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KYOCERA Mita America Continues to Broaden Digital Imaging Systems Portfolio with 25-page per Minute Desktop Digital MFP

The KM-2550 provides superior performance, standard network print and industry leading 300,000 drum yield at one of the most competitive prices in its class

Fairfield, New Jersey – October 12, 2004 - Kyocera Mita America, one of the world's leading document imaging companies, today introduced the KM-2550 digital imaging system. This feature-rich device joins the recently launched KM-1650, KM-1815 and KM-2050, complementing Kyocera’s complete line of cost-effective digital imaging solutions for workgroups and small offices.

With fast 25 page per minute output, the KM-2550 incorporates an extensive list of standard features intended to increase the productivity of any office environment. The KM-2550 was engineered with an industry leading 300,000 amorphous silicon drum yield for long lasting productivity and reduced downtime for schedule preventive maintenance. In addition, the device includes two 300-sheet paper drawers, a 50 sheet multi-purpose tray (MPT), 64MB of standard print and copy memory (upgradeable to 256MB for copy, 320MB for print), electronic and rotate sort, scan to e-mail (PDF, TIFF), scan to file (PC/Mac) and TWAIN scanning.

“Our goal is to provide high performing, reliable solutions that offer the customer immediate cost-savings without sacrificing quality,” said William Cassidy, product manager, monochrome MFPs. “With the introduction of the KM-2550, end-users will enjoy a product that boasts a best in class drum yield, which may last virtually the life of the product – no one in the industry has this distinct advantage.”

Standard network print is driven by a best in class PowerPC750/300 MHz processor and Fast 1200 dpi print resolution. The KM-2550 supports major page description languages, including Kyocera’s PRESCRIBE, PCL 6 (XL, 5e) and KPDL3. Additionally, the device can include the optional scan system and Super G3/Network fax system, which allows users to send and receive faxes from their desktop.

The device also offers an impressive list of options, including a 50-sheet document processor, stackless duplex, internal finisher and a job separator. The KM-2550 accepts 16 to 28 lb Bond via the drawers and 13 lb Bond to 90 lb Index via the multi purpose tray.

KM-2550 Product Information:
The KM-2550 digital MFP is available through authorized Kyocera dealers with pricing starting at $4,845 (MSRP). The unit measures 22.6" (W) x 23.3" (D) x 23.9" (H) and weighs approximately 120 pounds. Additional products for the workgroup, include the KM-1650 for $2,995, the KM-1815 for $1,170 and the KM-2050 priced at $3,545 (MSRP).

ABOUT KYOCERA MITA AMERICA
Kyocera Mita America, Inc. (www.kyoceramita.com/us), headquartered in Fairfield, N.J., is one of the world’s largest manufacturers and leading providers of computer-connectable peripherals, including network-ready digital copiers/printers, laser printers, color copiers/printers, digital laser facsimiles, and multifunctional and wide format imaging solutions. Kyocera Mita America, Inc. is a group company of Kyocera Corporation, the world’s leading developer and manufacturer of advanced ceramics and associated products, including telecommunications equipment, semiconductor packages and electronic components. Kyocera Corporation’s consolidated net revenues totaled $11 billion during the year ended March 31, 2004.