Canon printer PIXMA iP90 User Manual

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Aligning the Print Head
If ruled lines are displaced or the print result is unsatisfactory, Print Head alignment is 
required.
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1With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter-sized plain paper in the printer.
Move the Paper Thickness Lever (gray) to the right position.
2Open the Printer Properties dialog box.
See Opening the Printer Properties Dialog  Box Directly from the Start Menu on 
page 29.
3Print the pattern.
(1)Click the  Maintenance  tab. 
(2)Click Print Head Alignment ....

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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.
 
 
(4)When the confirmation message is displayed, click  OK.
Note
If it is difficult to pick up the best
 pattern on Column H, pick the setting 
that produces the least noticeable vertical white stripes.
(4)After the pattern is printed, click  Ye s.
(2)Enter the numbers.
(3)Click  OK.
Less noticeable white stripes More noticeable white stripes...

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1With the printer on, load a sheet of Letter-sized plain paper in the printer.
Move the Paper Thickness Lever (gray) to the right position.
2Open the BJ Printer Utility dialog box.
(1)Double-click the hard disk icon where the printer driver was installed, the 
Applications  folder, and the  Utilities folder.
(2) Double-click the  Printer Setup Utility  icon.
If you are using an OS other than Mac OS X v.10.3, double-click the  Print Center 
icon.
(3) Select  iP90 from the  Name list...

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4Align the Print Head.
(1)Look at the print out. From the patterns, select the most even, least irregular 
patterns.
Note If 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.
Less noticeable white stripes More noticeable white stripes
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Replacing an Ink Tank
If the print result is not improved after maintenance such as Print Head 
cleaning, an ink tank runs out of ink.  Replace the ink tank with a new one. 
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,...

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2Remove the empty ink tank.
(1)Push the tab.
(2) Remove the ink tank.
Then lift it from its slot.
Do not touch the Lock lever; remove only the ink tank.
3Prepare a replacement ink tank.
(1)Unpack a new ink tank and remove the orange Protective Cap.
Important
• Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining your clothes or 
surrounding area.
• Discard empty ink tanks according to the local laws and regulations  regarding disposal of consumables.
Important • Do not re-attach the...

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4Insert the ink tank.
(1)Insert a new ink tank with it slightly slanted.
(2) Push down on the   on the ink tank until it clicks into place.
5Close the Print Head Cover.
The Print Head Holder moves to the right.
Important When an ink tank is replaced, the ink counter must be reset.
See Resetting the Ink Counter  on page 64
Note • To maintain optimal print quality, use an ink tank within six months 
of its first use.
• Once an ink tank has been used, do not remove it from the printer...

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„Resetting the Ink Counter
When an ink tank is replaced, the ink counter must be reset.
The low ink warning is only displayed properly if the ink counter is reset.
Message Prompting Confirmation of Ink Tank Replacement
If an ink tank is removed, the printer will output a message prompting you to confirm 
replacement of the ink tank at the start of the next print job.
When an ink tank has been replaced, follow the procedure below to reset the ink 
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Resetting the Ink Coun ter in the Printer Properties dialog box
1Open the Printer Properties  dialog box and click the  Maintenance tab.
See Opening the Printer Properties Dialog  Box Directly from the Start Menu on 
page 29
2Click  Ink Counter Reset .
3Select the newly installed ink tank, then click  OK. 
1Open the BJ Printer Utility dialog box.
(1) Double-click the hard disk icon where the printer driver was installed, the 
Application  folder, and the  Utilities folder.
(2)...

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2Reset the Ink Counter.
(2) Click Ink Counter Reset .
(1) Select 
Remaining ink level setting  
from the pop-up menu.
(4) Click  OK.
(3)  Select the newly installed ink tank.
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