Lexmark Is First to Market With 4800 dpi Resolution, Confirming Its Inkjet Technology Leadership.Business Editors & Technology Writers NOTE TO MEDIA: Photo is available in a Smart News Release(TM) on Business Wire's Home Page at www.businesswire.com and at www.newstream.com LEXINGTON, Ky.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 18, 2002 With its 2002 Z-line of inkjet printers A printer that propels droplets of ink directly onto the medium. Today, almost all inkjet printers produce color. Low-end inkjets use three ink colors (cyan, magenta and yellow), but produce a composite black that is often muddy. introduced today, Lexmark International, Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : LXK) extends its legacy of technology leadership, once again setting a precedent in print resolution with not one, but two industry firsts: 3600 x 1200 dots per inch (dpi) resolution and 4800 x 1200 dpi resolution on multiple paper types. With products that begin shipping this month, the 2002 Z-line, which includes the Lexmark Z65, Z55, Z45, Z35 and Z25 Color Jetprinters, offers fast print speeds and new features that make it easier than ever for small-office and home users to print. "These products establish a number of industry firsts, including 4800 dpi inkjet print resolution - a groundbreaking technology we are proud to deliver to our customers today," said Tim Craig, Lexmark vice president and president of its Consumer Printer Division. "As the Internet Internet Publicly accessible computer network connecting many smaller networks from around the world. It grew out of a U.S. Defense Department program called ARPANET (Advanced Research Projects Agency Network), established in 1969 with connections between computers at the expands the volume of accessible digital information, there is a growing need for printers like ours, that enable greater productivity and offer consumers the best possible inkjet printing experience with rich graphic capabilities that are fast and easy to use." Innovative Technology Advancements Available Now The flagship Lexmark Z65 offers a host of innovative features enabling it to meet the demanding needs of small office/home office See SOHO. (SOHO Soho (sōhō`, sə–), district of Westminster, London, England, known for its continental restaurants. Once a fashionable quarter, it became popular among writers and artists in the 19th cent. ) users and high-end consumers. Dual paper trays make it simple to print on a variety of media, such as glossy gloss·y adj. gloss·i·er, gloss·i·est 1. Having a smooth, shiny, lustrous surface: glossy satin. See Synonyms at sleek. 2. photo paper and transparencies. Lexmark's PrecisionSense(TM) technology automatically determines the type of stock in the front paper tray and adjusts the printer driver to optimize optimize - optimisation output. In addition, the Lexmark Z65 boasts best-in-class print speeds of up to 15 pages per minute (ppm (Pages Per Minute) The measurement of printer speed. See gppm. PPM - Portable Pixmap ) in color, and up to 21 ppm in black - making it ideal for high-volume users. In black and color, the Lexmark Z65 touts 4800 dpi resolution, while the Lexmark Z55 is capable of 3600 dpi resolution. These inkjets also feature a three picoliter microfine color drop size, allowing for better color transitions and more detailed textures. Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the superb detail and vivid color, while SOHO users will benefit from eye-popping color graphics The ability to display graphic images in colors. and laser-sharp text output. Lexmark Scoops Competition on 4800/3600 dpi Lexmark continues to beat the competition to market with precedent-setting features. Today's announcement of new resolution standards includes two products with previously unavailable quality (4800 dpi for the Lexmark Z65 and 3600 dpi for the Lexmark Z55) that can be produced on all media types, including plain paper. This is in contrast to the rest of the market where only one competitor has announced plans to match Lexmark's 4800 dpi - but only on photopaper with products that are not expected until later this year. Lexmark Signature Features Available across the 2002 Z-line, Lexmark's signature features offer simplicity and efficiency. -- Intuitive Graphics Interface System: Helps ensure customers have a more enjoyable, hassle-free printing experience with easier installation, helpful "how to print" wizards, improved trouble-shooting and special job finishing options. -- Accu-Feed(TM) Paper Handling: Virtually eliminates jams, enabling consumers to choose from a wide range of print media up to 150-pound stock, including envelopes, transparencies, card stock, labels and iron-on transfers. -- Regional Color Tables: Because color preferences vary by geography, Lexmark developed color tables that automatically install by region, delivering output that reflects cultural preferences. The 2002 Lexmark Z-line of Color not of the white race; - commonly meaning, esp. in the United States, of negro blood, pure or mixed. See also: Color Jetprinters Lexmark Z65 Color Jetprinter(TM) Ideal for both SOHO customers and those interested in photo printing, the Lexmark Z65 can generate 4800 x 1200 dpi resolution in black and color on photo paper, inkjet paper Inkjet paper is paper designed for inkjet printers, typically classified by its weight, brightness and smoothness, and sometimes by its opacity. Successful inkjet printing requires the paper to have exactly the right degree of absorbency to accept the ink but prevent its and transparencies as well as 4800 x 600 dpi on plain paper. Best-in-class print speeds of up to 21 ppm in black and up to 15 ppm in color make it a welcome addition to the busiest environment. Heavy users will enjoy dual paper trays for faster media transition, and automatic cartridge (1) See phono cartridge. (2) A removable storage module that contains magnetic disks, optical discs, magnetic tape or memory chips. Cartridges are inserted into slots in the drive, printer or computer. alignment that ensures optimal print output without manual adjustment. Available for $199(a), the Z65 is Windows and Mac compatible and offers 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. connectivity. Also available for $229(a), the Lexmark Z65n features an integrated Ethernet Ethernet Telecommunications networking protocol introduced by Xerox Corp. in 1979. It was developed as an inexpensive way of sending information quickly between office machines connected together in a single room or building, but it rapidly became a standard computer network adapter A printed circuit board that plugs into the bus of both user machines (clients) and servers in a local area network (LAN). Also commonly called a "network interface card" (NIC) or "LAN card," the network adapter transmits data onto the network and receives data from the network. that enables connection to any Ethernet network and allows multiple users to print, even when the host computer is turned off. Lexmark Z55 Color Jetprinter(TM) With a suggested retail price of $129(a), the Lexmark Z55 offers advanced home users 3600 x 1200 dpi in black and color on photo paper, inkjet paper, and transparencies in addition to 3600 X 600 dpi on plain paper. PrecisionSense(TM) technology automatically determines the media being fed through and adjusts the printer driver for optimal output. The Z55 also boasts a three picoliter microfine color drop size and best-in-class print speeds of up to 17 ppm in black and up to 13 ppm in color. It also features automatic cartridge alignment and one-click driver installation. To fit all work styles and platforms, the Z55 offers USB and parallel connectivity as well as Windows, Mac and Linux compatibility. Lexmark Z45 Color Jetprinter(TM) For home users looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. an easy-to-use, top-performing inkjet, the Lexmark Z45 fits the bill. Available for $89(a), the Z45 has best-in-class print speeds of up to 15 ppm in black and up to nine ppm in color and 2400 x 1200 dpi in black and color on all paper types. The Windows and Mac compatible Z45 supports USB connectivity and features automatic cartridge alignment and one-click driver installation for superior ease-of-use. Lexmark Z35 Color Jetprinter(TM) Retailing for $69(a), the Lexmark Z35 is engineered for home users seeking an efficient inkjet that handles everything from printing emails to digital photos. The Z35 can achieve a maximum 2400 x 1200 dpi resolution and delivers best-in-class prints speeds of up to 11 ppm in black and up to six ppm in color. The Z35 is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux platforms. Lexmark Z25 Color Jetprinter(TM) The $49(a) Lexmark Z25 is designed for the consumer who wants versatility at a value price. The Z25 functions as either a single or dual-head printing system. With a color cartridge included in the box, the Z25 can be upgraded to a dual-head, four-color printer by adding an optional black cartridge. The Z25 offers best-in-class print speeds of up to nine ppm in black and up to six ppm in color. Capable of photo quality printing, the Z25 features 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution in back and color on all paper types, is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux platforms, and offers USB connectivity. Availability Lexmark's 2002 Z-line of Color Jetprinters will begin shipping soon and will be sold in most retailers including Best Buy, Circuit City, Comp USA, Costco, Kmart, Office Depot Office Depot (NYSE: ODP) is one of the world's leading suppliers of office products and services. The Company's selection of brand name office supplies includes business machines, computers, computer software and office furniture, while its business services encompass copying, , Office Max, Staples staples U-shaped stainless steel or vitallium units with sharp points used for surgical fixation. epiphyseal staples used to staple epiphysis to metaphysis; have metal bracing at the corners. , Target and Wal-Mart, as well as from Dell (models may vary). About Lexmark International Lexmark International, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of printing solutions - including laser and inkjet printers, multifunction products, associated supplies and services - for offices and homes in more than 150 countries. Founded in 1991, Lexmark reported more than $4.1 billion in revenue in 2001, and can be found on the Internet at www.lexmark.com. (a)Street prices are estimates; actual prices may vary. Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the U.S. and/or other countries. Accu-Feed and Color Jetprinter are trademarks and LexExpress is a service mark of Lexmark International, Inc. Note: A Photo is available at URL URL in full Uniform Resource Locator Address of a resource on the Internet. 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