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The copying machine has evolved into the network digital multifunction product (network digital MFP), which adds the functions of faxing, scanning and network printing in addition to the basic function of large-volume copying to meet needs in offices. Today, the network digital MFP is entering an important new stage of evolution. Canon adopted a new concept of product development with its monochrome network digital MFPs in the imageRUNNER (iR) series, in which it thoroughly pursued the creation of modules and component units. This concept resulted in the amazing speed of expansion in the imageRUNNER-series lineup.
In November 2002, Canon announced the imageRUNNER C3200 (iR C3200), its first color network digital MFP offering. Thanks to the tireless efforts of project engineers, this revolutionary business machine provides excellent color reproduction as well as high-speed operation and smooth network connectability.
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| Yasuhiro Yamada took charge of image processing development to achieve the optimal color reproduction for digital image output. | Akio Sugaya handled the development of software for the formation of data for printing. | Ikuo Kuribayashi was responsible for development of the print engine, which transfers images to paper. |
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Mitsunari Kita
Born in 1964 in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, Mitsunari Kita is a sci-tec writer who has, for the past 10 years, pursued the theme of industrial technologies and production. Backed by a solid grounding in technological fields, he is known for his relentless efforts to get to the bottom of the problems engineers must overcome in their work, revealing the secret of products "made in Japan." He is also a black belt holder in Judo.
