Core Functions & Cost Savings
- 4-in-1 Capability: Supports printing, copying, scanning, and faxing, and includes a 30-page Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) for multi-page scans/copies.
- Ultra-Low Printing Cost: Uses refillable ink tanks instead of cartridges. The included ink provides up to 8,100 pages in black and 6,500 pages in color, which Epson claims is enough for up to 3 years of typical use.
Performance & Connectivity
- Print Speed: Up to 10 pages/min (ISO standard) for monochrome and 5 pages/min for color.
- Connectivity: Supports Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet, and USB, and works with the Epson Smart Panel app and Apple AirPrint.
- Display: Features a 1.44-inch color LCD screen for easy operation.
Key Trade-offs
- Duplex Printing: It supports manual duplex printing only (you must flip the paper yourself); it does not have automatic double-sided printing.
Mercury 650VA: Entry-Level UPS
The Mercury 650VA is a compact, line-interactive Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) designed to provide backup power for basic electronics like routers, desktop PCs, and POS systems.
Power & Protection
- Capacity: Rated at 650VA / 390W with a power factor of 0.6.
- AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation): Built-in AVR stabilizes voltage fluctuations (input range approx. 140–300VAC) without switching to battery, protecting equipment from brownouts and surges.
- Backup Time: Provides roughly 10–18 minutes of runtime during a power outage, depending on the connected load.
Practical Features
- Design: Compact tower form factor with LED indicators and audible alarms for battery mode, low battery, and overload.
- Safety: Includes overload, short-circuit, and overcharge protection, plus auto-restart when mains power returns.
