HP Latex 800W - Multilayer Use Cases

Updated March 25, 2026 10:51

This article details various use cases for multilayer printing, clarifying its functionality across different software versions and file types.

Prerequisites

CalderaRIP is installed with the "HP-Latex-800-W" driver.
The printer is calibrated (a color profile is installed).

Info

To simulate real production, we created Calpatch files with test profiles used in the videos below. If you wish to test the multilayer functions on your workstation, color profiles are not required; however, a proper calibration is necessary for actual production.
The following images are required:
- Flamingo_Multilayers.pdf
- Flamingo_White-Colors.pdf (Standard Multilayer file, prepared in PrimeCenter, to be used with a previously saved layer arrangement "White-Color")
- Flamingo_Color-White-Color.pdf (Standard Multilayer file, prepared in PrimeCenter, to be used with a previously saved layer arrangement "Color-White-Color")

The "Sandwich" mode allows you to print one or two additional layers of ink on the top or bottom of either side A or B, depending on your production needs:

To print in "Sandwich" mode, you must follow a specific process using your HP Latex printer driver and CalderaRIP’s Multilayer Manager. Learn more.
Always verify the Spot Color configuration in Page Setup prior to printing. After modifying spot color settings in Page Setup, save or overwrite your previously saved layer arrangement (if necessary).
Potential Error Message:
- "[Filename] The selected quality is not intended for sandwich mode, side B. Please select a compatible quality (suffix "SB")”: Make sure the print quality is set up correctly for the right layer. The suffixes are "SA" for Side A and "SB" for Side B. Refer to the dedicated chapter for more information.