Reveal every subtle detail, Smooth gradients, rich contrast, and sharp precision with the HP DesignJet Z9⁺dr Postscript Printer Plus Edition, and uplift your workflow experience.
Professional Dual Roll Fine Art & Photography Printer
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition PostScript Printer is a 44-inch professional large-format printer, with integrated spectrophotometer for photographers, fine art studios, exhibition producers, and colour-critical print environments requiring exceptional image quality, advanced workflow automation, and precision finishing.
Built around HP’s latest Plus Edition platform, the Z9+dr combines expanded colour gamut performance, integrated colour calibration, dual roll productivity, and and faster, more efficient professional print production.
Designed for museum-quality photography, fine art reproduction, premium retail graphics, and exhibition output, the HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition delivers outstanding colour accuracy, smooth tonal gradation, deep blacks, and exceptional shadow detail across a wide range of photographic and fine art media.
The Z9+ Plus Edition range is also available in:
- 24-inch / A1 model
- 44-inch dual roll model without vertical trimmer
The Z9+dr Plus Edition with Vertical Trimmer is the most advanced configuration in the series, designed for high-efficiency professional production environments.
Key Features
- 44-inch professional photo & fine art printer
- Dual roll media configuration
- HP Pixel Control print technology
- Expanded RGB ink system with dedicated Grey ink
- Embedded X-Rite i1 spectrophotometer
- Automated ICC profiling and colour calibration
- Optional Gloss Enhancer kit support
- Handles media up to 500gsm
- Straight rear paper path for board printing
- Adobe PDF Print Engine integration
- Professional roll-to-roll workflow support
This makes the Z9+dr ideal for:
- photographic production
- exhibition graphics
- retail displays
- poster printing
- fine art print studios
- high-volume graphics workflows
Advanced Fine Art & Photography Print Quality
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition is designed for professional users demanding the highest possible image fidelity and colour accuracy.
Its advanced chromatic RGB ink configuration includes:
Chromatic Red | Chromatic Green | Chromatic Blue | Dedicated Grey ink
This expanded ink system produces:
- wider colour gamut
- smoother gradients
- deeper shadow detail
- highly accurate skin tones
- improved monochrome neutrality
- exceptional photographic realism
HP Pixel Control technology and dual drop printhead architecture deliver precise detail and smooth tonal transitions without relying on multiple light-colour inks.
The optional Gloss Enhancer further improves gloss uniformity and black density on glossy and satin photographic media.
HP Gloss Enhancer Technology
The optional HP Gloss Enhancer kit improves gloss uniformity and reduces bronzing on glossy and satin photographic media. By creating a more even reflective surface, Gloss Enhancer helps produce deeper blacks, smoother tonal transitions, and a more consistent professional finish across high-end photographic and fine art prints.
This technology is particularly beneficial for:
Professional photography | Exhibition prints | Gallery displays | Premium retail graphics | Museum-quality giclée reproduction
Combined with HP Chromatic RGB inks, the Gloss Enhancer system helps deliver exceptional colour depth, improved contrast, and highly refined photographic output.
Plot it Tip: The Gloss enhancer upgrade kit (2QX55A) is a low cost enhancement, if you are intending on printing on gloss then it’s best to buy upfront, it can be easily added later, but requires the purchase of a grey ink to install at further cost (not needed when installed with a new printer)
Embedded X-Rite i1 Spectrophotometer
The integrated X-Rite i1 spectrophotometer automates colour calibration and ICC profile generation directly within the printer.
By automatically reading printed colour charts, the Z9+dr maintains highly accurate colour consistency across different media types without requiring external calibration hardware.
Key Benefits:
Automated colour calibration | Custom ICC profile creation | Accurate Pantone matching | Consistent print reproduction | Reduced setup time | Professional colour management
This technology is particularly valuable for:
- photographers
- fine art print studios
- colour-critical production workflows
- exhibition printing environments
Professional Media Handling
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition supports an extensive range of professional large-format media.
Supported Media Types
Photo paper | Fine art paper | Canvas | Banner media | Self-adhesive media | Backlit film | Bond paper | Coated media
Media Support
80gsm to 500gsm | 2-inch spindle included | Optional 3-inch spindle adapter | Front sheet feed | Rear straight-through board path
The straight paper path supports heavyweight media and direct-to-board applications up to 500gsm.
Compatible media brands include:
Hahnemühle | Fiesto | Canson | Innova | Xativa | HP Professional Media
ICC profiles for many professional media types are readily available for colour-managed workflows, or are easily created with the X-Rite spectrophotometer.
Dual Roll & Roll-to-Roll Workflow Efficiency
The dual roll configuration improves production flexibility by allowing automatic media switching between different paper types or roll sizes.
Benefits include:
Reduced downtime | Faster workflow transitions | Improved unattended printing | Higher production efficiency | Easier media management
An optional take-up reel system is also available for roll-to-roll production workflows and post-print finishing environments.
Ideal Applications
Professional photography | Museum-quality giclée printing | Fine art reproduction | Exhibition graphics | Retail displays | Premium posters | Gallery prints | Backlit displays | Colour-critical production printing
When paired with suitable media, the Z9+dr can also produce fade-resistant and water-resistant output for selected indoor and short-term outdoor applications.
Adobe PDF Print Engine & Professional Processing Power
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition includes advanced internal processing architecture and genuine Adobe PDF Print Engine support.
This enables:
- faster complex file processing
- improved PDF workflow reliability
- efficient handling of high-resolution graphics
- smoother production performance
Ideal for professional photography and graphics environments handling large, colour-critical files.
Why Choose the HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition?
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition is designed for professional users requiring exceptional photographic print quality combined with advanced workflow automation and production efficiency.
Its dual roll workflow, expanded RGB ink system, and embedded X-Rite spectrophotometer make it one of the most advanced large-format photography and fine art printers available.
For photographers, exhibition producers, graphic professionals, and fine art print studios demanding museum-quality output with streamlined finishing workflows, the HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition is a leading professional solution.
Professional Fine Art & Photography Printing Overview
The HP DesignJet Z9+dr Plus Edition PostScript Printer is a professional 44-inch dual roll large-format printer designed for photography, fine art reproduction, exhibition graphics, and colour-critical production workflows. Featuring advanced HP Pixel Control technology, expanded RGB chromatic inks, automated X-Rite i1 colour calibration, and integrated vertical trimming, the printer delivers exceptional image quality, accurate colour reproduction, smooth tonal gradation, and highly efficient professional production workflows.
Supporting media up to 500gsm, direct-to-board printing, roll-to-roll production, and advanced PDF processing, the HP DesignJet Z9+ Plus Edition is ideal for photographers, galleries, fine art studios, museums, giclée printmakers, and exhibition graphics environments requiring premium large-format print quality and automated finishing efficiency.
