Can't Change Country on Pixma TR4550

[mackattacker]

I bought a Pixma TR4550 when I was living in Italy. I've since relocated to the USA. The TR4550 uses PG-545 / CL-545 ink, while the equivalent USA version TR4520 printer uses PG-245 / CL-245 ink. They're the same cartridges, just different country codes.

Since I'm in the USA, I really only have the PG/CL-245 ink available without paying a premium to get Italian ink. I want to change my country on my device. The USA is not an option. When I select *Others, it tells me, "You need to set up the fax again."

But see I don't have a physical telephone line. Any attempt to set up the Fax fails because of this. So how can I update the country on my TR4550 so I can use the USA ink? 

I've moved internationally twice in the last 5 years. My job is highly mobile. I shouldn't have to buy a new printer every time I move to another country, especially when there's an identical version available.

[Ron]

Hi mackattacker,

Welcome to The Canon Community, and thank you for your inquiry!
We appreciate your participation, however, we need to let you know that the Canon Community is hosted and moderated within the United States by Canon USA. We are only able to provide support for Canon products manufactured for and used within the US market. The PIXMA TR4550 isn't sold or supported by our team here at Canon USA.
If you live outside the United States, please CLICK HERE and select your country or region for your support needs.
You're welcome to discuss Canon products sold outside of the United States, but please be aware that you will not receive support directly from Canon USA.