Choose the Right DNP RX1HS Media.
Compare genuine DNP RX1HS 4×6, 5×7 and 6×8 paper-and-ribbon print kits, photo booth strip workflows and specialty perforated media for the DNP DS-RX1HS and compatible original RX1 printers.
This guide explains print yields, media differences, 2×6 strip options, the 5×7 L-Spacer requirement, perforated formats and which media kit makes the most sense for your photo booth, event, studio or retail workflow.
Which DNP RX1HS Media Should You Buy?
For many photo booth and event-printing businesses, standard RX1HS 4×6 media is the most practical starting point because it offers the highest standard media capacity and can also produce two 2×6 photo booth strips from each 4×6 sheet.
Choose dedicated 5×7 media when you specifically need true 5×7 output. Choose 6×8 media for larger prints and more layout flexibility. Specialty perforated media is intended for workflows where the physical tear-away perforation is part of the finished product.
Standard event prints plus two 2×6 booth strips per 4×6 sheet.
TRUE 5×7 OUTPUT 5 × 7 800 prints / caseDedicated 5×7 photo media. RX1HS L-Spacer set required.
LARGEST STANDARD MEDIA 6 × 8 700 prints / caseLarge event prints plus supported multi-print and strip workflows.
What Is DNP RX1HS Media?
DNP RX1HS media is supplied as matched dye-sublimation photo paper and ribbon sets designed for the DNP DS-RX1HS and compatible original DNP RX1 printers.
Paper and ribbon are supplied together because the dye-sublimation printer uses the ribbon during each print cycle and advances the corresponding paper from the installed roll.
- 4×6 — 700 prints per roll / 1,400 per case
- 5×7 — 400 prints per roll / 800 per case
- 6×8 — 350 prints per roll / 700 per case
DNP RX1HS Media Formats at a Glance
DNP currently identifies three standard media sets plus three specialty perforated media formats for the RX1HS platform.
| Media | DNP Identifier | Rated Case Yield | Output | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4×6 Standard | RX1HS4x6 / RX1HS(46) | 1,400 4×6 prints | 4×6 or two 2×6 strips | Photo booths and high-volume events |
| 5×7 Standard | RX1HS5x7 | 800 5×7 prints | True 5×7 | Portraits and larger keepsakes |
| 6×8 Standard | RX1HS6x8 / RX1HS(68) | 700 6×8 prints | 6×8 plus supported cut layouts | Larger event and souvenir prints |
| 4×6 Center Perf | RX1HS4x62S | 1,400 sheets | Two 3×4 sections | Tear-away specialty products |
| 4×6 2" Single Perf | RX1HS4x6R2 | 1,400 sheets | Single-perforation specialty layout | Specialized production workflows |
| 6×8 3S Triple Strip | RX1HS6x83S | 700 sheets | Three 2×6 perforated strips | Physical tear-away booth strips |
DNP RX1HS 4×6 Media
Standard 4×6 media is the high-capacity workhorse of the RX1HS lineup and a popular choice for photo booth operators and event photographers.
- Standard 4×6 event and photo booth photographs.
- Two 2×6 photo booth strips can be produced from each 4×6 sheet with the supported 2-inch-cut workflow.
- Approximately 12.4 seconds for a standard 4×6 print on the DS-RX1HS.
- 700 prints per roll helps reduce media changes during busy events.
DNP RX1HS 5×7 Media
Dedicated RX1HS 5×7 media is designed for true 5×7 photographs and provides 400 prints per roll.
- 400 true 5×7 prints per roll.
- 800 total 5×7 prints per case.
- Replacement L-Spacer part number 90701140S.
- Original RX1 compatibility requires appropriate RX1HS firmware.
DNP RX1HS 6×8 Media
Choose 6×8 media when your business needs larger photographs or a wider sheet that can support several professional event-printing layouts.
Common 6×8 Media Outputs
Understanding DNP RX1HS Perforated Media
Perforated media is useful when the physical tear-away sections themselves are part of the product. It is different from standard cutter-generated 2×6 photo booth strip output.
4×6 2S Center Perforated
DNP identifier RX1HS4x62S. The physical center perforation divides the finished 4×6 sheet into two 3×4 sections.
Potential applications include dual keepsakes, coupons, vouchers, branded tear-offs and specialty promotional products.
6×8 3S Triple Perforated
DNP identifier RX1HS6x83S. Each printed 6×8 sheet has perforations that allow it to separate into three 2×6 strips.
This media is useful when the finished photo-booth product specifically requires physical perforated tear-away strips.
Shop 6×8 3S MediaRX1HS4x6R2 — 4×6 2" Single Perf
DNP also lists RX1HS4x6R2 as a 4×6 2-inch Single Perf format. It is a separate media configuration from standard 4×6 media and the RX1HS4x62S center-perforated format.
How Do You Print 2×6 Photo Booth Strips?
Traditional 2×6 booth strips do not require perforated paper. The DS-RX1HS supports 2-inch cutting with compatible media and the correct driver or software workflow.
Standard 4×6 Media
1 sheet → 2 stripsA standard 4×6 print is divided into two 2×6 strips using the RX1HS 2-inch-cut workflow.
A full 1,400-print case can therefore produce up to 2,800 individual 2×6 strips.
Standard 6×8 Media
1 sheet → up to 4 stripsDNP supports four 2×6 strip areas from a 6×8 sheet in the appropriate 4-up printing and cutting workflow.
Confirm layout and cutter behavior with your current driver and photo booth application before using it at a paid event.
6×8 3S Media
1 sheet → 3 stripsThe specialty 6×8 3S format creates three physically perforated 2×6 sections.
Choose this option when physical tear separation is part of the final product.
2×6 Cutting Is Controlled by the Print Workflow
There is no physical “2×6 switch” on the printer. The proper print size and cutter settings are configured through the DNP printer driver and/or compatible photo booth software.
Software menus and drivers can change, so use DNP's current instructions rather than depending on an old menu-by-menu tutorial.
See the DNP DS-RX1HS in Action
These official DNP videos are useful for learning more about the printer platform and the RX1HS media-loading procedure.
An introduction to the DS-RX1HS platform, its high-capacity media system and professional event-printing applications.
A useful visual reference for installing the paper roll and matching ribbon in the DNP DS-RX1HS.
How Much RX1HS Media Should You Bring?
There is no universal “one roll per event” rule. Actual print volume depends on guest count, booth sessions, copies per session, reprints, guest-book copies and your specific package.
Calculate your expected production and carry additional compatible media as a reserve. A paid event should not depend on reaching the final theoretical print of the last roll.
Rated print counts are useful for planning. Your event requirement should also account for setup prints, client reprints and other unexpected production needs.
What About the Original DNP RX1?
The DS-RX1HS is the high-speed successor to the original DNP RX1, but firmware history is important when using RX1HS media in an older RX1 printer.
DNP's legacy firmware documentation explains that certain RX1 firmware updates convert the printer to require RX1HS media and that the conversion cannot be reversed.
RX1 → DS-RX1HS
RX1HS Media Loading & Handling Tips
Keep the Kit Together
Use the paper and ribbon from the corresponding print kit rather than casually mixing components from different opened media sets.
Keep Media Clean
Keep dust, debris, liquids and fingerprints away from the paper, ribbon and internal printer media path.
Avoid Excessive Heat
Store unopened media in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight and avoid prolonged storage in hot vehicles.
Use L-Spacers for 5×7
Install the proper RX1HS L-Spacer set before loading the narrower dedicated 5×7 media.
Run a Test Print
After changing media, verify output size, orientation, cutter behavior and print finish before event production begins.
Carry Backup Media
For professional events, keep additional compatible media accessible rather than relying on the exact calculated quantity.
DNP maintains current help resources for 2-inch cutting, white lines, cutter jams, paper-path issues, color profiles and other printer topics.
DNP RX1HS Media from EventPrinters.com
EventPrinters.com is operated by Southtrend Corp., a Miami-based company serving the professional photo printing industry since 1996.
We supply genuine DNP paper-and-ribbon media kits, professional photo printers and accessories to photo booth operators, event photographers, studios, attractions, retail businesses and other professional imaging customers.
If you are unsure which RX1HS media kit, L-Spacer or perforated format is appropriate for your workflow, contact us before ordering.
DNP RX1HS Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What media sizes does the DNP RX1HS use?
The RX1HS platform uses standard 4×6, 5×7 and 6×8 media. DNP also currently lists specialty 4×6 Center Perf, 4×6 2-inch Single Perf and 6×8 2-inch Triple Strip media formats.
How many prints are in DNP RX1HS 4×6 media?
Standard RX1HS 4×6 media includes two 700-print rolls for 1,400 total 4×6 prints per case.
How many prints are in RX1HS 5×7 media?
Dedicated RX1HS 5×7 media includes two 400-print rolls for 800 total 5×7 prints.
How many prints are in RX1HS 6×8 media?
Standard RX1HS 6×8 media includes two 350-print rolls for 700 total 6×8 prints.
How do I print 2×6 photo booth strips with the RX1HS?
The most common method uses standard 4×6 media with the supported 2-inch-cut workflow. Each 4×6 sheet can produce two 2×6 strips. DNP also supports four 2×6 strip areas from compatible 6×8 workflows.
Do I need perforated media for regular 2×6 strips?
No. Standard 4×6 RX1HS media can produce two 2×6 photo booth strips using the printer cutter and the correct driver or software settings. Perforated media is used when a physical tear-away perforation is specifically desired.
What does RX1HS 4×6 Center Perforated media produce?
RX1HS4x62S has a physical center perforation that divides a 4×6 sheet into two 3×4 sections. It is not the same product as the standard two-2×6-strip cutter workflow.
What does RX1HS 6×8 3S media produce?
RX1HS6x83S is a specialty 6×8 format that separates into three physically perforated 2×6 photo booth strips.
What is RX1HS4x6R2?
RX1HS4x6R2 is DNP's 4×6 2-inch Single Perf media format. It is separate from standard RX1HS 4×6 media and RX1HS4x62S Center Perf media.
Does RX1HS 5×7 media require spacers?
Yes. Dedicated 5×7 media requires the RX1HS L-Spacer set, part number 90701140S, to correctly position the narrower roll.
Can the RX1HS print 5×7 using 6×8 media?
Yes, a supported bordered 5×7 workflow can be produced from 6×8 media. Dedicated RX1HS 5×7 media is intended for true 5×7 output.
Can the DNP DS-RX1HS print 6×6 photos?
Yes. DNP currently lists 6×6 among the supported output sizes of the DS-RX1HS.
What print finishes does the RX1HS support?
DNP's current RX1HS printer information lists Glossy, Luster, Matte, Fine Matte and Partial Matte finish options. The exact finish choices available to you can depend on the current driver, software, firmware and workflow.
Is RX1HS media compatible with the original DNP RX1?
Original RX1 compatibility depends in part on firmware history. DNP's legacy firmware documentation explains that RX1 printers upgraded to RX1HS firmware require RX1HS media. Dedicated 5×7 and 6×8 RX1HS product documentation specifies firmware v2.04 or later for the original RX1.
Is RX1HS media compatible with the DNP DS620A?
No. The DS620A uses a different family of DNP paper-and-ribbon media. RX1HS media is not interchangeable with DS620A media.
How fast does the DNP DS-RX1HS print?
DNP currently specifies approximately 12.4 seconds for a 4×6 print and approximately 21.9 seconds for a 6×8 print, with up to approximately 290 4×6 prints per hour.
Where can I buy genuine DNP RX1HS media?
EventPrinters.com is an Authorized DNP Dealer supplying genuine RX1HS media, printers and accessories from Miami, Florida.
Shop Genuine DNP RX1HS Media
Choose the media format that matches your printer, print size and event workflow. If you are uncertain which media or L-Spacer you need, contact us before ordering.