| Problem | Solution | | :--- | :--- | | "Printer not found" | Your PC drivers are corrupted. Reinstall Canon G2010 drivers. Ensure you are using a USB 2.0 port (not USB 3.0). | | Service mode fails (no flashing lights) | You are too slow. Practice the button sequence. Watch a YouTube video for timing. | | Counter resets but errors return after 10 pages | The EEPROM is failing. Use a different resetter tool. Or the physical pad is causing a false reading. | | Free tool shows "Unknown error 200" | Your printer firmware is too new for the free tool. Pay for WICReset for updated support. | | Printer shows "5B01" even after reset | You only reset the main counter. Look for a "Platen" or "Ink Absorber 2" counter in your tool. |
If you don't have the software, you can try this sequence while in Service Mode: Press the button 5 times . Press the Power button once . The printer should print a status page. resetter printer canon g2010
Turn off the printer and turn it back on. The error should be gone. Alternative Reset Methods WIC Reset Utility | Problem | Solution | | :--- |
What a resetter does
This process clears the temporary counter and is often required before the printer will communicate with resetter software. Turn off the printer but keep it plugged in. Press and hold the Stop button (red triangle). While holding Stop, press and hold the Power button. | | Service mode fails (no flashing lights)