Konica Minolta 950 User Manual

Reliable 95ppm B&W Performance for
Print Professionals

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What’s in demand for on demand printing? Reliability and high image quality. The bizhub PRO
950 offers both and prints at a speedy 95ppm, letting you process more small lot, on-demand
jobs in less time. No matter what your strategy, the bizhub PRO 950 offers high-speed process­ing to answer the needs of businesses ranging from high-volume offices to POD professionals.

bizhub PRO 950 MAIN FEATURES

Reliable
Performance

On-Demand

Extensive
Media
Compatibility

Exceptional

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Quality

Versatile

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- Durability for less downtime in
high-volume environments

- High-speed 95ppm simplex/duplex output

- Standard equipped with new print controller

- Wide media latitude of 40-300g/m

- Excellent image quality and stability for any job

- Numerous professional-level finishing options

- Intuitive, user-friendly 12.1-inch LCD panel

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Light Production

Print small lot variable jobs to perfect
one to one marketing and reduce
in-house inventory.

PFP and CRD

Offer faster turnaround and
higher efficiency in print shops
and in-house CRD facilities.

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High-volume Office

High-speed output is just the beginning. Experience
effective document sharing and professional finishing.

High-quality Output

Unrivalled Image Quality & Stability

Providing high-quality deliverables to every customer with every
order is essential for earning and keeping trust. The bizhub PRO 950
features the technology to give customers the quality they desire.

Simitri Toner

As Konica Minolta’s next-generation polymerised toner, Simitri offers unprecedented
printing quality. Simitri toner particles are smaller and more uniform in shape, ensuring
fine lines, small text with clear contours and images with more natural halftones.

Stable Image Quality

Equipped with an exclusive developing unit just like the one found on higher output
models, the bizhub PRO 950 offers a greater maximum density to limit the visibility of
density changes during large output runs.

[High-coverage Stability]

Maintaining density is especially difficult when printing images with densities ranging
from light grey to dark black. To solve this problem, choose the high-coverage mode,
which monitors output every 10 seconds and 5 pages, then automatically adjusts output
speed to maintain and stabilise density. You can choose from Image Quality Priority
Mode or Speed Priority Mode and turn the modes on and off from utilities.

Note: In high-coverage mode, productivity is reduced to 30-40ppm.

High Resolution

The copy resolution is 600 x 600dpi,
ensuring clear reproduction of small text
and lines. During printing, exclusive
smoothing technology boosts resolution to
2,400 (equivalent) x 600 dpi.

Highly Accurate
Front/Back Registration

When the front and back of a two-sided
document is not aligned properly, the result
is output of inferior quality. The bizhub PRO
950 comes equipped with highly accurate
registration rollers to ensure front/back
registration is well aligned, increasing the
professional look of all double-sided jobs.

Advanced image position precision

PS Plug-in Driver

The new, user-friendly PS plug-in driver offers a number of new innovations:

CIE Colour for Greater Detail

When “Use CIE Color” is turned on,
colours are converted to CIE colour
space (X,Y,Z values), then converted to
the device’s colour space to provide
smoother gradations.

CIE Color On

CIE Color Off

Tone Curve Utility

The all new Tone Curve Utility lets you
easily adjust the density and brightness of
images just as you desire before printing.
You can also register 10 original tone curve
settings that you can reuse for future jobs.

Screens for Any Output Type

In addition to the previously available Adobe dot screen settings, you can select
from screens for photo (85lpi), text (141lpi) or text/photo (106lpi) output to
optimise the quality of any document type.

> A highly intuitive interface for

easy navigation

> A quick print function for simplex,

duplex and booklet printing

> Two tab types for greater

flexibility in labelling

> The ability to easily specify

per-page settings

> A paper name function for easy

selection of desired media

> A selection of six languages to

display interface

Idea Sharing / Management

A Powerful Combination of
Organization and Communication

Scan, share and send data easily and efficiently with the bizhub PRO 950.
Ideas move smarter in large-volume offices with a bizhub PRO as the centre machine.

A Wide Range of Scanning Functions

The bizhub PRO 950 lets you scan documents to a number of locations, from the main
unit’s HDD to any computer on your network or anywhere in the world. In addition to TIFF /
PDF formats, you can now save scanned documents as encrypted PDF files or in the
versatile XPS format to take full advantage of the new Microsoft Vista operating system.

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Multi-method Send:

Save time by sending documents to more
destinations at once.

Scan to E-mail:

Save data as an e-mail attachment (PDF, TIFF or
XPS formats) and send to any address.

Scan to FTP:

Send data to a designated directory on an FTP server,
where it can immediately be downloaded to any PC.

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Send data to a sharing folder on any
network-connected PC – the perfect solution for a
serverless environment.

Scan to HDD:

Data can be stored on the main unit’s HDD and
retrieved from any PC on the network.

LDAP Server Compatibility

Addresses can be downloaded from an LDAP server
in a group or individually, eliminating the need to
input addresses manually.

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High-speed Scanning

The bizhub PRO 950 comes standard
equipped with a high-speed network
controller for high-speed network
scanning at 95opm. Scan resolutions are
available at 600 / 400 / 300 / 200dpi and
image quality modes include text,
text/photo, photo and light text.

Time Saving Box Functions

Up to 80GB of data can be stored in the
bizhub PRO 950’s HDD and separated into
boxes for easy access without having to
re-RIP. Both public and private boxes are
available, ensuring a balance between easy
access and security for any type of content.

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Up to 1,000 boxesUp to 1,000 boxes

Up to 1,000 boxes

80GB HDD

Public Box

Personal Box

Group Box

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Management Functions for Smoother Workflow

Printgroove

A scalable solution for production print
businesses, Printgroove handles 24/7
web-based job submission, automated
job ticketing and quoting, print queue
management, online proofing and much more.

Note: Compatibility available at a later date.

Other Software Applications:

> PageScope Web Connection v. 3.0

> PageScope Direct Print

> IPv6 Compatibility

> JDF / JMF Compatibility

Robust Security for Better Peace of Mind

User Privilege Settings

Administrators can assign access privileges to any
staff member.

HDD Data Protection

Gaining access to data stored on the HDD requires a
password.

Full Memory Erase

Data stored on the HDD can be completely erased
after printing or scanning by setting functions in the
full memory erase utility.

Security Log

Administrators can track all activity data, including
job descriptions, user ID and time of access.

Common Criteria Certified

Through compliance with strict
security guidelines, the bizhub PRO
950 are designed for ISO15408
certification.

High Performance

Faster Processing for Faster Job Turnover

Speed is everything when you run a print business. Without reliable high­speed output for every job, every time, your customers may decide to take
their business elsewhere. Stay on top of your game with the bizhub PRO 950.

95ppm High-volume Output

The bizhub PRO 950 offers 95ppm output
for both print data and scanned originals.
Furthermore, copies can also be made at
the same 95cpm speed, ensuring even large
documents are ready for output in a hurry.

Fast Warm-up and First Copy Output

With a warm-up time of 5.5 minutes and a
first-copy output time of only 3.1 seconds,
the bizhub PRO 950 is ready to print when
you are.

Standard-equipped Print Controller

Standard-equipped Print Controller

The bizhub PRO 950 comes installed with

The bizhub PRO 950 comes installed with
an internal print controller, enabling

an internal print controller, enabling
network printing and scanning. Combined

network printing and scanning. Combined
with the PS Plug-in Driver’s image

with the PS Plug-in Driver’s image
modification functions, the print controller

modification functions, the print controller
ensures that the bizhub PRO 950 is ready

ensures that the bizhub PRO 950 is ready
for production right away.

for production right away.

High-speed RIPing

The new bizhub PRO 950 offers faster
RIPing speeds than previous models for a
number of applications. Even large data is
processed quickly, enabling output to
begin more efficiently.

Multiple OS Compatibility

Multiple OS Compatibility

Regardless of the mix of operating systems

Regardless of the mix of operating systems
in use on your network, the bizhub PRO

in use on your network, the bizhub PRO
950 is ready to work with them all,

950 is ready to work with them all,
eliminating the need to make costly

eliminating the need to make costly
replacements or upgrades. The bizhub

replacements or upgrades. The bizhub
PRO 950 is even fully compatible with the

PRO 950 is even fully compatible with the
new Microsoft Vista operating system.

new Microsoft Vista operating system.

Tandem Printing & Copying

The bizhub PRO 950 supports tandem
printing, letting you combine two
machines to output the same job to
increase output speed to an incredible
190ppm. This setup is ideal for printing
presentation materials and on-demand
variable data jobs on a tight deadline.

Sends command
to main unit

Splitting the output data

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For the Environment

The environmental footprint of the
bizhub PRO 950 has been minimised
during every step of its life cycle.

RoHS Compliance

Use of harmful materials eliminated.

WEEE Compliance

Proper disposal and recycling of all parts.

Polymerized Toner

Fixes at a lower temperature, requiring less
energy use, while reducing CO

Energy Star

Conforms to the strict energy
consumption guidelines of the
International Energy Star Program.

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Output Output

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12.1-inch Touch-screen Colour LCD Monitor

Large, easily legible and highly intuitive, the 12.1-inch LCD monitor effortlessly
guides you through the bizhub PRO 950’s many features, while the ability to tilt the
screen to any angle lets every user easily optimise the viewing position.

Ready for Work

Diverse Paper Handling for High-volume Needs

The on-demand print business attracts many customers, each with diverse
needs. The bizhub PRO 950 offers the flexibility and paper capacity to respond
to even the most demanding requests quickly, accurately and without hassle.

Wide Media Compatibility

The bizhub PRO 950 is compatible with
both thin and thick paper media ranging
from 40g/m
LU-407 & LU-408 Large Capacity Units –
enough latitude to accommodate printing
covers and internal pages exactly to
customer requests. A maximum paper size
of 314 x 460mm from the multi-bypass
tray allows you to print out full A3 size
documents with trim marks. The maximum
printing size is 303 x 460mm.

Large Paper Capacity

Boasting a paper capacity of up to 6,650
sheets, the bizhub PRO 950 can take on
even the largest print runs in stride. A
standard paper capacity of 2,150 sheets
can be boosted by 4,500 sheets with the
optional LU-407 or 4,000 sheets with the
optional LU-408 Large Capacity Units.

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to 300g/m2 in the optional

Maximum printing width 460mm

Maximum paper size is

314 mm x 460 mm

height 303mm

Maximum printing

A Wealth of Finishing Options

Fast and professional, finishing options for the bizhub PRO 950 offer
everything your business needs to produce high-quality documents that
will leave clients impressed with your service.

Folding and Binding

The optional FS-611 Booklet Finisher and the FS-528
Staple Finisher allows you to choose 1-point corner
stapling and 2-point side stapling, while the FS-611
enables saddle stitching of up to 20 sheets. Combined
with the PI-506 Page Inserter, covers and chapter

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breaks can be inserted.

Automatic Hole Punching

With the optional PK-505 Punch Kit attached to the
FS-611 Saddle Stitch Finisher or the FS-528 Staple
Finisher, you can perform 4-hole or 2-hole side
punching or 2-hole top punching.

Z-folding

The optional ZU-607 Z-folder folds A3 and B4 paper
sizes in the Z-fold style. This is ideal for placing A3
pages in A4-size booklets. This unit also punches
holes.

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Preparation for Perfect Binding

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repaginating layouts for booklets. The bizhub PRO
950 automates the processing of repagination,
preparing data for printing as a booklet or brochure

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PI-506

PK-505

ZU-607

(optional)

• LU-407

Large Capacity Unit
4,500 sheets (A4)

• Multi-bypass

150 sheets

Main Unit Tray

500 sheets x 2

Main Unit Tray

1,000 sheets

(optional)

LU-408

Large Capacity Unit
4,000 sheets (A3)

Designed to Be Used by Everyone

The bizhub PRO 950 features a number
of considerate design points that make
it easy to use for everyone. Trays can be
opened with either an over-hand or
under-hand grip, while paper jams can
be cleared and toner replaced easily.
The 12.1-inch touch screen panel
makes navigation more intuitive.

Easy-grip paper trays Easy paper jam removal Easy toner replacement 12.1-inch touch screen

Professional-level Booklet Trimming

When creating stapled multi-page centrefold
documents, the centre pages inevitably stick out.
However, the optional TU-502 Trimmer Unit cuts the
edges flush to let you produce high-quality,
professional-looking booklets.

TU-502

Specifications

Model name
Type
Resolution

Memory

Paper sizes
Warm-up time
First-copy time
Copy speed
Magnification

Paper capacity
Paper weights

Multiple copy
Power requirement
Power consumption
Dimensions (W x D xH)
Weight

Scanning
Printing
DIMM
HDD

Fixed

Zoom

System Options

LU-407

LU-408

FS-528 Staple Finisher

FS-611 Booklet Finisher

PI-506 Post Inserter

TU-502 Trimming Unit

PK-505 Punch Kit

ZU-607 Z-folding Unit
with Punching Unit

bizhub PRO 950

Console with document feeder (B/W Copier / Printer / Scanner)

600 x 600dpi

600 x 600dpi

256MB DIMM (standard)

30GB (standard)

100 x 140mm - 314 x 460mm

Less than 5.5 minutes

3.1 seconds (A4, tray 1, platen 1:1, non AE, face-up)

95cpm

Fixed Ratio 1:1; Reduction: 0.500/0.707/0.840

Enlargement: 1.189/1.414/2.000

Zoom: 25% to 400% in 0.1% increments,

3 user settings, bi-directional zoom

2 x 500 + 1,000; 150 sheet multi-bypass

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40-216g/m

(tray 1 / 2 / 3), 40-244g/m2 (multi-bypass),

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40-300g/m

(LU-407 / 408)

Up to 9,999

230V/15A

Less than 3.45kW

997 x 780 x 1,203mm (with DF) / 997 x 780 x 1,420mm (including operation panel)

Approx. 297kg (main unit)

Large Capacity Unit for 4,500 sheets

(A4, max. 314 x 223mm), 40-300g/m

Large Capacity Unit for 4,000 sheets

(up to A3, max. 314 x 460mm), 40-300g/m

3 stapling positions

Non-sort mode capacity: 3,000 sheets

Max. stapling capacity: 100 sheets (80g/m

Center-fold & three-fold capabilities

Non-sort mode capacity: 2,500 sheets

Max. stapling capacity: 50 sheets (80g/m

20 sheets for saddle stitching

Capacity: 200 sheets

Paper weight: 50-200g/m

Capacity: 500 sheets; Max. trimming capacity: 40 sheets (80g/m

*MK-721 Mount Kit required

2- or 4-hole selectable, Paper size: A5-A3

Paper weight: 62-130g/m

2- or 4-hole selectable, Paper size: A5-A3

Z-folding: Paper size: A3 and B4

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Print Controller (standard)

Type
CPU
Memory
Speed
Resolution
Printer languages

Network protocol
Operating system

Fonts

Interface

Standard
Option

Standard

Option

Standard
Option

Embedded type

Pentium M 2.0GHz, Memory Access Speed 533 MHz

2GB (standard)

95ppm

600 x 600dpi, 2,400 x 600dpi equivalent (with smoothing selected)

PCL 5e / XL / TIFF Direct Print

PosctScript3 (PS 3017) / PDF Direct Print(PDF ver 1.6)

TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBEUI, EtherTalk

Windows2000/XP/2003server, WindowsVista,

WindowsXP/2003server x64, WindowsVista x64

Windows2000/XP/2003server, WindowsVista,

WindowsXP/2003server x64, WindowsVista x64

MacOSX 10.3, MacOSX 10.4 (PPC/Intel), Mac OSX 10.5

European Font 80 types (Agfa Micro type, Symbolset 36 kinds)

European Font Adobe 136 types

Ethernet (1000Base-T, 100Base-TX, 10Base-T), USB 2.0

Scanner (standard)

Type
Speed
Max. original size
Scanner file format
Scanner resolution
Interface

B/W

95opm

A3 (297 x 420mm)

TIFF, PDF (ver. 1.6) / Encrypted PDF / XPS

200 x 200dpi / 300 x 300dpi / 400 x 400dpi / 600 x 600dpi

Ethernet (1000Base-T, 100Base-TX, 10Base-T)

System Overview

TU-502
Trimming Unit

FS-528
Staple Finisher

FS-611
Booklet Finisher

Product appearance, configuration and/or specifications
are subject to change without notice.

KONICA MINOLTA, the KONICA MINOLTA logo and symbol mark,
and “The essentials of imaging” are registered trademarks or
trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA HOLDINGS, INC.
bizhub, bizhub PRO, bizhub PRESS, Magicolor, PagePro,
PageScope, Simitri, Simitri HD, Simitri HD+, Simitri with Biomass,
Emperon, S.E.A.D., S.E.A.D.II, Printgroove and Konica Minolta
Optimised Print Services and their respective logos are registered
trademarks or trademarks of KONICA MINOLTA BUSINESS
TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
All other brands and product names are registered trademarks or
trademarks of their respective companies or organisations.

Ecology & Environment

KONICA MINOLTA products are designed with the environment in mind.

• Energy Star

• RoHS Compliance

Requirements for safe use

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Please read and follow the instruction manual to ensure safe operation.

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Only operate using appropriate power supply and voltage.

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Connecting the earth wire to an inappropriate place may cause explosion or electric shock. Please connect accordingly (Taiwan and the Philippines only).

PK-505
Punch Kit

PI-506
Post
Inserter

ZU-607
Z-folding Unit
with Punching
Unit

bizhub PRO 950

• WEEE Compliance

• Eco-friendly Toners

• Production at ISO Certified Factories

From consulting, system design, to operations, Konica Minolta offers
total support to optimise your office output environment.

http://www.biz.konicaminolta.com/services/ops

LU-407
Large Capacity
Unit

LU-408
Large Capacity
Unit

ISO15408 (EAL Level 3) Certification

These products comply with the security
requirements of ISO15408 (EAL Level 3).

The ISO 15408 certification applies only to IT security

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capabilities. This certification is NOT a product guarantee.

This catalogue was printed
using soy ink.

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