Does this type of printer exist?

Alien18

Alien18

Alien18

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Hi All,

I was wondering is there a printer that is an "All-in-one" (i.e. printer scanner copier) that also prints directly to CD/DVD? I want a new printer that can print direct on to printable DVDs/CDs but would like one that is also a scanner & copier.

If such a printer exists can anyone recommend one? If such a printer doesn't exist can someone recommend a fairly cheap printer that print direct on to DVDs/CDs please?

Many thanks in advance.
 
This printer sounds similar to one i used to have an R300 i think it was called, no scanner but does print on the CD's. I've no idea if things are still the same but all in one printers tended to be unreliable.

Epson Stylus Photo R220 Printer (PR-038-EP)
The Epson Stylus Photo R220 is the ideal home photo printing solution. Using Epson's unique Micro Piezo™ print head and 6 colour inks, it delivers exceptional results, quickly, easily and in variety of formats.

- Premium quality photos with Epson Micro Piezo™ print head
- Economical printing with 6 individual ink cartridges
- High definition images with up to 5760dpi**
- Long lasting borderless photos from 10 x 15cm to A4
- Personalise CDs/DVDs* by printing your own designs
- PC and Mac compatible with USB connectivity
- Get creative with easy to use software
- Epson Print Image Matching™ III for faithful photo reproduction

Note - USB Printer cable not included - available at extra cost here.


Full Specification

Price: £51.90 (£60.98 Including VAT at 17.5%)
 
Just came across this, pricier though.

Canon Pixma MP530 Multi-Function Printer/Scanner/Colour Copier/Fax (PR-056-CA)
This compact and complete multifunctional provides productive colour printing, faxing, copying and scanning. Get more features in one unit to cut down on your investment costs. Save on office space. A Super G3 modem transmits faxes at up to 3 seconds per page. Dialling is quick and simple as 40 coded speed dials store your regular numbers. The 150-page fax memory safely stores all incoming faxes if paper or ink runs out for printing out later. The built-in scanner has a 1200x2400dpi resolution for crisp and clear colour scans. A USB2.0 Hi-Speed interface speeds up image transfer to your PC. Print at up to 29ppm in mono and 19ppm in colour. Or print a 10x15cm borderless photo in approximately 51 seconds in Standard mode*. A copy speed of up to 28cpm in mono and 19cpm in colour adds to overall productivity.

- Print up to 29ppm mono, 19ppm colour
- Super G3 Fax, 40 coded speed dials
- 30-page ADF
- Two paper trays, Duplex & DVD/CD print
- Print quality max. 9600*x2400dpi
- 1200dpi scanning
- PictBridge-ready
- Single Ink

Note - USB Printer cable not included - available at extra cost here.


Full Specification

Price: £168.95 (£198.52 Including VAT at 17.5%)
 
Hi,

Thanks for your replies, I'll be having a look at these and comparing reviews. I'll let you know which i eventually pick (if i go for the pricier one I might have to save up for an extra month though).
 
Can i ask why you want it to be combined with the scanner? If it's for making the covers for the disc's *for friends* there are so much better and higher quality ways.
 
The only reason i want a combined one is purely to save space. I want to be able to print direct to disc because between me and my mates we take a lot of photos and videos I put CD/DVD compilations together and would like to start designing covers for them.

The reason I want a scanner is because I simply want one. There have been a few occasions lately where having the ability to scan in documents/photos would have come in handy.

Many thanks for the advice on the Canon.
 
I've had Epson's in the past and they were all crap (that's not to say they haven't improved now). I have a Canon now and it's excellent.
 
Sorry for the double post but...

Just noticed *** Canon MP500 at around £122 (incVAT). Other than the lack of fax (not important) and the extra paper tray I can't see a massive difference. It prints to DVDs and CDs and is a scanner/copier.

Anyone got any advice/experience with this model?
 
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