Edges of objects are blurred.
Basic image
[Symptom A]
[Symptom B]
[Symptom C]
[Cause]
The ink dries too slowly.
The ink is ejected excessively.
[Cause]
The print head position is misaligned.
The bidirectional print position is
misaligned.
[Cause]
The media advance
compensation is not proper.
Cause
Solution
[Symptom A]
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The ink dries too slowly.
l
The ink is ejected excessively.
(1) Decrease the all three heaters by 5°C.
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* Before starting the print, ensure that the heater temperature was decreased to the
target temperature.
(2) Set the "#IMAGE IMPROVE." to "MEDIUM", "HIGH, FINE GRAIN", or "HIGH, LESS
SPRAY".
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(3) Change the print mode to be slower.
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(4) Print in unidirectional mode.
(5) Use the proven media.
(6) With the RIP software, apply the profile with the low ink amount ejected.
* Note that the hue may change by decreasing the ejected ink amount.
[Symptom B]
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The print head position is
misaligned.
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The bidirectional print position is
misaligned.
(1) Adjust the print head position. (
P.78
)
(2) Adjust the bidirectional print positions. (
P.82
)
[Symptom C]
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The media advance
compensation is not proper.
Adjust the media advance compensation.
* The media advance compensation differs depending on the winding mode, LOOSE or
TENSION.
[Symptom C]
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The media advance accuracy is
poor, or is not stable.
(1) Check that the media was installed properly with the conditions below.
- The installed media is properly parallel to the Printer and the flange.
- The operation panel shows the media type correctly.
- The supply-side tension bar length is proper and it is placed on the center of the
media.
- The media winding mode is optimal to the installed media.
- If the media is curled or wrinkled, see the description on the problem, “The media is
curled or wrinkled.”
(2) Adjust the pressure on the media with the pressure control knob.
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(3) Set the "#IMAGE IMPROVE." to "LOW", "MEDIUM", "HIGH, FINE GRAIN", or "HIGH,
LESS SPRAY".
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(4) Change the print mode to be slower.
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