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Setup of Canon G7020 MegaTank inkjet All-In-One printer
Fantastic printer that is speedy and frugal with ink. Duplex printing is available and the paper tray holds 300 sheets. Prints photos very well and the scanner and auto-document feeder works well. Fax capable too. You'll save a ton of money on ink using this printer.
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I recently purchased this printer to create stickers for my business. I've never been great at using printers, and dreaded this part. I came across this video, and wanted to say THANK YOU! I always use KZread for 'How To' videos, and this is by far the BEST tutorial I've come across. Regardless if this was published 3+ years ago or not, you have a gift.
Michael, I just want to say thank you for guiding me through the setup. You really took the stress out of the process.
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
I'm happy to hear that. Thanks.
Thank you SO much for making this. I was stuck at the printhead part and decided to search on youtube and you saved the day. Watching you walk us through this set up was 10x easier than trying to follow drawings with very few instructions. It's been a ROUGH day (having to suddenly try to find and buy a new printer during COVID for 2 self-employed businesses was actually one of the LESS stressful parts of the day, so you can imagine how well the other 15 Murphy-inspired issues went), and your kind and patient tutorial took a lot of the edge and stress out of the day. Thank you again! :-)
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
I hope you like the printer as much as I do.
Thank you, so much! I really appreciate you making this video. My old computer won’t install the disk that came with my PIXMA G7020. I cannot download anything from Canon to my iPad . . . So I was most frustrated! You taught me that I do not need the Canon disk and what the QR code is + how to use it. You did an awesome job teaching this teacher! I am very grateful!
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
Thank you so much, Michael! After reading reviews about it taking 5 hours to set up this printer, I felt a little daunted and searched KZread. SO much easier with a vid, but I cannot fathom why it took some folks hours. Ah well. Thank you 🙏🏼
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
Carole A. Ward I’m not sure how anyone could take five hours either. I love this printer. That’s fantastic. It is so frugal with ink it amazes me.
So grateful that you made this video! I think I only have a 5G network, so I learned from your video that if I buy this printer I will have to connect it to my desktop computer via a wire (LAN line), and then it won't be available for printing from my laptop also. It was super helpful to see the setup step by step, and I really appreciate your clear directions and the measured pace of your video - Just what I needed. Thanks!
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome! Although not perfect, I love this printer. It is so frugal with ink I am continually amazed.
OMG Thank you thank you thank you thank you so very much!!!! I could not have done it without your help. I am a senior citizen & really needed something to help me as I am not really good with hooking things up. You saved the day. I will recommend your site to all , thanks again!
@michaelerbreviews
24 күн бұрын
Always glad to hear a success story. Thanks.
Just got this printer, now that I have watched your video I am confident I should be able to set it up no problem! Thanks for making this very easy to follow and informative video!
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. The trickiest part is inserting the print heads into the machine. Just take it slow and you should not have any problems.
I watched your video when I was trying to decide which printer to purchase and also used it for an easier setup after it arrived today. Your video is much easier to follow than the book for me. Seeing it done is just better than looking through a book. Thank you! It is appreciated!
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. Glad it helped you.
THANK YOU, MICHAEL!!! I prefer a good KZread video, rather than the good ol' instruction manual! THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO!!! Thank you for showing us what to do BEFORE I plug up, or power-up, the G7020 printer! I just got the identical printer today. Tomorrow night, when I take it out of the box, I will have your video playing! ONE QUESTION PLEASE: The video looked very simple when you put the ink in the printer. The question, when you turned each of the ink bottles upside down, and before you pushed down on the loading port, does the ink immediately flow out of the bottle...or do you HAVE to press down on the port for the ink to start flowing? Too, I could not see the port very well in your video. Is the port "simple" for the bottle end to connect to the printer port or does this require a very well lighted assistance and "hope for the best?" Thank you again, Michael!!!
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Yes it is simple to tip and insert the tip into the port. Just be careful and aim well.
Great video, you showed how to do everything step by step. I was easily able to follow along and set up my new printer.
@michaelerbreviews
5 ай бұрын
Glad it helped!
Michael, same thing - thank you very much for guiding me through this printer set-up. Very much appreciated.
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
This was one of THE BEST tutorial walk-throughs I have seen. I just purchased the G7020. You should think about putting quick versions of your tutorial content on TikTok.
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your positive comment. Means a lot to me. Posting on TikTok is an interesting suggestion. I've never considered Tik Tok as a platform to post my videos. I'll have to look into that.
Really well laid out and organized. Thank you for making this video. I love good teachers like you!
I bought this on July 4th. Seems like a good printer. I like the large ink containers. 😊
I USED your video to setup my brand new Canon G7020 PIXMA Printer!!! And it worked-out PERFECTLY!!! I'm from "the old school." So I thought, "Well, I'm going to hardwire this printer to my Windows computer so I will use the CD to connect my printer." Yeah...RIGHT! I then continued watching your video (for about the 40th time!!!) and went to ij.start.canon! It was SUPER-SIMPLE from there!!! It loaded, connected, did EVERYTHING!!! In a few minutes, the new printer DID PRINT the test page I had TRIED to print BEFORE I connected the printer to my computer! Duuuuuuuhhhhhhh!!! I also found that my Canon PIXMA G7020 is NOT eligible for auto-replenish ink! I can get it cheap through eBay! I wanted to let you know...I LOVE THIS CANON PIXMA G7020 PRINTER!!! First, it's going to be a LONG time before I need replacement ink! Like you said in the video, this is a GIGANTIC LEAP for printing!!! 6,000 pages in black...and Canon includes THREE bottles of black ink with the printer?!!! You CANNOT find a better deal than that!!! I was timid when I was putting the bottles of ink in the printer...at least, the first bottle of black ink! THAT'S SIMPLE!!! You put the end of each bottle as close as you can to the printer port, turn it upside-down and GENTLY (not with force!) press the bottle down on the printer port! Voila (wa la') and the bottle empties into the printer container! The rest was easy and I, now, have a BRAND NEW CANON PIXMA G7020 OPERATING PRINTER!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for this video!!! Your video also sold me on this printer!!! After I watched this video the first time, through eBay, I purchased a brand new one from Best Buy!!! Thank you again!!!
Woohoo! I’m setting up my printer today and I am very grateful for this review and video. I’m generally anxious to set up new printers but this vid helped to soothe that anxiety. I can do it!!
@michaelerbreviews
Ай бұрын
Glad it helped you.
This video is excellent. Unfortunately, I found it AFTER I'd installed my printer. Now, I could use a tutorial on the function keys and menu. Thanks very much.
You just helped make up my mind on this printer. I have a cartridge Epson that I HATE. It wants cartridges 2 times a year and I seldom print in color. It won't print in just B&W when the others say they are empty. Thanks for the info and great explanation as to the ease of setup.
THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO SHOW US HOW TO SET UP THIS PRINTER FROM OPENING UP THE BOX TO SETTING IT UP. THE ONLY THING THAT I NOTICED WAS THAT YOU DIDN'T SAY ANYTHING ABOUT THE FAX PART OF THE UNIT & HOW TO SET IT UP. SO MAYBE YOU WOULD LIKE TO DO A VIDEO OF HOW TO DO THAT. THANKS AGAIN FOR TAKING YOU PRECIOUS TIME TO SHOW US HOW TO DO IT.❤❤❤
@michaelerbreviews
5 ай бұрын
I understand your disappointment that I didn’t show the fax function. The simple fact of the matter is I do not use the fax function, and therefore cannot produce a video showing it.
I like your re-assuring voice and no nonsense approach. I could not make my mind up between this canon or the epson 4760. I believe I will be satisfied with this printer and I thank you for the great unboxing and set up. Nice job.
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
Michael, without your step by step help video, I would have taken it back! Thank you so very much!! Debra
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
Debra Barth I’m happy to hear my video helped you out. This is a great printer I hope you like it as well.
@debrabarth4656
4 жыл бұрын
Reviews, Tutorials & Tech You’re An Excellent Teacher! You made my life so easy today! I am already printing up a back log! Three weeks of trying to buy a printer, all had been canceled two days before arriving. I love the color and the easy of this printer. Well worth waiting for! Once again, Thank you!!
Hey guy I just set this printer 🖨 up today it’s a rocket 🚀 ship. Thanks 😊
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Nice 👍
Just ordered one! Don't forget to look at Canon CarePAK . Can extend warranty up to 4 years, and covers accidental damage. You know,.....like hitting it with a hammer! JK. Just retired my Kodak ESP 6150 aio. Cannot get a new printhead. It is only on the second one in 11 years, and Kodak's were a breeze to service. Still have new ink cartridges left. Hope the G7020 last that long.
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
11 years is a long time. I've had mine for 2 1/2 years and the only issue so far was a clogged print head due to 3 months of non-use while I was on an extended trip. The printhead was cleaned using the deep clean option and it restored its functionality completely.
All I cared about was Duplex printing, the ADF and the fax were 2nd options in my eyes; but also probably nice to have incase the requirement calls for it, especially the ADF for College and firing off notes to classmates and classmates who are handicapped...$500 is a lot ($299 if you're patient, lol), but the money that you could possibly save in ink alone quickly adds up very quickly if you're doing a lot of printing for either for work or school and your allowances for either are 'limited'...The year is barely halfway over, and I've already spent $60 on cheap ink from 3rd party groups recycling the cartridges...It's getting to be so bad that they're now beginning to charge full price, and still contain error codes that the cartridge is low on ink...lol...
@watercool5
3 жыл бұрын
Does the ADF automatically scan both sides of the pages?
You are just terrific. Your video was accurate, easy to follow and is much appreciated. I could never have done this set up without you. Thanks.
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome! Hope you'll consider subscribing.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Oh, and did I say thank you?! Your walk-through greatly simplified the process.
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
That's nice of you to say. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Thank you for this video. It made the process of installing the print heads and the ink tanks less puzzling.
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment.
Thank you for the great video. Excellent audio quality!! Great explanation. I already watched your photo review for this printer and that was very good as well. I have an Epson Eco tank but the photos from that are not good. This will be replacing my Pixma 922 that got the dreaded print head error message, but the photos were very good.
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
I think you made a good choice. I'm really liking this printer.
Thank you for the video. It was very useful. Much better than the printed manual that came with the computer.
thank you! great unboxing. my printer is on back order. can't wait!
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Julie Bosdachin So have you received your printer and what do you think?
Thank you
Michael, you made a fantastic video! It was very helpful in setting up my printer. Thank you!
Hello Michael! I really appreciate your video - Step-by-Step, from box to finish setup. This will be extremely helpful when I start my process. This is my first Canon printer ever, so I'm real excited for getting away from having to purchase cartridges which only last 2-3 weeks, depending on how much I print. Thanks again for the walk thru!
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I think you will be amazed at how long the ink lasts in this printer.
Happy this is in an understandable accent☺️🤞🙏✌👍👍👍
Our one is arriving tomorrow, thankyou for a very detailed video, extremely helpful!
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Hoping you have a good experience with it.
Thank you very much. Got me through the set-up easy peasy. Much appreciated.
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
Fantastic tutorial and was a big help in our set up. Thanks!
@michaelerbreviews
6 ай бұрын
Glad it helped!
Thank very much guys, good job
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
I want to get one but I am checking some reviews before I do the purchase, and this one was useful; Thank you very much!
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Ca_Guar
4 жыл бұрын
@@michaelerbreviews I got my G7020 and I did my 1st two photo printing. The results were the following: The b&w print looked a little bit magenta, the colored print looked pale. What do I have to do to fix this, your recommendation will be highly appreciated!
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
Sanaa Al Shaikhli there shouldn’t be any magenta in a B&W print. Check your print settings for Black & White only. You will have to tweak settings as you need to in the print dialog.
Great Job getting us started..,
@michaelerbreviews
8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment.
Thank you so much, this truly blessed me.
Good job on video. It helped a lot. Canon disc wasn't as good in helping. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
Thanks again for the kooooool videos in such a detail... helps
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thanks for leaving a comment.
Thanks, it was a big help. Love the printer
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! It's the best inkjet printer I've ever had without question.
Thank you! This video is so helpful
@michaelerbreviews
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for saying so.
I have messed with Canon's website enough! YOU led me through setting-up my G7020 printer, exactly like yours! THANK YOU!!! First, every time I print something, the orange "error" indicator comes on. I have to turn off the printer, lift the lid, put it down and turn on the printer to fix this. Please tell me what to do! The last thing...the G7020 has started turning itself off. It stayed on until the first time the "error" thing happened. Will you please tell me how to turn the printer on indefinitely? I've already gone through the setup button and turning the automatic on/off "off!" Thank you and God bless you!
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
That's a mystery to me. Sorry I can't offer a solution. Try contacting Canon Support would be my best suggestion.
I love my printer but I wish the screen was lighted, it is hard to see
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Agreed. The screen implementation is very weak.
Thanks for your setup instructions. However, I am confused as to using the FAX. Can you please demonstrate that me?
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
I do not use the fax function nor do I have a landline or other method to send a fax. Sorry I can't help but that is why I did not demonstrate the fax. Your user guide should provide the guidance you require. If you do not have the user guide it is available as on online version at Canon website.
Thanks for sharing Micheal! I like this printer. The one I have now is an HP and it will not connect to my iPad. I was on the phone with HP for over 2 hours and they could not get it to work either. I called Comcast, my cable provider, and they said my printer needs to be connected to a desktop or laptop computer. So since I am an Apple fan I will get an Apple laptop at some point in the future. Perhaps the printer will work then, it’s only a few years old and I really do not want to buy a new printer untill I find out what the problem is. Thanks again!
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
I love this printer. And I also loved the previous printer which is the Canon G4210. But for me the G7020 has a few features that make it more useful to me. Larger paper tray, duplex printing and easier access to the paper tray and control panel. But if I didn't have this one, I'd still like the G4210. I print from my iPhoneXR using AirPrint or the Canon app easily.
Thanks Michael for this. I have set up my printer but having major problems in scanning from printer to computer. I have a G7060
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
What problems?
@sinety11
3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelerbreviews I finally got it to scan but a bit of a hit and Miss situation. I wanted to scan 7 pages the other day but it stopped half way through the 3rd page.
Outstanding video! All set with my new G7020 with your help. Thank you so much!
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment, Hope you like the printer.
Thanks for the tutorial. Should prove to be helpful in a few minutes. I was happy to see that Canon (as well as a number of other companies) came out with these mega refillable tanks. Long overdue. However, here's what I dont understand. I asked a Canon Customer Service rep if the refill bottles fit multiple machines and I was told that they don't. So down the road when this printer quits (which of course it will),and I happen to have a couple of extra bottles of ink on hand, they won't fill the next machine I buy. Why would Canon do such a stupid thing? Wouldn't it make sense to standardize the bottles and ports on ALL the mega tank models so the ink could be used across ALL mega tank models? Of course the answer is MONEY. Its always about the money.
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
You raise good points. It is ridiculous that the same tanks or at least the ability to transfer the ink to a different sized tank isn't standardized.
I was hoping you hooked up the telephone line for the fax machine.
Thanks!
This maybe one of the hardest printers I've ever used, I do not recommend you buy, prints very slow, I tried to scan a paper, you cave simply just put a papee in and hit scan, honestly do not understand the Problem, had an epson for years which worked great
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Simply not true. It prints text very fast. Scanning is also quite fast and easy either using the document feeder or simply by placing the document on the scanner directly and pressing the scan button. How much easier could it possibly be? Read the user guide.
Excellent tutorial!
Many thanks from me too.
Can this copy and printing both sides of the page also can you make a video of how the fax using your Android on a PC
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
support.usa.canon.com/kb/index?page=content&id=ART175692 I don't have Android, don't have a PC and don't fax.
You made this process so easy. Thank you
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate your comment. Glad I could help. Thanks.
Michael, I've got a new, replacement G7020! It works perfectly! One question...the manual instructions have not worked on this. How do I set this printer to stay on 24/7 please? Every time I try to set the printer, within the next 24 hours, it turns itself off. THANK YOU!!!
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
You need. to ensure that Auto Power Off is not active. Check your settings. Here is a link to the online manual ij.manual.canon/ij/webmanual/Manual/All/G7000%20series/EN/CNT/Top.html
Well done. Easy to understand and very helpful. Thank you!
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your comment.
Good Evening , Thank you for the great video that was made and explained in detail. 🙂 I have a few questions about this product. Does the printer have a Bluetooth connection? How many times have you had to refill ink since you bought it? Have you had any problems with the printer since you bought it, and if so, which goods? I thank you in advance and wish you a blessed and Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2023 Kind regards Jan 🙂
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
The printer is WiFi, not bluetooth. I've only filled the ink once since I've owned it. It's amazingly frugal with ink. No problems except those brought on by ignorance of not reading the user guide.
thank you very much !
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
Well done. Thank you
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for your help setting up my printer! Everything went great until I got to WiFi setup which just isn’t working for me. Any suggestions for how to troubleshoot?
@michaelerbreviews
7 ай бұрын
If you use WPS which most routers have, it should let you easily add the printer to your network. support.usa.canon.com/kb/index?page=content&id=ART179407 What is the issue you are having?
How do I change the paper settings from photo to paper
This was an excellent video. Thanks so much for all your work! Did you buy an extended warranty for this printer? Wondered if I needed one?
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
Angie Paliga I did not buy an extended warranty for the printer. I seldom purchase extended warranties as I have just never felt they were a good value.
I am between this and the GX4020 which has the touch screen. Any insight on which may be better?
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
I am not familiar with the GX4020. But I am not a fan of the tiny, not backlit screen on the G7020.However that is my only real issue with the G7020. As a side note, I am personally not a fan of touch screens.
@patrickcagney8060
Жыл бұрын
@@michaelerbreviews thank you so much for your incredibly fast response! I have a touchscreen on my HP printer at home and I think that’s why I am now biased. That’s good to know that that is the only issue you have with the G7020. I think I’m going to go with the 4020 for the touchscreen because I’m gonna creature of habit and familiarity, but it’s good to know that the G7020 is a good back up if that one fails. I appreciate your response.
Is changing the maintenance sponge expensive or easy to change. How often does that require changing. I have looks at a lot of youtube inktank vids of various brands and I like the looks and features of this model. Have you had and print head clogs and if so, what did you do to clean them? From what I've read, you need to use the printer at least once a month to avoid the printhead clogs. I have a Brother J485DW that uses the ink cartridges and it eats a lot of ink just to clean the head which is why I am scouting for the best ink tank printer, I know that the HP/Cannon/Epson have their pros and cons. I look at the cons first to determine what I'd be up against in functionality and expenses. I've read that one of the cons for your printer is that the led screen is not backlit and hard to read and to set up. Have you prints any photos yet and how do the photos look?
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
I don't know anything about changing the maintenance sponge but don't think it's normally anything you have to worry about unless you are for some reason doing frequent cleanings of the print head. In the over 2 year period of time that I've had the printer there has been only one head deep cleaning needed due to the fact I was gone for 3 months and the printer was not used at all. Deep cleaning does use a lot of ink but it got the printer working perfectly afterwards and sometimes I don't print anything for weeks at a time. I've not had any print head issues. the replacement ink is inexpensive and 've only had to fill my ink tanks on the printer one time in over 2 1/2 years of use. This does not excel at printing photos, it's not a dedicated photo printer but it does print photos and I'm quite happy with how they look.
good review. I like canon better than epson. I have G3010 WIFI and best performance.
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Canon has been more reliable than Epson or HP for me.
@tookitogo
3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelerbreviews Ditto. My current printer is still a Canon inkjet from 2008!!
Awesome review - thanks!
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and let me know if you get it and like it.
@isabellemcc4841
3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelerbreviews Thanks! I probably will once my stock of cartridges for my current canon printer run out -- don't want to waste all that, it's expensive! haha! I use about 300$ worth of ink in the past year for the old dino printer. Almost pays for this one!
@isabellemcc4841
3 жыл бұрын
@@michaelerbreviews Hi! It took a while but finally was able to pick it up. This is my second or third Canon printer... so already a Canon fan. Your video was most helpful in helping set it up - I just had to follow along! Thank you again!
I hate that the screen is SO DARK. For a 300.00 printer, they should have at least given it a backlight. I can't see jack on here without using a flashlight. I have to take this thing back. Costs too much not to have a back light. Your video was awesome though. After I set my printer up I went looking for videos on how to turn on the non existent light in the display area.
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Yoo Toob I do agree that the display leaves a lot to be desired and the fact that there’s no back light is very bothersome. However there is a little else to complain about with this printer. I love it.
You’re right Un boxing is pointless
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
It has actually come in handy a few times when I've owned the same thing and had to send it back. It helps me get the stuff back in the box correctly.
Normally you have to pay to refill them .... also I seen videos to preserve the ink so it does not dry out does this init not allow ink to dry out .?
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
I have not had any issues with the ink drying out. But you do need to use the printer every week or so otherwise there is the possibility that the print heads could clog due to dried ink. If that happens you need to run the deep cleaning cycle on them to unclog the print head.
Wow ! Thank you for this video. It’s now 3 years, do you still have or like this printer?
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Yes, I still have the printer and I still love it. What minor complaints I have about it don’t affect its overall usefulness to me. An issue I’ve mentioned is that the display is very small and isn’t backlit. But I don’t often have to use the display so it’s not that bothersome in daily use.
@leothaking3007
Жыл бұрын
@@michaelerbreviews thank you for your reply. I saw in the video where you mentioned that minor issue which also is not a big deal for me either. Thanks again.
Aside from the panel location, do you find the newer one considerably better than your 4210? The specs indicate that the 4210 scans with higher dpi, and that’s important for me. However, the 7020 has duplex.
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
Well, it's considerably better if duplex printing is an important feature for you. The 7020 has duplex printing which is very important to me. I also think that the front loading, large capacity paper tray is very important. And I can have photo paper and regular paper loaded at the same time since there are two paper paths.. one from the front tray and the other on the back. I did not even realize the scanning resolutions were different between the two printers since I rarely scan and when I do it's documents where higher resolution isn't important. I think you may be mistaken bout that however. According to the specs I'm looking at, the G7020 has scan optical resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi whereas the G4210 has scan optical resolution of only 600 x 1200 dpi. My source of information is the Canon User Guide for each printer. G4210 gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/7/0300029527/01/G4010ser_OnlineManual_Mac_EN_V01.pdf G7020 gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/8/0300037808/01/G7000ser_OnlineManual_Mac_EN_V01.pdf
@g.shumway5925
4 жыл бұрын
You're right about the specs, my mistake. My new G7020 will be here in the mail the next few days. Instead of the manual, I'll probably just have your video running during setup👌👏
Great little printer however the screen sucks.. can't read it without using a flashlight!! Also, the printer turns itself off and has to be turned back on to be able to print.. how can this be fixed???
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
I agree that the lack of a back light is a deterrent. However as far as the printer shutting off, that’s an energy saving feature and unless you don’t have it set up properly it should turn back on automatically as soon as a print job is being sent to it. Mine does.
Can you connect to a USB port and also how do you set up your fax line.
It’s connected but won’t print now. I did play with a few things in the menu before seeing your video. But I don’t know what I went into to change. Should I just unplug?
@michaelerbreviews
8 ай бұрын
When you start changing settings without really knowing or remembering what you changed, it's hard to say what the problem might be. Turning off and on again can sometimes fix things and is generally the first thing you should try. But it sounds like it might be something else that the simple step won't rectify.
Hello, I need your help, do you still have the original packaging of the printer? I would like to know what are the measurements of the original box where the printer comes.
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
I no longer have the box, sorry. The web site says the. box size is this... Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 21 x 19.5 x 13"
Thank you for this video. Can you go over how to use the fax functions if you are on a home network? Can it be setup so it can be used without connecting it to a landline? The documentation isn’t very clear. I found where to select the Fax option under the printer selection, but it isn’t clear how to use internet facing rather than facing via landline. Is a special modem required? Thank you.
@michaelerbreviews
10 ай бұрын
I don't use the fax function and haven't investigated its operation, sorry.
@MrTomSchauer
10 ай бұрын
@@michaelerbreviews thank you.
Would it be best to connect via Ethernet/USB for set up? I want my wireless to be via Router, but maybe it is better married to the PCs in the house..
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
You can do either. Direct wire to printer is the most foolproof. I do occasionally get printing glitches because of wireless connection.
Can this printer print from an Iphone from a distant location?
Can I load letter size paper and photo paper at the same time. I want a printer that I don't have to remove one in order to print on another.
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
Yes. This printer is awesome. Here's the user guide. gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/8/0300037808/01/G7000ser_OnlineManual_Mac_EN_V01.pdf
Whats the difference between the g7070 and this?
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
Many times companies designate a different model # for different markets. Perhaps that's the case with the G7070. I'd contact Canon support to get a definitive answer.
Can you print on thermal papers for fabric iron on?😊
@michaelerbreviews
Ай бұрын
I've never tried that so not sure.
Well, got a PIXMA G7020 and tried to set it up. It goes back tomorrow. The on board user interface controls are a nightmare and outdated. The CD takes you to individual browser pages for set up instructions. There is no Table of Contents. There are no identifiers on the browser pages when you save them. I could find no setup or management software installed on my PC, so WIFI setup from my PC could not be done even when I connected it via USB. I found a Canon inkjet/selphy app via KZread, which allowed me to type in my long TMobile password and by pass the 2in x 0.5in LCD screen and wonky buttons. So it is connected to the Router but none of my PCs can connect to it even when I added it to my Device and Printers, via the Canon's static IP address! I have been setting up printers on my networks ever since Windows 95 OSR-1. This is the first time I was beaten. I would have continued to try and resolve this issue until I discovered that the Waste Ink pad, or Maintenance Cartridge is not user serviceable. Once the pad is full, the printer stops functioning. The MAXIFY has a replaceable cartridge, and I thought it was the same with this high end PIXMA. So, this IS a disposable printer. Very evil and wasteful, and I thought the Supreme Court verdict against Lexmark would have changed these companies. That is why I went with a Tank printer. Very disappointed as this printer is well made, the tank system is great. It has serviceable print heads. But if WIFI setup is this difficult, so is living with it for the next 10 years. BTW, the Kodak ESP6150 lasted 12 yrs, and the HP Officejet 350 went 14 and the Epson CX6600 12 yrs. They all failed because of Print heads. This should be an easily replaced item.
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
Nobody should use the CD. Completely worthless. Most current computers lack a CD drive anyway. Yes, the display is weak as I mention in my review. Setup was a breeze and this printer works beautifully. Sorry you have had a disappointing experience. What I’ve saved in ink cost has paid for the printer.
I have a Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Smartphone. I would like to wirelessly connect the Canon G7020 printer to my Samsung Galaxy Note 9. I have a Canon printing app on the phone. But I'm not sure if it is the same Canon app that I downloaded to the smartphone from the Google Play Store.
Thank you for this! Quick question- can I connect this to a dell docking station but also connect and print via wifi from the laptop when it isn’t docked, or an iPhone? I’m concerned it will affect how all my other wireless devices work if it’s only connected via wifi.
Has it ever happened to you that your printer won’t print the correct colors. I’m trying to print red lettering but it looks pink. And green also looks pinkish. Any idea why? All of my ink is full
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
I have not had that issue.
ive had my printer about a month, and it worked great but just started printing more faded with little white lines across everywhere (its all colors doing this), almost like its pixelated. please let me know if you have any advice
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
How frequently do you print? Sounds like you need to do a print head calibration and cleaning
Great printer and even better video...can you show us how to use the scanner and fax,,,are they also controlled by the computer?
@michaelerbreviews
4 жыл бұрын
I do plan to make a new video demonstrating the scanner. I won't be demonstrating the fax since I do not have a phone connection.
when I do a print check it prints colors, when I try to print a picture or anything else it is printing black and white? I have flushed and cleaned everything. I have a G4210
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
Make sure that in the print dialog box you have not inadvertently checked the option to print in B&W
Thanks also for providing a link to the online manual in one of your responses in the comments! Not to mention, how great that you respond to comments! Per the manual, I think it said that photo paper MUST go in the back paper feeder thingy, that photo paper cannot go in the front paper cassette. Bummer, as I have my printer in a pull out drawer like I think you have and I was hoping to print on photo paper with the printer in the drawer. Is it true you can't put photo paper in the front? Thanks again for all your help.
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
I always use the rear feed for photo paper
Great video! Does it duplex scan through the ADF?
@michaelerbreviews
Жыл бұрын
No it does not.
I bought the G6020 and had a lot of trouble with it but am going to give the 7020 a try...have heard good things about it. Do you know if there are any compatability issues with hp laptop windows 11?
@michaelerbreviews
8 ай бұрын
I only have Macs in my house. So unfortunately, I can’t answer that question for you. Sorry.
how has it performed for the past year+? I mainly watched the video, because you showed the actual box and I needed to get a sense of the box size for shipping.
@michaelerbreviews
2 жыл бұрын
The printer has been great. I haven’t even had to replenish ink yet. Of course I don’t print large amounts, but I have another HP printer that has required several new ink cartridges, an expensive purchase, in that same amount of time.
@hanwagu9967
2 жыл бұрын
what color settings are you using, because for the life of me mine I bought a few months after posting this and color prints just are always faded and off?
This is an awesome video. Thank you so much!!!!! Do the ink dry up if you don't use it for a while?
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
I have not experienced that and there are times where I haven't printed anything for several days. Canon does recommend you print something at least every week to help prevent that from happening.
Thank you for posting this great video! I'm considering buying this printer but I don't know if it'll fit in the space I have for it. I saw where you have the printer inside a cabinet. I have a similar setup, minus the pull-out. The depth is only 18" and the height 14.5". Would this printer fit in there? My current Canon Cartridgehog fits with the cabinet door closed, and when it prints, the paper output tray slides itself out from the compact position. It's easy to push back in in order to closet the cabinet door. I'm wondering if this printer would work the same way.
@michaelerbreviews
3 жыл бұрын
The dimensions (W x D x H) are approx. 15.9 x 14.6 x 9.3 in. (approx. 403 x 369 x 234 mm) * With the Cassette and trays retracted.