Pentax have unveiled the Pocket Jet 3 Series of mobile printers, with 300dpi printing available on the PocketJet 3 Plus model. Measuring just 10.04 inches wide and weighing less than one pound, the new series of printers will offer high quality text and graphics, rather than photo quality prints. The printers can accommodate letter, legal, or A4 width paper.

Pentax USA Press Release

January 24, 2005

PENTAX EXPANDS MOBILITY PRINTER LINE WITH POCKETJET 3 SERIES:

Latest Mobile Printers Feature Usability and Functionality Enhancements

Golden, CO. (January 24, 2005)…PENTAX Imaging Company, a leading worldwide provider of rugged mobile printers, has introduced the PocketJet 3 and 3 Plus portable printers to its product line. With more than ten years of mobile printing market expertise, PENTAX designed the PocketJet 3 family of printers to support mobile professionals who require highly reliable devices in rugged environmental settings such as sales automation, field service, public safety, utilities, insurance, federal, military as well as business travel.

“Mobility is vital for today’s workforce,” said Connie Albright, senior product manager for mobility products.  “PENTAX is committed to offering unsurpassed quality and innovative products that will contribute to the success and productivity of our customers.”

The current PENTAX PocketJet II and 200 printers are standards for the mobile work force, while the PocketJet 3 printers offer a new generation of quality with increased rugged durability.  Measuring just 10.04 inches wide and weighing less than one pound, the extremely dependable full-page printers produce crisp, high quality text and graphics without ink, mess, or hassles.

New features and functionality in the PocketJet 3 printer family include:

Built-in USB and IrDA
High powered, long lasting battery with internal battery charger for constant charging
ESC/P emulation has been added to the existing Raster image
User friendly indicator lights to tell about the current status of the printer
Friendly user defined configuration
Flash upgradeable or application customization
Nearly unlimited OS compatibility
Exceptional quality print with 200dpi printing on the PocketJet 3
High Resolution (300 dpi) imaging in the PocketJet 3 Plus

The Pentax PocketJet 3 suggested list price will be $349.00, while the PocketJet 3 Plus (300 dpi) will be $450.00. Both models are available now in volume.  Reseller distribution information is available from the PENTAX sales department at 1-800-543-6144.  These products also are available at the mobile products on-line store located at www.pentaxtech.com.

PENTAX Imaging Company is an innovative leader in the production of mobile printers, scanners, digital and film cameras, sport optics, lenses, and internet cameras.  For more than 80 years, PENTAX technology has developed durable, reliable products that meet the needs of consumers and businesses.  PENTAX Imaging Company is a division of PENTAX of America, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of PENTAX Corporation of Japan. 

PENTAX is a trademark of PENTAX Corporation.