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Introducing the New imagePROGRAF iPF8400S and iPF6400S Printers Which Features Enhanced Large Format Color Capabilities
Singapore, 7 October 2013 Canon today unveiled the addition to its award-winning imagePROGRAF large format S-Series printers series with the 44-inch iPF8400S and 24-inch iPF6400S printers which offers enhanced print management and color control capabilities superior to the previous models. The new imagePROGRAF models are designed to aid graphic arts providers in maximizing productivity while printing their jobs, making sure that output is consistent and accurate. In addition, the printers boast features which help to ensure color consistency of many iPFX400 series printers across multiple office locations. With the capabilities to execute high volume, and reliable output, it is well-suited for print service providers and in-plant operations that receive frequent, large-quantity requests from clients with high-standards for color consistency The new range of imagePROGRAF models would provide an advantage for providers in todays competitive production printing market said Thomas Yip, South and Southeast Asian Senior Manager, Strategic Marketing, of Canon Singapore. Canon has always been dedicated to providing imaging professionals with machines that are efficient, accurate and consistent. And we are confident that our customers will be impressed by the calibration capabilities and print management features included in these models."

Color Management and Control Ensuring reliable and consistent output is an important control requirement of industry service providers. Thus the Canon imagePROGRAF 44-inch iPF8400S and 24-inch iPF6400S printers feature an enhanced color calibration system that helps to ensure consistency, and reliable output which is required of providers.

High-Capacity Ink System The iPF6400S features a 300ml ink tanks, while the iPF8400S can accommodate 330ml and 700ml ink tanks which allows more printing. In addition, Canon's unique sub-ink tank system in both models allows ink to be replaced while prints are in-progress in which jobs are completed virtually seamlessly. SU-21 Spectrophotometer An option for the 24-inch iPF6400S printer, the spectrophotometer can be used to drive the calibration of an entire network of iPFX400S printers, helping significantly reduce the amount of time spent configuring a fleet and helping maximize the productivity of each device. Since only one spectrophotometer is needed, this is also an efficient and cost-effective approach to managing color. Color Calibration Management Console (CCMC) As industry providers increase in size and capabilities, so does the demand for streamlined administration of print fleets both large and small. Hence with Color Calibration Management Console (CCMC) software, it allows users to manage color consistency across all iPFX400S printers from a single PC, significantly simplifying administration. Efficient Printing Capabilities With a larger built-in 250GB hard drive, greater amount of data can be stored and retrieved directly from the printer easily. This allows easier re-printing of documents without the need to resend it.

The Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8400S and iPF6400S will be available from DATE at authorised Canon distributors and dealers.

About Canon Canon is a global leader in photographic and digital imaging solutions. Canon Singapore Pte Ltd is the headquarters for South & Southeast Asia driving sales, marketing and service strategies. Besides handling the domestic market, the company leads 18 other countries including subsidiaries in India, Malaysia, Thailand and a representative office in Vietnam. The parent company Canon Inc has a global network of close to 300 companies and employs close to 200,000 people worldwide. It is dedicated to the advancement in technology and innovation and commits about 10% of its total revenue each year to R&D. Canon is consistently one of the top few companies to earn the most number of patents over the last 19 years. As a Fortune Global 500 company, Canon is guided by its kyosei philosophy that focuses on living and working together for the common good.

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