The following table describes the differences between MP C307/C407 and C306/C406 series:
Items | MP C307/C407 | MP C306/C406 | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mainframe | |||
| Controller | 16S | 15S | |
| OCR | Improvement on OCR performance | - | |
| Higher Yield Toner | Supported (only for C407) | Not available | |
| Air Print | Supported | Not available | Installation of USB options is required for using this. |
| Smart Apps UI | Supported | Not available | |
Exit and inverter | DCSOL switching + double clutch method | Rotary SOL switching method | |
| ADF set sensor | Hanging shape of the detection feeler | - | |
Auto remote firmware update (ARFU) | Supported from the initial production | Supported from the middle of mass production | |
PM parts list menu | Available Printing and display of a PM counters list is available. | Not available | |
| Laser unit | Adjustment is not required after replacing. | Adjustment is required after replacing. | |
| Options | |||
| Platen cover | Not available | Available by option | |
ADF | SPDF (Standard) The CIS of back reading has been added. This requires adjustment when replacing of the CIS unit or SPDF. | ARDF (ARDF DF1040) Adjustment is not required after replacing. | |
Paper Feed Unit |
| PB1080 | PB1080TE is PFU which can be locked with a key. |
1 Bin Tray | BN1030 | BN1020 | |
| IEEE 802.11a/g/n Interface Unit | Type M19 | Type M2 | Only for NA/EU/AA |
IEEE 1284 Interface Board
| Type M19 | Type A | |
| Bluetooth Interface Unit | Not available | Type D | |
| Page Keeper | Type M28 | Not available | Only for NA/EU |
| Camera Direct Print Card | Type M26 | Type M13 | |
| PostScript3 Unit | Available by option (Type M28) | Standard | PS3 will be offered as an option, as MP C307/C407 is implemented of the PDF/PS clone standard. For more details, please refer to PPLI. |
| XPS Direct Print Option | Type M28 | Type M13 | |
| USB Device Server Option | Type M19 | Type M12 | Only for NA/EU/AA/KOR |
| Extended USB Board | Type M19 | Not available | |
| Fax Option | Type M28 | Type M13 | |
| Fax Connection Unit | Type M28 | Type M13 | |
| File Format Converter | Type M19 | Type E | |
| Data Overwrite Security | Type M19 | Type I | |