The Ricoh Aficio SPC252SF printer, copier, scanner and fax provides all the functions of a top-of-the-range AIO printer, but with a compactness that enables it to sit unobtrusively on the corner of a desk. A capable 400MHz processor twinned with 256MB of RAM and Ricoh engineering gives the Ricoh SP C252SF colour multifunction printer a first copy off time of 44 seconds from a cold start and speeds of up to 21ppm in A4 format subsequently.
Design
Weighing in at 29kgs and with external dimensions of 420 x 493 x 460 millimetres, the Ricoh Aficio SPC252SF desktop A4 colour printer & MFP hides its diverse functions and capabilities well. In addition to delivering premium standard printed documents in a variety of media, it's able to scan, fax and copy. 1920 x 19200 maximum resolutions when scanning ensure copies are effervescent and authentic. The device’s 33.6Kbps G3 modem linked to the user’s PC allows for direct or paper-free faxing. Standard 250-sheet input trays and a thick stationery bypass feed plus an optional 500-sheet paper cassette feed ensure the SPC252SF offers great media handling abilities.
Advantages
Maximum 2400 x 600dpi print resolutions imbue printed documents and special stationery with a natural glow and crisp outlines. The automatic document feeder is a labour-saving accessory giving seamless scanning, copying and faxing for 35 sheets in paper sizes up to A4+. The fax on the Aficio SPC252SF MFP has room to store 200 speed-dial numbers. Connectivity options meet the needs of the 21st century. Interfaces for wireless, Ethernet and USB connectivity are standard. This gives the option of routing prints from android and PictBridge devices or scanning direct to a USB memory stick. The advanced security software that comes with the Ricoh SP C252SF laser multifunction printer means admin staff can bar unauthorised usage.
Disadvantages
The keypad, control panel function keys and display are fairly close together on the Ricoh SP C252SF colour laser MFP and could be better spaced out.
