Canon Pixma iX6540 is a photo printer with the ability to output high-quality images in A3 + format. At the same time, it has quite acceptable technical specifications and affordable cost. It is about this peripheral solution from the eminent European manufacturer that will be discussed later.
Positioning
The Canon Pixma iX6540 printer is based on inkjet printing. Its key features are low power consumption and excellent quality of the output documentation. But at the same time, performance is poor. The cost of consumables is minimized. Separately, it is also necessary to note the dimensions of the medium, which can even be of the A3 format. As a result, it can be noted that such a printing tool is most optimally used within design bureaus or design organizations, which have the highest demands on the quality of documentation.
Equipment
The following components are equipped with the Canon Pixma iX6540:
The printer itself is based on the inkjet printing method.
Original set of branded cartridges.
Power cord with an external unit for the implementation of the power supply system.
A disk with a full set of software. Moreover, it contains not only drivers, but also various test and diagnostic software. You can also find all the important documentation on it.
The user manual and, of course, the warranty card complete the delivery package of paper-based documentation.
The delivery list does not include an interface cord that the new owner of such a peripheral device is forced to buy separately. Also, this solution does not have a built-in CISS - it also needs to be bought separately and, as you might guess, for an additional fee. These are two significant disadvantages of the printing factory in question.
Paper. Performance
The Canon Pixma iX6540 printer can print on any paper whose density is limited to values from 60 g / m 2 to 300 g / m 2 . The largest carrier size, as previously noted, is A3 +. This device will take 120 seconds to display one such picture. If the format is reduced, the output speed will increase significantly. Another factor that can improve performance is the simplification of the information displayed. For example, if instead of a picture text is displayed, the speed will also increase. The resolution of the output documentation is 2400x9600, and the size of the point does not exceed 1 square.
Cartridges
Cartridges for the “Canon” printer of this model can be as follows:
CLI-426Bk - standard black, comes as standard.
CLI-426C - blue, also included in the original delivery by the manufacturer, like everyone else.
CLI-426M - purple.
CLI-426Y - yellow.
Also there is an improved monochromatic cartridge for the Canon printer - PGI-425PGBk. He has a print resource increased by 2 times in relation to the standard CLI-426Bk. It needs to be purchased separately, but it only makes sense to do this when the base resource has been worked out. Again, the cartridges in this case are non-refillable, and in order to solve the problem with the accessories, it is recommended to equip such a peripheral CISS product.
Connection Methods
A universal solution from a connection point of view is the Canon Pixma iX6540. A review of the switching ports supported by him first of all indicates the presence of a USB connector in version 2.0. It is also compatible with any other revision of this interface, starting from 1.0 and ending with 3.1. This unit is also equipped with an RJ-45 port. With its help, this printing subsystem is able to connect directly to the computer network and independently perform the functions of a print server without involving any other additional computers. But there is no support for wireless Wi-Fi, which is now gaining popularity in this peripheral device.
Setup algorithm
Consider the procedure for configuring this printing solution to the USB port. It consists of the following stages:
Extract all contents from a cardboard shipping box.
Installation near a PC.
Fulfillment of all connections necessary for the normal operation of the printing system.
Turn on the computer and the printer connected to it.
Install a complete set of cartridges.
Then, at the end of the PC boot, we install the drivers and other necessary software.
At the next stage, we restart the computer.
After that it is necessary to print the test page.
Cost. Reviews
Now for 11500-12500 rubles you can buy at various Canon Pixma iX6540 outlets. Reviews at the same time called this cost quite justified. This solution has really good technical specifications, and for its niche in the form of engineering or design organizations, it just fits perfectly. The disadvantages of this printer are as follows:
A stripped-down equipment in which the manufacturer did not include the interface cord. But now most manufacturers believe that potential buyers already have such an accessory available. Well, any problems with his purchase in the absence should not arise. Such an accessory is in every store; it is not difficult to buy it. The device itself is not very expensive.
Lack of built-in CISS. A possible solution to this problem is to install an external such system. In this case, you will have to make certain investments, and this will significantly increase the cost of the printing subsystem. But in the future, such investments will lead to a reduction in the cost of consumables.
The strengths of the printing system include:
Conclusion
Of course, the Canon Pixma iX6540 has certain drawbacks, but they are unlikely to turn out to be significant. The solution in question also has advantages. The main one is support for the A3 + and A3 formats. It is this circumstance that indicates that such a printer is primarily aimed at use within various design bureaus or design organizations. Another possible field of application of such a printing device can safely become a copy center. But in order to fully reveal the possibilities of such a solution and minimize the costs of its maintenance, it is necessary to equip the CISS. The rest is just an excellent printer at a very reasonable price.