How to Setup PIXMA TR8620a Wireless Home All-in-One Printer
The PIXMA TR8620a Wireless Home All-in-One Printer is a multifunctional device that combines printing, scanning, and copying into a single, convenient unit. Equipped with a 5-color individual ink system, it delivers high-quality photos and sharp document prints. The printer also features an intuitive touchscreen and offers wireless connectivity options, including Apple AirPrint® and Google Cloud Print™, for seamless printing from your mobile devices. In this guide, we’ll take you through step-by-step procedure to unbox, configure and setup TR8620a Wireless Home All-in-One printer.
How to Setup PIXMA TR8620a in Easy Steps
Step 1: Unbox the Printer
- Carefully take the Canon PIXMA TR8620a Wireless Home All-in-One Printer out of its packaging box.
- Remove all protective tapes and covers from the exterior and interior of the printer. Open the compartments, including the inner paper tray and scanner unit, and remove any additional packaging materials or tapes.
Step 2: Plug in and Power On
- Locate the power cord from the packaging box.
- Connect one end of the cord to the printer and the other end to a power outlet.
- Press the power button on the control panel to turn on the printer.
- Wait for the printer to complete its startup process. Once it’s ready, the printer will remain idle, indicating it’s powered on and ready for use.
Step 3: Install the Ink Cartridges
- Open the front cover of the PIXMA TR8620a Wireless Home All-in-One printer to access the ink cartridge compartment.
- Unbox the included ink cartridges and insert them into the appropriate slots according to their color labels.
- Close the front cover, and the printer will automatically align the ink cartridges for optimal performance.
Step 4: Load Paper
- Open the rear paper tray of the PIXMA TR8620a Wireless Home All-in-One Printer.
- Adjust the paper guides by sliding them outward to the extreme corners of the paper tray unit.
- Place a stack of plain paper into the tray, ensuring the paper is aligned neatly.
- Slide the guides toward the paper stack and make it fit against the paper width, leaving enough room for smooth paper feeding.
And that’s it! You’re now ready to proceed with installing the setup software for your PIXMA TR8620a Wireless All-in-One Printer.
Step 5: Install the Printing Software
- Visit the official Canon website to download the latest drivers for the PIXMA TR8620a, or use the following link to download the Canon Print app for your printer: https://ij.manual.canon/ij/webmanual/WebGS/WGS2/wgs_connect.html?lng=en&type=setup&area=us&mdl=TR8620a&os=w&osver=10.0
- Navigate to the Support section on the website, search for the PIXMA TR8620a printer, and download the appropriate drivers that match your printer and your computer’s operating system.
- Once the software has been downloaded, open the setup file. If your operating system prompts for any permissions, grant them to allow the printing software to install properly.
- In the setup window, select your preferred language and then click “OK.”
- Next, choose your location (place of residence) from the list and click “OK” to proceed.
- Now, click on the “Start Setup” button to begin the installation process.
- The installer will check for any updates or the latest information related to your PIXMA printer.
- You will be presented with a license agreement. Carefully review the agreement and click “Yes” to continue with the installation. If you click “No,” the installation process will stop, and the software will not be installed.
- After agreeing to the license terms, you will see a page titled “For using services related to Canon Products.” Click “Agree” to move forward.
- If you choose “Do Not Agree,” a message will appear notifying you of this decision. Click “OK” to proceed with the setup.
- The installer will now process the information and, after a short while, will prompt you to check that the printer is powered on. Once confirmed, click the “Next” button.
- The software will begin scanning for available printers within your network.
- Once your PIXMA TR8620a printer is detected, the software will ask for confirmation to connect to the printer. Click “Connect” to proceed.
- The software will now attempt to communicate with your PIXMA printer. Please be patient as this process may take some time.
- Once the communication is successful, the connection between your computer and printer will be established.
- The installer will then proceed to download the necessary setup software for your PIXMA printer. Wait for the download to complete.
- After the download is finished, your computer will attempt to register the printer.
- You may be prompted to update the printer’s firmware to the latest version. If you’re connected to the internet, click “Yes” to update the firmware, or click “No” if you prefer not to update.
- Click “Next,” and the software will display the Connection Settings and Installation Complete page. That’s it! Your PIXMA TR8620a printer is now fully set up and ready for use.
How to scan using PIXMA TS3720 Printer
After you have installed the printer software, we may proceed with scanning your very first document with the PIXMA TS3720 Wireless Home All-in-One Printer. Let’s see how we may do that.
- Make sure that the Canon IJ Scan Utility software is installed on your computer. If you haven’t installed the Canon IJ Scan Utility software, then do so by visiting the given URL: https://www.canon-europe.com/support/consumer_products/software/ij-scan-utility.html?softwareid=tcm:13-1331737&language=EN&os=all
- Select Drivers & Downloadsand download the latest version of Canon IJ Scan Utility.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
- Now let us prepare your scanner. Switch on your PIXMA printer, let its startup operations complete, and then lift the scanner lid.
- Ensure your printer is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer or mobile device. You can verify this by printing a network status report from the printer’s settings.
- Now, open the Canon IJ Scan Utility software.
- Choose from the available scan options such as Document, Photo, or Customdepending on your needs.
- You can customize the scan resolution, color mode (color, grayscale, or black & white), and file format (JPEG, PDF, etc.).
- In the Canon IJ Scan Utility, click the appropriate Scanbutton (e.g., Document or Photo).
- The printer will start scanning your document or photo. Once done, the scanned document or photo will be saved as the corresponding file on your computer.
- If you are asked to save the document again, then select the appropriate file options and settings to save the file, and then save it.
That is it! You have successfully scanned your document using your PIXMA TS3720 Wireless Home All-in-One Printer.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you’re facing issues with your Canon PIXMA TR8620a Wireless Home All-in-One Printer, here are some important troubleshooting questions and their corresponding fixes for you.
Why is my Canon TR8620a printer not connecting to Wi-Fi?
- Ensure your router is functioning properly with a stable internet connection.
- Press and hold the Wi-Fi button on the printer until the power light begins to flash.
- On your router, press the WPS button within 2 minutes to connect the printer to your network.
- If you’re using the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app, follow the manual setup instructions for connecting the printer to Wi-Fi.
- Once the Wi-Fi light on the printer is stable, print a test page to confirm the connection is successful.
Why are my printouts coming out faint or incomplete?
- Open the printer’s settings or use the Canon PRINT app to check the ink levels.
- Replace any ink cartridges that are low or empty.
- If ink levels are adequate, navigate to the printer’s maintenance menu.
- Run a “Print Head Cleaning” to clear any dried ink or clogs that might be affecting print quality.
- Print a test page to verify that the issue has been resolved.
Why is my Canon TR8620a displaying a paper jam error even though there is no visible jam?
- Power off the printer and disconnect it from the power source.
- Carefully open the front cover and check the paper tray and feed area for any debris or small pieces of paper.
- If nothing is visible, gently shake the printer to remove any hidden bits of paper that may be causing the error.
- Close the cover, plug the printer back in, and turn it on to see if the error clears.
- If the error persists, perform a thorough check of the paper paths and rollers for any hard-to-spot obstructions.