Can the MG8120 scan when ink cartridges are empty? Does anyone know if a similar restriction applies to the MG8120?
867858
That's correct. I have the MG6120 model of this series; it won't do anything (scan or print) if any of the cartridges is empty.
1011154
I've got a Canon iP4300 which uses the same cartridges as the MP600. When I replaced my ink with generic cartridges (and moved the chip to the generic), I had to hold down the reset button for 5-10 seconds which tells the printer to ignore the error. On the PC, it shows an empty cartridge with an "X" above it, but it prints fine. I would imagine it would work with an empty cartridge in the same manner.
1936026
I don't recall if I had any issues like that or not. I'm an IT guy/computer nerd anyway so if I did, I fixed it immediately. With that said, I would recommend turning your printer off and then back on. Even try some different things like putting old cartridges in when printer is on and then turn it off, pull cartridges out and replace the new cartridges just before turning the printer back on. Make sure that any tape that may have been on the bottom of the cartridges is also removed. You'd be surprised how many people forget that. One thing to look at also, if the problem persists, is to check the settings on the actual printer and look at the ink level. If the ink level is showing that everything is full, as it should be, then the printer is at least detecting things that far. Hope this little bit will help, if not feel free to post back. If you end up having to post back, let us k ow what you be tried, and the specific issue you're having. This way I, or someone else, can give more accurate advice to further troubleshoot the issue. :)
1627763
I've got a mg2220 and so far the black ink works fine. I did have to shake the cartridge once to get rid of some empty lines, but other than that I notice no difference between the commercially filled inks and the refill. I also would not recommend using the provided tool to open the cartridge because it is a little difficult. I had a tool from a previous ink refill kit that worked much better. I haven't tried the color ink yet.
591403
In my experience, no it doesn't. Also the printer stops working when the cartridges are "shown" to be empty - when in actuality they aren't. There is a way to work around this though. Google this on youtube - for resetting printer cartridges. My cartridges claimed to be empty just two months after I purchased this printer. I reset them and they've been running on the same ones for a few weeks now without a problem.
1180019
Yes but the printer reported empty cartridge. I'll try again .. no time at present.
2114000
I recently encountered the same problem. The printer will not let you continue unless both Cartridges have ink. You most replace the empty cartridge in order for get your printer to work.
2199946
It only prints, but there are other model that can scan. Look for models that start with MFC.... Hope that helps.
1967791
i'm having those exact problems now...can't scan without cartridges, and can't print black without color cartridges. there MUST be a solution...anyone?
437821
If any cartridge is empty, the printer will no work. I always have cartridges on hand, but you should get a warning that one is running low
982829
Printing when one cartridge is empty: I have some experience w/this. If you are printing grayscale (for black) and your black has ink and one other cartridge didn't, doc will print. If you are printing w/color and one of those is empty, you will get a message. Not sure if it would print, never tried that.
1995260
I think is does. You will need an empty color cartridge without ink. Ignore the blinking light and computer notification that the ink is low or out.
1967794
It sounds like a bad idea to leave your ink slots empty anyway. If there is no ink flow through any of the slots for a long period of time the ink inside the ports will dry up and clog the print heads. Also, I wouldn't spend $80 to $100 for replacement ink. You can buy a brand new printer (with ink) for that price! I buy my replacement cartridges for $1.68 each and they work perfectly. Of course the printer companies don't want you to do that so they are going to tell youit's bad for your printer, and perhaps even tell you it will void your warranty.
1087175
Hello. Although I have always replaced the cartridge when the printer indicates a cartridge is empty, I think you need to have some ink in each of the cartridges for the printer to work. There is, however, a warning message that pops up quite a while before a cartridge will be empty, giving the user plenty of time to have one in reserve. You do not need to replace all the colored cartridges, just the empty one.
1561016
I have never tried but I will guess "no". Once a cartridge is too low it will not print so I am guessing it will not print if a cartridge is missing or empty, regardless of whether or not it actually *needs* that cartridge.
912544
You did not provide the printer model.Now, did you try to replace the cartridges with ORIGINAL ones? Even empty ones will do, just to test if they are recognized by the printer.(ONE cartridge will suffice for this test.)If the printer will recognize such a cartridge (even an error msg. will serve as 'Recognize'), you know what I already know: never look at this vendor and his products again...
1026869
I don't know. I have an MG6220, and it recognized the inks right away. Did you make sure to remove the small tape at one end? It covers the electrical connection, and if it wasn't fully removed, it might be blocking the cartridge from connecting and being read.