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Improving Vertical Banding on Prints | HP Latex 260 and DesignJet L25500 Printers | HP

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Definition

Visible horizontal lines or stripes in a print caused by inconsistent ink coverage between adjacent passes of the printhead.

In-Depth Explanation

Banding is one of the most common print quality issues. It can be caused by clogged printhead nozzles, incorrect paper advance calibration, media cockle (warping), or using the wrong print mode for the media type. Troubleshooting steps include: running printhead cleaning cycles, performing paper advance calibration, ensuring correct media type selection, and printing in higher quality modes. Persistent banding may indicate a failing printhead that needs replacement.

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