117 Responses to “*The Five Easy Steps*”

1. Administrator Permalink Sep 26th, 2006 8:14 am

   1 Administrator Comment Is there any info yet on direct cd/dvd printing hacks the new PIXMA iP6700D? Thanks, -=Derek The 6700 is more then likely based on the 6600, so I would guess that using the 6600 instructions will work for it. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

2. Administrator Permalink Sep 26th, 2006 8:14 am

   2 Administrator Comment So I went ahead and bought a PIXMA iP6700D, and I was able to successfully use the instructions for the iP6600D to set the ROM to EUR and I removed the plastic block from the CD tray insert. Unfortunately, my attempts to create a homemade CD tray from types B and D templates listed on this site did not work. The printer keeps rejecting my tray. Does anyone know exactly which CDR tray type the iP6700D takes? Thanks, -=Derek The printer will actual list the tray letter in the printer properties. Take a look around in your properties and you will find it. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

3. Administrator Permalink Sep 26th, 2006 8:15 am

   3 Administrator Comment I am thinking of buying a MP780 but am amazed to find that I will have to muck around just to print cd’s etc. This is standard, isnt it. The tray doesnt come with the unit. I have to get it and do this stuff before I can print? I am in australia but found a great price on one in NY. The Australian version includes the tray and the feature from what I have been told. The American version doesn’t. The tray will cost you $20 or more from ebay sellers, so you should add that to your cost. The MP780 is the last MP model to allow the use of generic carts while the MP8xx line is a bit more advanced and better looking it does have the memory chip on the carts which means only using Canon carts or refilling the tanks with Hobbicolor refill ink which can be found on ebay. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

4. Administrator Permalink Sep 26th, 2006 8:15 am

   4 Administrator Comment # John Says: I have the model iP6600. Your instructions for the model iP6600 indicate that a type D tray is the one to use. Most of the Ebay tray sellers however, have Type C as the one for the iP6600. And, your instructions for the iP5200 (using the type C tray) states that some people can use a Type B tray for the iP6600, but the Type C is the right one for the iP6600. I ordered a Type C tray off of Ebay. I just wanted point out the conflicting information. Thanks I will fix that right away. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

5. Administrator Permalink Sep 26th, 2006 8:15 am

   5 Administrator Comment #solow Says: why is there no guide for the canon ip6600d The ip6600d is the only 6600 that exist. I left a d off the day I typed it. So ip6600d is the official model number. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

6. pingback: Permalink Oct 1st, 2006 6:52 am

   6 Five Easy Steps !! Pick your printer Model at Five Easy Steps !! [...] Five Easy Steps to CD Printing with Canon Pixma Printers [...] Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

7. Steven Permalink Jan 6th, 2007 4:32 am

   7 How do you “undo” the mod and return it to factory spec defaults (in case I’m having to deal with tech support, etc.)? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

8. Lowell Permalink Jan 11th, 2007 10:26 pm

   8 I purchased the Canon Pixma ip6700D and was able to get the CD insert from an e-bay vendor. I have a few questions: 1. Must I reconfigure my machine to make it think it is a EURO machine? 2. Do you still need a unique print driver for printing CD/DVD? So the one provided with the US will not work for CD/DVD? Is your list a complete list of dirvers are are there other sources? 3. Once I set the machine for EURO disk printing, are there limitations or problems I will encounter as a US XP Windows user? 4. If the machine must be made to think it is a EURO machine, how can I put it back to US machine, or is this a one way street? 5. What type of layout software do you use to create the image and print the CD/DVD? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

9. Administrator Permalink Jan 12th, 2007 2:16 am

   9 Administrator Comment 1. Must I reconfigure my machine to make it think it is a EURO machine? 2. Do you still need a unique print driver for printing CD/DVD? So the one provided with the US will not work for CD/DVD? Is your list a complete list of drivers are are there other sources? 3. Once I set the machine for EURO disk printing, are there limitations or problems I will encounter as a US XP Windows user? 4. If the machine must be made to think it is a EURO machine, how can I put it back to US machine, or is this a one way street? 5. What type of layout software do you use to create the image and print the CD/DVD? 1. Yes you must change the destination of the printer to Euro mode. 2. The USA driver works fine it’s on the cd that came with the printer. 3. No Limitations or problems, it works great as tested by 1000’s of other users. 4. Repeat the process but press 3 times instead of 4 on step i. 5. Canon CD Label Print, Accoustica CD label Designer, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, etc Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

10. poser Permalink Jan 26th, 2007 12:56 am

    10 Couldn’t be easier than on the MP960. I found that using a dental pick I could easily remove the plastic plate from the appropriate tray (that second little tray hanging in the output section). The first Rom page looked nothing like the one pictured but the post conversion one looked like the one in the picture. The first one was all black text. Anyway, I have yet to print my first CD/DVD but so far so good. Thanks. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

11. intersys Permalink Feb 1st, 2007 9:21 am

    11 Is there any way to do this mod with an i9900? Thank You Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

12. Administrator Permalink Feb 1st, 2007 2:49 pm

    12 Administrator Comment Yes the i9900 could be converted to the i9950 but it isn’t worth the money and the newer pixma are much better at it. The i9900 require an extra piece which is impossible to find anywhere. I would recommend buying the IP4300 and doing the easy convert to it. It will save you time, money and aggravation. I’ve seen the 4300 as low as $50 after rebate. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

13. jae Permalink Mar 4th, 2007 9:23 pm

    13 Is there a back story on why the US market didn’t get the CD feature? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

14. pingback: Permalink Apr 12th, 2007 10:13 pm

    14 printing » Five Easy Steps to CD Printing with Canon Pixma Printers [...] marcel wrote an interesting post today onHere’s a quick excerptChoose your model: iP3000 iP4000 iP5000 iP6000 iP8500 MP750 MP760 MP780 iP4200 iP5200. iP6600 MP500 MP530 *confirmed* MP800 MP830 MP950 iP4300 *new page added 10/5/2006* iP6700. MP960. MP600. MP810 *confirmed* … [...] Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

15. GoldenPointVideo Permalink Apr 19th, 2007 7:35 am

    15 Is there any way to convert a B tray into an F tray? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

16. Administrator Permalink Apr 20th, 2007 3:47 am

    16 Administrator Comment GoldenPointVideo Says: Yesterday at 7:35 am e Is there any way to convert a B tray into an F tray? No I really doubt it would work well the trays are pretty different. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

17. pingback: Permalink Apr 29th, 2007 11:46 am

    17 Five Easy Steps !! » Blog Archive » Choose your model [...] April 29, 2007 The Five Steps needed for your model. Their are dozens of models that have the cd print feature, click the link above to find the instructions for your model.April 23, 2007 FiveEasySteps.damnmachine.com I’ve created a new sub domain, don’t know why I didn’t do it sooner. It’s easier to say and easier to remember. [...] Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

18. error 1851 work-around Permalink Aug 23rd, 2007 3:05 am

    18 This is a workaround for the Mac OSX 10.4.9 problem with CD LabelPrint and Pixma iP4300 not recognising the cd tray: just save to PDF and print from Mac’s Preview! Thanks to a very helpful Petra! http://www.techsurvivors.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=16737 Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

19. Corinna Colledge Permalink Nov 13th, 2007 1:53 am

    19 I just purchased a new Canon ip6600d Pixma printer to replace an older one that I had. I have tried dozens of times to get the printer to reset in order to use the cd tray, but to no avail. One time it will print the information page, other times, not, and even then, it will only print one time and not the second time. Slso, there are no numbers that are a different color, or highlighted. Any suggestions??? Help! Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

20. Administrator Permalink Nov 14th, 2007 3:47 am

    20 Administrator Comment Corinna Colledge: It appears Corinna was pressing the stop/reset button 9 times instead of 5 times because she interpreted the instructions the wrong way. This may also have thrown off cd alignment which could cause major trouble. Manual cd alignment is posted here: http://damnprinter.com/?p=240 Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

21. haryaka Permalink Nov 23rd, 2007 2:04 am

    21 DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW TO RESET CANON PIXMA IX5000 OR HOW TO ENTER SERVICE MODE ?????? PLEEASSEE HELP Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

22. SpeakUpProductions Permalink Nov 24th, 2007 8:56 pm

    22 I bought an MP600 and a tray off ebay. I did the 5 steps and kept having my CD tray rejected. But this site has some excellent troubleshooting steps for tray rejections. I followed those and now it works. I clicked on the “General Tray Rejections” as well as the “MP600″ links & was able to get it working. Thanks for the good info. It took a couple of hours to figure it all out, but now it works! Rick. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

23. VerifyMe Permalink Jan 8th, 2008 11:29 pm

    23 From what I understand, it was a legal issue between Epson and Canon. Apparently Epson has some US patent that Canon was infringing on for printing direct to CDs. That’s why Epson is the only manufacturer in the US allowed to the print direct to CD. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

24. David Greenberg Permalink Jan 10th, 2008 1:08 pm

    24 I’m having problems with a Pro 9500. I can’t get it to do the first printout indicating that the CD print mode has been enabled. I’ve followed the instructions several times. Any suggestions? Thanks. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

25. Administrator Permalink Jan 10th, 2008 1:47 pm

    25 Administrator Comment Any blinking lights….could you give some more details of the problem? Are you sure you are actually in service mode? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

26. David Greenberg Permalink Jan 10th, 2008 5:35 pm

    26 Administrator Comment I press the Resume button, then the Power button. The blue light flashes, but there is no print-out. I’ve tried following the rest of the instructions, and at the end, I do get a print out that shows EUR ROM 1.06. When I try to run the CD print program, I get an error message saying that there is no CD compatible printer connected. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

27. Administrator Permalink Jan 10th, 2008 5:42 pm

    27 Administrator Comment It would seem that it is in Euro mode, did you re-install the driver? Is the cdrs=0000 something other then zero’s ? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

28. David Greenberg Permalink Jan 11th, 2008 11:39 am

    28 Administrator Comment I reinstalled the driver, but I’m still getting the error message when I try to use CD LablePrint that a compatible printer cannot be found. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

29. Administrator Permalink Jan 12th, 2008 11:37 am

    29 Administrator Comment What OS are you using? The blue light flashing would indicate an error like no paper in the feeder or the wrong feeder selected or the inner door being down when you where in service mode. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

30. David Greenberg Permalink Jan 12th, 2008 8:28 pm

    30 Administrator Comment Using XP pro. There is paper in the feeder, and the rear feeder is selected. The inner door is up when I’m trying to get into the service mode. Here’s the sequence: First, I unplug and reconnect printer power cord. I hold down RESUME and then hold down power.. I release RESUME and continue to hold down POWER. I double click RESUME and then release POWER. The Green light is solid, and the printer starts to turn on. I try to check to see if I’m in service mode by clicking RESUME and then POWER. All sounds stop, the blue light is solid. There is no print-out. Inner door is closed, paper tray is down and in rear-feed mode. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

31. Administrator Permalink Jan 12th, 2008 8:30 pm

    31 Administrator Comment DO NOT unplug and reconnect the printer. That method is only for the IX series. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

32. David Greenberg Permalink Jan 12th, 2008 9:53 pm

    32 The problem remains that I don’t seem to be able to enter the Service mode, or at least confirm that I have. There is no printout indicating that the CDR sensor has been enabled with a red SENSOR=OK. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

33. Administrator Permalink Jan 17th, 2008 5:18 am

    33 Administrator Comment David Greenberg wrote: The problem remains that I don’t seem to be able to enter the Service mode, or at least confirm that I have. There is no printout indicating that the CDR sensor has been enabled with a red SENSOR=OK. Maybe it’s a simple problem like your not waiting long enough after entering service mode. You said that the printer makes noise when you first enter it might not be ready for the next command. Also you may want to try different software the cd labeprint software has been known to be buggy. You didn’t mention whether the printer properties drop down menu has the cd-r tray x listed in page size? You mentioned that a blue light flashes, is that still happening? That would indicate some kind of error, I believe that printer has two feed methods, one from the back and from the front, this has been a common problem. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

34. David Greenberg Permalink Jan 17th, 2008 10:53 pm

    34 Thanks. What other software would you suggest? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

35. Anonymous Permalink Jan 22nd, 2008 12:45 pm

    35 It seems like the video is down. When I click to play, it just leaps to 100% but doesn’t do anything. (I have the latest flash player installed. Tried IE and Firefox.) Do the individual instruction pages contain everything I need? (I have mp780) Or is there something in the video that I need to see? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

36. Administrator Permalink Jan 22nd, 2008 8:44 pm

    36 Administrator Comment These are the steps: 1. Unplug the printer and then plug it back in. (Required to bypass Automatic Power-on function which keeps the printer on even if the power switch is off.) 2. Press and hold the Resume button and then hold the Power. (The Power LED lights in green to indicate that a function is selectable.) 3. Release the Resume button but keep holding the Power button. 4. Press the Resume button twice then release the power button. (Each time the Resume/Cancel button is pressed, the Alarm and Power LEDs light alternately, Alarm in orange and Power in green, starting with Alarm LED.) 5. Press the resume 4 times and then Power. Waste ink counter reset is executed. 6. Press power once or twice to exit the service menu. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

37. Administrator Permalink Jan 22nd, 2008 8:48 pm

    37 Administrator Comment The video is down right now but it’s just a general demo. The MP780 instructions contain everything you need. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

38. W. C. Manuel Permalink Feb 13th, 2008 7:06 pm

    38 5 Steps went fine, but when I try to primnt on the MP600 I get and Inner Cover is Open error. How can I get arond this? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

39. Administrator Permalink Feb 14th, 2008 8:07 am

    39 Administrator Comment 1. Repeat the 5 steps to enable the feature…sometimes it doesn’t work the first time. 2. Uninstall the driver using the uninstaller.exe and then reinstall it. 3. Make sure you wait until the Canon software tells you to lower the inner door and slide the tray in. Other troubleshooting ideas: http://damnprinter.com/?p=176 Let me know if these fix the issue, hopefully they will. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

40. sn00per Permalink Mar 10th, 2008 4:44 pm

    40 what’s the probability that these instructions will work for the ip3500? I can get one for a bargain, and would really appreciate feedback! thanks! Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

41. Administrator Permalink Mar 11th, 2008 5:58 am

    41 Administrator Comment The 3500 does not have the feature, you will need to consider buying the 4500. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

42. Walt Cawein Permalink Apr 30th, 2008 12:44 pm

    42 Everything worked great on my MP970 with iMac G5. I suggest you disconnect the printer from the computer (USB or Firewire) and put paper in each tray (front and upper back). Then go thru the 5 steps very carefully. After you complete that process, reconnect your printer to your computer and re-install your printer software from the disk that came with your printer. When using a Mac you do not have to uninstall the software. That is a PC necessity which is not necessary for the Mac. Simply re-install and that process “overwrites” the existing driver, etc. Once you do that then you are on your way to some wonderful disk printing. Incidentally, I use Disc Cover program to create my disk covers, and I think it’s great. This software comes with Printfolio, a BeLight software package, or may be purchased separately. My thanks to everyone who published the 5 steps for us to use. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

43. FBROWNING Permalink Jul 20th, 2008 2:48 pm

    43 WAS JUST THINKING OF BUYING A CANON PIX PRINTER. WOULD LIKE TO BUY A MULTIFUNCTION THAT IS GREAT FOR PHOTO PRINTING AND CAN PRINT ON CD/DVD. WHAT DO YOU SUGGEST THATS HAD THE LEAST AMOUNT OF PROBLEMS AND IS AT BEST THE MOST USER FRIENDLY? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

44. QuadCore Permalink Jul 20th, 2008 8:51 pm

    44 Administrator Comment @FBROWNING: The MP610 is affordable and solid: MP610 specs Great photo printing and of course the cd/dvd feature. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

45. Melani Permalink Aug 22nd, 2008 6:17 am

    45 I have just bought the Canon MX850 and when I click on the instruction link above for it only these models are Listed “Canon MP500, MP800, MP830, MP950 and iP6600″ Is it the same thing for my MX850? Is it alright to go ahead? I’ve been searching around on the web and your site seems to be the only one that lists the MX850 so I’m just a bit nervous : ) Thanks for any help, Mel Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

46. QuadCore Permalink Aug 26th, 2008 9:50 am

    46 Administrator Comment @Melani It’s the same for different models including the mx850. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

47. RUGBURN Permalink Sep 17th, 2008 3:11 pm

    47 MX850 Canon just purchased brand new yesterday…found your website and i have enabled the euro CD/DVD as per your 5 easy steps…did not work the first time so i tried again and now my printer shows the EUR on the Print out…lets see if i can include a photo for you..can’t transfer photo…well anyway it shows the first printout as SET =USA and the second printout as SET=EUR.. THANKS so much for the Step by Step Guide…. Here in Canada we can just call up to CANON parts at 1-888-832-4719 and ask them to send the CD Tray ‘ F ‘ part # QL2-1449-000 ..cost is $ 8.40 each… directly to us. Yes they take Visa and MasterCard and they send Via Canada Post. They do not ask you for your Serial Number . You just ask to purchase some parts….they will even give you the part Numbers if you like…i just said i would like the CD tray ‘ F ‘ for my printer…if they do ask which printer just say IP4500 ..this model also takes the Tray F. Once again thanks so much for the information. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

48. Amsa Permalink Oct 31st, 2008 3:21 am

    48 Any instructions available for the iP4600? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

49. QuadCore Permalink Nov 5th, 2008 6:08 am

    49 Administrator Comment @Amsa: The steps are most likely the same as the IP4500. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

50. DeathAdder666 Permalink Nov 19th, 2008 2:50 pm

    50 I bought the MX850 when it came out a couple of months ago. I’ve tried repeatedly on two desktops (both Vista) and two laptops (both XP Pro) via USB and Ethernet and cannot get the thing to print to CD/DVD. I’ve done the 5 Steps multiple times, EPROM reset, tray rejection guide, firmware update, used US and EUR drivers, tried the Canon Label Print, Nero 8 and 9 Cover Designer and still nothing. I’ve seen others have gotten the MX850 to work via USB and Ethernet. What the hell am I doing wrong? I always get the tray rejection. I’ve set the printer to both EUR and AUS and nothing. Can anyone help? I’m about to go buy an Epson Artisan 800. Thanks. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

51. QuadCore Permalink Nov 19th, 2008 3:27 pm

    51 Administrator Comment Reply-To::DeathAdder666: Could you email me your printouts ? damnprinter@gmail.com Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

52. DeathAdder666 Permalink Nov 19th, 2008 4:54 pm

    52 Will do tonight when I get home. Thanks. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

53. Brian Permalink Nov 20th, 2008 7:09 pm

    53 We have the ip4600 and have tried the “Five Easy Steps” multiple times. We were never able to get it to “service mode” to print the ROM page. Any suggestions. Thanks for your help. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

54. QuadCore Permalink Nov 23rd, 2008 2:47 pm

    54 Administrator Comment Reply-To::Brian: Try this: 1. Unplug the printer for 10 minutes. 2. Plug it back in and enter service mode once again. 3. Try and do the steps. 4. Success???? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

55. Jim from Spokane Permalink Dec 7th, 2008 2:59 pm

    55 When the diagnostic is printed, the color of the IP4500 v1.xx does not change colors - it remains black for both prints. The SET=USA will change to SET=EUR though. The CDR=OK at the bottom of the page remains red for both prints. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

56. Brian Permalink Dec 13th, 2008 3:30 pm

    56 Quadcore, sorry for delay in response we have been busy with holidays. We tried your suggestion of unplugging the ip4600 printer and plugged it back in after 10 minutes and it still will not go into service mode. We even tried leaving printer unplugged over night and it still will not go into service mode with the “5 Easy Steps”. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

57. QuadCore Permalink Dec 15th, 2008 10:26 pm

    57 Administrator Comment Reply-To::Brian: Sadly at this time the CD print feature is not available for the newer models. Hopefully we will get some new information about the IP4600 and MP980. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

58. Leon Permalink Dec 21st, 2008 1:44 pm

    58 A few questions. First, it seems like the Canon MX 850 is a candidate for the addition of a cd tray, but when I click “instructions” next to the listing of the MX850 it takes me to a page that lists other Canon printers but not the MX 850. So will adding a cd tray really work on an MX850? And will it work on a computer running on Mac OS 10.5? And will it print directly to printable disks? Thanks. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

59. QuadCore Permalink Dec 22nd, 2008 10:04 am

    59 Administrator Comment Reply-To::Leon: 1. Yes 2. Yes 3. Yes Be sure to read the Mac OS X category and read comments by other users to save your self some time if you are going to use canon cd label print. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

60. My Tech Guy Permalink Jan 29th, 2009 6:52 pm

    60 First I would like to THANK everyone associated with this site. Without your help we would not have been able to convert our new Canon MP610 to print on CD/DVD’s. It is a great service that you provide the public. Too bad Canon can’t sell their printers in the U.S. with the CD/DVD print feature enabled, but that’s the way the legal system works. As mentioned we recently purchased a new Canon MP610 for only 54.00. It’s a steal and a incredible bargain. We use a 900.00 color laser printer for everything else, but for printing on CD/DVD’s we use the Canon along with Taiyo Yuden “WaterShield” media and together they work incredibly great. Our only question is what settings should we be using to print all the way down to the small disc centers hole? The Canon software (CD LabelPrint) limits the size to only 33mm, but shouldn’t this be closer to 16-20mm? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

61. QuadCore Permalink Jan 30th, 2009 6:51 am

    61 Administrator Comment Reply-To::My Tech Guy: Create a new template in the program and set the inner size for what you need. Instructions: http://damnprinter.com/132/full-hub-dvd-template-for-canon-cd-label-print.html Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

62. JKidd Permalink Feb 3rd, 2009 4:34 am

    62 Is it possible to print all the way to the outer edges with CD Label Print. So far all my prints have a unprinted ring around the outer edge. I tried to bring the image to the outer edge and beyond on some prints and I still get it. Though it looks nice on certain disks. Will that template that you put the link up to solve this? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

63. QuadCore Permalink Feb 3rd, 2009 1:22 pm

    63 Administrator Comment Reply-To::JKidd: CD Label Print is limited to 118mm on the outer edge. You need to use Nero Cover Designer, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements or a few other software apps to overcome this limitation. Photoshop templates can be found here: http://damnprinter.com/257/print-direct-photoshop-template.html Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

64. chris maino Permalink Feb 7th, 2009 12:51 pm

    64 I have an mx850 that I am trying to update via “the 5 step procedure” I enter service mode no problem but when I get there and try to get it to let me choose a destination nothing happens. I know others state they have gotten it to work with the mx850. When I enter service mode it states that it is idle, every time I push the stop/reset button the copy and alarm lights alternate. Should I see something on the screen for choosing the destination? I also tried hitting stop/reset 4 times after 2h and when I print out the report NOTHING shows up next to the MX850 model number on the 1st line. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

65. QuadCore Permalink Feb 9th, 2009 4:53 pm

    65 Administrator Comment Reply-To::chris maino: The LCD screen is not used in the process. Every push of stop/reset should alternate the lights. Just follow the instructions and print out the sheet to show EURO instead of USA. The USA or EURO may not be next to the model number. The colored sheet with say SET=USA and near the bottom there should be a barcode with MX850USA. This is what will change when you do the steps. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

66. David S Permalink Feb 20th, 2009 10:22 am

    66 I have found a great deal on a Canon IP3300 new in box, does this printer support CD printing or can it be converted. I’m not finding any info on it at Canon’s site, maybe a European model? Can anyone help? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

67. QuadCore Permalink Feb 23rd, 2009 9:51 am

    67 Administrator Comment Reply-To::David S: Sorry, that model does not have the cd print feature. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

68. William Smith Permalink Mar 25th, 2009 2:45 pm

    68 I am trying to follow your instructions for the Pro9500, but I am stuck at the beginning, in getting the black plastic strip off. I cannot find any pix of the 9500 as a reference. Anybody help?? William Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

69. QuadCore Permalink Mar 25th, 2009 11:06 pm

    69 Administrator Comment Reply-To::William Smith: Take some pictures of the 9500 and email them to me at damnprinter@gmail.com and I will point you in the right direction. Make sure the pictures are with the inner door lowered. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

70. Otis Permalink Mar 26th, 2009 6:36 pm

    70 I’m trying to install the canon cd label print software, when i double click the .exe file a message comes on the screen that says “Unexpected Error The system cannot find the file specified” but on file is identified. Has anyone run into this before, reprogramed the printer(ip5000) fine ( shows printable cd under paper selection). running Vista x64 Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

71. Mark Permalink Apr 16th, 2009 1:41 pm

    71 Regarding an MP780 - I got to step two, CYGNUS-2 (OK), I chose standard (ok), pressed the power button (on/off) but it just beeps. It didn’t boot up or ask for language preference. Do you have any tips for getting ppast this point? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

72. Ballas Permalink Apr 20th, 2009 5:08 am

    72 I got a Canon MX700 and just put in new cartridges with no chip in and i even swap the chips on the new ones.I have also serched the net for resetter software but got nothing.I now you also get a 5 step reset for the inc level but i do not find the process.Are there anyone who can help me PLEASE.Thanx Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

73. QuadCore Permalink Apr 21st, 2009 8:14 am

    73 Administrator Comment Reply-To::Ballas: Did the carts come with instructions? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

74. Brad Permalink Apr 21st, 2009 2:33 pm

    74 The MP980 is not listed above, but the the MP970 and MP960 are. I’ve confirmed the European MP980 does include CD printing standard. Have you successfully added the CD print feature to an MP980, and if so, could you confirm that purchasing TRAY F and following the MP970 instructions are the correct approach? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

75. QuadCore Permalink Apr 25th, 2009 3:04 am

    75 Administrator Comment Reply-To::Brad: Sadly the MP980 is not capable of enabling the cd print feature. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

76. Joe Fabulouz Permalink May 1st, 2009 1:36 pm

    76 Has anyone ever tried using a clear spray coating over the inks on the printed side of the CD to protect the inks? I’ve noticed that if the dried inks on the CD get wet, they will easily wash off the CD. I’m currently making demo CD’s for my band, which will be passed out in bars, and could be subject to things like spilled drinks, etc. I’d like to try and protect the printed graphics on the CD, and was thinking that something like a clear acrylic spray coating (like from an auto suppy store) might help (as long as it’s not a water-based coating, of course). Anyone have any experience protecting the graphics on their printed CD’s??? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

77. Jack Permalink May 2nd, 2009 3:51 pm

    77 Canon MP830 - Set the Printer to Eur, Made a tray, created a new printer (mac), when I try to print it tells me that the center tray is open and I need to close it to print - then proceeds to print on regular paper. I have chosen the D tray in the page setup and specified the D tray from the software DiscLabel. Any thoughts? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

78. QuadCore Permalink May 4th, 2009 5:59 am

    78 Administrator Comment Reply-To::Joe Fabulouz: Some people use spray on coating, it can be a messy job though and smells pretty bad. Best to do it outside or in a ventilated garage. Another solution would be to use Taiyo Yuden Watershield DVD’s or Verbatim Hardcoat DVD’s. They print great and are smudge proof. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

79. Jack Permalink May 5th, 2009 7:18 am

    79 Eprom reset on the printer did the trick; as listed in the what to do for mac section ALEADY LISTED HERE! If only I would have read through it all the first time! Thanks a million to all who contributed to this site - really. Jack Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

80. Jack Permalink May 5th, 2009 7:18 am

    80 Eprom reset on the printer did the trick; as listed in the what to do for mac section ALEADY LISTED HERE! If only I would have read through it all the first time! Thanks a million to all who contributed to this site - really. Jack Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

81. Ronda Permalink May 16th, 2009 3:34 pm

    81 The documentation for the Canon Pixma MP980 indicates it does do cd/dvd printing but I noticed info here that it doesn’t? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

82. QuadCore Permalink May 19th, 2009 3:20 pm

    82 Administrator Comment Reply-To::Ronda: If you bought an American model then the feature is disabled. If it’s a European model then it should have it. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

83. Clay Permalink Jun 22nd, 2009 4:03 pm

    83 [If you bought an American model then the feature is disabled. If it’s a European model then it should have it.] Are you saying that the American MP980 cannot be adapted to work by using Tray G as listed on EBay at all. The feature cannot be enabled. Or, that it is not enabled on the american mdel by default, but it can be upgraded like most of the other Canon printers? I am wanting to buy one, but I want to print on DVD’s. If it is unable to upgraed to work, then I need to look for another model. Thanks in advance Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

84. QuadCore Permalink Jun 22nd, 2009 6:15 pm

    84 Administrator Comment Response To: Clay The IP4600 and MP980 are both set to disable the feature. It’s very very doubtful that any method of enabling the feature with be revealed. You have two options at this time: 1. Buy a European model and have it shipped here, you will need also to buy a US power supply. 2. Buy an older known model that is listed like the MP610 or MP970. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

85. Clay Permalink Jun 30th, 2009 5:40 pm

    85 Thanks for the reply. I have looked at buying the European model on eBay but given the current exchange rate, its not really worth @ 450.00 US. I’m now looking at the MX 850. That model is in the list as using Tray F and there appear to be instructions here for that model. I realize that it is an older printer, but you can still buy them new, and other than wireless, they seem to have all the good features. Thanks for the help. Hopefully the conversion will go well. I’ll report back when I finally get it completed. I Hope! Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

86. Lee Permalink Aug 7th, 2009 6:35 pm

    86 Has anyone had any success with enabling CD printing on a Pro9000 Mark II? I can’t get mine to go into Service Mode. Thanks in advance! Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

87. QuadCore Permalink Aug 8th, 2009 1:31 pm

    87 Administrator Comment Response To: Lee The instructions are for the original pro9000. The Mark II is a newer model and the ability to enable CD printing is not possible at this time. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

88. Lee Permalink Aug 8th, 2009 6:37 pm

    88 Thanks… I’d figured as much! I did find reference to a Canon “Service Tool” (see http://www.nifty-stuff.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=4161&p=1) that looks like it enables this feature. Not clear if this is a general tool or specific to the iP4600 which is being discussed… Has anyone seen or heard of this tool and ($1M question) does it work with or is there a version for the Pro9000 MkII?? Thx Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

89. OneTom Permalink Aug 20th, 2009 2:36 am

    89 Hello! Using the iP3000, I have followed the instructions and everything is great…except graphics that should be black show up as red when printing on CD’s! I can print out full color graphics with no issues using the Cassette Tray or Auto Feed Tray to print on paper, but when it comes to the CD (Tray B) black becomes red! Strange? Any suggestions? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

90. Wayne Permalink Sep 16th, 2009 7:03 pm

    90 I have been printing CD’s in the EURO mode with my MX850. However the fax DRPD ring is disabled and I can’t receive faxes. Any suggestions other than returning to US mode? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

91. QuadCore Permalink Sep 17th, 2009 3:23 am

    91 Administrator Comment Response To: Wayne DRPD only works in US mode sadly. I wish there was a solution to this problem but your definitely in the minority of people needing that feature. I mainly use fax for sending things myself and my phone line is dedicated. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

92. Mag Permalink Sep 21st, 2009 9:16 pm

    92 American MP980 can be adapted to work by using Tray G ? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

93. QuadCore Permalink Sep 23rd, 2009 8:32 am

    93 Administrator Comment Response To: Mag Sadly it cannot be… Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

94. Curt Permalink Sep 27th, 2009 11:41 am

    94 Will tray G work with the new MP990? Looks like a great printer. Thanks for doing all of this! Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

95. QuadCore Permalink Oct 4th, 2009 9:05 pm

    95 Administrator Comment Response To: Curt The MP990 can’t be enabled sorry. The tray letter might have changed. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

96. Steve Permalink Nov 19th, 2009 8:34 am

    96 Will the new MP640 have CD printing enabled in the US? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

97. QuadCore Permalink Nov 19th, 2009 11:44 am

    97 Administrator Comment Response To: Steve No it won’t, the mp640 and most newer models can’t be enabled either. Sorry Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

98. Steve Permalink Nov 20th, 2009 3:16 pm

    98 Hi! Should I assume that the MP620 is the wireless version of the MP610, and that the CD Print feature is enabled on the 620 as well? Thanks for all the great work you’ve done on this website. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

99. Allen Permalink Nov 20th, 2009 4:02 pm

    99 Just FYI to the folks looking for an alternative CD/DVD labeling program. Acoustica CD Label Maker is an excellent program. It has tons of built-in printer, paper, and direct to disc profiles. Its the absolute best program for labeling I’ve ever seen. http://www.acoustica.com/cd-label-maker/index.htm Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

100. QuadCore Permalink Nov 21st, 2009 10:36 am

     100 Administrator Comment Response To: Steve No, the MP620 is the lame crippled version of the MP610. I don’t recommend it. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

101. Tina Permalink Dec 7th, 2009 11:01 pm

     101 Hi I’ve just purchased an MX860. Can it be enabled to print on CDs/DVDs? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

102. QuadCore Permalink Dec 8th, 2009 9:48 am

     102 Administrator Comment Response To: Tina No, the newer models cannot be enabled. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

103. Rick Permalink Dec 21st, 2009 1:24 am

     103 I’ve read the bulk of the beginning posts ( before mid-2007) and skimmed through the rest, so forgive me if I ask a question that may have been answered: With the CD Tray in place and assuming all the steps worked fine … 1) Are there any problems with using this in Vista? or in Windows 7? 2) If I am to resume printing 8.5×11s, 4×6s, 5×7s, 8.5×14s, etc. must I remove the CD Tray? 3) How about the additional optional roller? Assuming I have to remove that, I also assume I have to put the plastic panel back in place too, right? 4) If I have a CD/DVD which is not printable and there is a label already adhered to it, it should be able to print to the label, correct? Thanks for answering the questions. I was perusing the Internet for some other label related question and saw these threads and it reminded me that my printer could do it, I just never got around to looking for the answer until I ran into it accidentally now. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

104. Rick Permalink Dec 21st, 2009 1:25 am

     104 Sorry, I should have said also, I own a Canon ip6000d. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

105. QuadCore Permalink Dec 21st, 2009 10:34 am

     105 Administrator Comment Response To: Rick 1. No problem with Vista but in Windows 7 Canon cd label print does not work properly and you will need different software like Nero Label Print or Accoustica or just a photoshop template. 2. Yes the the tray needs to be removed and the inner door needs to be put up for normal printing. 3. Once the black plastic is removed you can throw it away. The rollers are built into the ip6600d model. 4. Yes it will print just fine on labels that you have stuck to non-printable cd/dvd. The quality won’t be as good though. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

106. Dave Permalink Jan 4th, 2010 9:44 pm

     106 Hi, I’ve been using the five easy steps system on my MP830 for almost two years with great results in DVD/CD printing! I’m about to upgrade to Windows 7 64 bit from 32 bit XP. I read above that FES will work with Win 7 minus the CD label print program but has it been tried with the 64 bit version? Should I use the new 64 bit drivers from the Euro site or will the US 64 bit one work as well? Just asking because it seems like Canon is plugging this loophole and I don’t want the new drivers to somehow disable one of the best features of this printer. Thanks again! Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

107. QuadCore Permalink Jan 5th, 2010 3:10 am

     107 Administrator Comment Response To: Dave CD Label print 1.4.1 is suppose to officially support Windows 7 but a lot people only get an error saying ” no compatible printer found”. At that point you need to find other software to use like Nero Cover Designer or Acoustica. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

108. JonnyBoy Permalink Jan 7th, 2010 12:21 pm

     108 Has anyone figured out CD/DVD printing for the new Canon Pixma IP2600SE? NewEgg has it an a nearly unbelievable price. Install a Continuous Ink System and you’ve got what might be the cheapest, fastest CD/DVD printer in existence! Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

109. Tim Permalink Jan 9th, 2010 5:03 pm

     109 Has anyone printed CD labels on the MP830 in Windows 7 64-bit yet? The EUR 64-bit drivers don’t even have a print to CD mode option. I have been using Sure Thing CD Labeler for years with Windows XP. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

110. Tim Permalink Jan 9th, 2010 5:05 pm

     110 What happened to the forums? Neither link on this page works. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

111. QuadCore Permalink Jan 10th, 2010 12:12 pm

     111 Administrator Comment Response To: Tim The forums should be back up in a few days. They were taken down to save all the bandwidth for the main site. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

112. QuadCore Permalink Jan 10th, 2010 12:16 pm

     112 Administrator Comment Response To: Tim Canon CD-Label Print has some severe bugs on Windows 7 64-bit, other software seems to work fine though so Sure Thing CD Label should work. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

113. QuadCore Permalink Jan 10th, 2010 12:18 pm

     113 Administrator Comment Response To: JonnyBoy That model does NOT have the cd print feature. Sorry. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

114. Tim Permalink Jan 10th, 2010 2:51 pm

     114 Isn’t it the printer driver’s fault when the option to print to the CD tray doesn’t even show up when I try to set the destination in the printer options box? It shows up as an option in XP. I would think that Sure Thing or any other labeling software would need to have that option in order to work under any OS. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

115. Tim Permalink Jan 10th, 2010 3:13 pm

     115 In case someone else has this problem under Windows 7, I solved it b creating a printer profile for CD tray printing. I selected CD Tray from the destination and Printable CD as the media. In prior versions of Windows (at least in XP), Sure thing did this automatically. When you print to a CD from Sure Thing you then have to select the CD Tray profile under printer options. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

116. QuadCore Permalink Jan 11th, 2010 1:29 am

     116 Administrator Comment Response To: Tim Windows 7 is new and still might have some minor bugs that need to be sorted out by software makers. I would guess that Sure Thing will add back the automatic feature down the road. Canon’s own cd-label print software doesn’t work at all under Windows 7 64-bit for me so I have to use another and also have to select both of those settings manually. Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

117. Mag Permalink Jan 23rd, 2010 12:13 am

     117 Are there any changes in mp 980, can it print CD-label? Quote Comment{Quotes will added to the form below}Jump to Form

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