New Canon CLC 5000 Delivers Fast Picture Perfect Color Output at The Copy Centers

SYRACUSE, NY, September 29, 2003 - - The Copy Centers announced today it has finished with the installation of a new Canon® Color Laser Copier (CLC) 5000. Installed at their campus store at 720 University Ave, Syracuse, NY 13210, the Canon CLC 5000 is a high-end production printer and copier capable of delivering high-quality color output at a rate of 50 pages-per-minute (ppm).

Incorporating the latest printing technology from Electronics for Imaging, Intel®, and Microsoft®, the new ColorPASS RIP gives the CLC 5000 network connectivity for "print-on-demand" networked solution. This allows any digital files to be printed to the CLC 5000 from any network computer workstation. The CLC 5000 also comes with a high-capacity paper deck, advanced color management, versatile paper support, and broader media acceptance. Whether printing from a digital file or copying from a hardcopy, these features along with its fast 50ppm output speed makes the CLC 5000 ideal for short- to medium-run outputs at a competitive price.

The Canon CLC 5000 will become The Copy Centers' workhorse for color laser output. Its advanced features, fast output, and quality output will allow The Copy Centers to continue to be one of the leaders in the print industry in Central New York. The Copy Centers is committed to delivering world-class technology, the best service and the best value to its customers. The acquisition of the CLC 5000 is one way The Copy Centers delivers on this commitment.

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