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Canon S520

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Brand Canon 1996
Model K10206
Released Year 1996
Type Printers
Series Bubblejet
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Canon Bubblejet S520 is a color inkjet printer introduced in 1996, designed for office and home use. It is part of Canon's Bubblejet series, known for utilizing thermal inkjet technology to produce high-quality printouts. The printer supports a maximum resolution of 600 x 600 dpi for sharp text and vivid color images. It connects via a parallel port interface, standard for devices in its era. The device uses separate ink cartridges for cyan, magenta, yellow, and black to manage color printing efficiently. Designed with compact dimensions, it is suitable for small office environments with moderate printing needs.

Specifications

Printer Type Thermal Inkjet
Print Resolution 600 x 600 dpi
Color Printing Yes
Interface Parallel Port
Ink Cartridges Separate Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black
Print Speed Up to 5 pages per minute (black and white)
Paper Sizes Supported A4, Letter, Legal, Photo Sizes
Connectivity Parallel (IEEE 1284), USB 2.0
Operating Systems Supported Windows 95/98/NT
Dimensions (W x D x H) 420 x 254 x 135 mm
Weight Approx. 4.3 kg
Duty Cycle Low to moderate volume printing
Input Type Color
Output Type Color
MPN K10206
Supported Paper Size A4 (210 x 297 mm), A5 (148 x 210 mm), B5 (176 x 250 mm)
Type Standard Printer
Technology Bubble Jet
Maximum Resolution 1200 x 2400 DPI
Model Canon S520
Features Portable
Black Print Speed 14 ppm
Country/Region of Manufacture Thailand
Product Line Canon Bubblejet
UPC 0750845806984

Key Advantages

The Canon S520 offers excellent color print quality at a relatively low cost. It produces sharp text and vibrant graphics thanks to its thermal Bubblejet technology. The use of individual color cartridges allows users to replace only the depleted colors, providing economical ink usage. Its compact and lightweight design makes it easy to fit in limited desk spaces. Compatibility with popular operating systems of its time ensures smooth integration. The device also supports photo printing, making it versatile for various printing tasks.

Limitations

Being an older model, the S520 only supports parallel port connections, limiting compatibility with modern computers. Its print speed is slower compared to newer inkjet and laser printers. The printer lacks advanced features such as wireless connectivity or duplex printing. Ink cartridges designed for this model may be harder to find today, raising maintenance costs. It has a relatively low duty cycle, making it less ideal for large volume printing tasks. Additionally, the driver support for modern operating systems is limited or unavailable.

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