Setting up the computer and MP560 for use via USB cable connection

Article ID: ART131582 | Date published: 05/12/2015 | Date last updated: 08/17/2015
 

Description

Setting up the computer and MP560 for use via USB cable connection

Solution

This is the recommended installation when you use the machine on single computer, which is not networked.

Note:

If you are installing the software because you have changed connection type from LAN to USB, or you are getting errors or cannot print, uninstall the existing drivers before proceeding with the re-installation

To use the machine by connecting it to a computer, software including the drivers needs to be copied (installed) to the computer's hard disk. The installation process takes about 20 minutes. (The installation time varies depending on the computer environment or the number of applications to be installed.)

The screens below are based on Windows Vista operating system Ultimate Edition (hereafter referred to as "Windows Vista") and Mac OS X v.10.5.x.

For a USB connection, a USB cable is required.

important:
  • Quit all running applications before installation.
  • Log on as the administrator (or a member of the Administrators group).
  • Do not switch users during the installation process.
  • Internet connection may be required during the installation. Connection fees apply.
  • It may be necessary to restart your computer during the installation process. Follow the onscreen instructions and do not remove the Setup CD-ROM during restarting. The installation resumes once your computer has restarted.
  • Mac OS 9, Mac OS X Classic environments, or Mac OS X v.10.3.8 or earlier are not supported.





Windows
note:

If the Found New Hardware or Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box appears:

If you connect a USB cable to the machine before installation of the drivers, this screen appears.

1. Remove the USB cable connected to your computer.

The dialog box may close. In this case, proceed from 1.

2. Click Cancel to quit the dialog box.

3. Proceed from 1.




  • For Windows Vista/XP


If you are using Internet Explorer 7 or later, you can use the Web print software Easy-WebPrint EX. An internet connection is required for installation. (It is also possible to install this software later.)

1. TURN OFF THE MACHINE (A).

important:

Operating noise continues for about 40 seconds until the machine turns off.




2. Turn on the computer, then insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CDROM drive.

The setup program will start automatically.

note:

If the program does not start automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon in Computer or My Computer.

When the CD-ROM contents appear, double-click MSETUP4.EXE.




Windows Vista -> 3

Windows XP/2000 -> 4

3. Click Run Msetup4.exe on the AutoPlay screen, then click Continue on the User Account Control dialog box.

If the User Account Control dialog box reappears in following steps, click Continue.

4. Click Easy Install.

The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed all together.

note:

If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install.




5. Click Install.

important:

For Windows Vista/XP

If you are using Internet Explorer 7 or later, you can use the Web print software Easy-WebPrint EX.

An internet connection is required for installation. (It is also possible to install this software later.)




6. Select Use the printer via USB, then click Next.

Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation.

Important Information for the Installation

  • Necessary Information for the User Registration


The product serial number is required when registering the product. The serial number is located inside the machine (as shown in the illustration).

important:

When opening the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B), the Print Head Holder moves automatically if the unit is powered on.




  • About Extended Survey Program


If you can agree to Extended Survey Program, click Agree.

If you click Do not agree, the Extended Survey Program will not be installed.

(This has no effect on the machine's functionality.)

note:

The screen does not appear on Mac OS X v.10.3.9.




7. Click Exit to complete the installation.

If Restart is displayed, follow the instruction to restart the computer.

After restarting the computer, remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place.

When using Macintosh, it is necessary to restart the computer before scanning using the Operation Panel on the machine for the first time.

Macintosh

1. Connect the machine to the computer with a USB cable.

Make sure the machine is turned on.

note:

The USB Port is located on the right side at the back of the machine.




2. Turn on the computer, then insert the Setup CD-ROM into the CDROM drive.

3. Double-click the Setup icon of the CD-ROM folder to proceed to the following screen.

Enter your administrator name and password, then click OK.

If you do not know your administrator name or password, click Help, then follow the on-screen instructions.

note:

If the CD-ROM folder does not open automatically, double-click the CD-ROM icon on the desktop.




4. Click Easy Install.

The drivers, application software, and on-screen manuals are installed all together.

note:

If you want to select particular items to install, click Custom Install.




5. Click Install.

important:

For Windows Vista/XP

If you are using Internet Explorer 7 or later, you can use the Web print software Easy-WebPrint EX.

An internet connection is required for installation. (It is also possible to install this software later.)




6. Select Use the printer via USB, then click Next.

Follow any on-screen instructions to proceed with the software installation.

Important Information for the Installation

  • Necessary Information for the User Registration


The product serial number is required when registering the product. The serial number is located inside the machine (as shown in the illustration).

important:

When opening the Scanning Unit (Cover) (B), the Print Head Holder moves automatically if the unit is powered on.




  • About Extended Survey Program


If you can agree to Extended Survey Program, click Agree.

If you click Do not agree, the Extended Survey Program will not be installed.

(This has no effect on the machine's functionality.)

note:

The screen does not appear on Mac OS X v.10.3.9.




7. Click Exit to complete the installation.

If Restart is displayed, follow the instruction to restart the computer.

After restarting the computer, remove the Setup CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place.

When using Macintosh, it is necessary to restart the computer before scanning using the Operation Panel on the machine for the first time.

Windows

The MP Drivers you no longer use can be deleted.
When deleting the MP Drivers, first exit all programs that are running.
The procedure to delete the unnecessary MP Drivers is as follows:


  • When There is an Uninstaller


1. Start the uninstaller
- In Windows Vista, select the Start menu -> All Programs -> "Your model name" -> MP Drivers Uninstaller.
- In Windows XP, select the start menu -> All Programs -> "Your model name" -> MP Drivers Uninstaller.
- In Windows 2000, select the Start menu -> Programs -> "Your model name" -> MP Drivers Uninstaller.
The MP Drivers Uninstaller dialog box is displayed.
IMPORTANT
In Windows Vista, a confirmation/warning dialog box may appear when installing, uninstalling or starting software.
This dialog box appears when administrative rights are required to perform a task.
When you are logged on to an administrator account, click Continue or Allow to continue.
Some applications require an administrator account to continue. When you are logged on to a standard account, switch to an administrator account, and restart the operation from the beginning.


2. Execute the uninstaller
Click Execute. When the confirmation message appears, click Yes.
When all the files have been deleted, click Complete.
The deletion of the MP Drivers is complete.
IMPORTANT
Printer driver and scanner driver (ScanGear) will be deleted when you uninstall the MP Drivers.


  • When There is No Uninstaller


When there is no uninstaller in the Start menu of Windows Vista, follow these steps:


1. Select the printer to be deleted
Select the Start menu -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound -> Printers.
Click the model to delete, then press the Alt key on your keyboard. On the File menu, click Delete.


2. Delete the printer
When the User Account Control dialog box appears, click Continue. Then when the confirmation message appears, click Yes.
The icon is deleted.


3. Select the printer driver to be deleted
Press the Alt key. On the File menu, select Run as administrator, and then click Server Properties....
When the User Account Control dialog box appears, click Continue.
Click the Drivers tab. In the Installed printer drivers list, click the printer to delete.


4. Delete the printer driver
When you click Remove..., Remove Driver And Package dialog box is displayed.
Select Remove driver and driver package, and then click OK.
In the confirmation dialog box, click Yes.
When data collection is completed in the Remove Driver Package dialog box, click Delete.


5. Click OK
The deletion of the printer driver is complete.
IMPORTANT
You may not be able to delete the printer driver properly from the Installed printer drivers list.
If this happens, restart your computer, and try again.


Macintosh

The printer driver you no longer use can be deleted. Before deleting a printer driver, disconnect the cable that connects the printer to the computer.
The procedure to delete the unnecessary printer driver is as follows:
Printer driver cannot be deleted unless you login as a user with the administrative right. On an administrative user, refer to the Macintosh manuals.
When you delete the printer driver in this way, all the printer drivers for Canon printers, which are installed on your computer, are deleted. You cannot select and delete the printer driver of a specific model.


  • For Mac OS X v.10.5.x


1. Open System Preferences, and select Print & Fax


2. Delete the Canon IJ printer from the printer list
From the printer list, select all the registered Canon IJ printers and click -.


3. Delete the printer driver
One by one, double-click the volume icon, Library folder, Printers folder, and Canon folder to which you installed the printer driver, and place the BJPrinter folder into the Trash.
One by one, double-click the volume icon, Library folder, and CFMSupport folder to which you installed the printer driver, and place the "BJExtDDI.cfm" file into the Trash.


4. Restart the computer
Empty the Trash and restart your computer.


  • For Mac OS X v.10.4.x and Mac OS X v.10.3.9


1. Launch the Printer Setup Utility


2. Delete the Canon IJ printer from the printer list
From the printer list, select all the registered Canon IJ printers and click icon Delete.


3. Delete the printer driver
One by one, double-click the volume icon, Library folder, Printers folder, and Canon folder to which you installed the printer driver, and place the BJPrinter folder into the Trash.
One by one, double-click the volume icon, Library folder, and CFMSupport folder to which you installed the printer driver, and place the "BJExtDDI.cfm" file into the Trash.


4. Restart the computer
Empty the Trash and restart your computer.



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