Getting Started

1 Preface
P. 2

2 Installing the Machine

P. 4

3 Connecting to a Computer
and Installing the Drivers
P. 14

4 Configuring and
Connecting the Fax
P. 20

Read this guide first.

Please read this guide before operating this product. After you finish reading this guide, store it in a safe place for future
reference.

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 Checking the Supplied Accessories
Confirm that all the supplied accessories are contained in the box. If an item is missing or damaged, please contact the Canon
Authorized Service Facilities or the Canon Customer Care Center.

Machine Unit USB Cable

(MF8280Cw)

Getting Started
Starter Guide

The toner cartridge is already installed. This manual

Machine Unit
(MF8210Cn) Wireless LAN Setting Guide
(MF8280Cw only)

User Software CD-ROM

The toner cartridge is already installed.

Power Cord
Shortcut key label

Telephone Cable
Handset Cable Clamps
(MF8280Cw only)
(MF8280Cw only)

User Software CD-ROM Miscellaneous Software

The User Software CD-ROM contains the MF Drivers, MF The User Software CD-ROM contains Presto! PageManager.
Toolbox, various software, and e-Manual. Install it from the [Custom Installation] option.
Depending on the operating system you are using, some
functions of the driver software included in the CD-ROM may About the LAN cable
not be usable. The newest software is posted on the Canon
web site. Please verify the operating environment etc. and The machine does not come with a LAN cable. Have it ready
download the appropriate software if required. as necessary.
• Please use LAN Cable of Category 5 twisted pair cable or
MF Drivers higher for support.
The MF Driver contains the Network Scan Utility* (to use • When connecting the machine to a 100BASE-TX Ethernet
to scan over a network) as well as printer, fax (MF8280Cw network, all the devices on the LAN must be compatible
only), and scanner drivers. * Windows XP/Vista/7/8 only. with 100BASE-TX.
MF Toolbox
The MF Toolbox provides a group of commands for you,
such as to open a scanned image in an application, send it
as an e-mail attachment file, and store it on the hard disk.

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Included Documents

Printed Manuals

Starter Guide

This manual

Getting Started Wireless LAN Setting Guide (MF8280Cw only)

This manual describes the configuration and This manual explains the wireless LAN setup
software installation. procedures and troubleshooting during the setup.

Manuals Included in the CD-ROM

e-Manual
This manual explains all the features of the machine, and is
categorized by subject.

Displaying the e-Manual from the CD-ROM

Insert the User Software CD-ROM in your computer, click [Manuals],
and then click [e-Manual] in the displayed screen. If the User Software
CD-ROM has been already inserted in your computer and [Manuals] is
not displayed, remove the CD-ROM and insert it again.

MF Driver Installation Guide

This manual describes how to install the MF Drivers, MF Toolbox, and
software included on the User Software CD-ROM.

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 Removing the Packing Materials
Remove all the packing materials, such as orange tape. Packing materials may change in form or placement, or may be added or
removed without prior notice.

Do not remove the cap

from the USB port.

Cap

4 Check!
Are all the packing materials removed?

Tape Packing materials with tape

Proper Handling

Hold here.
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Establishing an Installation Site

= 100 mm
MF8280Cw

 1,229 mm
 674 mm
 801 mm

MF8210Cn

 1,229 mm
 630 mm
 805 mm

Do not place the machine near the following:

• Alcohol, paint thinner, or other flammable substances ▶ If flammable substances come into contact with electrical
parts inside the machine, this may result in a fire or electrical shock.
• Any medical equipment ▶ Radio wave emitted from this machine may interfere with medical equipment.
• Surfaces that are unstable, subject to excessive vibration, objects that could block the ventilation slot, dampness
or dust, in direct sunlight or exposed to the elements, subject to high temperatures, open flames, and poor
ventilation ▶ Installing the machine in locations with these characteristics may result in personal injury, fire, or
electric shock.

Ozone from the Unit

Although ozone is generated from the machine during operation, it does not have any affect on the human body.
However, if you intend to use the machine for long periods of time, ensure that the installation location is well
ventilated for a comfortable working environment.

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 Preparing the Toner Cartridge

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Supplied Toner Cartridges

• The average yield is 800 sheets for the included K (Black) toner cartridge, and the composite yield is 800 sheets
for the included C (Cyan), M (Magenta), and Y (Yellow) toner cartridges.* The average yield of replacement toner
cartridges differ from the supplied toner cartridges.
• To purchase replacement toner cartridges:
“About Replacement Toner Cartridges” in the e-Manual
* The average yield is based on “ISO/IEC 19798” when printing A4 size paper with the default printing density.

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Check!

Are all the packing materials removed?

Sealing tape

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 Loading Paper

1 2 Spread the side paper guides a little

wider than the width of the paper.

5 Set the paper under the hooks. Make

sure that the paper stack does not 6 Slide the side paper guides inward until they
are aligned securely against the edges of the
exceed the load limit mark. paper.

Loading Paper Other than A4 Size

The procedure here is for loading A4 size paper. To load paper other than A4 size, such as A5 or B5, see “Loading
Paper Other than A4 Size” (P. 24) after finishing the initial settings.

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 Loading Paper

3 Press the lock release lever and

spread the front-center paper guide a 4 Load paper so that its edge is
aligned with the rear side of the
little wider than the length of the paper. paper drawer.

7 Press the lock release lever, and slide

the front-center paper guide inward 8
until it is aligned securely against the
edges of the paper.

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 Connecting the Handset (Optional for
MF8280Cw)

1 2

Do not fully insert the

pins into the plugs at
this point.

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 Connecting the Power Cord

1 Make sure that the machine is turned OFF,

and then connect the power cord. 2 Turn ON the machine.

OFF Do not connect

the USB cable.
Connect the cable when ON
installing the software.

5 Press <Next>.

8 Select whether or not to perform color correction.

It is recommended to perform color correction to obtain optimum copy or printout results.

Perform color correction.

“Performing Color Correction” (P. 26)

Proceed to the next step.

If you are using MF8210Cn, proceed to connect
the machine to the computer (P. 14).

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3 Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight a

language, and then press [OK]. 4 Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight a
region, and then press [OK].

6 Press [▲] or [▼] to

highlight your time zone*, 7 Enter the date and time, and then press <Apply>.
and then press [OK].

• Press [◀] or [▶] to move the

cursor to the left and right.
• Press [▲] or [▼] to
change the numeric
value, or AM/PM.
The factory default settings for
time display is set as 12-Hour.

9 Select whether or not to connect using wireless LAN immediately.

Connect to the computer via a

wireless LAN immediately.
Start from step  on P. 4 in Wireless LAN Setting Guide.

Proceed to the next page.

• Select <No> if you want to connect the machine to a
computer via a wireless LAN later. When connecting,
refer to Wireless LAN Setting Guide.
• If you do not connect the machine to a computer,
proceed to fax configuration (P. 20).

* The time zone setting indicates the time difference between your local time zone and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The correct time
zone setting is required for Internet communications.

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 Connecting to the Computer

Check! Choosing the Method to Connect the Machine to the Computer

First, you need to decide on the method you would like to connect your machine to the computer. Choose from the
following three options.

Connecting via a Wired LAN P. 15

You can connect the machine to the computer
through a wired router. Use the LAN cables to LAN Cable
connect the machine to the wired router.
• Make sure that there is an available port in the router to Wired Router
connect the machine and the computer.
• Have a LAN Cable of Category 5 twisted-pair cable or higher
ready.

Connecting via a USB P. 17

You can connect the machine to the computer using
USB Cable
a USB cable.

Connecting via a Wireless LAN (MF8280Cw Only) See “Wireless LAN Setting Guide”
You can connect the machine to the computer
through a wireless router*. Since it is connected
wireless, no LAN cables are needed.
* A wireless router which supports IEEE 802.11b/g/n is required.
Wireless Router

If you are not sure whether your router is wired or wireless:

See the instruction manual provided with your network device, or contact the manufacturer.

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 Connecting to the Computer

1 Wired LAN Connection

Check the following first.

1 Are the computer and the router properly Internet Router

connected using a LAN cable?
For details, see the instruction manual provided with your LAN Cable
network device, or contact the manufacturer.

2 Has the network settings on the computer been

complete?
If the computer is not properly configured, you may not
use the wired LAN connection even after completing the
following settings.

NOTE
• You cannot connect both the wired LAN and wireless • If you connect through a LAN in the office, contact
LAN at the same time. your network administrator.
• When you connect to a network environment that
is not security protected, your personal information
could be disclosed to third parties. Please use
caution.

2 Wired LAN Connection

Connect the LAN cable.
The machine does not come with a LAN cable or router. Have LAN Cable of Category 5 twisted pair cable or higher
ready.

If the IP address on this machine has been changed:

Router
If the machine is on the same subnet as the computer, the
connection is maintained.

* If you want to manually configure the IP address:

If you have set a static IP address to the IP address of the
computer, manually configure a static IP Address.
LAN Cable
“Setting IPv4 Address” in the e-Manual
“Setting IPv6 Address” in the e-Manual

Wait for approximately 2 minutes.

The IP address will be automatically configured.*

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 Connecting to the Computer

3 Wired LAN Connection

Install the software.
Install the MF Drivers and the MF Toolbox. Make sure that the machine is turned ON, and log on to Windows as a
user with administrative privileges. Shut down all applications that are running. See MF Driver Installation Guide for
details about installation.

NOTE
• If you are operating in the IPv6 environment, you may not install the software following the procedures below. See “Installing
the MF Drivers on the WSD Network” in MF Driver Installation Guide.
• You may not use the scan function in the IPv6 environment.

1 3

User Software CD-ROM

Click! ▶

2
◀ Click!
Follow the instructions
on the screen to continue.

4
• Printer, fax (MF8280Cw only), scanner
drivers and MF Toolbox will be installed.
• Select [Custom Installation] to install Presto!
PageManager and the e-Manual.

If the screen is not correctly displayed: ▲ Select ✔

• Windows XP/Server 2003
◀ Click!
[Start] Menu → [Run] → enter [D:\MInst.exe]*
→ [OK]
• Take the CD-ROM out, if necessary.
• Windows Vista/7/Server 2008
[Start] Menu → [Search programs and files]
(or [Start Search]) → enter [D:\MInst.exe]* →
press the [Enter] key
• Windows 8/Server 2012 Computer connection via the
Right-click the lower-left corner of the screen wired LAN is now complete.
→ select [Run] → enter [D:\Minst.exe]* → [OK]
* The CD-ROM drive name is indicated as "D:" in this
manual.
If you are using MF8280Cw,
proceed to P. 20 to configure the fax.

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1 USB Connection
Install the Software.
Install the MF Drivers and the MF Toolbox. Make sure that the machine is turned ON, and log on to Windows as a
user with administrative privileges. Shut down all applications that are running. See MF Driver Installation Guide for
details about installation.

Do not connect the USB cable yet.

Connect the USB cable after installing the MF Drivers and the MF Toolbox.

If you already connected the USB cable:

Windows 7/8:  Disconnect the USB cable from the computer,  and then
proceed to step 1.
Windows XP/Vista:  If the dialog box on the right appears, disconnect the USB cable
from the computer*,  click [Cancel],  and then proceed to step 1.
* If the USB cable is disconnected and the dialog box disappears, proceed to step 1. For Windows XP/Vista

1 • Windows Vista/7
[Start] Menu → [Search programs and files]
(or [Start Search]) → enter [D:\MInst.exe]* →
press the [Enter] key
• Windows 8
Right-click the lower-left corner of the screen
▲
→ select [Run] → enter [D:\Minst.exe]* → [OK]
* The CD-ROM drive name is indicated as "D:" in this
User Software CD-ROM
manual.

2 Follow the instructions

◀ Click!
on the screen to continue.

• Printer, fax (MF8280Cw only), scanner

drivers and MF Toolbox will be installed.
• Select [Custom Installation] to install Presto! ▲ Select ✔
PageManager and the e-Manual.
◀ Click!
If the screen is not correctly displayed:
• Windows XP • Remove the CD-ROM, if necessary.
[Start] Menu → [Run] → enter [D:\MInst.exe]*
→ [OK]

Proceed to P. 18

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 Connecting to the Computer

2 USB Connection
Connect the USB cable.
After installing the software, such as MF Driver, connect the USB cable. Make sure the software is installed first.

Remove this.

Flat Connector Square Connector

Connect to the computer. Connect to the machine.

Computer connection via the USB is now complete.

If you are using MF8280Cw, proceed to P. 20 to configure the fax.

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 Configuring the Fax (MF8280Cw Only)

Check! Selecting a Receive Mode That Fits Your Purpose

Choose your purpose to know the receive mode to use. Remember the receive mode to configure the setting in
“Selecting the Fax Receive Mode” (P. 22).

Use for Fax Only/No Voice Calls

Fax You can use only for fax and may not use for voice calls. You do not
need to connect the external telephone.

Receive Mode ⇒ Auto

Mainly Use for Voice Calls/Almost Not Use for Fax

Connect an external phone* to receive calls.
Phone Press the start button to receive faxes.
* You can also use an optional handset.

Receive Mode ⇒ Manual

Telephone

Use for Fax and Voice Call

Phone Fax 1 Using an answering machine
Connect an external answering machine to record
voice messages when you are out, as well as
receive calls. Faxes will be automatically received.

Receive Mode ⇒ Answering Machine Answering machine

2 Using a General Telephone

Connect the external telephone*. Faxes will be
automatically received and the machine will ring
when voice calls come in.
* You can also use an optional handset.

Receive Mode ⇒ Fax/Tel Auto Switch Telephone

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Set Up 1 Registering the Fax Number and Unit Name

• If you select <Set Up Later>, the receive mode

will be set to <Auto>.
• Enter the unit name, and then press <Apply>.
• To reconfigure the settings, press → <Fax
Settings> → <Fax Setup Guide>. “Entering Text” (P. 35)

Proceed to the next page

Registered information will be printed on the

recipient's paper.
The fax number and unit name registered here will
be printed on the recipient's paper as the sender
information.

Fax Number
• Enter the fax number using the numeric keys, Number's Type
and then press <Apply>. Sent Time Unit Name Page Number

03/03 2013 02:07 PM FAX 123XXXXXXX CANON 0001/0001

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 Configuring the Fax (MF8280Cw Only)

Set Up 2 Selecting the Fax Receive Mode

Set the receive mode that you confirmed in “Selecting a Receive Mode That Fits Your Purpose” (P. 20).

◀ Check!

<Auto>

Yes

• To set to Auto mode → <Yes> → [OK]

• To set to other receive modes → <No> → [OK]

No

The screen that appears varies

<Fax/Tel> depending on the receive mode
selected.
Yes

• To set to Fax/Tel Auto Switch mode → <Yes>

→ [OK]
• To set to other receive modes → <No> → [OK]

No

<Answer> The screen that appears varies

depending on the receive mode
Yes selected.

<Manual>
No When connecting a telephone with fax
• To set to Answering Machine mode → <Yes> functions:
→ [OK] Set the fax receive mode of the telephone to
• To set to Manual mode → <No> → [OK] “manual.”

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Set Up 3 Connecting the Telephone Line

You cannot use the

fax function if it is not
properly connected.

Press [▲] to select <Yes>.

To an analog
telephone line

Turn OFF the machine.

Connect if necessary

Telephone Wait for at least 10

(answering machine)
seconds.
Handset (option)

Turn ON the machine.

The machine will restart, and
the telephone line type will be
automatically set*.

* If the telephone line type is not automatically set:

See the e-Manual to set manually.
“Setting Menu List” → “Fax Settings (MF8580Cdw / MF8280Cw Only)” → “Basic Settings” → “Select Line
Type” in the e-Manual

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 Appendix

Loading Paper Other than A4 Size

To load paper other than A4 size, such as A5 or B5, see “Loading Paper” (P. 8) and the following procedure to load
paper and specify the paper size and type.

1
When loading Legal size paper

• Pull out the paper drawer.

• Slide the paper guides, and spread them a little wider Press the lock release lever and adjust the
than the actual paper width. length of the paper drawer.

• After loading paper, slide the side paper guides and the front-center paper guide inward
until they are aligned securely against the edges of the paper.
• Make sure that the paper stack does not exceed the load limit mark.

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 

• Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight a paper size, and

then press [OK].




• Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight <Paper Settings>,

and then press [OK].
• Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight a paper type, and
then press [OK].

• Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight the paper drawer

for which you want to set the paper size and
type, and then press [OK]. Loading Preprinted Paper
“ Loading Preprinted Paper” in the
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Performing Color Correction

It is recommended to perform color correction to obtain optimum copy or printout results.

1 

• Open the feeder or the platen glass cover,

place the adjustment image on the platen
glass with the print side face down, and then
close the feeder or the platen glass cover.
• Make sure that paper is loaded, and then • Place the paper so that the black stripe is at
press [OK]. the back side of the machine.

5
2


• Confirm the procedure for color correction, • When <Finished> is displayed, remove the
and then press [OK]. adjustment image placed on the platen glass
• An adjustment image is printed. in Step 4.

If <Correction failed.> appears:

• Is the paper loaded correctly?
 → Load plain or recycled paper of A4/Letter size in the
paper drawer.
• Is the adjustment image placed on the platen glass
correctly?
→ Place the adjustment image with the print side face
down and the black stripe toward the back of the
machine.
• Has a paper jam occurred?
→ Remove the jammed paper.
If you want to perform color correction again, press ,
and then select the following settings in the following
order.
<Adjustment/Maintenance> → <Auto Adjust Gradation >
→ <Adjust Copy Image>

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Checking the IP Address

You can check the IP address of the machine. Use it when you need to enter the IP address during the configuration
or registration.

1 

• Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight <IP Address>,

and then press [OK].

5
2

• The IP address is displayed. Press [Status

Monitor] to close the screen.

• Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight <Network

Information>, and then press [OK].
Check if the Machine Is Connected to
the Network Correctly
Start a Web browser of the computer that is
connected to the network, enter [http://IP address of
the machine], and then press [ENTER]. (Example:
http://192.168.0.225/)


The screen below (Remote UI) should be displayed.*

• Press [▲] or [▼] to highlight <IPv4>, and

then press [OK].

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Perform Useful Tasks

You can use various functions in this machine. Following functions are the overview of the main functions that you
can use routinely.

Copy Receiving Scanning with [ ]/[ ]

• Receiving in the memory You can simplify the procedure for
Enlarged/Reduced Copies You can store the received documents selecting the destination and making
You can enlarge or reduce standard in the memory. You can print the the scan settings by registering them
size documents to copy on standard stored documents at any time, and if in the keys on the operation panel.
size paper or specify the copy ratio in you do not need them, you can delete
percentage. them. Saving the Documents Using
Operations from a Computer
Collating • Scanning with the MF Toolbox
You can sort copies into sets arranged • Scanning from an Application
in page order.
• Remote Receiving
Documents
Reduced Layout If an external telephone is connected,
You can reduce multiple documents to you can switch to the fax receiving
copy them onto one sheet. mode immediately using the dial
buttons of the telephone during a
2 on 1 4 on 1 Data
phone call.

Saving in a USB Memory

Print You can save scanned documents
in a USB memory connected to the
Copying ID Card Enlarged/Reduced Printing machine.
You can make a copy of a 2-sided Reduced Layout
card onto one side of paper. You can reduce multiple documents to
print them onto one sheet.
Paper Save Copy Network Settings
You can choose the desired copy 2 on 1 4 on 1
settings from the options displayed This machine comes equipped with
when you select [ ] on the a network interface that you can
construct a network environment
operation panel.
easily. If you use the MF8280Cw,
you can connect to the network
Fax* using the wireless LAN. Also you
Poster Printing can print a document, use the PC
Sending a Document Directly Watermark Printing fax (MF8280Cw only), and use the
from a Computer (PC Fax) network scan from all computers
Displaying a Preview before which are connected with the
In addition to the normal sending and
receiving faxes, you can use the PC Printing machine. The machine supports to
fax. increase work efficiency as a shared
Selecting a “Profile” machine in the office.
Sending
You can specify the destinations using Scan
the Address Book, enabling you to
send documents quickly and easily. Saving the Documents Using the Remote UI
Destination search/Favorites list/ Operation Panel of the Machine
Coded dialing/Destination Group/ You can understand the condition
Specifying from the sending history/ Documents
of the machine from the computers
Sequential broadcast on the network. You can access the
machine and manage jobs or specify
various settings via network.
Data

* MF8280Cw Only

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Clearing Paper Jams

If the following screen appears, a paper jam has occurred in the feeder or inside
the machine. Follow the procedure displayed on the screen to remove the jammed
document or paper. This manual indicates only areas where paper jams occur. For
details on the procedures, see the e-Manual.

Feeder (MF8280Cw only) Output area

Paper drawer Manual feed slot

Back side

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Replacing Toner Cartridges

Toner cartridges are consumables. When the toner becomes nearly empty or has run out completely in the middle
of a job run, a message appears on the screen, or the following problems may occur. Take the appropriate action
accordingly.

When a Message Appears

When the toner becomes nearly empty in the middle of a job run, a message appears on the screen.

When the message is

Message Description and solutions
displayed on the screen
Prepare the <Toner The toner cartridge needs a We recommend checking the level of remaining toner and replacing the
Color>* toner replacement soon. cartridge with a new one before printing high-volume documents.
cartridge. e-Manual “Replacing Toner Cartridges”
If this message is displayed, the incoming fax will be stored in the
memory without being printed. Also, reports may not be printed, even if
they are set to be printed automatically.
If <Continue Printing When Toner Is Low> in <RX Print Settings> is set
to <On>, however, printing will be continued, but faxes may fade or blur.
e-Manual “Printing Reports and Lists”
e-Manual “Setting Menu List”
End of Toner Cart. The toner cartridge has If this message does not disappear, replace the toner cartridge. You
Lifetime <Toner reached the end of its life. can continue printing, but the print quality cannot be guaranteed.
Color>* e-Manual “Replacing Toner Cartridges”
End of cart. parts The machine may not print If this message does not disappear, replace the toner cartridge. You
lifetime. Cart. properly because a toner can continue printing, but the print quality may be poor.
replacement cartridge that has reached the e-Manual “Replacing Toner Cartridges”
recommended. end of its lifetime is still in the
<Toner Color>* machine.

* Black, yellow, magenta, or cyan will appear in <Toner Color>.

If Printouts are Poor in Quality

If your printouts begin to show any of the following features, one of your toner cartridges is nearly empty. Replace
the nearly empty toner cartridge even if no message is displayed.

White streaks appear Partially faded Uneven density

Toner smudges and splatters Blank space of originals

appear becomes grayish in printouts

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 Symbols Used in This Manual • Do not place necklaces and other metal objects or
containers filled with liquid on the machine. If foreign
WARNING substances come into contact with electrical parts inside
Indicates a warning concerning operations that may lead to the machine, this may result in a fire or electrical shock.
death or injury to persons if not performed correctly. To use If any of these substances falls into the machine, turn off
the machine safely, always pay attention to these warnings. the power to the machine immediately and contact your
local Canon dealer.
CAUTION • Do not use near any medical equipment. Radio wave
Indicates a caution concerning operations that may lead emitted from this machine may interfere with medical
to injury to persons if not performed correctly. To use the equipments, which may result in serious accidents.
machine safely, always pay attention to these cautions.
CAUTION
IMPORTANT • Do not install the machine in the following locations. Doing
Indicates operational requirements and restrictions. Be so may result in personal injury, fire or electrical shock.
sure to read these items carefully to operate the machine ưư Unstable location
correctly, and avoid damage to the machine or property.
ưư A location subject to excessive vibrations
ưư A location where block the ventilation slots (too close to
Indicates an operation that must not be performed. Read walls, bed, shaggy rug, and other similar objects)
these items carefully, and make sure not to perform the ưư A damp or dusty location
described operations. ưư A location exposed to direct sunlight or an outside place
ưư A location subject to high temperatures
ưư A location near open flames
ưư A location with poor ventilation system
Keys and Buttons Used in This Manual
• Although ozone is generated from the machine during
The following symbols and key names are a few examples of operation, it does not have any affect on the human
how keys to be pressed are expressed in this manual. body. However, if you intend to use the machine for long
periods of time, ensure that the installation location is well
• Operation panel keys:
ventilated.
Key icon
Example: • Do not connect unapproved cables to this machine. Doing
so may result in a fire or an electric shock.

• Display: <Specify the destination.>

• Buttons and items on the computer display: [Preferences] Power Supply

WARNING
• Do not use power cords other than the one provided, as
Illustrations and Displays Used in This Manual this can result in a fire or electrical shock.
• Do not modify or bend the power cord and do not pull on it
Illustrations and displays used in this manual are which of
with great force. Do not place heavy objects on the power
MF8280Cw unless specified.
cord. Damaging the power cord may result in a fire or an
electric shock.
• Do not plug or unplug the power plug with wet hands, as
this can result in electrical shock.
Important Safety Instructions
• Do not use extension cords or multi-plug power strips
Please read the “Important Safety Instructions” in this with this machine. Doing so may result in a fire or electric
manual and in the e-Manual thoroughly before operating the shock.
machine. • Do not bundle up or tie up the power cord in a knot, as this
As these instructions are intended to prevent injury to the can result in a fire or electrical shock.
user and other persons or to prevent destruction of property, • Insert the power plug completely into the AC power outlet.
always pay attention to these instructions and operational Failure to do so can result in a fire or electrical shock.
requirements. • Remove the power plug completely from the power outlet
Please note that you are responsible for all damages caused during a thunder storm. Failure to do may result in a fire,
by failure to follow the directions provided herein, using the electric shock, or malfunction.
device for any purpose for which it was not intended, or
repairs or alterations made by anyone other than a Canon- CAUTION
approved technician.
• Use only a power supply that meets the voltage
requirements listed herein. Failure to do so may result in a
Installation fire or electric shock.
• Do not obstruct the power outlet where this machine is
WARNING connected, so that you can unplug the power cord easily
in an emergency.
• Do not install the machine near flammable substances
such as alcohol-based products or paint thinners. If these
substances come in contact to the electrical parts inside
the machine could ignite these substances and cause a
fire or increase your risk of electric shock.

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 Handling Maintenance and Inspections

WARNING WARNING
• Do not disassemble or modify the machine. There are • Turn off the machine and unplug the power cord from the
high-temperature and high-voltage components inside the outlet before cleaning. Failure to do so may result in a fire
machine which may result in a fi re or electrical shock. or an electric shock.
• Do not allow children to touch or play with the power cord • Unplug the power plug from the power outlet periodically
and cables or internal or electrical parts. Doing so may and clean the area around the base of the power plug’s
result in serious personal injury. metal pins and the power outlet with a dry cloth to remove
• Please contact an authorized Canon dealer if the machine dust and grime. When damp, accumulated dust may
makes an unusual noise, emits an unusual smell, or emits cause short circuiting or fires.
smoke or excessive heat. Continued use may result in a • Use a damp, well wrung-out cloth to clean the machine.
fire or electric shock. Dampen cleaning cloths with water only. Do not use
• Do not use flammable sprays near the machine. If alcohol, benzenes, paint thinners, or other flammable
flammable substances come into contact with electrical substances. If these substances come into contact with
parts inside the machine, this may result in a fire or electric electrical parts inside the machine, this may result in a fire
shock. or electric shock.
• Check the power cord and plug regularly for damage.
CAUTION Check the machine for rust, dents, scratches, cracks,
or excessive heat generation. Use of poorly-maintained
• For your safety, please unplug the power cord if the
equipment may result in a fire or electric shock.
machine will not be used for a long period of time.
• Use caution when opening and closing covers to avoid
injury to your hands. Consumables
• Keep hands and clothing away from the rollers in the
output area. If the rollers catch your hands or clothing, this WARNING
may result in personal injury. • Do not dispose of used toner cartridges in open flames.
• The inside of the machine and the output slot is very This may cause an ignition, and result in burns or fire.
hot during and immediately after use. Avoid contact with • If you accidentally spill or scatter toner, carefully wipe up
these areas to prevent burns. Also, printed paper may be the loose toner with a damp, soft cloth and avoid inhaling
hot immediately after being output, so use caution when any toner dust. Never use a vacuum cleaner to clean up
handling it. Failure to do so may result in burns. loose toner. Doing so may cause a malfunction in the
• The laser beam can be harmful to the human body. The vacuum cleaner or result in a dust explosion due to static
laser beam is confined in the laser scanner unit by a cover, discharge.
so there is no danger of the laser beam escaping during
normal machine operation. Read the following remarks CAUTION
and instructions for safety.
• Keep the toner cartridges and other consumables out of
ưư Never open covers other than those indicated in this
the reach of small children. If toner is ingested, consult a
manual.
physician or poison control center immediately.
ưư Do not remove the caution label attached to the cover of
• Do not attempt to disassemble the toner cartridge. The
the laser scanner unit.
toner may scatter and get into your eyes or mouth. If toner
gets into your eyes or mouth, wash them immediately with
cold water and consult a physician.
• If toner spills from the toner cartridge, avoid inhaling it or
allowing it to come into contact with your skin. If the toner
comes into contact with your skin, wash immediately with
soap. If you inhale the toner or your skin becomes irritated
due to contact with the toner, consult a physician or poison
control center immediately.

ưư If the laser beam should escape and enter your eyes,

exposure may cause damage to your eyes. Others

WARNING
• If you are using a cardiac pacemaker:
This machine generates a low level magnetic field. If
you feel any abnormalities in your body while using this
machine, please move away from the machine and
consult your physician immediately.

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 Legal Notices Legal Limitations on Usage of Your Product
and the Use of Images
Model Names Using your product to scan, print or otherwise reproduce
MF8280Cw (F164702) certain documents, and the use of such images as scanned,
printed or otherwise reproduced by your product, may be
MF8210Cn (F164700)
prohibited by law and may result in criminal and/or civil
liability. A non-exhaustive list of these documents is set
EMC requirements of EC Directive forth below. This list is intended to be a guide only. If you are
uncertain about the legality of using your product to scan,
This equipment conforms with the essential EMC print or otherwise reproduce any particular document, and/
requirements of EC Directive. We declare that this product or of the use of the images scanned, printed or otherwise
conforms with the EMC requirements of EC Directive at reproduced, you should consult in advance with your legal
nominal mains input 230 V, 50 Hz although the rated input of advisor for guidance.
the product is 220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz. Use of shielded cable ưư Paper Money
is necessary to comply with the technical EMC requirements ưư Traveler’s Checks
of EC Directive ưư Money Orders
ưư Food Stamps
Laser Safety Information ưư Certificates of Deposit
ưư Passports
Laser radiation could be hazardous to the human body. For ưư Postage Stamps (canceled or uncanceled)
this reason, laser radiation emitted inside this equipment ưư Immigration Papers
is hermetically sealed within the protective housing and
ưư Identifying Badges or Insignias
external cover. No radiation can leak from the machine in the
ưư Internal Revenue Stamps (canceled or uncanceled)
normal operation of the product by the user.
ưư Selective Service or Draft Papers
This machine is classified as a Class 1 Laser Product under
ưư Bonds or Other Certificates of Indebtedness
IEC 60825-1: 2007, EN60825-1: 2007.
ưư Checks or Drafts Issued by Governmental Agencies
ưư Stock Certificates
220 to 240 V Model ưư Motor Vehicle Licenses and Certificates of Title
The label shown below is attached to the laser scan unit on ưư Copyrighted Works/Works of Art without Permission of
the machine. Copyright Owner
Considerable effort has been made to make sure that
the manuals for the machine are free of inaccuracies and
omissions. However, as we are constantly improving our
products if you need an exact specification, please contact
Canon.

This machine has been classified under IEC 60825-1: 2007,

EN60825-1: 2007 and conforms to the following classes:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1
APPARECCHIO LASER DI CLASSE 1
PRODUCTO LÁSER DE CLASE 1
APARELHO A LASER DE CLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASER-TUOTE
LASERPRODUKT KLASS 1

CAUTION
Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures
other than those specified in the manuals for the machine
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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 Disclaimers Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Server
The information in this document is subject to change are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
without notice. CANON INC. MAKES NO WARRANTY Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL, All other product and brand names are registered
EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED trademarks, trademarks or service marks of their respective
HEREIN, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, owners.
THEREOF, WARRANTIES AS TO MARKETABILITY,
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INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,
No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into
NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM
any language or computer language in any form or by any
THE USE OF THIS MATERIAL.
means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical,
manual, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of
Trademarks
Canon Inc.
Canon, the Canon logo, and imageCLASS are registered
trademarks of Canon Inc. in the United States and may also
be trademarks or registered trademarks in other countries.

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 Entering Text
During the setup or initial configuration, you may need to
enter letters and numbers. Use [▲], [▼], [◀], [▶], numeric
keys, , , and [OK] to enter text.

OK Numeric Clear
▼▲◀ ▶ keys, *, #

Entry Mode (See below on how to change the Entry mode)

Numeric Key
<A> <a> <12>

@.-_/ 1

ABC abc 2

DEF def 3

GHI ghi 4

JKL jkl 5

MNO mno 6

PQRS pqrs 7

TUV tuv 8

WXYZ wxyz 9

(Not available) 0

(space) @ . / - _ ! ? & $ % # ( ) [ ] { } < > * + = " , ; : ' ^ ` | \ ~ (Not available)

Changing the Entry Mode Entering a Space

The machine supports three entry modes: <A> Move the cursor to the end of the text, and then
for uppercase, <a> for lowercase, and <12> for press [▶].
numbers. Press <A/a/12> or to change the
entry mode.
Deleting Characters
Press to delete characters.
Moving the Cursor
Press and hold to delete all characters.
Press [◀] or [▶] to move the cursor.

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