Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug)
Touted as, "the fastest disc publishers in the world", Primera's line of Bravo 4100 Series disc printers is highly sought after. The Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug) has 2 drives for burning CD-R and DVD-R recordable discs. The 4102 can print 150 discs in as little of 1 hour, significantly more than the competition. In addition, the device also features a Lexmark inkjet printer that creates 4800 dpi graphics for professionally designed discs that look as good as they sound.
The burner features disc picking and transport robotics that are fast and reliable - delivering 300% faster robotics than previous Primera models. The belt drive system provides for smooth, quiet operation. When discs are done burning and printing, they are automatically outputted through the front of printer, making less work for the person doing the burning. Another thoughtful and convenient feature for the operator is the built-in blue LED lighting. Aside from illuminating the inner workings of the burner, this light also pulses when supplies are running low and blinks when an error condition is reported. No matter where the operator is in the room, they'll know of the status of the job being printed.
The Bravo 4100 series printers come with Primera's PTPublisher software - for both Mac and Windows computers. Primera boasts that this software takes "just minutes instead of hours" to learn. You pick the type of job you wish to perform - data, video, audio - and match it with a print file. Then, you hit 'go' and you're burning! The publisher series also features SureThing software for Windows and DiscCover software for Mac. Both are built-in design programs that help you create text, graphics, place photos and backgrounds and more on your discs. This software even allows for printing as far into the middle of the discs as you desire.
- Bravo 4101 AutoPrinter
- 100-disc capacity with one recording drive
- Blazingly Fast Printing and Robotics
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Bravo 4100-Series are easily the fastest desktop disc printers and publishers in the world today. At just six (6) seconds to print each disc with 100% coverage in near-perfect quality, you'll be stunned at how fast your jobs will now get completed.
In fact, Bravo 4100-Series is up to 20 times faster than competitors for similar print quality, making them the fastest desktop disc printers and publishers in the world.
Disc picking and transport robotics have both been optimized for speed, too. A rock-solid and reliable new belt drive system is utilized to deliver 300% faster robotics than previous models. The belt drive system also gives you smoother and quieter operation
- Separate Ink Cartridges for Lower Cost-Per-Disc
- Bravo 4100-Series is Primera's first disc printer to offer separate ink cartridges for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black (CMYK). This lets you replace only the color(s) that need replenishing; saving you money on every disc you print. This is especially true if you use more of one color on your discs than another
- Professional-Quality Printing
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The built-in, high-resolution inkjet printing is powered by Lexmark, a world leader in printing technology. With up to 4800 dpi quality, it has the highest printing resolution available from any manufacturer of disc printers and publishers
Combine this ultra high resolution printing with Primera's TuffCoat with WaterShield CDs and DVDs and you'll get the most professional looking discs. TuffCoat with WaterShield discs are highly water, scratch, and smudge resistant. They also have a gorgeous, high-gloss finish unlike anything you've probably ever seen before. Virtually all other brands of inkjet-printable optical media are also supported
- Getting the Discs Out
- In applications such as medical imaging and audio/video-on-demand it is imperative that discs are dispensed out the front of the unit. On Bravo 4100-Series, it's an automatic, built-in feature. On some competitive units you have to manually open a door or a drawer every time - a huge inconvenience if you're doing it all day long
- The Most Illuminating Feature
- The built-in blue LED lighting not only helps you see what's going on inside, but pulses when supplies are getting low and blinks on/off if an error condition is reported. You'll always know the status of your jobs whether you're sitting next to the unit or standing on the other side of the room
- Powerful Software that's Easy to Use
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Using the Bravo 4100-Series is as easy as printing to any office printer. Primera's PTPublisher Software has won critical acclaim for its simple, wizard-style interface. Training new operators takes just minutes instead of hours.
Simply choose the type of job you want to perform (data, video, audio, etc.), match with a print file, and press "GO." It's that easy!
Built-in disc design software called SureThing Primera Edition (Windows) or DiscCover (Mac) lets you place photos, backgrounds, text and graphics anywhere on the disc, including as far into the middle of the disc as you wish - a major limitation with other brands of disc publishers
- Built-In Apps
- Extra built-in software applications include: PTRip: robotically "RIPs" your personal music CDs and loads them into Apple iTunes for iPhone, iPod, and iPod Touch or Microsoft Media Player PTBackUp: automatic, scheduled back-ups of your files to CDs, DVDs or Blu-ray Discs PTProtect: prevents unauthorized duplication of your valuable DVD video files. Three free protections are included
- Integration Made Easy
- Sometimes integration is required for applications like PACS/DICOM medical imaging systems, law enforcement and surveillance video, back up and archival, audio and video on-demand and more. Primera makes integration easy with a simple yet comprehensive Software Developer's Kit (SDK) for both Windows and Mac. The SDK is free to qualified developers
- Simply the Best
- With their incredibly fast output, print quality, valuable extra software, separate ink cartridges for affordable per-disc costs, Windows and Mac compatibility, top-notch reliability and more, you won't find a better mid-sized disc printer or publisher. You can feel confident buying a Primera product, too
| Printing Method | Thermal inkjet; powered by Lexmark |
| Print Resolutions | 4800 dpi |
| Colors | 16.7 million |
| Ink Types | Separate high-capacity ink cartridges for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black (CMYK) |
| Print Head | Semi-permanent; user replaceable |
| Color Matching | Z-Color color profile included |
| Media Types | CD: CD-R, CD-RW, CD-Audio (CD-DA), Video-CD, MP3 to CD-Audio, most other industry-standard CD formats; DVD: DVD +/- R, DVD +/- RW, DVD +/- DL |
| Media Capacity | 100 discs |
| Number of Drives | 2 |
| Robotics | High-speed belt drive |
| Interface | USB 2.0 for CD/DVD drives; high-speed eSATA for optional BD-R drives |
| Operating System |
Recommended PC system requirements: Intel Celeron Processor or higher,
2GB RAM or higher, 10GB or more free hard
drive space, available USB 2.0 port or
open PCI slot for optional USB 2.0 adapter
card (combo cards not recommended), user
account with Local Administrator rights. For
Blu-ray Disc models, one or two available eSATA ports is required Recommended Mac system requirements: 1 GHz PowerPC or Intel processor or higher, capable of running Mac OS X v10.6 or higher, 1GB RAM, one available USB 2.0 port, 10GB or more free hard drive space. For Blu-ray Disc models, one or two available eSATA ports is required |
| Certifications | UL, UL-C, CE, FCC Class A, RoHS, WEEE |
| Power Requirements | Universal auto-switching 100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, 5.0A |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 17.8 x 11 x 17.5" / 452 x 279 x 445mm |
| Weight | 26 lb / 11.8kg |
| Advanced Features | Indicator lights: External: power, internal: blue LED lighting is on during normal operation; pulses during low-supplies condition; blinks during error condition; Ink level warning: Calculates actual number of prints remaining based upon ink usage of graphics being printed (patent-pending); Options: Blu-ray Disc recordable drives business card adaptor kit; supports: 80mm mini CDs and DVDs, 59 x 85mm rectangular business card CDs, 63 x 80mm rounded "hockey rink" CDs, extended warranty, hot swap program; disc recorders: Latest-generation CD-R/DVD-R recordable drives, optional 12x BD-R drives |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Reliable (6)
- Excellent print quality (5)
- Fast operation (5)
- Easy to use (4)
- Compact (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Quality oriented (8)
- Primary use:
- Business (8)
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Pros
- Excellent Print Quality
- Fast Operation
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug):
Bought this for my new dance videography business. So far it has worked great. Need to wait until the season is over to be sure of reliability, but I am encouraged by initial results.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Circumstantial handling
Cons
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Timeconsuming problems
Comments about Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug):
We use the former publisher, the disk publisher pro and the problems began when the drives haven't been recognized by PTPublisher. There are confusing directives on primera's drivers site and you're lucky, if you - in contrary of answers by the support - find the right driver. The main problem is, that actual versions, which are for months obviously in BETA phases and don't fit to operation systems just one OS generation older, have bugs like "can't print on the area closer than 1,4 inches in the center" or don't recognize the printer and/or drives at all. Certainly, nobody of the marketing department of primera tell's you about these facts, unless you experience this problems on your own.
So I can say: We never ever would buy a new, expensive system from primera as long as the running systems don't work properly and these information gaps between public relation (read the testimonial statements) and reality exist! I'm not familiar with the 4102 series, but why should a company care about these kind of singular seeming problems with any new (old) system? The software problems aren't yet solved at all and the technical management of the 4102 is the same as for the disk publisher pro.
So be aware: if you need help from the primera support or database because the time goes by, be patient and don't expect too much. At least you have to think about changing the systems at time and buy a duplicator, which simply runs.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Print Quality
- Fast Operation
- LOW INK COST
- Reliable
Cons
- Minimal setup instruction
Best Uses
- Professional Documents
- Short-run Indie Projects
Comments about Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug):
Professional look and sound quality for Indie DVD's and CD's. Best in-house publishing on the market.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Print Quality
- Fast Operation
- Low ink cost per disc
- Reliable
Cons
- Instructions minimal
Best Uses
- Professional Documents
- Short run projects
Comments about Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug):
This machine makes top-quality short-runs for indie CD's and DVD's. Easy to operate. Best price available.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Excellent Print Quality
- Fast Operation
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Casual Printing
Comments about Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug):
FAST AND BRILLIANT PRINT
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Print Quality
- Fast Operation
- Mac software is a plus
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Double-sided Printing
- Photos and Graphics
Comments about Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug):
We are excited that our faculty and staff can create their own designs for their DVDs since the Bravo 4102 is MacBook compatible!
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy to Use
- Fast
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug):
I use the print only feature to prelabel discs that I will burn on my computer that isn't attached to the 4102. I also use the 4102 to create and label CD/DVD projects. I had a problem getting it to print, I contacted Primera and it turned out to be the longer USB cable I used instead of the one included. I replaced the cable and the 4102 works great, I have printed on a variety of inkjet printable media and they all look beautiful. Would recommend to anyone looking for a professional disc publisher.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Fast
Cons
- Bulky/Heavy
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Primera Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher W/ 2 Drives (US Plug):
I'm so excited about our new Bravo 4102 Disc Publisher. We place this unit in our work flow and it performed with excellent speed. The quality of each printed cd and dvd was flawless.
- Primary use:
- Business
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Ink Cartridges
- Price: $29.95
Media
Back-up your favorite music, movies, or other important documents.
- Price: $32.50
Surge Protection
- Price: $9.99
Cases
- Price: $2.99
Software
- Price: $499.95
This item must be downloaded from the manufacturer's website. An authorization code will be emailed to you within 48 hours after purchase.
Cables
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- Original: $5.49
- Save: $0.55
- Price: $4.94
What's in the Box
- PTPublisher Software for PC and Mac
- Individual CMYK Ink Cartridges
- Kiosk Kit Adapter
- Power Supply
- eSATA Cable
- PCIe eSATA Adapter Card
- USB 2.0 Cable
- Instructions
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