Posted to Inkjet Printers 2009-12-07
The auto document feeder (ADF) of Canons PIXMA MX330 Office All-In-One Printer 3300B002 makes this multifunction unit an appropriate choice for the home office. It can take up to 30 sheets at a time, hopefully providing an easier way to scan and copy documents. This multifunction unit also has a 1.8 inch LCD screen to give previews of the images you are about to print from any external device via the PictBridge connection. As multifunction units go the price range in which the MX330 sits is very attractive given the number of features that the unit has. Its scanning capability scales up to 1200 x 2400 DPI, with measurements of 8.5inch x 11.7 inch on the flatbed glass which extends to 8.5inch by 14inch via the ADF. Fax transmission is available via the standard 33.6kbps modem and the unit can hold up to 50 pages in its memory at any one time.
FeaturesPictBridge functionality helps make the MX330 a great unit for the home office and home printing needs. Via the cable connection anyone can print photos through their compatible external device, with the 1.8inch LCD screen giving great visibility and adjustment capability. Print resolutions are 600 x 600 dpi in black and 4800 x 1200 dpi in color. Optional Bluetooth capability can be added in to give further mobile printing capacity with the purchase of the Canon Bluetooth Unit BU-30. Only 2 ink tanks are included which can make replacing cartridges costly in the long run. ErgonomicsFor any adjustments to images on the fly that you wish to do, the 1.8inch LCD screen that is placed on the front of the unit is easily accessible. The adjustment functions can also be accessed via the button configurations located around the screen, helping to increase the ease of use of the MX330. It is relatively small measuring 18.1inch wide x 16.2inch deep x 7.8inch high and weighs around 19.7lbs. The MX330 also fits in with the Generation Green initiative giving added confidence that the purchase of this unit is helping to reduce effects on the environment. SummaryFor the home office the Canon PIXMA MX330 is a great multifunction solution with the ADF helping scan or copy a bulk amount of documents easily. The added 1.8inch LCD Screen for previewing and adjusting any mobile printing also gives some added functionality that is not available in other units in this category. Ink cartridge replacement may get rather expensive in the long run and this should be kept in mind when purchasing any new printer. Pros
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