HP Photosmart B8550 Photo Printer, Inkjet, 9600x2400 DPI
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HP Photosmart 8750gp Professional Photo Printer, Inkjet, 4800x1200 DPI
Feature Comparison
Printing
Printing
| Print technology | Inkjet | Inkjet |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 9600 x 2400 DPI | 4800 x 1200 DPI |
| Print speed (black, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 33, 32 | 19 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, A4/US Letter) | 31 ppm | 18 ppm |
| Print head nozzles | 720 | 1800 |
| Print speed (colour photo, draft quality) | 31 ppm | - |
| Print speed (colour, best quality, A4) | 0.4 ppm | 0.9 ppm |
| Print speed (black, best quality, A4) | - | 0.9 ppm |
Features
Features
| Market positioning | Home & office | Home & office |
|---|---|---|
| Printing colours | Cyan, Magenta, Photo black, Yellow | Blue, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light grey, Light magenta, Magenta, Yellow |
| Display | LCD | - |
| Display diagonal | 6.1 cm (2.4") | - |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 2 and Part 15, Class B [USA]; CISPR 22:2005 [International]; ANSI 63.4-2003 [USA]; CAN/CSA–CISPR 22:02 [Canada]; EN 55022:2006, Class B [European Union]; EN 61000-3-2:2006 [European Union]; EN 61000-3-3:1995 +A1:2001 +A2:2005 [European Union]; AS/NZS CISPR 22:2004 [Australia and New Zealand], Class B; CNS 13438 [Taiwan]; EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003 [European Union], VCCI (Japan) | FCC Title 47 CFR, Part 15 Class B; EN 55022: 1998 +A1:2000 + A2:2003; EN55024: 1998 +A1:2001 + A2:2003; CISPR 22:1997 +A1:2000 + A2:2002; CISPR 24: 1997; GB9254; GB17625.1 |
| Safety | IEC 60950-1 First Edition (2001), national derivatives, associated voluntary and mandatory certifications: China (CCC), Russia (GOST), Taiwan (BSMI), Mexico (NOM), USA (CSA NRTL), Canada (CSA) | IEC 60950:1999 3rd ed.; IEC 60950-1:2001; EN 60950:2000; EN60950-1; 2001; UL 60950/CSA22.2 No. 60950: 1995; NOM 019-SFCI-1993; GB4943: 2001 |
| Maximum duty cycle | - | 1000 pages per month |
Input & output capacity
Input & output capacity
| Total input capacity | 125 sheets | 80 sheets |
|---|---|---|
| Total output capacity | 50 sheets | 80 sheets |
| Standard output capacity for transparencies | 25 sheets | 25 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity | 125 sheets | 80 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for transparencies | 25 sheets | 25 sheets |
| Maximum input capacity for cards | 25 | 30 |
| Maximum input capacity for envelopes | Up to 15 | 10 |
| Maximum input capacity for labels | Up to 25 | Up to 80 sheets |
| Maximum output capacity | 50 sheets | 80 sheets |
| Maximum paper trays | 1 plus automated 10 x 15 cm photo tray | 1 (with 5-sheet bypass tray, single-sheet rear feed slot) |
| Maximum input capacity for banners | - | 20 |
Paper handling
Paper handling
| Paper tray media types | Card stock, Envelopes, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper | Banner, Card stock, Envelopes, Iron-On Transfers, Labels, Photo paper, Plain paper, Transparencies |
|---|---|---|
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A3, A4, A5, A6 | - |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9) | B5, B6, B7 | - |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Index card | - |
| Custom media sizes | Main Tray: 89 x 127 mm to 216 x 1118 mm, Photo Tray: 89 x 127 mm to 100 x 150 mm | 77 x 127 - 330 x 483 mm |
| Duplex print options | Manual (driver support provided) | N |
| Paper handling | 125-sheet input tray, 20-sheet photo tray, 50-sheet output tray | 80-sheet input tray, 5-sheet bypass tray, single-sheet rear feed slot |
| Recommended media weight | Main Tray: 60 - 252 Pho- Tray: 200 - 252 | 60 - 90, 280 g/m² |
| Standard media sizes | A3 (297 x 420 mm), A3+ (330 x 482 mm), A4 (210 x 297 mm), A5 (148 x 210 mm), A6 (105 x 148 mm), B5 (176 x 250 mm), B6 (125 x 178 mm), B7 (88 x 125 mm), C5 (162 x 229 mm, C6 (114 x 162 mm), JIS B5 (182 x 257 mm), JIS B6 (128 x 182 mm), JIS B7 (91 x 128 mm), 2L; Photo Tray: 100 x 148 mm, 10 x 15 cm, A6 (105 x 148 mm), B6 (125 x 178 mm), B7 (88 x 125 mm), JIS B6 (128 x 182 mm), JIS B7 (91 x 128 mm), C6 (114 x 162 mm) | Paper: A3 297 x 420 mm, A4 210 x 297 mm, A5 148 x 210 mm, B5 176 x 250 mm, banner: A4 210 x 297 mm, transparencies: A4 210 x 297 mm, envelopes: DL 220 x 110 mm, C6 114 x 162 mm, cards: A6 105 x 148 mm, labels: A4 210 x 297 mm, photo paper: A4 210 x 297 mm, panorama 10 x 30 cm, 13 x 18 cm, 10 x 15 cm (with or without tear-off/cut-off tab) |
| Recommended media | HP Advanced Photo Paper | Photo paper (glossy, satin, matte), plain paper, coated paper, brochure paper and film, transparencies, banners, iron-on transfer media |
| Paper handling standard/input | 125-sheet input tray, 20-sheet photo tray | 80-sheet input tray, 5-sheet bypass tray, single-sheet rear feed slot |
Ports & interfaces
Ports & interfaces
| Direct printing | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| PictBridge | Yes | Yes |
| USB port | Yes | - |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 | - |
| I/O ports | 1 USB, 1 PictBridge, 3 Memory card slots | 1 USB - compatible with USB 2.0 specifications, 1 Ethernet, 1 PictBridge, 4 memory card slots |
| Export file formats | JPEG, TIFF, PNG | - |
Performance
Performance
| Internal memory | 128 MB | 64 MB |
|---|---|---|
| Compatible memory cards | CF, MS Duo, xD | - |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 54 dB | - |
| Maximum internal memory | - | 64 MB |
Power
Power
| Power consumption (printing) | 12.28 W | 83 W |
|---|---|---|
| Power consumption (standby) | 2.9 W | - |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.4 W | - |
| Acoustic power emissions | 6.7 B(A) (active/printing) | 4,9 B(A) |
System requirements
System requirements
| Minimum system requirements | Windows Vista: 1 GHz 32- or 64-bit processor, Adobe Acrobat Reader 5; Windows Vista Home: 512 MB RAM, other Windows Vista: 1 GB RAM, 1.5 GB HD free space, CD-ROM, Internet Explorer 6, USB; Microsoft Windows XP (SP1), XP Professional (SP1), Professional x64 (SP1) editions: 1 GHz 32- or 64-bit processor, Adobe Acrobat Reader 5, 512 MB RAM, 800 MB HD, CD-ROM drive, Internet Explorer 6, USB, Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5, PowerPC G3, G4, G5 or Intel Core processor, 256 MB RAM, 500 MB HD, CD-ROM drive, USB | 4x CD-ROM drive, SVGA monitor (800 x 600, 16-bit colour), USB, 4x CD-ROM, SVGA monitor (800 x 600, 16-bit colour), USB |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum processor | - | Pentium II/G3 |
| Minimum RAM | - | 64 MB |
| Minimum storage drive space | - | 600 MB |
Operational conditions
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 40 °C | 0 - 45 °C |
|---|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 60 °C | -30 - 65 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 80% | 5 - 95% |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 90% | 5 - 95% |
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 - 32 °C | 15 - 45 °C |
| Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing) | - | 5 - 95% |
Sustainability
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR | - |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 7.6 kg | 13 kg |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 580 x 427 x 181 mm | 643 x 613 x 255 mm |
Packaging data
Packaging data
| Bundled software | HP Photosmart Essential Software: ArcSoft Creative Project Templates for scrapbooking, photo albums, greeting cards and more. | HP Image Zone software f Microsoft Windows & Macintosh w HP Instant Share |
|---|---|---|
| Package weight | 10.9 kg | 15 kg |
Logistics data
Logistics data
| Master (outer) cases per pallet | 3 pc(s) | 8 pc(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Layers per pallet | 8 pc(s) | 3 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 24 pc(s) | 24 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet (EU) | 16 pc(s) | - |
| Pallet gross weight | - | 383 kg |
Other features
Other features
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 580 x 389 x 181 mm | 643 x 399 x 204 mm |
|---|---|---|
| Power requirements | Input voltage 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz) | 100 - 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), external |
| Mac compatibility | Yes | Yes |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | Dye-based (photo black, colour), pigment-based (black) | Dye-based |
| Control panel | 6.1 cm colour graphics display; 15 buttons (On; Previous; Photosmart Express; OK; Red Eye Removal; Setup; Help; Zoom +; Zoom -; Left arrow, Right arrow, Up arrow, down arrow; Cancel). 4 LEDs (On LED; Memory Card Slot LED; Red Eye Removal LED; Attention LED). | Easy to use control panel with "Layout", "Menu", "Print", "Cancel" and "Select photos" buttons |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 677 x 487 x 277 mm | 700 x 500 x 304 mm |
| Power supply type | External 50 watt AC adapter | - |
| Print quality, vertical alignment accuracy | +/- 0.1524 mm | +/- 0.0508 mm |
| Standard input trays | 1 plus automated 10 x 15 cm photo tray | 1 (with 5-sheet bypass tray, single-sheet rear feed slot) |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows Vista; Microsoft Windows XP Home (SP1), XP Professional (SP1), XP Professional x64 (SP1), XP Professional x64 (SP2); Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5 | Microsoft Windows 98, 2000 Professional, Me, XP Home, XP Professional, Mac OS X v 10.1.5, 10.2, 10.3 |
| Media size (tray 1) | A3, A4, A5, A6, B5, B7, C5, C6, 76 x 127 to 330 x 483 mm | - |
| Print head | One integreated printhead assembly - designed to last the life of the printer. User installable and replacable. | 5 (1 each: tri-color, blue photo, gray photo, optional black, optional photo) |
| Size (imperial) | 58 cm (22.8") | 64.3 cm (25.3") |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 54 dB | 46 dB |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 1016 x 1219.2 x 2353 mm | - |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 1200 x 1200 DPI | - |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 58 cm (22.8") | 64.3 cm (25.3") |
| Technical features | Versatile photo and document printing up to A3+. | Express your art in black and white True neutral black and white photos with HP Grey Photo low metamerism inks Borderless printing up to A3+; choice of gloss, satin and matt media Control colours by calibrating your display with the included HP colorimete |
| Paper handling standard/output | 50-sheet output tray | - |
| Automatic paper sensor | Y | Y |
| Camera phone | Direct photo printing from camera phones with the optional HP bt500 Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter | - |
| Exifprint supported | Yes, Version 2.2 | Yes, Version 2.2 |
| Network ready | No | - |
| Maximum input capacity (photo paper) | 40 sheets | - |
| Maximum input capacity for 10 x 15 cm photographs | 60 sheets | - |
| Wireless technology | Bluetooth (optional) | Bluetooth |
| Maximum print length (imperial) | 44 in | 19 in |
| Maximum print length | 1117 m | 483 m |
| Functions | Color Printing | Color printing, black-and-white printing, gray printing |
| Media handling | Sheetfeed | Sheetfeed |
| Media sizes supported (imperial) | Main Tray: Letter, legal, tabloid, executive, 4 x 6 in, 4 x 12 in, 5 x 7 in, 8 x 10 in, 11 x 14 in, 12 x 12 in, B, 11 x 17 in, B+, 13 x 19 in, No. 10 envelopes; Photo Tray: 3.5 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in, 5 x 7 in | Letter, legal, tabloid, executive, 3.5 x 5 in, 4 x 6 in (with or without tabs), 5 x 7 in, 8 x 10 in, 11 x 14 in, 11 x 17 in, super B (13 x 19 in), envelopes |
| Media weights by paper path | Main Tray: 60 to 252 g/m2; Photo Tray: 200 to 252 g/m2 | US letter: 60 to 90 g/m2, A4: 60 to 90 g/m2, legal: 75 to 90 g/m2, banner: 60 to 90 g/m2, envelopes: 75 to 90 g/m2, cards: up to 200 g/m2, photo paper: 240 g/m2 |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 486.9 x 277.1 x 676.9 mm (19.2 x 10.9 x 26.6") | 700 x 400.1 x 304 mm (27.6 x 15.8 x 12") |
| Package weight (imperial) | 10.9 kg (24 lbs) | 15 kg (33 lbs) |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 1016 x 1219.2 x 2352.8 mm (40 x 48 x 92.6") | 1219.2 x 1016 x 2336.8 mm (48 x 40 x 92") |
| Photo proofsheets supported | Y | Y |
| Recommended media weight (imperial) | 16 to 24 lb Bond | 16 to 24 lb |
| Skew | +/- 0.003 in | +/- 0.006 in |
| Standard output capacity for cards | Up to 25 cards | Up to 30 cards |
| SureSupply supported | Yes | - |
| Video action printing supported | N | N |
| Vivera inks supported | Y | Y |
| Weight (imperial) | 16.7 lb | 26 lb |
| Wireless option type | Optional, enabled with purchase of a hardware accessory | Optional, with HP bt450 Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter, HP bt300 Bluetooth Wireless Printer Adapter |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | N | Y |
| Fade-resistance (archivability, dye ink) | 50 year(s) | - |
| Maximum output capacity (photo paper) | 25 sheets | - |
| Maximum output capacity for labels | 25 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Maximum output capacity for transparencies | 25 sheets | 25 sheets |
| Page yield identifier | PSB8550 | DJ8750 |
| Pallet size (EU) | 800 x 1200 x 2360 mm | - |
| Print speed (colour, draft quality, letter) | < 31 ppm | < 18 ppm |
| Skew (transparency) | +/- 0.003 in | +/- 0.01 in |
| Standard input capacity for legal | 125 sheets | 80 sheets |
| Standard input capacity for cards | Up to 40 cards | Up to 30 cards |
| Standard input capacity for transparencies | Up to 40 sheets | Up to 25 sheets |
| Standard output capacity for labels | 25 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Standard output capacity for legal | 50 sheets | 80 sheets |
| Connectivity technology | - | Wired |
| Colour printing technology | - | HP Photoret Pro precision technology |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | - | 3.5 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | - | 3.5 ppm |
| Networking features | - | Ethernet |
| Printer management | - | HP embedded web server |
| Page yield (photo) | - | HP 344 Tri-colour Inkjet Print Cartridge (14 ml): approximately 360 photos (10 x 15 cm) using 9-ink printing; |
| Print quality (colour, best quality) | - | 4800 DPI |
| Typefaces | - | 8 built-in fonts, 4 each in portrait and landscape orientations: CG Times, CG Times Italic, Univers, Univers Italic, Courier, Courier Italic, Letter Gothic, Letter Gothic Italic |
| Service & support | - | One-year limited hardware warranty backed by HP service and support (Warranties may vary in European countries, where legal requirements require a longer warranty period). |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | - | 381.9 kg (842 lbs) |
| Print speed (black, best quality, letter) | - | < 0.9 ppm |
| Print speed (colour, best quality, letter) | - | < 0.9 ppm |
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