Microsoft KB Archive/94204

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Single Colors Print as Two Colors on Dot-Matrix Printer

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Q94204

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The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft Windows versions 3.1, 3.11

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SYMPTOMS
A single band of color may print as two bands of different colors on some color dot-matrix printers. This problem is especially noticeable if you are printing graphics. It does not usually affect black-and-white printing.

CAUSE
The ribbon carriage on the printer may be out of alignment.

RESOLUTION
This problem is not caused by any software application. It is caused by a mechanical problem with the printer and can usually be corrected by making a simple adjustment.

For information on adjusting the color alignment of your printer, refer to your printer manual or contact your printer manufacturer.

The following are some manufacturers of printers supported by Windows on which you can make color alignment adjustments:

Brother

Citizen

Epson

Fujitsu

NEC

Star Micronics Additional query words: win31 EPSON24.DRV epson9.drv brother9.drv bro24.drv w4wprint 3.10 3.11

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