Canon Introduces New Colour Multi-Function Devices to Address Diverse Business Needs

Canon has introduced the imageRUNNER ADVANCE (iR-ADV) DX C3800 series along with imageRUNNER (iR) C3226. The newly introduced iR-ADV DX C3800 series comprises four advanced A3 color laser multi-function devices (MFDs), the iR C3226 is a standalone A3 color laser MFD. Both models are intended to broaden reach among Enterprises and big organizations, Jobbers (Copy Shop Owners), the SME segment, and the government sector.

Since color printing is said to have a greater visual impact as well as a more premium appearance and feel, the introduction of new color MFDs is in keeping with Canon’s objective of providing businesses with the greatest printing solutions, consequently fueling their growth by propagating the #ColoursForLife concept. Furthermore, the extensive line-up of new imaging devices provides features geared at increasing productivity and user convenience to enterprises of all sizes.

Manabu Yamazaki, President, CEO, Canon India said, “With the onset of a new year, Canon India is delighted to bring forth its imaging marvels as we introduce a slew of innovative and cost-effective color MFDs i.e., imageRUNNER ADVANCE (iR-ADV) DX C3800 series and imageRUNNER (iR) C3226. With this launch, we’re envisaging the color MFD series to play a vital role in meeting the customer demands of economical color printing. As India holds a huge market potential in printing across SMEs, Jobbers and Enterprise segments, we intend to play an active role in businesses adopting efficient and cost-effective color printing, thereby painting their business success with #ColoursForLife.”

1. Bhaskhar, Senior Vice President, BIS Segment, Canon India, said, “Innovation has always been a driving force at Canon and with the introduction of the imageRUNNER ADVANCE (iR-ADV) DX C3800 series and imageRUNNER (iR) C3226 in India, we’re all set to redefine the spectrum of color printing across businesses – small or large, ranging from Jobbers to SMEs and Enterprises. The newly launched series of color MFDs reflect our commitment towards offering world-class technology, ease of use and high-quality printing to meet the ever-evolving customer expectations and provide them with maximum profitability, thereby ensuring business longevity. These devices are well-equipped to print vibrant image quality along with offering intuitive & safe usability for driving sustainable operations with seamless integration, further ascertaining that ‘Business Can Be Simple’.”

Enabling Efficient Collaboration

The iR-ADV DX C3800 series works in tandem with uniFLOW Online, a cloud-based print management solution designed to assist organizations to increase productivity. The solution’s Filing Assist automates bulk scanning, naming, filing, and routing of documents to multiple cloud destinations for further processing based on pre-configured processes. Employees can interact with ease because of the flexible cloud connectivity, and the automated procedure removes error-prone and time-consuming manual filing for increased productivity. The series provides quick digitization with an industry-leading scan speed of up to 270 images per minute (ipm) and four variable print speeds of up to 35 pages per minute (ppm) to satisfy a variety of operational demands with the single-pass document feeder option.

Optimizing Workplace Productivity

The iR C3226 combines a variety of useful features to assist in-office professionals in increasing productivity. The MFD, which features a user-friendly 7-inch color touch panel display, provides outstanding visibility and easy navigation via numerous intuitive touch actions. On the Home Screen, the user interface (UI) displays a smart Timeline feature that displays the history of settings used, allowing users to do regular actions with a single touch and save time spent on repeating operations. The MFD also allows users to personalize their settings, such as the initial display screen, display language, and commonly used functionalities. In addition to print rates of up to 26 ppm, the MFD assists users in working effectively by providing a variety of finishing alternatives that reduce manual collation of prints, such as Eco-Staple, Staple-On-Demand, and hole punching. The iR-ADV DX C3800 series and the iR C3226 will be available at authorized Canon India distributors and dealers from January 2022.