Auto Adjustment And Detection Features - Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8000S Questions And Answers

Auto Adjustment and Detection Features

Q. What does the non-firing nozzle detection and compensation system do?
This monitors ink firing from the print head nozzles with precision and automatically performs
cleaning upon detection of clogging. Further, if clogging persists after cleaning, the nozzle that is
not firing ink will be replaced by a functional one. This proactively prevents failed prints resulting
from nozzle clogging.
Q. What automatic control and adjustment features are provided with regard to media?
Environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity as well as amount of ink for the print
job are detected by sensors. The print head height is then adjusted and the cutter and print heads
are controlled based on the media used and environmental conditions for optimal printer control.
Q. What is the multi-sensor?
Printer sensors are used for print head positioning, feed amount and paper width adjustment, and
other fine-tuning. This level of control maintains optimal printing conditions at all times. New
multi-sensors in the iPF8000S and iPF9000S boast even higher performance to be used for color
calibration as well.
- Auto registration adjustment
This feature uses a sensor to detect the print results concurrently when the printer prints a color
chart (pattern), automatically adjusting the print head positions and the paper feed amount in an
optimal manner. Highly reliable printing results are possible without tedious manual adjustments.
- Auto print head height adjustment
This feature automatically switches the print head to the optimal height for each media type. This
prevents inadvertent failure to switch the print head heights, automatically setting the print
head-to-media clearance. Enhanced ink placement accuracy ensures quality-improved prints and
reduced mist.
- Color calibration
Refer to the section on color calibration for details.
Q. What are other automatic adjustment and detection features?
- Ink lamps
When you open the ink tank cover, you will find ink lamps, each indicating the ink level of the
corresponding ink tank. The ink lamps are lit, flashing or unlit, thus providing an instant
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