Hewlett Packard DesignJet 500 Series
  

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500 (24 in) (C7769B) 500 (42 in) (C7770B)
model sizes 24 in 42 in
Ink types Pigment-based black, dye-based color Pigment-based black, dye-based color
Print languages, std. HP-PCL3-GUI HP-PCL3-GUI
Macintosh compatible No No
Memory, std. 16 MB 16 MB
Hard disk None None
Media handling Single sheet feed, roll feed, automatic cutter Single sheet feed, roll feed, automatic cutter
Connectivity, std. Centronics parallel, IEEE-1284-compliant (ECP), USB 1.1 (Windows 98 and 2000). Centronics parallel, IEEE-1284-compliant (ECP), USB 1.1 (Windows 98 and 2000).
Connectivity, opt. Jetdirect 600n, 610n, 615n, and 680n EIO internal print servers, HP Jetdirect 500x, 300x. and 170x external print servers, HPGL/2 accessory card (C7772A) Jetdirect 600n, 610n, 615n, and 680n EIO internal print servers, HP Jetdirect 500x, 300x. and 170x external print servers, HPGL/2 accessory card (C7772A)
 

Overview

High-quality, large-format printing for technical and business customers who need illustrations, schematics, drawings, plans, or presentations.

Features

High-quality lines and images
Best combination of line quality and image printing. Four-color, high-resolution writing system with pigmented black delivers excellent line quality plus high quality imaging.
HP color layering technology. The writing system combines multiple ink drips on a single dot to create smooth color transitions, so you get top quality results for images, renderings, and illustrations.
Media choices for every task. Broad portfolio of basic and premium printing materials support a wide array of technical and graphics applications.

Fast, reliable performance
Quick, turnaround for tight deadlines. Line drawings print in as little as 60 seconds so you can work and present or make changes in real time.
Easy system integration. Windows, Macintosh, and AutoCAD drivers ensure you have the compatibility you need; standard interfaces and network capability (optional on the HP Designjet 500 models) make adding these printers to your system fast and simple.
HP quality and reliability. These printers deliver solid performance, day in and day out; and they're backed by support and services from the worldwide leader in large-format printing.

Choices for all environments
Solo or shared. HP Designjet 500 personal printers offer solid performance for single users or small groups - all files process in your computer prior to transmission. HP Designjet 800 series workgroup printers are designed to be shared with a virtual computer inside for on-board processing, built-in networking, a hard drive, and support for file queuing and nesting.
Multiple sizes and configurations. All 500 and 800 series printers come in both 24" and 42" widths; the 24" models can be used for tabletop output for with optional stand and bin.
HP Zoomsmart scaling technology allows easy printing from any Microsoft Windows application
Optional Fiery X4-W external RIP provides EFI tools and workflow for graphics professionals
Drivers are easy to install and the control panel is simple to navigate
Ink set changes take less than one minute
Smooth media loading and automatic alignment
Finished prints are automatically cut and stacked in media bin (optional on 24-inch models)
 
Media / ink
Media sizes, std.
500 (24 in): 8.3- to 24-in wide sheets; 24-in rolls
500 (42 in): 8.3- to 42-in wide sheets; 24-, 36-, and 42-in rolls
Maximum print length
150 ft
Media types
HP Bright White Inkjet Paper (bond), Translucent Bond, Natural Tracing Paper, Vellum, Clear Film, Matte Film, Coated Paper, Heavyweight Coated Paper, High-Gloss Photo Paper, Semi-Gloss Photo Paper, Paper-Based Semi-Gloss, Satin Poster Paper, Studio Canvas, Banners with Tyvek, Colorfast Adhesive Vinyl
Media handling
Single sheet feed, roll feed, automatic cutter
Print cartridges
4 (1 each black, cyan, magenta, yellow)
Ink types
Pigment-based black, dye-based color
Print quality / technology
Prints colors
Yes
Print technology
HP Thermal Inkjet
Print quality, black
1200 x 600 dpi
Print quality, color
1200 x 600 dpi
Print languages / typefaces / memory
Print languages, std.
HP-PCL3-GUI
Typefaces
None
Memory, std.
16 MB
Memory, max.
160 MB (with HP-GL/2 accessory card)
Hard disk
None
Connectivity
Connectivity, std.
Centronics parallel, IEEE-1284-compliant (ECP), USB 1.1 (Windows 98 and 2000).
Connectivity, opt.
Jetdirect 600n, 610n, 615n, and 680n EIO internal print servers, HP Jetdirect 500x, 300x. and 170x external print servers, HPGL/2 accessory card (C7772A)
Print drivers, std.
Microsoft® Windows 95, 98, NT 4.0, 2000; AutoCAD® 2000 and Releases 13, 14 for Windows
Speed
Print speed, fast mode
D-size line drawings: 90 seconds; color images: 85 sq ft/hr
Print speed, normal mode
36 sq ft/hr
Color print speed, best
21 sq ft/hr
Scan specifications
Scan resolution, optical
Optical resolution:
warranty / dimensions / weight
Warranty, std.
One-year warranty with free on-site, next business-day service, backed by HP support centers around the world. HP Supportpacks and service agreements allow you to extend your warranty to up to five years.
Dimensions  (w x d x h)
500 (24 in): 49 x 19 x 14 in
500 (42 in): 67 x 27 x 43 in
Weight, U.S.
500 (24 in): 85 lb
500 (42 in): 99 lb
What's in the box
What's in the box
500 (24 in): HP Designjet printer, spindle, power cord, ink cartridges, printheads, drivers for Windows (including AutoCAD), user documentation. Printer stand and media bin must be ordered separately.
500 (42 in): HP Designjet printer, spindle, power cord, ink cartridges, printheads, drivers for Windows(including AutoCAD), user documentation. Interface cables must be ordered separately.
 

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