Lexmark Introduces Three New All-In-Ones

April 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Lexmark today unveiled three high-performance inkjet All-In-Ones (AIOs), including a first-ever sub-$100 model, for consumers with varying needs and budgets. Sporting a dramatic new look, the AIOs offer up to 4800 dots per inch (dpi) print resolution, integrated photo editing software and Lexmark's trademark ease-of-use technology across the entire line. These products come to market as part of Lexmark's robust 2003 consumer line, which includes photo and single-function printers also announced today.

The $99 PrinTrio X1150 is an easy-to-use All-In-One printer for novice users looking to unlock their creativity. For demanding home users, Lexmark offers the X6150 All-In-One Print Center for $199 with standalone color fax capabilities in addition to print, PC-free copy and flatbed scan functionality. At $249, the similarly equipped X6170 is designed with small office/home office customers in mind, and includes an automatic document feeder to expedite the copying and faxing of multiple page documents.

"In 2000, Lexmark pioneered the consumer-priced All-in-One category with the first sub-$200 device. With three new All-in-One inkjets that feature choices at the entry-level and top of the line, our commitment to evolving this market segment is evident," said Najib Bahous, Lexmark vice president and president of its Consumer Printer Division. "Our product line is designed to meet the needs of all consumers, whether they are seeking creative printing options for their home or reliable small business solutions."

Lexmark 2003 All-in-One Highlights

• Lexmark's high-quality core inkjet technology: Up to 4800 X 1200 dpi on photo paper across the line for outstanding photo, graphics and text output.
• All-In-One Center Software: printing, scanning, copying and faxing options are all centrally located and easy to use in Lexmark's All-In-One Center Software.
• Exclusive photo editing capabilities: Integrated in the All-In-One Center Software is a range of editing features such as 'red-eye' reduction, color manipulation and photo sizing, accessible through quick, simple steps, enhancing and simplifying the digital photo printing experience.
• Aesthetic design: Pleasing colors, contours and accents across the line reflect extensive consumer preference research.

Introducing the industry's first sub-$100 All-In-One, the PrinTrio X1150

The PrinTrio X1150 is engineered for consumers who want a range of functionality, but don't want the complexity of a traditional multifunction device. Perfect for creative projects, the X1150 integrates four imaging components into one compact solution - printing, copying, scanning and PC- faxing.

All facets of the X1150 were designed to enhance ease-of-use. The streamlined front panel, featuring a minimum of buttons, makes executing key tasks simple and quick. With its small footprint, the X1150 fits anywhere a traditional inkjet printer would, and the low profile, slanted design allows for easy accessibility when the user is seated.

X6100 Series
The $199 X6150 debuts as the first AIO to offer Lexmark's core inkjet technology, 48-bit flatbed scanning capabilities, PC-free color copying and a dedicated, standalone fax function featuring a 33.6K modem.

Offering ease-of-use technology that allows for ultimate productivity, the X6150 features PrecisionSense media sensing technology that automatically assesses the stock in the paper tray and adjusts the printer driver for optimal output. Automatic cartridge alignment helps ensure the best print output without manual adjustment. Also, its illuminated LCD panel is intuitively arranged, enabling users to quickly execute a range of functions.

Perfect for customers who often work under deadlines, the X6150 boasts print speeds of up to 19 pages per minute (ppm) in black, up to 15 ppm in color, and copy speeds of up to 16 copies per minute (cpm) black and up to 11 cpm in color.

In addition, for superior looking photos and graphics-enfused reports, the X6150 offers variable color drop size technology - three picoliters (pL) for textured areas and 10 pL for solid areas - allowing for smooth color transitions and intricate detail.

For users seeking additional copy and fax functionality, the $249 X6170 offers the same impressive features with a 50-sheet automatic document feeder.

When used in conjunction with the Lexmark N1 Ethernet Adapter or Lexmark N5 wireless adapter, the X6100 series can be shared among multiple users via any Ethernet or 802.11b wireless network, even when the host PC is turned off.

The X6170 and X6150 join the X5150 All-In-One Print Center, announced earlier this year. Available for under $150, the X5150 offers a winning combination of high-end functionality and value, with 48-bit true color flatbed scanner, PC-fax capabilities and one-touch, standalone black and color copying.

Pricing and availability
These products will begin shipping soon and will be sold in most retailers including Best Buy, Circuit City, Comp USA, Costco, Kmart, OfficeMax, Staples, Target and Wal*Mart. Business customers can also purchase the new products through CDW, Insight, PC Connection, MicroWarehouse, PC Mall and many other solution providers.

Source: Lexmark International, Inc.

Web site: http://www.lexmark.com