Colors are tinted or incorrect
If colors in photos appear tinted or incorrect, follow these steps:
1. Verify that neither print cartridge is low on ink.
If neither print cartridge is low on ink, proceed to step 2.
2. Align the print cartridges.
3. Reprint the photo.
4. If colors are still tinted or incorrect, calibrate the color.
Both a photo print cartridge and a tri-color print cartridge must be installed for
color calibration.
5. Reprint the photo.
6. If colors continue to appear tinted or incorrect, open the Print dialog box, select
the Paper Type/Quality pane, and then select Color Options.
7. Adjust the colors.
Here are some guidelines to follow:
– If the colors are too yellow, move the Color Tone slider toward Cooler.
– If the colors are too blue, move the Color Tone slider toward Warmer.
8. Reprint the photo.
Horizontal lines appear on a photo
If light or dark horizontal lines appear on photos, follow this procedure:
1. Clean the print cartridges.
2. Reprint the photo.
3. If horizontal lines still occur, align the print cartridges.
4. Reprint the photo.
Part of the photo is faded
If part of the photo is faded, follow these guidelines.
Part of the photo is faded
Fading might occur on the edges or near the edges of a photo.
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