Canon imagePROGRAF IPF720 User Manual

Adjusting the Printhead
Adjusting the Printhead Alignment Manually
If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, adjust the Printhead alignment. Adjust the
Printhead alignment automatically or manually by using a printed test pattern.
Y ou can adjust the Printhead alignment automatically or manually . Normally , choose automatic adjustment. If
using special media or printing does not improve even after performing automatic adjustment using advanced
adjustment, try manual adjustment. For instructions on automatic adjustment, see “Adjusting the Printhead
Alignment Automatically”. (→P .491)
Follow these steps for standard manual adjustment of the Printhead .
Note
• If Manual Head Adj is unusable although displayed in the menu, choose Advanced Adj. in Auto Head
Adj. . Manual Head Adj is available in the menu after you try Auto Head Adj. once.
1. When using sheets, have an unused sheet A4/Letter-sized or larger ready .
When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider .
• Loading the Sheet in the Printer (→P .133)
• Loading Rolls on the Roll Holder (→P .107)
• Loading Rolls in the Roll Holder Slot (→P .109)
• Loading the Roll in the Printer (→P .1 10)
Note
• Always make sure the loaded paper matches the media type setting on the printer . Adjustment
cannot be completed correctly unless the setting value matches the loaded paper .
• W e recommend using the type of paper you use most often for feed amount adjustment.
2. Press the Menu button to display MAIN MENU .
3. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Adjust Printer , and then press the ► button.
4. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Manual Head Adj , and then press the ► button.
5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Y es , and then press the OK button.
A test pattern is printed for printhead adjustment.
6. Press ▲ or ▼ to select D , and then press the ► button.
7. Press ▲ or ▼ to select D-1 , and then press the ► button.
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Canon imagePROGRAF IPF720 Specifications

Operating Environment

temperature range	59 – 86 F° (15 – 30 C°)
relative humidity	10 – 80% (No Condensation)
acoustic noise operation	52dB (A) or Less

Print Specifications

print resolution max	2400 x 1200 dpi
line accuracy	±0.1% or Less
minimum line weight	0.02mm

Ink and Print-Head

number of nozzles matte black	5, 120 Nozzles
number of nozzles other colors	2, 560 Nozzles per Color
droplet size	4 Picoliter

Media Handling

media width roll feed	10" – 36" (254mm – 914.4mm)
cut sheet width	8" – 36" (203.2mm – 914.4mm)
maximum print length roll feed	59' (18m)

Power

power supply	AC 100–240V (50-60Hz)
power consumption maximum	140W or Less
power off consumption	1W or Less

Weight and Dimensions

printer dimensions	43.1" x 59.3" x 34.3"
dimensions in mm	1507mm x 871mm x 1094mm
weight with stand	Approx. 141 lb (64kg)