The all-in-one Canon Pixma MP560, launched in 2009, is an inkjet printer that has proved to be useful in homes as well as workplaces. Ideal for photo print, the printer uses Canon Pixma MP560 ink cartridges that give best results. The device is not difficult to operate and provides an array of features that facilitate ease for the user. You can operate the device from anywhere in your home or office with the help of wireless connection.
The Canon Pixma MP560 has the same faux-luxurious look like most of the printers from the Pixma series. With black edges and silver sides, the all-in-one printer weighs about 8 kgs. It measures 17.9 inches in width, 14.5 inches in depth and 6.3 inches in height.
The inkjet printer flaunts features wireless support, multi-functionality, borderless printing, Photo Direct print, dual paper sources and auto duplex printing. It exhibits a moderate print speed printing 9.2 ppm in black, 6.0 ppm in colour ink and a 4 X 6 borderless photo in about 39 seconds. Most of the credits for the good print quality of the printer goes to the Canon Pixma MP560 ink cartridges. The print resolution for colour print is 9600 X 2400 dpi and that for black and white print is 600 X 600 dpi.
The photo-copy speed of the copier has been recorded to approx. 26 seconds with a 25% to 400% reduction/ enlargement span. Features like auto exposure, fading correction, trimming copy, zoom etc are available. With this, the Flat Belt scanner works on CIS element. It’s optical resolution is 2400 X 4800 dpi and interpolated resolution is 19,200 X 19,200 dpi. A document as big as 8.5 X 11.7 inches can fit into the scanner.
Canon Pixma MP560 has an inbuilt WiFi which helps you to wirelessly give commands to the printer. The printer has an LCD screen with an Easy Scroll Wheel using which you can scroll through the menu. Features like Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology, Bluetooth (v2.0) and PictBridge give it an edge over its counterparts. The printer belongs to Generation Green which means it qualifies the Energy Star criteria.
Advantages- Wireless Support
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- Detailed controls of the 2.0 LCD
- Dual paper-feed tray
- Auto Duplex Print
- Photo and Template Printing
- PictBridge
- Scan to Memory
- Moderate print speed
- Loss of shadow details in printing
- Slow duplex printing
The multi-functional Canon Pixma MP560 displays attractive features like WiFi connectivity, PictBridge, Great scan and copy facility etc. Though the printer is worth more that it’s cost, it’s sluggish duplex printing and average print speed might be bothersome. It works great for homes user and office users who prefer to print more of photos and colour images.
Cartridge RequirementsReplacements for Canon Pixma MP560 ink cartridges are the following:
- Canon CLI-521 Black
- Canon CLI-521 Cyan
- Canon CLI-521 Magenta
- Canon CLI-521 Yellow
- Canon PGI-520BK
How to replace Canon Pixma MP560 printer cartridges with new ones?
After a certain point of time, a printer starts showing various printing issues like blurred print, smeared print, faded print etc. which are not as huge as they might seem. These issues generally take place when ink runs out while printing is in progress. Make sure that empty Canon Pixma MP560 ink cartridges get replaced with the new ones.
Follow the steps below for replacing ink cartridges:
Note:- To maintain optimal print quality, we recommend the use of specified high-quality Canon Pixma MP560 ink cartridges. Refilling the ink is not recommended
- Once an ink cartridge has been installed, do not remove it from the machine and leave it out in the open. This will cause the ink cartridges to dry out, and the machine may not operate properly when it is reinstalled. To maintain optimal printing quality, replace an ink cartridge within six months of first use
Make sure that the power is turned on, then gently open the Paper Output Tray.
Step 2:Lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) until it stops. The Print Head Holder will move to the replacement position.
Step 3:Remove the ink cartridge while the ink light flashing fast. Push the tab and lift up the ink cartridges to remove. Do not touch the Print Head Lock Lever.
Note:Do not remove two or more ink cartridges at the same time. Be sure to replace cartridges one by one when need to replace two or more.
Step 4:Prepare the new Canon Pixma MP560 ink cartridges.
- Take a new ink cartridge out of its package, pull the orange tape in the direction of the arrow to peel it off, then remove the film
- Hold the orange protective cap, then twist and remove it from the bottom of the ink cartridge. Hold the old cartridge on piece of paper to prevent the ink from staining your fingers
Install the new ink cartridges.
- Insert the front end of ink cartridges into the Printhead at a slant. Make sure that the position of the cartridges matches the label
- Press the mark (Push) on the cartridges until they snap firmly into place. Make sure that the ink lamp lights up red
Lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) slightly, and then close it gently. Then check by printing on a sheet of paper if the problem resolves.