Canon PIXMA G3400: reviews, specs. Canon MFPs

An affordable and simultaneously functional multiplying, scanning and printing device of the middle class is the Canon Pixma G3400. Reviews about it, its technical characteristics, as well as software features will be discussed in detail in our review.

The niche of this universal device

The Canon Pixma G3400 multifunction printers are oriented to a large enough volume of the printing and printing equipment market. Reviews indicate that it can even often be found in copying or duplicating centers. And this is a perfectly logical explanation: a monthly limit of 6000-7000 pages allows this device in such conditions to reveal its real potential. But also successfully such MFP can be used in offices as a small (up to 20 workplaces with computers), and the average level (up to 50 desktops with a PC). Another possible area of use of the hero of this review is home conditions. Even partially cover the workflow within a large company can be done with the help of the G3400. As a result, in practically any segment of the market of printing and multiplying devices, one can meet the hero of this survey material.

List of equipment

Very and quite good bundle in the Canon Pixma G3400. Reviews highlight in it the presence of an interface cable to connect to the computer. пошла по пути экономии и исключает из базовой комплектации такой важный аксессуар. For example, the same Epson went on the path of saving and excludes from the basic configuration such an important accessory. So, the list of supplies of this MFP includes this:

• Multifunction device that can perform the functions of copier, scanner and printer.

• о котором было сказано ранее. Interface USB cable, which was mentioned earlier.

• A cord for connecting to the power network, through which the power supply of the MFP is organized.

• Warranty card.

• Manual.

• Various advertising booklets about the products of this manufacturer.

• Disk with software.

• Tanks for ink that are installed in the MFP.

This set is typical for any Canon MFP. The only thing that is surely missing is the jar of ink. They will have to be bought separately. Again, it is recommended to take the original products, and not licensed. Otherwise, you can spoil the print head, repair of which is not such a cheap pleasure. Especially since the consumption of ink in this device is not that big - one such kit will last for a long time.

Technology of obtaining prints

A set of 4 types of liquid ink forms the basis of the printing system on which the Canon Pixma G3400 Inkjet MFP is based. One of them is pigmented and is used in the main mode of black and white printing. The container for it has an increased capacity, it can only fill black ink. The other three types of ink are based on dyes and have the color yellow, purple and blue. The containers have a reduced volume, these inks are only used when a color document is output.

Interface set

Excellent list of supported interfaces in Canon Pixma G3400. The reviews highlight the existence of two main ways to connect to this MFP. в исполнении Hi-Speed. One of them is Hi-Speed USB . In this case, this multifunction device connects to a computer that performs the functions of a print server. использование которого позволяет превратить этот МФУ в самостоятельный принт-сервер. But there is an alternative way to connect wi-fi , the use of which allows you to turn this MFP into a standalone print server. Also in the latter case it is possible to print not only from usual stationary computers, but from various mobile devices (smartphones, tablets and even tablets).

Resolution Characteristics

Virtually nothing in terms of resolution from photo printers is not different Canon's Pixma G3400. For print mode, its maximum value is set to 4800 X1200. This is enough to get high-quality photos. As most experts note, it is better in this case to use for this purpose a paper carrier with a glossy coating. When copying, the maximum resolution is set at 600X1200. This restriction comes from the scanner's sensor, and when you receive a digital copy of the document on the PC, a similar resolution will be set. The size of the drop in the highest resolution mode corresponds to 2 pl. And on this important parameter the hero of this article is only slightly inferior to photo printers, for which this value is equal to 1.5 pl.

The sizes of pages on which printing is possible

The "A4" page is the main paper size for the Canon Pixma G3400. A review of the technical specifications of this peripheral device indicates that even in such a relatively large format, it is possible in this case to print without borders. и В5. Also in the list of the main formats in this case is Letter, Legal, A5 and B5. Photos this MFP can print in such sizes: 10X15, 13X18 and even 20X25. In addition to this, there is also the possibility of outputting a printed document in an arbitrary format. To do this, you only need to set the paper sizes in the software to the printer and correctly set the sheet in the tray.

The speed of the printing system

A good performance on the background of similar devices can boast a Canon Pixma G3400 printer. A little less than nine pages, he can output in monochrome and in normal quality. If you print in color, then the performance will drop even further and amount to five quality pages per minute. Well, to print one photo with 13X18 dimensions with increased quality and detail, this universal solution will have to spend about 60 seconds.

Software and its features

A rather interesting approach from the software standpoint is realized in the Canon Pixma G3400 MFP. At the level of personal computers there is support for only two types of operating systems. One of them is "Windows". может быть проинсталлировано на ХР с SP3 или более поздние версии этого популярного системного софта. The G3400 software can be installed on XP with SP3 or later versions of this popular system software. The second kind of operating system in this case is Mac OS. In this case, the drivers can be installed on the OS version 10.7.5 or later. не поддерживаются и не могут успешно функционировать с G3400. But such common enough system products like Linux or UNIX are not supported and can not function successfully with the G3400. But also the availability of wi-fi allows direct printing from the mobile devices to the product considered within the framework of this material. от Apple и "Виндовс РТ" от компании «Майкрософт». In this case, there is support for three most popular software platforms: "Android" from "Google", iOS from Apple and "Windows Windows" from Microsoft.

Cost

Like any other Canon MFP, the solution discussed in this material has comparable technical specifications and cost. The price for this universal device is 12,000 rubles. Given the technical specifications, such a cost is fully justified and really justified. Undoubtedly, a multifunctional device bundled with a system of NPCs, high speed and support for Wi-Fi is certainly not worth it. Moreover, this decision applies to middle-class products, and this cost is justified in this case.

Owners opinion

The Canon Pixma G3400 is very balanced and almost perfect. The reviews highlight the presence of a wireless interface, a low-noise system, high speed, excellent print quality (both in monochrome and in color), democratic cost and minimal costs for consumables. All this in the sum does not leave any chances to direct competitors of this product. To this also need to add a sufficiently large possible monthly volume of printed pages. All this allows us to use this universal solution in almost all possible cases: copy centers and print-centers, small and medium-sized offices, in large companies and at home. Also to all this, you need to add the possibility of creating on the basis of such a multifunctional device a full-fledged print server that can function without connecting to the PC's system unit. The downside is in this case alone, and it is associated with the software. . Like other manufacturers of multiplying devices and printing equipment, the hero of this article can not boast of the availability of drivers for Linux or UNIX . Alas, the manufacturers of such equipment for some reason ignore such a system software.

Results

Indeed, a multifunctional mid-level device Canon Pixma G3400 has turned out to be phenomenal. Reviews highlight its versatility. In fact, due to one decision, this manufacturer managed to block most of the market of printing and multiplying devices. On the one hand, it has a fairly modest cost, and on the other - excellent technical specifications. All this allows almost everywhere to use this MFP.