When we need to print A1 drawings or plans then we must actually have a plotter that is A1 size. Most end users are unsure of the difference between an A1 plotter or an A0 Plotter. So i hope that this article will provide some insight towards understanding these differences. Manufacturers such as the following will usually carry these sizes of machines (Canon, HP, Epson, Ricoh, Oce, Fuji Xerox)

First lets understand the common plotter sizes which are available :

• A1 Size, 24 inches
• A0 Size, 36 inches
• B0 Size, 42inches
• B0 Size, 44 inches
• B0+ Size, 60 inches

The above plotter sizes here are typically used to denote the maximum media sizes that you can load onto a machine. In the context of architectural , engineering or construction environments the discussion will only revolve around two paper sizes that is basically machines capable of loading 24″ or 36″ paper.

So lets breakdown the paper sizes available for end consumers here:

• 594 mm or 24″ length can vary 50 meters, 100 meters, 150 meters, 175 meters.
• 841 mm or 33″ length can vary 50 meters, 100 meters, 150 meters, 175 meters.

Here is what is important to realize, the longer the length of paper the cheaper the roll of paper gets, so if the objective is to achieve a lower cost of consumable then taking an often overlooked part which is paper is essential. 

​Lets take a look at the diagram below:

Diagram A: Shows what happens when you purchase a A1 plotter or 24 inch large format printer.

• More paper is used length wise,
• So if your loading 50 meter paper, you will only yield the following number of A1 drawings, 50 meters / 0.841 = 59 pages A1 Drawings,
• Since the print head has a shorter path to travel because your printing A1 in portrait then this will slow down the printing process as the print head must make more passes.

Diagram B: Shows what happens when you purchase a 36″ plotter.

• Less paper is used length wise, 
• So if your loading 50 meter paper, you will yield more number of A1 drawings, 50 meters / 0.594 = 84 pages A1 Drawings,
• This is 25 pages A1 sheets more then the previous version a 30% more paper situation.
• Since the print head has a longer path to travel because now your printing A1 in landscape then this means that your prints are going to be much faster.

So finally we need to understand why are there then 24 inch models available, these so called A1 models. Well, the prime reason they are there is because then you can print sizes such as A2 more. As we have shown you in the diagram, if you load a 594mm paper roll then it will print A2 in landscape. Thus reducing once again the length of the paper that is used.

So please do not make the mistake of purchasing a 24″  plotter model instead of a 36″ plotter model if you primarily print A1 size drawings. This will only cause the cost of your paper consumable to increase and you will end up use more time changing the paper rolls more often.


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​Choosing a suitable large format machine is often a daunting task. We often meet customers who are spoilt for choice when it comes to the types of machines that can be suitable for their needs. So lets get down to the criteria that customers needs to choose from when it comes to selecting a machine that will be suitable. 

​1. What size of plan drawing you wish to print or scan?

• By paper size: A1, A0, B0, B0+.
• By paper width: 24 inch, 36 inch, 44inch, 60 inch. 
• A common misconception we have noticed in this industry has to do with the size of the drawing.
• Typically most customers believe if they are printing A1 size they should buy an A1 size machine
• This is not recommended and here is why.
• When you purchase an A1(24″) plotter then what your doing is printing A1 size in portrait.
• Doing so means you print the short edge first (594mm) and leave the long edge (841mm) trailing behind.
• This consumes paper, a lot of paper. So you will raise consumable price for paper
• We suggest to you to print A1 in landscape meaning the long edge is printed first this way the paper consumption will only be (594mm ) trailing behind.

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2. How many pages do you print in one day?

• Low volume: 1 to 5 A1 A0 print outs per day,
• Medium volume: 30 to 60 A1 A0 print outs per day,
• High volume: 70 to 100 A1 A0 print outs per day.

3. Do you require black and white or colour prints?

• For medium to high volume of mainly mono prints, we suggest a A1 A0 laser printer.
• Laser printing machines such as the Canon Oce Fuji Xerox offers fast mono prints.
• However if you have a mix of medium to high color and mono prints,
• You may need to consider a colour inkjet printing machine such as the Canon HP Epson
• If you have low volume print of mono and colour A1 A0 printing, we suggest to consider a colour inkjet printing machine Canon HP Epson
• These days with the new technology found in the A1 A0 colour inkjet plotter, for mono and color printing cost wise is practically the same​.

4. Do you need a scanner or any large format multi function feature?

• A multifunction machine allows a consumer to print/copy/scan/save to network.
• Amendments that are done in hard copy is to be saved and so the best way to do this is to scan the document.
• Here is a quick tip; if yo already have a plotter then all you need is an upgrade of hardware.
• You can easily upgrade your existing plotter to a multifunctional A0 and A1 size by using the following machines from Contex
• This allows independence from the large format printer and the large format scanner and allows a consumer a redundancy feature.
• Meaning if your plotter is spoilt then you can still use the scanner.
• The other alternatives of an inbuilt Multifunction are found in the following machines: Canon TM5300Me

5. Running costs

• The most critical mistake consumers make is the overlook the running cost.
• Some machines in the market are cheap to buy but extremely costly to maintain.
• So doing your research is extremely important.
• Large format printing machines which are not on a service contract have the following consumables: maintenance waste ink tank, print head, and inks.
• The standard mono laser printer Canon Oce Fuji Xerox comes with 5 years of  consumables (except paper) being taken care of and the consumer pays per use of a sq meter program.
• However the only machine in Malaysia that gives the consumer the advantages of a pay-per-use scheme is the Canon TM5300Me allowing color and mono prints to be charged per use.
• This model is really good for the cost conscious customer and those with low to medium volume needs.

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6. Printing cost calculation software

• Calculating print costs has never been easier! 
• Every Canon plotter comes with the FREE Accounting Manager software to show accurate print costs based on factual data rather than estimates. 
• This video show this software is simple to configure and use.

7. Batch printing features

• It is often cumbersome to open pdf files one by one at a time.
• If you often have to print a number of pdf files this can be extremely exhausting
• As each file needs to be opened individually and then parameters set and then you may send it for printing
• Batch printing allows for a drag and drop function such as is found on software which are bundled with the Canon TM5300Me like the Direct Print Plus.
• You can also see how this software is implemented in the Canon plotter you can watch a demonstration of this here.
• Typically machines that come bundled with this machine tend to have a higher price point.
• So should your organization mainly send the files through Autocad, PDF or other software then there is no need for any batch printing and a normal range of plotters are available.

8. Cloud connectivity

• Having a cloud connected printer offers some unique advantages.
• It allows users to send print files remotely without having to be in front of the machine.
• Supposing your working on a project and its a sat or sun and you need to have the drawings first thing monday morning.
• With the Canon Direct Print & Share cloud connected machine you can send print jobs from your home or wherever you are to the machine and have them ready when you need them.
• Canon Direct Print & Share Video show Step by step guide on how to use the direct print and share features for your Canon.

9. Overall budget

• The budget really assist in determining the best solution for your needs
• Consumers often want the best at the cheapest possible price however their expectation of cheap is extremely skewed from what is actually possible.
• In nutshell we have summarised the price ranges as follows
• Low volume plotter = RM5,000 to RM15,000
• Medium volume plotter= RM16,000 to RM35,000
• High volume plotter= RM36,000 to RM60,000

It is our hope that this guide really narrows down how you can go about selecting the right large format printer for your needs. We will be more than happy to meet up with you to learn more and to give you the advice you deserve. We believe customers for far too long have dealt with sales people that are out to recommend something really expensive for a higher commission. I find this to be abhorring and unethical. So if your looking for a clean cut easy to understand and a proposal that will match your requirement do send us enquiry or visit our website for further information.

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👉 Scan sekeping A1 untuk bersih RM12.00, Kos Zero.
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3. Pelan JKR, Linen Paper,
4. Gambar Kahwin, Glossy Photo Paper,
5. Gambar Keluarga, Matte Photo Paper,
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​Printers and print costs are often a point of contention between a business owner and his or her accountant. If your business is churning enough hardcopy to make daily trips to a print shop impractical, then it's tempting to overindulge on a do-everything multi-purpose print device.

For print purists, a colour laser printer with scanner and fax, capable of outputting on A3 is the ultimate device. But it's also an expensive device. On the other end of the scale is the basic monochrome laser - a dependable workhouse that does A4 printouts and not much more.

For businesses like architects, builders or anyone who needs hardcopies of complex spreadsheets or other tables, A3 can mean the difference between squinting at something illegible, and communicating vital information clearly.

But when you go A3 you have to pay a massive premium - until now that is. Fuji Xerox DocuCentre S2520 strikes a balance between cheap dependability and flexible capability.

It's a multifunction device with scanner and fax on board, it can output to A3, and because its monochrome a single page costs less than a cent to print.

What's more, with a lease, a business can get an Fuji Xerox DocuCentre S2520 in the office for less than $2 a day.

While its footprint is closer to photocopier than desktop printer, the Fuji Xerox DocuCentre S2520 actually is a desktop device. It's not especially heavy and it ships with a single paper bin built-in. Additional bins and a wheeled stand can be added on later.

Since it's a state-of-the-art laser printer it outputs at 25 pages per minute, and can be connected to a single PC via USB or, more usually, put on a network via Ethernet.

Operation can be as simple as selecting print from a word processor, or power users can make use of various collation options including stacking copies at alternating 90 degree angles for easier separation.

The single paper bin can only take one size of paper a time, but a door on the side of the printer lets the user load a few A3 (or A4) sheets when needed. For businesses that need to swap paper sizes more frequently, additional paper bins add on via simple stack.

Obviously even this device is overkill if you don't need A3 output, but if big paper could help you communicate with clients and customers, the S2520 is a cost-effective way to go about it.

Source: ​BIT (Business IT).

Large format printer uses more than 30 types of paper material. Which is the most suitable paper material that meet your current jobs requirement? Let's us give your some useful tips on difference between a glossy, semi-glossy, satin, metallic and matte photo paper.

1. Gloss – A highly shiny glossy finish which is very reflective
2. Satin– (Also referred to as lustre, Semi Gloss or Pearl) – A soft sheen paper which is half way between Gloss and Matt.
3. Matt – A totally flat finish with no sheen or reflective properties

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Glosy Finish photo papers have a high glare finish. The higher the gloss level of the finish, the higher the glare. Photographic images will be highly colourful and deep with a wide colour gamut but If viewed from and angle in strong light conditions, some of the image will not be visible because of reflection off the surface and the viewing angle might need to be adjusted.

Satin Finish photo papers provide the full colour capability of the gloss with a wide colour gamut and high resolution. Viewing images printed on satin paper is made easier by the low glare and light reflection off this paper. Image can be seen clearly from a wider angle and are less affected by strong light conditions when viewing. When displaying images behind glass, Satin paper is better suited than gloss.
Satin papers have a wider range of glossiness and this is often referred to with different terminology such as pearl; a slightly glossier satin, or lustre which has a slightly lower satin level and is closer to matt.

Matt Finish photo paper has no sheen or finish on the surface and has an extremely low reflection property. They have a lower colour gamut capability although high resolution printing is possible. Images will appear duller on this paper and will not shine in any way. This paper is mostly used for reports, booklets and presentations where there is no “keepsake” value to the image.

The choice between gloss and satin finish is often a matter of taste. Satin paper will provide the most flexible image on a piece of paper, allowing it to be displayed in differing environments. Glossy papers are liked by many but required precise conditions in order to be viewed to its full potential. Matt papers are used in larger run prints, giveaway presentations and booklets and as a high resolution alternative to standard print inkjet paper.

More option of paper available at https://www.officedepot.com.my/papers/large-format-paper

A plotter is a graphics printer that uses a pen or pencil to draw images. Plotters differ from printers in that plotters use continuous lines to create images while printers use a collection of dots. Like printers, plotters are connected to computers and are used to produce complex images and text. However, plotters are much slower than printers because of the mechanical motion necessary to draw detailed graphics using continuous lines. Architects and product designers use plotters for technical drawings and computer-aided design purposes since plotters have the ability to create large images on oversized sheets of paper. Additionally, many garment and sign manufacturers use cutting plotters in which the plotter's pen is replaced with a sharp razorblade.

While the notion of a paperless office sounds great in principle, the reality is that many small or home office (SOHO) businesses still have a need to copy printed documents on a regular basis.
The old style standalone office copy machines have nearly disappeared in the digital age, replaced by multifunction printers that combine the functions of printing, copying, scanning, and optionally faxing into a single device.
Technically a “copier” in today’s terms is normally a printer that has a built-in scanning device so that a document to be copied can be scanned and reproduced by the printer.
As with most electronics copier/printer devices continue to decline in price yet come with more features than ever, and the convenience of copying in house rather than driving to a print/copy shop can't be beaten.
Here are the key buying factors to help you choose a printer/copier for your SOHO.

Inkjet vs Laser/LED

For high-speed copying of text documents Laser/LED printers are generally the better choice. Inkjets are capable of printing at much higher resolutions and so are more suitable for graphics and especially for photographs.

Cost

When looking at the cost of a printer/copier, it is important to take the ongoing cost of consumables into account if you plan to do more than occasional printing/copying. Manufacturers have changed tack in recent years and rather than making profits on selling printer/copiers now often sell them at cost (or even at a loss) and instead make huge profit margins on selling ink and toner.
Many units now come with ink/toner cartridges that have embedded microchips that prevent “unofficial” cartridges from being used, or have “starter” toner cartridges that have half the normal capacity. That bargain inkjet or laser doesn’t look as cheap when it comes time to replace the expensive ink or toner cartridge(s).


Color printer/copiers are particularly expensive to run as they require 4 cartridges (black and white, cyan, magenta, and yellow). It is typical for the replacement cost of inkjet/toner cartridges to exceed the purchase price of an entire unit, making printers a common resident of electronics recycling depots and landfills.  
Fortunately most ink jet and some laser toner cartridges can be refilled at a much lower cost – companies such as Costco offer one hour inkjet refills, for example. Refill kits are also available for the do-it-yourself types, but refilling inkjet or toner cartridges is messy and not for the mechanically-challenged. And you can Make Printer Ink Cartridges Last Longer with little effort.
Before you purchase a printer/copier, be sure to check the manufacturer’s published cost per page.

Volume

Most small business oriented printer/copiers aren't designed for heavy volume so check the unit's recommended usage (pages per month duty cycle). The ISO yield for the ink/toner cartridges will give you a rough idea of how often the cartridges will need replacement.
Note that even if you have an in-house printer/copier it may still make sense to use local or online copy/print services (such as Staples or UPS) for larger print/copy jobs or specialty printing such as brochures.
With the price of consumables (as described above) it is simply not cost effective to do large volume printing/copying on less expensive printers/copiers, particularly with color documents or photographs. Purchasing a lower cost printer/copier for basic needs and outsourcing larger print/copy jobs is an ideal compromise for most small businesses - running off 500 copies of a color business brochure is a job for a professional printing shop.

Duplexing

Duplexing is the ability to print/copy on both sides of the page and is a highly desirable feature. Besides saving paper it is a must for making professional copies of two-sided printed material.

Connectivity

For using the machine as a printer, the more options to connect to the device the better. Aside from direct USB connectivity to a PC, most printer/copiers come with network connectivity - wired, wi-fi, or both.
If you need printing from the cloud or from mobile devices make sure your printer supports technologies such as Google Cloud Print or Apple AirPrint.


Black and White or Color?

Color copying is slower and more expensive, but might be a feature you want your printer/copier to have if you intend to produce promotional materials for your small business, such as brochures, or copy color photos.

Media Versatility 

As the main reason to buy a copier for your small or home office is convenience, you'll want to be sure to choose a copier that's able to handle a variety of paper sizes and weights and other media, such as transparencies and index cards. Look for copiers that offer flatbed copying if you're concerned about copying from books or copying other objects that won't fit through a sheet feeder.

Paper Handling

As a small business person, you have better things to do than refilling paper trays or feeding single sheets through a printer/copier. If you print/copy regularly look for a model with a paper capacity of at least 250 sheets - or more. You'll also definitely want an automatic document feeder that holds at least 30 sheets. 

​Response Time

Printer/copiers that have no warm up time are ideal for small and home offices, where the machine may be sitting idle for hours or days. High print/copy speeds are great, but won't save you any time if you have to wait minutes for the unit to warm up every time it comes out of sleep mode. Some printer/copiers now offer a first copy time of less than 10 seconds.

 Source : Susan Ward (The Balance)

​Choosing the Right Book Scanner

Among all different kinds of book scanners on the market, a zero-edge design book scanner is very helpful for book scanning. Plustek offers dedicated book-scanner series with the unique zero-edge design allow you to easily perform book scanning. The special edge design eliminates the book spine shadow and text distortion of thick books while scanning. This revolutionary technology efficiently let you scan a book page to the edge of the spine and get clear image scan results. All book scanners come with software eliminates distortion and shadow artifacts.