Canon ImageCLASS MF5550 Laser MultifunctionCanon ImageCLASS MF5550 Laser Multifunction
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- Prints, copies, scans, and faxes
- Up to 19 ppm print speed; up to 600 dpi resolution
- Up to 19 cpm; reduces and enlarges 50% to 400%
- 1,200 x 2,400 dpi optical scan resolution, 24-bit color
- USB interface; PC compatible
A 250-sheet front-loading paper cassette and single-sheet multi-purpose feeder are provided, while a 50-sheet automatic document feeder helps save valuable time when scanning, copying, or faxing large documents. Maximum print and copy resolutions of 600 x 600 dpi are accompanied by a maximum optical scan resolution 1,200 x 2,400 dpi, (up to 9,600 x 9,600 dpi interpolated), while 256 levels of halftone and a 48-bit internal color depth produce high-quality, accurate scans suitable for a wide range of applications.
The included software comes with an OCR program, so you can easily convert scanned documents into text files on your computer. Print speeds are as fast as 19 ppm for letter-sized documents and copy speeds of up to 19 cpm (at lower resolutions) and a time-to-first-copy of around 13 seconds. The copier accepts originals up to 8.5 by 14 inches and can enlarge or reduces copies anywhere from 50% to 200%.
The fax machine has a 33.6Kbps modem, with fax resolutions of up to 203 x 196 dpi. A fax memory of up to 255 pages ensures that even if you run out of paper, you won't lose important faxes, and 12 standard and 100 coded speed dial presets provide an easy way to store frequently used numbers.
The MF5550 has a 19.1-by-18.1-inch footprint and connects to the host computer via its USB port. PC compatible only, the unit also comes backed with a one-year parts and labor warranty.
What's in the Box
MF5550, automatic document feeder and tray, document output tray, slide guide, multi-purpose feeder, paper cassette, toner cartridge, USB cable, software CD-ROM, user's manual
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- Publisher: Canon
- Label: Canon
- Studio: Canon
- AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to A-Female Extension Cable (3.3 Feet/1.0 Meter)
- AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to Mini-B Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
- AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to A-Female Extension Cable (9.8 Feet/3.0 Meters)
- AmazonBasics USB 2.0 A-Male to B-Male Cable (6 Feet / 1.8 Meters)
- Spikemaster SM-BG8 8 Outlet Block, Standard Protection Surge Protector (White)
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43 of 46 people found the following review helpful:  Should not be in production -- major paper handling problems, By who1zep (Kentucky Wildcats!) - See all my reviews This review is from: Canon ImageCLASS MF5550 Laser Multifunction (Office Product) I had been looking at multi-function devices (MFDs) for a little over one year. One of the things that delayed my purchase is that the all-in-one machines are usually a generation or two behind in technology. The Canon imageCLASS MF5550 is able to print-copy-scan-fax, with an automatic document feeder (ADF) and a glass platen for laying objects flat for scanning and copying. Because this Canon was also the first MFD with USB 2.0, I bought it for my solo law firm. This unit also looked more graceful than other Canon or Brother models. I have owned this unit for three months. I paid $450 plus tax from Office Depot. The manager agreed to come close to available online prices.While this unit does some functions very well, it does other basic functions very poorly, and I do not recommend it. Although you are buying the Canon name, they actually outsourced the design of this model, and the design company has taken the position that if there is some way to get a function to work, no...Read more 16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:  Poor Design, By This review is from: Canon ImageCLASS MF5550 Laser Multifunction (Office Product) This HUGE (compared to other printers in its class) printer has a very poor design when it comes to paper handling. The feeder tray comes in two parts that you hook together. The parts that connect two parts are all plastic (of course) and, if you are not careful, easily breakable. But that's not the worst part. The worst part is the paper sensor. The sensor is a black plastic thing hanging down on the tray right next to the rollers. Insert the tray at a slightly elevated angle by mistake and snap, the sensor breaks. Unbelievably poor design.
The only saving grace is the 19ppm speed which is above average in its class. You would be better off buying HP Laserjet 3030 than this monster. Its same price, smaller, lighter and better. 10 of 11 people found the following review helpful: DO NOT BUY THE MF5550 - KNOWN PROBLEMS, This review is from: Canon ImageCLASS MF5550 Laser Multifunction (Office Product) I purchased the MF5550 to replace my old hp inkjet fax machine. Out of the box employees were complaining that they were having problems faxing. Talking to tech support they said that the MF5550 is not compatible with all fax machines. She said there is a known problem in connecting to Sharp fax machines. I was having problems connecting to a Brother and my old fax machine works just fine. When confronted with this she stated there could be noise in the phone line that the MF5550 is more sensitive to. They would not help solve my problem saying there was nothing wrong with their machine. Solution, I put the MF5550 on e-bay and purchased a new laser fax from a different manufacture. DO NOT BUY THE MF5550. It is a steamy moist pile. |
