The Canon SELPHY CP1500 Wireless Photo Printer is designed for users who want to easily produce vibrant, long-lasting, lab-quality photo prints directly from their smart devices or cameras. Its primary advantage lies in its effortless wireless operation and the durability of its prints, though it focuses exclusively on smaller print formats rather than general-purpose document printing.
Long-Lasting Prints: Produces photos with a special protective coating that makes them water, scratch, and fingerprint resistant, designed to last up to 100 years when stored in an album.
Vibrant Lab-Quality Photos: Utilizes dye-sublimation technology to create richly colored prints with 16.7 million colors, ensuring high-quality results.
Fast Printing Speed: Capable of producing postcard-sized prints in approximately 41 seconds, ready for immediate handling.
Versatile Print Sizes: Supports a range of print sizes from standard postcard (100 x 148mm) down to mini stickers (22 x 17.3mm).
Seamless Wireless Connectivity: Offers easy wireless printing from smart devices via the SELPHY Photo Layout app, which also enables customization with stamps, filters, and QR codes.
Multiple Connection Options: Beyond wireless, it connects to computers and cameras, and supports direct printing via USB-C, USB flash drives, and built-in SD/SDHC/SDXC card reader.
Compact & User-Friendly Design: Features a space-saving design, a large LCD screen for easy operation, and is available in chic color finishes.
Prints last up to 100 years, resistant to water, scratches, and fingerprints.
Delivers vibrant, lab-quality photos with 16.7 million colors.
Fast printing, with postcard sizes ready in 41 seconds.
Extremely easy and convenient wireless printing from smartphones via the app.
Offers a variety of print sizes, including stickers, for creative projects.
Multiple connectivity options including Wi-Fi, USB-C, and SD card slot.
Limited to smaller photo print sizes (up to postcard size).
Requires specific dye-sublimation paper and ink cartridges.
Not designed for general document printing.
Advanced mobile features are dependent on the SELPHY Photo Layout app.
Prints last up to 100 years, resistant to water, scratches, and fingerprints.
Delivers vibrant, lab-quality photos with 16.7 million colors.
Fast printing, with postcard sizes ready in 41 seconds.
Extremely easy and convenient wireless printing from smartphones via the app.
Offers a variety of print sizes, including stickers, for creative projects.
Multiple connectivity options including Wi-Fi, USB-C, and SD card slot.
Limited to smaller photo print sizes (up to postcard size).
Requires specific dye-sublimation paper and ink cartridges.
Not designed for general document printing.
Advanced mobile features are dependent on the SELPHY Photo Layout app.
The Canon SELPHY CP1500 excels at delivering instant, high-quality photo prints for various personal and creative applications. Its dye-sublimation process ensures that colors are consistent and vibrant, making it ideal for preserving memories from family events, vacations, or everyday moments.
Imagine you're at a birthday party, and guests want instant prints of their favorite shots. With the CP1500, you can connect wirelessly from your smartphone using the SELPHY Photo Layout app, select photos, add fun borders or filters, and have durable, ready-to-handle prints in under a minute. This capability is perfect for creating photo albums, scrapbooking projects, or even small gifts.
For photographers, the direct printing from SD cards or USB-C means you can quickly get physical copies of images right after a shoot without needing a computer. The ability to print mini stickers also opens up possibilities for personalizing journals, planners, or crafts. The protective coating on prints means you don't have to worry about smudges or accidental spills, making them suitable for active use and handling.
Unpack: Carefully remove the printer, power adapter, and paper tray from the box.
Connect Power: Plug the power adapter into the printer and an electrical outlet.
Load Paper & Ink: Open the cartridge cover, insert the ink cassette until it clicks, then load the paper into the paper tray, ensuring the glossy side is facing up.
Power On: Press the power button. Follow any on-screen prompts on the large LCD.
Connect Wirelessly: Download the SELPHY Photo Layout app on your smartphone or tablet. Follow the app's instructions to connect your device to the printer's Wi-Fi network.
Direct Connection: For computers, connect via USB-C cable. For cameras, connect directly or insert an SD card or USB flash drive into the appropriate slots.
Smart Devices: Compatible with smartphones and tablets via the Canon SELPHY Photo Layout app (iOS and Android).
Computers: Connects via USB-C.
Cameras: Supports direct connection.
Storage: Compatible with USB flash drives and SD, SDHC, and SDXC memory cards.
Cleaning: Gently wipe the exterior of the printer with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials. Do not attempt to clean internal components unless specified in the user manual.
Consumables: Always use genuine Canon SELPHY ink and paper sets to ensure optimal print quality and printer longevity.
Storage: Store the printer in a clean, dry, dust-free environment when not in use. Avoid extreme temperatures and direct sunlight.