Canon PIXMA  MP160 All-In-One InkJet Printer
Problem for Canon PIXMA MP160 All-In-One InkJet Printer

Scanning error - cannot scan error code 2,155,0 ???




By toshiba1 on Sep 21, 2007

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I connect to my laptop to scan pictures, and each time, each single time the scanner will start scanning an inch but it stops and I get the message Cannot communicate with scanner. Cable may be disconnected or scanner may be turned off. Check status. Scanner driver will be closed. Code: 2,155,0"
The closest I get is it will scan one or two, but same problem persists. Today I totally cannot scan one thing! What is wrong? I've tried everything...
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Sep 21, 2007

- i have found the problem: the cable. must swap the cable for a better one.

Clarification Request

Posted by bavdlo on May 18, 2009




Solution link . . . http://www.CanonPIXMAMP160InkJetPrinter.com




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Same Problem

Apr 06, 2009

-   I uninstalled....re-installed the program step by step. Problem still persists. I removed other printer drivers...re-booted and still has proble. Went to the Cannon Users site and down loaded suggested drivers and still have same proble.
I believe Cannon needs to fix this problem by sending out a
driver that takes care of the problem for all!-   bizzyman45

Mar 18, 2009

-   i don't have its drivers-   moshim

Mar 18, 2009

-   cannot scan - error code 2. 155. 0-   Guest

Jan 03, 2009

-   i have the problem 2,155,0-   Guest

Dec 23, 2008

-   I have Canon MP150 and same error -   Guest

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posted on Aug 02, 2008
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workingnow

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I had the same problem with a new Canon MP970. Printed ok, but couldn't communicate with the scanner - error 2,155,0.
Canon phone support didn't help, and suggested it was a firewall problem. I uninstalled, and re-installed, turning off firewall, virus software, and everything. No luck. Tried several USB cables, no luck.
Then I uninstalled again - as well as a couple of old drivers and software associated with two now deceased printer/scanners.
This time I plugged the (same) USB in and turned on the device, using Windows' own hardware install wizard.
Now it works fine (at least for now... touch wood).
So - the problem might be either conflict with other printer/scanner devices installed, or with Canon's installation software.
...

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Solution #2

posted on Oct 02, 2007
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Guest

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thats right............pay a bit more and get a better cable...it will probably cost round 150/ inr

Solution #3

posted on Nov 06, 2007
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Guest

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The solution to the 2,155,0 error:

Buy a new Cable (Double shielded, length <=2m)

Just did the test... IT WORKS

Solution #4

posted on Sep 21, 2007
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PcExpert

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COMMON SYSTEM ERRORS

1. Scan for viruses
2. Repair Your HDD using Scandisk or related Program
3. Rollback drivers and reinstall them
4. Replace Cables if necessary
5. Check your power Sources

Hope this helps


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If you are having trouble with Newly bought items save your self from headaches by returning them and

demand a replacement or a refund! You may have purchased a reconditioned\repaired\factory defect product.
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Solution #5

posted on Mar 09, 2009
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ravencrt

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Hi
I had the same problem, at first I thought that it was the original drivers (the ones I got with the printer) so I donwloaded the drivers from the canon website, this did not resolve the problem. What I also tried and it worked for me was connecting the printer to the computer with it's original usb cable. I bought a couple of weekes ago a usb extension cable (about 5 m long). With this extension cable I can print but I can't scan any document, it just gives me the same error. Hope this works also for you.
Bye
PS: My printer is a Canon Pixma MP190

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Solution #6

posted on Jul 30, 2008
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DaddyLarry

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Toshiba1 is right. I fixed same problem by changing the cable. Also, don't use USB extension cables.
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Solution #7

posted on Oct 09, 2009
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First of all you need a usb 2.0 connection on PC. This tipes of multifuncionals don`t work properly on USB 1.0 for exemple.
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Solution #8

posted on Oct 08, 2009
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bebyLah

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i faced the same problem. Now i'm able to scan my document/pix after replacing a new usb cable. thanks a lot to your suggestion.Problem solved:)
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Solution #9

posted on Sep 04, 2009
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roit

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hi,
CANON PIXMA MP160 All-In-One InkJet Printer
has few common problems. Such as Driver CD lost, Scanner does not work, Connection problem etc. For find all these software solution just click here....


http://www.canon.com/printer/prob676ijt65/solution

prirweto-i-14

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Solution #10

posted on May 17, 2009
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rojkar

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Try this link . . .http://www.Canon.com/PIXMAMP160All-In-OneInkJetPrinter

For find best solution.


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Solution #11

posted on May 08, 2009
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n1kkos

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tried to plug it into a high-speed USB port which is necessary for scanning in most cases?
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Solution #12

posted on Sep 22, 2008
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Guest

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Just got a cable from my other HP printer & it works fine now... seems that the scanner uses the full bandwidth of the usb cable.. long/bad-badquality cables will not work... cheerz'

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16 Other Users Have The Same Problem - Continued

Comment by van-que-bui, posted on Dec 04, 2008

2,155,0

Comment by Guest, posted on Nov 26, 2008

The same problem with MP970. More: it scan 35-mm films normally, but cant operate with paper (copying withouth computer OK, obviosly all device "own procedures" work properly. I was upset, thanks for hope! :)
Will try to replace cable to shorther (now 3 m), USB bandwith - good idea.

Comment by samara 123, posted on Oct 21, 2008

when i use me scanner it stops after one inch of scanning then an erroe apper told me that the cable maybe not connected or the scanner maybe turned off. code 2,155,0

Comment by Guest, posted on Jul 25, 2008

Same Problem.......... what to do?

Comment by Guest, posted on Apr 28, 2008

qsdaSD

Comment by durga_22, posted on Apr 28, 2008

can't communicate with scanner cable may be disconnected or scanner may be turned off. Check status scanner driver will closed code 2,155,0

Comment by Guest, posted on Apr 28, 2008

can'not

Comment by nodnuts, posted on Apr 16, 2008

scanner won't scan into adobe when I clik on import

Comment by akohli, posted on Apr 08, 2008

I used a cable which works with another print. Still have the same problem

Comment by akohli, posted on Apr 08, 2008

Recieve error code ,155,0

I swaped the cable for one that works with another printer and still receive the same error.

Comment by Beams, posted on Mar 27, 2008

i have a Canon pixma mp180, and each time I tried to scan it gives me the error code "Cannot communicate with scanner. Code 2,155,0" But the same printer with the same new cable worked faultlessly at 2 other locations.

I have installed and re-installed, I have changed the usb cable, changed the usb port. Yet I keep getting the same error code.

Tkx Beams

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