Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One Printer

by Kodak

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 21.5 x 9.8 x 20 inches ; 23 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 23 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001GIK07I
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: 1252972
• Average Customer Review: 1.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (230 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 14, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Save on average $110 a year on ink, based on as few as 4 pages a day³ with the KODAK ESP 7 All-in-One Printer. Welcome to a more effortless way to wirelessly print, copy, and scan photos and documents for less. Kodak has combined the latest in printing technology with high-quality affordable pigment-based inks to create the KODAK ESP 7 All-in-One Printer. Print fast and smart, and save on average $110 a year on ink, based on as few as 4 pages a day³. Plus, get the most out of your home network with Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity. It's time for your printer to go wireless, for less.

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Product Details

Maximum Sizes Print photos up to 8.5 in. x 11 in. and documents up to 8.5 in. x 14 in. Copy photos and documents up to 8.5 in. x 11 in. Scan up to 8.5 in. x 11.7 in. Maximum Speeds Print 4 in. x 6 in. photos in 29 seconds5 32 ppm black, 30 ppm color2 9600 DPI high resolution color photo print option8 CIS optical scanner 1200 dpi @ 24 bit Copy Speed (draft): 25/25 cpm9 (black/color)

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Features and Benefits Increase your productivity and flexibility with secure Wi-Fi printing or use the built-in Ethernet connection to get the most out of your home computer network In as little as 29 seconds5 you can print KODAK Lab Quality 4 x 6 Borderless Photos that last a lifetime4 Print documents fast — up to 32 pages per minute in black and 30 pages per minute in color2 The most intelligent paper tray system in the consumer inkjet printing industry — settings automatically adjust for document or photo paper. Dedicated photo paper tray automatically detects paper width to support various paper sizes; e.g., 4 x 6, 4 x 7 HD (16:9 ratio) and 5 x 7. Sensor automatically detects amount of paper in tray before printing Built-in duplexer for two-sided printing Large 3 in. color LCD display plus memory card and USB slots let you view, crop and print without a computer High-quality CIS scanner will quickly scan documents or multiple pictures simultaneously Easy to Use The KODAK ESP 7 All-in-One Printer comes with a convenient 2-cartridge, 6-ink system. It also has a large 3 in. color LCD, memory card and USB slots, and a one-touch color copy feature that makes it easy to print with or without a computer. Powerful Performance (Accessories not included.) With a dedicated photo tray, you can print KODAK Lab Quality 4 x 6 in. borderless photos that last a lifetime4 in as little as 29 seconds5. And you can print crisp, sharp documents fast — up to 32 pages per minute in black and 30 pages per minute in color2. In fact, it has the most intelligent paper tray system in the consumer inkjet printing industry, which automatically adjusts settings for document or photo paper. Double-sided printing easier than ever thanks to the built-in duplexer. You'll also be able to scan documents and photos up to 8.5 x 11.7 in., scan and edit your documents with optical character recognition6, and scan multiple pictures simultaneously — the KODAK All-in-One Printer Software creates separate image files automatically. It also helps you make great pictures even better by reducing the appearance of blemishes and enhancing facial features6. Backed by KODACOLOR Technology When you want prints that can take anything life throws at them, look to the name you know and trust. When you own a KODAK ESP 7 All-in-One Printer you're getting 100+ years of KODAK Image Science and a combination of our exclusive pigment-based inks, microporous papers, and a high-speed printing system that generates brilliant, crisp documents and photos that last a lifetime4. Kodak Achieved "Best in Class" Rating for Print Performance7 Kodak's high-quality pigment-based inks and photo papers have achieved by far the best overall print permanence ratings of any consumer inkjet printer system tested by WIR, regardless of manufacturer. The inks also have very good ozone, humidity, and water resistance, even on plain paper. (Based on independent third party print permanence ozone testing on microporous photo papers, May 2009.) Kodak Received Highest Marks in Water/Stain Fastness7 KODAK Photo Paper had the highest marks among leading consumer printers, including complete water submersion. Plus KODAK Prints dry instantly so they won't smear or smudge when using KODAK Ink and Photo Papers. What's in the Box KODAK ESP 7 All-in-One Printer, KODAK Black Ink Cartridge, KODAK Color Ink Cartridge, Paper Sample Pack, KODAK USB Printer Cable, Power supply, Adapter cord, Startup Guide, KODAK EASYSHARE Software, and KODAK All-in-One Printer Software Warranty Product – one year from purchase (with proof of purchase) or 13 months from date of manufacture Printhead – one year from purchase (with proof of purchase) or 13 months from date of manufacture Ink Cartridges – one year from purchase (with proof of purchase) This warranty does not cover empty or refilled cartridges, or cartridges that have been tampered with or misused. Kodak's sole obligation in the event of defects in materials, workmanship or packaging is to provide a comparable replacement product. To return a cartridge, see store of original purchase. If outside store policy, contact Kodak support. In no event shall Kodak be liable for any indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages.

One-touch color copy without a computer. (Accessories not included.)

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Which Printer Is Right For You?
Save on average $110 a year on ink, based on as few as 4 pages a day³ with any KODAK ESP All-in-One Printer.

ESP 9

ESP 7

ESP 5250

ESP 3250

Copying

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Scanning

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Faxing

Yes

No

No

No

Display

Yes 3.0 in. LCD

Yes 3.0 in. LCD

Yes 2.4 in. LCD

Yes 1.5 in. LCD

Wi-Fi

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

iPhone / iPod touch / BLACKBERRY  printing

No

No

Yes10

No

BLUETOOTH Wireless Technology

Optional

Optional

No

No

Two-sided printing

Automatic with duplexer

Automatic with duplexer

Manual

Manual

Automatic Document Feeder

Yes

No

No

No

Black print speed

Up to 32 ppm2

Up to 32 ppm 2

Up to 30 ppm 2

Up to 30 ppm 2

Color print speed

Up to 30 ppm 2

Up to 30 ppm 2

Up to 29 ppm 2

Up to 29 ppm 2

Photo Print Speed

28 sec/print5

28 sec/print5

29 sec/print5

29 sec/print5

Photo tray

Yes

Yes

No

No

Auto-detect media

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Memory Card Reader

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

USB ports

1 USB Host Port & USB Device Port (1.1/2.0)

1 USB Host Port & USB Device Port (1.1/2.0)

1 (back)

1 (back)

Weight

21.9 lbs

18.7 lbs

14.0 lbs

14.0 lbs

Dimensions

17.5 x 10.0 x 17.0 in.

17.5 x 7.4 x 17.0 in.

16.6 x 11.8 x 6.9 in.

16.6 x 11.8 x 6.9 in.

ESP 9 All-in-One Printer

ESP 7 All-in-One Printer

ESP 5250 All-in-One Printer

ESP 3250 All-in-One Printer

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Disclaimers

1) As compared to leading consumer inkjet printers' total ink load replacement costs using manufacturers' recommended ink cartridges; excludes printers that use only one cartridge. Based on independent third party cartridge pricing survey data obtained Sept. 2009. 2) Based on fastest document print mode using WINDOWS OS-based PCs that meet recommended system requirements. Actual results may vary. 3) Results based on average ink costs of leading consumer inkjet printers using average annual print volumes of 150 4x6 in. color photos (printed on KODAK Ultra Premium Paper, glossy finish & highest quality photo papers from other manufacturers), 800 black text pages and 550 mixed color graphic pages, using standard cartridges available in single-quantity pricing (i.e., no multi-packs, high-capacity, combo packs, value packs or special promotions). Actual results may vary, for more information visit kodak.com/go/inkdata. 4) Using KODAK Ultra Premium and KODAK Premium Photo Papers. Under all common consumer display and storage environments. Based on testing by Wilhelm Imaging Research (WIR). 5) Based on fastest document print mode and borderless 4x6 photos using KODAK Photo Paper, Studio Gloss, and using WINDOWS OS-based PCs that meet recommended system requirements. Actual results may vary. 6) Not available on MACINTOSH OS. 7) Kodak's high-quality pigment inks and photo papers have achieved by far the best overall print permanence ratings of any consumer inkjet printer system tested by WIR, regardless of manufacturer. The inks also have very good ozone, humidity, and water resistance, even on plain paper. 8) Color ink droplets to be placed with a horizontal pitch of 1/9600 inch at minimum. Resolution may vary based on printer driver settings. 9) Maximum copies per minute. 10) Compatible with iPhone (with OS 2.2 or later) and iPod touch (2nd generation). May not be available on all BLACKBERRY Smartphone models. © Kodak 2010. KODAK, ESP, and KODACOLOR are trademarks. Product specifications subject to change without prior notice. All images are simulated.

Product Description

Printer, all in one, kodak ESP-7,

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

239 of 246 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Be careful - can be great out of box.....then, April 4, 2009

By 

sassynstl (St. Louis) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One Printer (Office Product)

In order to keep my sanity, I disconnected this machine that was built by Kodak as an experiment on how much it takes to drive the poor purchaser insane. I'd donate it, but wouldn't sleep at night. Bought new 3/09, failed 5/09, replacement sent by Kodak 6/09.....received and disconnected 6/09. Want it?

Be careful in purchasing this. Setup was a breeze.

I thought it was a little strange when the black print would suddenly disappear. Problem solved by "cleaning printhead". Ok, must have done this several times a week.

Now, on the last cartridge install, the printer will not recognize the new cartrige. Will not print. OK, must be a bad cartridge, nope.

Chat with Kodak. After a lengthy time, it was determined that my printhead was bad. This printer is only two months old. Granted they are sending me a new one.

So, I ask whatever his name is, what the lifespan on the printheads is. His reply is 6 months. Oh goody. Printer is now going to die every couple of months needing a printhead.

Also - don't be fooled by ink savings. This sucker sucks them down.

All in all - I'm going back to my HP. A ton less aggrevating.

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Update - received new print head from Kodak, and printer still will not recognize the cartridges. Kodak is now sending another printer (I hope).

Please, please think carefully before you buy this. Read the reviews. Hesitate on those 5 star ones that are written quickly. Like previously said, worked great for a while, then realized what a piece of junk it truly is.

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Update to update....Well here we are in June 09. I still don't have the replacement printer from Kodak. After spending over an hour on chat and phone, they finally agree they received my piece of junk back and are sending a "new" one. Well, got the order via email and they are attempting to send a "certified refurbished". I didn't buy a refurbished printer, I bought a new piece of junk. If I'm going to get a piece of junk back at least it should be new and not a refurbished.

Customer Service also has a 1 star (or zero if I could). This is now going on two months and I still do not have a printer, as mine was received back to Kodak over 2 weeks ago without them sending the replacement until I called and spent MORE time dealing with this garbage.

175 of 186 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great printer, November 7, 2008

By 

R. Stoddard "trainlover" (South Carolina) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One Printer (Office Product)

I have really enjoyed this printer. I had wanted a printer that had wireless capability for a few years. I opened the box and had it installed on my wireless network in about 30 minutes using the wireless network installation wizard that comes with the printer. I'm not a wireless whiz; just an average guy who can follow instructions. I think you will be very hard to impossible to find another printer with the same features for the price. I particularly like the ability to print from my laptop anywhere I am using it-whether I am in the house or enjoying the back patio. The Home Center software that you install with it puts a status monitor in the system tray. When you click to open it, it will tell you the ink levels AND the paper levels in the printer. It also displays the same ink and paper level screen when you submit a print job. By doing this, you can always keep tabs on how much paper is in the printer remotely. You can tell before you start to print if you have enough paper so you don't have to constantly check on the paper level at the printer. I don't know of any other wireless printer that gives you this information.
I do recommend using Kodak Premium and Ultra-Premium photo paper if you are printing photographs. These papers have a code on them that is read by the printer for optimal printing performance. The output using these papers is of lab quality. I compared the colors of the printout to my computer screen and they are the same. I have tested this printer against my previous HP printer for printing photographs and the printed results from the ESP 7 beat my HP prints. If you use another brand of photo paper, the results are disappointing.
For everyday printing on standard paper, it prints very sharp and cript with good color rendition also. It even comes with a built in duplexor so you can print on both the front and back of the same sheet of paper (like when you read a book) to save paper when printing if you desire to do so.
So is it the perfect printer? No. Some things that I have noticed is the paper output tray is also the same lid that covers both the regular paper and photo trays. While the lid is great to keep dust and dirt from the paper tray, you will have to remove any printed pages and lift the lid to put in more paper. Secondly, if you want to print on an envelope, you will have to remove any existing 8.5 X 11 paper from the standard paper tray and put the envelope in the tray and then slide the paper guides to hold the envelop in place. If you print a lot of envelopes, you may get tired of having to remove the paper first. If the printer is just powered on or is awakened from sleep mode, the printer can be loud at times making lots of noises prior to printing.
I switched from HP printers to save ink and I have to say it as advertised. I was paying close to $70 to refill my HP printer with ink and that was just for b&w and color. For printing photographs, it took a 3rd cartridge which ran the cost even higher. Now I can purchase a b&w and color cartridge for about $25 total and do not need a separate cartridge for photographic printing. For the money one would think that it would not print as many pages as the HP. I have not found this to be true. So with this printer I save money on ink, save money on paper by printing on both sides, and I get great printouts. It's been a dream come true.

67 of 75 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great All-in-One for the home, October 28, 2008

By 

Bruce E "BruceE" (Sunnyside, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kodak ESP 7 All-in-One Printer (Office Product)

We have five computers on our home network (two Windows XP and three Windows Vista) and this printer was easily installed on all. The wireless network connection was simple to configure. The software works well with some preference adjustments. Print quality is very good and, this was a big selling point for me, the Kodak ink cartridges are VERY reasonably priced. I give this product a qualified five star rating as its durability is still an unknown.

January 25, 2009 update: The printer stopped printing black. It's probably a printhead problem and Kodak will ship a replacement head for free (when it's back in stock!). It seems others have had this problem. The print jobs performed prior to this problem have been excellent. Hopefully, the new printhead, when it does arrive, will restore the ESP7's performance.

April 2, 2009 update: We received the replacement printhead back in early February and that solved the printing problem. Now the upper tray occasionally jams and we have to jiggle it a bit to get the printer to cycle on. However, otherwise the printer performs exceptionally well.