Ink-backup mode output
Printing in ink-backup mode slows the printer and affects the quality of printouts.
Installed print cartridge Result
Black print cartridge
Colors are printed as grayscale.
Tri-color print cartridge Colors print but black is grayed and is not a true black.
Photo print cartridge
Colors are printed as grayscale.
Note: It is recommended that you do not use the photo print cartridge for ink-
backup mode.