KONICA MINOLTA Introduces High-Performance Workgroup Color Laser.MOBILE, Ala ALA aminolevulinic acid. Ala alanine. ala (a´lah) pl. a´lae [L.] a winglike process. . -- magicolor(R) 5450 offers astounding a·stound tr.v. a·stound·ed, a·stound·ing, a·stounds To astonish and bewilder. See Synonyms at surprise. [From Middle English astoned, past participle of astonen, speed and color quality in an easy-to-use, desktop-friendly design Highlights --Perfect for the multi-platform office, the magicolor 5450--with its next-generation Emperon controller--features PostScript(R) 3 and PCL (Printer Command Language) The page description language for HP LaserJet printers. It has become a de facto standard used in many printers and typesetters. PCL Level 5, introduced with the LaserJet III in 1990, also supports Compugraphic's Intellifont scalable fonts. (R) 6 printer emulations and is compatible with Windows(R), Macintosh(R), and Linux(R). --The magicolor 5450 uses KONICA MINOLTA's single-pass color laser printing technology to print color and b&w pages at 27 ppm (Pages Per Minute) The measurement of printer speed. See gppm. PPM - Portable Pixmap , allowing users to keep pace with busy office demands. --The magicolor 5450 is equipped with a 667 MHz (MegaHertZ) One million cycles per second. It is used to measure the transmission speed of electronic devices, including channels, buses and the computer's internal clock. A one-megahertz clock (1 MHz) means some number of bits (16, 32, 64, etc. processor and 256 MB DDR SDRAM See DDR. to effortlessly ef·fort·less adj. Calling for, requiring, or showing little or no effort. See Synonyms at easy. ef  fort·less·ly adv. handle complex print jobs.--Network-ready right out of the box, the magicolor 5450 DL includes a built-in Gigabit Ethernet An Ethernet standard that transmits at 1 Gbps. Used mostly to connect high-end workstations and servers as well as for network backbones, Gigabit Ethernet transmits full duplex from point to point using switches and half duplex in a shared environment (CSMA/CD) using a hub. (R) interface, as well as Hi-speed USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. 2.0, and parallel ports for stand-alone operation. --The magicolor 5450 produces up to 9600 x 600 dpi-class resolution on various paper stocks up to 110 lb. Index, allowing users to create anything from multi-page business documents to glossy marketing pieces without paying premium dollars for outsourced print jobs. --For enhanced color quality, the magicolor 5450 uses Photo ART(TM) contone technology and KONICA MINOLTA's Simitri(R) polymerized toner An electrically charged ink used in copy machines and laser printers. It adheres to an invisible image that has been charged with the opposite polarity onto a plate or drum or onto the paper itself. to generate fine detail in text and graphics, and smooth gradation gradation: see ablaut. in images. Today KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC inc - /ink/ increment, i.e. increase by one. Especially used by assembly programmers, as many assembly languages have an "inc" mnemonic. Antonym: dec. . introduced its most powerful color laser printer A laser printer that prints in color using four toner cartridges (CMYK) of cyan, magenta, yellow and black. The colors are applied one at a time to the drum and are then adhered to the paper. See printer. yet: the magicolor(R) 5450. This new model is equipped with more power, greater versatility, and excellent quality for businesses that want high productivity and professional color. With a new state-of-the art Emperon controller, PostScript 3 and PCL 6 languages, and 9600 x 600 dpi-class resolution, this printer is set to take on the diverse office environment. Yet it's competitively priced, very simple to use, and "desktop friendly" to fit and function easily in any office. This latest printer in KONICA MINOLTA's magicolor 5400 Series is designed for small business teams, large workgroups, and corporate departments. Business-class Performance The magicolor 5450 is one of two new printers to feature KONICA MINOLTA's next-generation Emperon printing architecture. More than just a controller, Emperon is a combination of hardware and software that, ultimately, results in a positive printing experience for every user. Emperon provides: --Superior performance from the time data is received off the network to the printed page. --Unsurpassed compatibility with the most popular printing languages, operating systems Operating systems can be categorized by technology, ownership, licensing, working state, usage, and by many other characteristics. In practice, many of these groupings may overlap. , and network environments. --Excellent color quality with precise color matching and halftone screening A series of regular spaced opaque lines on glass, crossing at right angles, producing transparent apertures between intersections. Used in a process camera to break up a solid or continuous tone image into a pattern of small dots. See also halftone. for best-in-class 9600 x 600 dpi resolution. --Easy printer management for both general users and system administrators. --Seamless integration of document output management with a consistent user interface and functionalities across all KONICA MINOLTA next-generation products--both printers and MFPs. The magicolor 5450 uses KONICA MINOLTA's single-pass laser technology to produce full-color or black & white prints at 27 pages per minute, with a first-page-out time of only 14 seconds, to keep pace with demanding workloads. This color laser workhorse work·horse n. 1. Something, such as a machine, that performs dependably under heavy or prolonged use: "the 50-year-old DC-3 ... is equipped with a Gigabit Ethernet interface for high-speed business networks, and a 667 MHz PowerPC CPU CPU in full central processing unit Principal component of a digital computer, composed of a control unit, an instruction-decoding unit, and an arithmetic-logic unit. that processes complex files with ease. Also onboard Refers to a chip or other hardware component that is directly attached to the printed circuit board (motherboard). Contrast with offboard. See inboard. is 256 MB DDR SDRAM, which effectively doubles file data throughput and consumes less energy. The memory can easily be upgraded to a maximum of 1,024 MB for even more processing power and increased productivity. Users can also add an optional internal IDE (1) (Integrated Development Environment) A set of programs run from a single user interface. For example, programming languages often include a text editor, compiler and debugger, which are all activated and function from a common menu. 40 GB hard disk to activate additional memory, security, and convenience features, such as direct PDF (Portable Document Format) The de facto standard for document publishing from Adobe. On the Web, there are countless brochures, data sheets, white papers and technical manuals in the PDF format. , TIFF, and JPEG JPEG in full Joint Photographic Experts Group Standard computer file format for storing graphic images in a compressed form for general use. JPEG images are compressed using a mathematical algorithm. printing; electronic collation COLLATION, descents. A term used in the laws of Louisiana. Collation -of goods is the supposed or real return to the mass of the succession, which an heir makes of the property he received in advance of his share or otherwise, in order that such property may be divided, together with the ; and proof-then-print, secured, and stored job functions. "With its robust processing capability, the magicolor 5450 is perfect for businesses and workgroups that need an affordable production powerhouse A fourth-generation language from Cognos that was introduced in the late 1970s for midrange computers. It supports both character-oriented, terminal-based applications as well as Windows clients. Applications developed under PowerHouse can be imported into Cognos' Axiant client/server environment. to produce compelling business documents in a short timeframe," said Stephen Fletcher, President and COO of KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. Multi-platform Compatibility Well-suited to today's multi-platform business environments, the magicolor 5450 includes PostScipt 3 and PCL 6 languages to support popular business applications, allowing the seamless creation and printing of color not of the white race; - commonly meaning, esp. in the United States, of negro blood, pure or mixed. See also: Color documents. Its Emperon high-performance controller provides fast job processing Handling and processing jobs in the computer. for Windows, Macintosh and Linux users. The magicolor 5450 features mixed network support for NetWare(R), TCP/IP TCP/IP in full Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Standard Internet communications protocols that allow digital computers to communicate over long distances. , and EtherTalk(R) to ensure easy integration into almost any configuration. The magicolor 5450 includes helpful system status and management utilities for both individual users and IT professionals. Individual users can get real-time supply status, and manage and troubleshoot the printer from virtually anywhere, using a web browser The program that serves as your front end to the Web on the Internet. In order to view a site, you type its address (URL) into the browser's Location field; for example, www.computerlanguage.com, and the home page of that site is downloaded to you. and the magicolor 5450's PageScope(TM) Web Connection. Network administrators can count on PageScope NetCare web-based tools for remote installation, management, and configuration of both KONICA MINOLTA and non-KONICA MINOLTA printers. And, Enterprise Management System Plug-Ins are available for seamless printing from OpenView, NetView, Unicenter, and Microsoft Management Console A Windows NT/2000 feature that provides a common environment for running management software from Microsoft and third parties. Any type of administration service such as network management, antivirus management, disk management and authentication can be created as a Microsoft Management . Photographic Image Quality Built into the magicolor 5450 are several revolutionary color technologies that produce eye-catching results. The magicolor 5450's 9600 x 600 dpi-class Photo ART(TM) contone quality produces photographic detail and smooth color gradients, which significantly enhance printed communications to help businesses gain that important competitive advantage. Dynamic contone screening optimizes output by analyzing page elements and automatically adjusting color screens to provide the best image possible. To ensure color stays consistent on every print, the printer features enhanced Automatic Image Density Control (eAIDC), which automatically calibrates the printer for optimal color quality. "The magicolor 5450 provides business workgroups a versatile tool for producing colorful, high-impact presentations and marketing pieces in-house for just pennies a print, rather than paying premium dollars for outsourced print jobs," added Fletcher. User-friendly Design Like all KONICA MINOLTA laser printers, the magicolor 5450 is extremely user-friendly. In minutes, the printer is up and running with pre-installed toners and auto-install software that automatically detects the printer on the network and guides the user through setup. The magicolor 5450 includes comprehensive printer drivers and software that simplify printing with such options as collation, fit-to-page scaling, separation pages, watermarks, tray selection, and secure printing. It's also outfitted with a desktop Status Monitor that provides print job and supply level status with a pop-up window pop-up window n (Comput) → Popup-Fenster nt on the user's monitor. Another remarkable design feature is the magicolor 5450's size, which is 33% smaller than comparable models. The magicolor 5450 has a one-year exchange warranty and ships with a pre-installed set of supplies, including cyan, magenta, yellow, and black all-in-one imaging cartridges. The printer is available through KONICA MINOLTA's network of distributors, authorized au·thor·ize tr.v. au·thor·ized, au·thor·iz·ing, au·thor·iz·es 1. To grant authority or power to. 2. To give permission for; sanction: dealers, and e-commerce partners. To find the location nearest you, call 800-523-2696 or visit www.buymagicolor.com.
Product Pricing & Specifications
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Price US $
Printer Specifications (Est. Street)
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magicolor 5450 - 27 ppm color / 27 ppm b&w $1,799.00
- Up to 9600 x 600 dpi-class resolution
- 256 MB RAM std. / 1,024 MB RAM max.
- Emperon Controller and 667 MHz PowerPC CPU
- Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000BaseTX),
Hi-speed USB 2.0, and parallel interfaces
- PostScript 3, PCL 6, PDF, JPEG/TIFF Direct
Print printer emulations
- Windows Server 2003/XP/2000/NT4 /Me/98SE;
Macintosh OS9 (v9.1+)/OSX v10.2+; Linux
Red Hat 9, SuSE 8.2 compatible
- PageScope suite of printer management
utilities
- Enhanced Automatic Image Density Control
(eAIDC), Automatic ICC-based color
matching, Dynamic contone screening
- 600-sheet input std. / 1,600-sheet input
max.
- Up to 110 lb. Index (up to 210 g/m2) paper
weight
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 17.9" x 20.5" x
17.3"
- 60,000 page/month duty cycle
- One-year exchange warranty
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Accessories & Price US $
Supplies (List)
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Lower Input 500-sheet Letter/Legal (add up to two) $299.00
Feeder
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Automatic For two-sided printing $399.00
Duplexer
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Printer For storage of media and supplies $249.00
Cabinet
(includes
casters)
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Internal Hard IDE 40 GB for fonts & forms storage; direct $349.00
Disk Kit PDF, JPEG, & TIFF printing; electronic
collation; proof-then-print, secured job,
print & hold, and stored job functions
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Memory Upgrade 128 MB DDR SDRAM DIMM $129.00
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Memory Upgrade 256 MB DDR SDRAM DIMM $149.00
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Memory Upgrade 512 MB DDR SDRAM DIMM $349.00
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Black Toner - 6,000 prints $119.99
Standard
Capacity
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Cyan Toner - 6,000 prints $199.99
Standard
Capacity
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Magenta Toner 6,000 prints $199.99
- Standard
Capacity
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Yellow Toner - 6,000 prints $199.99
Standard
Capacity
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Toner Value Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow - 6,000 prints $509.99
Kit - each
Standard
Capacity
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Black Toner - 12,000 prints $149.99
High Capacity
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Cyan Toner - 12,000 prints $339.99
High Capacity
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Magenta Toner 12,000 prints $339.99
- High
Capacity
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Yellow Toner - 12,000 prints $339.99
High Capacity
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Toner Value Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow - 12,000 prints $919.99
Kit - High each
Capacity
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2nd Transfer Approximately 120,000 prints $39.00
Roller
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Waste Toner Approximately 40,000 prints $29.00
Box
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Transfer Belt Approximately 120,000 prints $299.00
Unit
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Installation On-site installation by qualified service $299.00
technician
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1-Yr. Extended Plan begins at the end of the printer's $135.00
Exchange existing warranty
Warranty
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2-Yr. Extended Plan begins at the end of the printer's $225.00
Exchange existing warranty
Warranty
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2-Yr. On-Site Plan begins at date of printer purchase $299.00
Warranty
Upgrade
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3-Yr. On-Site Plan begins at date of printer purchase $549.00
Warranty
Upgrade
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4-Yr. On-Site Plan begins at date of printer purchase $774.00
Warranty
Upgrade
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Note: consumable yields based on 5% coverage, continuous mode
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KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC., is an innovative developer, manufacturer, and supplier of document printing solutions. The product line includes color and monochrome Also called "mono." Refers to display screens that use one foreground and one background color; for example, black on white, white on black or green on black. The first terminals connected to mainframes and minicomputers were monochrome, and monochrome screens were widely used on early laser printers, and associated supplies and accessories for general office, electronic publishing An umbrella term for non-paper publishing, which includes publishing online or on media such as CDs and DVDs. , graphic design, advanced imaging, and home office applications. KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. headquarters are in Mobile, Alabama USA, and its products are distributed through a broad network of e-commerce, retail, reseller An organization that sells hardware and software to the general public. Resellers purchase products from software publishers and hardware manufacturers. and distribution partners. Editors' Note: If your publication prints direct reader contact information, please use the following: KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. One Magnum Pass Mobile, AL 36618 (800) 523-2696 or (251) 633-4300 Internet Address (http://printer.konicaminolta.com/usa) KONICA MINOLTA and the KONICA MINOLTA logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA HOLDINGS, INC. magicolor is a trademark or registered trademark of KONICA MINOLTA PRINTING SOLUTIONS U.S.A., INC. PageScope is a trademark or registered trademark of KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Simitri is a trademark or registered trademark of KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, INC. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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