How to connect your Canon TS3522 to WiFi

The Canon TS3522 connects to WiFi through the printer's menu screen and your home network settings. The process takes about five minutes and requires your WiFi network name and password. Once connected, you can print from any device on your network without plugging in a USB cable.

The printer has a small LCD screen on the front panel where you navigate menus using arrow buttons. You'll use this screen to find the WiFi setup option, select your network, and enter your password. After that, the printer remembers your network and connects automatically each time you turn it on.

Key Takeaways

  • The Canon TS3522 connects to WiFi through its front panel menu, not through a computer or app.
  • You need your WiFi network name (SSID) and password before you start, so have those ready.
  • The printer will display a list of available networks on its screen — select yours and enter the password.
  • After connection, test the link by printing a network status sheet from the printer's menu to confirm it worked.

What you need before starting

Gather these three things before you begin. First, know your WiFi network name — this is the name that appears when you look for networks on your phone or computer. Second, have your WiFi password ready. Third, make sure your printer is turned on and positioned within reasonable range of your router (the same room or adjacent room usually works).

If you do not know your network name or password, check the sticker on the back or bottom of your router. The network name is often labeled SSID, and the password is sometimes labeled WPA Key or Network Key. If you cannot find it, you can log into your router's settings through a web browser on your computer, but that is more complicated — start by checking the physical sticker first.

Steps to connect through the printer menu

Press the Menu button on the Canon TS3522's front panel. This is the button with three horizontal lines, located below the LCD screen. The screen will show a menu with several options.

Use the arrow buttons to scroll down until you see "Settings" or "Device Settings." Press OK to enter that menu. Then scroll down again until you find "WiFi Settings" or "Network Settings." Press OK.

The printer will now show you a list of available WiFi networks. Scroll through the list until you find your network name. Press OK when it is highlighted. The printer will then prompt you to enter your WiFi password using the arrow buttons and OK button to select each letter and number.

This part is slow — you are selecting one character at a time from a small keyboard on the screen. Type your password exactly as it appears, including capital letters and special characters. When you finish, press OK or look for a "Connect" button on the screen. The printer will attempt to connect and should display a confirmation message within 10 to 15 seconds.

What to do if the password does not work

If the printer shows an error after you enter your password, the most common cause is a typing mistake. WiFi passwords are case-sensitive, meaning capital letters are different from lowercase letters. If your password is "MyNetwork123", typing "mynetwork123" will fail. Go back and try again, paying close attention to which letters should be capitals.

The second most common issue is that your router uses a 5 GHz network that the Canon TS3522 cannot see. Some routers broadcast two networks at once — one at 2.4 GHz and one at 5 GHz. The TS3522 only works with 2.4 GHz networks. If your router has two networks listed and you are not sure which is which, check your router's settings or contact your internet provider. You may need to enable the 2.4 GHz network separately.

If you still cannot connect after checking the password and network type, restart both the printer and your router. Turn off the printer, wait 30 seconds, and turn it back on. Then unplug your router, wait 30 seconds, and plug it back in. Once both devices have restarted, try the WiFi connection again from the printer menu.

Confirming the connection worked

After the printer displays a connection confirmation, print a network status sheet to verify everything is working. Press Menu on the printer, scroll to "Settings," then look for "Print Network Status" or "Network Status Sheet." Press OK. The printer will print a page showing your network name, IP address, and connection status.

If the status sheet prints successfully, your printer is connected to WiFi. If nothing prints, the connection did not work — go back to the WiFi settings menu and try again. A successful status sheet will show "Connected" next to your network name and will display an IP address that starts with 192.168 or 10.0.

Printing from your computer or phone after connecting

Once the printer is connected to WiFi, your computer or phone can find it on the network without a USB cable. On Windows, go to Settings, then Devices, then Printers and Scanners. Click "Add a printer or scanner" and wait for the Canon TS3522 to appear in the list. Click it and follow the prompts to install the printer driver if Windows asks for it.

On a Mac, go to System Preferences, then Printers and Scanners. Click the plus sign, and the Canon TS3522 should appear in the list of available printers. Select it and click "Add." On an iPhone or iPad, most apps that print (like Photos or Mail) will automatically detect the printer once it is on the same WiFi network — you just select it from the print menu when you need it.

If your computer or phone does not see the printer, make sure both devices are connected to the same WiFi network. The printer and your device must be on the same network to communicate. If they are on different networks (for example, if your phone is on a guest network), they cannot find each other.

Troubleshooting if the printer loses connection

If your Canon TS3522 was connected but stops printing and shows an offline status, the printer may have lost its connection to WiFi. The most common cause is that the printer was turned off for a while or moved to a different location. Turn the printer off, wait 10 seconds, and turn it back on. It should reconnect to your network automatically.

If it does not reconnect, check that your router is still on and working. Try connecting another device (like your phone) to the same WiFi network to confirm the network itself is functioning. If other devices can connect but the printer cannot, go back to the WiFi settings menu on the printer and re-enter your network information. Sometimes the printer forgets the connection details, especially after a power outage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I connect the Canon TS3522 to WiFi without a computer?

Yes. The printer connects to WiFi entirely through its own menu screen on the front panel. You do not need a computer at all — just your WiFi network name and password. Once connected, you can print from any device on your network.

What if I do not know my WiFi password?

Check the sticker on the back or bottom of your router — the password is usually printed there. If the sticker is missing or unreadable, you can reset your router to factory settings, but that will erase all your WiFi settings. It is easier to contact your internet provider and ask them to tell you the password.

Does the Canon TS3522 work with 5 GHz WiFi?

No. This printer only connects to 2.4 GHz networks. If your router broadcasts both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, you need to select the 2.4 GHz network from the printer menu. Check your router's settings to see if both bands are enabled, or contact your internet provider for help.

How do I remove the printer from WiFi if I want to sell it or give it away?

Go to the printer's WiFi settings menu, find the option to "Forget Network" or "Clear Network Settings," and select it. This erases the stored network information. The printer will no longer automatically connect to your WiFi, and the next person can set it up on their own network.

Can I print to the Canon TS3522 from outside my home?

No. The printer only works on your home WiFi network. You cannot print to it from your phone when you are away from home unless you set up cloud printing through Canon's app, which requires additional configuration beyond basic WiFi connection.