HP Scitex FB550 Rigid Media Guide - Page 4

Introduction The purpose of this guide is to provide operators of the HP Scitex FB550 and FB750 printers with recommendations for printing on various types of rigid media. These recommendations provide the best operating instructions under most circumstances, but, due to the variability of print media, there will be situations or scenarios that may require modification of these procedures. HP Scitex FB550 and FB750 printers work better with some media than with others. Factors such as media flatness, texture, or smoothness, reaction to heat, surface tension, and chemical composition can affect the image quality, the ability of the ink to adhere adequately, and the overall usability for a particular application. Always test new media to determine whether it meets your requirements before purchasing a large quantity. There are many different types of print media available throughout the world, although brands, selection and quality will vary by region. The information in this document covers a broad range of typical media types that have been tested with the HP Scitex FB550 and FB750 printers, but at the same time this is not a complete list of all compatible media. Print mode considerations When selecting a print mode for a specific application, it is important to consider: the level of throughput (speed) desired to complete the job, the viewing distance and quality expectation for the application, and the printing characteristics of the media selected for the job. If a certain print mode selected does not generate the desired result, it may be necessary to select a different print mode. Viewing distance / Application > 30 m / 100 ft 5-30 m / 16-100 ft 3-5 m / 10-16 ft 2-3 m / 6-10 ft 1-2 m / 3-6 ft < 1 m / 3 ft Print mode Billboard Express Outdoor Signage Outdoor Signage 1 Plus 1 Indoor Signage Indoor Signage 1 Plus 1 Photo 1 Photo Plus Print resolution 600×300 dpi 600×300 dpi 600×300 dpi 600×300 dpi 600×600 dpi 600×600 dpi 1200×600 dpi 1200×600 dpi FB550 n/a 38.9 m²/h 418 ft²/h 31.5 m²/h 339 ft²/h 22.4 m²/h 241 ft²/h 18.5 m²/h 199 ft²/h 12.6 m²/h 135 ft²/h 9.2 m²/h 99 ft²/h 4.6 m²/h 49 ft²/h FB750 85 m²/h 915 ft²/h 43.6 m²/h 469 ft²/h 35.3 m²/h 380 ft²/h 25 m²/h 269 ft²/h 21.1 m²/h 227 ft²/h 14.3 m²/h 154 ft²/h 10.3 m²/h 110 ft²/h 5.1 m²/h 56 ft²/h ENWW 1) These print modes are also available for printing with white ink when the printer is equipped with the optional HP Scitex FB550/FB750 White Ink Upgrade Kit. When printing 1