News Article Business Solutions

Milton Keynes UK, 6 April 2010
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd has launched the 240f multifunctional system. For maximum flexibility the 240f can be used as a desktop copier, fax, network printer or colour scanner. A large touch screen display provides easy operation. Authenticated users can set up ‘My MFP’ settings to provide shortcuts via the display, for preferred default settings and frequently used operations.

With an automatic document feeder holding up to 80 originals, the 240f produces 24 A4 copies a minute with a first copy out speed of just six seconds. Using the duplex print facility the 240f produces 13 double sided prints a minute.

The 240f has a copy resolution of 600dpi producing excellent quality results. Memory is 256Mb as standard, upgradeable to 1Gb, with a job memory for frequently performed copy tasks. Electronic sorting means print jobs can be produced quickly and efficiently.

The 240f has an A4 500-sheet paper drawer as well as a 50-sheet bypass facility. An optional 500-sheet paper drawer can be added to give a total paper capacity of 1,050 sheets. Paper up to 120gsm in weight can be used in the bypass tray

The 240f can act as a black and white or colour scanner with the ability to scan to file, e-mail or FTP (file transfer protocol) in JPEG, TIFF or PDF formats. The 240f is also equipped with a USB interface that is conveniently accessible from the front and enables direct scanning or printing of documents to from a USB stick.

For fax operation the versatile 240f has a super group 3 fax module with 33.6 Kbps modem. The 240f is equipped with an extensive address book for up to 2,000 entries. Advanced fax functionality makes the 240f convenient and secure to use, with features such as password protection, memory receipt, timer send, polling, fax spam filter and full iFax capabilities.

For networked printer usage the 240f is supplied with a standard 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network card with PCL5e/XL and XPS print operation supported. Postscript 3 printing is available as an option.

Commenting on the launch of the new 240f, Malcolm Smith, Group Product Manager for Konica Minolta office products said, “The Konica Minolta 240f impresses as a compact and robust all-rounder with a multitude of intelligent system features that are all standard. It is ideally suited as a professional, central MFP in mid-sized offices where its versatile add-on functionality will be highly welcome. With important security standards, network capabilities and OS support, it integrates seamlessly into larger and more complex IT environments.”

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About Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd

Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd markets business machines manufactured by Konica Minolta Business Technologies Inc, in the United Kingdom through a direct sales force and a network of independent dealerships. Konica Minolta digital imaging systems are manufactured in Japan and China. All are ISO9002 accredited for quality procedures. 

UK turnover for Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd is in excess of £150 million, placing the company third in the UK digital copier market with a 6.8 percent share of the black and white market and a 16 percent share of the colour market according to Infosource.

With a total workforce of 22,500 employees worldwide, Konica Minolta Business Technologies generated net sales of over £5.07 billion in fiscal 2007. Globally Konica Minolta Holdings, Inc. had a turnover £7.74 billion in fiscal 2007. Building on its strong core of optical technologies developed over many years, Konica Minolta Business Technologies aims to be a corporation offering products and services that are essential to all areas of digital imaging.

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For further information contact:    
Marketing Communications
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd  
Tel: 01908 200400
Fax: 0871 2534864
E-mail: info(at)konicaminolta.co.uk
Web: www.konicaminolta.co.uk

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