Using color

The HP Color LaserJet 5500 series printer offers great color printing as soon as you set up the printer. It provides a combination of automatic color features to generate excellent color results for the general office user, plus sophisticated tools for the professional who is experienced with color use.

The HP Color LaserJet 5500 series printer provides carefully designed and tested color tables to provide smooth, accurate color rendition of all printable colors.

HP ImageREt 2400

HP ImageREt 2400 is a technology that provides you with the best color print quality without having to change driver settings or make trade-offs between print quality, performance, and memory. ImageREt 2400 produces photorealistic images.

ImageREt 2400 provides 2400 dpi color laser-class quality through a multilevel printing process. This process precisely controls color by combining up to four colors within a single dot and by varying the amount of toner in a given area. As a result, ImageREt 2400, together with the 600-by-600 dpi engine resolution, creates millions of smooth colors.

 

Paper selection

 

For the best color and image quality it is important to select the appropriate paper type from

 

the software printer menu or from the front panel. See Selecting print paper.

 

Color options

 

Color options enable optimal color output automatically for diverse types of documents.

 

Color options use object tagging, which allows optimal color and halftone settings to be used

 

for different objects (text, graphics, and photos) on a page. The printer driver determines

 

which objects are used on a page and uses halftone and color settings that provide the best

 

print quality for each object. Object tagging, combined with optimized default settings,

 

produces great color out of the box.

 

In the Windows environment, the Automatic and Manual color options are on the Color tab

 

in the printer driver.

 

sRGB

 

Standard red-green-blue (sRGB) is a world-wide color standard originally developed by HP

 

and Microsoft as a common color language for monitors, input devices (scanners, digital

 

cameras), and output devices (printers, plotters). It is the default color space used for HP

 

products, Microsoft operating systems, the World Wide Web, and most office software sold

 

today. sRGB is representative of the typical Windows PC monitor today and the convergence

 

standard for high-definition television.

 

Factors such as the type of monitor you use and the room’s lighting can affect the

Note

 

appearance of colors on your screen. For more information, see Matching colors.

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5500 specifications

The HP 5500 series is a powerful line of color inkjet printers designed for demanding office environments that require versatility, speed, and professional-quality outputs. Notably, these printers are well-regarded for their robust build and user-friendly features, making them suitable for both small teams and large workgroups.

One of the main features of the HP 5500 is its impressive printing speed. Boasting a print speed of up to 30 pages per minute for black and white documents and 20 pages per minute for color, this printer ensures that users can complete their tasks efficiently. The printer's high-capacity ink cartridges contribute to the overall cost efficiency by reducing the frequency of replacements, allowing for less downtime and more continuous workflow.

The HP 5500 series also excels in the area of print quality, consistently delivering vibrant colors and sharp text. With a maximum print resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi, the printers are capable of producing professional-grade documents and graphics. This feature is particularly beneficial for businesses that require high-quality marketing materials, presentations, and reports.

In terms of technology, the HP 5500 utilizes HP’s Advanced Color Technologies, which enhance color accuracy and consistency, resulting in striking prints. The printer is equipped with the HP Photo Ret III technology, which optimizes color output, ensuring a smoother gradation and a more dynamic range in photos and graphics.

Another notable characteristic of the HP 5500 series is its versatile media handling capabilities. It supports various paper sizes and types, including heavy media, glossy brochures, and envelopes. It also features a large input tray capacity, allowing users to load up to 250 sheets of paper, which minimizes the need for frequent paper replenishment.

In terms of connectivity, the HP 5500 provides various options such as USB, Ethernet, and wireless connections, facilitating easy integration into existing office networks. This flexibility allows multiple users to share the printer with ease, enhancing collaborative work.

Overall, the HP 5500 series stands out in the competitive printer market with its balanced combination of speed, quality, and versatility. Businesses looking for a reliable, high-performance printer can count on the HP 5500 to meet their printing needs.
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