KX-MB271/781 copier/printer/scanner/fax review

videobruce · Joined: 13 Apr 2008 Posts: 7

Panasonic came out with this multifunction unit last fall. Office Deport was is selling it and had a two time promotion for $100 which is the cost of just the replecement drum. Shocked

(Yes, I did think about getting a 2nd one if nothing else for the drum, a starter cartridge and mostly for parts, but I didn't).

Pros;
1. Cost: copier, printer & scanner for $100 (271 version),
2. Compact size, low profile (compared to most others),
3. Three in one machine w/o the fax with the 271 (I didn't want or need),
4. Front input tray loading,
5. Document feeder (at reduced scan quality).

Cons;
1. Noisey,
2. No power switch,
3. Very hard to find replcement cartridge and drum,,
4. Expensive replacements (yes, that's where they make their $$),
5. USB connection is very sensistive to cable lenght. Transfer speed drops severly after 6 feet,
7. Front output trays flimsy plastic extensions are a accident waiting to happen. (see below),
8. High current consumption when running (800+ watts).

The biggest issue here is the lack of availability of replacement cartridges and drums and the cost. The cheapest I have been able to find is $47 for the cartridge and $87 for the drum (delivered)
I have been unable to find ANY bulk toner at all! Sad

Regarding the output tray, I cut a piece of cardboard to subsistute for the flip out extension to prevent it from breaking off. This works ok.

inkgirl · Joined: 18 Aug 2005 Posts: 393

Hello,

At this time we do not offer a compatible toner. Would you like to be notified as soon as it becomes available?

INKGIRL

videobruce · Joined: 13 Apr 2008 Posts: 7

Yes.

There must be toner for other Panasonic machines that would work. Hoe often do manufactures change their formulations?

inkgirl · Joined: 18 Aug 2005 Posts: 393

hello,

they really don't change formulas too much and so far there isn't any available on the market for your panasonic

inkgirl

videobruce · Joined: 13 Apr 2008 Posts: 7

Yes there is. On e-bay.
Someone is selling bulk toner in small bottles. I bought one and refilled a cartridge already.

inkgirl · Joined: 18 Aug 2005 Posts: 393

hello,

ok, thanks for the info, i will let our buyer know to check it out.

inkgirl