What Ink Does the Canon PIXMA MG2922 Use?
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Quick answer: The Canon PIXMA MG2922 uses two FINE cartridges: Canon PG-245 Black and Canon CL-246 Color, with PG-245XL and CL-246XL as the high-yield versions. Castle Ink stocks remanufactured PG-245XL Black, CL-246XL Color and a PG-245XL + CL-246XL combo pack.
CastleScore · October 2026
72/100 — Recommended
Canon PIXMA MG2922
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 74 | 3.80★ average across 664 ratings at Amazon (3.8) |
| Expert reviews (18%) | — | No published numeric expert score we could verify. |
| Cost per page (24%) | 73 | About 7.7¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured PG-245XL and CL-246XL (about 300 pages each). |
| Reliability (13%) | 78 | Most-reported problems: wireless setup failures: printer won't join a router, WPS leaves the Wi-Fi lamp blinking, cableless setup ends with 'printer could not be detected'; wi-Fi lamp lit but printer not actually on the network; solid orange alarm light at power-on and the printer won't initialize |
| Features (12%) | 56 | Print, copy, scan, Wi-Fi. No document feeder, no auto two-sided printing, no fax, no touchscreen. |
| Value (5%) | 74 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough published expert scores for this printer, so that weight is spread across the other pillars.
Discontinued. Canon has retired the MG2922 and points owners to its Upgrade Program. PG-245 and CL-246 cartridges are still widely sold.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 12, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The cartridges, pictured
PG-245XL + CL-246XL 2-packBlack + Color
PG-245XL Black8278B001 · ~300 pages
CL-246XL Tri-color8280B001 · ~300 pages
PG-245XL + CL-246XL 2-pack
PG-245XL Black
CL-246XL Tri-colorOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
Canon PIXMA MG2922 Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Canon Part No. | Approx. Page Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canon PG-245 | Black (standard) | 8279B001 | ~180 pages |
| Canon PG-245XL | Black (high-yield) | 8278B001 | ~300 pages |
| Canon CL-246 | Color (standard) | 8281B001 | ~180 pages |
| Canon CL-246XL | Color (high-yield) | 8280B001 | ~300 pages |
The MG2922 is a two-cartridge printer: one pigment black cartridge for crisp text and one color cartridge that holds cyan, magenta and yellow in separate chambers. Both are Canon "FINE" cartridges, meaning the printhead is built into the cartridge itself — every replacement also gives you a brand-new set of nozzles, which is why clogs on this printer are usually fixed by a new cartridge.
The PIXMA MG2922 is a budget wireless print, copy and scan all-in-one that Canon has since retired. Retailers also list Canon's PG-243 and CL-244 cartridges for it, which are sometimes the only option on store shelves.
Standard vs. XL: Which Should You Buy?
The XL cartridges are the same physical size as the standard ones but hold more ink — about 300 pages each instead of about 180. On a printer this small, that difference adds up quickly, so XL is the better buy unless you print only a handful of pages a year. Our printer ink cost calculator shows the cost-per-page difference at your prices.
How to Replace Ink in the Canon PIXMA MG2922
- Make sure the printer is on, then open the paper output tray and the front cover. The cartridge holder slides to the replacement position.
- Push the empty cartridge down until it clicks, then lift it out of its holder.
- Unpack the new cartridge and gently peel off the protective tape. Do not touch the gold contacts or the nozzles on the underside.
- Insert the cartridge into its holder at a slight angle and push it up until it clicks into place.
- Close the front cover. The printer will initialize the new cartridge; wait for the power light to stop flashing before printing.
Troubleshooting Tips
"The remaining level of the ink cannot be correctly detected": This appears with refilled or remanufactured FINE cartridges because the chip remembers it was previously emptied. To continue, press and hold the printer's Stop/Reset button for at least 5 seconds. This disables the ink-level monitor for that cartridge only — the printer still works normally, you just won't see an accurate level for it.
Blinking orange alarm light: A blinking alarm lamp after a cartridge change usually means the cartridge is not seated or not recognized — remove it, reseat it until it clicks and try again. For a full list of causes see why is my Canon printer not printing.
Streaks or missing colors: Run Cleaning (and Deep Cleaning if needed) from the Canon PRINT app or printer driver, then print a nozzle check. If a cartridge still streaks after two cleanings, replace it — the printhead is on the cartridge. See printer printing faded text.
Cartridge "not recognized": Wipe the contacts with a dry lint-free cloth and reseat. Full steps: printer says ink cartridge not recognized.
Which Other Printers Use PG-245 / CL-246?
The same cartridges fit the Canon PIXMA MG2522, PIXMA MG2920, MG2924, MG2420, MG2520, MG2525, MG3020, iP2820, PIXMA MX492, TS202, TS302, PIXMA TS3122, TS3320 and PIXMA TR4520.
What PIXMA MG2922 owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, Canon's support community and owner reviews, answered in our words.
How can I see which network my MG2922 is actually on?
Hold the Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes 15 times, then let go. The printer prints a network information sheet with the network name, connection status and IP address.
The Wi-Fi light is on. Does that mean it's connected?
Not necessarily. The lamp only shows that wireless is switched on. Print the network sheet and look for an IP address to confirm a real connection.
It powers on with a solid orange alarm light and won't start. What can I try?
Check for jammed paper, reseat both cartridges and try a reset. If that doesn't clear it, Canon support is the next step, though Canon has retired this model and steers owners toward its Upgrade Program.
Is the MG2922 still supported by Canon?
It is a retired model. Canon no longer updates its drivers, has removed some support content and points owners to its Upgrade Specialists (1-866-443-8002).
Is there a pack with photo paper?
Canon's MG2922 support page lists a 245XL/246XL combo pack bundled with GP-601 photo paper, alongside the individual cartridges.
PIXMA MG2922 quirks worth knowing
- There is no screen, only LED lamps. Status and errors show up as lamp flashes, which is why the printed network sheet matters so much on this model.
- It supports Wireless PictBridge, so you can print straight from a compatible camera without a computer.
- The PG-243 black is cross-listed by retailers for 37 Canon models, from the iP2820 to the TS3350, so it is often the cartridge you'll actually find on a store shelf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use PG-243 and CL-244 in the MG2922?
Yes. Retailer compatibility lists for PG-243 (1287C001) and CL-244 include the MG2922, though Canon's own MG2922 support page lists only the PG-245/CL-246 family.
Will PG-240 or PG-260 fit the MG2922?
No. PG-240/CL-241 and PG-260/CL-261 are different cartridge families with different shapes. Use PG-245/CL-246 (or PG-243/CL-244).
Can the MG2922 print with only the black cartridge?
Both cartridges should normally be installed. If one runs out, Canon's driver has an Ink Cartridge Settings option on the Maintenance tab that lets you print with only black or only color until the replacement arrives.
Does the MG2922 print on both sides automatically?
No. It supports manual two-sided printing only, where you flip the paper when prompted.
Other printers that use PG-245 and CL-246
Canon PIXMA MX490 · Canon PIXMA TS3120 · Canon PIXMA TR4522 · Canon PIXMA TR4527 · Canon PIXMA iP2820 · Canon PIXMA MG3029 · Canon PIXMA MG2525 · Canon PIXMA MG2520
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