2- 2 Media You Can UseTOPChapter 3Printing by ObjectiveChapter 4MaintenanceChapter 5Using the Printerin a NetworkEnvironmentChapter 6TroubleshootingChapter 7Operating theFunction MenuIndexContentsChapter 2Using Various MediaChapter 1Basic UseMedia You Can UseThe printer is compatible with various paper types andsizes. The following types of media can be used with thisprinter.Importantz Depending on the media, it may take considerabletime for the ink to dry. Wait until the ink has driedbefore removing the printed media.z With some print media, the hue of some colors maychange slightly when the ink on the surface of themedia has dried completely.Notez For details about how to handle and store print media,please refer to the instructions provided with the packet.The Suitable Black Ink for MediaYou can select either photo black ink or matte black ink asthe printer black ink to use. The two types of black ink differin their suitability for different media types, and in theircharacteristics. Carefully examine the print frequency bymedia type and the print application before selecting thetype of black ink to use.Cautionz If you print with the black ink that is not suited to thetype of media, this can cause unsatisfactory results inprinting and foul the media or printer with ink.Importantz To switch the type of black ink, executeChangeBkInkType on the printer operation panel andfollow the instructions displayed. You can switchbetween the types of black ink, but please rememberthat every time you switch the black ink tanks theprinter consumes about 55 ml of black ink and about15 ml of the colored inks in total. (→ P.4-48) Black Ink Types and Characteristicsz Photo Black (Bk) Ink (BCI-1421Bk)This ink has excellent gloss and black density forglossy media and proof media. Nearly all types ofmedia can be printed, including glossy media.z Matte Black (MBk) Ink (BCI-1441MBk)This ink has excellent black density for standard paper,fine art media, and matte media. It cannot be used forglossy media.
