# 1-866-203-7571 How to Connect Canon Pixma TS3522 Printer to Wi-Fi?

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

Connecting your Canon PIXMA TS3522 printer to Wi-Fi lets you print wirelessly from your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other devices without cables. In this guide, we’ll walk you through every step — from unboxing and powering up to troubleshooting common issues.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **Table of Contents**

1. Introduction
2. What You’ll Need
3. Preparations: Before You Begin
4. Method 1: Connect via Wireless Setup Button
5. Method 2: Connect via WPS (Push Button)
6. Method 3: Connect Using USB + Software Setup
7. How to Install Drivers and Software
8. How to Print Wirelessly from Windows
9. How to Print Wirelessly from macOS
10. How to Print Wirelessly from iPhone / iPad
11. How to Print Wirelessly from Android
12. Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Setup
13. FAQs
14. Conclusion

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **1. Introduction**

Your Canon PIXMA TS3522 is a versatile all-in-one printer capable of printing, scanning, and copying. Wireless connectivity lets you print from anywhere in your house or office — no USB cable required. The key is successfully connecting the printer to your wireless router.

This guide covers **three connection methods** and helps you get set up step-by-step.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **2. What You’ll Need (Checklist)**

Before starting, make sure you have:

✔ A working Wi-Fi network
✔ Router name (SSID)
✔ Wi-Fi password (network key)
✔ Smartphone, tablet, or computer
✔ Canon PIXMA TS3522 printer
✔ Installed ink cartridges and paper
✔ (Optional) USB cable for software setup

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **3. Preparations: Before You Begin**

### **Step A – Power On the Printer**

Plug in the Canon PIXMA TS3522 printer and press the **POWER** button. Wait until the printer is fully on.

### **Step B – Check Wi-Fi Details**

Write down:
📍 **Wi-Fi network name (SSID)**
📍 **Wi-Fi password**

You’ll need these during setup.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **4. Method 1: Connect via Wireless Setup Button**

This is the most common method and works if your Wi-Fi router supports standard wireless setup.

### **Step-by-Step**

1. Make sure your printer is powered ON.
2. Press and hold the **Wi-Fi button** (usually a wireless icon) until the lamp flashes.
3. On the printer display, the Wi-Fi icon should start blinking — this signals it’s searching for a network.
4. On your computer or mobile device, open **Wi-Fi settings**.
5. Connect to the printer’s **temporary Canon setup network** (if it appears).
6. A setup window may appear automatically.
7. Enter your **home Wi-Fi SSID and password**.
8. Confirm and wait — the printer will attempt to connect.
9. Once connected, the Wi-Fi light will stay solid (no longer blinking).

✅ Your Canon PIXMA TS3522 should now be connected to Wi-Fi!

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **5. Method 2: Connect via WPS (Push-Button)**

WPS is easy if your router has a **WPS button**.

### **Steps:**

1. Power on the printer.
2. Press and hold the **Wi-Fi button** on the printer until the Wi-Fi lamp begins to flash.
3. Within 2 minutes, go to your router and **press the WPS button**.
4. The printer will automatically search and connect to your Wi-Fi network.
5. When successful, the Wi-Fi light will stop blinking and glow steady.

📌 *Note: If your router doesn’t have a WPS button, use Method 1 or Method 3.*

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **6. Method 3: Connect Using USB + Software Setup**

If other methods fail, use the Canon software setup with a USB connection.

### **Steps:**

1. Connect a **USB cable** from your computer to the printer.
2. On your computer, **download the Canon setup software** from Canon’s official website.
3. Run the installer. It will detect the printer.
4. When prompted, select **Wireless Connection**.
5. Enter your Wi-Fi SSID and password.
6. Setup completes and the printer will stay connected wirelessly.
7. You can safely disconnect the USB cable.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **7. How to Install Drivers and Software**

To use all printer features, you need drivers installed on your device.

### **Windows**

1. Go to **Canon Support website**.
2. Enter model: **PIXMA TS3522**.
3. Download the **drivers and software package** for Windows.
4. Run the installer and follow on-screen prompts.
5. Select **Wireless Connection**.

### **Mac**

1. Open **System Preferences → Printers & Scanners**.
2. Click **+** to add a printer.
3. Select **Canon TS3522**.
4. macOS will auto-download drivers.
5. Complete installation.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **8. How to Print Wirelessly from Windows**

Once Wi-Fi is connected and drivers installed:

1. Open the document or photo.
2. Click **File → Print**.
3. Select **Canon TS3522**.
4. Adjust settings and click **Print**.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **9. How to Print Wirelessly from macOS**

1. Open the file.
2. Go to **File → Print**.
3. Choose **Canon TS3522**.
4. Change preferences if needed.
5. Click **Print**.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **10. How to Print Wirelessly from iPhone / iPad**

Use **AirPrint** if supported:

1. Make sure your device is on the **same Wi-Fi** as the printer.
2. Open the app (Photos, Mail, Safari, etc.).
3. Tap the **Share** icon → **Print**.
4. Choose **Canon TS3522**.
5. Tap **Print**.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **11. How to Print Wirelessly from Android**

1. Download **Canon PRINT Inkjet / SELPHY app** from Google Play.
2. Open the app.
3. Tap **Add Printer**.
4. Select your **PIXMA TS3522**.
5. Follow prompts to print photos, documents, or scans.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **12. Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Setup**

Even if the steps seem simple, problems can happen. Here are common issues and solutions.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

### ❗ **Printer Not Connecting to Wi-Fi**

✅ Ensure SSID and password are correct
✅ Move printer closer to the router
✅ Restart printer and router
✅ Avoid Wi-Fi extenders if unstable

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

### ❗ **Wi-Fi Light Blinking / Not Solid**

🔹 If flashing slowly — trying to connect
🔹 If blinking fast — error

**Solution:**

1. Turn printer off → on
2. Reset network settings
*Press and hold Wi-Fi button until alarm lamp flashes 10 times*

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

### ❗ **Computer Can’t Find Printer**

✔ Make sure Wi-Fi is on
✔ Printer and computer must be on same network
✔ Turn firewall/security software off temporarily

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

### ❗ **Printer Keeps Losing Connection**

📍 Interference from walls or other devices
📍 Temporary router issues
**Fix:** Restart router, reposition devices

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **13. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)**

### **Q1: Why won’t my Canon TS3522 connect to Wi-Fi?**

Common reasons:
✔ Wrong password
✔ Network interference
✔ Router compatibility (try 2.4 GHz, not 5 GHz)

### **Q2: Can I connect using WPS?**

Yes — if your router supports it.

### **Q3: Do I need a USB cable?**

Not for wireless — but helpful for software setup.

### **Q4: How can I print from my phone?**

Use AirPrint (iPhone) or Canon PRINT app (Android).

### **Q5: Can multiple devices print at once?**

Yes — any device on the same Wi-Fi can print.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

### **Q6: Can I change Wi-Fi after initial setup?**

Yes — just reset network settings and run setup again.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

### **Q7: Is a static IP recommended?**

Not required — but helpful for consistent connectivity.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**

## **14. Conclusion**

Connecting your Canon PIXMA TS3522 to Wi-Fi doesn’t have to be confusing. By following the steps above — whether using the wireless setup button, WPS, or USB software setup — you can have your printer connected and printing in no time. Wireless printing gives you freedom to print from anywhere on your network with laptops, phones, or tablets.

**Printer Tales at 1-866-203-7571**