Ready to unlock the power of wireless printing directly from your iPad to your Canon TS3322 printer? Say goodbye to cables and hello to convenience! This comprehensive guide will walk you through every step of the process, ensuring a smooth and successful connection. Let's get started!
Step 1: Prepare Your Canon TS3322 Printer for Wireless Connection
Before we dive into your iPad settings, we need to make sure your Canon TS3322 is ready to join your Wi-Fi network. This is the crucial first step to enabling wireless printing.
- Power On Your Printer: Ensure your Canon TS3322 printer is plugged in and turned on. The power indicator light should be illuminated.
- Check for Ink and Paper: While not directly related to the connection process, it's always a good idea to ensure you have sufficient ink and paper loaded. Nothing's worse than getting connected only to realize you can't print!
- Locate the Wireless Button: On your Canon TS3322, look for a button that typically has an icon resembling a Wi-Fi signal or a series of radiating waves. This is often labeled as the "Wireless" or "Wi-Fi" button.
Step 2: Connect Your Printer to Your Wi-Fi Network
Now comes the part where your printer "finds" your home Wi-Fi network. The Canon TS3322 usually offers a couple of methods for this.
Method 2a: Standard Connection (WPS Button)
This is often the easiest and quickest method if your Wi-Fi router has a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button.
- Press and Hold the Wireless Button on Your Printer: On your Canon TS3322, press and hold the Wireless button (the one you identified in Step 1) until the Wireless lamp starts flashing. Release the button.
- Locate the WPS Button on Your Router: Within the next two minutes, go to your Wi-Fi router and press the WPS button. This button is usually clearly labeled and may have a similar Wi-Fi icon.
- Wait for Connection: The Wireless lamp on your printer should continue to flash, indicating it's searching. Once a connection is established, the Wireless lamp will stop flashing and remain steadily lit. This signifies a successful connection to your Wi-Fi network.
Method 2b: Standard Connection (Manual Setup via Printer's Screen/Buttons - if applicable)
If your router doesn't have a WPS button, or if the WPS method fails, you'll need to manually select your network. Note: The Canon TS3322 is a basic model and might not have a full LCD screen for complex network selection. If it doesn't, you might need to use the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app later for this, or refer to your printer's manual for specific button sequences.
- Consult Your Printer Manual: For the Canon TS3322, you might need to use a combination of buttons on the printer (like the "Setup" or "Menu" button along with arrow keys) to navigate to network settings. Refer to your printer's physical manual for precise instructions on how to access the wireless setup mode.
- Select Your Network (SSID): Once in the wireless setup mode, you'll typically see a list of available Wi-Fi networks (SSIDs). Navigate to and select your home Wi-Fi network's name.
- Enter Your Wi-Fi Password: You'll then be prompted to enter your Wi-Fi password (network key). This can be a bit tedious using the printer's limited buttons, so double-check each character.
- Confirm Connection: Once the password is entered, confirm the connection. The Wireless lamp should become steadily lit, indicating a successful connection.
Step 3: Connect Your iPad to the Same Wi-Fi Network
This step is critical: both your iPad and your Canon TS3322 printer MUST be connected to the exact same Wi-Fi network for them to communicate wirelessly.
- Open iPad Settings: On your iPad, tap the Settings app icon (it looks like gears).
- Navigate to Wi-Fi: In the Settings menu, tap on Wi-Fi.
- Select Your Network: Ensure that your iPad is connected to the same Wi-Fi network that you just connected your Canon TS3322 printer to. If it's not, tap on the correct network name and enter your Wi-Fi password if prompted. You should see a blue checkmark next to the connected network.
Step 4: Install the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App (Recommended)
While AirPrint often works directly, the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app provides enhanced functionality, troubleshooting, and direct access to printer settings. It's highly recommended for a better printing experience.
- Open the App Store: On your iPad, tap the App Store icon.
- Search for "Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY": In the search bar at the top, type "Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY" and tap search.
- Download and Install: Locate the app (it should be clearly labeled Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY by Canon Inc.) and tap Get, then Install. You might need to enter your Apple ID password or use Face ID/Touch ID to confirm the download.
- Open the App: Once installed, tap Open.
Step 5: Add Your Printer to the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App
Now, let's get the app to recognize your printer.
- Launch the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App: If you closed it, open the app again.
- Initial Setup: The first time you open the app, you may be prompted to agree to terms of service and privacy policies. Read them and accept to proceed.
- Register Printer: On the main screen of the app, look for an option like "Register Printer" or a "+" sign to add a printer. Tap on it.
- Auto Discovery: The app will typically begin searching for available printers on your network. Since your Canon TS3322 is already connected to your Wi-Fi, it should appear in the list.
- Select Your Printer: Tap on your Canon TS3322 from the discovered list. The app will then establish a connection with your printer.
- Confirmation: Once connected, the app will usually display a message confirming the printer has been registered, and you'll see your printer model displayed within the app.
Step 6: Print from Your iPad Using AirPrint (or the Canon App)
With your printer connected to Wi-Fi and your iPad on the same network, you're ready to print!
Method 6a: Printing with AirPrint (Recommended for most general printing)
AirPrint is Apple's technology that allows you to print wirelessly to compatible printers (like your Canon TS3322) without installing drivers.
- Open the Document/Photo You Want to Print: This could be a photo from the Photos app, a document from Pages or Word, an email, or a webpage from Safari.
- Tap the Share Icon: Look for the Share icon (a square with an arrow pointing upwards) within the app you're using. Tap on it.
- Scroll and Tap "Print": In the share sheet that appears, scroll down (you might need to scroll horizontally if there are many options) and tap on Print.
- Select Your Printer: On the Printer Options screen, tap Printer. Your Canon TS3322 should appear under "No Printer Selected." Tap on it.
- Choose Printing Options: Select the number of copies, specific pages, or other options as needed.
- Tap "Print": Once your options are set, tap the Print button in the top right corner. Your iPad will send the print job to your Canon TS3322!
Method 6b: Printing with the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App
The Canon app offers more specific controls and functionalities.
- Open the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY App:
- Select What You Want to Print: The app typically has options like "Photo Print," "Document Print," "Copy," "Scan," etc. Choose the type of content you want to print.
- Browse and Select Your File: Navigate through your iPad's files or photo library to select the item you wish to print.
- Adjust Settings: The app will present various printing options, such as paper size, media type, borderless printing, and quality. Adjust these settings to your preference.
- Tap "Print": Once all settings are configured, tap the Print button.
Troubleshooting Tips:
- Restart Everything: If you encounter issues, try restarting your iPad, your Canon TS3322 printer, and your Wi-Fi router. This can often resolve temporary network glitches.
- Check Wi-Fi Signal: Ensure both your printer and iPad have a strong Wi-Fi signal. Walls and distance can degrade signal quality.
- Verify Network Connection: Double-check that both devices are connected to the exact same Wi-Fi network.
- Printer Error Messages: If your printer is displaying an error message, consult your Canon TS3322 manual for what that specific error code means.
- Firmware Update: Occasionally, printer issues can be resolved with a firmware update. Check the Canon support website for your TS3322 model to see if updates are available and how to install them.
- Temporarily Disable VPN: If you are using a VPN on your iPad, temporarily disable it and try printing again. Some VPNs can interfere with local network discovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to find my Wi-Fi password?
Your Wi-Fi password (or network key) is usually printed on a sticker on the back or bottom of your Wi-Fi router. If you've changed it, you might need to log into your router's administration page or reset your router to factory settings.
How to know if my Canon TS3322 is connected to Wi-Fi?
The Wireless lamp on your Canon TS3322 printer will be steadily lit (not flashing) when it's successfully connected to your Wi-Fi network.
How to reset Canon TS3322 Wi-Fi settings?
Refer to your Canon TS3322 user manual. Typically, this involves pressing and holding specific buttons (like the Wireless button or a combination with the Stop button) for a set period to clear the network settings.
How to print a test page from my iPad to Canon TS3322?
Open the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app, select your printer, and look for a "Print Test Page" or "Print Nozzle Check Pattern" option under printer settings/maintenance.
How to print photos from my iPad to Canon TS3322?
Open the Photos app on your iPad, select the photo, tap the Share icon, then tap "Print." Choose your Canon TS3322 and adjust settings before printing.
How to fix "No AirPrint Printers Found" on my iPad?
Ensure both your iPad and printer are on the same Wi-Fi network, the printer is powered on and connected to Wi-Fi, and try restarting both devices and your router.
How to scan a document using my Canon TS3322 and iPad?
Open the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app on your iPad, select the "Scan" option, and follow the on-screen prompts to place your document on the printer's scanner bed and initiate the scan.
How to check ink levels for Canon TS3322 from iPad?
Open the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app. Once your printer is registered, the app usually displays current ink levels for your cartridges.
How to update firmware on Canon TS3322 from iPad?
Through the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app, navigate to your printer's settings. There might be an option for "Firmware Update" if an update is available. Follow the app's instructions carefully.
How to connect multiple iPads to one Canon TS3322 printer?
Once the Canon TS3322 printer is connected to your Wi-Fi network, any iPad (or other device) on the same Wi-Fi network can connect to it using AirPrint or the Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app without needing to re-configure the printer's network settings.
