Samsung now shipping the CLX-8540ND

- Samsung of Korea now shipping the CLX-8540ND color laser A4 MFP featuring:

- base MSRP of $8249
- 40ppm top speed
- 100K/month max monthly duty cycle
- Built-in print controller with 800MHz processor
- 1GB RAM
- 160GB hard drive
- 10/100/1000BaseT ports
- Maximum paper capacity of 2,720 sheets
- 600x600dpi (9600dpi with interpolation)
- Optional hanging stapling finisher
- Color touch screen LCD control panel
- 20K black toner yield
- Color toners yield 15K

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Sharp now shipping MX-M200D, MX-M260 & MX-M310

- Sharp now shipping new low end b/w laser MFPs, the MX-M200D, MX-M260 & MX-M310 offering:

- MX-M200D offers 20ppm top speed
- Replaces AR-M207e
- Based on Pegasus A3 engine design, first launched in 2003
- Base MSRP of $4090
- Comes standard with 40 sheet document feeder
- Unlike other Sharp models, does not offer the textured plastic exterior
- Small, non-touch screen monochrome LCD panel
- Toner yield of 16K based on 5% coverage per page
- Developer and drum yield of 50K
- Comes standard with USB port and 48MB RAM
- Scans in color and b/w, but only TWAIN scan standard
- Optional network printing and scanning for $750 with PCL print driver
- PostScript print driver for $395
- Fax board for $660
- 10MB fax memory for $195
- Comes standard with two 250 sheet paper drawers and 100 sheet stack bypass
- Auto duplex standard
- Additional 250 sheet drawers are $450 each
- No finishing options
- MX-M260 and MX-M310 offer 26ppm and 31ppm respectively
- Based on Andromeda A3 engine launched in 2003
- Replace the AR-M257 & AR-M317
- Base MSRPs of $5650 and $6995 respectively
- Come standard with USB port and 32MB RAM
- Optional 1GB RAM
- No scanning standard
- Optional print controller for $1195
- PCL print driver
- PostScript print driver for $395
- 300MHz processor
- 64MB RAM (can upgrade to 320MB)
- $395 for data security kit
- No hard drive option for spooling or storage
- Network scanning is additional $1095
- Scan to email/FTP/desktop in b/w only
- Application Integration Module allows end users to enter data at control panel for their scans for $349
- Fax board is $1195
- No second fax line option
- Toner yield of 25K based on 5% coverage per page
- Developer and drum yields of 75K
- Come standard with two 250 sheet paper drawers and 100 sheet stack bypass
- 8.1” monochrome LCD touch screen
- 100 sheet document feeder with top scan speed of 39opm
- Can add two 500 sheet drawers for $795
- Optional internal stapling finisher for $1795

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Fuji Xerox Launches New Generation of Digital Colour MFD's with Smaller Carbon

Fuji Xerox today launched a new series of high-performance digital colour MultiFunction Devices (MFDs) featuring technologies that quickly provide colour documents delivered with environmentally conscious engineering using 75 percent less energy.

While all Fuji Xerox MFDs meet international ENERGY STAR standards, the new ApeosPort-IV/DocuCentre-IV C5570/C4470/C3370/C2270 series have the lowest Typical Electricity Consumption value in the industry, based on standard use over one week. These devices are ideally suited to help Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and corporate offices reduce energy consumption and meet environmental targets.
Four technologies combine to provide performance that matches the green credentials:

LED Print Head

Fuji Xerox has developed a precision LED print head with output resolution of 1200x2400 dpi, equivalent or superior to conventional laser raster output scanner systems. LED print head technology makes it possible to build smaller devices and reduce power consumption by 45 percent. A newly developed biomass plastic comprised of 30 percent corn constituent (by weight) used for many components further reduces carbon dioxide emissions during manufacture.

Induction Heating Fuser

For the first time, Fuji Xerox replaced the traditional fuser with a new Induction Heating (IH) fuser which uses 25 percent less energy. MFDs consume most energy waiting for jobs in standby or low-power modes, during which 70 percent goes to the fuser – the heating element that keeps toner viscous and ready for printing. Using a heating process similar to a cooktop to quickly convert and transfer heat, IH fuser can rapidly return to operating mode using less electricity.

LED Scanner

The scanning unit uses LEDs in place of conventional xenon lamps for 1.5 times brighter light using 70 percent less energy. This also permits greater scanning precision, and speeds up to 70 images per minute.

Emulsion Aggregate (EA) Eco Toner

Even the toner in the new ApeosPort-IV/ DocuCentre-IV series is more efficient. Using a specially grown toner than melts at lower temperatures, power consumption is cut an additional 15 percent. EA-Eco toner is actually small beads of colorant (ink) suspended in uniform beads of quick-melting polyester – a technology found only in Fuji Xerox products.

“These industry-leading technologies are further evidence of our belief in innovation,” said Richard Penny, marketing manager, Fuji Xerox New Zealand. “But none of the new features come at the expense of environmental responsibility. By innovating smartly, we believe Fuji Xerox will continue to lead in the office as the choice for users that want the best technologies without compromise.”

Design and Usability

Using the efficiency of the IH fuser, Fuji Xerox has reduced the First Copy Out Time to five seconds for colour copies (three seconds monochrome), the fastest available for this MFD class. Warm-up time from a cold start is also a class-leading 28 seconds.

For easier identification, the parts of the MFD that are most frequently accessed are now featured in dark blue – a design standard starting with ApeosPort-IV/ DocuCentre-IV series.

Control comes via an 8.5-inch touchscreen user interface. The positioning of the buttons and touchscreen are designed to match standard order of operation. This new range of MFDs also allows print or store images directly from USB storage devices.

The ApeosPort-IV/DocuCentre-IV series is available from Fuji Xerox New Zealand sales agents.

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Samsung "Where's The Beef in the New 6545N?"

Alright, I received the press release on the new "Sammy" Multixpress 6545N. Forty-Five page per minute A4 device, looks identical to the "Sammy" 6345N (also a 45ppm A4 device). So I asked, "Where's the Beef?", why does the 6545N have an MSRP that is $2,000 higher than the 6345N?

A few differences that I found:

6545N has a 100 page Document Feeder compared to the 6345N, the 6545N sports Open Architecture software via XOA while the 6345N has no open architecture. The cost per page is lower on the "Sammy" 6545N, the MSRP for the toner is $99.00 with a yield of 25,000 pages compared to the 6345N that has a cost of $125. Plus the drum on the 6545N is rated at 80K and the 6345N is rated at 60K. Samsung put a new color display on the 6545N, and added some additional options such as a 2 bin sorter and a 4 bin mailbox. That's about all I found going through the specs. Otherwise these systems seems almost identical.

"Where's The Beef?" Are you telling me customers are going to anti up an additional $2,000 for finishing options that are not included? Are customers going to pay $2,000for a color display? Will they lay out an additional $2,000 for Open Architecture.

Now there was something in the press release that caught my attention.

"All copiers are available through Samsung’s BTA Distribution and Dealer channels, which can be located by calling 1-800-SAMSUNG or by visiting www.samsung.com. Samsung Power Partners receive special promotions, lead referrals, training and technical support, as well as collateral and marketing materials. To find out more about becoming a Samsung Power Partner, visit www.samsungpartner.com."

BTA & Dealer Channels, ok tells me they are looking for Dealers and they may have configured this unit especially for the dealer community. That's a good thing, dealers need a higher MSRP and need to maintain margins while still being able to upgrade existing systems on leases. However, if this is the case, Samsung needs to discontinue the Samsung 6345N which has a list of $2,995 (you can find this box on the web for as low as $1,645).

Don't know about you, but I'd have a hard time laying out an additional two grand for this box.

-=Good Selling=-

Samsung announces premier color multifunction printer for high speed offices

19 November, 2009


Samsung Electronics America Inc., a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation, hasannounced its premier color laser multifunction printer (MFP), the MultiXpress CLX-8540ND. Having an MSRP of $USD 8,249.00, the CLX-8540ND is currently offered by Samsung's valued network of Service Dealers and OA Distributors.
"The CLX-8540ND is our flagship hybrid printer designed as a printer-copier solution for workgroups in large corporate environments and for copy-intensive small-to-mid size businesses," said Doug Albregts, vice president, Information Technology Division, Samsung Electronics America Inc. "Along with being one of the fastest digital color printers on the market, the CLX-8540ND also bridges the gap between Letter/Legal verses Ledger printers by including advanced printer and copier features usually only found on larger machines. What we've done is simplify the selection process for IT managers who are looking for a truly multifunctional printer."

The CLX-8540ND is one of the fastest color MFPs on the market capable of replacing or complementing bulky Ledger MFPs. The high volume of printing and copying required by large workgroups, such as government offices or university centers, are easily met by the CLX-8540ND's quick startup time, up to 40 pages per minute (PPM) output capability and up to a 100,000 sheet monthly duty cycle. To process multiple jobs, the CLX-8540ND is equipped with an 800 MHz processor, 1GB of RAM and a 160GB hard drive. The end result is print jobs and high resolution scans are processed, stored and handled quickly and easily. The optional paper tray capacity, expandable to 2,720 sheets, allows the CLX-8540ND to run large print jobs without interruption.

The CLX-8540ND's Real-Time Calibration Technology creates consistently clear, sharp color prints at 9,600 x 600 dpi. Samsung's Easy Color Manager software allows the convenience of on-screen adjustment of color balance, brightness, contrast and saturation. The Auto Color Detection feature alleviates the hassle of differentiating between color and black & white prints and automatically adjusts toner usage, saving money. Documents, either letter or legal, can also be scanned at an enhanced up to 4,800 x 4,800 dpi and then saved, printed, e-mailed or faxed to any networked location.

The CLX-8540ND offers management tools to help minimize operating and maintenance costs. The modular design allows for upgraded accessories, such as a 2-bin finisher, a 4-bin mailbox and a High Capacity Feeder, to be easily installed and, in those rare cases, can be quickly serviced. The Samsung 7" color LCD display user interface is simple to use and can be configured to corporate preferences. For creating company letterhead and commonly used forms on the fly, there are form overlay and watermarking features provided to make it simple and flexible to maintain standardization.

HP Recognized for Leadership in Managed Print Services by Global Industry Analyst Firms

PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 16, 2009

HP today announced its managed print services (MPS) offering has been recognized as the preferred choice for enterprise customers by IDC, a leading provider of IT research and advice.

HP Managed Print Services transforms business processes by optimizing a company’s imaging and printing infrastructure, effectively managing the total imaging and printing environment and improving and streamlining document workflows. It helps customers cut costs, increase productivity and reduce their environmental footprints.
HP was identified as the leader in a recent survey conducted by IDC, “Managed Print Services – Global Market and Provider Analysis.”(1) Within the survey sample, HP had the highest share of new and outstanding MPS contracts among hardcopy manufacturers.(2)
“HP has expanded its capabilities to strengthen the MPS industry with its IT heritage, and we continue to increasingly capture the growing MPS market and surpass expectations,” said Vyomesh Joshi, executive vice president, Imaging and Printing Group, HP. “Our recent momentum is a powerful proof point in HP’s strategy to establish long-term contractual relationships with the world’s top companies as we continue to lead the digital print transformation.”

The IDC report is the latest in a series of third-party studies that show HP’s leadership in MPS. Others include the 2009 Magic Quadrant for MPS from Gartner, which placed HP in the Leaders Quadrant(3) and Photizo Group’s 2009 MPS Market Forecast, which positions HP as the global leader.(4)

“The IDC study, coupled with HP’s recognized leadership in similar reports, firmly demonstrates that HP remains the best choice for customers as they invest in MPS and look for new ways to reduce costs and improve productivity,” said Bruce Dahlgren, senior vice president, Imaging and Printing Group, HP. “Once again, HP’s extensive product portfolio, strength in networking and services, and expert knowledge has positioned the company as a leader, demonstrating that customers continue to choose HP as their trusted partner in managed print services.”

In related news, HP recently announced a Managed Enterprise Solutions (MES) global business unit led by Bruce Dahlgren within the Imaging and Printing Group (IPG), an expanded alliance with Canon, enhanced channel-led programs, hardware and solutions, the HP Payback Printing Campaign and the largest ever rollout of HP printing workflow solutions.

The first of its kind for its comprehensive, demand-side coverage, IDC’s “Managed Print Services – Global Market and Provider Analysis” covers 10 countries in four geographic regions – the United States, Western Europe, Asia Pacific and Latin America.

The analysis shows that cost cutting is the primary motivator of adoption for MPS, with optimizing the printing infrastructure and environmental sustainability as other key motivators. Motivators also examined were regulatory compliance and security, paper document storage, business process transformation, a merger or acquisition, or a services contract extension.

“The results of the survey show HP’s strength in MPS,” said Angèle Boyd, analyst and group vice president, IDC. “With HP’s IT assets and HP Enterprise Services, formally EDS, IPG is a significant force in this growing market.”

About HP
HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world’s largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com/.

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Brother MFC-8380DN "Spec Review"

- Brother is now shipping a new desktop AIO, the MFC-8380DN featuring:
- Copy/print/fax/scan
- 30ppm top speed b/w only
- Auto duplex standard
- 1200x1200dpi
- 50 sheet stack bypass
- 250 sheet paper drawer
- 20 sheet document feeder
- Built-in print controller
- 64MB RAM
- Fax board standard
- 25-400% reduction and enlargement
- Scan to email, scan to file, scan to USB
- Comes with OCR software
- 10/100BaseT & USB ports

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Xerox to mark anniversary of first copier

On Friday, Xerox CEO Ursula Burns will host a reunion of retirees who were involved with the development of the Xerox 914 , which made photocopying cheap, easy and ubiquitous.

The copier also helped make what is now known as Xerox Corp. — a Connecticut-based Fortune 500 firm that employs close to 7,000 in the Rochester area and 54,000 worldwide.

The reunion will be held at the company’s Webster campus. The Rochester-based Haloid Xerox unveiled the product at a New York City trade show on Sept. 16, 1959. And the company began turning out the 600-pound pieces of equipment from a factory on Orchard Street on city's northwest side, with the first reaching customers in early 1960.

Dell Printer Spec Review

- Dell launched three new printers, with the following features:
- All are made by Fuji of Japan (which makes most Xerox copiers and printers)
- Dell 5130cdn is 47ppm A4 top speed full color laser printer for $1549 base MSRP
- 4 tandem OPC drum design
- polymerized toner
- optional paper drawers can make unit floor standing
- optional hanging stapler finisher
- unit’s exterior is dark grey plastic
- 8.5 second first print out time
- 1200x1200dpi
- 800MHz processor
- PCL and PostScript print drivers
- supports up to 216gsm paper weight
- auto duplex up to 163gsm
- Dell 7130cdn is A3 speed LED color printer for $2700 base MSRP (Xerox sells an MFP version)
- Dell 3330dn is 40ppm A4 b/w laser printer for $599 base MSRP

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Print Your Own Personalized Holiday Cards & Envelopes In Color

With the holiday season quickly approaching, it’s time to think about ordering your company’s holiday cards (and the color printed envelopes you put them in). While your competitors are busy searching catalogs and websites for a source for custom-printed high-quality cards for $3 a piece, why not consider a RISO ComColor high-speed inkjet printer and produce the cards in house?

Everyone knows that RISO ComColor printers are fast (up to 150 color pages per minute) and cost efficient ($.01 to $.03 per color page, depending upon coverage), but did you know how versatile they are? With no heat or fusing process and a short, simple paper path, you can print on a variety of paper weights from 12 lb. bond to 210 lb. index. Go ahead and print 3 1/2” x 5 ½“ postcards or newsletters and mini-banners up to 13 ½” x 21 ½”. Plus, how about full color personalized envelopes? Holiday party invitations, 2010 calendars, business cards? With ComColor, you can print it all on demand at a price you can afford.

Let's get started: First, find a beautiful full color holiday design that you want print on an attractive high quality card stock. Of course, you will want to add your organization’s logo. And you will want to print a personalized message inside, like “Christine, Thank you for your business this year. We at ABC Company hope you have a prosperous 2010. Happy Holidays!” Okay, perhaps a handwritten note would be a bit more warm and personal, but if you have several hundred customers, a mail-merged note might be more time efficient, don’t you think?

So here is what it would cost you for, say, 500 full color holiday cards: A nice heavy weight 8 1/2" x 11" ivory linen card stock will cost about $.05 each. Add another $.15 for a matching 6” x 9” ivory envelope. Total cost so far: about $100

Using your ComColor to print your full color graphic design on the front of the card should cost about $.015 each. Your text script on the inside should cost about $.005. Finally, your printing on the outside of the envelope (with a logo, message, and address) might cost you another $.01. Total cost of printing 500 envelopes and two-sided cards: about $15.

That’s it. No address labels to manually apply, no set-up charges, no rush charges, and no waiting. Just print ‘em and mail ‘em! The total time to print 500 cards and envelopes: about 15 minutes! Total cost: $115! The savings on this job alone would likely pay your January lease payment on your ComColor inkjet printer – and that makes for a very happy new year!

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