Description
Canon PIXMA G540 Printer
High volume, high standards, low costs
For printing large quantities of high-quality images at low cost, the Canon PIXMA G540 Printer offers simplicity, versatility and brilliant print quality.
- Cost-effective printing: The Canon PIXMA G540 utilizes refillable ink tanks instead of cartridges, reducing long-term printing costs significantly. This makes it ideal for high-volume printing tasks, such as in offices or homes with frequent printing needs.
- High-quality prints: Despite its cost-saving features, the Canon PIXMA G540 doesn’t compromise on print quality. It delivers sharp text and vibrant images, making it suitable for various printing tasks, including documents, photos, and presentations.
- Versatility: The printer supports various paper sizes and types, allowing users to print anything from standard documents to high-quality photos. It also offers borderless printing options, giving users more flexibility in their printing projects.
- Ease of use: The Canon PIXMA G540 features a user-friendly design with easy-to-access ink tanks and a simple control panel. Setting up the printer and performing maintenance tasks like refilling ink tanks is straightforward, even for inexperienced users.
- Efficiency: With its high-capacity ink tanks, the Canon PIXMA G540 reduces the frequency of refills, minimizing downtime and interruptions during printing tasks. Additionally, the printer’s fast printing speeds help improve productivity, especially in busy environments.
- Wireless connectivity: Many models of the Canon PIXMA G540 come with built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing users to print wirelessly from their computers, smartphones, or tablets. This feature enhances convenience and enables printing from multiple devices without the need for physical connections.
- Energy efficiency: Canon printers are known for their energy-saving features, and the Canon PIXMA G540 is no exception. It is designed to consume minimal power during operation, contributing to lower energy bills and reduced environmental impact.
- Reliability: Canon is a reputable brand known for producing reliable printers. The Canon PIXMA G540 is built to last, with sturdy construction and durable components that ensure consistent performance over time.
General Specifications
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Model NumbersPIXMA G540
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FunctionsWi-Fi, Print & Cloud
Printer Specifications
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Print ResolutionUp to 4800 x 1200 dpi1
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Print Technology2 FINE Print Heads (Left : BK/R/Gy, Right : C/M/Y) Canon PIXMA G540
Refillable ink tank printer -
Mono Print Speedapprox. 3.9 ipm2
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Colour Print Speedapprox. 3.9 ipm3
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Photo Print SpeedBorderless 4″ x 6″ (10x15cm) : Approx. 47 seconds4
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Borderless PrintingYes
A4, LTR, 4″” x 6″” (10x15cm), 5″” x 7″” (13x18cm), 7″” x 10″” (18x25cm), 8″” x 10″” (20x25cm), Square 5″” x 5″” (127mm x 127mm), Square 3.5″” x 3.5″” (89 mm x 89 mm), Card Size 55mm x 91 mm (2.17″” x 3.58″”)5 -
Two Sided PrintingManual operation Canon PIXMA G540
Consumables and Yields
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Standard Ink BottlesGI-43 <BK>
GI-43 <C>
GI-43 <M>
GI-43 <Y>
GI-43 <R>
GI-43 <GY> -
Maintenance CartridgeMC-G02 (User Replaceable)
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Bottle Yield (Plain Paper)A4 colour documents printing6
Black: 3,700 pages
Colour: 8,000 pages
* Estimated supplemental yield -
Bottle Yield (Photo Paper)4″” x 6″” (10x15cm) colour photo printing7
Colour: 3,800 photos
* Estimated supplemental yield Canon PIXMA G540
Paper Support
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Paper TypesPlain Paper
Photo Paper Pro Luster (LU-101),
Photo Paper Plus Glossy II (PP-201)
Matte Photo Paper (MP-101),
Glossy Photo Paper “”Everyday Use”” (GP-501)
High Resolution Paper (HR-101N),
Photo Paper Plus Semi-gloss (SG-201),
Premium Fine Art Rough <FA-RG1>
Restickable Photo Paper(RP-101)
Magnetic Photo Paper(MG-101)
Dark Fabric Iron on Transfers (DF-101),
Light Fabric Iron on Transfers (LF-101),
Double sided Matte Paper (MP-101D)
Greeting Card (manufactured by Avery and RedRiverPaper),
Cardstock (manufactured by Neenah Paper and INKPRESS),
Canon Red Label Superior(WOP111)
Canon Oce Office Colour Paper(SAT213) -
Maximum Paper InputRear Tray: Plain paper: 64 – 105 g/m² (100 sheets) or supported genuine Canon papers
Please refer to online manual for a detailed list of paper load limits, which will vary depending on media type and page size selected. -
Paper SizesA4, A5, B5,A6, LTR, LGL, 4″” x 6″” (10x15cm), 5″” x 7″” (13x18cm), 7″” x 10″” (18x25cm), 8″” x 10″” (20x25cm), Square 5″” x 5″” (127mm x 127mm), Square 3.5″” x 3.5″” (89 mm x 89 mm), Card Size 55mm x 91 mm (2.17″”x3.58″”)
Envelopes(DL, COM10, C5, Monarch),[Custom size]
width 55 – 216 mm, length 89 – 1200 mm -
Paper WeightRear Tray: Plain paper: 64 – 105 g/m² or supported genuine Canon papers
Photo paper: max paper weight : approx. 275 g/m² or supported genuine Canon papers
Interface
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Display Type & SizeFull Dot LCD (Monochrome)
Connectivity
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Standard InterfaceHi-Speed USB (USB B Port)
Wi-Fi: IEEE802.11 b/g/n/a8
Wi-Fi Security: WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WEP, Administration password
Wireless LAN Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz
PictBridge Wi-Fi9 -
Mobile AppsCanon PRINT Inkjet/SELPHY app10
Creative Park app11
Easy-PhotoPrint Editor app12 -
Printer FeaturesEasy-PhotoPrint Editor Software13
PIXMA Cloud Link (print – from smartphone or tablet only)14
Canon Print Service Plugin (Android)15
Apple AirPrint16
Wireless Direct17
Mopria (Android)18 -
Smart Assistant & Automation SupportAmazon Alexa™19
Google Assistant™20
Software
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Supported Operating SystemsWindows 10、Windows 8.1、Windows 7 SP1
Operation can only be guaranteed on a PC with pre-installed Windows 7or later.
Printer driver and IJ Printer Assistant Tool are available with following OS.
Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1、Windows Server 2012 R2、Windows Server 2016、Windows Server 2019Mac: OS X 10.12.6 ~ macOS 10.15
Chrome OS
Mobile Operating Systems: iOS®, iPadOS, Android™21
*OS compatibility confirmed at time of launch, please check the Canon Download Centre for support of subsequently released OS’s for this product.
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Minimum System RequirementsWindows: 1.5GB or more
Note: for bundled software installation. The necessary amount of hard disk space required. -
Software IncludedPrinter Driver
IJ Printer Assistant Tool
Easy-PhotoPrint Editor (download)
Physical Features
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Weightapprox. 5.1Kg
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Dimensions (W x D x H)approx. 445 x 340 x 136mm (trays retracted)
approx. 445 x 564 x 249mm (trays extended) -
Acoustic Noise Levelsapprox. 50.5dB(A)22
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Recommended Operating EnvironmentTemperature: 5-35°C, Humidity: 10-90%RH (no dew condensation)
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Power SourceAC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
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Power ConsumptionOff: Approx. 0.2W
Standby (USB connection to PC): Approx. 0.6W
Standby (all ports connected): Approx. 1.2W
Time to enter Standby mode: 4 minutes 4sec*
Printing: Approx. 14W
*The wait time for standby cannot be changed -
Typical Electricity Consumption0.18 kWh23