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High-speed laser copying

First-copy time*1 at 600 dpi*2 is only 4.8 seconds.

Copying speed is 25 copies/min. (AR-M257) or 31 copies/min. (AR-M317) at 600 dpi . This is ideal for business use and provides a big boost to workplace productivity.

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First-Copy time may vary depending on the power-supply voltage, ambient temperature, and other operating conditions.

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"dpi" ("dots per inch") is unit that is used to measure resolution. Resolution indicates how much detail can be reproduced in

a printed or scanned image.

High-quality digital image

In addition to automatic exposure adjustment, three original type modes are available: "TEXT mode" for text-only originals, "TEXT/PHOTO mode" for mixed text and photo originals, and "PHOTO mode" for photos. The exposure can be manually adjusted to 5 levels in each mode.

Enhanced copying features

Zoom copies can be made from 25% to 400% in increments of 1%.

Continuous copying of up to 999 copies is possible.

Automatic two-sided copying can be performed.

Useful special features such as erase, margin shift, 2 in 1 and 4 in 1, pamphlet copy, dual page copy and cover copy are available.

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Erase copy

Margin shift copy

2in1 copy

4in1 copy

 

 

 

 

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Pamphlet copy

Dual page copy

Cover copy

Card shot

Key operator programs allow the setting or modification of functions to meet your specific needs. The key operator programs can also be used to enable audit mode, which allows the machine administrator to control use of the machine.

Black and white LCD touch panel makes it easy to operate the machine

Employing a backlit black and white LCD display, the touch panel provides step-by-step guidance for each function of the machine. The touch panel even provides instructions for removing paper misfeeds and other problems that occur.

Environment and people friendly design

Preheat and auto power shut-off modes are provided to reduce power consumption when the machine is not in use.

A universal design has been implemented in the product whereby the height of the operation panel and shape of the keys are designed to be usable by as many people as possible.

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