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DP02: Graininess
Graininess presents as a mottled, random pattern in a solid fill area.
Picture of Dot Misplacement: Graininess
Cause
Excessive printhead-to-paper spacing or a worn-out printhead can cause this printing
defect.
Picture of Dot Placement Examples Poor and Good
Solution
1. Print a diagnostic plot to evaluate individual dot placement. If the individual dot
pattern is irregular, evaluate PPS.
If not resolved, continue to the next step.
2. Replace the printhead.
If not resolved, contact Customer Service and report error code DP02-03: Unresolved
graininess.