How to Set Up Canon PIXMA TS4150i Printer

Setting up your Canon PIXMA TS4150i printer is straightforward once you know the basic steps. Whether you want to print from your phone, scan documents to your computer, or simply make copies, this guide walks you through the process from start to finish.

Install Ink

Before you can print, you need to install the printer’s ink cartridges.

1. Turn on your Canon PIXMA TS4150i and open the ink cartridge cover.
2. Wait for the ink cartridge holder to move into the replacement position.
3. Remove the new ink cartridge from its packaging.
4. Remove the protective tape carefully, without touching the electrical contacts or ink outlet.
5. Insert the cartridge into the correct slot. Make sure the colour cartridge and black cartridge are installed in their designated positions.
6. Press down gently until each cartridge clicks securely into place.
7. Close the ink cartridge cover.
8. The printer may take a few moments to initialise the new cartridges.

If the printer displays an error after installation, check that each cartridge is installed in the correct position and is fully clicked into place.

Load Paper

Once the ink is installed, you can load paper into the printer.

1. Prepare a stack of plain A4 paper.
2. Adjust the paper guides to match the paper size.
3. Place the paper into the printer’s paper tray or feeder, following the loading direction indicated on the printer.
4. Don’t overfill the tray.
5. Slide the paper guides gently against the edges of the paper.
6. Select the appropriate paper size and type if the printer asks you to do so.

For the best results, use clean, flat paper and avoid loading sheets that are curled, damp or damaged.

Connect to Phone

The easiest way to connect your phone to the Canon PIXMA TS4150i is through your home Wi-Fi network.

1. Turn on the printer.
2. On your smartphone, open the App Store or Google Play Store.
3. Search for Canon’s printer/mobile printing app and install the appropriate Canon app for your device.
4. Open the app and follow the on-screen setup instructions.
5. Select your Canon PIXMA TS4150i when it appears.
6. Choose your home Wi-Fi network and enter the Wi-Fi password when prompted.
7. Allow the app to complete the printer setup.

Make sure your phone and printer are connected to the same Wi-Fi network when you want to print or scan wirelessly.

Print From Phone

Once your phone is connected to the printer, you can print photos and documents wirelessly.

1. Open the document, photo or webpage you want to print.
2. Tap the Share or Print option, depending on your phone and the app you’re using.
3. Select the Canon PIXMA TS4150i as the printer.
4. Choose the number of copies, paper size and other available print settings.
5. Tap Print.
6. The printer should begin printing after receiving the job.

If the printer doesn’t appear, check that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network and that the printer is switched on.

Scan to Phone

You can also use your phone to scan documents and photos from the printer.

1. Place the document face down on the scanner glass, positioning it according to the alignment guide.
2. Open the Canon printing/scanning app on your phone.
3. Select the Scan option.
4. Select your Canon PIXMA TS4150i if necessary.
5. Start the scan.
6. Wait while the printer scans the document.
7. Review the scanned image on your phone.
8. Save the scan to your phone or share it by email, messaging or another app.

For the clearest results, make sure the scanner glass is clean and the document is positioned straight.

Connect to PC

You can connect the Canon PIXMA TS4150i to a Windows PC or compatible computer over Wi-Fi.

1. Turn on the printer.
2. Make sure your computer is connected to your home Wi-Fi network.
3. Download and install the appropriate Canon printer software and drivers for the PIXMA TS4150i.
4. Follow the setup program’s instructions.
5. When asked how you want to connect the printer, select the wireless/Wi-Fi connection option.
6. Select the PIXMA TS4150i when it is detected.
7. Complete the installation.

After setup, the printer should appear in your computer’s list of available printers. You can then select it whenever you want to print.

Scan to PC

After installing the Canon software, you can scan documents directly to your computer.

1. Place the document face down on the scanner glass.
2. Open the Canon scanning software on your PC.
3. Select the PIXMA TS4150i.
4. Choose the type of scan you want to perform.
5. Select your preferred scan settings, such as colour, resolution and file format.
6. Start the scan.
7. Preview the document if the software provides that option.
8. Save the scanned file to your computer.

PDF is a useful format for documents, while JPEG is commonly used for photographs and individual images.

Make Copies

The Canon PIXMA TS4150i can also be used as a standalone photocopier.

1. Turn on the printer.
2. Place the original document or photo face down on the scanner glass.
3. Align it with the appropriate guide.
4. Close the scanner lid.
5. Select the copy function on the printer’s control panel.
6. Choose colour or black-and-white copying, depending on the type of copy you need.
7. Select the number of copies if required.
8. Press the Start or copy button.
9. Wait for the printer to scan the original and produce the copy.

For documents, use plain paper and check the paper size setting before starting a large number of copies.

Final Thoughts

Once the Canon PIXMA TS4150i is set up, you can use it for everyday printing, scanning and copying from your phone or computer. The key steps are to install the ink correctly, load paper, connect the printer to your Wi-Fi network, and install the appropriate Canon software on your devices.

If you run into problems during setup, checking the printer’s displayed error message and confirming the Wi-Fi connection are good first troubleshooting steps.