1 | Compared with large-format inkjet printers under $25,000 USD for graphic applications. Based on the fastest-rated color speeds as published by manufacturers as of October 2013. Test methods vary. |
2 | Using plain paper and fast mode, the HP Designjet Z6800 Photo Production Printer can achieve speeds up to 1500 ft²/hr (140 m²/hr). Using glossy paper and normal mode, the Z6800 can achieve print speeds up to 212 ft²/hr (20 m²/hr). |
3 | Display permanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight by HP Image Permanence Lab, and by Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. on a range of HP media and based on HP Vivid Photo inks. |
4 | Embedded in this HP Designjet Printer is a spectrophotometer with i1 color technology from X-Rite. Close collaboration between HP and X-Rite ensures a reliable solution that’s been thoroughly tested to meet customer demands for ease, quality, and dependability. |
5 | HP Professional PANTONE color emulation and embedded Adobe PostScript/PDF upgrade kit sold separately. |
Maximum print speed9 | 140 m²/hr (1500 ft²/hr) on plain media | |
Color images10 | Best: 3.2 min/page on A1/D or up to 13.1 m²/hr (141 ft²/hr) on glossy media Normal: 2.1 min/page on A1/D or up to 19.7 m²/hr (212 ft²/hr) on glossy media | |
Print resolution | Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi | |
Margins (top x bottomx left x right) | 5 x 5 x 5 x 5 mm (0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 in) | |
Ink types | Pigment-based | |
Technology | HP Thermal Inkjet | |
Ink cartridges | 8 (Chromatic red, magenta, yellow, light cyan, light gray, light magenta, matte black, photo black) | |
Line accuracy | +/- 0.1%11 | |
Minimum line width | 0.02 mm (0.0008 in) (HP-GL/2 addressable) | |
Guaranteed minimum line width | 0.067 mm (0.0026 in) (ISO/IEC 13660:2001(E))12 | |
Image quality | Colour accuracy | Median < 1.25 dE2000, 95% of colours < 2.75 dE200013 |
Short-term colour stability | < 1 dE2000 less than 5 minutes14 | |
Long-term print-to-print repeatability | Average < 0.5 dE2000, 95% of colours < 1.25 dE200014 | |
Maximum optical density | 4.5 L* min/2.31 D15 | |
Media | Handling | Roll feed, automatic cutter, take-up reel |
Media types | Bond and coated paper, technical paper, film, photographic paper, proofing paper, backlit, self-adhesive, banner and sign, fabric, fine art printing material | |
Size | 279 to 1524-mm (11 to 60-in) rolls | |
Thickness | Up to 0.56 mm (22 mil) | |
Applications | Posters, Banners, Mockups, Photos, Digital fine art, Proofs, Displays, POP/POS, Light boxes – film, Exhibition, Event graphics | |
Memory | 64 GB (virtual),16 320 GB hard disk | |
Connectivity | Interfaces (standard) | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), EIO Jetdirect accessory slot |
Print languages (standard) | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, CALS G4 | |
Print languages (optional) | Adobe PostScript 3, Adobe PDF 1.7, TIFF, JPEG | |
Printing paths | Printer driver, HP Embedded Web Server | |
Drivers (included) | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL drivers for Windows; PostScript Windows and Mac drivers with optional PostScript/PDF Upgrade Kit | |
Dimensions (w x d x h) | Printer | 2430 x 690 x 1370 mm (95.7 x 27.2 x 53.9 in) |
Shipping | 2700 x 750 x 1200 mm (106.3 x 29.5 x 47.2 in) | |
Weight | Printer | 190 kg (419 lb) |
Shipping | 252 kg (555.6 lb) | |
What's in the box | HP Designjet Z6800 Photo Production Printer, spindle, printheads, introductory ink cartridges, maintenance cartridge, printer stand, take-up reel, 3-in spindle adapter kit, quick reference guide, setup poster, startup software, power cord | |
Environmental ranges | Operating temperature: -20 to 55°C (-4 to 131°F) | |
Storage temperature: -20 to 55°C (-4 to 131°F) | ||
Operating humidity: 20 to 80% RH | ||
Acoustic | Sound pressure: 53 dB(A) (printing); 39 dB(A) (ready); 39 dB(A) (sleep) | |
Sound power: 7.0 B(A) (printing); 5.5 B(A) (ready); 5.5 B(A) (sleep) | ||
Power consumption | 270 watts (printing); < 48 watts (ready); < 5.3 watts (sleep); < 0.3 watts (off) | |
Input voltage (auto ranging): 100 to 127 VAC (+/- 10%), 5 A; 220 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 3 A; 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz) | ||
Certification | Safety | USA and Canada (CSA certified), EU (LVD and EN 60950-1 compliant), Russia (GOST), Singapore (PSB), China (CCC), Argentina (IRAM), Mexico (NYCE), Korea (KC) |
Electromagnetic | Compliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (MSIP) | |
Environmental | ENERGY STAR, WEEE, RoHS (EU, China, Korea, India), REACH, EPEAT Bronze | |
Warranty | One-year limited hardware warranty |
9 | Mechanical printing time. Printed in Fast mode with HP Vivid Photo Inks. |
10 | Mechanical printing time. Printed with HP Vivid Photo Inks. |
11 | +/- 0.1% of the specified vector length or +/- 0.2 mm (whichever greater) at 23°C (73°F), 50-60% relative humidity, on A0/E HP Matte Film in Best or Normal mode with HP Vivid Photo Inks. |
12 | Measured on HP Matte Film. |
13 | ICC absolute colorimetric accuracy on HP Premium Instant Dry Photo Paper with Original HP inks. |
14 | With HP Premium Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper and Original HP inks, right after calibration. |
15 | With HP Premium Instant-dry Gloss Photo paper with HP Vivid Photo Inks. |
16 | Based on 1 GB RAM. Expandable to 1.5 GB RAM through a Designjet qualified SODIMM included only in the optional HP Designjet PostScript®/PDF Upgrade Kit accessory. |
Accessories | CQ654C | HP Designjet HD Scanner |
CQ745B | HP Designjet PostScript/PDF Upgrade Kit | |
CQ754A | HP Designjet 60-in Spindle | |
J8025A | HP Jetdirect 640n Print Server | |
Q6714A | HP Designjet 60-in Media Bin | |
Q6715A | HP Designjet User Maintenance Kit |
Original HP ink cartridges |
Service and support | H4518E | HP Installation Service with Network Setup |
U1ZS8E | HP 2 years Next Business Day Onsite Support with DMR* | |
U1ZS9E | HP 3 years Next Business Day Onsite Support with DMR* | |
U1ZT0E | HP 5 years Next Business Day Onsite Support with DMR* | |
U1ZT2PE | HP 1 years Post Warranty, Next Business Day Onsite Support with DMR* | |
U1ZT1PE | HP 2 years Post Warranty, Next Business Day Onsite Support with DMR* | |
U1XV4E | HP Preventive Maintenance Service |
* | Defective Media Retention keeps your sensitive data safe. To comply with security regulations you can keep the defective hard-drive or data-retentive memory component while getting a new replacement disk or memory. |