Canon Pixma iX6820 Wireless Setup

The Canon Pixma iX6820 is a wide‑format inkjet designed for borderless 13×19 prints, small posters, and crisp photo output. Its wireless feature lets you place it wherever paper handling is easiest, but initial pairing can be confusing because the iX6820 uses light patterns and software prompts rather than a touchscreen. This guide explains how to connect the iX6820 to a 2.4 GHz Wi‑Fi network, install Canon’s drivers on Windows and macOS, print a reliable test page, and troubleshoot issues like blinking Wi‑Fi lights, setup software not detecting the printer, or frequent disconnects.

What You Need Before Starting

• Your Wi‑Fi network name (SSID) and password. The iX6820 does not join 5 GHz networks.
• A computer connected to the same 2.4 GHz network.
• Canon iX6800 series setup software from Canon’s support site.
• Optional USB cable to complete setup if wireless discovery fails.

If the printer has been used elsewhere, reset its network settings first by holding the Wi‑Fi button until the alarm light flashes twice, then release.

WPS Push‑Button Connection

If your router has a WPS button, this is the fastest method. Turn on the printer, then press and hold the Wi‑Fi button until the power lamp flashes once. Release it and press the Color button, then press Wi‑Fi again. The blue Wi‑Fi light should blink quickly. Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your router. When the blue light turns solid, the iX6820 is connected.

If the Wi‑Fi lamp keeps blinking slowly afterward, WPS likely failed. Move the printer closer to the router and repeat.

Standard Wireless Setup Using Canon Software

Download and run the iX6800 series setup file. Choose Wireless LAN Connection and then Set up printer for the first time. The installer will place the printer in setup mode and prompt you to select your SSID and enter the password. If the installer cannot find the printer, it will offer a temporary USB step. Plug in USB, let the software send wireless credentials, and then remove the cable once the printer joins Wi‑Fi.

Install Drivers on Windows

After the printer is on Wi‑Fi, finish the Canon installer. It should register the iX6820 as a network printer. Open Settings > Printers & scanners and print a test page. If Windows only installs an AirPrint‑style driver or a generic driver, reinstall Canon’s full package so you get print‑head alignment, ink monitoring, and advanced paper profiles.

Install Drivers on macOS

On a Mac, install the Canon iX6800 IJ driver. Then open System Settings > Printers & Scanners and add the printer. In theUse dropdown, choose Canon iX6800 series rather than AirPrint to unlock maintenance tools. If the printer isn’t discovered automatically, add it by IP using protocol IPP and the printer’s address from your router.

Mobile Printing and AirPrint

The iX6820 supports AirPrint and Canon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY. Once connected to Wi‑Fi, install Canon’s mobile app, tap Add Printer, and follow the prompts. For iOS AirPrint, just select the printer in any app’s print menu. If your phone cannot see the printer, confirm the phone is on the same 2.4 GHz network (not cellular or guest Wi‑Fi).

Improve Wireless Reliability

Because wide‑format printers are often placed farther from routers, signal strength matters. If jobs stall or the printer drops offline:

• Keep the printer within a reasonable range of the main router or add a mesh node nearby.
• Use WPA2 or mixed WPA2/WPA3 security; WPA3‑only networks can block older Canon radios.
• Disable “AP isolation” on guest networks, which prevents your computer from reaching the printer.
• Reserve the printer’s IP address in your router so the port doesn’t change.

Printing Wide‑Format Correctly

The iX6820 shines when paper settings match your media. In Canon’s driver, choose the correct paper size (A3, 11×17, 13×19) and media type. If your borderless prints have thin white edges, enable Borderless and adjust Amount of Extension slightly. For thicker cardstock, use the rear tray and set Paper Thickness to prevent head strikes.

Troubleshooting Setup Problems

Wi‑Fi light blinking slowly: The printer is still searching for a network. Redo WPS or run the Canon setup tool again. Printer not found by installer: Disable VPN/firewall temporarily, or connect by USB for the credential transfer. Connected but prints don’t arrive: On Windows, switch from WSD to a Standard TCP/IP port using the printer’s current IP. Mac sees printer but only AirPrint: Install the Canon driver and re‑add with Canon iX6800 series selected.

After Setup: Align and Test

Print a nozzle check from the Canon utility to confirm all colors are firing evenly. If you see gaps, run a cleaning cycle and recheck. For photo work, use a fresh set of inks and print a small color test on the paper you plan to use for final output.

With a solid Wi‑Fi connection and the proper driver installed, the Canon Pixma iX6820 becomes an easy‑to‑share wide‑format printer for both documents and photos.