ImageRUNNER C3025 series: color MFPs at the price of black and white

The new series of color laser MFPs, the imageRUNNER C3025, may be of interest to users of the SO / HO segment (small office / home office), both because of the impressive functionality in compact sizes and the price range. Their cost is comparable to the cost of monochrome analogues. By the way, this is our first compact platform, which combines software and hardware developments to ensure data protection when printing. The series is represented by two models C3025 and C3025i. These devices perform a standard set of operations for office MFPs in both color and black and white modes:
  • scanning,
  • copying
  • laser printing.



Optional installation of a fax card. Let's look at each function in more detail.

Scanning


Both models have the same performance in all respects. The difference between them is only in the configuration. We can say that the C3025 is the basic version, and the C3025i is more advanced. For the C3025i, the kit includes a two-way automatic document feeder for scanning (RADF - Reversible automatic document feeder). Optionally, RADF can also be placed on the C3025 model, where in the basic configuration, instead of the feeder, a flatbed scanner lid is installed. The scanning speed corresponds to the performance of the feeder and is 55 sheets per minute. Scanning resolution is possible in two modes: 204x196 and 300x300 dpi. The maximum format for scanning media is A3.


Both PUSH and PULL scanning are provided.

The MF Scan Utility program is preinstalled in the scanning software kit. With its help, the scan results can be saved in the formats: TIFF, JPEG and PDF (both in compressed and with the ability to search, which is very convenient when working with text documents). Depending on the settings, the scanned files can be sent to e-mail, to a network folder, to the cloud or to a usb-drive. In addition, you can scan to a network folder, a USB drive, mail and other resources from the device itself without using a computer and special software.

The automatic document feeder allows two-sided scanning of documents. In the C3025i model this function is included in the basic package, while in the C3025 model it is optional. Such modularity will be of interest to small enterprises, when at the initial stage the basic equipment of the imageRUNNER C3025 is purchased, and then, as necessary, it is equipped with additional options and functions up to the full version of the C3025i.

When determining the size of the workplace for the placement of MFPs, it is necessary to take into account the presence of an automatic feeding device. Therefore, it is necessary to take into account not the overall dimensions of the device in the projection onto the horizontal plane, but the data on the required area for the normal functioning of the MFP. The basic configuration of the C3025 requires 978 x 1088 mm, and the maximum configuration of the C3025i requires 1110 x 1117 mm.

Copy


Copy speed, both in monochrome and in color mode for A4 format is 25 ppm, and for A3 - 15 ppm. The device provides good resolution when copying: up to 600 x 600 dpi. ImageRUNNER C3025 and C3025i devices have a built-in zoom function with the most popular ratios: 25, 50, 71, 100, 141, 200 and 400%. It is also possible to change the scale in manual mode from 25% to 400% in increments of 1%. Settings allow up to 999 copies per cycle.

Print


The device has a number of useful printing features. They are designed for both convenience and data protection.

  • Key Printing Features The
    imageRUNNER MFP provides high-quality printing at 600 x 600 or 1200 x 1200 resolution using V2 (Vivid & Vibrant) technology for color prints. The printing speed of A4 documents is up to 25 ppm, A3 - up to 15 ppm.
  • MFP
    Management All device functions and settings are controlled from the 5 ”diagonal touch screen. You can use gestures to move between the windows of the screen and select the desired action. In addition, system messages about deviations from the normal operating mode and reference information with recommendations if errors occur are displayed on this screen.

  • Sources of files for printing
    Transfer of files for printing is organized through a wired and wireless network. Using Wi-Fi, you can connect mobile devices directly to the MFP without connecting to the company's local network. For this, the Canon PRINT Business application is used, which works with devices based on Android and IOS. The pre-installed MFP software is compatible with AirPrint (Mac OS X or iOS) and Mopria (Android and Windows 10 Mobile) technologies. Also provides printing from usb-carriers.

  • Maintenance
    Following the principle of “time is money”, our developers have taken care of reducing the downtime for maintenance of MFPs. In imageRUNNER C3025 / i, diagnostics can occur in the background without interfering with the main operation of the device. Remote equipment diagnostics and toner consumption control allow real-time monitoring of the current status of the device. Advance notification of the need for routine maintenance makes it possible to plan their implementation during the period of minimal load on the MFP.

    The device has good maintainability. It is permissible to perform the replacement of some nodes by users independently, without resorting to the help of a specialist and without loss of warranty. Especially for these cases, we made a series of training videos that help to solve typical problems that arise during the work.

    The imageRUNNER C3025 / i has a convenient GDLS function, which is responsible for updating the firmware and maintaining it in the current version.
  • Security
    The imageRUNNER C3025 / i MFP has a multi-stage security system, both hardware and software. The first barrier is already encountered at the start. To start the device, you must enter the PIN code. The next step is optionally authorization of the user using an access card with a card reader. To do this, the ImageRUNNER C3025 / i MFP has Universal Login Manager (ULM) software installed. By the way, it was on these models that we first applied ULM.

    The user card makes it possible not only to differentiate the level of access to various functions of the device, but also to keep statistics on the use of MFPs. Also with the help of the ULM mono application to organize controlled secure printing. This helps to optimize printing costs, reducing the likelihood of misuse of the printer and personalizing responsibility for printed documents.

    The ratio of the total cost of printing can be derived as the ratio of all printed sheets to the target. If employees use the printer for personal purposes, the cost of targeted prints can ultimately increase many times over. A more universal solution is the uniFLOW system, which integrates well with the imageRUNNER C3025 / i MFP. One of the functions of this system is to collect statistics on the use of the printer by each user or group. Also, if several printers are included in the system, then when printing a print job, uniFLOW displays the cost of the print on each of the printers on the screen. It is possible to configure the program so that the document will be sent for printing to the most economical printer. We wrote more about the uniFLOW system in a previous article.
  • Finishing printed documents
    Optionally, the C3025 and C3025i are equipped with an internal finisher with a capacity of 600 sheets, which can perform three functions. It is used as a stapler with grouping or disassembling printed sheets of a document in copies or in the order of the pages. Stapling takes place in a corner, in two places or on request. It is possible to join sheets without staples (eco-stapling).

    Another version of the 200-sheet internal finisher can work as a sorter, grouping and separating printed pages without the function of stapling. In cases where various functions are often used in the process, for example, copying, printing, faxing, separation of paper streams is necessary. For this, the finisher is used as an optional output tray.

Optional equipment


In the basic version, the C3025 and C3025i are equipped with a standard tray consisting of two 550-sheet drawers and a universal 100-sheet tray for 80 g / m2 paper. Optionally, you can purchase an optional tray for two 550-sheet drawers or a pedestal without the paper feed function.
The imageRUNNER C3025 / i MFP works with paper sizes up to and including SRA3 and weights from 52 to 300 g / m2. The acronym SRA3 stands for "optional raw A3 format." It is used when paper is trimmed after printing to produce finished A3-size prints.

We have developed the iR C3025 series for use mainly in small enterprises that are focused on maintaining their workflow in digital format. In its performance characteristics, this lineup is close to corporate models in terms of operational efficiency and security. It easily copes with a load of up to 8,000 sheets per month. And, we think that the iR C3025 series will be in demand not only in the small business segment, but will also be of interest to larger corporations.

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