HP DesignJet Z9+dr 44" Large Format PostScript Printer Plus Edition with Vertical Trimmer
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr 44" Large Format PostScript Printer Plus Edition with Vertical Trimmer is designed for high-end photography studios, fine art production houses, retail graphics providers, print service organizations, museums, and corporate design teams that demand exceptional image quality, production efficiency, and advanced finishing in a single workflow. Built on HP’s most advanced photo platform, this model combines outstanding color accuracy with integrated dual-roll productivity and an included vertical trimmer for streamlined output.
Powered by the Adobe PDF Print Engine, HP Pixel Control, 9 HP Vivid Photo Inks, an embedded X-Rite i1 spectrophotometer, and HP Wolf Pro Security, the Z9+dr delivers consistent, gallery-quality results across photography, fine art reproductions, posters, proofs, and premium retail graphics. The included vertical trimmer further enhances production efficiency by delivering clean, precise cuts directly at the printer.
High-Production Photo Printing with Dual-Roll Efficiency
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition is engineered for continuous production environments. With dual-roll support, operators can load two media types or sizes simultaneously, reducing downtime and improving workflow flexibility for mixed production jobs.
Combined with HP Pixel Control technology, the printer delivers smooth gradients, sharp detail, and consistent color output without the need for light inks, helping simplify production while maintaining professional-grade results.
Integrated Vertical Trimmer for Faster Finishing
The built-in vertical trimmer provides clean, accurate edge trimming directly from the printer, eliminating the need for manual cutting and reducing post-processing time. This feature is ideal for high-volume environments producing posters, photographic prints, and retail graphics where speed and consistency are critical.
Exceptional Print Quality
- Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi print resolution
- HP Pixel Control for smooth gradients and fine detail
- 9-Color HP Vivid Photo Ink system
- Expanded RGB color gamut for photographic accuracy
- Embedded X-Rite i1 spectrophotometer for automatic calibration
- Optional HP Gloss Enhancer for uniform gloss output
- High-definition dual-drop printhead technology
- Ideal for photography, fine art, posters, proofs, and retail graphics
Adobe PDF Print Engine Included
The integrated Adobe PDF Print Engine processes complex PDF files natively within the printer, ensuring accurate reproduction of transparency effects, gradients, fonts, and layers. This reduces file processing errors and helps maintain consistent output across production environments.
Simple, High-Speed Production Workflow
The Z9+dr Plus Edition is designed to maximize productivity while maintaining exceptional print quality.
- Print speeds up to 48 ft²/hr (4.5 m²/hr) on glossy media
- Dual-roll system for continuous production flexibility
- HP Click App and HP Click Driver streamline job submission
- Real print preview reduces reprints and media waste
- Compatible with HP Certified RIP solutions
- Productivity Print Modes increase throughput efficiency
- Integrated vertical trimmer reduces finishing time
Enterprise-Grade Security with HP Wolf Pro Security
Protect your production environment with HP Wolf Pro Security, designed to safeguard printers, data, and network connections from unauthorized access and threats.
- Secure Boot protection
- Encrypted data storage
- Secure PIN printing
- Fleet management security tools
- Advanced network protection features
Ideal Applications
- Professional photography printing
- Fine art reproductions
- Museum and gallery exhibits
- Canvas printing
- Retail signage and displays
- Posters and promotional graphics
- Color-accurate proofs
- Corporate presentations
- High-end marketing materials
Key Features
| Feature | Specification |
|---|
| Printer Width | 44 inches (1118 mm) |
| Print Technology | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Ink System | 9 HP Vivid Photo Inks (300-ml cartridges) |
| Gloss Enhancer | Optional (sold separately) |
| Embedded Spectrophotometer | X-Rite i1 Integrated |
| Adobe PDF Print Engine | Included |
| Dual Roll | Included (dr model) |
| Vertical Trimmer | Included |
| Maximum Print Resolution | Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Print Speed (Best) | Up to 48 ft²/hr (4.5 m²/hr) on glossy media |
| Print Speed (Fast-Economode) | 769 ft²/hr on plain media |
| Print Speed (Normal) | 241 ft²/hr on coated media |
| Power Consumption | <100 W printing, <32 W ready, <6.5 W sleep |
| Dimensions (Printer) | 71 × 27.4 × 39.3 in |
| Dimensions (Shipping) | 76.8 × 30.2 × 28.3 in |
| Weight | 290 lbs |
| Security | HP Wolf Pro Security |
Why Buy the HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition?
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr 44" Large Format PostScript Printer Plus Edition with Vertical Trimmer combines premium photo quality, expanded workflow efficiency, and integrated finishing in one production-ready platform. With dual-roll capability, automated color management, advanced PDF processing, and built-in trimming, it is designed for professionals who need both speed and precision without sacrificing image quality.
What’s In The Box
- HP DesignJet Z9+dr 44" Large Format PostScript Printer Plus Edition with V-Trimmer
- Printheads
- Introductory ink cartridges
- Printer stand and media bin
- Dual-roll system
- Spindle components
- 3-inch core adapters
- Quick reference guide
- Setup poster
- Power cord
HP DesignJet Z9+dr Printer Size & Dimensions
- Width (printer): 71 in
- Width (shipping): 76.8 in
- Depth (printer): 27.4 in
- Depth (shipping): 30.2 in
- Height (printer): 39.3 in
- Height (shipping): 28.3 in
- Weight (printer): 274 lbs
Disclaimers
- Performance may vary depending on media type, file complexity, printer configuration, and environmental conditions. Print permanence estimates are based on HP Image Permanence Lab testing using HP Vivid Photo Inks on a range of HP media.
- The embedded X-Rite i1 spectrophotometer automatically calibrates color for consistent, predictable output. Developed through collaboration between HP and X-Rite to provide reliable, professional color management.
- HP Gloss Enhancer improves gloss uniformity on compatible photo papers. Gloss Enhancer is optional, sold separately, and is not intended for matte-finish media.
- HP Click App is compatible with Windows and Mac. HP Click Driver is compatible with Windows 11 only. HP Click Print solutions support PDF, JPEG, TIFF, DWF, and HP-GL/2 file formats and are designed for use with Original HP Ink supplies.
- Productivity Print Modes can reduce production time by up to 90% compared to Standard print modes based on internal HP testing. Actual performance varies depending on print mode, media, image content, and printer configuration.
- HP Wolf Pro Security includes advanced printer protection features such as Secure Boot, encrypted storage, secure PIN printing, and fleet management capabilities. Available features may vary by model and firmware version.
- The Adobe PDF Print Engine (APPE) enables accurate rendering of complex PDF files while improving workflow efficiency and print consistency. APPE is a trademark of Adobe.
- Vertical trimmer and dual-roll support are available only on the HP DesignJet Z9+dr 44-inch PostScript Printer Plus Edition with Vertical Trimmer and are not included with the 24-inch model.
- For a current list of HP Certified RIP software solutions, visit HP's DesignJet RIP compatibility resources.
- PostScript® is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
