New HP DesignJet Z5600 44-in PostScript Printer Color Wide Printer

Product Specifications & Hardware Details

• Brand: HP
• MPN: T0B51A
• Model: DesignJet Z5600 44-in PostScript Printer
• Type: Large-Format Professional Graphic Arts Photo Inkjet Printer
• Standard Functions: 44 in. Large-Format Professional Color Printing, Native Adobe PostScript 3 Decoding, Dual Roll Automatic Media Input Feed, Smart Roll-Switching, Embedded Chromatic Red Ink Technology, Built-in Gigabit Ethernet Networking, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Local Connection, Automatic Media Cutter.
• Optional Functions: Advanced Mobile Workflow Orchestration (Supported via HP Mobile Printing frameworks and cloud-integrated layout architectures).
• What's Included in the Box: HP DesignJet Z5600 44-in PostScript Printer Engine, Freestanding Printer Stand and Fabric Media Catch Bin, 2 Media Roll Spindles, Staggered Printhead Carriage Assembly, Full Set of Introductory Ink Cartridges, Separate Long-Life Printheads, Quick Reference Setup Guide, Installation Software, and Power Cord.
• Required Items (Sold Separately): Large-format photo, fine art, or matte paper rolls up to 44 in. wide, Replacement Original HP 73 Chromatic Red Ink Cartridges or HP 70 Vivid Photo Ink Cartridges, HP 70 Printheads, or standard USB printer data connection cables.

Technical Specifications

Available Options & Consumables

We stock a full range of official accessories and replacement supplies for the HP DesignJet Z5600 44-in PostScript Printer. You can add these to your order directly from the accessories tab below:

• Hardware Upgrades: Additional HP DesignJet 44 in. Roll Spindles (CQ783A) for rapid alternative media paper swaps, HP 3-in Core Adapter (CN538A)
• Vivid Photo Ink Supply Tanks: HP 70 130-ml Cartridges available in Matte Black, Photo Black, Light Gray, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow
• Specialized Red Ink Supply: HP 73 130-ml Chromatic Red Ink Cartridge (CD951A)
• Replacement Printheads: HP 70 Matte Black/Chromatic Red (C9410A), Magenta/Yellow (C9406A), and Photo Black/Light Gray (C9407A) Printhead Modules

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• What separates the Z5600 graphics engine layout from older 8-color photo printers?
  The DesignJet Z5600 features an optimized 6-color system that matches the color gamut capability of bulkier 8-color setups. By leveraging a dedicated HP Chromatic Red pigment ink channel, it generates extremely punchy reds, intense warm tones, and precise pantone selections. This layout delivers museum-quality graphic posters and art prints while minimizing ink usage by up to 20% compared to legacy architectures.
• How does the dual-roll system boost workplace efficiency?
  The built-in dual-roll drawer assembly holds 2 full-sized media paper rolls up to 44 in. wide simultaneously. It utilizes automated smart roll-switching, which means if an incoming print file requires a different size or paper texture, the plotter cleanly cuts the active page and swaps to the alternative loaded roll without operator intervention.
• What operational advantage does the PostScript module provide for rendering architectures?
  The integrated Adobe PostScript 3 hardware RIP engine natively interprets and compiles complex vector graphics, transparent artwork sheets, high-resolution layered PDFs, and geographical maps right on the printer's motherboard. This moves compute utilization directly to the machine's onboard memory buffer and 320 GB hard drive, safeguarding your local network stations from bottlenecks.
• Does this device support wireless Wi-Fi configurations or networks out of the box?
  No. To maintain high data delivery rates required by giant high-resolution photography files, this graphics printer relies on a physical built-in Gigabit Ethernet network terminal or a localized high-speed USB 2.0 interface. Wireless integrations would require installing an external print server or a network bridging wireless router.