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 this function, see "Optional Products Required for Each Function."

PCL Printer Kit

The PCL Printer Kit supports PCL emulation printing solutions. It supports PCL5c/PCL6 emulation printing solutions.

PS Printer Kit

The PS Printer Kit enables you to use the machine as a PS printer.

It is also necessary when printing PDF files from memory media or an Advanced Box of another imageRUNNER ADVANCE series machine on the network.

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 files from memory media or an Advanced Box of another imageRUNNER ADVANCE series machine on the network.

Barcode Printing Kit

The Barcode Printing Kit enables you to print bar codes.

Expansion Bus

The Expansion Bus is necessary to install the IPSec Board and Wireless LAN Board.

Super G3 FAX Board

Installing 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 a 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.

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 series machine with the fax board installed on the same network.

IPSec Board

This is the option for using IPSec communication. IPSec is a protocol for creating a security policy to protect data received from and sent to the IP network from threats such as interception, alteration, and theft.

Universal Send Advanced Feature Set

This option is useful when using the Send function on the machine. It enables you to send documents in the following formats.

Trace & Smooth

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.

Searchable PDF or Searchable XPS

The Searchable PDF or the Searchable XPS mode enables you to perform OCR (Optical Character Recognition) to extract data that can be recognized as text from a scanned image. The text can then be added to the file to create a PDF or XPS file that is searchable.

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 free Adobe Reader.

Universal Send Security Feature Set

This option 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 documents in the following formats.

PDF/XPS with Digital User Signature

This is 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 Data Encryption Kit

This option 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.

Data Erase Kit

The Data Erase Kit enables you to erase the data stored in 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.

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 the 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 Secure Print Software

The Encrypted Secure Print Software enables you to encrypt print data sent from a computer using the Secured 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.

Wireless LAN Board

Installing the Wireless LAN Board will allow the machine to connect to a network without using cables, and transfer data in infrastructure mode via an access point. Setting a password and authentication method reduces the risk of stolen data or unauthorized access by a third party.

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 enable 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, and enables you to send fax images from a computer via the machine.