Matching colors

The process of matching printer output color to your computer screen is quite complex because printers and computer monitors use different methods of producing color. Monitors display colors by light pixels using an RGB (red, green, blue) color process, but printers print colors using a CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black) process.

Several factors can influence your ability to match printed colors to those on your monitor. These factors include:

●print media

●printer colorants (inks or toners for example)

●printing process (inkjet, press, or laser technology for example)

●overhead lighting

●personal differences in perception of color

●software applications

●printer drivers

●PC operating system

●monitors

●video cards and drivers

●operating environment (humidity for example)

Keep the above factors in mind when colors on your screen do not perfectly match your printed colors.

For most users, the best method for matching colors on your screen to your printer is to print sRGB colors.

Swatch book color matching (available for the hp color

LaserJet 3700 series printer)

The process for matching printer output to preprinted swatch books and standard color references is complex. In general, you can obtain a reasonably good match to a swatch book if the inks used to create the swatch book are cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. These are usually referred to as process color swatch books.

Some swatch books are created from spot colors. Spot colors are specially created colorants. Many of these spot colors are outside of the gamut (color range) of the printer. Most spot color swatch books have companion process swatch books that provide CMYK approximations to the spot color.

Most process swatch books will have a note on what process standards were used to print the swatch book. In most cases, they will be SWOP, EURO, or DIC. To get optimal color matching to the process swatch book, select the corresponding ink emulation from the printer menu. If you cannot identify the process standard, use SWOP ink emulation.

For best matching of PANTONE® four-color (4C) process colors, use the SWOP or EURO emulation for CMYK inks in the HP Color LaserJet 3700 PostScript emulation driver when printing from PANTONE® -certified applications.

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3700, 3500 specifications

The HP 3500 is an innovative device from Hewlett-Packard that combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, making it a popular choice for both home and office environments. Known for its versatility and efficiency, the HP 3500 is designed to meet the diverse needs of users who require reliable printing, scanning, and copying solutions.

One of the standout features of the HP 3500 is its printing capabilities. It offers high-quality color and black-and-white printing with a maximum resolution that delivers sharp text and vibrant images. The printer supports various media types and sizes, allowing users to print everything from standard documents to professional presentations and marketing materials.

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The device also features an intuitive touchscreen control panel, making it easy to navigate through settings and functions. This user-friendly interface simplifies tasks like scanning and copying, which can also be done in color or black-and-white, catering to different user needs.

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Overall, the HP 3500 stands out as a robust solution for anyone in need of a dependable, multifunctional printer that does not compromise on quality or performance. Its combination of state-of-the-art technology, user-friendly features, and solid security makes it an excellent investment for both personal and professional use. With the HP 3500, users can expect a versatile and efficient printing solution that meets all their needs.
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