Canon iPF8000S User Manual for Windows - Page 676

Adjusting the feed amount Follow these steps to adjust the scale for better accuracy. 1. When using sheets, load one unused sheet A4/Letter-sized or larger. When using a roll, load a roll 10 inches (254 mm) or wider. • Setting the Roll on the Roll Holder (→P.179) • Loading the Roll in the Printer (→P.182) • Loading the Sheet in the Printer (→P.212) Note • When loading paper, specify the correct paper type. When the paper type is not specied, the printing quality may be affected without the correct adjustment of the feeding. • We 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 Adjust Length, and then press the ► button. 5. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. A test pattern is printed for adjustment based on the amount of paper stretching or shrinkage. The scale bar shows "Millimeter" in 50 mm units and "Inch" in 1 inch units. 6. Measure the length of the adjustment pattern. Calculate the difference between the measured length and actual length. Enter it as a percentage and press the OK button. You can adjust the value in 0.02% increments. Press ▲ to increase the value and ▼ to decrease it. If the scale is printed shorter than actual size, set the value toward the positive side; if it is printed longer, set the value toward the negative side. Note • You can also specify the adjustment value by selecting Paper Details → Adjust. Setting. 662 Maintenance