Konica Minolta Introduces the bizhub(TM) C450 Color Printer/Copier/Scanner
Featuring the New bizhub OP Open Platform, the bizhub C450 Brings an
Unmatched Level of Performance and Reliability to the Office MFP
RAMSEY, N.J., April 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions
U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) today introduced the bizhub(TM) C450. An ideal
replacement for Segment 4 monochrome and color printers/copiers with its copy
and print speeds of 45 pages-per-minute (ppm) B&W and 35ppm color, the bizhub
C450 captures the full essence of the bizhub concept by blending the ability
to digitally share and distribute B&W and color documents with the ability to
control security.
With the debut of the C450, Konica Minolta is also introducing its new
bizhub OP open platform, setting the standard for all future Konica Minolta
MFPs. bizhub OP was developed by Konica Minolta to bring a new level of
performance and reliability to the office MFP by delivering a common user
experience, increased manageability, superior print performance, improved
scanning functionality and enhanced security.
The three major components of bizhub OP are the bizhub Architecture, the
Emperon Print System and bizhub Open API. The bizhub Architecture removes the
need for separate functional boards through the utilization of common system
software that drives all functions -- copy, print, scan and fax. The new
architecture also eliminates hardware-based functions, and shares the device's
CPU and memory for a seamless MFP user experience.
Developed by Konica Minolta in collaboration with Konica Minolta Printing
Solutions U.S.A., Inc., the Emperon Print System brings together the best
technologies of the legacy organizations to deliver high performance and high
value. The Emperon Print System provides Konica Minolta C450 customers with
total integration of their document output management with a consistent user
interface and functionality across future Konica Minolta products. In
addition, the bizhub Open API (available at the end of 2005) will enable
control of both the print and scan functions from external applications.
"The current market situation is calling for more feature-rich and cost-
effective color MFP products. With the introduction of the bizhub C350,
Konica Minolta's customers had the benefit of a competitively priced product
with an incredibly high feature set," said Kevin P. Kern, vice president,
product planning and development, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A.,
Inc. "Marketplace demand for MFPs that easily integrate with imaging,
workflow and email systems has propelled Konica Minolta to be more aggressive
and more responsive to what our customers demand for the office workgroup
environment. The introduction of the C450, with bizhub OP, will round out the
bizhub color product line with another option for customers that are looking
for a high performance, high-value office MFP."
Key Standard Features
The C450 offers the following standard features: PCL5c/PCL6/PS3
emulation, networking, 38 originals-per-minute (opm) color and B&W scanning, a
40GB hard disk drive, Hard Disk and User Box functionality, 256 g/m2 from all
paper trays with automatic duplexing, Reversing Automatic Document Feeder,
Konica Minolta Simitri(R) Color Polymerized Toner, User Authentication, and
network management tools through the PageScope software suite.
Enhanced Imaging and Paper Handling
Featuring 256 levels of grayscale per pixel, 600 x 600 dpi copy resolution
and 600 x 1800 dpi enhanced print resolution, the C450 produces clear text,
sharp edges and consistent color. The C450 uses Konica Minolta Simitri(R)
Color Polymerized Toner, which maintains the uniformity of the toner particles
for more even distribution, significantly better halftone definition and
better solid fills.
With these image quality features, plus a monthly maximum duty cycle
of 125,000 impressions; standard paper capacity of 900 sheets, including a
150-sheet intelligent bypass tray; expandable paper capacity up to 3,400
sheets; and the ability to handle up to 140 lb.-index through all trays, the
C450 easily meets the color and monochrome document needs of busy office
workgroup environments.
Optional Faxing and Printing Capabilities
With the introduction of the C450, also comes the addition 33.6Kbps Super
G3 FAX capabilities for a complete office workgroup solution. The optional
fax functionality includes: transmissions in B&W, JBIG data compression, up
to 600 x 600 fax Tx resolution, separate scanning, duplex Tx and Rx, mixed
original faxing, PC faxing and memory reception.
For graphic-intense environments, an IC-402 Image Controller (EFI) with
PostScript(R) 3 support, graphic arts functionality (Auto Trapping, Hot
Folders and standard Spot-On Color Matching), EFI Impose(TM), EFI
Densitometer, ColorWise Pro Tools and the EFI Color Profiler Kit are available
options.
Advanced Security and Data Handling Features
Because document security and the way documents are handled and managed
have become increasingly important, the C450 supports Hard Disk Drive
Overwrite and Job Erase, which automatically overwrites the hard disk drive
after each job. In addition, the C450 offers User Authentication with NDS
capability to protect a user job by prohibiting its modification or deletion.
With User Authentication, it is also possible to enable or disable each user's
access to the device based on function - copy, print, scan, fax and hold job
control.
The C450's User Box feature supports each of the device's functions -
copy, print, scan and fax. With a total of 1,000 user boxes and the ability
to store up to 3,000 documents, users can manage individual User Boxes, create
public and private User Boxes, assign passwords, and restrict the number of
files stored.
Finishing Options for Maximum Productivity
For added productivity and convenience, Konica Minolta has enhanced the
finishing options available for the C450. The new FS-603 Booklet Finisher,
with its sorting, stapling and saddle stitching, as well as two- and three-
hole punching capabilities, enables users to create up to 60-page booklets.
The new FS-507 Staple Finisher features sort, group, corner staple, and two-
and three-hole punching functionality.
PageScope Suite Provides Document Processing and Network Management
Functions
C450 customers also have access to PageScope, Konica Minolta's powerful
family of integrated software applications and utilities that help businesses
manage their documents and devices. Included in this suite of products is
PageScope Net Care, which provides network administrators with detailed
information about the operating conditions of all output devices containing a
Management Information Base (MIB) on a network from any Web browser.
Also included is PageScope Web Connection, which allows users to instantly
check device conditions on all network-connected Konica Minolta
printers/copiers from their desktop. By using the information available from
Net Care and Web Connection, businesses can lower management costs and
maintain the optimum operability of their devices.
Highlighted bizhub C450 Features
* bizhub OP open platform, including the bizhub Architecture, Emperon
Print System and the bizhub Open API (available at the end of 2005)
* Copy and print speeds of 35ppm color and 45ppm B&W
* 38opm B&W and color scanning
* Konica Minolta Simitri(R) Color Polymerized Toner
* Network scanning standard integration, including Scan-to-Email,
Scan-to-FTP, Scan-to-URL, Scan-to-HDD, TWAIN scanning, and Scan-to-SMB
* Ability to handle up to 256 g/m2 paper from all trays, automatic
duplexing included
* 512MB standard memory
* 40GB standard hard drive
* 600 x 600 dpi copy resolution; 600 x 1800 dpi enhanced print
resolution
* 900-sheet standard/3,400-sheet maximum paper capacity
* HDD Overwrite, Job Erase and User Authentication
* Optional Super G3 FAX
* Optional IC-402 Image Controller (EFI) with standard Spot-On Color
Matching for graphic-intense environments
* Multiple advanced finishing options, including the FS-507 Stapling
Finisher with sort, group, corner staple, and two- and three-hole
punching capabilities; and the FS-603 Booklet Finisher with the
ability to create up to 60-page booklets
Pricing and Availability
The C450 is available through Konica Minolta's North American direct
sales, authorized dealer and value-added reseller channels. The
manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the C450 is $17,500.
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