3.7 – Printers: Inkjet Printer
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What is the primary function of the feed rollers in the printer?

  • To align the print heads accurately
  • To apply ink on the page
  • To pull the paper through the print path (correct)
  • To flip the page for duplex printing

What role does a duplexer play in a printer?

  • It enables printing on both sides of the page automatically (correct)
  • It calibrates the print heads
  • It controls the ink flow from cartridges
  • It allows printing in color

What mechanism does the ink cartridge carriage utilize to move across the paper?

  • A spring mechanism
  • A foam roller
  • A belt system (correct)
  • An electric motor

Why is calibration important for an inkjet printer?

<p>To ensure colors are perfectly aligned (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In printer calibration, what visual output is typically generated to evaluate the alignment of colors?

<p>A calibration page using CMYK colors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does CMYK stand for in the context of inkjet printers?

<p>Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black (A), Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Key (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a downside of ink used in inkjet printers?

<p>It tends to fade rapidly over time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are ink cartridges in inkjet printers typically designed?

<p>They are proprietary and only from the printer manufacturer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do many inkjet printers have to prevent ink from clogging?

<p>A cleaning cycle that runs daily (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a feature of integrated ink cartridges in some inkjet printers?

<p>They incorporate both ink and the print head in one unit (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the integrated print head do in an inkjet printer cartridge?

<p>It replaces both the ink and print head simultaneously (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component in an inkjet printer is responsible for feeding the paper through during printing?

<p>Feed rollers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are inkjet printers considered relatively inexpensive?

<p>They are aimed at occasional home users (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What maintenance is necessary for feed rollers in an inkjet printer?

<p>They require regular cleaning to function properly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Inkjet Printer

A type of printer that uses ink cartridges to disperse ink onto paper, creating images and text.

CMYK

The colored inks used in inkjet printers, typically including cyan, magenta, yellow, and black.

Ink Cartridges

The small, replaceable components containing ink and, in some cases, a print head.

Print Head

The device in an inkjet printer that dispenses ink onto the paper, often integrated into the ink cartridge.

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Feed Rollers

The mechanism in a printer that pulls paper through the machine, often requiring cleaning and maintenance.

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Ink Clogging

A common issue in inkjet printers where the ink dries and clogs the print head, often requiring cleaning cycles.

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Ink Fading

The tendency of inkjet printer ink to fade over time, especially when exposed to sunlight.

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Ink Cartridge Cost

The expense associated with replacing ink cartridges for inkjet printers.

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Duplexer

A mechanism that allows a printer to print on both sides of a page automatically.

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Carriage

A part of an inkjet printer responsible for holding and moving the ink cartridges across the paper.

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Inkjet Printer Calibration

The process of adjusting the alignment of the print heads in an inkjet printer to ensure accurate color placement.

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CMYK Ink Cartridges

A set of ink cartridges in an inkjet printer, typically containing Cyan (C), Magenta (M), Yellow (Y), and Black (K) inks.

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Inkjet Printer Belt

A strip of material that moves the carriage back and forth across the paper in an inkjet printer, allowing the print heads to deposit ink.

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Study Notes

Inkjet Printer Components and Operation

  • Inkjet printers are common home printers, relatively inexpensive and quiet, offering color and high resolution.
  • Ink cartridges are proprietary, often expensive to replace.
  • Ink fades quickly, making them unsuitable for long-term archiving.
  • Ink cartridges tend to clog easily, requiring daily cleaning cycles.
  • Ink cartridges contain ink and integrated printheads in some models.
  • Print heads and ink are separate components in some printers, enabling individual replacement.
  • Paper is fed through rollers at the front of the printer.
  • Feed rollers require cleaning and maintenance for smooth paper feeding.
  • Duplexers allow double-sided printing without manual intervention. Internal mechanisms flip pages.
  • Ink cartridges are in a carriage moved by a belt across the page.
  • Four color print heads (CMYK - cyan, magenta, yellow, black) may need calibration.
  • Calibration adjusts print head alignment for correct color registration.
  • Calibration pages show color accuracy for printer check and adjustments.

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Test your knowledge of inkjet printer components and their operation in this quiz. Understand the function of ink cartridges, print heads, and the mechanics behind double-sided printing. This quiz will help you identify key features and maintenance needs of common home printers.

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