Adjusting the PrintheadAdjusting the Printhead Alignment ManuallyIf printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Printhead alignment. Adjust thePrinthead alignment automatically or manually by using a printed test pattern.You can adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually. Normally, choose automatic adjustment. Ifusing special media or printing does not improve even after performing automatic adjustment using advancedadjustment, try manual adjustment. For instructions on automatic adjustment, see “Adjusting the PrintheadAlignment Automatically”. (→P.649)Follow these steps for standard manual adjustment of the Printhead.Note• If Manual Head Adj is unusable although displayed in the menu, choose Advanced Adj. in Auto HeadAdj. Manual Head Adj is available in the menu after you try Auto Head Adj. once.1. When using sheets, have two unused sheets A4-sized or larger ready.When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider.• Setting the Roll on the Roll Holder (→P.179)• Loading the Roll in the Printer (→P.182)• Loading the Sheet in the Printer (→P.212)Note• Always make sure the loaded paper matches the media type setting on the printer. Adjustmentcannot be completed correctly unless the setting value matches the loaded paper.• We recommend using the type of paper you use most often for adjustment.2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU.3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the ► button.4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual Head Adj, and then press the ► button.5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.A test pattern is printed for printhead adjustment.6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select D, and then press the ► button.7. Press ▲ or ▼ to select D-1, and then press the ► button.Maintenance 651
