40 | Aligning the print head
Aligning the print head
Properly aligning the print head ensures the best print quality. If banding appears on your prints, if they
look grainy or blurry, or if you see misregistration or “ghosting,” you need to align the print head.
Although you can align the print head using the printer utility software, aligning the printer from the
control panel will quickly and automatically perform the most thorough alignment.
If you haven’t already done so, run a nozzle check before aligning the print head (page 39).
1. Make sure the printer is turned on, and that the printer is loaded with Epson Doubleweight Matte
paper, Epson Enhanced Matte paper, or Epson Ultra Premium Photo Paper Luster.
Note: Make sure you select the correct paper type on the printer.
2.
Press the r Menu button.
3. Press the u or d buttons to select Maintenance, then press the r button.
4. Press the u or d buttons to select Head Alignment, then press the r button.
5. Press the u or d buttons to select Auto, then press the r button.
6. Press the u or d buttons to select Bi-D All Color. You should start with this type of alignment.
7. Press the OK button to start the alignment process.
Each head alignment takes about 10 minutes. The printer’s white beam sensor reads the alignment pattern
and adjusts the printer automatically. Make sure you don’t open the front cover or turn off the printer
during this process.
When the bi-directional alignment is completed, your product may be properly aligned. If it isn’t, repeat
the procedure with the
Uni-D setting.
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