Canon IP90 „ Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern, Confirm the printed nozzle check pattern

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Printing Maintenance

„Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern

The nozzle check pattern should appear as follows when ink is discharged properly. Examine the nozzle check pattern output by the printer.

Note

If the ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern is not printed properly.

 

Replace an ink tank.

 

See "Replacing an Ink Tank" on page 61.

1 Confirm the printed nozzle check pattern.

(1)

(2)

(1)Lines missing in this pattern indicate that the Print Head of black ink requires cleaning.

When with lines missing (black ink)

(2)White stripes in this pattern indicate that the Print Head of color ink requires cleaning.

When white stripes appear (color ink)

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Contents Photo Printer Quick Start GuideGetting Help from Canon Series Photo Printer Quick Start Guide Copyright Contents Turning on the Printer Open the Paper Support Press the Power buttonBasic Printing Important About the Power Plug To turn off the printer, press the Power buttonTurning off the Printer „ Print Media to Avoid Loading Paper„ Preparing the Printer Flatten the four corners of the paper before loading itBasic Printing Prepare to load paper „ Loading Plain PaperLoad the paper „ Loading Envelopes Select 4 x 6 in in Page Size „ Loading 4 x 6 size papers„ Photo Quality Media Using Speciality MediaDocuments Paper Thickness „ Canon Speciality MediaClick Preferences or Properties Printing with WindowsPrint the document Basic Printing Specify the required settingsCreate a document or open a file to print Select Paper Size Printing with MacintoshSelect Quality & Media Canceling Printing „ Requirements for Infrared Communication with the Computer Printing Data through Infrared Communication„ Requirements for Infrared Communication with the PDA Set up the printerClick Infrared/Bluetooth connection Print Settings tab Start the Canon iP90 Setup UtilityWindows MacintoshSelect a desired layout for printing Basic Printing „ Changing the Document Print Settings Basic Printing Start Infrared Communication „ Performing Infrared CommunicationWhen printing with a mobile phone or PDA Advanced Printing Advanced PrintingOpen the Paper Support and turn on the printer „ Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant DeviceConnect the PictBridge compliant device to the printer About the Settings Explained Below „ Default Device Settings„ About Paper Size and Paper Type Advanced Printing „ About Image Data Format for Printing„ About Layout and Trimming „ About Date print Advanced Printing „ About Image optimizeYour application, select the command to print a document Accessing Printer DriverPrinter Driver Settings Adjusting Print Quality for PhotographsTo manually adjust Print Quality settings Paper and InkPage To automatically optimize the image To use Vivid Photo option To reduce noise from images captured with a digital camera Click OK Click OK on the Profiles tab Click the Profiles tab Enter new settings in ProfilesClick Add to Profiles Advanced Printing Open the Print dialog box „ Easy-PhotoPrint Windows/Macintosh Using the Bundle Software„ PhotoRecord Windows „ Easy-WebPrint WindowsStart Easy-PhotoPrint Printing Borderless PhotographsAdvanced Printing Select photographs Select the layout Advanced Printing Select the paperSelection tab Print tab Select Borderless fullPrinting Maintenance When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors are Incorrect„ Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Printing the Nozzle Check PatternPrint the Nozzle Check Pattern Click Print Check Pattern Click Nozzle Check Click Print Check Pattern Printing Maintenance Print the Nozzle Check PatternConfirm the printed nozzle check pattern „ Examining the Nozzle Check PatternSee Print Head Cleaning on Print Head Cleaning Printing Maintenance Start Print Head Cleaning Printing Maintenance Check the Print Head condition Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu Printing Maintenance Check the Print Head condition Print Head Deep Cleaning Click Deep Cleaning Printing Maintenance Start Print Head Deep CleaningPrinting Maintenance Check the Print Head condition Select Cleaning from the pop-up menu Printing Maintenance Check the Print Head condition Print the pattern Aligning the Print HeadAlign the Print Head Select Test Print from the pop-up menu Printing Maintenance Align the Print Head „ Replacing an Ink Tank Replacing an Ink TankPrepare a replacement ink tank Printing Maintenance Remove the empty ink tankClose the Print Head Cover Printing Maintenance Insert the ink tankCheck the message, and click Yes „ Resetting the Ink CounterSelect the replaced ink tank, and click OK Click Ink Counter Reset Printing Maintenance Reset the Ink Counter Low Ink Warning Display „ How Low Ink Warning Setting WorksHow to Display Low Ink Warning Correctly When an Error Occurs TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause Try This Cannot Install the Printer DriverClick Custom Install See Insert the ink tank. on Print Quality is Poor or Contains ErrorsSee Paper Does Not Feed Properly on Troubleshooting Printer Hardware Paper Does Not Feed Properly Curl, clean the Paper Feed RollerNumber Flashes Possible Cause Try This Handling Error MessagesTroubleshooting Printer not ready An Error Message Appears on the ScreenSee Resetting the Ink Counter on Message and ?, change a setup in accordance with Cannot Print Properly through Infrared Communication Possible Cause Try This Cannot Print Properly from the Digital CameraTroubleshooting Appendix AppendixAppendix User’s Guide Table of Contents „ Canon Li-ion Battery LB-51 Accessory Options„ Canon Cradle Kit CK-51B „ Canon Portable Kit LK-51B„ Bluetooth Unit BU-10 „ Canon Automobile Power Unit PU-100UTraveling Abroad with the Printer „ About Universal AC Adapter and Power Cord„ Fill Out the Ciws Card „ The Cautions When Carrying Printer Printer SpecificationsCamera Direct Print Universal AC AdapterBJ Printer Driver System Requirements AppendixAdditional System Requirements for Electric Manual Printer Safety PrecautionsThinners, etc. on top of the printer PrecautionsColor Printer Model K10249 Regulatory InformationCanon U.S.A., INC. 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IP90 specifications

The Canon IP90 is a portable inkjet printer that combines convenience with high-quality output, making it an excellent choice for professionals and on-the-go users. Launched as part of Canon's PIXMA series, the IP90 stands out with its compact design and robust functionality.

One of the most notable features of the Canon IP90 is its portability. Weighing just a few pounds, this printer is easily transportable, allowing users to print documents from various locations—whether at home, in the office, or while traveling. It operates on both AC power and battery power, with an optional battery pack, enhancing its versatility.

The Canon IP90 utilizes Canon's FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) technology, which ensures exceptional print quality. This technology employs microscopic nozzles that deliver precise ink droplets, resulting in sharp text and vibrant images. The printer's maximum print resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi produces stunning color outputs, making it ideal for printing photos as well as business documents.

Speed is another significant characteristic of the Canon IP90. It can print up to 20 pages per minute for black-and-white documents and about 14 pages per minute for color prints. This efficiency makes it a practical choice for users who need quick and reliable results.

The printer supports a wide range of paper sizes, including letter, legal, and photo sizes, as well as various media types like glossy photo paper and plain paper. This flexibility caters to diverse printing needs, from professional documents to personal keepsakes.

Connectivity is seamless with the Canon IP90, featuring USB and Bluetooth options to cater to various devices. The Bluetooth feature allows users to print wirelessly from smartphones, tablets, and laptops, enhancing convenience in today's mobile digital world.

Additionally, the Canon IP90 offers easy-to-use control features, including a simple interface and straightforward buttons for managing print jobs. Its compact footprint requires minimal desk space, making it suitable for small work environments.

In summary, the Canon IP90 is a feature-rich, portable inkjet printer that excels in print quality, speed, and versatility. With its blend of innovative technology and user-friendly design, it serves as a reliable printing solution for those seeking high performance while on the move.
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