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The print head is still probably still partially blocked. Cleaning/deep cleaning tries to clear the head by flushing ink through, doesn't always work but does use up your ink.

You can get print head cleaning kits, PC shops,ebay etc. Try one of those.

Here's a really useful ebay url. with some youtube links, if you run the second video down you should get a pretty good idea.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Printer-Print-Head-Printhead-Cleaning-kit-Epson-Canon-/130479422758?pt=UK_Computing_Printer_Paper_Accessories_ET&hash=item1e612dfd26

Here's a direct link :- http://www.printheadhospital.co.uk/quickshop/

You don't have to buy this one, there may be cheaper, have a shop around.

can you please try a test page...and report back what that looks like..

Check the ink levels, then print a test page, then do a head clean, all in the software for you printer, installed on your pc, or should be!
thhanks
Adam

The instructions as copied from the Pixma 480 "onscreen manual." (Only the text -- not the images -- could be pasted into the solution. Hope you can follow the text.) Steve G.

Prepare 2 sheets of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper

1. Make sure that the power is turned on, and load 2 sheets of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the Rear Tray.

2. Open the Paper Output Tray gently, and open the Output Tray Extension.

3. Print the print head alignment pattern.
- Press the Menu button.
- Select Maintenance, and press the OK button.
- Select Print head alignment, and press the OK button.
Note: To print the current head position adjustment values, select Head alignment print in the Maintenance menu and press the OK button. See Selecting Menus on the Top Menu Screen.)
- Select Yes, and press the OK button to print alignment sheet.
- Check the pattern is printed correctly, select Yes and press OK button.
- Confirm the displayed message and press the OK button.

The Print head alignment screen appears.

4. Adjust the print head position.
- Check the printed patterns, and use the (Left) or (Right) button to select the number of the pattern that has the least noticeable streaks for column A.
Note: If it is difficult to select the best pattern, select the pattern that has the least noticeable white streaks.
(A) Less noticeable vertical white streaks
(B) Noticeable vertical white streaks
(C) Less noticeable horizontal white streaks
(D) Noticeable horizontal white streaks
- Repeat the same procedure to input the pattern number for each column from B to L, then press the OK button.
- Select Yes to continue printing, and press the OK button.
- The second page of print head alignment sheet will be printed.
- Confirm the message for print head alignment, and press the OK button.
- Check the printed patterns and use the (Left) or (Right) button to input the number of the pattern that has the least noticeable horizontal streaks for column M.
- Repeat the same procedure to input the pattern number for each column from N to R, and press the OK button.

You need a new printhead, QY6-0049-000 around $40.00. Your printhead has worn out or plugged nozzles and cleaning won't help.

It sounds like you need a new printhead. QY6-0054-000. around $40.00

Choosing the single cell below rows you want to repeat on each page and to the right of the column you want to repeat and then freezing that cell will cause those rows and that column to repeat on each page as you print. works fine on preview. However I still can't get the machine to print.

Ralph R. McKibben.

From the front panel (Macintosh and Windows)Press MENU or SETUP (depending on the model).
Press the right ARROW repeatedly until the display window reads Maintenance.
Press ENTER.
Press the right ARROW repeatedly until the display window reads Align Print Cartridges.
Press ENTER. The unit will begin the alignment process and the display window will read Printing Alignment Page
Verify that the alignment was successful after the page is complete.

Please see the Canon link below, and as Canon links return generic pages, type in "missing black print" (without quotes) or something of that nature. The results will include Reseat/remove printhead, among others. I have reproduced that content for you below, but I would also add that a number of folks have issues with black print cartridges, and it seems this is an issue that is fairly widespread, as one of the results is that your printer may need repair. If you have tried more than one cartridge with the same result, suggest consulting support if you don't think your usage justifies a new print head - especially if you are still under warranty. Page link is:

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&tabact=SupportDetailTabAct&fcategoryid=238&modelid=10444
---------------------From Canon-----------------------
Issue: How do I reseat / remove the print head?
Solution: Reseat MP750 / MP780 print head

Reseat Print Head Reseating the print head is seldomly needed to be done.

1. Press the Open Button (1) to open the Paper Output Tray (2).
   
   
   
   
2. Raise the Scanning Unit until it stops.
   
   
1. Pull and hold the Scanning Unit Lever towards you, then raise the Scanning Unit.
   
2. The Print Head Holder moves to the middle.
   
   
   
   
3. Open the Inner Cover 1.
   
   
   
   
4. Open the Inner Cover 2.
   
   
   
   CAUTION:
   
   a. Do not try to manually move or stop the Print Head Holder.
   
   b. Do not touch any metal parts.
   
   
5. Press the ink tank's tab (1), then remove it from the slot (2).
   
   
   
   IMPORTANT:
   Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding area.
   
   
6. Lift up the lock lever and take out the print head.
   
   
   
   
7. Again, place the print head back in position and press down the lock lever.
   
   
   
   
8. Insert the ink tank into the empty slot on the print head. Press down gently on the ink tank until an audible click is heard. Make sure the ink tank is in the correct slot.

IMPORTANT:
a. Make sure that the ink tank is inserted in the slot that corresponds to the ink tank's color.
b. If the ink tank is inserted in the wrong slot, perform two head refreshings.

1. Close the Inner Cover 2.
2. Close the Inner Cover 1.
3. Pull the Scanning Unit Lever towards you to close the Scanning Unit.
4. Align the print head position after the print head is installed. You can align the print head position either automatically or manually. When automatic alignment does not work well, align the print head position manually.

Automatically Aligning The Print Head Position:

1. Load A4-or letter-size plain paper in the paper support tray. Auto alignment cannot be performed when the Feed Switch is set to [CASSETTE].
2. Press <Menu> repeatedly until [MAINTENANCE] appears.
3. Press left or right arrow to select [AUTO HEAD ALIGN].
4. Press <OK>. The print head position alignment pattern prints.
5. Check the printed pattern. If the printed pattern matches the illustration, the print head position alignment is complete.
   
   

Manually Aligning The Print Head Position:
When automatic alignment does not work well, align the print head position manually.

1. Load A4- or letter-size plain paper in the paper support or cassette.
2. Select the paper source with <Feed Switch> button.
3. Press <Menu> repeatedly until [MAINTENANCE] appears.
4. Use left or right arrow to select [ALIGN PRINT HEAD].
5. Press <OK>. A horizontal pattern is printed.
6. Beginning from column A on the printout, enter checkmarks in the patterns that have the most solid image.
   
   
   
   (1): Bad example (Least solid box)
   (2): Good example (Most solid box)
7. Press left or right arrow to select the pattern number that you checked in column A on the printout in step 6.
   (A): Column
   (0): Select pattern number with most solid image
8. Press <OK>.
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 to adjust columns B to L. When all the horizontal patterns are adjusted, you will be prompted to print a vertical pattern [PRINT VERT. PATTERN].
10. Press left arrow. A vertical pattern is printed.
11. Beginning from column M on the printout, enter checkmarks in the patterns that have the most solid image.
    
    
    
    (1): Bad example (Least solid box)
    (2): Good example (Most solid box)
12. Press left or right arrow to select the pattern number that you checked in column M on the printout in step 11.
13. Press <OK>.
14. Repeat steps 12 and 13 to adjust column N.

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pls replace the colour catridge. bye