Minolta RP 607Z Reader-Printer

       
                              

 
In the world of microfilm, the key words are productivity and cost-efficiency. And those are what Minolta’s RP607Z delivers. It’s a high-volume microfilm reader-printer with a difference, a complete array of optional functions that are designed to maximize productivity for the specific search, retrieval and printing operation you need to perform. These include three zoom lenses that cover a wide range of magnifications from 9x - 50x, Auto and Manual Masking, Auto Centering and Three-Way Paper Supply with a total capacity of 2,500 sheets. Other options include Bi-modal Printing, Book Format Printing, a variety of film carriers and controllers for handling different types of film, and more. With such a wide variety of options to choose from, you can cost effectively design an RP607Z reader-printer that is right for your specific requirements.

The result?  A reader-printer that does your specific job with the greatest possible speed and efficiency at the lowest possible cost.

Features

Zoom Lenses

Three zoom lenses - 9x-16x, 13x-27x and 20x-50x - provide a complete range of coverage for smooth magnification ease and maximum convenience.  Each lens features a wide zoom range, eliminating the need to frequently change lenses and letting you print the exact copy size you need.  All three zoom lenses work with the RP607Z's Optical Image Rotation system, ensuring quick and simple vertical/horizontal alignment and adjustment.  A 7.5x single focal length lens is also available.

Fast First Print

The RP607Z is fast enough to keep up with high-volume printing needs.  In just five seconds, your first 8-1/2" x 11" (A4) size print appears in the output tray.  In just seven seconds, first 11" x 17" (A3) size print appears.   Subsequent prints are even faster - up to 22 copies per minute for 8-1'2" x 11" (A4) prints.  And the RP607Z can produce up to 99 copies per print run.

Auto Masking

The  RP607Z offers two types of optional Auto-Masking features which cover a wide range of print sizes and applications.  Both Auto-Masking options are designed to allow the operator to make prints of only selected portions of an image or eliminate heavy black boarders for a more professional looking print.  The Check Auto-Masking feature is designed to mask both checks as well as all other size documents.  The General Auto-Masking feature is a cost effective alternative which can be used in applications which require the masking of general sized documents only.

Manual Masking

The RP607Z's optional Manual Masking function is very easy to use.  The rows of LEDs along the left and bottom edges of the screen are actually buttons which can be pushed to designate the areas of a document to be masked.  Manual Masking can be used to trim black areas between checks or delete sensitive or unneeded information from a full-page document.

Auto Centering

The Auto Center function increases productivity by eliminating the need for time consuming manual adjustments of the image into the printing area.  A built-in sensor detects the incorrect placement of the original on the screen and automatically centers it before copying.  The edges are centered within a maximum of 20mm, ensuring that they print correctly and neatly.  the Auto Centering function is especially useful for making multiple copies during automatic searches and retrievals.

Automatic Exposure

Minolta's electronic exposure control system assures consistently excellent prints from every film format - just push the Exposure button for optimum exposure every time, even from films of varying densities.  Manual adjustment over a wide exposure range is also possible for handling films with special requirements.

Book Format Printing

With the RP607Z's Book Format Printing function, side-by-side images, such as facing pages of books, magazines, etc., can be printed on separate sheets of paper with push-button simplicity.

Three-way Paper Supply

The RP607Z offers two easy-to-use universal, front-loading cassettes, each with a capacity of 250 sheets.  The cassettes can be easily adapted to handle paper sizes ranging from 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" (B5) to 11" x 17" (A3).  An optional, rear-mounted Large Capacity Tray permits greater versatility and more efficient high-volume printing by holding up to 2,000 sheets of 8-1/2" x 11" (A4) paper.    An optional Guide Plate Kit permits printing of the front and back of a check of a single 3-2/3" x 17" sheet of paper.

Automatic Bi-modal Printing

Add the optional Bi-mode Unit, and the RP607Z automatically senses the type of film being used and sets the polarity accordingly.  The RP607Z automatically produces positive copies from both negative and positive microfilm images.  There's no guesswork and no need to change toner cartridges.

Compact Console Design

The RP607Z packs an astonishing amount of features into a very compact console-type design, yet remains simple to use and maintain.  All controls are ergonomically designed for effortless accessibility and operation, and prints are delivered up front, within easy reach of the operator.  The RP607Z also boasts an extra-wide screen that offers a clear view of an entire 11" x 17" (A3) or two side-by-side 8-1/2" x 11" (A4) pages.

Roll Film Carrier 21

The Minolta RC 21 Roll Film Carrier makes it more productive than ever to view a variety of microfilms.  Unlike other film carriers which require user adjustment when switching between ANSI and M-Type films, the RC 21 detects the cartridge type and adjusts automatically!  The versatile Minolta RC 21 provides high-speed automatic loading, feeding, and rewinding for ANSI, M-Type, and EK cartridge films.   And with the optional Open Reel Adapter Kit, you can view 16mm open reel film.

Universal Carrier UC-2

Designed to simplify the handling of microform, the UC-2 Universal Carrier accepts both 16/35mm open reel films and microfiche with equal ease.  There's no need to manually set up the take-up reel - simply insert the reel, feed the leader and press the Load button; the UC-2 does the rest automatically.  And switching from 16mm to 35mm is as easy as the touch of a single sliding lever.  The UC-2 will even lead you step by step through any procedure you wish to use.  Best of all, this ease of use costs nothing in terms of performance.  The UC-2 comes equipped with everything you need for fast, efficient, accurate film searching and viewing, including you film speeds for viewing, browsing and searching films at optimum speed.  The UC-2's Automatic Film End Detection function senses the end of a roll film and automatically reduces the winding speed to prevent film damage.  An optional four-digit odometer is also available for more efficient searching.

Universal Carriers UC-5 and UC-5M

The UC-5 and UC-5M are economical and versatile film transporters.   These roll carriers are designed to work with Minolta's leading line of universal plain-paper reader-printers.

Combining the functionality of a fiche carrier and a roll carrier, teh UC-5 and UC-5M provide film transportation for a variety of microforms.  Truly versatile, both support 16mm and 35mm open reel film, microfiche, aperture cards, and jackets.  With an optional adapter, 3M type cartridges can also be supported.

UC-5M has a motorized film transport that provides variable speed motor driven control.  This permits film searching and rewind at variable speeds, making it quick and simple to locate desired frames.  The UC-5, a manually operated universal carrier, provides an economical alternative for all of your microform needs.

The fiche component on both carriers permits viewing of microfiche, jackets and aperture cards.  The upper glass opens automatically for insertion of these microforms when the handle is pulled out.

Roll Film Carriers 15A and 15M

The RC15A/M Roll Film Carriers provide completely automatic, high-speed motorized loading and rewinding of 16mm ANSI (RC15A) or M-type (RC15M) cartridges - simply insert a cartridge, and the film automatically loads in seconds.  To rewind, simply press the Rewind button - the end of the film is automatically sensed and rewinding stopped before the film can be damaged.

Search, retrieval, printing and rewinding are all performed using the compact remote control unit.  A vertical scanning control permits highly precise positioning or centering of duplex images.

Roll Film Carrier 9B

The RC9B Roll Film Carrier lets you view either 16mm or 35mm open reel film without having to change carriers.  Film loading is easy and semi-automatic.   Rewinding is fully automatic and just the touch of a button away.  The RC9B Roll Film Carrier also offers automatic end-of-film sensing, full-function remote control, vertical scanning control, high-speed retrieval and variable speed film scanning.  An optional four-digit odometer is available for retrieving images from films without blip marks.

Roll Film Carrier 11

Versatile.  The RC11 accommodates a variety of roll microfilm formats, including 16mm and 35mm open reels, and M-type cartridges.   In addition, the RC11 easily interchanges with the other RP605Z carriers for "universal" applications needing both roll and flat film formats.

Full-Featured.  The combination of the RP605Z and the RC11 offers roll format users an unsurpassed selection of useful features.  A variable motor drive control permits numerous film speeds in either the forward or reverse direction.  Automatic film gate operation prevents film scratching during high speed transport.  Other RP605Z features such as automatic bi-mode, automatic frame masking and zoom lenses, combine with the RC11 to provide an outstanding range of user convenience.

Easy-To-Use. The compact RC11 mounts easily on the RP605Z. When changing from one format to another, operators simply slide the carrier into place and connect a single cable.  The unit is then ready for use.  Film threading is fast and easy. the RC11/RP605Z system was designed for user-friendly operation, even for beginners.

Fiche Carrier 5

With the FC5 Fiche Carrier, the RP607Z can handle microfiche, jackets and aperture cards.  The upper glass opens automatically when the carrier is pulled out for easy insertion of these microforms.

The MARS Controller-4

The Minolta MARS Controller-4 is a powerful tool that increases the speed and efficiency of the RP606Z's search, retrieval and printing functions.  An automatic, programmable control unit, the MARS Controller-4 offers an array of sophisticated functions that includes rapid paging, reverse-direction search and retrieval, 3-level search and retrieval (Block, Batch, Item), and reading of Image Management Code.  A variety of copying modes permits printing of a specific frame or an entire block or batch, a single frame in a series of batches, or from any item to any other item, and even continuous printing.  Frames can also be printing while browsing, and the pause at each frame can be set between 1 and 9 seconds per frame.

Moreover, a built-in RS-232C interface allows the MARS Controller-4 to be connected to various computers for downloading search and printing commands - either one at a time for immediate execution, or several at a time for later execution.  For even greater versatility, the RP606Z accepts the full set of industry-standard AIIM CAR (Computer Assisted Retrieval) commands as well as Minolta's exclusive Minolta CAR Command set.

The Mars Mini-2

The MARS Mini 2 is currently compatible with the Roll Film Carriers RFC 15A/15M and the RFC 21.  With this compatibility , a full range of Minolta Reader-Printers can easily be interfaced with the MARS Mini 2, for quick retrieval of microfilmed information.  The RP6055Z, RP606Z are fully compatible, in addition to the MS3000 microfilm scanner.

With the roll film carriers using off-gate blip detection, the MARS Mini 2 supports dual level retrieval for A Channel searching.  In addition, the MARS Mini Controller 2 has an odometer retrieval mode to aid in the retrieval of non-blipped film.  A standard RS 232C computer interface is incorporated for plug and play access to Computer Assisted Retrieval systems.  It also has a 256 byte on-line memory enabling memory functions to be incorporated in the frame retrieval process.

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