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Epson 2850/2830/2950

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Brand Epson 2003
Model 2850/2830/2950
Released Year 2003
Type Printers
Series Expression
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Epson Expression 2850/2830/2950 printer series is designed for home and office use, featuring inkjet printing technology. It offers a maximum print resolution of up to 5760 x 1440 optimized dpi utilizing Epson's MicroPiezo print head technology. These models support color and black & white printing, covering a variety of media sizes including photo paper and standard office documents. Connectivity options include USB 2.0 with some models offering optional parallel port connections. The printers support both Windows and Mac OS. Paper handling includes input trays with capacities of approximately 100 sheets, facilitating moderate volume printing tasks.

The devices utilize individual ink cartridges for cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks, optimizing replacement costs and print quality. The mechanical design emphasizes compactness and ease of use with a control panel featuring basic buttons for operation and maintenance. Energy consumption is minimized through automatic sleep modes. This printer series is suitable for users requiring reliable color printing with moderately detailed image resolution in an efficient footprint.

Specifications

Input Type Color
Memory 1 MB
Output Type Color
Custom Bundle No
MPN Does Not Apply
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Supported Paper Size A3 (297 x 420 mm), A4 (210 x 297 mm), A5 (148 x 210 mm)
Type All-In-One Printer
Technology Inkjet
Maximum Resolution 1200 x 1200 DPI
Model Epson 2850/2830/2950
Connectivity USB 2.0; optional parallel port in some models
Features Copier, Duplex, Networkable, Scanner
Black Print Speed 6 ppm
Product Line Epson Expression
UPC Does not apply
Printer Type Inkjet
Print Resolution Up to 5760 x 1440 dpi (optimized)
Print Speed Up to 28 pages per minute (black), 14 pages per minute (color) approximate
Supported Operating Systems Windows (2000/XP), Mac OS 9.x or later
Input Paper Capacity Approximately 100 sheets
Media Types Supported Plain paper, photo paper, envelopes, card stock
Ink System Individual cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink cartridges
Dimensions Approx. 420 x 300 x 150 mm (W x D x H)
Weight Approx. 5.5 kg
Power Consumption Standby approx. 3W, printing approx. 20W
Additional Features Auto sleep mode, borderless photo printing

Key Advantages

The Epson Expression series provides high print resolution ensuring sharp and vivid output suited for photos and graphics.
Its use of individual ink cartridges reduces waste and replacement expenses.
The printers support a wide range of media types and sizes providing flexibility for various printing needs.
USB connectivity offers straightforward plug-and-play setup for most computers.
Compact and lightweight design saves workspace and improves portability within office environments.
Automated energy-saving features enhance eco-friendliness and lower running costs.

Limitations

These models lack wireless or network capabilities, limiting remote printing options.
Printing speed is moderate, which may be insufficient for high volume office demands.
The input paper tray capacity is limited compared to modern devices, requiring frequent refills for large print jobs.
Advanced features like scanning or copying are not integrated and require separate devices.
Toner-based printing technology is absent, so durability of prints in harsh environments may be less than laser printers.
Support and parts availability can be challenging due to the models being discontinued and older technology.

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