Samsung ML1510

In our tests, the text output was sharp and clear. The graphics quality was

not very good though, as we got a bit of banding in monochrome graphics

printouts, printed at the best resolution (600 dpi). The printer connects to the

computer via USB 1.1 interface. It comes with drivers, monitoring software and

the manual (in 15 languages including English) on a CD.

However, the bonus software is deceptively Acrobat Reader 5.0. The printer

has robust paper management system — you have a 250-sheet input tray and a

50-sheet face-down output tray. There’s also a face-up rear-output tray that

can be used for single page printouts especially for manual-feeds from the front

panel.

There’s support for A4, A5, B5, Executive and Letter paper-sizes. You can

also get prints on transparencies, labels, card stocks and envelopes. There’s

a paper-indicator that can help you decide whether to re-fill the printer tray

or not. 

The single button toner-saver option on the printer’s control panel is very

convenient. The second LED shows the printer’s ‘on’ or ‘error’ state. 

What’s more, you get a couple of options while printing, like printing

watermarks, overlays and posters, which are very useful.

S N   A   P   S   H O   T Price : Printer: Rs 11,000. Cartridge: Rs 3,300. Key specs : 15 ppm, 250-sheet tray, USB 1.1 interface Contact : Samsung, Delhi. Tel : 51511234. E-mail : farrukh@samsungindia.com

Moreover, The toner cartridge is claimed to print 3,000 sheets at 5 Percent

coverage.

Overall, a good printer for users who don’t have requirements for colour or

graphics prints.