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  1. ruffin

    CLI8 Resetter problem

    I too had problem resetting with Redsetter device (original). I discovered simple solution was to wipe CHIP contacts with rubbing alcohol , just once over with saturated piece of paper towel and then drying with paper towel. Works every time, with no mucking around. Just insert cartridge and...
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    Canon Pixma IP4300 Which Inks ??

    Image Specialist ink works great in my IP4300. Must be very close to Canon OEM. Actually, I cannot see any difference. Since you are in UK, give Martin a try at Octo Inkjet at http://www.octoink.co.uk/categories/Bulk-Ink/Canon-Compatible/ Good Luck with your 4300. Its a great printer for my...
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    new ip4300

    State ur price? Im all ears!!!
  4. ruffin

    Empty OEM Canon carts : Worth offering?

    Martin its a Great idea! I could also use two or three CLI-8BK empties. Would be convenient to order thru Octoinkjet with other needles and caps. Shipping cost would be all inclusive. Will keep watch of the "Store". Regards
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    Ink - BCI 6 and 3eBK - best source for bulk inks - no clog

    Get the squeeze bottles and scabbards from Octoinkjet. Martin will sell you SquEasyFill bottles, either 100 ml or 250 ml size, complete with blunt needles and scabbards and appropriately color coded screw on caps. See the different sets here...
  6. ruffin

    What a month...

    Hi Martin. Tell us more about the new improved bottle design. How about a picture. Best Regards
  7. ruffin

    refilling using squeeze bottles - w/pics and video(new)

    Binkie: You are missing the boat if you dont get the squeeze bottles and scabbards from Octoinkjet. Martin will sell you SquEasyFill bottles, either 100 ml or 250 ml size, complete with blunt needles and scabbards and appropriately color coded screw on caps. See the different sets here...
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    Chip resetter for Canon 220/221 and 520/521 cartridges

    Here is a Sudhaus resetter for about $40 on EBAY from Germany: http://cgi.ebay.com/Chip-Resetter-Canon-MP560-MP640-MP-560-MP-640-/390169720611?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CamerasPhoto_Printers_Printers_JN&hash=item5ad7ed7723 Regards
  9. ruffin

    Artisan 800 pulls multiple papers at a time

    Your link is broken. You might look at the paper weight of that that you are using. I haven Canon inkjet printers and Canon recommends the following: "Weight 64 to 105 gsm (17 to 28 lb) (plain paper except for genuine Canon media) Do not use heavier or lighter paper (except for genuine Canon...
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    Changing Canon OEM colors with Hobbicolors UW-8 * ONE BY ONE * scans

    Marceltho: Please dont remove your color study project. It is indeed very useful info and I for one appreciate your efforts. Anxiously await your add-ons as you replace colors. Thank you for allowing this forum to have benefit of your findings. Best Regards
  11. ruffin

    Problems refilling HP350 & HP 351

    Perhaps these tutorial movies will help you: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-zNyAOypDo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaKtaV1rHAk&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpO8rZsnfJk&feature=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ybj4awp_1ic&feature=related
  12. ruffin

    Free Photo Editing Software

    Picasa is King for me. See these tutorial movies: http://www.youtube.com/PicasaCommunity http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drf6OTywF6E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuNjY6Zq6Cw http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFSFkh-W5K8 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKmUA0KbaLk And many more on Youtube...
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    Printing borderless vs border photos

    I have both options to print border or borderless photos with my IP4300 or MP600 and Picasa or Irfanview software. I prefer borderless photos, however Im concerned as to whether printers might overprint the photo paper stock and leave ink residue within the printer. Is it safer to stick with...
  14. ruffin

    CLI-8 PGI-5 Top Refill Question

    I know that most use the Durchstich refill method. However, I have chosen the top refill method. Some refill movies specify that one must stop refill process when ink level rises to height of bottom sponge. Then seal the air vent and continue filling to top of cartridge. Other movies make no...
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    Newbie - Canon MP780 do I need CD to install?

    Get these drivers from here: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=123&modelid=10444#DownloadDetailAct MP780 MP Driver Ver. 600a for Windows XP MP780 MP Driver Ver. 6.0 updater (Windows XP/2000) My Printer Ver. 2.3.0 (Windows 7/7 x64/Vista/Vista64/XP/2000)...
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    German "Durchstich" refill method for the PGI-520/CLI-521 cartridges

    Photofan: Just rinse out the magenta tank if you refill from top. Let warm water run thru fill hole on top for five minutes. If you use Durchstich fill method, then purge thru ink outlet port on bottom. You can find photos of hose apparatus for this purpose here in the forum. Otherwise...
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    German "Durchstich" refill method for the PGI-520/CLI-521 cartridges

    You need to tell us what printer or type of cartridges you use. You can not swap cartridges in later model Canon printers. Info on this forum indicates the chips are different for each cartridge type. So black ink must be used in a Canon black cartridge. And the black cartridge must be install...
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    German "Durchstich" refill method for the PGI-520/CLI-521 cartridges

    Squeeze bottles use Luer Lok needles (twist until tight). Octoink has nice assortment here: http://www.octoink.co.uk/categories/Spares%2C-Parts-%26-Tools/Syringes%2C-needles%2C-luer-fittings/ Needles with scabbards (airtight needle caps) come with their bottle kits. You can specify 2" or...
  19. ruffin

    Canon MP700 - "Wrong Cartridge" error message - won't print

    Be sure cartridges are replaced in exactly same position. You cannot place a CYAN cartridge where the Yellow cartridge belongs. They are not interchangeable. Refer to your manual for correct placement. Sounds like you may have mixed them up. Regards
  20. ruffin

    German "Durchstich" refill method for the PGI-520/CLI-521 cartridges

    Rockslide: Just rinse out your syringes with hot water. You should do that anyway, even if you have syringes for each color. You may find pigment ink a bit tougher to rinse. Yes, you must visually check ink levels periodically. How often to check levels, depends on usage. Perhaps checking...
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