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Find the Right Printing and Imaging Solution
Whether you're printing documents or scanning photos, Harvey Norman offers a wide range of printing and imaging tools to bring your ideas to life. Our collection features versatile all-in-one printers, photo printers for stunning images, and high-speed laser printers for efficient document handling. With top brands for home, office, or creative use, you'll find the perfect fit for your projects.
Different Types of Printers
Choosing the right printer depends on what you plan to use it for—whether it's everyday documents, vibrant photos, or high-volume office tasks, there's a model to match your needs.
- Inkjet Printers: Great for colour printing, photos, and general home use.
- Laser Printers: Ideal for fast, high-volume printing.
- All-in-One Printers: Combines print, scan, copy, and fax functions all in one device.
- Photo Printers: Designed to produce professional-quality images at home.
- Portable Printers: Compact and ideal for travel or mobile professionals.
How Do I Choose the Right Printer?
Think about factors like print speed, cost of consumables, connectivity options (Wi-Fi, USB), and specific features like automatic document feeders.
- For everyday home use: An all-in-one inkjet printer is often ideal, offering printing, scanning, and copying capabilities.
- For business or high-volume printing: Consider a laser printer for faster speeds and lower cost per page, especially for text documents.
- For photography enthusiasts: A dedicated photo printer will deliver superior colour accuracy and detail for your prints.
Factors to Consider in Choosing a Printer
Here are the top tips on how to choose a printer that matches your needs:
- Print Volume: Choose inkjet for light use, laser for high-volume needs.
- Print Quality: Look for high DPI (dots per inch) for sharper images and text.
- Functionality: Consider all-in-one models for scanning, copying, and faxing.
- Connectivity: Check for Wi-Fi, USB, Bluetooth, and mobile printing support.
- Running Costs: Compare ink/toner prices and page yield to estimate cost per page.
- Speed: Look at pages per minute (PPM) if speed matters for your tasks.
- Paper Handling: Ensure support for your preferred paper size and type.
What Accessories Do I Need for a Printer?
Here are the essential accessories you'll need to keep your printing setup running smoothly:
- Ink or Toner Cartridges: Match your printer model for best results.
- Drum and Maintenance Kit: Reduce downtime and maintain sharp, clear results.
- Specialty Paper: Glossy, matte, and photo paper for various uses.
- Cables & Connectivity: USB, Wi-Fi, and app-compatible options.
Difference Between Ink and Toner
Understanding the difference between ink and toner helps you choose the right supplies for your printer, whether you're after vivid colour prints or fast, high-volume documents.
- Ink: Liquid used in inkjet printers; ideal for colour printing and photos.
- Toner: Powder used in laser printers; better for high-speed, high-volume printing.
Ink Cartridges
- Standard Cartridges: Contain a set amount of ink; good for light users.
- High-Yield (XL) Cartridges: Offer more prints per cartridge; lower cost per page.
- Tri-Colour vs Individual Colour Cartridges: Tri-colour has all colours in one, while individual cartridges offer more precise replacement.
Toner Cartridges
- Standard Toner: Best for everyday printing needs.
- High-Yield Toner: Prints more pages and reduces the frequency of replacement.
- Drum Units: Sometimes separate from the toner; transfers the image to paper.
