Canon printer PIXMA SELPHY DS700 User Manual

Printing Maintenance
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„Aligning the Print Head
If print quality is poor, adjust the print head position. It may solve the problem.
1Prepare to print.
(1) Connect TV to the printer and turn them on.
See “Connect TV to the printer.” on page 13.
(2) Load the supplied paper or Canon 4×6/ 101.6×152.4mm paper into the paper 
support. See “Loading Paper” on page 18.
2Print the Pattern.
(1) Use the   buttons to select Tool Box from the menu screen and then press 
the  button.
3Align the Print Head.
(2) Press...

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(3) Press the   button.
The print head position is adjusted.
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Printing the current setting of the print head position
1 Connect TV to the printer and turn them on.
See “Connect TV to the printer.” on page 13.
2 Load the supplied paper or Canon 4×6/101.6 x 152.4mm Size paper into the 
paper support.
3 Select Tool Box and then press the   button.
4 Select Head alignment print and then press the   button.
The pattern print confirmation screen is displayed.
5 Select Yes and then...

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2Remove the empty ink tank. 
3Prepare a replacement ink tank.
4Insert the ink tank. 
5Close the cover.
The print head holder moves to the right.
(1) Push the tab.
(2) Remove the ink tank.
Important
• Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding area.
• Discard empty ink tanks according to the local laws and regulations regarding 
disposal of consumables.
(1) Unpack a new ink tank and remove the orange 
protective cap.
Important
• Do not re-attach the...

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• 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 and leave it out in 
the open. This will cause the ink tank to dry out and the printer may not function 
properly if it is reinstalled.
• Color ink is consumed in the head cleaning and deep cleaning, which are necessary 
to maintain the printer’s capabilities.
• When an ink tank runs out of ink, replace the ink tank with...

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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
How to Display Low Ink Warning...

Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Lets take a look at countermeasures against problems which may occur during use 
of the printer.
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Here, we will discuss errors indicated on TV, problems that might occur during direct 
printing from the digital camera. If you cannot find the symptom corresponding to a 
certain problem, refer to the User’s Guide.
• “Nothing is Displayed on TV/Image is Poor” on page 64
• “The Remote Control is not Working” on page 65
• “A Message is Displayed on TV” on page 65
•...

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The Remote Control is not Working
A Message is Displayed on TV
If a message is displayed on TV, take the corresponding countermeasure described 
below.
Possible CauseTry This
The distance between 
the remote control and 
the printer is too long/
there is an obstruction• Aim the remote control at the remote control receiver on the 
printer and bring it closer.
• Remove the obstruction if there is any impediment between the 
remote control and the printer.
• The remote control may...

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* The waste ink absorber absorbs ink used at cleaning.
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Accompanied by ink tank icon with ?
Always be sure to reset the ink counter when you replace ink tank.
See “Resetting the Ink Counter” on page 62.
A “?” is displayed next to the Ink counter between the time one ink tank is removed 
and the ink counter is reset when the next one is installed. Display of the “?” can be 
disabled by changing the settings on Remaining ink level indicator setting.
1 Connect TV to the printer and...

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Handling Error Messages
When a printer error occurs, the POWER lamp flashes. The number of flashes 
indicates the type of error that has occurred. Count the flashes and take the 
appropriate action to correct the error.
Number of 
FlashesPossible CauseTry This
Two flashes Printer is out of 
paperReload paper and press the RESUME/CANCEL button.
Three flashes Paper jam If a paper jam occurs, clear the jammed paper; reload 
paper in the printer, then press the RESUME/CANCEL 
button.
See...

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POWER lamp flashes alternately green and orange
An error that requires contacting a Canon service representative may have occurred.
Disconnect the cable from the printer, and then turn the printer off and unplug the printer from 
the power supply. After waiting 10 minutes, plug the power cord back in and turn on the 
printer. If the problem remains, contact a Canon service representative.
Paper Does Not Feed Properly
Possible CauseTry This
Inappropriate paper type 
usedCheck to...