| AmbiCom WPKIT Wireless Printer Adapter |
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Model: WPKIT
Brand: Ambicom
Manufacturer: Ambicom
Average Rating: 
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Total Reviews: 10
Form factor: External
Hardware platform: PC
Data link protocol: Bluetooth
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| Features: |
2.4 GHz frequency hopping digital spread spectrum signal
Provides wireless USB connectivity
Up to 100 foot range in confined environment
Up to 340 kbps data throughput
PC and Mac compatible |
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| Description: |
| AmbiCom's Wireless Printer Kit offers the ideal solution for wireless connectivity between common PCs and USB inkjet printers. The Wireless Printer Kit eliminates unsightly, bulky cables that can be difficult to route as well as being hazardous underfoot. Perfect for small office and home office environments, the Wireless Printer Kit optimizes Bluetooth wireless capabilities so you can print from anywhere anytime! This Wireless Printer Kit is designed for the following systems: Canon i250, i320, i450, i550, i560, i850 photo, i860, i950 photo, i9100 photo, S200, S300, S330, S520, S820 photo, S9000 photo; Epson Stylus C42UX, Stylus C60, Stylus C62, Stylus C82, Stylus C84, Stylus Photo 820, Stylus Photo 890, Stylus Photo 900, Stylus Photo 960, Stylus Photo 1280; HP DeskJet 450ci, DeskJet 932c, DeskJet 935c, DeskJet 952c, DeskJet 970cse, DeskJet 995c, DeskJet 3320, DeskJet 3420, DeskJet 3520, DeskJet 3650, DeskJet 3820, DeskJet 5150, DeskJet 5550, DeskJet 5650, DeskJet 6122, DeskJet 6127, DeskJet 1220cse, Business Inkjet 3000, Photosmart 7150, Color Inkjet cp1700; Lexmark Z22, Z23, Z25, Z35, Z45, Z53, Z54, Z55se, Z65, Z605, Z705.For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site. |
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| User Reviews (10 total): |
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Piece of junk, February 17, 2006
By http://www.surftiger.us (Corona, Ca USA)
Did not work. Useless. Use your printer through a wireless
router. Only way to do it.
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Too limited in Printer types supported, September 9, 2005
By Mikke (Richardson, TX USA)
This solution only supports a very limited number of printers (which is listed in the Product Specification, so it shouldn't come as a surprise for people who read all of that). There are much better solutions available forp eople who have a need for other printers, or who might update their printer in the near future.
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AmbiCom WPKIT Wireless Printer Adapter, July 8, 2005
By pterrydactyl (Modesto, CA)
very easy way to have a printer connected to you computer with-
out wires. followed the instructions and installation was a
snap. worked wonderfully. Makes moving the computer and printer
easy. excellent simple solution.
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Didn't last a month., January 8, 2005
By R. mcknight (Richmond, VA)
I bought this devise less than a month ago, and was quite please with it. But the USB adapter stopped working a couple of days ago, and now I must return it - quite inconvenient.
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It works!....really slow, August 28, 2004
By Cal K. Fong (Bay Area)
It does the job but terribly slow. I am about 15 to 20 feet away from the printer when printing... not sure if the distance hinders the speed.
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Is it slow? Yes. Is it under my desk? No, May 19, 2004
By printmole (Seattle)
I no longer have to be a contortionist to load paper into my printer. Now I just step across the room and easily drop it in. However a color print job on my Epson C82 seems to be fairly plodding where it was relatively quick before. Text seems fine for small jobs. I am yet to attemp a photo. I have not been able to test the range yet but I can't imagine a need for a home printer 100 feet from me, I live in a condo for Pete's sake. If I ever need to relocate my printer to my balcony I will amend this post. Keep in mind that if you buy this you need two outlets. One for the printer power and one for the printer end of the adapter. I think I may actually relocate my printer to my bathroom just for amusement purposes.
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absolute crap, May 13, 2004
By Bargain Hunter (Henderson, NV USA)
This unit is only for a small group of simple inkjet printers. The manufacturer does not mention this anywhere on the outside packaging. Check the manufacturers website for supported printers. The printer must be USB, and not require bi-directional printing. Range was about a dozen feet, not the 100ft advertised. You'd be far better off getting an 802.11b/g wireless printer server and add it to an existing wireless network than try to use the bluetooth set up. Multi-function printers, laser printers etc. will not work with this unit.
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Best Kept Wireless Printing Secret, April 9, 2004
By Software Developer (CHI PAR PHX SYD PDX CLD NKC)
Until wireless USB becomes available, this amazing gadget is a great way to roam and print. It functions as a wireless printer cable featuring bi-directional printing. Toss away your existing USB printer cable, plug in one USB adapter gizmo into your notebook, the other USB adapter gizmo into your USB printer -- voila, instant wireless USB printing. Its that simple (well, not quite, the printer adapter only worked when I used the supplied USB extension cable). The printer adapter requires use of the supplied AC-DC adapter (110v to 240v).My computer is an HP zt3000 notebook. Printer is a Canon i80. Works great with the i80 although not documented as a compatible printer. Perhaps many non-documented printers will work also, YMMV. My wireless test range was 100 feet through one wall. The range is identical to my wireless router range. Aparently this gadget uses bluetooth, it is only pairs between the two supplied adapters, not possible to pair with any other devices (missed opportunity here). This gizmo is better than using a print server because it allows bi-directional printing. However, I've got to wonder if there's problems with security or interference from other nearby units. So maybe its best to keep it a secret afterall.
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