Important
•This function is not available with Tracing Paper, Translucent Matte Film, or Clear Film.
•If adjustment is not possible as expected using special media, try another type of paper, or try Manual adjust-
ment.
(See "Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔P.522
Note
•Because the results of adjustment vary depending on the type of paper used for adjustment, use the same type of
paper as you will use for printing.
•If Standard does not improve printing, try adjusting the printhead manually.
(See "Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔P.522
•If the printhead position was not adjusted during initial setup or when the printhead was replaced, execute Initial
adjustmt.
(See "Adjustment When Installing the Printhead.") ➔P.523
Items to Prepare
When Using Rolls An unused roll at least 254.0 mm (10.00 in) wide
When Using Sheets Standard : Two sheets of unused paper, A4/Letter size (or one sheet when using A3 or larger)
Simple: One sheet of unused paper, A4/Letter size
Perform adjustment as follows.
1
Load paper.
•
Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder ➔P.337
•
Loading Rolls in the Printer ➔P.339
•
Loading Sheets in the Printer ➔P.360
Important
•Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment can-
not be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings.
2
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or ▶ to
select the Settings/Adj. tab ( ).
Note
•If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
3
Press the OK button.
The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer, and then press the OK button.
5
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Head Posi. Adj., and then press the OK button.
6
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Standard or Simple, and then press the OK button.
A test pattern is printed for adjustment.
Adjustment is now finished if you have printed on a roll.
7
If you are printing on cut sheets, a confirmation message is displayed on the Display Screen asking you
whether to continue printing.
Press the OK button and follow the instructions on the Display Screen.
iPF8400SE
Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors
User's Guide
Adjustments for Better Print Quality Adjusting the Printhead
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