Features
Market positioning	Home & office
Product colour	Black
Number of print cartridges	5
Printing colours	Black, Cyan, Magenta, Pigment black, Yellow
Maximum duty cycle	12000 pages per month
Number of printing colours	5
Built-in display
Input & output capacity
Maximum input capacity	150 sheets
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code	84433210
Network
Wi-Fi
Ethernet LAN
Bluetooth
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	15 - 30 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	10 - 80%
Other features
Maximum input capacity (photo paper)	20 sheets
Mac compatibility
LED indicators
Packaging data
Bundled software	Printer driver My Image Garden Quick Menu Easy-WebPrint EX
Drivers included
Paper handling
Maximum print size	A3+ (330 x 483 mm)
Paper tray media types	Envelopes, Glossy paper, High resolution paper, Matte paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Semi-glossy paper
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)	A3, A4, A5
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)	B4, B5
Non-ISO print media sizes	Legal, Letter
Envelopes sizes	10, DL
Borderless printing media sizes	10x15, A3, A3+, A4, Letter
Photo stickers
Performance
Sound pressure level (printing)	44 dB
Card reader integrated
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
USB port
SmartCard slot
Power
Power source	AC
Power consumption (printing)	24 W
Power consumption (standby)	2 W
Power consumption (sleep)	0.3 W
Power consumption (off)	0.3 W
AC input voltage	100 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Printing
Print technology	Inkjet
Maximum resolution	9600 x 2400 DPI
Print speed (10x15 cm)	36 s
Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) mono	14.5 ipm
Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) colour	10.4 ipm
Borderless printing
Duplex printing
System requirements
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise, Windows 8.1 Enterprise x64, Windows 8.1 Pro, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Win
Mac operating systems supported	Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
Other operating systems supported	Android, iOS
Weight & dimensions
Width	584 mm
Depth	310 mm
Height	159 mm
Weight	8.1 kg

The Canon PIXMA iX6850 is an inkjet printer of the INKJ category, specifically designed for use in offices and at home. It features a maximum print resolution of 9600 x 2400 DPI and enables borderless printing on various media formats, including A3, A3+, A4, Letter, and 10x15 cm. The print speed is 14.5 pages per minute in black and white and 10.4 pages per minute in color according to the ISO/IEC 24734 standard. The printer is designed for a maximum monthly duty cycle of 12,000 pages, making it suitable for medium to high print volumes in office environments.

Applications

The printer is designed for use in offices and home offices where high print quality and efficiency are required. It supports printing on various media types, including plain paper, photo paper, glossy paper, matte paper, high-resolution paper, semi-matte paper, and envelopes in DL and 10 sizes. The maximum print size is A3+ (330 x 483 mm), making it suitable for larger documents and posters. Support for photo stickers expands application possibilities in the graphic and print industry.

Functions and Equipment in Detail

The printer features 5 separate ink tanks for black, cyan, magenta, pigment black, and yellow, enabling precise color reproduction and minimal ink waste. The ink cartridges can be refilled individually, increasing cost efficiency. The maximum paper capacity is 150 sheets, with the photo paper input capacity limited to 20 sheets. The print speed for 10x15 cm is 36 seconds.

Technology Explained Simply

The printing technology is based on inkjet printing, where fine ink droplets are precisely applied to the paper. The maximum resolution of 9600 x 2400 DPI ensures sharp text and detailed images. The integrated WLAN and LAN connectivity enables network access, allowing multiple users to share the printer. Power supply is via AC mains voltage (100–240 V, 50–60 Hz), with an average power consumption of 24 W during printing. In standby mode, consumption is 2 W, and in sleep mode and off state, it is 0.3 W.

Compatibility and Accessories

The printer is compatible with operating systems such as Windows 7 to 8.1 (including x64 versions) and Mac OS X 10.6 to 10.9. Additionally, use with Android and iOS devices is supported, enabling direct printing from mobile devices via WLAN. Compatible ink cartridges are available, including models CLI-551Y XL (yellow), CLI-551C (cyan), CLI-551Y (yellow), CLI-551BK (black), CLI-551M XL (magenta), as well as PGI-550PGBK XL (black) and PGI-550PGBK (black). The included software comprises the Printer Driver, My Image Garden, Quick Menu, and Easy-WebPrint EX.

Installation and Mounting

Installation is performed via the included software, with setup possible via USB 2.0, LAN, or WLAN. The online manual provides instructions for preparation, paper loading, and setting up print functions. Power supply is via a power adapter connected to a wall socket. The operating temperature range is 15 to 30 °C, with relative humidity during operation between 10 and 80 %.

Advantages in Operation

The printer features a compact design with dimensions of 584 mm (width) × 310 mm (depth) × 159 mm (height) and a weight of 8.1 kg. Integrated LED indicators facilitate operation. The sound pressure level during printing is 44 dB, ensuring a quiet working environment. Support for Google Cloud Print and AirPrint enables mobile printing. The maximum photo paper input capacity is 20 sheets, suitable for processing photo prints. Print quality is designed for business documents and photos, with the 5-color ink palette ensuring high color accuracy.