Canon PIXMA MP560 Wireless Inkjet All-In-One Photo Printer (3747B002) | 
| Brand: Canon
Category: CE
List Price: $149.99
Buy New: $80.00
as of 3/18/2010 11:26 CDT details
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Rating:  178 reviews
Format: CD
Media: Electronics
Memorabilia: No
Operating System: N/A
Shipping Weight (lbs): 25
Dimensions (in): 17.9 x 14.5 x 6.3
MPN: 3747B002
Model: 3747B002
UPC: 013803110067
EAN: 0013803110067
ASIN: B002GP7Z6Y
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| | Keep it Green - Built-in 2-sided printing helps the environment and cuts your paper usage by 50% | | | Amazingly compact printer with both wireless and built-in 2-sided printing | | | Maximum 9600 x 2400 color dpi2 for exceptional photo quality | | | Use the new “Auto Photo Fix II” to automatically adjust and correct your photos | | | Easily print your photos from compatible memory cards3 and USB Flash drives |
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Product Description
At last a compact, high-performance inkjet photo all in one with built-in Wireless and Auto Duplex Printing has arrived! The PIXMA MP560 Inkjet Photo All-In-One Printer lets you easily print from anywhere around the house enjoying incredible 9600 x 2400 maximum color dpi with a minimum color droplet size of 1pl and a 5 individual ink tank system. So, you can print beautiful borderless photos up to 8.5" x 11" or crisp, clean documents and enjoy incredible quality. The PIXMA MP560 Wireless Inkjet Photo All-In-One perfectly blends performance and convenience. Its built-in two-sided printing can save you paper and help the environment so you can be efficient and eco-friendly, all at the same time. The new Auto Photo Fix II feature automatically adjusts and helps to correct your photos, and you can preview images before you print on its built-in 2.0" LCD. Plus, quickly access and select the function of your choice with the Easy Scroll Wheel. Making copies? No problem. Dual Color Gamut Processing Technology enables your copies to maintain the integrity of the original. For the scanner in you, the Auto Scan Mode automatically recognizes the type of original you are scanning and saves it with the appropriate settings. For added versatility, enjoy computer-free photo printing options via compatible memory cards, USB Flash Memory Drives, PictBridge and optional Bluetooth wireless devices. Output Tray Capacity 4 x 6, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, Letter, Legal, U.S. #10 envelopes Copier - Copy Speed (up to) FCOT Color - Approx. 26 seconds Reductions Enlargement - 25% - 400% Scanner - Scanner Type - Flatbed Max. Resolutions - Optical 2400 x 4800 dpi, Interpolated 19,200 x 19,200 dpi Color Depth 48-bit internal/24-bit external Max. Document Size 8.5 x 11.7 General Specifications - OS Compatibility - Windows Vista/XP/2000 and Mac OS X v10.3.9 to v10.5.x In the box - PIXMA MP560
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 GREAT Printer for the money March 16, 2010
S. Green (FL)
I really like this printer. It prints good quality photos on Canon Photo Paper Plus Glossy II and also Staples Photo Plus Glossy Paper (which is less expensive). The only problem I have had printing pics is with greens. I have found that if the green in the photo is not a bright green, I have to saturate the green in the photo to get a nice print. The printer is a little slow when printing but very quiet. I have found that Amazon has the best price on the ink cartridges. I print all my own photos now--even the ones I sell.
 So far so good. March 15, 2010
Dennis L. Goethe (Durand, IL)
The printer was easy to install and set up for wireless networking. (Running Vista Home Premium.) Print quality is good as expected. Still waiting to see how expensive it is to keep it supplied with ink. Past printers, Brother, HP, Lexmark and Cannons seemed to be quite "thirsty" and consumed ink even when not in use. I like the fact that this model has a separate ink tank for printing black text and another black for use with pictures.
Very Capable Printer / Highly Recommended March 15, 2010
R. Sonmez (Cambridge, MA USA)
Setup was just a breeze even though entering the wireless network password on the printer was not too much fun. Not needing a USB cable is priceless and basically you can put your printer anywhere in your room without restricting you with one of those USB cables. Print quality is as good as it gets with inkjet printers. The fact that you have 5 different cartridges help in the long run in terms of the ink prices and also the overall print quality. With the canon photo paper, the result is amazing. I's definitely recommend this to anyone needing a compact printer/scanner and under $100 this is definitely a steal.
I'm pretty impressed, except for the ink cost. March 13, 2010
dsrussell (Corona, CA. United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you are new to inkjet printers (like I am) you might want to take the time and read this long review. If inkjets are old hat, just ignore this review.
This is my first inkjet color printer (I have a laser printer I use for text, which is the only way to go if you print a lot of text). The Canon PIXMA mp560 is a fairly nice looking printer, but nothing I'd write home about. When all closed up, it looks more like a small suitcase than a printer (about 17" w x 6" h x 15" d). You'll add another 6 inches in height with the rear paper feeder extended (not including the paper itself) and perhaps 3 inches to its depth. It came packaged well, but there was a lot of tape stuck everywhere one could possibly look.
Setting it up and putting the ink cartridges in does take some time for a novice user like myself, but it is pretty straight forward and the instructions were easy to follow. I hooked it up with a USB printer cable (not supplied, but I have a few on hand). I may or may not mess with the wi-fi setup, even though that was one of the functions I initially wanted. I installed the provided Canon software and everything seems to be working properly. I run Mac OS 10.5.8 (Leopard).
The 560 has a small 2-inch LCD screen that one can use. The controls seem logical and it was pretty simple to poke around and see how they work. However, I doubt I'll use it much. I use the supplied software for the Mac (although it is surprisingly slow and has a few minor bugs -- settings sometimes don't take or don't always function the way they should). The few times I printed text, I just hit command P. I checked the print quality on text (just out of curiosity) and it looked surprisingly good. I also liked that the front door of the receiving tray opens up automatically when you print anything. Pretty nifty.
I really didn't need an all-in-one (AOI) printer, but the price difference was only 15 bucks (at the time) vs the PIXMA ip4700 I was looking at. The scanner is suppose to be 2400 x 4800 dpi, so I scanned a 5 x 7 photo and printed it on 4 x 6 glossy paper (on vivid setting) and I thought it turned out great, which indicated to me that this printer does indeed scan at high resolutions. It surprised me so much that perhaps I will use the scanner more than I ever anticipated. Just be aware that there is no FAX function, or bluetooth capability (bluetooth is a 50 buck add-on).
I also ran a few tests on photographs my son emailed me (the main reason anyone buys this type of printer is for photos). At its default setting, the pictures were decent, but a bit washed out. However, on the vivid setting, these photos were quite impressive (just like the scanned photo), at least I was very happy with them (Canon supplies a few sheets of their photo glossy paper and it's really nice paper). As far as the print speed goes, that was not one of my biggest concerns. I think the 4 x 6 photos printed out in a reasonable time (although prep is a little slow), and I liked that the printer starts up quickly after being turned off. Now if I was a heavy user, I might think differently, especially if I were printing out 8 x 10s. I do think it's too slow for text, but that's comparing it with my laser printer (which one shouldn't do). Besides, I use this inkjet for only the occasional photograph or printing out an occasional CD cover and insert, and not for text. I also found this printer surprisingly quiet as it is printing. When preparing to print, mechanically it will make noise (same as when scanning), but actual printing is another matter.
Printing photos to standard bond paper is a no-no. Hey, I knew it was, but I was testing as many things as possible concerning this printer. The picture came out fuzzy and washed out. Printed on glossy paper, it prints out great (as I mentioned above).
This being my first inkjet (or Canon product), I had a hard time locating the front paper cassette. I was surprised when I stumble onto it. It pulls out from the bottom front of the unit (yes, the directions show this, but I was having one of those "duh" moments). I read where it is suppose to hold 80 sheets of paper (or 150 sheets depending upon the professional review one reads). Perhaps 80 might be correct, but I doubt 150 sheets. Personally, I wouldn't go more than 50 sheets of 24 lb. bond. I like that the front cassette is hidden from view (it's nice not to have a paper cassette sticking out). It also comes with a rear feeder for thicker paper stock (photo paper or card stock) and 8-1/2 x 14 inch paper (legal size). Having two different sources to print from is a nice feature.
This printer also has duplex printing capability. Well, it's more of a novelty really, because it is extremely slow printing this way. But if you have the time, this machine will do it for you without problems. Just go out and have a cup of coffee while it's printing (maybe even two if it's a fairly long document). And whether one uses standard paper, thicker high gloss paper, or even card stock (I tested it on 110 lb. card stock), this printer works without paper jamming. I will say that it pulled in the last two sheets of photo paper when it should have taken only one (but it did not jam). I also waited several days before I printed anything again. I wanted to see if the ink heads dried out a bit, but I had no problem with it. This machine does test the ink heads, which will no doubt use up ink far more rapidly.
All-in-all, a nicely designed and inexpensive multi-function printer that more than meets my meager needs and expectations. And because this Canon does so many things well, I give the 560 a 7 out of 10 (or a marginal 4-star rating). With reasonable ink prices, I'd up this rating to perhaps a marginal 5 stars. Just realize that I have no idea how it compares to other brands or even to other Canons.
I guess the biggest downside for me was to learn that I couldn't pop in a USB flash drive (the connection ports in front are different, so I'm not sure what the write up talks about as far as USB flash drives). And while the front ports are hidden and gives the printer a nice clean look (the ports are deeply recessed behind a small panel), one needs a flashlight to connect anything. I also suspect for those that don't have a laser printer, the print speeds for text may be an issue, especially if you want to print both sides of a sheet of paper. I also realize that for those who heavily use an inkjet printer, ink costs will be another big issue (one full set of 5 ink cartridges will cost around 60 percent of the price of the printer -- one professional reviewer called it larceny), but that's probably typical of most inkjet printers. BTW, I thought people were kidding when they said that when the printer runs out of ink, just buy a new printer (they are not far from wrong).
EDIT: Hey, I found the USB port. It's much easier to access than the other interface connectors (it's under the connector panel/door). Good grief, I've had this printer for several weeks and just now spotted it. So I now give this printer an 8 out of 10 (still 4 stars, but a solid 4 stars).
Great Printer at a Great Price March 13, 2010
Sharmian L. White (Oak Hill, VA United States)
I've had a Canon printer previously, so I expected good things. I wasn't disappointed. You can't beat the features and quality of this unit for the price. It is sturdily made, not one of those flimsy things. It has a flip up LCD screen and navigational buttons. You can plug in your digital camera or you can put the camera cards into the machine to print out pictures. It's wireless, of course, which is great. It also copies and scans, and you have the option of scanning into .pdf format, which is cool. It can duplex also, though I think you have to flip the paper for that, like it prints all the odd pages then you flip and it prints the even sides. I have a printer at work that prints on both sides without having to flip, but for the price, I can't complain. I've never had a problem with the wireless connection. The unit is on the top floor, as is my router, but I can print out things sitting in the basement with my laptop. Printing is extremely quiet; occasionally I'm not sure the document actually printed, but it did, I just didn't hear it, even though sitting in the room. My favorite thing with Cannon is how each color of ink is separate, so you just buy what you need. And, my inks have lasted a long time. I'm totally happy with the purchase.
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