String search
Word search

Graininess

Introduction

Solve graininess on your print. Graininess is a visibility of non-uniform distributed ink drops on your print. The reason for this can be incorrect alignment or coalescence. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved.

Graininess

Procedure

  1. Check if the media settings in the RIP related to the media used are correct, e.g. [Media thickness]. Change the media settings.
  2. Perform media calibration. Calibrate the media.
  3. Perform printhead calibration. Calibrate the printhead.
  4. Perform printhead carriage calibration. Calibrate the printhead carriage.
  5. When you see coalescence in the print, decrease the [Printer platen temperature]. Change the media settings.
    With coalescence results in graininess
    Without coalescence no graininess visible
  6. Select a higher quality print mode. Select a print mode.

What to do next

When the problem is not solved, contact your application specialist or local Service representative.

Parent topic:
Solve specific quality problems
Privacy Terms of use Cookie information