Konica Minolta magicolor 5500 series: Unveils its new range of high-performance colour laser printers ~Delivering maximum uptime, quality and efficiency to demanding businesses~
Nieuwegein, The Netherlands, January 15, 2007 – Konica Minolta Printing Solutions Europe introduces its magicolor® 5500 series range of colour laser printers. From medium sized workgroups to the enterprise, it is perfectly designed to meet the needs of even the most demanding office environments. Its advanced printing technology offers unsurpassed print quality and efficiency to vastly improve printer uptime.
Breakthrough technology provides complete cost control Due to its pioneering 3-object segmentation and new ASIC technology, the magicolor 5500 series can differentiate between text, graphics and images, giving it the unique ability to automatically maximise toner efficiency. As a result, customers can save up to 50% toner without compromising print quality.
“Konica Minolta ’s focus is to increase the presence of its colour laser printers in the enterprise market by providing solutions that meet the complex needs of our customers” said Hiroyuki Masuda, Manager Product Marketing EMEA.” With its groundbreaking innovations, the magicolor 5500 series goes beyond the limits by delivering customers superior quality and performance whilst contributing to a lower total cost of ownership”
Print quality and durability that rivals offset printing Simitri™ HD, Konica Minolta’s next generation of polymerised toner, offers superior print quality and durability that rivals offset printing. Commercial material will last longer due to its increased resistance to withstand UV light and peeling that can occur when documents are folded. Combined with PhotoArt-9600™ (600x600 4-bit contone resolution) technology, it delivers accurately gradated print outs in stunning colour. Simitri HD polymerised toner operates at a much lower temperature saving up to 15% more energy, which also significantly reduces paper jams resulting in increased business productivity. Due to its unique manufacturing process, it emits 40% less CO2, NOx, and SOx than conventional pulverised toners.
Seamless integration
KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS EUROPE B.V. · Edisonbaan 14-E · 3439 MN Nieuwegein · The Netherlands Phone: (+31) 30 248 1200 · Fax (+31) 30 248 1211 · info@bpe.konicaminolta.nl – printer.konicaminolta.com ·Chamber of Commerce Utrecht No. 30074358
Konica Minolta’s next generation Emperon™ 4 technology provides ultimate compatibility with major printing languages (PostScript®3, PCL 6), operating systems, business applications (SAP, Citrix Metaframe®) as well as PDF and JPEG/TIFF direct print emulation (also from USB memory stick). The result being quick document processing from virtually any office, design, publishing and other applications.
Easy printer management As with all Konica Minolta Emperon products, a comprehensive array of printer management tools, PageScope Suite, are included providing a convenient way for users and system administrators to manage and configure both printers and MFPs in the local business network and remotely. Important information such as real time supply status and troubleshoot details can be monitored from virtually anywhere, using a web browser. Additional plug-ins are available for HP Openview, IBM® Tivoli NetView, CA Unicenter®, and Microsoft® Management Console. The magicolor 5500 series is available in two models: magicolor 5570 Due to its high print speed of 30 ppm colour and 35 ppm monochrome and processing power, the magicolor 5570 is well suited in any workgroup, design or other heavy duty environments where high-quality and fast output is essential. A PowerPC 867 MHZ processor and 256 MB RAM are built in which enables it to handle heavy print jobs with great ease for even the most critical power user. The magicolor 5570 is priced at €1499,excluding VAT. magicolor 5550 With 25.6 ppm in colour and 30 ppm in monochrome, the magicolor 5550 brings high performance with added versatility to the professional user. It has a PowerPC 733 MHZ processor and 256 MB RAM . The magicolor 5550 is priced at €1199,- excluding VAT.
Options The magicolor 5500 series has an optional 2-bin staple finisher which can staple (at a 45˚ angle) and sort documents just like a copier. The standard 600-sheet paper capacity can be increased to a maximum of 1600 sheets.
KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS EUROPE B.V. · Edisonbaan 14-E · 3439 MN Nieuwegein · The Netherlands Phone: (+31) 30 248 1200 · Fax (+31) 30 248 1211 · info@bpe.konicaminolta.nl – printer.konicaminolta.com ·Chamber of Commerce Utrecht No. 30074358
With an (optional) hard disk drive, users can enjoy advanced features such as security printing, which allows documents to remain confidential by delaying output until a personal password is typed in. Features such as staple finisher, downloading fonts, job accounting and overlays are also available after installing a compact flash card (optional). PowerPack The PowerPack™ is included with the purchase of the magicolor® 5500 series. The first programme of its kind, it provides unprecedented added value by offering a full range of complementary services to enhance user’s printing experience. Customers can benefit from up to three years warranty, guaranteed return value on a replacement printer, discount on bundled options and free training and software which ultimately decreases their total cost of ownership. Included in the PowerPack is the Clean Planet program, Konica Minolta’s return cartridge recycling program that provides businesses a way to contribute towards environmental conservation. Warranty, availability and services The magicolor® 5500 series is supplied ‘ready to use’, including a pre-installed set of consumables. The toner cartridges for black, cyan, magenta and yellow can be replaced individually with cartridges with a print capacity of 12,000 or 6,000 (CMYK). The print units carry a capacity of 30,000 each. The printer has an on-site warranty of one year that can be expanded to a maximum of 5 years. Customers have the option to purchase Protect.Pack, a new program from Konica Minolta that offers a comprehensive portfolio of modular service options.
. KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS EUROPE B.V. Konica Minolta Printing Solutions Europe B.V. is an innovative developer, manufacturer and supplier of document printing solutions. The product line includes colour and monochrome laser printers, and associated supplies and accessories for general office, electronic publishing, graphics, design, advanced imaging and home office applications. Konica Minolta Printing Solutions Europe B.V. - with headquarters in Nieuwegein, The Netherlands - distributes its products through a broad network of e-commerce, retail, reseller and distribution partners. For more information: KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS EUROPE B.V. Edisonbaan 14-E 3439 MN Nieuwegein The Netherlands +31 (0) 30 248 1200 Internet Address http://printer.konicaminolta.com
KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS EUROPE B.V. · Edisonbaan 14-E · 3439 MN Nieuwegein · The Netherlands Phone: (+31) 30 248 1200 · Fax (+31) 30 248 1211 · info@bpe.konicaminolta.nl – printer.konicaminolta.com ·Chamber of Commerce Utrecht No. 30074358
Editor’s Note: Kristen Miller Public Relations Manager EMEA kristen.miller@bpe.konicaminolta.nl Tel: +31 (0) 30 248 1146
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KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS EUROPE B.V. · Edisonbaan 14-E · 3439 MN Nieuwegein · The Netherlands Phone: (+31) 30 248 1200 · Fax (+31) 30 248 1211 · info@bpe.konicaminolta.nl – printer.konicaminolta.com ·Chamber of Commerce Utrecht No. 30074358