Aligning the Print Head Automatically Using the Product Control Panel

You can automatically align the print head using the control panel on your product. Make sure no direct sunlight enters the printer, or the alignment pattern may not be read correctly.

Note: You must manually align the print head when you are using any transparent or colored paper or on these paper types: Plain paper, Epson Enhanced Matte Posterboard.

Load roll paper or cut sheet paper in the printer.
Note: Load paper that is at least 15.2 inches (388 mm) wide.
Make sure the correct paper type is selected.
Note: If you are using commercially available paper, make sure you create the custom paper settings in advance.
Press the home button, if necessary.
Select Menu > Paper Setting.
Select the option for the paper loaded in the printer.
Select Print Adjustments > Print Head Alignment.
Select one of the following:
- Uni-D Alignment: aligns each color for uni-directional printing (takes 25 to 35 minutes to complete)
- Bi-D Alignment: aligns each color for bi-directional printing (takes 9 to 13 minutes to complete)
Select Auto.
Select Nozzle Check Pattern > Start if you want to run a nozzle check before aligning the print head. If the nozzles are clogged, it may affect the automatic alignment.
After the nozzle check is complete, select Auto Adjustment > Start. The sensor reads the adjustment pattern and automatically aligns the print head.
Note: Do not open the front cover or turn off the printer during the alignment process.
After the alignment is complete, check the results.

If the print head still seems misaligned, select a different alignment method and repeat the process. If your printer still is not properly aligned, perform a manual head alignment.