Epson Launches World’s Smallest Printers
with Low Running Costs
Epson Philippines Corp. has
launched the next generation of its most affordable entry-level inkjet
printers, which are also the world’s smallest models that are designed to save
users running costs with their affordable supplies.
The new printers are:
• The Epson Expression ME-10 single function printer
• The
Epson Expression ME-101 All-in-One (AiO)
• The
Epson Expression ME-301 All-in-One (AiO) that has Wi-Fi and uses Epson
DURABrite Ultra ink
These new printers replace Epson’s
best-selling Stylus T13 single function printer and Stylus TX121 all-in-one
models. They are also the first models to bear Epson’s new “Expression”
branding that will be used for future Epson printers designed for home use.
The world’s smallest printers:
Engineered to save consumers desk space, the new printers are 15% smaller than
their predecessors and are respectively, the smallest single function and
all-in-one desktop printers in the world*.
High quality prints: Using Epson’s
proprietary Micro Piezo print head technology, the new printers have a
class-leading maximum print resolution of 5760 X 1440 for extremely smooth
gradations for both grayscale and color documents and photos and a high print
speed of 24 pages per minute (ppm) in mono printing and 13 ppm in color
printing under their ink saving draft mode.**
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| Epson Expression ME-10 Single Function Printer. Image from EPC. |
Individual Ink Cartridges: Like their
predecessors, the new printers also have a small environmental footprint by
their use of individual ink cartridges that allow users to maximize cost
savings by changing only the ones that have depleted.
Low cost ink: The Epson Expression ME-10
and ME-101 use a new set of highly affordable dye-based cartridges that produce
excellent glossy photos on Epson Glossy Photo Paper. Priced at only PhP185 per
black cartridge and PhP355 for each color cartridge, they help lower the cost
of printing for users.
Epson DURABrite Ultra ink: For users
demanding superior print durability and permanence, the Epson Expression ME-301
uses Epson DURABrite Ultra pigment inks that produce smudge and waterproof
prints that also have industry-leading light fastness on plain, matte, and
glossy papers of up to 120 years***.
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| Epson Expression ME-101 All-In-One Printer. Image from EPC. |
“Epson’s entry-level inkjet printers
have always been very popular for the incredible value they give our
customers,” says Donna V. Ferro, General Manager of Epson Philippines. “We are
therefore very confident that the new Epson Expression models, with their low
supplies cost, will reinforce the success of this range.”
Other Features of the Epson Expression Printers
Environment-Friendly Glossy, Unpainted
Bodies – The body chassis of the Epson Expression printers do not use paint in
their construction, therefore reducing production resources and lessening the
burden on the environment at the end of their life cycle. However, they still
have beautiful, glossy surfaces that are created from special plastic moulds
and polished to perfection.
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| Epson Expression ME-301 All-In-One with Wi-Fi and Epson DURABrite Ultra inks. Image from EPC |
User Friendly Epson Photo Software – The
Epson Expression printers come with easy-to-use Epson software solutions that
allow users to edit their photos with the following features before sending to
print:
• The Epson Easy Photo Print software allows users to achieve lab quality photographs in three simple steps - select, edit and print
• The
Red Eye Correction feature removes red eye effect with just a mouse click
• The
Epson Photo Enhance feature delivers beautiful and true-to-life photo prints by
adjusting skin tones, color casts and exposure levels
Key Specifications
Epson Expression
ME-10
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Epson Expression
ME-101
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Epson Expression
ME-301
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Print
Resolution
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5760 X 1440 dpi
(with Variable-Sized Droplet Technology)
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Print
Speed
(draft
mode)
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Black text: 24ppm
Color text :
11ppm
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Black text: 30ppm
Color text :
15ppm
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Operating System Compatibility
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Microsoft Windows
XP / XP Professional x 64 Edition/ Vista/7
Apple Mac OS 10.5.8 / 10.6.x / 10.7.x
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Printer
Interface
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USB 2.0
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USB 2.0 and 802.11n
Wi-fi
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Copy
Speed
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N/A
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A4 black draft text
– 5 sec
A4 color draft text
– 10 sec
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Maximum
Scanning Resolution
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600dpi (optical) /
600 x 1200dpi (hardware)
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1200 x 1200dpi
(optical) / 1200 x 2400dpi (hardware)
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Scanner
Bit Depth
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Color: 48-bit
(internal) / 24-bit (external)
Grayscale: 16-bit
(internal) / 8-bit (external)
Black & White:
16-bit (internal) / 8-bit (external)
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Scanning
Speed
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Monochrome: 2.4
msec/line (300dpi); 7.2 msec/ line (600dpi)
Color: 9.5
msec/line (300dpi); 14.3 msec/ line (600dpi)
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Mobile
Printing
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N/A
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Epson iPrint
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*As of Sept. 19, 2012, the Epson
Expression ME-10 has the smallest footprint of any single function A4 printer
designed for fixed, desktop use priced at PhP2,495; and the Epson Expression
ME-101 have the smallest footprint of any all-in-one with an A4-sized flatbed
scanner priced at PhP3,195. “Footprint” refers to the desk area the devices
occupy - which is calculated by multiplying the devices’ length by their width.
**Print speed (Pages Per Minute) is
calculated when printed on A4 plain paper in the fastest mode. Print speed may
vary depending on system configuration, print mode, document complexity,
software, type of paper used and connectivity. Print speed does not include
processing time on the host computer.
***Indoor display under glass aging
light fastness test for Epson DURABrite™ Ultra ink prints on heavyweight matte
paper. Tested by Epson with following parameters: Light Source: Fluorescent Light / Intensity:
70,000 lux / Temperature: 24°C / Humidity: 60%RH / Fade criteria: Pure YMC 30%
loss at OD = 1 / Display-life calculation: Total luminance/(500lux x 10hours x
365days = 1year) In
accordance with ISO 24711/24712, actual yields will vary considerably for
reasons including images printed, print settings, temperature and humidity.
Yields may be lower when printing infrequently or predominantly with one ink
color. A variable amount of ink remains in the cartridges after the “replace
cartridge” signal. Part of the ink from the first cartridges is used for
priming the printer. Ink is used for both printing and print head maintenance.
All inks are used for both black and color printing.
About Epson
Epson is a global imaging and innovation leader whose product lineup ranges from inkjet printers and 3LCD projectors to sensors and other microdevices. Dedicated to exceeding the vision of its customers worldwide, Epson delivers customer value based on compact, energy-saving, and high-precision technologies in markets spanning enterprise and the home to commerce and industry.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 75,000 employees in 97 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates.
About Epson Southeast Asia
Since 1982, Epson has developed a strong presence across major markets in Southeast Asia . Led by the regional headquarters, Epson Singapore Pte Ltd., Epson Southeast Asia spans an extensive network of 10 countries, and is responsible for delivering and supporting Epson’s cutting-edge consumer and business digital imaging products to the customers of these markets through its comprehensive infrastructure of over 360 service outlets, 10 Epson solution centres and 8 manufacturing facilities.
About Epson Philippines
Epson’s corporate presence in the Philippines Philippines
For product inquiries and technical support, please contact Epson Customer Care at:
MetroManila
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