Canon Canon imagePROGRAF 500
(iPF500)

Key Features
• Reactive ink system for 1200 dpi prints on 17in (A2+) media
• High productivity
• High media flexibility
• Versatile - 4 media paths
• PosterArtist included
• Desktop operation, easy installation

Further information
When you need a dependable large format performer for CAD/GIS applications or general office use, the cost-effective iPF500 hits the mark. Vivid colours and 1200 dpi rendering with outstanding line reproduction provides all the quality you will ever need.

Optimal image quality
The iPF500 incorporates Canon's new 5 colour dye-and-pigment reactive ink system for optimal results in your business. A new one-inch print head gives reproduction of 1200 dpi, a 4 Pl droplet size and an impressive total of 15,360 nozzles. The reactive ink system ensures it's adaptable across different applications with vivid colour reproduction, solid image consistency and high quality text with less bleeding.

Ideal for CAD/GIS or general office use
Optimal print quality makes the iPF500 great for a variety of applications:Sharper, thinner lines and high black density for CAD plan productionGreat colour output with brilliant text and less abrasion for general office useSuperb signs and posters with vivid colours and solid image consistency

Flexible media handling
You can work with a wide variety of media types. Plain paper, CAD, recycled, glossy, proofing, synthetic, poster, fine art, sign media - they're all handled effortlessly with the iPF500.

Productive performance
Connection is either via the latest-generation, high-speed USB 2.0 interface, or Ethernet. Combined with the new print-head and reactive pigment ink system, you can expect superb production at twice the level of some competitor printers.

The integrated cutting device won't let you down either and keeps on performing for years to come, without ever needing replacement.

Capable and easy-to-use
Simple desktop set-up means you'll be up and running with the iPF500 in no time. A comprehensive set of software application plug-ins are incorporated with the iPF500 including an HDI Driver for the CAD/GIS market.

The iPF500 also incorporates 4 media paths - a roll, cassette and two manual - and automatic switching of roll media for additional convenience. In fact the cassette media-feeding system enables new sheets to be fed prior to the previous sheet being ejected, so the device is perfectly at home when used as a powerful colour office printer.And unlike some large format devices, it's compact and quiet - so it's the output not the noise that gets you noticed.

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