Print Quality

Color Accuracy Configuration

The configurations of the printer, the driver, and the software RIPs define how ink is applied to each type of media. Use the information in the following table to configure the printer and software for best color accuracy.

Location of Setting

Printer Front-Panel Menu

HP Drivers

Non-HP drivers (Software RIPS)

Setting Description

Selection

 

 

 

Media

 

Set to match the media

 

 

type loaded in the

 

 

printer.

 

 

 

Ink Emulation (PS only)

Set the type of CMYK

 

 

inks that your software

 

 

generates. If you use HP

 

 

drivers use “Native”.

Ink Limiting (PS only)

Set to ON.

Color Calibration (PS only)

Set to ON.

Media

Set to match the media

 

 

type loaded in the

 

 

printer.

Media or equivalent setting

Set to match the media

 

 

type loaded in the

 

 

printer. See the

 

 

documentation that

 

 

came with your software

 

 

for information.

Color correction option or

nDo the color correction

equivalent

calibration if one is

 

 

available.

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HP 1055CM manual Color Accuracy Configuration, Setting Description Selection

1055CM specifications

The HP 1055CM is a large-format printer that stands out in the world of professional printing due to its exceptional capabilities and advanced technologies. Launched as part of HP's Designjet series, the 1055CM is designed to meet the needs of architects, designers, and engineers who demand high-quality output in a variety of applications.

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