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Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

sweeneymary — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 23:46:28 GMT

I have a Canon MX700 connected wirelessly to a Windows 10 Toshiba laptop. It skips lines when I print with black ink. This happens regardless of whether I am printing something from the web, a document on my computer or making copies. If I change the color of the font or change to color copying, everything is fine. I have sufficient black ink. I removed the cartridge and shook it up. Nothing remedies this. If it's the cartridge that is the issue, okay, I will have to part with it. Any ideas anybody? I am attaching an image of a printout that I did in fast grayscale. The issue is the skipping.

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

Patrick — Tue, 07 Jun 2016 16:22:55 GMT

Hi sweeneymary,

Please try performing a printhead cleaning:

1. Press the <COPY> button.

2. Press the <MENU> button.

3. Press left or right arrow key to select [MAINTENANCE/SETTINGS].

4. Press <OK>.

5. [MAINTENANCE] will appear.

6. Press <OK>.

7. Use the down arrow to select [DEEP CLEANING].

8. Press <OK>.

9. [YES] will be selected.

10. Press <OK>. The printer will perform a printhead cleaning. The print head cleaning takes approximately 30 seconds to complete.

Once complete, please attempt to print again. If you continue to have difficulties, please contact our support group using the following link:

http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/standard_display/contact_us_consumer

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

sweeneymary — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 23:19:06 GMT

I had already done the regular cleaning, the deep cleaning, the cleaning of the tray. None of these steps remedied the problem of the skipped lines. Others, it seems, have also had this problem.

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

BillS — Tue, 14 Jun 2016 02:34:12 GMT

Hi sweeneymary,

If cleaning the print head did not resolve the issue, you may want to cleaner the encoder strip. Full instructions can be found HERE.

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Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

neicko22 — Fri, 18 Aug 2017 16:53:29 GMT

YOUR WELCOME

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

neicko22 — Fri, 18 Aug 2017 16:55:27 GMT

MY PRINTER IS DOING THE SAMETHING. I HAVE A PIXMA MG2410 AND I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW HOW TO FIX IT. I HAVE DONE DEEP CLEANING ALREADY

URGENTLY NEED SOME HELP

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

James_C — Sat, 19 Aug 2017 08:10:31 GMT

Hi Neicko22

Let's clean the encoder film to resolve the issue you have described. Click HERE for instructions.

If you continue to have difficulties, please contact our support group using the following link:

http://Canon.us/ContactLI

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

brianm1978 — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 20:36:50 GMT

I have the same problem as sweeneymary. Has anyone figured how to fix Canon MX700 printer that skips lines in color Black only? I've tryed all the cleaning suggestions and a new cartridge.

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

PV — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 06:33:36 GMT

I have precisley the same issue, has anyone be advised of the solution yet please?

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

Patrick — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 12:49:09 GMT

Hi PV,

It is recommended that you contact one of Canon's Technical Support Representatives. To contact a Technical Support Representative, please use the link below:

http://Canon.us/ContactLI

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

jessmw30 — Fri, 07 Sep 2018 23:42:40 GMT

work around from another user while we wait for solution:

HERE'S A WORK-AROUND:

Check your printer's paper settings. Switch setting to Photo Paper (even if you're using plain paper) , select MATTE Photo paper, save the settings. Now try printing again. In my case, my blurry print became razor-sharp with this setting on my Canon MG7520. You're using more ink, but worth it if your printing an important document or shipping label.

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

randt01 — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 06:57:13 GMT

I am having this EXACT issue with BOTH my MX700 and TS6020 models (in fact, we purchased the TS6020 because we couldn't find a solution!) The problem does not happen right away but then suddenly appears and won't go away. Our TS6020 is only 4 months old! We've done all the same cleaning procedures and even changed ink cartridges, all to no avail. We have used multiple laptops, multiple browsers, multiple applications, multiple versions of Windows so the only common denominator left is a Canon product.

The workaround we are using is to choose "photo printing" from our print dialog box, similar to the other poster who suggested changing the paper type. The printer behaves differently and slowly draws the print head across the page for photo printing, which likely is using more ink, but seems to print fine, though it is also slower. This workaround worked on our MX700 for a while and then it stopped working too. My guess is that it will stop on our TS6020 as well.

We called Canon customer support and were advised to spend yet more money on additional Canon toner cartridges (which cost 95% of the price of a new printer, mind you). HIGHLY dissatisfied and I'm starting to think this is just part of the aforementioned toner scam. What a waste of money and I will NOT purchase another Canon printer. I guess they should stick to cameras!

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

Niku — Sun, 27 Oct 2019 01:29:39 GMT

I did that cleaning procedure FOUR times. It didnt help at all. I also printed the proof sheet, and it didn't show anything unusual that I could notice.

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

ArthurJ — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 19:34:44 GMT

Hi Niku,

Since the cleaning procedure did not resolve the issue, the printer would need to be replaced because the printer was retired in 2014 and service/parts are no longer available.

You do qualify for the Canon Upgrade Program. This is for out of warranty units which have been diagnosed to require service or are incompatible with a new or upgraded system. This program allows you the opportunity to purchase a replacement product discounted from the list price. Free ground shipping is included with your purchase.

If you would like to take advantage of this offer, please call our Sales Department at (866) 443-8002 seven days a week, 8 AM to midnight EST. Let them know you have been working with technical support and that the Canon Upgrade Program was offered.

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

Niku — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 20:51:14 GMT

After exhaustve research, I bought a new Canon printer. However, when I got the bill, I found that it was $20 more than I had been told over the telephone. Nevertheless, I didn't cancel my order, I just gulped and let it go. I'm relying on memory at this point, but I think I was told that it would be $69+. You can check your records to see how much I finally paid. Incidentally, if you're interested, In the exact prices quoted and paid, I can easily find them, because I posted them on a website at the time. They should still be there.

Sincerely,

Warren Jones

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

Stephen — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 21:03:18 GMT

Hi, Mr. Jones.

We looked at the order you're referencing, and you purchased a PIXMA TR8520, which is on sale right now (11/4/2019) for $89.99 on our site. You can find the current pricing HERE.

If you're concerned about the end price you paid, we suggest reaching out to sales to go over this with you. They'll be able to pull the call record to ensure you were quoted and paid the correct amount. Our team is at 1-800-385-2155 every day from 8am to Midnight (ET).

Re: Canon MX700 printer skips lines when using black ink

Niku — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 21:19:56 GMT

I just told you what happened. I called for help for my ailing printer, and after discsusing the matter with some Canon employee, I decided that I had to buy a new one. My decision was enhanced by the price he gave me. I thought it was a pretty good price, so I sealed the deal then and there. He took my order. Yes, the man who gave me the repair advice and the quotation.

You can do what you want. The printer is on the way, and I didn't object when I was finally told the correct price. You now have all of the facts, and yes, I posted the story on the Internet when it happened.

Sincerely,

Warren Jones

Re: Canon's deceptive selling practices

Niku — Fri, 08 Nov 2019 19:20:52 GMT

I just saw an ad for the Pixma TR8520. It was selling for $89.99. on Amazon That's what you charged me after I had been told that I would get my TR8520 for the special price of $69+ because i was already a Canon owner. Pretty slimy selling practices if you ask me.

When and where was I lied to? Over the phone when I called asking for help with a problem I was having with my old printer. The man I talked to talked me into buying a new printer rather than trying to fix the old one. The great price of $69+ was certainly a part of my decision to buy the TR8520

There was a name for that "special" program. I don't remember what it was, but I thin it was intended for Canon owners to replace their Canon printers with new Canon printers

Some "special" price. Only for me and Amazon.

Sincerely,

Warren Jonea