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Chapter 9
SETUP PART 7:
Print Head Alignments
Introduction
The Blazer EXPRESS and PRO have different procedures for completing a Print Head Alignment. This
chapter has been split into 2 sections. Please refer to the correct section corresponding with your T-Jet
Blazer Series model. The Print Head Alignment procedures have been carefully researched and it is
extremely important that you follow the instructions carefully to prevent mis-calibration.
All Blazer Series printers have been aligned prior to shipping and have been locked down using a
lock-down bracket. In most cases, you WILL need to perform an alignment for initial setup. In the case
that your prints are not lining up properly, performing a precise and COMPLETE Head Alignment is
extremely crucial to creating great images with your new printer.
WARNING: Performing a Head Alignment can take up to 2 hours. Before
beginning this procedure, make sure that you are familiar with all the required
steps and have the necessary time available to complete the entire process. Once
you have begun a Head Alignment you CANNOT exit the function without shutting
down the machine. In addition, early exit may result in severe misalignment of the
Print Head or other operational concerns.
When is a Print Head Alignment Needed
If your prints contain vertical lines or misaligned parts of an image. •
If your printer was shipped or transported.•
If the Print Head makes contact with any object whether it’s a garment or a Shirt Board. •
Types of Print Head Alignments and Which to Complete
There are 2 types of alignments: Uni-Directional and Bi-Directional. Uni-Directional aligns the Print
Head for printing one way (forward) across the garment, while Bi-Directional aligns the Print Head for
printing forward and backward. The test prints performed after your initial setup will determine which
alignment process may be needed.
If completing the alignment procedure from the results of transporting your printer or from the •
Print Head striking the Shirt Board, start with Uni-Directional (if wanting to print with High Speed
Print Modes you will then need to complete the Bi-Directional alignment afterwards).
If your rst test print is off using a standard print mode, you will need to complete the Uni-•
Directional Print Head Alignment. If you then want to utilize the High Speed Print Modes
(recommended), perform a test print using the HS print mode. If the print is off, you will then need
to complete the Bi-Directional Print Head Alignment.
If your rst test print (using the standard print modes) came out good, but your second test print, •
using the High Speed Print Modes, printed off, you will only need to complete the Bi-Directional
Print Head Alignment procedure.