Canon MP470 Print Results Not Satisfactory, Troubleshooting61, Type of the loaded paper?

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Print Results Not Satisfactory

If the print result is not satisfactory such as white streaks, misaligned lines, and uneven colors, confirm the paper and print quality settings first.

Check 1 : Do the page size and media type settings match the size and

type of the loaded paper?

When these settings are incorrect, you cannot obtain a proper print result. If you are printing a photograph or an illustration, incorrect paper type setting may reduce the quality of printout color. Also, if you print with an incorrect paper type setting, the printed surface may be scratched. In borderless printing, uneven coloring may occur depending on the combination of the paper type setting and the loaded paper.

Check 2: Did you set the print quality setting appropriately?

Select a print quality option suitable to the paper and image for printing. If you notice blurs or uneven colors, increase the print quality setting and try printing again.

*When printing from a PictBridge compliant device, set the print quality setting by using the Operation Panel on the machine. You cannot make this setting from a PictBridge compliant device.

*You cannot change the print quality setting when printing from a wireless communication device.

The method to confirm the paper and print quality settings differs depending on what you do with your machine.

To copy or to print from your memory card by operating the machine

To print from a PictBridge compliant device

To print from a wireless communication device

To print from a computer

Confirm by using the Operation Panel on the machine. See the pages where each printing mode is explained in this manual.

Confirm by using your PictBridge compliant device or the Operation Panel on the machine. See "Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device" on page 32.

Confirm by using the Operation Panel on the machine. Refer to

"Printing Photographs from a Wireless Communication Device" in the User's Guide on-screen manual.

Confirm by using the printer driver.

Refer to the PC Printing Guide on-screen manual.

Check 3: If the problem is not resolved, there may be other causes. See also the sections below.

"Colors Are Unclear" on page 62

"Printing Does Not Start/Printing Is Blurred/Colors Are Wrong/Straight Lines Are Misaligned" on page 62

"White Streaks" on page 63

"Printed Paper Curls or Has Ink Blots" on page 63

"Printed Surface Is Scratched/Paper Is Smudged" on page 63

"Colors Are Uneven or Streaked" on page 65

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Contents Quick Start Guide Help Us Help You Better Getting Help from CanonCustomer Technical Support Sequence MP470series Quick Start GuideDisclaimer Table of Contents 2Before Using the Machine Before Using the MachineStop/Reset button Alarm lampBefore Using the Machine Basic Operation on the Menu Screen How to Navigate Menus on the LCD4Before Using the Machine Scan mode Copy modeMemory card mode Maintenance/settings6Before Using the Machine Basic Operation on the Settings ScreenFor details on the setting Items About the Power Plug 8Before Using the MachineTurning the Machine On and Off Turning on the MachineHandling the Original Document Screen-saver ModeOriginal Document Requirements Loading Original DocumentsTo scan photographs Inches / 1 mmBefore Using the Machine Loading Printing Paper Using Specialty MediaPhoto Quality Media Suited For Business DocumentsPaper Handling Recommended Paper and Requirements Media Types You Cannot Use Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading it When Printing on Plain PaperLoading Paper Load Paper Prepare to load paperUse either European DL or US Comm. Env. #10-sized envelope Loading EnvelopesQt Important Load the envelopesLoad the paper Loading Small-Sized PaperCopying Setting ItemsMaking Copies CopyingCopying21 Using Useful Copy Functions Memory Cards Supported by This Machine Printing from a Memory CardPrinting from a Memory Card Na!ntInserting the Memory Card Printable Image DataPrinting Photographs Display photo Removing the Memory CardPrepare for printing Start printingOFF Setting ItemsMultiselect print Using Useful Printing FunctionsPrinting by Using the Photo Index Sheet Printing from Your Computer Specify the required settings and click OKPrinting with Windows Printing from Your ComputerPrinting with Macintosh Media Pop-up menu Specify the required settingsMake sure that your machines name is Selected in Format for Select Size of the loaded paperScanning Methods Scanning ImagesPrinting Photographs Directly from a Compliant Device Printing Photographs Directly from a Compliant DeviceConnectable Devices Printable Image Data FormatStart printing from your PictBridge compliant device Connect the PictBridge compliant device to the machinePaper Size and Paper Type Settings About PictBridge Print SettingsSettings on a PictBridge Compliant Device Date/File No. Print Setting Layout SettingImage Optimize Setting Trimming SettingSpecify the Setting Setting on the MachineDisplaying the PictBridge Settings Screen For When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect Routine MaintenanceRoutine Maintenance Before performing maintenancePrint the nozzle check pattern Printing the Nozzle Check PatternIf There Are No Missing Lines and No White Streaks Examining the Nozzle Check PatternCheck the nozzle check pattern you printed If Lines Are Missing or White Streaks Are Present Start Print Head Cleaning Print Head CleaningConfirm the condition of the Print Head Print Head Deep CleaningStart Print Head Deep Cleaning Print the print head alignment pattern Aligning the Print HeadAdjust the print head position Getting the Ink Status Information Replacing a Fine CartridgeHandling Fine Cartridges Replacing Fine CartridgesRemove the empty Fine Cartridge Push down the Fine Cartridge Install the Fine Cartridge Prepare the replacement Fine cartridgeRoutine Maintenance Keeping the Best Printing Results When You Turn Off the MachineWhen You Are Not Using the Machine for a Long Time Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Cleaning Your MachineCleaning the Exterior of the Machine Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Roller cleaning Maintenance/settings screen is displayed Cleaning the Inside of the Machine Bottom plate cleaningPerform bottom plate cleaning Cleaning the Protrusions Inside the Machine Troubleshooting TroubleshootingTroubleshooting57 An Error Message Is Displayed on the LCDAn Unintended Language Is Displayed on the LCD LCD Cannot Be Seen At All1Click Start then Computer Cannot Install the MP DriversTroubleshooting59 This device can perform faster Message Is Displayed Cannot Connect to Computer ProperlyType of the loaded paper? Troubleshooting61Print Results Not Satisfactory Colors Are Unclear White Streaks Troubleshooting63Printed Paper Curls or Has Ink Blots Printed Surface Is Scratched/Paper Is SmudgedReduce the Intensity setting. Then try printing again Troubleshooting65 Print Result Not Satisfactory When CopyingPrinting Does Not Start Colors Are Uneven or StreakedMachine is not ready Does Not Feed ProperlyPaper Jams Troubleshooting67Writing Error/Output Error/Communication Error Error Message Appears on the Computer ScreenTroubleshooting69 Error No Is DisplayedError No /1710 Is Displayed Device Error Message Appears on a PictBridge CompliantCannot Remove a Memory Card Troubleshooting71Cannot Print Properly from a Photo Index Sheet Printing Does Not StartOther Scanning Troubles Scanning ProblemsScanGear Wont Start Read this guide when starting to use the machine How to Use the Documentation ProvidedAppendix Appendix73Appendix Reading the On-screen ManualsAppendix75 SpecificationsLayout PapertypeOperating System Processor BrowserBrowser Windows Html Help Viewer Appendix77Safety Precautions Safety PrecautionsSafety Precautions Machine Legal Limitations on Use of Your Product and Use of Images Users in the U.S.A Canon U.S.A., INC. Limited Warranty --- USA OnlyRegulatory Information FCC Notice U.S.A. Only For 120V, 60Hz modelSafety Precautions Authorized Service Facility Carry-In /Mail-In Service USA Canon U.S.A., Inc One Canon Plaza Lake Success, NYIndex IndexCanon Specialty Papers Ordering InformationDescription Order # Canon INC QT5-1007-V01