MFP Samsung SCX-4600 (printer + scanner + copier): specifications, manuals and reviews

MFP is a multifunctional device that combines three devices at once: a printer, a scanner, a copier. This type of equipment is divided into several types. They are distinguished by:

• Type of printing (laser, inkjet, LED);
• Color (black and white or monochrome, color);
• Components that enter the device.

What is the advantage of MFIs? It is perfect for companies and companies, where a large amount of documents are processed. Its small price will please any consumer. Of course, the cost will seem low, if you sum up the money that you have to spend on several devices: printer, scanner, copier. Moreover, the device allows you to save space on the work surface. Among the shortcomings can be noted somewhat sluggish operation of the copying device and a large cost of the print.

In this article we will talk about one of the successful devices of a well-known brand. Namely, the Samsung SCX4600 MFP . We will weigh all the pros and cons to decide whether or not he deserves such praise.

a brief description of

Model SCX4600 is a multifunctional monochrome device that has a solid and respectable appearance. The device has won the trust of potential buyers. If immediately it seemed that the device has a very standard functionality, then this feeling is very true. However, simplicity in operation, as well as convenience in working with it, fully compensates this feeling.

The printer is compatible with different operating systems, including Windows, Linux, Mac OS. A standard cartridge can print up to 1500 pages, if you take high-capacity material, then this figure is increased by one thousand.

The Samsung SCX 4600 MFP weighs about 11 kg. Working, the device consumes 370 W, in idle mode - 45 W, and with the economy mode - no more than 10 W. The noise reaches 50 dB. The standard memory size is 64 MB, it can not be increased.

Design solution

What is this device? A conventional monochrome laser device that few people can impress with experienced users. Creating an enhanced functionality, the Korean company did not seriously consider the appearance. There are no particularly impressive elements in the design. All developments were limited to the transition from gray to black.

Dimensions and weight of the device Samsung SCX 4600 are at an average level. Their indicators are not very compact, but they are not prominent either. Also on the top there is no ADF cover, which helped to reduce the height of the device.

The control panel is straight, not at an angle. Buttons on it are a necessary minimum, there are no extra keys here. The display is small, it shows a minimum of information, so the Korean company obviously saved it.

Scanner and Copier

The copier Samsung SCX4600 can print up to 99 copies at a time. Printing takes place in black and white. A regular A4 sheet will not be copied for more than 12 seconds. If you assess the ability of this device in points, you can evaluate it on a solid four on a five-point system. Near the letters there are small divorces. The texts themselves are readable and well visible to the human eye. However, for serious commercial organizations, the Samsung SCX 4600 copier should not be used.

Scanning occurs at a rate of 1 page in 15 seconds. Even with the fact that the device is convenient enough to use, the scanner is not very attractive. The fact is that each scan will have to set the necessary settings. They are responsible for color, resolution, scan size, output image format.

Printing a text document

Before you start anything, you need to install the software from the disk that comes with the device. After a short boot, you will be able to use the printer. The results will be pleasantly surprised. However, there is no difference between standard and high quality. Readable are any texts, starting with those that are printed by the second size. All letters are smooth and smooth. It is worth noting that, in the economy mode, the device really uses less energy. But this affects the quality - the text is a little faded. This is the printer in the MFP Samsung SCX 4600.

Instruction manual allows you to answer all the questions that arise. There in detail with the addition of screenshots all the details and nuances are explained. The manufacturer took care of the maximum informativeness.

Print 20 pages of the document

Printing 20 pages will be performed on average for 1 minute and 1 second. We can say that the printer Samsung SCX 4600 with a quick issue of the document is doing fine. If we talk about the quality of the image, then it is quite adequate. The text and graphics look decent, no matter what the print mode was set. However, if we are talking about pictures, it is better to choose a standard function. Only in this case you can not worry about quality.

Information from the instruction

In the year of release was the sales leader model Samsung SCX4600. The instruction manual has technical information that will help you set the device correctly, turn it on / off and use it. If you have any questions about printing, you do not need to run to the computer right away, it's enough to open an instruction that completely "sheds light" on some questions.

The manual describes in detail the safety precautions. In particular, the section is allocated to explain to users - you can not sharply pull the plug from the outlet. The instruction will help to understand how many colors are needed. If you are interested in the device device, it can also be studied using a special booklet.

Reviews

Of the advantages of the buyers identify the following sides of the device Samsung SCX4600:

• easy to use;
• Looks stylish;
• Workable, breaks down and failures occur quite infrequently;
• Reliable, powerful;
• economical;
• The highest level of print quality;
• High speed of sheet delivery;
• Slightly higher price.

If you consider the shortcomings, then you need to say about the following nuances:

• Poor quality of scanning;
• Sometimes it crumples paper;
• It is often necessary to reflash;
• Too expensive cartridges;
• A small resource (suitable for home, but not for offices).

In general, the reviews on the device are positive. Many disadvantages for some do not matter, especially if the MFI is purchased for training purposes. All who used Samsung SCX 4600, speak in one voice, that for their money this device is a gift. But in fact, really, to refuse such a useful device is stupid.

Appearance like everything. It allows you to install the MFP anywhere, because it will not spoil the stylistics of the room.

Results

Samsung SCX 4600, the cartridge for which is a high price, suitable for use at home. Often large companies pay attention to it, since the functionality of the device is really high. However, due to the small resource and high cost of the cartridge for legal entities, this option immediately goes to the last place. Even if the price category can be "ignored", having repulsed money by the company's income, then a low resource can not be compensated by anything. And it's unlikely that someone will want to buy new cartridges constantly.

The overall stylistic trend is really good. Appearance makes you attract attention, because it is both simple and solid at the same time. On average, for $ 200 you can purchase the Samsung SCX 4600 MFP. The cartridge will cost no more than $ 65. In ordinary stores the device has not been sold for a long time, if there is an opportunity to buy, then only on Internet resources, where the device is still in stock.