Follow the procedure below to set up and use the Wireless Direct method.
Before you begin
You can connect up to 5 devices to the printer at the same time with Wireless Direct.
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If your Wi-Fi Direct compatible device is set to prioritize Wi-Fi Direct, the printer will confirm if you will allow the device to connect to the printer.
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When you connect a Wi-Fi Direct compatible device to the printer, select the device name displayed on the printer LCD from your device.
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You can print from your smartphone or tablet with the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY. Download it from App Store for iOS and Google Play for Android™.
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Learn about usage restrictions.
Change the printer settings to use Wireless Direct.
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Make sure the printer is powered on.
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Select the Setup icon on the HOME screen, and then press the OK button.
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Select LAN settings and then press the OK button.
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Select Wireless Direct and then press the OK button.
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Select Advanced mode and then press the OK button.
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Check the displayed message and then press the OK button.
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Select ON and then press the OK button.
Wireless Direct mode is enabled and a device can be connected to the printer wirelessly.
To show the password, select ON. To hide the password, select OFF.
- A password may or may not be required based on the device you use when you connect it to the printer.
Change the device settings and connect It to the printer
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Turn on the Wi-Fi function on your device. Please review your device's instruction manual for more information
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Select DIRECT-XXXX-TR150series (X represents alphanumeric characters) from list displayed on your device.
If DIRECT-XXXX-TR150series does not appear on the list, Wireless Direct is not enabled.
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Enter the printer's password. Your device is now connected to the printer.
Find the password for the Wireless Direct via the network settings printout or through the LAN settings section of the printer.
Make sure the name on the LCD is the same as that of your wireless communication device, and select Yes.
Change Wireless Direct settings
If you change the Wireless Direct setting of the printer, you also need to change the device's wireless router setting.
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Make sure the printer is turned on.
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Select the Setup icon on the HOME screen and then press the OK button.
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Select LAN settings and then press the OK button.
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Select Wireless Direct and then press the OK button.
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Select a setting item and then press the OK button.
To prevent unauthorized access, we recommend you select the setting to display the confirmation screen.
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