If a picture is worth a thousand words, attention-getting color documents printed on the magicolor 5550 must be worth two thousand. 9600 x 600 dpi-class Photo ART quality and dynamic contone screening deliver photorealistic detail, smooth color gradients, and crisp text. ASIC-assisted dynamic contone screening optimizes color output by analyzing page elements and then automatically adjusting the color screens to provide the best possible printed image. Enhanced Automatic Image Density Control (eAIDC) further enhances prints by automatically calibrating the printers for optimal color quality and consistency. To meet the needs of high-volume printing environments, Konica Minolta has enhanced its signature polymerized toner. New Simitri HD toner features a lower-temperature fusing process that results in higher-quality output and lower energy consumption. Glossy Print mode delivers ultrafine image quality for photo printing while Economy Print mode provides economical draft printing by conserving toner on graphics and images while maintaining clear, sharp text.

The magicolor 5550 is up and running in minutes with pre-installed supplies and auto-run software that automatically detects the printer on the network and guides you through setup. Camera direct photo printing delivers photos on glossy photo stock up to 8.5" x 11", including standard 4" x 6" media, without a computer or special software. Direct-print PDF, JPEG, and TIFF files from a USB flash drive without a computer or special software when an optional compact flash card or hard disk is installed. The USB 1.1 Host Port used for camera direct and USB flash drive direct printing is conveniently located on the side of the printer control panel. The system administrator can easily lock the port so only approved staff members have access. An optional compact flash card or hard disk also provides additional storage for fonts, forms, and color profiles; electronic collation; direct PDF, JPEG, and TIFF printing; job accounting; and secure printing functions.