Release by Canon:
Super fast, 1 picolitre photo prints: PIXMA iP5200 and PIXMA iP5200R
Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 22 August 2005. Canon, a leader in photographic and imaging technology, today announces the addition of two premium photo printers to its PIXMA range the 1 picolitre , 9600 x2400dpi PIXMA iP5200, and wireless version PIXMA iP5200R.
Replacing the already super-fast PIXMA iP5000 and iP4000R, the photo printers feature upgraded FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) print heads with over 3,500 individual nozzles. A 10 x 15 cm photolab quality borderless photo print outputs in approx 36 seconds.
In the growing photo print market, people are placing increasing importance on speed and print quality, said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging, Europe. The ability to achieve both simultaneously is the key competitive advantage of Canon' FINE technology.
For long lasting fade-resistant prints, the printers feature the new ChromaLife100 system. When used in conjunction with Canon media, ChromaLife100 produces prints that resist fading for 100 years when stored in an album. Prints exposed unframed to the effects of the air resist fading for 10 years if printed on Photo Paper Pro (PR-101) .
FINE for speed and quality
Canon's patented FINE semi-conductor manufacturing technique creates extraordinary print speeds for both photo as well as document printing by producing exceptionally long print heads with exceptionally high nozzle count and density. These get more ink on the page in less time than is possible with traditional inkjet technology, delivering fast borderless photo prints up to A4 size. Colour nozzle numbers and print head length of both printers is twice that of previous models.
FINE also achieves virtually grain free photolab quality by delivering millions of microscopic 1 picolitre1 droplets each second with extremely high consistency and accuracy from 9 m diameter Micro-Nozzles.
To eliminate data transfer bottlenecks and keep the print engine performing at maximum capacity, both models feature a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface. The iP5200R can also be networked via any (IEEE802.11g/b) Wi-Fi or standard wired Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX) connection.
Impeccable prints
9600 x 2400 dpi, 1 picolitre1 droplet, 5-ink performance produces virtually grain free, high gloss, borderless, professional quality photos that rival traditional silver halide print quality. ContrastPLUS technology a system that includes a dye-based black ink for sharper contrast - works together with FINE to generate exceptionally crisp, high contrast results. Document text results are sharpened with the addition of improved, high optical density pigment black ink.
Ink efficiency
The printer's individual PGI-5BK and CLI-8 ink tanks ensure that only those inks which run out need to be replaced. They feature LEDs that only light up when the tanks are installed correctly. Users can monitor ink levels during stand-alone use, as the LEDs flash slowly to warn when the tank runs low, and more rapidly to indicate when the cartridge is empty.
Quality that lasts
For improved fade resistance, the printer supports Canon's new ChromaLife100: a system of genuine Canon dye-based inks, which deliver exceptionally broad colour gamut, and specialised photo paper designed to work together with FINE print heads. This technology triangle of nozzle design, ink and media produces prints that rival silver halide quality and longevity. Prints resist fading for 100 years when album-stored, 30 years when displayed under glass and 10 years when exposed to the effects of the air4.
Wireless printing
For the ultimate in superior home printing, the iP5200 is Ethernet compliant, and can support both wireless and wired networks simultaneously. It incorporates IEEE802.11g/b for high transmission rates. It runs at 54 Mbps (wireless) and 10/100 Mbps (wired), with a 50m (indoor) range. Security features include: WPA/WPA2, WEP64/128 bit encryption, the capacity to block access via MAC address and password protection.
Evolving PIXMA design
Continuing the PIXMA tradition of chic, compact design, the iP5200 and iP5200R feature elegant black and silver two-tone bodies, designed to harmonise with other stylish home accessories. The printers feature dual paper trays, allowing photo and plain paper to be loaded at the same time, or for extending single media type capacity. Users can switch easily between Auto Sheet Feeder and cassette printing. Dual paper trays, auto duplex printing and CD-R/DVD printing functions are completely integrated into the sleek design.
Prints without the PC
Both the iP5200 and iP5200R support the vendor independent PictBridge standard for direct cable connection photo printing with contemporary digital cameras and digital video cameras, without the need for a PC.
Software
Each printer comes bundled with the following software:
Easy-PhotoPrint provides three easy steps to printing photos. Assisting with options such as media selection and scaling, it includes features such as Face Sharpening for out-of-focus face correction, Red Eye Correction and Digital Face Smoothing to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Easy-WebPrint (Windows only) sits on the Explorer toolbar and takes the frustration out of web page printing, saving time, ink and paper by correctly scaling output to prevent the common problem of having the right-hand side of web pages cut off.
PhotoRecord (Windows only) guides users through printing a personalised photo album, including assistance with printing on Canon's new double-sided media.
CD-LabelPrint simplifies printing directly onto print-ready CD-R and DVDs
Network Tool (iP5200R only) view and configure the network settings of network connected printers.
Easy-Print Toolbox (Windows only) Always-at-the-ready desktop menu bar used to instantly launch common applications such as PhotoRecord, Easy-Photo-Print and CD-LabelPrint.
Both printers are compatible with Windows 98/Me/2000/XP, Mac and OS X v10.2.1 or later.
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Specifications
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PIXMA Printers Specifications Chart PIXMA | iP5200PIXMA | iP5200R
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| Resolution | Up to 9600 x 2400 dpi 1 | Up to 9600 x 2400 dpi 1
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| Print Engine | 5-ink FINE print head with 1 pl Micro-Nozzles | 5-ink FINE print head with 1 pl Micro-Nozzles
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| Colour Management | ICM, ColorSync, Exif Print | ICM, ColorSync, Exif Print
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| Photo Print Speed | Borderless 10 x 15cm: Approx. 36 seconds | Borderless 10 x 15cm: Approx. 36 seconds
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A4: Up to 43 seconds (Max.) | A4: Up to 43 seconds (Max.)
| | Mono Print Speed | Up to 30ppm (Max.), 15ppm (Std) | Up to 30ppm (Max.), 15ppm (Std)
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| Colour Print Speed | Text & Graphics: Up to 24ppm (Max.), 11.7ppm (Std) | Text & Graphics: Up to 24ppm (Max.), 11.7ppm (Std)
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A4 Full Page: Approx. 19 seconds (Std) | A4 Full Page: Approx. 19 seconds (Std)
| | Media Type | See Media Compatibility Worksheet | See Media Compatibility Worksheet
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| Media Weight | Sheet feeder: 64 to 105 g/m2 and supported | Sheet feeder: 64 to 105 g/m2 and supported
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Canon special media up to 273 g/m2 | Canon special media up to 273 g/m2
| | Media Input | Sheet feeder: 150 sheets, Cassette: 150 sheets | Sheet feeder: 150 sheets, Cassette: 150 sheets
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CD-R / DVD tray: 1 printable CD-R or DVD | CD-R / DVD tray: 1 printable CD-R or DVD
| | DVD/CD Printing | Available as standard | Available as standard
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| Media Size | Sheet feeder: A4, B5, A5, Letter, Legal, Envelopes (DL size
or Commercial 10), 10 x 15cm, 13 x 18cm, Credit Card (54
x 86mm) Cassette: A4, B5, A5, Letter, Envelopes (DL size
or Commercial 10), 10 x 15cm, 13 x 18cm |
Sheet feeder: A4, B5, A5, Letter, Legal, Envelopes (DL size
or Commercial 10), 10 x 15cm, 13 x 18cm, Credit Card (54
x 86mm) Cassette: A4, B5, A5, Letter, Envelopes (DL size
or Commercial 10), 10 x 15cm, 13 x 18cm
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| Borderless Printing | Available using Photo Paper Pro (A4 & 10 x 15cm), Photo
Paper Plus Glossy (A4, 10 x 15cm, & 13 x 18cm), Photo
Paper Plus Semi Gloss (A4 & 10 x 15cm), Glossy Photo
Paper (A4, 10 x 15cm & Credit Card), Matte Photo Paper
(A4, & 10 x 15cm) |
Available using Photo Paper Pro (A4 & 10 x 15cm), Photo
Paper Plus Glossy (A4, 10 x 15cm, & 13 x 18cm), Photo
Paper Plus Semi Gloss (A4 & 10 x 15cm), Glossy Photo
Paper (A4, 10 x 15cm & Credit Card), Matte Photo Paper
(A4, & 10 x 15cm)
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| Two Sided Printing | Automatically selectable using Photo Paper Plus Double
Sided or plain paper in A4, B5, A5, Letter & 13 x 18cm |
Automatically selectable using Photo Paper Plus Double
Sided or plain paper in A4, B5, A5, Letter & 13 x 18cm
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| Ink Cartridge Configuration | Single Ink technology - 5 separate ink tanks (PGI-5BK, CLI-
8BK, CLI-8C, CLI-8M & CLI-8Y) |
Single Ink technology - 5 separate ink tanks (PGI-5BK, CLI-
8BK, CLI-8C, CLI-8M & CLI-8Y)
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| Black Ink Tank Life | PGI-5BK: 360 pages at 5 % coverage 2 PGI-5BK: 1250
pages (Printing ISO/JIS-SCID N5) 3 |
PGI-5BK: 360 pages at 5 % coverage 2 PGI-5BK: 1250
pages (Printing ISO/JIS-SCID N5) 3
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| Colour Ink Tank(s) Life | 420 pages at 5% coverage per ink tank 2 Cyan: 710 pages,
Magenta: 500 pages, Yellow: 480 pages, (Printing ISO/JISSCID
N5) 3 |
420 pages at 5% coverage per ink tank 2 Cyan: 710 pages,
Magenta: 500 pages, Yellow: 480 pages, (Printing ISO/JISSCID
N5) 3
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| PC Interface & Connectivity | USB 2.0Hi-Speed 6 | USB 2.0 6 Hi-Speed, Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11g/b, Ethernet:
100BASE-TX,10BASE-T
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| Camera Interface & Connectivity | Direct Print Port: Camera direct photo printing from
PictBridge & Bubble Jet Direct compliant digital cameras &
camcorders |
Direct Print Port: Camera direct photo printing from
PictBridge & Bubble Jet Direct compliant digital cameras &
camcorders
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| Camera Direct Printing | Compatibility: Exif 2.2 or earlier, DPOF compliant | Compatibility: Exif 2.2 or earlier, DPOF compliant
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| Image Viewer
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| Operating System Requirements | Windows: PC with Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows
Me or Windows 98, USB interface 5, CD-ROM Drive. Free
hard disk space: 370 MB for Windows XP/2000 and
Windows Me/98.
Mac: Macintosh computer with Mac OS X v10.2.1 or later,
USB interface. Free hard disk space: 350 MB for Mac OS X
v10.2.1 or later.
| Windows: PC with Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows
Me or Windows 98, USB interface 5, CD-ROM Drive. Free
hard disk space: 370 MB for Windows XP/2000 and
Windows Me/98.
Mac: Macintosh computer with Mac OS X v10.2.1 or later,
USB interface. Free hard disk space: 350 MB for Mac OS X
v10.2.1 or later.
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| Driver Features |
Windows: Photo Optimizer PRO, Image Optimizer, Photo
Noise Reduction, Vivid Photo |
Mac: Photo Optimizer PRO, Vivid Photo, Photo Noise
Reduction
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Windows: Photo Optimizer PRO, Image Optimizer, Photo
Noise Reduction, Vivid Photo |
Mac: Photo Optimizer PRO, Vivid Photo, Photo Noise
Reduction
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Software Included |
Windows: Easy-WebPrint, Easy-PhotoPrint, PhotoRecord,
Easy-PrintToolBox and CD-LablePrint. Mac: Easy-
PhotoPrint and CD-LabelPrint
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Windows: Easy-WebPrint, Easy-PhotoPrint, PhotoRecord,
Easy-PrintToolBox and CD-LablePrint. Mac: Easy-
PhotoPrint and CD-LabelPrint
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| Power Source | AC 220 - 240V 50 - 60Hz | AC 220 - 240V 50 - 60Hz
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| Power Consumption | Approx. 0.8W (standby), approx. 17W (printing) | Approx. 4.5W (standby), approx. 19W (printing)
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| Operating Temperature Range | 5 - 35C | 5 - 35C
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| Operating Humidity | 10 - 90% RH (no condensation) | 10 - 90% RH (no condensation)
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| Acoustic Noise Levels | Approx. 34.7dB (A) (best quality mode) | Approx. 34.7dB (A) (best quality mode)
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| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 444 x 309 x 160mm | 444 x 309 x 160mm
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| Weight | Approx. 7.3kg | Approx. 7.5kg
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Footnotes
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1 | Ink droplets can be placed with a minimum pitch of 1/9600
inch |
Ink droplets can be placed with a minimum pitch of 1/9600
inch
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| 2 | Print volume figures may vary with the content of the
document and the print mode. Black calculation based on
an average of four printers run continuously until ink out
printing 1500 characters per page, normal text, in default
mode on plain paper using Windows XP and Word 2003. |
Print volume figures may vary with the content of the
document and the print mode. Black calculation based on
an average of four printers run continuously until ink out
printing 1500 characters per page, normal text, in default
mode on plain paper using Windows XP and Word 2003.
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| 3 | Print volume figures may vary with the content of the
document and the print mode. Colour calculation based on
an average of four printers run continuously until ink out
printing the ISO/JIS-SCID N5 pattern in default mode on
plain paper using Windows XP and Photoshop 7.0 |
Print volume figures may vary with the content of the
document and the print mode. Colour calculation based on
an average of four printers run continuously until ink out
printing the ISO/JIS-SCID N5 pattern in default mode on
plain paper using Windows XP and Photoshop 7.0
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| 4 | Using recommended adaptor - not supplied. | Using recommended adaptor - not supplied.
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| 5 | USB operation can only be guaranteed on a PC with pre-
installed Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me or
Windows 98. |
USB operation can only be guaranteed on a PC with preinstalled
Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me or
Windows 98.
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| 6 | USB operation can only be guaranteed on a PC with pre-
installed Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or
Windows 98. USB 2.0 Hi-Speed performance requires
Windows XP Service Pack 1, Windows 2000 Service Pack
4 or Mac OS X version 10.2.7 or later with pre-installed
USB 2.0 port. |
USB operation can only be guaranteed on a PC with preinstalled
Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or
Windows 98. USB 2.0 Hi-Speed performance requires
Windows XP Service Pack 1, Windows 2000 Service Pack
4 or Mac OS X version 10.2.7 or later with pre-installed
USB 2.0 port.
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Common footnotes for all products
10x15cm borderless photo speed based on default
Print speed may vary depending on system
configuration, interface, software, document
complexity, print mode, page coverage, type of paper
used and does not take into account data processing
time on host computer.
All specifications subject to change without notice.
Print speeds may vary with computer system
specifications and content of document printed.
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