Troubleshooting Canon MP287: Resolving Two-Blinking Lights and Error Code 1

If you find yourself facing two blinking lights and a persistent number 1 on the display mode of your Canon MP287 printer, it could indicate a couple of potential problems. Firstly, if your printer is still operational and accepts print jobs, it's possible that ink monitoring for both cartridges has been disabled. This behavior aligns with similar issues reported for the MG2500 model, which also features ink status lights.

However, if your printer refuses to accept print jobs, the problem may lie in the cartridges. This could be due to the cartridges being perceived as empty, requiring you to disable ink monitoring, or there might be an error in detecting the cartridges. This error could result from poor contact, improper cartridge placement or region settings, or even defective cartridges.

Resolving the Issue: Disabling Ink Monitoring

To tackle the issue of two blinking lights and error code 1, especially if your printer is operational, follow these steps to disable ink monitoring:

1. Press and Hold the Stop Button: Hold down the stop button on your Canon MP287 printer for a minimum of 5 seconds. This action aims to disable ink monitoring and may resolve the blinking lights and error code 1.

Additional Considerations

While the above step addresses one aspect of the issue, it's essential to explore other potential factors affecting your Canon MP287 printer. Here are a few considerations:

• Cartridge Authenticity: Ensure that you are using genuine Canon cartridges. Counterfeit or non-compatible cartridges can lead to various errors.
• Cartridge Placement and Contacts: Check the placement of your cartridges and make sure they are correctly inserted. Poor contact between the cartridges and the printer can trigger errors.
• Printer Region Settings: Verify that your printer region settings match the region of the cartridges. Mismatched settings can result in detection issues.
• Defective Cartridges: If all else fails, consider the possibility of defective cartridges. Try replacing them with new, genuine cartridges to rule out this potential issue.

Seeking Further Assistance

If the problem persists even after following the above steps, we recommend seeking further assistance. You may need to consult the printer manual or contact Canon customer support for more personalized guidance.

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