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Manual Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors If printed vertical lines are warped or colors are out of alignment, execute Print Head Alignment and adjust the print head position. Normally, execute Auto (standard). Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors However, when printing on special paper or if printing is not improved after Auto (advanced), try Manual. Manual adjustment requires you to examine the printed test pattern and enter an adjustment value. Important • Because the results of adjustment vary depending on the type of paper used for adjustment, use the same type of paper as you will use for printing. • When using cut sheets, do not move the release lever until instructions (guidance) for removing the paper are displayed. Moving the release lever during printing or maintenance operations will cause the printer to stop. Paper to Prepare When using rolls An unused roll at least 10.00 in. (254.0 mm) wide When using sheets 1 sheet of unused paper, A4/Letter size or larger (or 1 sheet when using A2 or larger) Perform adjustment as follows. 1. Load paper. Loading Rolls in the Printer Loading Sheets in the Printer Important • Always make sure the loaded paper matches the type of paper specified on the printer. Adjustment cannot be completed correctly unless the loaded paper matches the settings. 2. Tap (Setup) > Maintenance on HOME screen. Home Screen Menu Composition The Maintenance screen appears. 3. Tap Print Head Alignment. 278