Adjusting Image Quality

If the print results or scanned images are not satisfactory such as low image quality, poor reproducibility, or print color mismatch, try the adjustments below.

Making a diagnosis

Adjusting

Making a diagnosis

Print head diagnosis

Diagnose the print head, colors, and color mismatch and correct any problem. Diagnosing the Print Head

Adjusting

Nozzle check pattern

Check the condition of the print head nozzles if printouts are faded or streaks in a different color appear. Checking the Condition of the Nozzles

Black Text Processing Adjustment for Color

You can make an adjustment such that black or nearly black text is reproduced in a color closely matching with the original that was scanned in color. Adjusting Values for Text Color Reproducibility

Color Correction

Adjust unevenness in density in printouts so density is even.Correcting Colors

Abrasion Prevention

Ink smudges on printouts may indicate the print head is rubbing against the paper. If printouts are smudged, try abrasion prevention. Preventing Abrasion

Print Head Alignment

Adjust the position of the print head if colors are not aligned in printouts, etc. Aligning the Print Head

Density/Drying Time Adjustment

Adjust print density and drying time if the backsides of output sheets get ink on them from next output sheets. Adjusting the Density and Ink Drying Time

Paper Curl Adjustment After Printing

If curling in output paper causes paper in the output tray to be untidy, adjust paper curling. Adjusting Paper Curling after Printing

Margin Adjustment

Adjust margins if printing is off center or if printing goes outside the print area. Adjusting Margins

Correcting Stacking in the Output Tray

Correct stacking in the output tray if paper arches or rolls back and causes paper in the output tray to be untidy. Correcting Arching of Paper when Output