System Options

By installing system related optional accessories, the user can expand the functionality of the machine. This section describes the system related optional accessories and their functions.

For information on the optional products required to use each function, see "Optional Products Required for Each Function."

ColorPASS and imagePASS

ColorPASS and imagePASS are printer controllers which attach to the back of the machine. ColorPASS and imagePASS support Adobe Genuine PostScript 3 (imagePASS also supports PCL5c and PCL6), and are suited for office environments in which larger print volumes are frequently processed, or for users who use Adobe PostScript or other PostScript applications.

IMPORTANT
If you are using the ColorPASS or the imagePASS, you cannot use the Encrypted Printing Software. If you are using the ColorPASS or the imagePASS, you cannot use the Job Hold function.

Direct Print Kit (for PDF/XPS)

The Direct Print Kit (for PDF/XPS) enables you to print PDF and XPS files from the Remote UI.

It is also necessary when printing PDF and XPS files stored in memory media, the Advanced Space, or the Advanced Space of another imageRUNNER ADVANCE machine on the network.

Barcode Printing Kit

The Barcode Printing Kit enables you to print bar codes.

PCL International Font Set

The PCL International Font Set enables you to add the following fonts for a PCL printer. As a result, you can output using multiple languages in a SAP Unicode environment.

Andale®and WorldType®Collection J (Japanese Version)

Andale®and WorldType®Collection K (Korean Version)

Andale®and WorldType®Collection S (Simplified Chinese Version)

Andale®and WorldType®Collection T (Traditional Chinese Version)

In order to support differences in character design depending on the region, four font versions are enabled.

Super G3 FAX Board

The Super G3 FAX Board enables you to send and receive fax documents. You can also send documents that have been created in applications directly from your computer via the network.

Super G3 2nd Line Fax Board

The Super G3 2nd Line Fax Board enables you to use two lines to send and receive fax documents.

IMPORTANT
The following functions are only available with Line 1 (the standard line): Fax/Tel Auto Switch Remote RX Audible Tones On-Hook

Remote Fax Kit

The Remote Fax Kit is needed to use the Remote Fax function. Even if the machine is not equipped with the fax board, you can send fax documents via another imageRUNNER ADVANCE machine with the fax board installed on the same network.

Universal Send Advanced Feature Set

The Universal Send Advanced Feature Set is useful when using the Send function on the machine. It enables you to send documents in the following formats.

Trace & Smooth PDF

The Trace & Smooth mode enables you to convert the text and line drawings of a scanned image to scalable outline data. The outline data (Trace) can be extracted and used in Adobe Illustrator. The smoothing process can also be applied to the text of the outline data to make it appear less jagged when viewed on a computer monitor or in print.

Reader Extensions PDF

The Reader Extensions mode enables you to create a PDF file that allows you to make annotations, add digital signature, and save edited files even on the Adobe Reader.

Universal Send Security Feature Set

The Universal Send Security Feature Set enables you to use the Send function on the machine with security. It enables you to send documents in the following formats.

Encrypted PDF

The Encrypted PDF mode enables you to encrypt PDF files that you send to an e-mail address or file server for enhanced security. Only users who enter the correct password can open, print, or change the received PDF.

Device Signature PDF or Device Signature XPS

This is a PDF or XPS file with a unique device signature. The device signature enables the recipient of the PDF or XPS file to determine which device generated the file.

Universal Send Digital User Signature Kit

This option enables you to use the Send function on the machine with security. It enables you to send a PDF or XPS file with a unique digital user signature obtained from a certificate authority. This enables the recipient of a PDF or XPS file to verify which user signed it.

Secure Watermark

The Secure Watermark mode enables you to embed hidden text in the background of copies. You can embed text, such as "CONFIDENTIAL," the date and time, or a department name. The embedded text only appears when the machine prints the copies.

HDD Mirroring Kit

The HDD Mirroring Kit enables you to back up the data on the hard disk of the machine to the additional optional HDD.

HDD Data Encryption & Mirroring Kit

The HDD Data Encryption & Mirroring Kit is an option that added the HDD Data Encryption function to the HDD Mirroring Kit. The HDD Data Encryption function enables you to reduce the risk of confidential information being leaked by encrypting all of the data stored in the hard disk of the machine.

Removable HDD Kit

The Removable HDD Kit enables you to remove the hard disk of the machine. By storing the removed hard disk in another location, you can reduce the risk of confidential information being leaked.

2.5inch/160GB HDD

The 2.5inch/160GB HDD is necessary when using the Mirroring function of the HDD Mirroring Kit or HDD Data Encryption & Mirroring Kit.

2.5inch/1TB HDD

By replacing the hard disk installed in the machine with the 2.5inch/1TB HDD, you can expand the memory capacity of the machine to 1 TB.

Once you replaced the hard disk with the 2.5inch/1TB HDD, the additional 2.5inch/1TB HDD is required to back up the data by using the HDD Mirroring Kit or HDD Data Encryption & Mirroring Kit.

Document Scan Lock Kit

The Document Scan Lock Kit enables you to embed hidden user information or copy restriction information in the output when documents are copied/printed and reduce the risk of confidential information being leaked. It helps you to restrict scanning of the document (Scan Lock function) and identify the user that output the document (Tracking function). This option enables you to embed QR code and TL code.

IMPORTANT
If the Document Scan Lock Kit is activated, you cannot use the Job Hold function.

Web Access Software

The Web Access Software enables you to view Web pages from the touch panel display of the machine. If you register PDF files on a Web page, you can print them without using a computer. Moreover, if you create a Web page or special content, and then register it as a PDF file, you can share the Web page or special content with other users.

Encrypted Printing Software

The Encrypted Printing Software enables you to encrypt print data sent from a computer using the Secure Print function, and decrypt it at the machine. This enables you to strengthen the security of print data by preventing the contents of your printed documents from being seen by other users, and preventing the unauthorized use of confidential information.

Voice Guidance Kit

The Voice Guidance Kit enables you to hear voice navigation instructions when operating the machine.

Voice Operation Kit

The Voice Operation Kit enables you to hear voice navigation instructions when operating the machine. The Voice Operation Kit also includes a voice recognition function, which enables you to set the various functions of the machine using your own voice.

Remote Operator's Software Kit

The Remote Operator's Software Kit enables you to access settings or process job from a personal computer by displaying the machine's control panel on the computer screen.

NOTE
The Canon Fax Driver is supplied with the Super G3 FAX Board. This enables you to send fax images from a computer via the machine.