Canon printer PIXMA i475D User Manual

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4 Align the Print Head.
(1)Look at the print out. From the patterns, select the most even, least irregular 
patterns and enter the number that corresponds.
(4)When the confirmation message is displayed, click OK
OKOK OK. NoteIf it is difficult to pick up the best pattern on Column H, pick the setting 
that produces the least noticeable vertical white stripes.
(2)Enter the numbers.
(3)Click OK
OKOK OK.
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1With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter paper in the printer.
Move the paper thickness lever to the left position.
2Open the BJ Printer Utility dialog box.
(1)Double-click the hard disk icon where the printer driver was installed, the 
Applications
ApplicationsApplications Applications folder, and the Utilities
UtilitiesUtilities Utilities folder.
(2)Double-click the Print Center
Print CenterPrint Center Print Center icon.
(3)Select i475D from the Name
NameName Name list and...

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(1)Look at the print out. From the patterns, select the most even, least irregular 
patterns and enter the number that corresponds.
NoteIf it is difficult to pick up the best pattern on Column H, pick the setting 
that produces the least noticeable vertical white stripes.
(2)Enter the numbers.
(3)Click Send
SendSend Send.
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Replacing an Ink Tank
When replacing an ink tank, check the model number very carefully. 
The printer will not print properly if the wrong ink tank is used, or installed in 
the incorrect position.
„Replacing an Ink Tank
When an ink tank runs out of ink, replace it using the following steps.
1Ensure that the printer is turned on, and then open the front cover.
The print head holder moves to the left.
2Remove the empty ink tank.
ImportantzHandle ink tanks carefully to avoid...

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3Prepare a replacement ink tank.
(1)Unpack a new ink tank and remove the orange protective cap.
4Insert the ink tank.
(1)Insert a new ink tank into a slot.
(2)Push in the tab until the ink tank snaps firmly into place. ImportantzDo not re-attach the protective cap once you have removed it.
zOnce the protective cap is removed, do not touch the open ink port.
NotezTo maintain optimal print quality, use an ink tank within six months 
of its first use.
zOnce an ink tank has been used,...

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5Reset the ink counter.
6Close the front cover.
ImportantAfter replacing an ink tank, be sure to reset the ink counter with the 
front cover open.
The remaining ink volume display on the operation panel is displayed 
properly only if the ink counter is reset.
NoteIf you have replaced both black and color ink tanks, press the cursor 
buttons and after both ink tanks have themark set above them, press 
the OK
OKOK OK button.
Note
Message Prompting Confirmation of Ink Tank...

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„How Low Ink Warning Setting Works
The low ink warning notifies you of low ink levels during printing. The Low Ink Warning 
has been preset to be automatically displayed.
When you reset the ink counter, it will assume that the ink tank is full regardless of 
how much ink actually remains. The reset is the only way to match the counter value 
with an actual ink volume. Reset the ink counter when installing a new ink tank.
Low Ink Warning Display
The '!' shows a low ink...

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BJ Status Monitor (Windows) BJ Printer Utility (Macintosh)
How to Display Low Ink Warning Correctly
• Reset the ink counter every time you install a new ink tank.
The ink counter cannot work correctly unless you synchronize it with the actual ink 
level. The ink counter can only be adjusted when it is reset at the time a new ink tank 
is installed.
• Do not reset the ink counter of an ink tank in use.
Synchronization of the counter and the actual ink level will not work properly....

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Troubleshooting
TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting usually falls into one of the following categories. In this chapter you will 
find the most common printing problems. Refer to the User's Guide for additional 
information on topics not covered in this section.
• "Cannot Install the Printer Driver
Cannot Install the Printer DriverCannot Install the Printer Driver Cannot Install the Printer Driver" on page 45
• "Print Quality is Poor or...

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Cannot Install the Printer Driver
ProblemPossible CauseTr y  Th is
Cannot Install the 
Printer DriverInstallation 
procedure not 
followed correctlyFollow the  Easy Setup Instructions for proper printer driver installation.
If the installer was forced to terminate due to an error, remove the CD-ROM from 
the CD-ROM drive and restart your computer. Reinstall the printer driver. If this 
problem persists, contact the Customer Care Center.
Other applications 
running in the...