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HP Q6659A#BCC Designjet Z3100 44-inch Photo Printer

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Achieve Unrivaled Color Precision in Large Format Printing The HP Designjet Z3100 44-inch Photo Printer revolutionizes large format printing with its 12-ink system and embedded spectrophotometer. Experience exceptional color accuracy and consistency, ensuring your prints stand out with lasting qu...

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Overview

Achieve Unrivaled Color Precision in Large Format Printing

The HP Designjet Z3100 44-inch Photo Printer revolutionizes large format printing with its 12-ink system and embedded spectrophotometer. Experience exceptional color accuracy and consistency, ensuring your prints stand out with lasting quality. Perfect for professional photographers and graphic artists who demand the highest standards in color reproduction and detail.

Key Features

  • Prints with 12 HP Vivera pigment inks for a wide color gamut.
  • Embedded spectrophotometer with i1 color technology for breakthrough color accuracy.
  • Supports a variety of media, including HP and commercially available papers.
  • Provides complete coverage of SWOP, ISO, GRACOL, EUROSCALE, TOYO, and FOGRA gamuts.
  • Real-time layout and orientation preview eliminates trial and error.

    Detailed Specifications

    • Brand: HP
    • Model: Q6659A#BCC
    • Print Technology: 12-ink printing system with HP Vivera pigment inks
    • Ink Cartridges: 12 x 130 ml
    • Printheads: 6 x 2 colors
    • Media Sizes Supported: Up to 44 inches wide
    • Spectrophotometer: Embedded with i1 color technology
    • Color Gamut Coverage: SWOP, ISO, GRACOL, EUROSCALE, TOYO, FOGRA
    • Supported Media Types: HP papers, Hahnemuhle papers, and other commercially available papers
    • Included Accessories: Spindle, technical spindle, printheads, ink cartridges, media sample roll, stand, rear tray, adaptor kit for spindle, quick reference guide, setup poster, USB cable, power cord, HP Start-up kit with software and training
  • Key Features

    The new HP 12-ink Designjet with HP Vivera pigment inks and the first-ever embedded spectrophotometer

    Delivers exquisite quality, breakthrough color accuracy across a variety of papers, and truly reliable printing while keeping costs down

    Complete coverage of SWOP, ISO, GRACOL, EUROSCALE, TOYO, and FOGRA gamuts for color accuracy

    Eliminate trial and error with real-time layout and orientation preview.

    Supports all standard sizes larger than Letter/A4 up to 44 in/1117 mm wide

    Specifications

    Printing Technology
    HP Designjet with HP Vivera pigment inks
    Ink System
    12-ink
    Color Management
    Embedded spectrophotometer
    Color Gamut Coverage
    SWOP, ISO, GRACOL, EUROSCALE, TOYO, FOGRA
    Maximum Print Width
    44 inches / 1117 mm
    Supported Sizes
    All standard sizes larger than Letter/A4 up to 44 inches wide
    Features
    Real-time layout and orientation preview

    Pros & Cons

    👍 Pros

    • Utilizes a new HP 12-ink Designjet system with HP Vivera pigment inks for exquisite quality and durability.
    • Includes the first-ever embedded spectrophotometer, ensuring breakthrough color accuracy across various papers.
    • Offers complete coverage of major color gamuts like SWOP, ISO, GRACOL, EUROSCALE, TOYO, and FOGRA for consistent results.
    • Helps eliminate trial and error with a real-time layout and orientation preview feature, saving time and media.
    • Supports all standard sizes larger than Letter/A4, up to a massive 44 inches (1117 mm) wide, for large format printing.
    • Designed to deliver truly reliable printing while helping to keep operational costs down.

    👎 Cons

    • As a 44-inch large format printer, it requires significant physical space for operation and placement.
    • The 12-ink system, while providing superior color, can lead to higher ink consumption costs compared to fewer-ink printers.
    • Initial setup and calibration of such a specialized photo printer may require professional knowledge or significant time investment.
    • The specific print speed is not mentioned, which could be a factor for high-volume print shops.
    • This printer is highly specialized for photo and graphic arts, making it less suitable for general office document printing.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The HP Designjet Z3100 utilizes a 12-ink system with HP Vivera pigment inks for high-quality output.
    This printer supports a maximum print width of 44 inches (1117 mm).
    Yes, it includes the first-ever embedded spectrophotometer to ensure breakthrough color accuracy across various papers and offers complete coverage of major color gamuts.
    Yes, it features a real-time layout and orientation preview to help eliminate trial and error.
    This printer is specifically designed as a photo printer, ideal for applications requiring exquisite quality and precise color accuracy on a variety of papers.