Aligning the Print Head Position Automatically fromYour ComputerPrint head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improvesdeviated colors and lines.This machine supports two head alignment methods: automatic head alignment and manualhead alignment. Normally, the machine is set for automatic head alignment. If the printingresults of automatic print head alignment are not satisfactory, perform manual headalignment.The procedure for performing automatic print head alignment is as follows:Print Head Alignment1. Open the printer driver setup window2. Click Print Head Alignment on the Maintenance tabThe Start Print Head Alignment dialog box opens.3. Load paper in the machineLoad one sheet of A4 size or Letter size plain paper into the rear tray.NoteThe number of sheets to be used differs when you select the manual headalignment.4. Print head alignment pattern printingMake sure that the machine is on and click Align Print Head.The adjustment pattern is printed.ImportantDo not open the cover while printing is in progress.5. Adjustment pattern scanningAfter the adjustment pattern is printed, a message is displayed.As instructed in the message, load the adjustment pattern onto the platen, and pressthe Start button on the machine.Print head alignment starts.87