Canon printer PIXMA MX492 User Manual
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Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable streaks in the associated boxes.Even if the patterns with the least noticeable streaks are clicked in the preview window, their numbers are automatically entered in the associated boxes. When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK. Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical streaks. (A) Least noticeable vertical streaks (B) Most noticeable vertical streaks 9. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The second pattern is printed. Important • Do not open the paper output cover while printing is in progress. 10. Check the printed pattern Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable streaks in the associated boxes. Even if the patterns with the least noticeable streaks are clicked in the preview window, their numbers are automatically entered in the associated boxes. 181
When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK. Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical streaks. (A) Least noticeable vertical streaks (B) Most noticeable vertical streaks 11. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The third pattern is printed. Important • Do not open the paper output cover while printing is in progress. 12. Check the printed pattern Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable stripes in the associated boxes. Even if the patterns with the least noticeable stripes are clicked in the preview window, their numbers are automatically entered in the associated boxes. 182
When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK. Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal stripes. (A) Least noticeable horizontal stripes (B) Most noticeable horizontal stripes Note • To print and check the current setting, open the Start Print Head Alignment dialog box, and click Print Alignment Value . 183
Aligning the Print Head Position Automatically from Your Computer Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and lines. This printer supports two head alignment methods: automatic head alignment and manual head alignment. Normally, the printer is set for automatic head alignment. If the printing results of automatic print head alignment are not satisfactory, perform manual head alignment . The procedure for performing automatic print head alignment is as follows: Print Head Alignment 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2. Click Print Head Alignment on the Maintenance tab The Start Print Head Alignment dialog box opens. 3. Load paper in the printer Load one sheet of A4 size or Letter size plain paper into the cassette. Note • The number of sheets to be used differs when you select the manual head alignment. • If the cassette paper information registered on the printer is not set to A4 size and plain paper, an error may occur. For instructions on what to do if an error occurs, see " Paper setting for Printing ." For details about the cassette paper information to be registered on the printer, see the following: • Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Media Type) • Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Paper Size) 4. Print head alignment pattern printing Make sure that the printer is on and click Align Print Head. The adjustment pattern is printed. Important • Do not open the paper output cover while printing is in progress. 5. Adjustment pattern scanning After the adjustment pattern is printed, a message is displayed. As instructed in the message, load the adjustment pattern onto the platen, and press the Start button on the printer. Print head alignment starts. 184
Note• To print and check the current setting, open the Start Print Head Alignment dialog box, and click Print Alignment Value .185
Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check PatternThe nozzle check function allows you to check whether the print head is working properly by printing a nozzle check pattern. Print the pattern if printing becomes faint, or if a specific color fails to print. The procedure for printing a nozzle check pattern is as follows: Nozzle Check 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2. Click Nozzle Check on the Maintenance tab The Nozzle Check dialog box opens. Click Initial Check Items to display the items that you need to check before printing the nozzle check pattern. 3. Load paper in the printer Load one sheet of A4 size or Letter size plain paper into the cassette. Note • If the cassette paper information registered on the printer is not set to A4 size and plain paper, an error may occur. For instructions on what to do if an error occurs, see " Paper setting for Printing ." For details about the cassette paper information to be registered on the printer, see the following: • Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Media Type) • Paper Settings on the Printer Driver and the Printer (Paper Size) 4. Print a nozzle check pattern Make sure that the printer is on and click Print Check Pattern. Printing of the nozzle check pattern begins. Click OK when the confirmation message appears. The Pattern Check dialog box opens. 5. Check the print result Check the print result. If the print result is normal, click Exit. If the print result is smudged or if there are any unprinted sections, click Cleaning to clean the print head. Related Topic Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer 186
Cleaning the Machine Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Cleaning the ADF (Auto Document Feeder) Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) 187
Cleaning the Exterior of the MachineBe sure to use a soft and dry cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently.Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning. Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine. • The power cannot be turned off while the machine is sending or receiving a fax, or when unsentfaxes are stored in the machine's memory. Make sure if the machine completed sending or receiving all the faxes before unplugging the power cord. • The machine cannot send or receive faxes when the power is turned off. • If the power cord is unplugged, the date/time settings will be reset and all documents stored in the machine's memory will be lost. Send or print a necessary document before unplugging the power cord. • Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface. Paper tissue powder or fine threads may remain inside the machine and cause problems such as print head blockage and poor printing results. • Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to cleanthe machine, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the surface of the machine. 188
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine. • The power cannot be turned off while the machine is sending or receiving a fax, or when unsentfaxes are stored in the machine's memory. Make sure if the machine completed sending or receiving all the faxes before unplugging the power cord. • The machine cannot send or receive faxes when the power is turned off. • If the power cord is unplugged, the date/time settings will be reset and all documents stored in the machine's memory will be lost. Send or print a necessary document before unplugging the power cord. • Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface. Paper tissue powder or fine threads may remain inside the machine and cause problems such as print head blockage and poor printing results. • Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to cleanthe machine, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the surface of the machine. Use a soft, clean, lint-free and dry cloth. Wipe the platen glass (A) and the inner side of the document cover (white sheet) (B) gently. Make sure not to leave any residue, especially on the glass surface. Important • The inner side of the document cover (white sheet) (B) is easily damaged, so wipe it gently. 189
Cleaning the ADF (Auto Document Feeder)Be sure to use a soft, clean, lint-free and dry cloth to clean the ADF (Auto Document Feeder). Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine. • The power cannot be turned off while the machine is sending or receiving a fax, or when unsentfaxes are stored in the machine's memory. Make sure if the machine completed sending or receiving all the faxes before unplugging the power cord. • The machine cannot send or receive faxes when the power is turned off. • If the power cord is unplugged, the date/time settings will be reset and all documents stored in the machine's memory will be lost. Send or print a necessary document before unplugging the power cord. • Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as not to scratch the surface. Paper tissue powder or fine threads may remain inside the machine and cause problems such as print head blockage and poor printing results. • Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to cleanthe machine, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the surface of the machine. 1. Open the document cover. 2. Open the document feeder cover. 190