Canon boosts imageRUNNER series with new range of advanced and cost-effective monochrome multifunction devices

The imageRUNNER 3225 / 3235 / 3245 harness cutting-edge technologies to deliver intelligent and networked features that boost office productivity and efficiency

KUALA LUMPUR, 23rd December 2008– Canon today unveiled three new monochrome multifunction devices (MFD) that are packed with new features to deliver time-savings, performance and high-quality output to businesses.

The new imageRUNNER 3225 / 3235 / 3245 offer unparalleled performance and value to smaller businesses and workgroups. Incorporating new features such as wireless capability, a 3 line fax, direct USB memory printing and direct scan-to-USB memory, the new lineup is suitable for offices that handle high volumes of monochrome printing - providing greater productivity and scalability options to suit every need. "Now more than ever, businesses are demanding high-quality, cost-effective black-and-white printing", says Richard Yeow, Senior Director & General Manager of Buisness Imaging Solution Division at Canon Marketing Malaysia. "Designed with the user in mind, we are confident that our new imageRUNNER series will become the black-and-white device of choice for the workgroup environment. By offering colour scanning and improved performance, usability and security, we are confident that the launched solutions will help businesses to increase productivity and enhance cost-savings at the same time."

Productive communication
The imageRUNNER 3225 / 3235 / 3245 delivers superior printing performance at speeds up to 25 page per minute (ppm), 35ppm and 45ppm respectively. In addition, all models feature high precision data writing, true 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution that ensures clear, crisp text and images in every print out. It is also the first monochrome multifunction device in its range that offers color scanning, using a new compact CCD scanner unit for improved image quality.

By uitlising Canon's propriety UFR II print processor technology, business users can expect their printouts quickly and without complexity. The MFDs also supports PCL6, PCL5e and PostScript 3 print emulation.

With the high capacity Duplex Auto Document Feeder (DADF), scanning documents in large volume is a breeze. Users can easily digitise hardcopies such as invoices and contracts, which they can then send directly to their workstations, or to external parties.

With Canon's Universal Send feature, documents can also be scanned as PDFs and securely sent to network folders, email addresses and mailboxes.

There is also a new operation panel that facilitates the ease-of-use of the devices. This includes a large TFT touch screen that provides superior picture quality, which is sensitive to user input, ensuring a higher degree of usability and operational speed.

Convenient print and scan on demand
The new imageRUNNER 3225 / 3235 / 3245 offer optional wireless capability, giving businesses greater convenience of printing without cable-clutter and also allow ease-of - integration into an existing IT infrastructure.

With the new Direct USB Memory Printing option, users can simply plug in a thumb-drive or portable hard-disk and print direct from the external source without the need for an attached computer. Similarly, the new Direct Scan-to-USB memory function allows users to scan paper documents into electronic files for the purpose of saving directly into USB memory media. These features support PDF, JPEG and TIFF formats for high compatibility.

Safe and secure
In this day and age, security is a priority for businesses of all sizes. The imageRUNNER 3225 / 3235 / 3245 provide security at all critical levels; across the device, the document and the network.

The hard disk erase feature ensures that no sensitive data is left on the device, while information that is stored on the hard disk is encrypted for additional security. PDF encryption and signature options enable users to share scanned documents, safe in the knowledge that only authorised parties are able to view the information. In addition, should a rogue network connection be detected, it is automatically terminated by the device.

To prevent unauthorised access, network user identities can be authenticated before network connections are granted and established, bringing about greater network security. This can be done via passwords, company' network IDs, card or even fingerprints. When printing confidential documents, users can store them securely in the system or mailbox, and retrieve them with a confidential PIN. Scanned documents can also be encrypted before sending to ensure high levels of security. With Secure Watermarks and Digital User Signatures functions, users can track who has sent, printed and scanned each document.