Canon MultiPASS F30 User Manual page 49

Problem Problem Problem Problem Possible Cause Possible Cause Possible Cause Possible Cause
Error: writing to F30 MFP not
LPT1 connected
F30 MFP is
unplugged
Paper jam
MultiPASS Status
Monitor not
running
Hardware error
Print quality is Incorrect driver
poor setting
Media not
supported by F30
MFP
Printing on wrong
side of paper
Printhead nozzles
clogged
Printhead or ink
tanks installed
improperly
One or more ink
tanks empty
Printhead
alignment needed
Printout image Paper thickness
is smeared lever not set
correctly
Color balance Printer settings
is poor need to be adjusted
Check the printer cables and ensure they are securely connected.
Then try printing again.
Plug in the F30 MFP and try printing again.
Clear any paper jams. See "Clearing Paper Jams" on page 22.
To print to the F30 MFP, the MultiPASS Status Monitor must be
running. Launch the Status Monitor from the MultiPASS Program
menu. See "The MultiPASS Status Monitor" on page 9.
Check the LCD display for a message, then take the appropriate
action to correct the error and clear the message. Press Resume
to continue.
Ensure that the printer driver is configured correctly for the paper
being used. See "Improving Printed Images" starting on page 13.
for more information.
Make sure that the paper used is recommended for this
equipment.
Some papers have a specific side for printing. If print quality is
not as clear as expected, try turning the paper over and printing
on the other side.
Print a nozzle check pattern (see "Printing a Nozzle Check
Pattern" on page 34). If needed, clean the printhead (see
"Cleaning the Printhead" on page 35).
Verify that the printhead and ink tanks are installed properly.
Ensure that the protective plastic covers and tapes are removed
before installing.
Check for an error message in the LCD and replace if necessary.
If you did not align the printhead after installing a new printhead,
this can affect the quality. See "Aligning the Printhead" on page
36.
When printing pages that contain large quantities of ink, the
paper may curl and rub. Try setting the paper thickness to the
right to compensate.
Printer settings may not be ideal for the images you are trying to
print. Experiment with different settings and paper types. See
"Improving Printed Images" starting on page 16.
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