The Copystar CS 2030 is a well-built copier that has the multi-function capability that all businesses require in today’s technology dependent world. The CS 2030 is another in the long line of efficient but sturdy copiers produced by Copystar, the MFP division of Kyocera Mita America.
As a basic unit, the CS 2030 is a digital copier capable of digitally storing an original document and printing it multiple times. This allows for noise-reduction, but more importantly helps preserve and shield original documents from the wear and tear of older model copiers. In fact, the CS 2030 can continuously copy up to 250 pages automatically
As for specifications, the CS 2030 comes with a standard copier memory of 64 MB RAM and can produce an impressive volume of up to 30,000 pages per month. Furthermore, it has two paper drawers that each has a paper capacity of 250—along with a multi-purpose tray that can hold an additional 50 pages. Copystar claims that the CS 2030 can print 20 pages a minute—however, consumers should remember that this number refers specifically to pages printed in black-and-white.
The CS 2030 advertises a warm-up time of 30 seconds and a first-copy time of about 5.5 seconds. The consumer would be pleasantly surprised to find out that these figures are fairly accurate in practice.
In terms of digital resolution, the CS 2030 offers a crisp 600 dpi to its users. It also has a copy ratio from 50% to 200%—in this new era of digital copiers this ratio is industry standard. The copier, while advanced, is not cutting-edge, as can be seen from its ability to print in grayscale and not color ink, as some businesses might require.
The Copystar CS 2030 really starts to become attractive when considering the array of options that are offered. The CS 2030 is modular in design, allowing it to be easily fitted with a printer and fax-machine, making the CS 2030 an MFP that most offices would look to buy. As this standalone digital copier can be converted in to a fully functional network-connected printer/scanner/fax machine, it is ideal for a smaller workgroup or a division of an office.
The optional printer comes with an upgradeable 8 MB memory and is compatible with PC’s and Mac’s. The fax machine capability uses the industry-standard Super-G3 Laser Fax, making the machine ready for everyday faxing. The optional scanner is also fairly standard, as is an Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) allowing for increased productivity.
The Copystar CS 2030 is a solid digital copier. However, its true quality is unveiled when it is converted into an easy-to-use multi-purpose copier/fax-machine/scanner, which is ideal for most small business units.
