May 2009 FEATURE ARTICLES
Hardware
Printers/Copiers/Scanners
A robust document management solution is essential for supporting the data-driven business of 21st century healthcare. This quarter, HMT showcases some of the hottest printers, copiers and scanners on the market.
Sheet-feed Scanner
The new Scanjet 7000 from HP can boost productivity and enhance document workflows with rapid scanning speeds of up to 40 ppm (35 ppm in color). HP Web Jetadmin software simplifies scanner management and saves IT time, while easy network integration and additional time-saving features such as unattended two-sided scanning make this scanner an ideal standalone document management solution.
Hewlett-Packard Company, Palo Alto, Calif.
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Scans Practically Everything
Although Eastman Kodak announced in January its acquisition of this vendor, the new Ngenuity scanner is very innovatively Bowe Bell+Howell. Ngenuity comes equipped with an array of new features for optimal image quality and capability for scanning a wide range of documents including plastic cards, stuffed envelopes and fetal monitoring strips. An easy-to-use operator interface and smart front panel functionality make it user-friendly, while its paper handling features and large tray capacity improve efficiency.
Bowe Bell + Howell, Wheeling, Ill.
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Will You Take a Check?
The Canon CR-180II high-speed desktop check transport features duplex scanning speeds of up to 180 checks per minute, a high-capacity 200-document auto feeder, two output pockets, and Infrared Double-Feed Detection. It handles various document types, including payment or deposit slips, carrier envelopes, as well as document batches of mixed dimensions and thicknesses. Intelligent endorsement capability utilizes Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) data to adjust pre-scan endorsement.
Canon U.S.A. Inc., Lake Success, N.Y.
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Workgroup Laser Printer
The Dell 5330dn prints at up to 50 ppm with 600 x 600 dpi native print resolution for sharp text and detail. Swift, gigabit NIC (network interface card)-enabled networking functionality features 1 gigabit/second transfer rates from PC to printer. Manage, monitor and generate reports for an entire printer fleet with the Dell OpenManage Printer Manager network utility. A 4-line backlit LCD gives instant access to an intuitive menu, while an optional 500-sheet drawer and 2,100-sheet high-capacity paper feeder enable expansion up to 3,200 sheets. An internal USB wireless adapter provides cableless printing.
Dell Inc., Round Rock, Texas.
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Paper-handling Ease
Print, copy, scan and fax with the Kodak ESP9. This MFP prints at up to 32 ppm and features an auto-document feeder, built-in duplexer and an intelligent paper tray system. Also: convenient 2-cartridge, 6-ink system; integrated Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity; 10-inch touch control panel; and a sleek, intuitive design with memory card slots for printing with or without a computer.
Eastman Kodak Company, Rochester, N.Y.
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Security, Versatility
The Lexmark X782e XL prints at up to 35 ppm (color), with the first page out in as fast as 13 seconds. Its paper feeding supports diverse media, including card stock, labels, UV-resistant outdoor media, banner paper and others. Security features protect data and devices, and include a numeric keypad for secure PIN release of print jobs. Consistent color balance with Pantone calibration and Lexmark ColorCare tools help conserve toner. Lexmark International Inc., Lexington, Ky.
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Small, But Impressive
The Fujitsu fi-6140 scanner is among the smallest in its class, but it scans a quick 60 ppm. This model features Paper Protection technology, which protects valuable documents by halting the scanning process when a potential jam is detected. The
Intelligent MultiFeed Function simplifies pre-scanning preparation and improves efficiency by ignoring documents that trigger false multifeed alerts such as a photo or sticky note.
Fujitsu Computer Products of America Inc., Sunnyvale, Calif.
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Medical Labels
Brother QL-650TD label printers are flexible enough to handle many laboratory and pharmacy labeling needs such as medication labels, prescription labels, specimen labels, microscope slide labels and others. Brother also offers a complete line of all-in-one hospital printing solutions, such as the HL-6050DN laser printer with integrated duplex and networking, which can potentially help to improve the efficiency and reporting accuracy of group practices, as well as help expedite the timely transmission of insurance and other claims.
Brother International Corp., Bridgewater, N.J.
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Anywhere Barcode Printing
The SATO MBi Series mobile bar-code printers are lightweight and durable with user selectable print speeds up to 4 inches per second. They offer easy media and battery loading, along with versatile communication protocols such as USB, Bluetooth, RS232 (serial), 802.11g/b, and IrDA (infrared data association). Compact in their design and weighing around 1 lb., they also feature the latest in battery cell technology.
Sato America Inc., Charlotte, N.C.