Lexmark International SA today accelerated its momentum in the consumer All-In-Ones (AIOs) inkjet category that it originally created, by announcing the Lexmark X5150 AIO Print Center. The Windows and Mac-compatible X5150 features high-end print, scan and copy capabilities and ease-of-use features to maximise productivity, as well as powerful software tools that help unleash creativity.
The Lexmark X5150`s feature set is robust and easy to use. With the touch of one button, a user can make accurate copies of colour photographs without having to use the PC. PrecisionSense media sensing technology automatically determines the type of stock in the paper tray and adjusts the printer driver to optimise output. The automatic cartridge alignment feature ensures the best print output without manual adjustment. With the intuitive operating panel and Lexmark`s renowned ease of set-up, producing stunning output has never been simpler than with the Lexmark X5150.
In addition, the X5150`s black exterior with metallic accents makes the product perfect for consumers who want their work areas to look as eye-catching as the material they print.
"Lexmark has always developed products based on what our customers tell us they want, and the success of our All-In-One line reflects the wisdom of that approach," commented Hans Horn, MD of Lexmark International SA. "Lexmark created the consumer inkjet AIO category, and the X5150 sets new standards in value, offering the best combination of functionality, ease-of-use features and striking appearance."
Top print technology and ease of use
The Lexmark X5150 boasts the inkjet technology that has catapulted Lexmark to the forefront of the consumer imaging market. Capable of 4800 x 1200 dots per inch (dpi) in black and colour on photo paper, inkjet paper and transparencies, and 3600 x 600dpi on plain paper, the Lexmark X5150 will impress consumers and home office users with its photo-realistic output and precise text. Additionally, variable colour drop size technology, 3 picoliters (pL) for textured areas and 10pL for solid areas, allows for smooth colour transitions and beautifully rich detail.
The X5150 makes it simple to generate great photos:
* Integrated photo-editing software performs image editing, such as cropping and resizing, `red-eye` removal and colour manipulation, without any additional software.
* Photo sizing automatically adjusts images to print in popular picture sizes: wallet, 3- x 5-, 4- x 6-, 5- x 7- and 8- x 10-inch.
The X5150 is capable of fast print speeds up to 19 pages per minute (ppm) in black and up to 14ppm in colour. Also, Accu-Feed paper handling technology accommodates a wide range of media, including labels, envelopes, index cards, greeting cards and iron-on transfers.
Standalone black and colour photocopying at the touch of a button
The X5150 All-In-One Print Centre lets users copy any document, including text documents, colour graphics and even colour photographs, at the touch of a button, without having to turn on the computer. Consumers also have the option of reducing or enlarging images 25% to 400%. In draft mode, the Lexmark X5150 can generate up to 16 copies per minute (cpm) in black, and up to 11cpm in colour.
Dynamic flatbed scanner
With industry-leading flatbed scanning technology, the Lexmark X5150 can handle photographs and books of varied thickness, and offers an effective scan area of 8.5- x 11.7-inch. This high-resolution scanner captures the finest detail, with 600 x 2400dpi optical resolution and 48-bit true color/12-bit greyscale.
Added capabilities
Bundled software further enhances the Lexmark X5150`s functionality to improve the efficiency of home-office users:
& BVRP Fax Software. Consumers can edit, store, send and receive documents via fax through their computers` fax modems. Users simply select `Scan-to-Fax`, which launches the fax software and scans the file, and then input the fax number to send.
* ABBYY FineReader Sprint Optical Character Recognition. FineReader converts scanned paper documents into editable computer files.
For further information, please contact Cathy Steyn at telephone (011) 329 0999; fax (011) 792 7449; e-mail cathryn.steyn@lexmark.co.za
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Lexmark International, Inc is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of printing solutions - including laser and inkjet printers, associated supplies and services - for offices and homes in more than 150 countries. Founded in 1991, Lexmark reported more than $4.1 billion of revenue in 2001, and can be found on the Internet at www.lexmark.com.
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