Ricoh 3260C - LTR (13227) REP

JANUARY 2007
Ricoh Aficio 3260C

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A Comprehensive BLI Laboratory Evaluation
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Reliability.............................................. Very Good

Multitasking............................................ Very Good
Administrative Utilities.............................. Very Good
Feedback to Workstations............................ Excellent
Ease of Network Setup............................... Very Good
Print Drivers........................................... Very Good
Applications Compatibility........................... Excellent
Scan Functions........................................ Very Good
Color Print/Copy Quality..................... Very Good/Good
Black Print/Copy Quality.................................. Good
Color Print/Copy Productivity............... Good/Very Good
Black Print/Copy Productivity........................ Excellent
Ease of Use................................................... Good
Feature Set............................................ Very Good
Toner Yield.............................................. Excellent
Cost per Page..................................................... *
Value............................................................Fair
LAB TEST
Test duration: Two months, including a 150,000-impression

durability test.
* Cost per page could not be calculated as pricing is set by

dealers and was not provided by Ricoh.
Maximum monthly duty cycle: 150,000 impressions.

BLIs recommended monthly duty cycle for peak usage: Up to 100,000 impressions.
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Ratings scale:
Excellent, Very
Good, Good, Fair
and Poor.
With manufacturer-rated speeds of 45 ppm for color and 60 ppm for black, the
Ricoh Aficio 3260C proved to be a strong overall unit during its two-month lab
assessment at BLI. Earning Very Good to Excellent ratings in many aspects of
performance evaluated, the Aficio 3260C, which has standard copy, network
print and scan functionality (fax capability is not supported), displayed sound
multitasking ability throughout testing. The unit offers very good administrative
utilities and a range of print drivers, including an optional Adobe PostScript 3
driver. While color print quality was very good as tested with Ricohs controller,
users with more exacting color output needs can outfit the Aficio 3260C with an
optional Fiery controller, which will provide more precise control of color output
and improved performance for graphics-intensive applications. Furthermore,
the unit is productive, garnering ratings ranging from Good to Excellent. Also
noteworthy is its four 80-GB hard drives (320 GB total), which is tied with
several other devices for the highest capacity in the competitive group, as well
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as its new toner bag technology, which is environmentally friendly. Although
the units suggested retail price tag is among the highest when compared to
business color models in this speed range tested to date, BLI recommends the
Aficio 3260C for monthly volumes of up to 100,000 impressions.
Performance Overview
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Reliability
VERY GOOD
The Aficio 3260C proved to be highly reliable throughout its 150,000-impression durability test. Although it misfed 13 times for a misfeed rate of one per
11,538 impressions, no service of any kind was required.
The units photoconductor yield of 300,000 impressions is competitive for
business color models in this speed range tested to date.
LAB TEST
MULTITASKING
VERY GOOD
Up to nine copy jobs can be programmed ahead while a print or copy job is
in progress. Some other devices in this speed range enable the programming
ahead of more jobs or an unlimited number of copy jobs.
The user must select the New Job key, which is small and may be overlooked, to program the next copy job, whereas some systems dont require
users to press a key.
The number of print jobs that can be sent to the Aficio 3260C is limited only
by memory capacity.
Up to nine copy jobs can always be programmed, regardless of how many
print jobs may already be in the queue.
The next copy job can be programmed once all the pages of the previous
copy job have been scanned. However, a scan job can be programmed ahead
while the pages of the copy job are still being scanned.
An administrator can establish a priority mode, which can either be copy,
print, the function that corresponds to the function currently on the control
panel display or the order in which jobs are sent. Interleave, in which the
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system alternates between producing a set number of pages of a copy job
and a set number of pages of a print job, is a fifth option.
When job order is set as the priority mode, jobs are handled on a first-in,
first-out basis, which BLI technicians find to be the most efficient. When copy
is the priority, a print job pauses to output a copy job and then resumes;
similarly, when print is established as the priority, a copy job that is running
will pause to allow output of a print job.
The Interrupt hard key can be used to interrupt either a copy or a print job
to program a copy job with access to all features. A print job is interrupted
immediately, while copy jobs continue until the Start key is pressed, which
is more efficient.
Once the interrupt job is complete, the interrupted job automatically
resumes.
Administrative Utilities
VERY GOOD
LAB TEST
SmartDeviceMonitor allows configuring and monitoring of the unit and other

Ricoh devices on the network from a client PC. The version for administrators also monitors other manufacturers devices on the network, but it provides more detailed information on Ricoh devices.
SmartDeviceMonitor provides real-time status information on the Aficio

3260C, including busy/idle, paper and toner levels and the current setup.
SmartDeviceMonitorAdministrator Version
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E-mail alerts, although not sent to users upon copy or print job completion,
are sent to the administrator or up to four key operators when an error
occurs with the Aficio 3260C or consumables are depleted.
Electronic meter reads that track the total number of copies, prints and
scans printed are available through SmartDeviceMontior.
The units embedded Web pageWeb Image Monitorenables administrators
to monitor and manage the Aficio 3260C via a Web browser.
Web Image Monitor allows users to view and manage files on the systems
Document Server, plus manage user data in the units e-mail address book
and scan-to-folder locations.
The Web utility has a Printer Job History page that enables users to view
print jobs that have been processed, as well as jobs in the queue.
Ricoh makes plug-ins for HP Web Jetadmin available for its product line so
administrators who already use this popular utility to manage their HP printers on the network can also use it to manage their Ricoh devices.
LAB TEST
Although DeskTopBinder Lite allows for direct printing of PDF files without
having the application they were created in open, users must have the PostScript option enabled. Moreover, PDF Direct Print offers pop-up message for
job status and error warnings.
Ricohs @Remote, which enables automated meter readings, is available for

this model but only with the Ricoh controller.
Web Image Monitor
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FEEDBACK TO WORKSTATIONS
EXCELLENT
The units document monitoring utility offers pop-up messages, including

job completion notification and error conditions.
Color changes to the icon for SmartDeviceMonitor on the taskbar alert users
to changes in status; when users move the cursor over the icon, they get
brief information, but when users open the utility, they can obtain very specific information.
No audible alerts are available.
Device status is available via the taskbar, utility, pop-up messages and the
Web page, which provides the most extensive details.
Paper size status, as well as paper and toner gauges in increments of 25
percent, can be viewed from the Web utility and SmartDeviceMonitor.
Error Alert
The print drivers do not provide any consumables feedback or notification of

paper size status.
LAB TEST
EASE OF NETWORK SETUP
VERY GOOD
The CDs are menu driven, and setting up drivers and utilities is very easy.
The Quick Install CD installs the PCL 5c/6 and RPCS drivers, as well as
SmartDeviceMonitor for Clients, automatically. Furthermore, the install
utility automatically locates the unit and creates the port. Installing the
PCL 5c and RPCS drivers, along with SmartDeviceMonitor, requires just
seven clicks. SmartDeviceMonitor for Administrators must be installed
separately.
The optional Adobe PostScript 3 driver requires a separate installation. However, the port that is created when the PCL and RPCS drivers are installed
can also be used for the PostScript driver. It takes 11 clicks to install both
the PostScript driver and DeskTopBinder Lite in one session.
The PCL and RPCS drivers can automatically detect configured accessories,
eliminating the need for an administrator to manually specify any configured options. However, users must click Update in order to initiate the
search for configured accessories with the PCL driver.
The PostScript driver does not automatically detect configured accessories,
requiring administrators to manually specify configured accessories.
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Network settings can easily be configured from both the control panel and
Web utility, although there is no ping capability on the Web page to ensure
IP addresses have been set up properly.
PRINT DRIVERS
VERY GOOD
The Aficio 3260C includes a print controller that features a 733-MHz processor, while sharing the standard 1.38 GB of RAM and four 80-GB hard drives
(320 GB total) with the copier. The unit supports PCL 5c/6 and RPCS drivers,
as well as an optional Adobe PostScript 3 driver.
Layout of the drivers is dissimilar, making use less convenient for those who
frequently switch among them.
LAB TEST
The drivers offer a good feature set that includes smoothing, toner-save
mode and the ability to produce originals of mixed orientationportrait and
landscapein a single job. Additionally, the drivers all support secure and
proof print, but scheduled print is not available.
The drivers are easy to use, as most of the features required for a typical
print job are available from the main tab of the PCL driver, including quantity, collate sets and finishing. In addition, the RPCS driver enables users to
save the settings for frequently used or complex jobs as icons on the main
screen, thus allowing selections for multiple features such as duplex, stapling and booklet finishing with just one click.
The PCL drivers main screen is graphical, as users can opt for either pull-down
menus or icons that take them through each available setting when clicked
on in order to select the settings for Job Type, Orientation and Layout.
PCL 6 Print DriverSetup Tab
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As is typical of a true Adobe driver, the PostScript driver is text-based, and
most of the features required for a typical print jobpaper source, paper
type, quantity, collate and finishingare not available on the main tab.
However, the Advanced key in the PostScript driver displays a review/check
of all the current job settings in one window when selected, and users can
also change current job settings from this window.
The drivers eliminate the confusion for users determining whether to use
the Collate function of the driver or the application in use, as it can be set
to default to one or the other.
The PCL driver offers a point-and-click interface for selecting paper source
and output destination. However, the RPCS driver does not.
PCL and RPCS driver users can add front or back covers to their printed
documents and draw paper from up to four sources per job. The PostScript
driver allows users to draw paper from only one source for a single job and
does not allow users to add front or back covers.
LAB TEST
Users can print booklets from only the PCL and RPCS drivers. It takes 14
clicks to program a booklet print job with multiple sets using the PCL driver.
However, if booklet mode is programmed as a default button on the control
panel, it requires fewer clicks.
When Collate is selected from within the application using the PostScript
driver, although the file size remains the same, the number of pages displayed is inaccurate. For example, when programming three sets of a 10page document, the Aficio 3260C sets the job as 30 pages, thus slowing down
processing time.
None of the drivers offers consumables feedback.
RPCS Print DriverPrint Settings Tab
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APPLICATIONS COMPATIBILITY
EXCELLENT
No problems were experienced with any of the test files used in the applications compatibility tests. Units are tested for compatibility on Windows
XP platforms with Microsoft Word 2000, PowerPoint 2000 and Excel 2000,
as well as Adobe PageMaker 7.0, Photoshop 6.0 and Acrobat 6.0, using 25
application test files that contain text, graphics, halftone images, tables,
etc., enabling BLI technicians to evaluate memory usage, file processing,
font rendering and grayscale capability.
SCAN FUNCTIONS
VERY GOOD
The Aficio 3260C offers scan to e-mail, network folders via FTP or SMB, the
Document Server (the units hard drive) and desktop management applications such as DeskTopBinder Lite.
Via the Document Server, copied, printed and scanned documents can be automatically stored on one of the Aficio 3260Cs four 80-GB hard drives. Moreover,
users have the ability to store documents with a PIN, ensuring file integrity.
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Users can preview scans for quality at the device before transmitting them
and view documents stored in the Document Server either in a list view or
as thumbnail images both at the unit and via Web Image Monitor.
DeskTopBinder Lite, which comes bundled with the CD containing the scan
driver, enables users to view, download and repurpose documents stored on
the hard drive. Furthermore, files stored in the Document Server can be sent
via e-mail.
Up to five LDAP servers can be enabled, with users being able to search by
name, fax number, e-mail address, company name and department name as
long as this information exists in the mail server.
In addition to directly selecting addresses from LDAP servers, addresses can
be programmed at the control panel, which features a QWERTY keypad.
It takes 18 keystrokes without a user name and password to perform a scanto-e-mail job to one destination using LDAP with a 300-dpi PDF file. Scanning
to two destinations increases the number of keystrokes to 19.
Users can set up a scan-to-e-mail favorites list.
Although the unit does not generate an error when sending to an e-mail
address that does not exist, a second job can be sent to an existing address
even though the first job is held.
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GlobalScan, which enables users to scan documents to a range of document
management and other applications, e-mail addresses and network folders,
is also available. This optional enterprise scan solution was highly rated by
BLI in a Solutions Report and lets users save documents in various formats,
including PDF, RTF, TIFF and Excel.
Image Quality
Color Print/Copy Quality
VERY GOOD/GOOD
Color output printed by the Aficio 3260C was rated Very Good. Business
graphics exhibited bright colors and received above average marks across
the board save for only average consistency of coverage. Despite some
graininess, photographic image output was also very good overall, with
above average sharpness.
LAB TEST
In copy mode, color output was good overall. Business graphics had average
sharpness and production of pastel shades, while background reproduction
was below average (light backgrounds in BLIs test original were not visible on the copy). Although flesh tones were natural looking, photographic
images were grainy.
A range of color adjustments can be accessed via the control panel. Users
can adjust color balance, primary and secondary colors and, for copy mode,
sharp/soft, contrast and background density. Users also have access to 15
color presets.
Black Print/Copy Quality
GOOD
Text printed by the unit was rated Very Good, as characters were dark,
sharp and fully formed, with no evidence of toner overspray.
In copy mode, text was good overall. BLI technicians cited average darkness, sharpness and smoothness of curves/lines/serifs, although characters
were not always fully formed, with some breakup evident.
Although line art in print mode was rated Good, with consistent line thickness and closely spaced fine lines remaining distinct, circles were not always
fully formed. In addition, there was some evidence of stair-stepping of diagonal lines.
Line art in copy mode was very good overall, earning above average marks
across the board.
In print mode, halftone pattern and halftone range were rated Good and
Very Good, respectively. Halftones were produced from the 2 percent to 100
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percent dot-fill levels, with distinct transitions between levels and average
coverage within levels.
Halftone pattern and halftone range in copy mode were both fair overall.
Halftones were produced from the 29 percent (15 percent is the minimum
coverage level on the original) to 100 percent dot-fill levels, with minimal
transition between levels and below average coverage within levels.
Solids in both modes were rated Good, as BLI technicians cited average
darkness and consistency of coverage.
PRODUCTIVITY
Color Print/Copy Productivity
GOOD/VERY GOOD
When printing BLIs job stream, which replicates typical office use in a
multi-user environment, from the PostScript driver, the Aficio 3260C had a
competitive actual running speed when compared to business color models
tested to date; its efficiency rate, however, was well below average.
LAB TEST
Because of the units high-rated engine speed, even though overall simplex
and duplex print efficiency rates when printing multiple sets of a mixed
black and color document in auto-color mode are well below average for
business color models tested, actual tested running speeds are competitive
in simplex mode and above average in duplex mode.
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Similarly, although copy efficiency rates in all three modes were well below
average, the Aficio 3260Cs actual tested running speed when producing multiple sets in 1:1 was competitive and above average in 1:2 and 2:2 modes.
The unit not only had among the fastest actual tested running speed when
printingfrom the PCL driverand copying booklets, but its efficiency rate
was also above average in both modes.
The PostScript driver does not support booklet printing.
Actual tested running speed in full-color print mode is competitive.
The Aficio 3260Cs first-copy time is competitive from both the platen and
the document feeder.
Black Print/Copy Productivity
EXCELLENT
While the unit had a competitive efficiency rate when using the PostScript
driver to print BLIs job stream, its actual tested running speed is among the
highest for business color models tested to date.
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Although the Aficio 3260C had a below average efficiency rate in simplex
mode and a competitive efficiency rate in duplex mode when producing
multiple sets, its actual tested running speeds in both modes were among
the fastest in the group.
The unit had competitive efficiency rates and among the fastest actual
tested running speeds in 1:1, 1:2 and 2:2 copy modes for business color
models tested to date.
When printing and copying booklets, the Aficio 3260C had well above average actual tested running speeds for the group and competitive efficiency
rates.
First-copy times from both the platen and the document feeder are competitive.
EASE OF USE
GOOD
The units control panel incorporates a 8-3/4" x 3-1/4" monochrome touchscreen display.
Most of the features required for a typical copy job, such as quantity, duplex,
paper selection, exposure and sort, are located on the first screen.
LAB TEST
The angle of the control panel cannot be tilted.

The contrast of the touch-screen display can be adjusted via a dial on the
left side of the control panel.
The control panel is customizable in that up to five frequently used functions that are not on the main screen can be moved to the main screen.
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There is no Help key, but the Aficio 3260C does have a Sample Copy hard key
that enables users to print one set of a job to check it for correct production
before releasing the entire job. Moreover, users can review the details of a
specific job by pressing the Check Mode key on the touch-screen display.
Separate hard keys for Job List (for copy jobs only), Copy, Document Server,
Printer and Scanner are located on the control panels left side. Each of
these keys has built-in LEDs that illuminate to show which function is currently in operation. Additionally, hard keys for Auto Color Selection, Full
Color, Black & White, One Color and Two-Color enable users to easily toggle
between the different copy modes available.
Upon entry of the authorized password, a secure print job can be released while
the unit is copying or printing, but the settings for the job cannot be altered.
The User Tools/Counter hard key allows users to customize the unit to their
desired settings for the copier, printer, scanner and Document Server. This
key also enables users to change copy count display to count up or down and
change function priority.
LAB TEST
The Aficio 3260Cs job queue is only for copy jobs; users can check the job
queue for items such as number of originals, number of sets for copy jobs
in queue, user name, total sets programmed and job number. Print jobs in
queue must be viewed via SmartDeviceMonitor; if users want to delete their
job, they must wait until it begins printing in order to delete it.
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There is no selection for 1:1 copying, which might be confusing if a user needs
to make a single-sided copy after completing a double-sided copy job.
Programming job build functionality is easy via Batch mode. Users can combine assorted sets of originalseach with different settingsinto one job.
It takes five keystrokes to program a copy job consisting of two sets in 2:2
duplex mode with single-position stapling and reduction.
Booklet copy creation was difficult as there are no graphical instructions to
walk users through the process. However, if booklet mode is programmed as
a default button on the control panel, it requires fewer clicks.
Although there is no mechanical counter, two electronic meter counters are
available from the control panel. With the basic counter, color and black
copy and print totals are displayed. The more detailed counter is accessed
from the Administrator Tools touch key within System Settings under the
Tools/Counter hard key. Users select Display/Print Counter to view the color
and black sent scan totals. Both counters can be printed.
Users can pull the drawers open without having to press any buttons when
loading paper. Furthermore, the length and width guides in the user-adjustable drawers slide to fit the size of paper being loaded.
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To adjust paper size, users must first unlock the locking mechanism in the
back of the drawer, but it can be left in the open position thereafter. Users
then squeeze the button in the front of the drawer to move the guides
either in or out.
The user-adjustable drawers are equipped with electronic paper sensors
that automatically detect the size of paper loaded.
The bypass tray recognizes that paper has been loaded but not the size of
the paper. Some other devices that BLI has tested also do not detect paper
size, but they do display a menu prompting users to select the correct paper
size.
Two dynamic graphics appear on the touch-screen display when a misfeed
occurs. One graphic shows the location of the misfed paper with indicators;
as misfeeds are removed, the indicators clear. The second graphic provides
text-based information and illustrates the misfeed removal process to users
in an easy-to-understand way.
LAB TEST
Toner replacement is simple and clean thanks to Ricohs new toner bag technology. Users just open the door, pull the drawer that houses each individual toner bag out and drop a new bag in. (The bags compress as toner
is depleted and they can simply be thrown away once theyre empty or
returned directly to Ricoh to be recycled.)
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FEATURE SET
VERY GOOD
The Aficio 3260Cs standard and non-upgradeable memory capacity of 1.38
GB is competitive when compared to business color models in this speed
range tested to date. In addition, the capacity of its four 80-GB hard drives
(320 GB total, shared between the copier and the printer) is tied with several other devices for the highest.
The units standard and maximum paper capacities of 3,400 and 7,400
sheets, respectively, is among the highest in the competitive group.
The Aficio 3260Cs bypass tray and reversing automatic document feeder
(RADF) have a capacity of 100 sheets, which is competitive for business
color models in this speed range tested to date.
The unit can accommodate 14- to 34-lb. paper from its drawers and 15-lb.
bond to 140-lb. index from its bypass tray.
Ricoh offers three optional finishers for the Aficio 3260C. The first two can
both handle up to 3,000 sheets in their shift trays250 in the proof trayand
can staple in up to four positions; the difference is that one can staple up
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to 100 sheets while the other can staple up to 50 sheets. The 2,000-sheet
saddle-stitch finisher, which also has a 250-sheet proof tray, can staple up
to 100 sheets in as many as five positions, as well as produce up to 60-page
booklets and V-fold. An optional two-/three-hole-punch unit is available for
all three finishers.
Ricoh also offers two additional optional finishers for the unit: the GBC
StreamPunch III, which can produce spiral-bound books, and the Plockmatica heavy-duty booklet finisher that can produce up to 120-page
booklets and be equipped with an optional trimmer.
SECURITY FEATURES
NOT RATED
LAB TEST
The Aficio 3260C offers several levels of authentication. Windows authentication is the most secure, as users names and passwords are authenticated
against Windows directory service, Active Directory. LDAP authentication
verifies users against an LDAP server in a Windows or Novell networked
environment and before allowing them to send scanned documents from
their personal e-mail accounts to other users directly from the device. User
code authentication limits access to functions according to the user code.
Basic authentication not only manages the units available functions but also
limits access to stored files and to personal data in the address book. SMTP
authentication and POP before SMTP are also supported.
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When authentication is enabled, users must be logged in to scan to e-mail.

The optional DataOverwriteSecurity System conforms to the National Security Agencys method for managing sensitive information and can automatically overwrite copy, print, scan and Document Server jobs up to nine times,
which is more than any other security kit evaluated by BLI.
TONER YIELD
EXCELLENT
The Aficio 3260Cs tested color toner yield for cyan is well above the average
for the competitive group, while its yields for magenta and yellow are both
above average. The units yield for black is also well above average; in fact,
its the second highest tested to date.
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VALUE
FAIR
The Aficio 3260C is priced higher than the average for comparably equipped
business color models in this speed range tested to date.
LAB TEST
Supplies cost per page could not be calculated, as pricing is set by dealers
and was not provided by Ricoh.
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SUPPORTING TEST DATA

Test Environment
This product was tested in BLIs 10,000-square-foot test lab, in an environment
monitored by a Honeywell Temp/RH chart recorder, which replicates typical office
conditions.
Test Equipment
BLIs dedicated test network, consisting of Windows NT 4.0, 2000 and Microsoft
Exchange servers, Windows 2000 and XP workstations, 10BaseT/100BaseTX network
switches and CAT5 cabling.
Test Duration
Products are tested for two months, one month of which consists of a durability
test during which the product is run at its manufacturer-rated maximum monthly
volume, with daily volumes divided evenly over the course of the test.
Tested Configuration
Ricoh Aficio 3260C base model with Ricoh controller, plus optional saddle-stitch
finisher.
LAB TEST
Test Procedures
The test methods and procedures employed by BLI in its lab testing include BLIs proprietary procedures and industry-standard test procedures, including a BLI-developed variation of ASTMs 1318-90 Test Method for Determination of Productivity
using Electrostatic Copy Machines. In addition to a number of proprietary test documents, BLI uses an industry-standard KATUN test original for evaluating black image
quality and test suites from Quality Logic to evaluate applications compatibility. In
addition to a visual observation, color print quality is tested using the ANSI standard
IT8 Color Test Target, which is read using the Minolta CM503I Spectrophotometer,
and samples are analyzed using the CIE XY Chromaticity Diagram. In addition, density
of black and color output is measured using an X-Rite 428 Densitometer. GeorgiaPacific Spectrum DP 20-lb. bond is used in the tests, 10 percent of which is recycled
paper containing 30 percent post-consumer content. Image quality is tested using
Georgia-Pacific Printing Paper (95 brightness, 22-lb. bond).
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Michael Danziger
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Asst. Managing Editor
Carl Schell
Associate Editor
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Manager of Field Testing
Mark Lerch
COO
Marlene Orr
Printer Industry Analyst
Lisa Reider
Research Editor
Ken Nardone
Technical Manager, Field Testing
Anthony F. Polifrone
Managing Director
Ben Curry
Associate Editor, Solutions
Marc Bussanich
Technical Analyst
Anthony Marchesini
IT Director
Daria M. Hoffman
Managing Editor
Tracie Hines
Associate Editor
Camille Dendtler
Research Manager
T. R. Patrick
Art Director
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Associate Editor
Pete Emory
Manager of Laboratory
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Reliability
Service
Required
PMs/Malfunctions
Meter Count (Beginning of Test)
Meter Count
(Impressions)
Impressions
Between Service
End of Test Period
150,000
Total Misfeeds/Misfeed Rate
13/1 per 11,538 impressions
Service Calls
PMs
Total Service Calls (incl. PMs)
MULTITASKING
Multitasking Evaluation
PRINT
SCAN
COPY
PRINT
Yes
Yes
Yes
SCAN
Yes
Yes
Yes
COPY
Yes
Yes
Yes
LAB TEST
Primary
Function
17
Secondary
Function
Note: A Yes indicates that the user can initiate the secondary function while the primary function is taking place and
that no further user intervention will be required for the secondary function to take place.
In addition to a single-user multitasking test, which evaluates a units ability to initiate or perform one function while
another function is already in progress (see chart above), BLI also tests a multifunctional products ability to handle multiple jobs that would be likely to stack up in a multi-user networked environment. Depending on the number of different
functions, three to six different job matrixes are run on each multifunctional device. The job streams within each matrix
are designed to test not only for concurrent operation of various functions, but also to uncover peculiarities pertaining
to multitasking as it relates to various software programs (Adobe Acrobat and PageMaker, Microsoft Word 2000, Excel and
PowerPoint), paper sizes, copy/print job sizes and copy/print modes (e.g., simplex, duplex, finishing).
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Image Quality
Print Quality
Text
Very Good
Line Art
Good
Halftone Pattern
Good
Halftone Range
Very Good
Solids
Good
Color Business Graphics
Very Good
Color Photographic Images
Very Good
Color Density Readings

Color
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Print Density
0.86
1.33
0.76
Density of a printed image with blocks of all solid colors (based on the average of two readings for each color).
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Print density
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Print density:
1.28 to 1.42
Density for units in this class tested to date:
1.08 to 1.78
Aficio 3260C
Range for
tested units
0.5
Measurements are based on four readings corresponding to four different

solid black locations on the output. The higher the density reading, the
darker the image.
1.0
1.5
Halftone range:
From the 2% to 100% dot-fill levels, with distinct transitions
between levels but some graininess within levels.
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Copy Quality
Text
Good
Line Art
Very Good
Halftone Pattern
Fair
Halftone Range
Fair
Solids
Good
Color Business Graphics
Good
Color Photographic Images
Good
Color Density Readings

Color
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Original Density
1.51
1.44
1.03
Copy Density
1.37
1.31
0.97
Density of a printed image with blocks of all solid colors (based on the average of two readings for each color).
LAB TEST
Color Fidelity Readings
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Color
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Red
Green
Blue
Black
Fidelity
5.74
3.94
2.74
12.90
13.90
14.43
3.54
Color fidelity of a copy to its original (using a KATUN test original containing blocks of all solid colors: tested in walk-up
mode using the machine default settings in Full Color mode and auto exposure settings); average of two readings for each
color. Measurements are taken with a Minolta CM-503i spectrophotometer. The closer the number is to 0, the closer the
copys color fidelity is to the test original (based on the average of two readings for each color).
Copy density
Density of original:
1.58 to 1.65
Original
Density of copy:
1.28 to 1.43
Aficio 3260C
Range for tested units:

1.16 to 1.89
Range for
tested units
0.5
1.0
1.5
Measurements are based on four readings corresponding to four different

solid black locations on the output. The higher the density reading, the
darker the image.
Halftone range:
From the 29% (15% is the minimum coverage area on the original) to 100% dot-fill levels, with minimal separation between
levels and below average coverage within levels.
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PRODUCTIVITY
Job Stream
Auto-color mode:
The unit completed the job stream using the PCL driver in 1
minute and 0.53 seconds, running at 18.8 ppm, which translates to an efficiency rate of 41.9%.
Black mode:
The unit completed the job stream using the PCL driver in
30.60 seconds, running at 37.3 ppm, which translates to an
efficiency rate of 62.1%.
BLIs job stream includes Word documents, Outlook e-mail messages, Excel
spreadsheets, PowerPoint, HTML and Acrobat PDF files, totaling 19 pages.
This test simulates the type of traffic a typical device might experience
in a real-world, multi-user environment. All of the files are sent to the
printer as a group, at which time the stopwatch begins; timing ends when
the last page of the last file exits the device. Job stream efficiency is
determined by the percentage of the rated speed at which the unit operates when producing real-world jobs. The closer the rate is to 100%, or if it
exceeds 100%, the more efficient the unit.
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Platen
11.69
Document
Feeder
LAB TEST
First-copy time
13.87
First-copy time (auto color):

11.69 seconds from the platen.
13.87 seconds from the document feeder.
7.08
First-copy time (black):

7.08 seconds from the platen.
9.44 seconds from the document feeder.
9.44
0
10
15
Seconds
Auto-color
Black
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Mixed Color and Black Copy/Print Efficiency for
Multiple Sets
Overall Efficiency
1:1
51.5
1:2
50.6
2:2
55.6
Sets
1:2
25
0:31.75
18.9
42.0%
42.0%
2:03.44
24.3
54.0%
48.0%
10
3:48.06
26.3
58.5%
51.5%
0:35.1
17.1
38.0%
38.0%
2:01.75
24.6
54.8%
46.4%
10
3:46.11
26.5
59.0%
50.6%
COPY 2:2
50
75
100
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mode by averaging the efficiency ratings (derived by
dividing the tested speed of
the device by the rated speed,
and then multiplying by 100)
for each run length (1, 5 and
10 sets in copy mode and 1
and 5 sets in print mode).
LAB TEST
Overall Efficiency
COPY 1:2
Percent
Copy
Print
Efficiency
44.6
0
21
PPM
COPY 1:1
47.9
1:1
Time
0:57.28
20.9
46.6%
46.6%
3:47.00
26.4
58.7%
52.6%
10
7:13.62
27.7
61.5%
55.6%
PRINT 1:1
0:33.25
18.0
40.1%
40.1%
1:59.60
25.1
55.7%
47.9%
PRINT 1:2
0:37.63
15.9
35.4%
35.4%
2:03.88
24.2
53.8%
44.6%
Efficiency is tested using a 10-page document, consisting of six black

pages and four pages containing black text and color, with the unit
in auto-color mode (in which it automatically detects whether the
originals are black or color and switches accordingly). In print mode,
the document is printed using the PCL driver at 600-dpi resolution.
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Black Copy/Print Efficiency for Multiple Sets
Overall Efficiency
1:1
Sets
71.7
2:2
58.5
0
25
50
75
100
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for each run length (1, 5 and
10 sets in copy mode and 1
and 5 sets in print mode).
LAB TEST
0:20.79
28.9
48.1%
48.1%
0:58.00
51.7
86.2%
67.2%
10
1:47.41
55.9
93.1%
75.8%
0:22.35
26.8
44.7%
44.7%
1:02.06
48.3
80.6%
62.7%
10
1:51.41
53.9
89.8%
71.7%
0:38.32
31.3
52.2%
52.2%
1:57.79
50.9
84.9%
68.5%
10
3:36.44
55.4
92.4%
76.5%
COPY 2:2
Percent
Copy
Print
Overall Efficiency
COPY 1:2
61.6
1:2
Efficiency
76.5
1:1
22
PPM
COPY 1:1
75.8
1:2
Time
PRINT 1:1
0:22.79
26.3
43.9%
43.9%
1:03.06
47.6
79.3%
61.6%
0:25.12
23.9
39.8%
39.8%
1:04.82
46.3
77.1%
58.5%
PRINT 1:2
Efficiency is tested using a 10-page document in black mode. In print

mode, the document is printed using the PCL driver at 600-dpi resolution.
Booklet Print
Booklet Print in Auto-Color Mode
The unit printed, folded and saddle-stitched 10 sets of a 16page PDF file from the PCL driver in 5 minutes and 23.56 seconds, running at 29.7 ppm, which translates to an efficiency
rate of 65.9%.
Booklet Print in Black Mode
The unit printed, folded and saddle-stitched 10 sets of a 16page PDF file from the PCL driver in 4 minutes and 13.16 seconds, running at 37.9 ppm, which translates to an efficiency
rate of 63.2%.
Booklet Copy in Auto-Color Mode
The unit copied, folded and saddle-stitched 10 sets of a 16page document in 5 minutes and 16.53 seconds, running at
30.3 ppm, which translates to an efficiency rate of 67.4%.
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Booklet Copy in Black Mode
The unit copied, folded and saddle-stitched 10 sets of a 16page document in 4 minutes and 32.19 seconds, running at
35.3 ppm, which translates to an efficiency rate of 58.8%.
The closer the efficiency rate is to 100%, or if it exceeds 100%, the more
efficient the unit.
SCAN FUNCTIONS
Scan speed auto color (300-dpi, PDF):
1:1 mode: 35.46 originals per minute.
2:2 mode: 17.59 originals, or 35.18 images, per minute.
Scan speed black (300-dpi, PDF):
1:1 mode: 62.04 originals per minute.
2:2 mode: 25.76 originals, or 51.52 images, per minute.
Scan-File Size
Mode
Size
Single-Page File
Black & White
99 KB
Multi-Page File
Black & White
1.09 MB
Single-Page File
Auto Color
621 KB
Multi-Page File
Auto Color
2.32 MB
LAB TEST
File Type
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Note: There is not a selectable setting via the control panel for compression in the scan menu for black. However, the
admin/key operator can change the default scan compression for black from a setting of one to five, with the default
being set to three.
Note: Color mode has a compression setting, but it is only for PDF files with Full Color mode only. If the user has a mixed
document, they may not choose to use Full Color mode for scanning.
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PRINT DRIVERS
Ricoh Aficio 3260C Print Driver Features
PCL 6
PostScript 3
RPCS
Auto Feature/Device Detection
Yes
No
Yes
Booklet Printing
Yes
Yes
Yes
Collate Sets
Yes
Yes
Yes
Consumables Gauge
No
No
No
Delayed Print
No
No
No
2 to 16
2 to 16
2 to 16
Overlay
No
No
Yes
Paper Gauge
No
No
No
Windows XP
Max Paper Sources Per Job

N-up Printing
Print and Hold
No
No
No
Proof Print
Yes
Yes
Yes
Up to 999
Up to 9,999
Up to 999
Reduction/Enlargement
25% to 400%
1% to 1,000%
20% to 300%
Resolution Modes (dpi)
600
600
600
Save Settings
Yes
No
Yes
Secure Printing
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes/Yes
Yes/No
Yes/Yes
Quantity Selection
LAB TEST
Watermarks/Custom Watermarks
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TONER YIELD
Tested Toner Yield and Supplies Cost Per Page (5% Coverage Per Color)
Net Weight
(Grams)
Toner Yield
(Impressions)
Impressions
Per Gram
Toner Cost
Per Page
Black
908.3
38,829
42.8
Cyan
530.8
23,300
43.9
Magenta
523.8
15,424
29.4
Yellow
537.7
21,650
40.2
Color (5%)
Total Toner
Cost Per Page
Supplies Cost
Per Page
Supplies cost per page could not be calculated as pricing is set by dealers and was not provided by Ricoh.
Tested Toner Yield and Supplies Cost Per Page (10% Coverage Per Color)
Net Weight
(Grams)
Toner Yield
(Impressions)
Impressions
Per Gram
Toner Cost
Per Page
Black
900.2
22,691
25.2
Cyan
534.1
17,885
33.5
Magenta
525.5
11,904
22.7
Yellow
532.3
13,386
25.1
Color (10%)
LAB TEST
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Total Toner
Cost Per Page
Supplies Cost
Per Page
Tested Toner Yield and Supplies Cost Per Page (6% Page Coverage)
Color (6%)
Black
*
Net Weight
(Grams)
Toner Yield
(Impressions)
Impressions
Per Gram
Toner Cost
Per Page
Total Toner
Cost Per Page
Supplies Cost
Per Page
910.9
39,947
43.9
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SPECIFICATIONS
Ricoh Aficio 3260C
Manufacturing Status: New
Console, digital Full color copier, MF
Dry, monocomponent toner
BACKGROUND INFO
SRP (USA; Canada):
Domestic Intro Date:
OEM:
Also Sold As:

Distribution:
Max Mo Duty Cycle:
FAD 13227
Dataquest Segment NA
$33,400*; $40,500
July 2005
Ricoh (Japan)
Gestetner DSc460; Lanier LD160c; Savin
C6045; Toshiba e-STUDIO4500c
Dealers, branches and subsidiaries
150,000 impressions
COPIER FEATURES
MULTIFUNCTION MODES
Copier:
Internet Fax:
Network Printer:
Printer:
Std
Yes
Std
Std
Fax:
Network Fax:
PC Fax:
Scanner:
No
No
No
Std
GENERAL SPECS/PAPER HANDLING

First Copy Time:
Multicopy (Ltr/Lgl/Ldgr):
Warm-up Time:
Std Paper Source(s):
Std Paper Capacity:
Paper Weights:
Bypass/Paper Weights:
Max Paper Sources/Cap:
Max Original Size:
Min/Max Output Size:
Scan/Copy Resolution:
Std/Max Copier Memory:
Duplex:
Capacity/Paper Sizes:
Document Feeder:
Speed/Capacity:
Paper Weights:
Stapler Sorter:
Bins/Stapling Cap:
Stapling Positions:
Finisher:
Tray/Stapling/Pos(s):
7.5/6.5 sec**
45/60 cpm**
5 min
Three drawers
2,200/550/550 sheets
14 to 34 lbs
100-sheet/14-lb bond to 140-lb index
6/7,400 sheets
11 x 17
5-1/2 x 8-1/2/12 x 18
600 x 600 dpi
1.38 GB, 320-GB HD/1.38 GB, 320-GB HD
Auto (1:2,2:2,2:1)
Unlimited/5-1/2 x 8-1/2 to 12 x 18
Std RADF
45 opm, 60 opm**/100 orig
11 to 34 lbs
None
Not applicable
Not applicable
Opt finishers
2,000, 3,000, 3,000/50, 50, 100/4, 4, 5
Automatic Features: AES, APS, ATS

Book Copy:
Yes
Job Programs:
Booklet Mode:
Std
Job Time:
Color:
Std
Language:
Copy Control:
Std
Margin Shift:
Covers:
Std
Neg/Pos:
Editing:
Std
OHP Interleaving:
Energy-Save:
Yes
Photo Mode:
Erase:
Std
Preset R/E:
Image Insert:
Yes
Program Ahead:
Image Overlay:
Std
Sheet Insertion:
Image Repeat:
Yes
Stamping:
Image Rotate:
Std
Timer:
Interrupt:
Yes
2-in-1:
Job Build:
INA
XY Zoom:
Zoom Range: 25 to 400 (1%)
8
INA
INA
Yes
INA
Yes
Yes
7R, 5E
Std
Std
Std
Yes
Std
Yes
OTHER FEATURES: **Full color/black and white; RADF includes
anti-skew sensors; tandem copy; *Price listed is with Ricoh controller, $36,480 with e7000 controller; supports Ricoh's SDK/J Embedded
Software Architecture; 4-bit color depth
Other: Opt saddle-stitch finisher V folds
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Battery Backup:
Relay Request:
Confid TX/RX:
Dual Lines:
Timers:
Multi Access:
Dialing Capabilities
Broadcasting (Grps/Dest):
Redial Attempts/Intervals:
One Touch/Speed Dial:
MULTIFUNCTIONALITY
CONNECTIVITY SPECS
Client OS Support:
Parallel Interface:
PC Fax/Print/Scan:
Serial Interface:
PC Fax/Print/Scan:
USB Interface:
PC Fax/Print/Scan:
Network Interface:
Interface Type:
LAN Fax/Print/Scan:
Networks Supported:
NetWare:
AppleTalk:
AS/400:
Windows, Mac
Opt
No/Yes/Yes
None
Not applicable
Std
No/Yes/Yes
Std Ethernet, opt wireless
10/100BaseTX, 802.11b***
No/Yes/Yes
Yes
Yes
Opt
Windows NT:
UNIX:
Other:
Yes
Yes
Ricoh/Aficio 3260C
IBM PC, Mac
45/60 ppm**
12 x 18
Info not avail
600 x 600 dpi
Shared
Ricoh/Printer scanner kit
Celeron/INA/733
RPCS, PCL 5c, opt Adobe PostScript 3
Fiery E-7000****
Celeron/INA/2 GHz
Adobe PostScript 3
Fiery E-8000******
Pentium 4/NA/3.06 GHz
Adobe PostScript3
SCANNER & IMAGE MANAGEMENT SPECS

Network
CCD/45 ipm, 60 ipm**
600 x 600 dpi
Yes
Yes
Yes
Opt
Opt
I-fax:
SMB:
URL:
Std/Std
None
Std
FACSIMILE SPECS
Scanner Technology:
Compression Method:
Modem Speed:
Std/Max Fax Memory:
Min/Max Orig Size:
Max Paper/Print Width:
Effective Scan Width:
27
Not
Not
Not
Not
Not
Not
Not
applicable
applicable
applicable
applicable
applicable
applicable
applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable/Not applicable
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Other: ****Std/max memory for E-7000 controller 512 MB, 40-GB HD/512
MB, 40-GB HD; *****Std/max memory on E-8000 controller 1 GB, 80-GB
HD/1 GB, 80-GB HD
Connection Type:
Technology/Speed:
Max Resolution:
TWAIN Compatible:
Scan Destinations:
E-Mail:
FTP:
HDD:
LDAP
Scan/Image Software:
OCR Software:
File Mgmt Software:
applicable
applicable
applicable
applicable
applicable
applicable
COMMENTS ***Also opt Bluetooth wireless
PRINTER SPECS
Engine Mfr/Model:
Compatibility:
Speed:
Max Print Area:
Enhanced Resolution:
Unenhanced Resolution:
Std/Max Printer Memory:
Controller Mfr/Model:
Processor/Bits/MHz:
PDL/PCL:
Processor/Bits/MHz:
PDL/PCL:
Processor/Bits/MHz:
PDL/PCL:
Not
Not
Not
Not
Not
Not
Yes
Yes
Control Panel:
Quantity Selector:
Message Display:
Help Key:
Dimensions (H x W x D):
Weight (Base Unit):
Power Reqs (V/Amps):
Dedicated Outlet:
Energy Star-Compliant:
Operating Noise Level:
Keypad and touch screen

1 to 999 (0 to 9 keypad)
Yes
Info not avail
29.5" x 33.5" x 41.3"
656.9 lbs
120 V, 20 A
Required
Yes
71 dB
SUPPLIES / MAINTENANCE
Photoconductor:
Yield:
Price:
Toner:
Yield:
Price:
% Coverage:
Developer:
Yield:
Price:
PM Schedule:
Info not avail

300,000
Priced by dealer
Info not avail
36,000 black/18,000 color
Priced by dealer
5%
Info not avail
Info not avail
Priced by dealer
Info not avail
OPTIONS
3,000-sheet finisher with 50-sheet stapling (SR970):
Saddle-stitch finisher (SR4000):
Plockmatic BK5010:
3,000-sheet finisher with 100-sheet stapling (SR842):
GBC StreamPunch III:
4,000-sheet LCT:
Hole punch unit:
Cover interposer:
Jogger unit:
8-1/2 x 14 tray:
Tab sheet holder:
9-bin mailbox:
IEEE 1284 parallel:
Bluetooth wireless:
802.11b wireless:
Fiery E-7000 controller:
EFI Fiery Impose option (USB):
EFI Fiery Impose (parallel):
EFI Fiery Auto Trapping:
EFI Fiery Spot On:
EFI Fiery Hot folders:
Atlas PrintShop Mail PC:
Atlas PrintShop Mail Mac:
Adobe PostScript 3:
Printer scanner kit:
$3,000
$5,200
$10,500
$5,580
$8,895
$2,200
$875
$1,100
$350
$810
$45
$2,000
$99
$340
$375
$6,050
$2,825
$2,825
$1,200
$1,200
$1,200
$1,755
$1,755
$2,200
$2,970
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Ricoh Aficio 3260C
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Ricoh Aficio 3260C

45 PPM Color/60 PPM Black

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Reliability.............................................. Very Good

Test duration: Two months, including a 150,000-impression

* Cost per page could not be calculated as pricing is set by

Maximum monthly duty cycle: 150,000 impressions.

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

SmartDeviceMonitor allows configuring and monitoring of the unit and other

SmartDeviceMonitor provides real-time status information on the Aficio

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Ricohs @Remote, which enables automated meter readings, is available for

Web Image Monitor

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

The units document monitoring utility offers pop-up messages, including

The print drivers do not provide any consumables feedback or notification of

EASE OF NETWORK SETUP

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

PCL 6 Print DriverSetup Tab

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

RPCS Print DriverPrint Settings Tab

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Black Print/Copy Quality

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Black Print/Copy Productivity

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

The angle of the control panel cannot be tilted.

Ricoh Aficio 3260C Control Panel

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

When authentication is enabled, users must be logged in to scan to e-mail.

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Ricoh Aficio 3260C

SUPPORTING TEST DATA

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

End of Test Period

Total Misfeeds/Misfeed Rate

13/1 per 11,538 impressions

Total Service Calls (incl. PMs)

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Color Business Graphics

Color Photographic Images

Color Density Readings

Measurements are based on four readings corresponding to four different

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

Color Business Graphics

Color Photographic Images

Color Density Readings

Color Fidelity Readings

Range for tested units:

Measurements are based on four readings corresponding to four different

Ricoh Aficio 3260C

First-copy time (auto color):

First-copy time (black):