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For Immediate Release 15 January, 2016 Canon New imageclass LBP8780x High Speed A3 B&W Laser Printer High Speed, Quality, Volume and Energy Save Printing with Multiple Printer Languages, Mobile and

1 For Immediate Release 15 January, 2016 Canon New imageclass LBP8780x High Speed A3 B&W Laser Printer High Speed, Quality, Volume and Energy Save Printing with Multiple Printer Languages, Mobile and Network Print Functions Boosting Workplace Efficiency and Productivity for Large Enterprises and SME Offices Canon today announces the new imageclass LBP8780x High Speed A3 B&W Laser Printer, offering superior B&W document printing speed at 40ppm and 20ppm for A4 and A3 size respectively to meet the need of high volume printing. imageclass LBP8780x incorporates multiple printer languages including UFR II, PCL and Post Script and equip with 768MB memory for flexible handling of a wide range of documents. The support of Canon PRINT Business application brings added mobile printing convenience to print directly from smart devices. Coupled with quicker and smoother network print function through Giga LAN, imageclass LBP8780x offers a highly efficient, flexible and cost-effective document handling solution for SME and large enterprises alike. High Print Speed at 40ppm for Quick Handling of Massive Printing imageclass LBP8780x offers high speed A4 B&W document printing at 40ppm and A3 B&W document printing at 20ppm. It supports Auto Image Refinement technology, realizing a print resolution equivalent to 2,400 x 600 dpi to ensure professional quality with delicate and sharp reproduction of text and graphic and is perfect for printing reports, CAD drawings and blueprints. This allows quick handling even for high volume printing, saving precious time and energy. Efficiency is further enhanced with the printer s quick first print out time in just 9.3s. UFR II Technology and Multiple Printer Languages for Fast and Efficient Printing imageclass LBP8780x incorporates Canon s proprietary Ultra Fast Rendering Technology (UFR II) for efficient printing by offloading some of the data processing tasks, such as the processing of images and half-tone graphics to the computer, taking full advantage of the computer s constantly evolving processing speed and

operating system performance. The processed data will then be highly compressed, resulting in a much smaller graphical file that dramatically reduces the printer s processing time.

2 operating system performance. The processed data will then be highly compressed, resulting in a much smaller graphical file that dramatically reduces the printer s processing time. Coupled with 768MB built-in memory, it can handle highly complex prints in a short time without the need for expensive memory upgrades. In addition, the printer comes with PCL, Post Script, PDF and XPS printer languages to support printing of a wider range of documents, ranging from commonly used office file types to vector-based and Adobe fonts used in creative industries. It guarantees easy integration with different business applications and printing needs. Auto Duplex Function to Save Resources and Enhance Productivity imageclass LBP8780x supports A4 auto duplex printing at up to 20ppm, boosting productivity as well as saving paper resources and printing cost. Duplex printing also makes multiple-page documents and reports neat and easier to read. Coupled with the capability to print double or even quadruple on a single sheet of paper, paper usage can be further reduced. Canon PRINT Business Free Application 1 for Convenient Mobile Printing The easy-to-use, free Canon PRINT Business mobile application is designed to meet various office printing needs. It allows users to print directly from ios and Android devices via network 2 and supports a vast variety of commonly used file types, including image files in JPEG / GIF / BMP / PNG / TIFF formats, Microsoft Office files, iwork files 3 and PDF files. Direct printing of online articles and web pages is also possible for easy and quick backup of useful information. Setup and connection are simple and easy. Comprehensive print settings such as selection of number of pages and 2-sided printing are also available to meet various needs. Alternatively, with Canon Print Service application 4, Android users can make direct wireless printing of s, photos, documents or web pages from their mobile devices anytime, without the need to connect to a computer nor installation of any printer driver. 1 For more information, please visit 2 Mobile devices and the printer must be connected to the same network 3 Microsoft Office files include doc / docx / xls / xlsx / ppt / pptx;iwork files include Pages / Numbers / Keynote. Depending on content residing within the file, the layout may appear inconsistent with original document formatting during in-app preview, or when printed 4 Applicable for Android or later. For more information, please visit

3 Network Print Function for Efficient Document Handling imageclass LBP8780x features a built-in Gigabit Ethernet for network print function to ensure quick data transmission. Both Windows and Mac operating systems are supported for easy network setup, enabling departments or work groups to share high quality and high speed laser printing. Department ID and Secure Print Mode for Easy Usage and Security Control imageclass LBP8780x offers 300 sets of department ID for monitoring the print capacity for each user and easy control of function authority. This provides greater convenience to better manage printer usage and eventually operating cost. In addition, an optional Secure Print Mode 5 is available. When handling confidential documents, simply turn on this function and a valid password is required before proceeding to printing, ensuring all confidential documents are properly secured. USB Direct Print and 5-Line LCD Panel for Streamlined Workflow imageclass LBP8780x supports direct print of JPEG/TIFF/PDF/XPS files from USB drive without the need of a computer for enhanced work efficiency. The printer is also equipped with a 5-line LCD panel that supports Simplified Chinese and English display and graphical instruction in an user-friendly interface to show users clearly the printer operation and status. Users can easily navigate and select files in the USB drive using the LCD panel, facilitating a convenient and smooth workflow. High Paper Capacity of up to 2,000 Sheets and High-Capacity Cartridge to Meet the Needs of High Volume Printing Catering to the high volume printing needs in a busy office, imageclass LBP8780x offers high-capacity paper supply to eliminate the hassle of refilling paper frequently. It features a 250-sheet paper cassette and a 100-sheet multipurpose tray, and up to 3 optional PF-A1 550-sheet paper cassettes can be installed to bring the total capacity to a maximum of 2,000 sheets. In addition, Cartridge 333 H high-capacity black cartridge supporting up to 17,000 pages 6 is also available as an option for businesses that demand high volume printing at a lower cost per print. 5 Additional optional accessory Canon SD Card-B1 is required 6 Based on ISO / IEC testing standard

4 Low Power Consumption and a Host of Energy Saving Functions for Cost- Effective and Eco-Friendly Operation imageclass LBP8780x features Canon s proprietary On-Demand Fixing technology which uses a ceramic heater to speed up heat transfer and reduce warm up time, allowing quick printing while achieving energy efficiency with a significant reduction in power consumption. The printer also incorporates a host of energy saving functions including Sleep Mode and Auto Shutdown, minimizing power consumption to as low as 1.1W when in Sleep Mode. The Auto Shutdown function allows the printer to power off automatically after a period of idle time, promoting not only eco-friendliness but also minimizing electricity cost. 2-in-1 Toner Cartridge for Easy Maintenance imageclass LBP8780x utilizes an integrated 2-in-1 Toner Cartridge which combines drum and toner cartridge in one easy-to-replace unit. This significantly saves the environment by reducing the number of consumables to make maintenance easier, save time and lower long-term operating costs. In addition, a Toner Status feature is included to detect and display the remaining toner so that users can plan ahead for toner replacement. A Low Toner Alert Notification will be displayed when the cartridge runs low and reaches a user-specified trigger level to avoid any downtime. Concerning the importance of recycling, Canon provides free pick-up services for used toner cartridges with the "Toner Cartridge Recycling Program", joining hands with users to save the environment. For every recycled toner cartridge, you will be rewarded a 10% off discount coupon for your next purchase at Consumable Express. Please visit for details. Convenient and Comprehensive Services that Meet Your Needs Canon provides comprehensive 1-year free on-site warranty service to imageclass LBP8780x users. With prompt and professional services addressing maintenance and repair issues, users can be assured of high printing performance at all times. In addition, users can enjoy the convenience of shopping online for various Canon genuine toner cartridges at Consumable Express. Order over HK$200 and placed

5 before 11am can enjoy same day delivery 7. To know more about the details of Consumable Express, please visit Canon s new imageclass LBP8780x High Speed A3 B&W Laser Printer is now available for sale in Hong Kong with suggested retail price of HK$10,988. The suggested retail prices of imageclass LBP8780x consumables are as follows: Cartridge 333 H Black Cartridge High Capacity (Approx. 17,000 pages) HK$1,900 Cartridge 333 Black Cartridge (Approx. 10,000 pages) HK$1,300 The suggested retail prices of imageclass LBP8780x accessories are as follows: Item Suggested Retail Price PF-A1 550-sheet Auto Paper Feeder HK$2,180 Canon SD Card-B1 for Secure Print HK$1,280 Barcode Kit Set-F1 HK$3,280 7 Except for outlying Islands and restricted areas. Online orders must be placed before 11am. Same day delivery service not applicable on Sat, Sun and Public Holidays

6 LBP8780x Specification Machine Type Method of Fixing Printing Speed *1 Maximum Printing Resolution First Print Out Time Printing Language Memory Auto Duplex Print Desktop Monochrome Laser Printer On-Demand Fixing System Mono 40 ppm(a4 size) / 20ppm (A3 size) 2,400 x 600 dpi equivalent [with Automatic Image Refinement (AIR)] Less than 9.3 seconds UFR II, PCL5e/6, PostScript 3, PDF, XPS 768MB (no additional memory required) Standard Paper Handling Cassette: 250 sheets plain paper, Multi-purpose Tray: 100 sheets plain paper Option cassette (PF-A1): 550 sheets plain paper x 3 Output tray: Face-down 250 sheets max, Face-up 50 sheets Consumables Toner Cartridge (Standard) 333 cartridge (Approx. 10,000 sheets) *3 Toner Cartridge (High Yields) 333H cartridge (Approx. 17,000 sheets) *3 Paper/Media Type Plain paper, Heavy, Recycled, Color, Transparencies, Labels, Index card and Envelopes Paper Size A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, A5, Ledger, LTR, LTR-R, Legal* 1, Exe, STMT, foolscap, 8K, 16K, Custom Media: mm x mm; mm x mm (only with UFR II printer driver) Interface USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet Supported OS Win 10/ 8.1 / 8 / 7 /Vista/ RT, Server 2012, 2008, 2003 Mac OS X *2 Power Consumption Noise Power Source Dimensions (W x D x H) Weight Max: Average Operation: approx. 670w Standby: approx. 38w Operation: approx. 56dB [A] or less Standby: approx. Inaudible AC V, 50-60Hz 514mm x 532mm x 303mm Approx. 25.8kg (without Cartridge) *1 Print speed may vary the content of the document and the processing speed of the host computer. *2 Driver available in *3 ISO_IEC19752_2004(E) All data is based on Canon's standard testing methods. Subject to change without notice.

7 About Canon Hongkong Company Limited Canon Inc. (TSE:7751 / NYSE:CAJ) was founded in 1937 in Japan. Its predecessor, Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory, produced Japan's first 35 mm focal-plane-shutter camera Kwanon in Canon Inc. eventually expanded into the photocopying and printing industries, launching Japan's first plain-paper copier NP-1100 in 1970 and the world's first inkjet printer BJ-80 in Through the years, Canon Inc. has acquired in-depth experience in digital imaging product manufacturing, and research and development. It is a leader in the development of innovative products and holds the most technology patents in the imaging industry. Canon Inc. also makes a significant contribution to the promotion of photography. Today, Canon Inc. has a strong global presence and is one of the most important market players in the imaging, office and industrial product categories. As of 31 December 2014, Canon's global revenue was US$30.8 billion. One of the company s first offices in Asia, Canon Hongkong Co., Ltd. (CHK) was established in It is responsible for the sales, marketing and after-sales services for all Canon product lines in Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, Taiwan, the Philippines and Mongolia. CHK adheres to Canon s corporate philosophy of kyosei, which encourages the company and its staff to participate in social, charitable and environmental activities in the community. CHK implements internationally-recognized management systems and has achieved ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007 certification. For more information about Canon Hongkong, please visit our website:

For Immediate Release 29 October, 2014

For Immediate Release 29 October, 2014 Canon New imageclass MF229dw / MF226dn / MF217w / MF215 / MF212w All-in-One Laser Printer With Mobile Printing, Wi-Fi Network, Auto Duplex Print and Scan Functions