Welcome WELCOME Media 1 You can print on sheet media up to E/A0 size or D/A1 size, depending on the printer model you have. With the addition of the optional roll-feed kit, you can also print on roll media up to E/A0 or D/A1 width. A large range of media types is supported 2 : Opaque bond Translucent bond Natural tracing paper Vellum Coated paper Heavyweight coated paper Matte and clear film. 450C/455CA In addition, on the HP DesignJet 450C and 455CA: High-gloss film. High-gloss photo. For best quality prints, use HP media, as your printer’s configuration is optimized for it and tested with it.
For details of HP media, see page 10–19 and any separate HP media literature supplied with the printer. To indicate which media type you have loaded, use the printer’s front panel. 1. It is possible that, since the publication of this document, more media types have been tested and are now supported for your printer. For the latest information, contact your HP dealer or local HP Sales and Support office. 2. There may be differences between the ways some media types are used for color and for mono- chrome printing. Refer to “Choosing media” on page 2–2. xi