Here’s a guide to setting up your Canon G1200 printer:

1. Unboxing and Initial Setup

  • Unbox the printer and remove all packaging materials and tape.
  • Plug in the printer and press the Power button to turn it on.

2. Filling the Ink Tanks

  • Open the ink tank cover located on the front side of the printer.
  • Remove the caps on each of the ink tanks (black, cyan, magenta, and yellow).
  • Carefully fill each ink tank using the corresponding ink bottle:
    • Open each ink bottle, align it with the tank’s nozzle, and gently squeeze until it’s full.
  • Close the ink tank cover and make sure the ink bottles are stored safely.

3. Loading Paper

  • Pull out the rear paper tray.
  • Load plain paper (typically A4 or Letter size) and adjust the paper guides to fit the paper snugly.
  • Ensure the output tray is extended.

4. Installing the Printer Driver

  • Visit the Canon Support Page and search for Canon G1200.
  • Download and install the driver for the G1200 model.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

5. Connecting the Printer (USB Only)

  • The Canon G1200 only supports a USB connection.
  • Connect the printer to your computer with a USB cable (provided or sold separately).
  • The printer should automatically detect the connection if the driver is installed correctly.

6. Printing a Test Page

  • After setup, print a test page to ensure everything is working correctly. This will confirm the ink levels are adequate and that the paper is loaded properly.

Let me know if you have questions about any part of the setup process!