Can I Use a PG-545 Cartridge in a Printer Designed for PG-575?

Question: My printer is compatible with PG-575 cartridges. Can I use a PG-545 cartridge in it instead?

Answer: In the realm of Canon printers, cartridges are designed in similar shapes: tall and short. While cartridges may physically resemble each other in shape, their electronics differ, making them incompatible across different models. Therefore, you cannot directly use a PG-545 cartridge in a printer designed for a PG-575 cartridge due to these electronic differences.

However, Canon distributes these cartridges with different prefixes across various sales regions, with each prefix denoting compatibility with equivalent models across those regions. For instance, the PG-545 (Europe) and PG-245 (North America) are equivalents, just as the PG-575 might have an equivalent in a different region.

Here's a quick reference to understand the regional equivalents:

• PG-145 CL-146 (Central & South America)
• PG-245 CL-246 (North America)
• PG-345 CL-346 (Japan)
• PG-445 CL-446 (Russia)
• PG-545 CL-546 (Europe)
• PG-645 CL-646 (Asia Oceania)
• PG-745 CL-746 (Southeast Asia)
• PG-845 CL-846 (China)
• PG-945 CL-946 (Korean)

This means your PG-545 cartridge can substitute for a PG-245 in the US and Canada, highlighting the versatility of Canon cartridges across different regions. However, utilizing cartridges from another region requires adjusting your printer's regional code setting. This adjustment allows the printer to recognize and accept cartridges intended for other geographical markets.

If you're looking to use a cartridge from one region in a printer from another, such as a PG-545 in place of a PG-575, you may need to change the regional code setting of your Canon printer. This adjustment enables the printer to recognize cartridges intended for other markets. Here is a more detailed guide on how to change your printer's regional code setting:

1. Ensure the printer is powered off.
2. Hold down the red “Cancel/Reset” button (located at the top right corner on the control panel) with your right hand.
3. While holding the “Cancel/Reset” button, press and hold the “Power” button.
4. Release the “Cancel/Reset” button, then press it twice.
5. Release the “Power” button.
6. Wait until the “Copy” button stops flashing and remains solid green.
7. Press the “Cancel/Reset” button five times.
8. Press the “Power” button once, then press the “Cancel/Reset” button the number of times corresponding to your desired country code from the list below. For example, press it three times for the USA.
9. Press the “Power” button one more time to confirm the setting.
10. Press the “Power” button again to turn off the printer. When you turn it back on, it should be set to the new region.

Country Codes:

• 0 times: No change
• 1 time: Japan
• 2 times: Korea
• 3 times: USA
• 4 times: Europe
• 5 times: Australia
• 6 times: Asia
• 7 times: China
• 8 times: Taiwan

This procedure should be approached with caution, as it involves accessing service modes that can impact your printer's functionality. If you're uncomfortable performing these steps or have concerns about the process, it's advisable to contact Canon technical support for assistance or consider seeking help from a professional service provider.

For additional support and information on managing Canon printer cartridges, or if you require repair services for your printer, visit BCH Technologies at www.bchtechnologies.com. Our YouTube channel, https://YouTube.com/@bchtechnologies, also offers a wealth of information on printer maintenance, troubleshooting, and much more, designed to keep your device in optimal condition.