Printer Adjustments for Thick Papers

Most printers have a software based control to move the print head up or down to adjust for paper thickness.

The ability to raise the print head comes in handy if you've seen these problems:

• Pronounced lines in an image
• Scuff marks
• Ink splotches - particularily on the edges of paper

Review the screen shots below and refer to your printer's manual for more help on the topic.

Epson Wide Format

The PLATEN GAP control is accessed in the Paper Configuration menu of the printer properties.

On a PC go to the printer's preferences.

Locate and click on the PAPER CONFIGURATION button

The PLATEN GAP controls the distance from the print head to your paper.

Begin changing platen gap for papers that are over 11mil thick.

At 13mil thickness platen gap can be set to Wider.

For Mac computers the platen gap setting is found on the Paper Configuration menu in the Print dialog.

Epson Desktop Printers

Epson desktop printers have a Thick Paper selection.

Locate the Maintenance Tab in the printer preferences

Click on the Printer and Optional Information button.

Check the THICK PAPER box.

When the Thick Paper setting is checked you will see a warning before each print job begins.

On a Mac you will look for an EXTENSIONS SETTINGS menu in the Print dialog.

Depending on your printer and version of OSX, this setting may not be available.

Canon Desktop Printers

Canon desktop printers have a Prevent Paper Abrasion to minimize head strikes with thick paper.

On a PC go to the printer preferences.

Locate the Maintenence Tab

Locate and click the CUSTOM SETTINGS button

On the next menu click the PREVENT PAPER ABRASION check box.

On a Mac you'll need to begin by going to SYSTEM PREFERENCES > PRINT & FAX

Locate your printer in the Print & Fax menu and click UTILITY

In the printer utility go to the CUSTOM SETTINGS menu

Click the PREVENT PAPER ABRASION check box and click SEND

Note: Your printer will most likely need to be turned on and connected.