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Panasonic Workio DP-C401 Specifications

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The Panasonic WORKiO DP-C401 is a black-and-white and color digital
copier/printer designed for the general office. As such, the unit competes against
the Canon imageRUNNER 2050 and 2058, Ricoh Aficio CL7000CMF. Minolta
CF2002 and CF1501, and Sharp AR-C150/2C50.
As with these competitive units, the DP-C401 is also targeted at replacing
multiple desktop color printers. The unit features an embedded Xerox controller
that is based on a Power PC processor, and provides "RIP-while-print," printing
while receiving new data, and printing while scanning hard copy, making it
especially useful for shared workgroup use.
VENDOR PRODUCT-POSITIONING STATEMENT
(EDITOR'S NOTE: The information contained in the Vendor Product Positioning
Statement below was provided by the product vendor before the results of the test were
released. It is not intended to serve as a response to the results of the Critical Test
Report.)
"The WORKiO DP-C401 is the quintessential 'multi-functional color product.'
It is for those who work in both a color and black-and-white work environment.
Its outstanding color quality and performance doesn't compromise its 40-ppm
monochrome MFP performance, including an outstanding First Copy Out Time,
warm-up time, copy and print productivity. Its black and white output is superior
to that of many monochrome-only devices on the market today. Incredible
output quality is matched by its powerful standard configuration. The DP-C401
is a standard printer, scanner, copier with maximum paper supply, memory and
accessories. Indeed, only two options are available - a multi-position stapler and
scan-to-e-mail option. It is the complete MFP for today's work environment."
Panasonic Corporation.
Digital Multifunctional Device
Dry Toner
Electrostatic Imaging
WORKiO DP-C401
October 2003
CRITICAL
TEST REPORT©
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Vendor Background
Panasonic Communications
& Systems Company
Two Panasonic Way
Secaucus, New Jersey
(201) 348-7000
http://www.panasonic.com
Panasonic WORKio DP-C401
Specs-At-A-Glance
Rec. MPV. .......... 21,000 pages
Print Speed..... 22/40 color ppm
Max. Paper Size ...........12"x19"
Max. Resolution......... 1200 dpi
Std. Paper Cap .... 3,140 sheets
Max. Paper Cap... 3,140 sheets
Paper Weights . 16lb. bond -110
lb. index
Color Output/
Scanning ..................Yes/Yes
Std. RAM .......................512MB
Hard Disk........................10 GB
Network Scanning ..............Yes
Tested Configuration
(List Pricing)
WORKiO DP-C401 .....$26,750*
Finisher.......................... $4,395
Total............................ $31,145
*Includes network printing and
scanning, 2,000-sheet LCT and
duplexing
Other Available Options
Token Ring Interface ........ $595
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Foreign Interface Kit ......... $150
Industry Analysts, Inc.
Technical Services Division
1275 Bloomfield Avenue
Building 3, Suite 50-C
Fairfield, New Jersey 07004
Phone: (973) 227-8699
Fax: (973) 227-3644
www.industryanalysts.com
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  • Page 1 Canon imageRUNNER 2050 and 2058, Ricoh Aficio CL7000CMF. Minolta CF2002 and CF1501, and Sharp AR-C150/2C50. As with these competitive units, the DP-C401 is also targeted at replacing multiple desktop color printers. The unit features an embedded Xerox controller that is based on a Power PC processor, and provides “RIP-while-print,” printing while receiving new data, and printing while scanning hard copy, making it especially useful for shared workgroup use.

  • Page 2: Device Overview

    IATSD Critical Test Report – Panasonic WORKio DP-C401 DEVICE OVERVIEW ENGINE Panasonic Rated Speed ...22 (color)/40 ppm Rated FPOT... 10.1 (color)/6.8 seconds Resolution..1,200 dpi Rec. Monthly Volume... 21,000 pages PAPER CAPACITIES Std. Supply ... 3,140 sheets Sizes ... 5.5” x 8.5”-12” x 19”...

  • Page 3: Image Quality

    *Process black – Image Density Image-Quality Discussion In testing, the Panasonic WORKiO DP-C401 produced above-average black-and-white image quality. The device also produced color image quality that was somewhat better than that produced by other workgroup color devices tested to date by IATSD. Note that because there is no fuser oil, prints are less shiny, and are more matte in finish when compared to prints produced by some other color laser-imaging devices.
  • Page 4 As can be seen, the Panasonic DP-C401 was faster that the other unit in simplex and duplex PostScript modes (it also had faster First Page Out Times in PostScript mode), while the other unit was faster in PCL mode.
  • Page 5 In the chart below, the 40-ppm WORKiO DP-C401’s black-and-white copier productivity is compared to that of another color device tested by IATSD, one rated at 38 ppm in black-and-white by its manufacturer. As may be seen, the WORKiO DP-C401 was faster than the other unit in duplex mode, but slower in simplex mode.
  • Page 6 IATSD Critical Test Report – Panasonic WORKio DP-C401 Color Versus Black-and-White Productivity Comparison In order to compare the differences in print speed between color and black-and-white output, IATSD made copies of a full-color, 10-page MS PowerPoint presentation with a solid background. Tray 1, which was configured for 8- 1/2”...

  • Page 7: Print Drivers

    The Panasonic WORKiO DP-C401 is equipped with PCL 6 and Adobe PostScript Level 3 print drivers. Figures 1-2 – The Panasonic WORKiO DP-C401’s PCL 6 print driver. On the top is the “Paper/Output” (main) tab that contains most programming options. On the bottom is the “User Settings” tab where users can store and recall the print settings used for commonly printed jobs.
  • Page 8 Page 8 Figures 3-4 – The Panasonic WORKiO DP-C401’s PostScript Level 3 print driver. On the top is the “Layout” (main) tab. On the bottom is the “Advanced Options” tab. Note that this is the standard user interface provided with the Adobe PostScript driver development kit.
  • Page 9 IATSD Critical Test Report – Panasonic WORKio DP-C401 Page 9 Print-Driver Discussion The PCL and PostScript print drivers do not have the same user interface. This is a minor disadvantage, as it complicates support and training since users may have to learn how to use two user interfaces. Additionally, the print drivers do not provide bi-directional communication.

  • Page 10: Printer Management Software

    Figure 5 – The Panasonic view the DP-C401’s status and availability via a standard Web browser, and does not require the installation of any software on the user’s workstation. Administrators may also remotely monitor and configure network settings with Internet Services.
  • Page 11 DP-C401’s Internet Services indicating current paper levels (in percentage), and currently installed paper sizes, types and priority. WORKiO Figure 7 – The Panasonic DP-C401’s Internet Services, here indicating in percentage the remaining toner in each of the four toner cartridges.  2003 • INDUSTRY ANALYSTS, INC.
  • Page 12 DP-C401’s Internet Services. Above, the administrator may create password-protected electronic mailboxes where scanned files may be stored and retrieved by users WORKiO Figure 9 – The Panasonic DP-C401’s Internet Services job log indicating the status of various print jobs.  2003 • INDUSTRY ANALYSTS, INC.
  • Page 13 Page 13 Printer-Management Software Discussion Printer-Management Software Discussion: The WORKiO DP-C401 features Internet Services, an exceptionally complete printer Web home page. Internet Services is clearly part of a well-thought-out printer-management and usability strategy. It is not an afterthought, which is the case with many competitors.

  • Page 14: Network Scanning

    IATSD Critical Test Report – Panasonic WORKio DP-C401 NETWORK SCANNING With the WORKiO DP-C401, users can scan using two methods. First, users may either store a scanned job in one of Internet Services’ mailboxes, and then later retrieve the scanned stored document at their desk using Internet Services.
  • Page 15 Page 15 Network-Scanning Discussion Overall, the Panasonic WORKiO DP-C401’s network-scanning capability is not as extensive as that of some other systems. The WORKiO DP-C401 provides scan-to-FTP sites and scanning to Internet Services’ mailboxes. Users scan to Internet Services’ mailboxes by either selecting a particular mailbox at the touch screen, or by selecting a pre-configured Job Template at the touch screen.
  • Page 16 IATSD Critical Test Report – Panasonic WORKio DP-C401 Page 16 CONTROLS & MAINTENANCE WORKiO Figure 10 – The Panasonic DP-C401’s control panel. WORKiO Figure 11 – The Panasonic DP-C401’s touch screen (main screen). Figure 12 – Additional copier features displayed on the touch screen.
  • Page 17 IATSD Critical Test Report – Panasonic WORKio DP-C401 Page 17 Figure 13 – Various image-quality options displayed on the touch screen. Figure 14 – Job-assembly options displayed on the touch screen. Adding Paper: Adding paper is easy, as it basically involves simply adjusting paper-size guides.
  • Page 18 IATSD Critical Test Report – Panasonic WORKio DP-C401 Page 18 Adding Toner: Adding toner is very easy to perform. It is one of the cleanest (if not the cleanest) toner-addition processes IATSD has evaluated to date. Removing Misfeeds: The short paper path provides minimal misfeed areas with good access as well as detailed instructions so that misfeeds can be easily removed.
  • Page 19 Controls and Maintenance Discussion Overall, it’s hard to find fault with either the Panasonic WORKiO DP-C401’s control panel and touch screen, or with the design of its paper trays and the ease of changing supplies. The control panel and touch screen are virtually self-explanatory –...
  • Page 20 Efficient printer controller (Power PC), which experienced no difficulty outputting complex color images. The WORKiO DP-C401 is easy to use and maintain; for instance, it automatically indicates on the touch screen and over the network when new paper sizes are installed.
  • Page 21 “matte”) than prints produced by some other color laser devices. The Panasonic WORKiO DP-C401 was also supremely easy to use, as it is equipped with the best user interface IATSD has seen to date among color MFPs. It is also exceptionally easy to deploy and manage, as it is easy to install on the network, there is minimal software to install and support, and users will require minimal support and training on its use.
  • Page 22 IATSD Critical Test Report – Panasonic WORKio DP-C401 Page 22 Contact Information INDUSTRY ANALYSTS, INC. INDUSTRY ANALYSTS, INC. Technical Services Division 50 Chestnut Plaza Suite 900 1275 Bloomfield Avenue Rochester, NY 14604 Building 3, Unit 50C Fairfield, NJ 07004 Phone: (585) 232-5320...

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