Note• If you are using the XPS printer driver, the "Canon IJ Status Monitor" becomes the "Canon IJ XPSStatus Monitor".AboutOpens the About dialog box.The version of the printer driver, plus a copyright notice, can be checked.In addition, the language to be used can be switched.Initial Check ItemsCheck that the printer power is on, and open the cover of the printer.Check the following items for each ink. Then, if necessary, perform Nozzle Check or Cleaning.• Check the amount of ink remaining in the cartridge.• Make sure that you push in the ink cartridge completely until you hear a clicking sound.• If an orange tape is adhered to the ink cartridge, peel it off completely.Any remaining tape will hinder ink output.• Check that the ink cartridges are installed in their correct positions.Start Print Head Alignment dialog boxThis dialog box allows you to adjust the attachment position for the print head, or to print the currentsetting value for the print head position.Note• For a detailed procedure on head position adjustment, see "Aligning the Print Head Position fromYour Computer."Align Print HeadAligns the print head.Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colorsand lines.Align the print head immediately after installing the print head.Print Alignment ValueClick this button to check the current setting value of the print head position.Prints the current setting value for the print head position.Print Head Alignment dialog boxTo adjust the print head position, click Align Print Head in the Start Print Head Alignment dialog box,and perform the operations instructed in the messages. The Print Head Alignment dialog box is thendisplayed.This dialog box allows you to check the printed pattern and adjust the print head position.Preview WindowDisplays the pattern of Print Head Alignment, and checks the position of the selected pattern.You can also change the setting by clicking the pattern on the screen directly.Select the Pattern NumberCompare the printed adjustment patterns, and enter the pattern number of the pattern with theleast visible streaks or horizontal stripes into the corresponding box.210
