With a speed of 14 ips, the B-EX4 boasts a 44% improvement in productivity on the SX range (10 ips). In addition, advanced processing capabilities facilitate high throughput. Continuing on from the easy operation of the SX range, the B-EX range also incorporates a user-replaceable snap-in print head and platen roller, further reducing maintenance costs. The unique intuitive graphical LCD ‘helpdesk’ display improves usability and prompts even the novice user to take immediate corrective action where necessary, keeping user training to a minimum. Toshiba has packaged the superior design elements of the market-leading B-SX4 into the matte black B-EX4 to provide customers with a high-end industrial product at a mid-range price. B-EX has a long life print head, reducing running costs. Features include: side opening; double ribbon motor control; automatic centre media loading; near-edge or fl at print head; optional ribbon save; BCI (Basic Command Interpreter) compatibility; emulation functionality.