Low cost combined with improved technical characteristics makes the Epson TX117 one of the best solutions in the economy class. Specifications, parameters and its speed will be further considered. Also, recommendations will be given regarding the operation of this solution and the procedure for its configuration will be given.
Purpose of the multifunction device
Epson TX117 is perfect for those cases when there are high demands on the quality of documentation and speed, but the print limit is not so big. Under such requests are home workflow systems. It is also justified to use such an MFP in a small office with similar requirements. In all other situations, it is better to purchase more expensive MFPs with a large print margin.
General specifications
The monthly print capacity for the Epson TX117 is 3,000 pages. In the printing solution mode, the resolution of the output documents is 5760 x 1440. In all other cases, the hardware resolution is 1200 x 600. But in the scanner mode using interpolation, this value can be increased to 9600 x 9600. The set of ports for connecting is presented only to USB. Therefore, the control functions of the MFP in this situation are assigned to the computer system to which it is connected.
On its own, such a solution can only work in multiplier mode. At the driver level, there is support for standard formats up to A4, and photos - 20 x 25. The print speed for A4 output is 30 pages in black and white and 15 in color. For one high-quality photo with dimensions of 10 x 15, the Epson TX117 printer will take 89 seconds. The level of energy consumption during the operation of this multifunctional device does not exceed 10W, and the recommended operating temperature range is limited from below 10 and above from 35 degrees.
Cartridges CISS
Epson TX117 in the initial configuration is equipped with this set of cartridges:
T0733 - purple.
T0732 - blue.
T0734 - yellow.
T0731 - black.
The capacity of each of them is 100 ml, and this, according to the assurances of the Japanese manufacturer, should be enough for 200 pages of A4. There are also improved cartridge modifications for the Epson TX117. Cartridges in this case have an identical marking, which at the end is supplemented by the letter "H". In this case, the ink capacity is increased to 200 ml, and this allows you to print up to 400 pages.
All branded cartridges for this model of a multifunctional device are designed for one cycle of use. After that, the manufacturer recommends purchasing a new set of cartridges, which costs 1600-1700 rubles, and this significantly increases the cost of maintaining the MFP. There are refillable cartridge models, a set of which can be purchased already for 2300-2400 rubles. But from a practical point of view, it is most optimal to supplement such a device with an external NPS system. It costs about 3,000 rubles, but it is bought once and its resource will be enough seriously and for a long time. In the future, it will only be necessary, as the ink is consumed, to purchase them and fill them in appropriate containers.
Software
The list of supplied software is a significant plus of the Epson Stylus TX117. Reviews highlight such a feature of the considered MFP that in addition to the drivers, an impressive set of application software appears in the delivery list. This is Finereader for recognition of electronic documents, this is Easy Photo for adjusting pictures and photographs, it is also a special manager for diagnosing the state of a multifunctional device. All this allows us to further expand the capabilities of such a multifunctional device.
But the list of drivers in this case is minimal and allows you to use this solution with only two types of operating systems. As you might guess, these are Windows and MacOS. A certain disadvantage may be the lack of drivers for the Linux family of OS, but it is not so common to find such software on modern personal computers.
Order of setting. Reviews
The procedure for setting up such an MFP is as follows:
The device is installed as close as possible to the computer, from which control will be carried out in the future.
We realize all the necessary connections.
We start the process of installing drivers.
After the dialog box appears asking you to turn on the MFP, press the Power button on it.
At the end of the driver installation process, restart the PC.
We print a test sheet, and then copy it using this peripheral device and scan it.
The lack of an integrated MFP system in the MFP is a key drawback of the Epson Stylus TX117. Reviews only indicate his minus. This problem can be solved by installing an external such system. Of course, you have to buy it separately. With its setup, as a rule, there are no significant problems. But there are much more advantages in Epson TX117 . This is both low cost, high speed, and photographic print quality. Installing an external CISS generally turns this MFP into an ideal peripheral solution in which printing costs are generally minimal.