The two 7-color models in Canon’s imagePROGRAF GP Series of wide-format inkjet printers can now be ordered through the Freedom Paper website. With their 7 ink colors and a Chroma Optimizer, the 60-in. imagePROGRAF GP-6600S and 44 in. GP-4600S are ideal for in-house print shops or smaller print-for-pay businesses who print short runs of colorful posters, display graphics, signs, or specialty products such as custom maps, photo posters, and wrapping paper.

These affordable, user-friendly printers use safe, odor-free water-based inks and can print on the wide selection of papers, photo papers, banner-stand films, and self-adhesive materials that Freedom Paper offers.  

The main difference between the GP-6600S and the GP-4600S models (besides width) is the muti-functional roll unit that hold two rolls of materials or serve as a take-up roll for longer runs of prints. The multi-functional roll unit is included with the GP-6600S and optional on the GP-4600S.  

What Ink Colors Do the Canon GP-6600S and GP4600S Use?

The seven colors include new formulations of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, and Grey inks plus the Matte Black and Orange inks used on Canon’s GP-4000 and 2000 printers.

These newest imagePROGRAF GP models feature 7 colors of Canon’s LUCIA Pro II inks and a clear Chroma Optimizer. This ink set on the GP-6600S and GP-4600S produces a wider color gamut that is particular evident in the darker areas of the images.

The expanded color gamut is also useful in hitting more brand colors. The addition of the orange inks helps the printers to achieve 96% of the 2,390 spot colors in the PANTONE™ FORMULA GUIDE Solid Coated that designers use to specify brand and decor colors. 

The Chroma Optimizer (CO) in the eighth ink channel is a clear fluid that creates a smoother, more uniform surface. It is particularly useful when Canon pigment inks are applied to semi-glossy or glossy photo papers because the CO diffuses light reflection to ensure consistent glossiness.

Other advances include: 

• A newly developed ink-sensing system that periodically monitors how ink droplets are ejected from the printhead. If the system detects variances in ejecting conditions, it will automatically adjust the alignment.  
   
• An improved media-handling system that more quickly detects the paper type and width and estimates the remaining amount of paper. It also automates the feeding process to help ensure stable operations, even in the absence of experienced personnel. 
  
• Reduced ink consumption compared to previous models. Total running costs are also lower, thanks in part to the availability of 700 ml ink tanks.  
  
• LED interior lights and semi-translucent ink tank covers allow users to monitor ink tank status at a glance. 
     
• A faster L-COA II data processor results in faster print speeds.      

What Software Comes with Canon’s GP4600S and GP660S Printers?

Like other models in the Canon imagePROGRAF GP series, these printers include: 

Professional Print and Layout software with photo editing and layout tools and color-management capabilities. 

Free Layout Plus software for media-saving nesting features, tiling capabilities for large, multi-piece prints, and custom layout capabilities. 

Accounting Manager software to help trace the actual amount of ink and media used on each job. 

If you have questions about the imagePROGRAF GP-6600S or GP-4400S, download the brochure here. Of you can call us at 866-310-3335 or chat with online at www.freedompaper.com.