Canon i-SENSYS MF418x

This product has settings called Special Mode to solve print quality troubles. This function can be executed in the following user mode.

• Menu > Adjust / Maintenance > Special mode

Special mode	Options	Details
Special Mode A	OFF Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3 Mode 4	Streaks may appear on printouts depending on the paper type or the environmental condi- tions. In this case, setting this item may solve the problem. The improvement effect is increased in the following order. (Effect: Weak) <Off> -> <Mode 1> -> <Mode 2> -> <Mode 3> -> <Mode 4>(Effect: Strong) When printing from the computer, the setting in the printer driver takes precedence. When the setting of [Graphics Mode] in the printer driver is changed to [UFR II Mode], the setting in the operation panel takes precedence. This item cannot be set when <Barcode Adjustment Mode> is set to one of <Mode 1> to <Mode 3>. Print density will be lighter when you select stronger improvement. It may also result in less sharp edges and rougher details. If the problem cannot be solved in spite of this item having been set, set <Special Printing Mode D> to <On>.
Special Mode U	OFF ON	Toner smudges and splatters may appear around printed characters, graphics, etc. depend- ing on the paper type or the environmental conditions (more specifically when you print on heavy paper or use the machine in an environment with low humidity). In this case, setting this item to <On> may solve the problem. When you set this item to <On>, print quality may be lower depending on the paper type or the operating environment (more specifically when you print on thin paper or use the machine in an environment with high humidity).
Special Mode V	OFF Mode 1 Mode 2	If the printed paper curls when you are using paper having absorbed moisture, set this item. The improvement effect is increased in the following order. (Effect: Weak) <Off> -> <Mode 1> -> <Mode 2> (Effect: Strong) Paper curls and creases can be minimized by changing the paper type and usage con- ditions, without needing to change the setting. Printing speed becomes slower when you select stronger improvement.
Special Mode Z (only for copying)	OFF Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3	Blurred smudges may appear on copied paper depending on the paper type or the environ- mental conditions. In this case, setting this item may solve the problem. The improvement effect is increased in the following order. (Effect: Weak) <Off> -> <Mode 1> -> <Mode 2> -> <Mode 3> (Effect: Strong) Streaks can be minimized by changing the paper type or usage conditions, without needing to change the setting. Print density will be lighter when you select stronger improvement. It may also result in less sharp edges and rougher details. If the problem cannot be solved in spite of this item having been set, set <Special Printing Mode D> to <On>.
Special Mode B	OFF Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3	Streaks may appear on printouts immediately after you replace the toner cartridge or when you print for the first time after a long time. In this case, setting this item may solve the problem. The improvement effect is increased in the following order. (Effect: Weak) <Off> -> <Mode 1> -> <Mode 2> -> <Mode 3> (Effect: Strong) If you change the paper type or the printing environment, liner stains may not appear on the printed paper without any setting. Printing speed becomes slower when you select stronger improvement.
Special Mode C	OFF ON	When printing received fax documents or reports or lists, blurred smudges may appear on printouts depending on the paper type or the environmental conditions. In this case, setting this item to <On> may solve the problem. This item is only effective for printing received fax documents or reports or lists. If you set this item to <On>, the printing speed becomes slower. If the problem cannot be solved in spite of this item having been set, set <Special Printing Mode D> to <On>.
Special Mode D	OFF ON	Streaks may appear on printouts depending on the paper type or the environmental conditions. Setting this item to <On> may solve the problem. Also, setting this item to <On> will reduce the operating noise during printing. Streaks can be minimized by changing the paper type or usage conditions, without needing to change the setting. If you set this item to <On>, the printing speed becomes slower.