Konica Minolta Photo Imaging Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo, President: Hideki Iwama), a member of the Konica Minolta Group, will begin worldwide shipments of the R1 SUPER 1400 Digital Minilab System in January, 2004. The new minilab is capable of 1,400 prints (127 x 89 mm) per hour, making it a very fast digital minilab. It joins the R1 SUPER minilab, which has been available from September, 2002, winning a high reputation for easy operation, versatile print services, and high image quality. Like the R1 SUPER, the R1 SUPER 1400 features independent input and output sections, allowing flexible configurations to meet different business requirements. In addition, it boasts faster processing speed, at 1,400 prints (127 x 89 mm) per hour, and enhanced image quality. The Konica Minolta Group plans to introduce it around the world as a new full-digital minilab flagship model for the rapidly emerging age of digital imaging. It will be shown at the SONIMAGFOTO' 2003 photo event that opens today in Spain.

The main features of the R1 SUPER 1400 are as follows.

Features of the R1 SUPER 1400

1. Faster digital camera prints through high-speed image processing technology

   Thanks to new image processing and transfer technology, the R1 SUPER 1400 boasts an overwhelming advantage in speedy processing of film and digital camera prints. It delivers 1,400 prints per hour (127 x 89 mm) for digital still camera and media prints, without the need for an acceleration kit.

2. Higher image quality through high-resolution film scanner

   A new optical design and high-precision LED control ensure outstanding image quality. Features include high-precision film transport and noise removal, for enhanced image quality in prints from over-exposed negatives. The standard paper is QA Paper Type AD, a high-performance paper uniquely suited to digital exposure, offering a very wide density range. The result is high image quality down the finest details.

3. Easy operation

   The R1 SUPER 1400 inherits the popular R1 SUPER interface, which makes it easy even for inexperienced operators to achieve beautiful results. All print operations are standardized, with commonly used buttons arranged in easy-to-find locations on the home screen. A specially designed keyboard makes it easy to adjust color density and gradations.

4. Powerful new options

   A wide variety of powerful new options are available, including a high-speed CD-R writing kit, a Printer Driver, and an Image Controller that allows the minilab to be used as a dedicated digital printer. With peripherals to match the requirements of the customer’s business, Konica Minolta proposes a new solutions business.

Main specifications

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