Can't print. I get communication error

Hi,
Googling to solve the same problem with a Power Shot G12, I found a manual under ManualOwl -- on p.194 it says:
"Communication error: images could not be transferred to the computer or printed due to the large amount of images (aprox. 1000) stored on the memory card. Use a commercially available USB card reader to transfer the images. Insert the memory into the printer's card slot to print."
This worked for me. Hope it does the same for you.

Okay I would first go to epson's site and get the latest drivers for the device. The problem could be if your using the driver given to you by the manufacturer that the drivers could be useless due to a random windows update. Verify that you have the latest drivers and then attempt to connect the device again. If you continue to get the communication error then the device is likely faulty and needs to be replaced.

Have a look at your printer software settings. You may have it set to black and white only. There may also be a driver that was missed during installation to allow colour printing. Try reinstalling the software.

Problem Print job does not print; No Lexmark job status window Solution What you will see

• The Windows print queue spools the print job.
  
• The print queue icon appears in the systray or notification area.
  
• The print queue icon disappears as if the print job has successfully been sent to the printer.
  
• The print job disappears and does not print.
  
• No Lexmark job status window appears to indicate a communication problem.
  
• No other communication errors. This issue is most likely due to a corrupt device mode registry entry from another printer that was installed and used in the past.

Or

• You do see the job status window and you do not see any alerts or communication errors, yet still nothing gets printed

What to do

A confirmed cause must be established before a resolution can be achieved.
To do this:

1. download a diagnosis tool that will help determine the cause of the printing issue.
   IMPORTANT: Again, this tool is only to be used in cases where there is no communication error message from the Lexmark job status window and the job spools quickly through the Windows spooler, yet nothing prints.
   
2. Select an easy-to-find Save location, such as your Windows Desktop.
   
3. Double-click on the delserDevMode.exe file.
   
4. Accept the License Agreement. After the file is executed, it saves devmode.txt to your root directory (e.g., C:\devmode.tx.
   

These articles in the Lexmark website on How to identify a Wireless Communication Problem and Resolution Tips and 'Communication Not Available' Error Message and Print Job Stalls in Print Queue might help you resolve your communication problem with your printer. If not, please contact Lexmark technical support for additional assistance. Thanks.

It could be just a minor communication issue. Try to unplug your printer from your computer. Unplug and replug your printer into the power source to reset itself. When your printer turns on completely, reconnect it to your computer. If problem continues, you may refer to these articles for further troubleshooting:
- 'Communication Not Available' Error Message and Print Job Stalls in Print Queue - Error: "Problem communicating with the printer" or Bogus Error Messages
You may also contact Lexmark technical support for additional assistance. Thanks.

Try to unplug your printer from your computer. Unplug and replug your printer into the power source to reset itself. When your printer turns on completely, reconnect to your computer. Try to print again. If problem continues, you may refer to these articles in the Lexmark website:
- Communication Not Available' Error Message and Print Job Stalls in Print Queue - No Communications Error When Trying to Print or Scan
I hope these help. Thanks.

These articles in the Lexmark website may help resolve your communication problem:
- Communication Not Available' Error Message and Print Job Stalls in Print Queue - No Communications Error When Trying to Print or Scan
Hope these help. Thanks.

Are you sure it is a 'command error' and not a 'communication error'. I could not find anything on a 'command error' but did find this on a 'communication error'.


Q: Why am I getting a communication error when I try to print?

A: Check the following if you are getting a communication error when printing:

Make sure the type of driver you installed matches the ink type in the printer. Verify the ink type by checking the part number on the ink cartridges.

Make sure the printer interface setting matches the connection type you're using. By default, the printer interface should be set to Auto, which supports all connection types.

Check the physical cable connection and make sure the cable is not be longer than 10 ft. You may want to replace the cable.

You may also get communication errors if the printer name is not set correctly. Contact EPSON at (888) 377-6611 or (562) 276-1305 to get instructions on how to verify this.


You might want to check to see if you have the current drivers for your printer and operating system; a new driver can be downloaded here.

Trust this is helpful.

This might be a firewall issue. If you are running an Internet Security program that can affect communications with the printer. Try disabling the firewall software, or resetting it so you can grant access to the Lexmark applications needed for printing.