Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer
The Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance Wireless Photo All-In-One Printer features a high resolution of 9600 x 2400dpi, a print head putting out a minimum color droplet size of 1 picoliter and a 5 individual ink tank system. Combined with ChromaLife 100+ inks and Canon Photo Papers, the MP560 prints photos up to 8.5 x 11" with vivid colors or sharp text.
The MP560 boasts computer-free photo printing via compatible memory cards, USB Flash Memory Drives, PictBridge and optional Bluetooth wireless devices. With wireless connectivity the Pixma MP560 can operate from anywhere within range.
The MP560 has an Auto Photo Fix II feature which automatically adjusts and corrects photos. Images can be previewed before they are printed on a 2.0" LCD display. An Easy Scroll Wheel makes function selection easy to select the function of choice. With Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology copies maintain the integrity of the original and the Auto Scan Mode automatically recognizes the type of original being scanned and saves it with the appropriate settings.
- High Resolution
- With the resolution of 9600 x 2400dpi maximum color the MP560 outputs photos and documents showing a high degree of detail. 1
- High Performance Individual Ink System
- The MP560's 5-color ink system consists of 4 dye-based inks plus a pigment-based black ink, producing photos and crisp, laser-quality text. It saves you money on ink because only depleted ink tanks need to be replaced.
- ChromaLife100+
- The ChromaLife 100+ system combines enhanced FINE print head technology with select genuine Canon photo papers and inks for borderless photos that will last up to 300 years when stored in an archival-quality photo album. 2
- Automatic Duplexing
- With the Automatic Duplexing feature, two-sided printing becomes effortless, leaving just creativity in the balance. Plus, there is a time and paper-saving benefit to its use.
- 2.0-Inch LCD Screen
- The 2.0" LCD display enables viewing, selection, and editing capabilities for your images. A computer is not required.
- Wireless Connectivity
- Print and scan wirelessly from any Wi-Fi or Bluetooth-enabled computer. Wireless networking with multiple computers working from one PIXMA MP560 is also possible. Wireless printing requires a working Ethernet network with wireless 802.11b/g capability. 3
- Computer-Free Operation
- The MP560 operates without a computer using compatible memory cards and built-in card slots. With a PictBridge connection photos can be printed directly from a USB flash memory drive, digital camera, DV camcorder or from a PictBridge and USB equipped mobile phone. Printing images from Bluetooth-enabled devices is enabled with the Canon BU-30 wireless Bluetooth unit (not included). 4
- Auto Photo Fix II
- This built-in technology automatically categorizes images into one of five types - Portrait, Scenery, Night Scenery, Snapshot with Scenery, and Snapshot with Night Scenery - then applies optimal image and multi-zone exposure correction.
- Easy Scroll Wheel
- Easily and quickly access and select the various features available for faster operation with the Easy Scroll Wheel.
- Auto Scan Mode
- In the Auto Scan Mode the MP560 recognizes the type of original you are scanning and saves it with the appropriate settings. For network users, Auto Scan Mode is only available when scanning to a computer using MP Navigator EX software.
- Quick Start
- After pressing the power button the MP560 starts up right away inputting commands can begin in seconds. Full operation is also possible in a much shorter time.
- 2-Way Paper Feeding
- With 2-way paper feeding paper is loaded from the front cassette or rear tray feature lets you load paper from the front cassette or rear tray.
- Dual Color Gamut Technology
- The MP560's built-in Dual Color Gamut technology automatically optimizes copy quality based on the type of original being copied to help your copies stay true to the original.
- Energy Star Qualified
- Energy Star qualified products and practices help you save money and reduce greenhouse emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy.
| Printing Technology | Color Inkjet |
| Maximum Resolution |
Black: 600 x 600dpi Color: 9600 x 2400dpi 1 Please Note:Resolution may vary based on printer driver setting close |
| Print Speed |
4 x 6" borderless photo: approx. 39 sec ESAT Black: Approx. 9.2 ipm10 ESAT Color: Approx. 6.0 ipm10 2 Please Note:Print speed measured as soon as first page begins to feed into printer close |
| Depth | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Print Method |
Inkjet Print Head Nozzles: Black: 320 Color: 2048 |
| Minimum Ink Droplet Size | 1, 2, 5pl |
| Ink Cartridges |
CLI-221 Color Dye-based Ink Tanks (individual C,M,Y,K) (420 pages each color) PGI-220 Black Pigment-based Ink Tank Standard Yield (420 pages) |
| Ink Palette | Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Pigment Black |
| Ink Cartridge Configuration |
1 x Black 1 x Each Color (C,M,Y,G) |
| Pitch | Minimum: 1/9600" |
| Input Buffer | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Printer Duty Cycle | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Print Archival Life |
300 years when stored in an archival-quality photo album
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Please Note:Canon cannot guarantee the longevity of prints; results may vary depending on printed image, drying time, display/storage conditions and environmental factors close |
| Printer Language | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Printing | Features: Auto Duplex Print, Auto Photo Fix II, Borderless Printing11Calendar Print, Document Printing, ID Photo Print, Photo Index Sheet, Photo Direct Print (Memory Card/Camera/USB Flash Memory), Photo Printing, Template Print |
| Paper Capacity | Input Tray: up to 150 sheets |
| Scanner | |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | CIS (Contact Image Sensor) |
| Scanner Type | Flatbed |
| Optical Resolution | 2400 x 4800dpi |
| Interpolated Resolution | 19,200 x 19,200dpi |
| Color Depth | 48-bit internal/24-bit external |
| Light Source | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Reflective Scan Area | 8.5 x 11.7" |
| Transparency Scan Area | N/A |
| Scan Modes |
Auto Scan Mode, Gutter Shadow Correction, Network Scan, Push Scan, Scan to Memory
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Please Note:For network users, Auto Scan Mode is only available when scanning at a computer using MP Navigator EX software and selecting the 1-click feature then "save to PC" close |
| Copier | |
|---|---|
| Copy Speed |
Color: Approx. 26 sec
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Please Note:Copy speed is measured after the first page is ejected. Output speed will vary depending upon a number of factors close |
| Copy Resolution | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Reduction/Enlargement | 25 - 400% |
| Copy Features | 4-in-1 / 2-in-1, Auto Exposure / Intensity Copy, Face Brightener / Fading Correction, Fit-to-Page, Gutter Shadow Correction Copy, Image Repeat, Intensity, Manual Color Adjustment, Masking Copy, Multiple Copy: 1-99 Pages, Photo Reprint, Preset Copy Ratios, Trimming Copy, Zoom |
| Paper Handling | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Paper Width | 8.5" |
| Maximum Printable Area | 8.5 x 10" |
| Paper Sizes |
4 X 6" to 8.5 x 10" Legal U.S. #10 envelopes 6 Please Note:Although this letter-size printer takes legal-size paper, the software drivers are not written to support legal-size photos close |
| Borderless Photo Sizes |
4 x 6" 5 x 7" 8.5 x 10" Letter U.S. #10 envelopes |
| Paper Types |
Photo Paper Pro Platinum Photo Paper Pro II Photo Paper Plus Glossy II Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss Photo Paper Glossy Matte Photo Paper |
| Maximum Paper Thickness | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Special Media Support | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Computer Interface |
USB 2.0 Wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g,7 also compatible with IEEE802.11n) Bluetooth v2.05 (Optional) Card Slots Hi-Speed USB PictBridge (Cable not included) |
| Compatible Memory Cards |
SD Memory Card, SDHC, MultiMediaCard (v4.1), MultiMediaCard Plus (v4.1), CompactFlash Card, Microdrive, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo With the addition of a special adapter sold separately: miniSD Card, miniSDHC, microSD Card, microSDHC, RS-MMC (v4.1), Memory Stick Micro, xD-Picture Card, xD-Picture Card (Type M), and xD-Picture Card (Type H) |
| Direct Print Capable | Yes |
| Network Capable | Yes |
| PostScript Support | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| System & Software Requirements |
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 in Windows Vista or XP Mac OS X v10.3.9 to v10.5.x (10.6 is available via download) 7 Please Note:Not included on installation CD. Requires Internet connection during installation close |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Image Preview Display | 2.0" LCD |
| Power Requirements |
110-120VAC 50/60Hz Energy Star Compliant |
| Miscellaneous | Wi-Fi Lamp, 2-Way Paper Feeding, 2.0" LCD, Auto Sheet Feeder, Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology, Easy-Scroll Wheel, Self-Opening Output Tray, Quick Start |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.9 x 14.5 x 6.3" (454.66 x 368.3 x 160.02mm) |
| Weight | 17.8 lb (8.52 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 86 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (82)
- Easy to setup (71)
- Great print quality (57)
- Reliable (44)
- Compact (42)
Cons
- Large footprint (11)
- Slow operation (7)
- Hard setup (3)
Best Uses
- Graphics & charts (36)
- Professional documents (33)
- Dorm room (24)
- Workgroups (18)
- Black & white documents (10)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (55), Infrequent user (19), Heavy duty user (8)
- Primary use:
- Personal (67), Business (15)
Most Liked Positive Review
Better than she thought it would be
Holy cow was that wasy to set up, I spent more time clearing out a space for it to live than I did getting my first document to print.
Link it to...Read complete review
Holy cow was that wasy to set up, I spent more time clearing out a space for it to live than I did getting my first document to print.
Link it to your WiFi and tell Windows 7 there's a network printer out there and you're good to go!
Bonus:
You can scan multiple documents into a PDF file and store them on a Flash Memory card or USB Drive. Major bonus!
5 ink tanks mean black prints are totaly separate from color now.
Duplex printing for those that don't get it, it can print on both sides of the page without you having to touch anything. I was SUPER happy that it can do that.
One wire, just power, true 'put it anywhere' ability. I just love that.
Prints really nice compared to our old Canon i320 and Brother MFC-420cn, still need to try out the photo printing though, will update when I do.
Scary: the paper eject door will automagically open when you print, so you can keep the pleasant look with it closed and not have to kick yourself in the face for forgetting to open it.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good Printer NOT Bluetooth Compatible
I bought this printer expecting to use the wireless feature. Contrary to what the specs say online - there is no option to use bluetooth. The printer does not come with a USB cable,...Read complete review
I bought this printer expecting to use the wireless feature. Contrary to what the specs say online - there is no option to use bluetooth. The printer does not come with a USB cable, so I had to buy one. Also, the WIFI on this printer will only connect with a router, which means you cannot network directly from your computer to the printer.
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- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
I use this printer as much for scanning as for printing. Both functions work well. The copy function also works well. Quality and speed are more than adequate and the price made this model hard to beat.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
These have come down considerably since I first researched a new printer. $80 from B&H was too tough to pass up! I use my printer very often for my business and so far, I'm not at all disappointed. Easy to set up and running. I must say that my main uses are B&W so I haven't really tested the color quality yet.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Low Ink Consumption
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
- Photos
- Professional Documents
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
I use this for every day printing. It is a great printer and the wireless feature is fantastic. We have 3 computers and it is great to be able to all print to it. I would recommend this to my friends and family.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
Purchased this printer for occasional home use. Easy to set up wireless function. No problems with printing.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
- Photos
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
We researched this out before buying and are very pleased with the printer, the customer support and the company from whom we purchased it.
We haven't yet tried all the features, but those we've tried are great. Looking forward to good use for a very reasonable price.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Double sided copying
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Wireless networking
Cons
- Flimsy Construction
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Photos
- Professional Documents
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
I'm in love with this printer. After browsing other reviews and deciding upon the perfect wireless networking printer, I found the Pixma MP560. And, it's everything everyone said it was!
My favorite part is the paper tray on the bottom. It could be a little deeper to hold more paper, but it's concealed, so there's no need for paper sticking out of the top of the printer. Also, the double-sided printing feature makes printing two-sided copy so easy. There's no guessing which end is up. Just select the feature, and voila!
Networking was very easy. Out of the box, we were up and running with two laptops print-ready in about 20 minutes. A must have for anyone who needs a printer.
The scan lid could be a little more sturdy.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
The Pixma MP560 printer is a welcome step up from and older Canon pixma series printer I had for 10 years. The speed and color rendition for a lower priced printer are quite nice. Be careful with the bottom paper tray - it's a little flimsy.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Durable construction
Cons
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
Its a sharp machine, but I have trouble getting the jobs printed. I am not sure if its the wifi connection or not. But often its hit or miss when I click print. Set up was kind of a pain.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
- Photos
- Professional Documents
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
had this printer about a month. took about 15 mins to set it up as a true 100% wireless printer. works great. no problems at all. printing quality looks great so far. i mainly use for regular printing and scanning. havent really tried printing hi-quality photos yet. love the wireless feature....i can hide it in a closet and be clutter free!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Low Ink Consumption
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
High quality all-in-one printer at very good price. Wireless set up quick and easy. Small footprint and looks good too. Great for a student dorm or any setting where space is at a premium. Very satisfied.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
I was looking for a wireless computer that would work with my Macbook. Totally worth it. The printer was [...] simple to set up. I just followed the instructions provided and I was able to utilize the printer for copying and scanning. Wireless was easily set up (know your password and network name).
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
The time to print the first page seems longer than my HP, but acceptable. I really like the efficency of the compact design. It seems to require a stronger WiFi signal than my router generates. Not the printers fault. I am rather happy so far with this unit.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable construction
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Very Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
- Photos
- Professional Documents
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
I've only had this printer for a couple of weeks and haven't used it much, but so far it seems great. The scanning software is well designed and works fine with Mac OS 10.4.11 The printer seems well built and sturdy with very clean printing. The set-up was a bit more complicated then i've experienced with other printers, but the design seems very well thought out. Also, it is very quiet, much quieter than my previous HP printer/scanner. So far i like it a lot.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
- Photos
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
I have only had HP printers in the past. This time I wanted a printer that was wireless( I am so sick of wires everywhere!) This printer had great reviews, so I decided to give it a try.
The setup instructions were easy to understand and I am NOT technically savvy. I really like that there are 5 ink cartridges. My old HP had a color and black cartridge and they ran out very quickly.
The colors are vibrant and the color page I printed of a motorcycle drawing was great.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Large Footprint
Best Uses
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
This is a great printer. After setting it up, which was easy, I just installed the drivers and I was printing. The only problem was getting the correct drivers, which meant going to the Canon's website. I can even print from a virtual machine at the same time.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Durable construction
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Fast Print Time
- Reliable
Cons
- Large Footprint
Best Uses
- Black & white Documents
- Graphics & Charts
- Photos
- Professional Documents
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
It is especially useful to scan without using the computer - very helpful
Two cons:1) the scanning offers only 2 file-types for saving (jpeg and pdf);
2) using the MPNavigator EX, there is a factor to OCR a document, but, apparently, no OCR program was installed.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Fast Operation
- Great Print Quality
- Reliable
Cons
- Hard Setup
Best Uses
- Dorm Room
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
Seems to be working great. Set up was a pain with the wheel to fill in settings and codes instead of a keyboard, but otherwise after a few tries it worked. My pc and mac both print to the device with no problems. I have no complaints with this printer which I got at a great price. Have not tried printing photos yet, but couldn't be any worse than the last canon mx310 I had which did an ok job with photos but had problems with printing the correct color.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Reliable
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Dorm Room
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
Great printer with a reasonable price. [...] Overall I recommend buying this printer from B&H!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Dorm Room
- Professional Documents
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
Easy install. Didn't even need instructions to install.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy Setup
- Easy To Use
- Great Print Quality
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Graphics & Charts
- Professional Documents
Comments about Canon Pixma MP560 High-Performance All-In-One Wireless Printer:
Good quality copies and photos. Able to print from more that one computer. Very easy set-up.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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Cables & Adapters
- Price: $46.95
Ink Cartridges
- Price: $39.95
Photo Paper
- Price: $9.17
Surge Protectors
- Price: $6.50
What's in the Box
- PGI-220 Black Ink Tank
- CLI-221 Cyan Ink Tank
- CLI-221 Magenta Ink Tank
- CLI-221 Yellow Ink Tank
- CLI-221 Black Ink Tank
- Power Cord
- Print Head
- Sample Media (4 x 6" x 5 sheets)
- Documentation Kit (includes Cross Sell Sheet, Getting Started, Important Information Sheet, Network Troubleshooting Guide, and Safety Environment Information)
- Setup Software & User's Guide CD-ROM
- 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty
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