Agfa Ahead of the Technology Curve With Six USB-Compatible Products.WILMINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--October 4, 1999-- SnapScan Touch, SnapScan 1212u (Off-White and Bondi Blue Bondi blue is a color which is identical to the Crayola crayon color Blue-Green (See the List of Crayola crayon colors.). Bondi blue in human culture Computer Design
SnapScan 1236u - ePhoto CL30 and ePhoto CL30 Clik! Digital Cameras Offer USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. Interface Agfa Corporation's Desktop Products Group (USA-DTP), a leading provider of award-winning desktop scanners and digital cameras, is ahead of the technology curve with six competitive products that are Universal Serial Bus See USB. (hardware, standard) Universal Serial Bus - (USB) An external peripheral interface standard for communication between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive cable using biserial transmission. (USB) compatible. The USB interface makes it easier for consumers to add a wide variety of peripherals to their personal computers through a one-size-fits-all, plug and play connection. USB peripherals automatically self-configure, dramatically simplifying the process for users who may be expanding their computer systems. With a USB port A USB socket on a computer or peripheral device into which a USB cable is plugged. See USB. there is no longer a need to adjust system settings, insert add-in cards or reboot To reload the operating system, which restarts the computer. See boot. (operating system) reboot - (From boot) A boot with the implication that the computer has not been down for long, or that the boot is a bounce intended to clear some state of wedgitude. See warm boot. the system after connecting the scanner or digital camera. This is a decided advantage for those who use the same connection for a number of peripherals, such as printers, scanners, digital cameras, etc. In addition, the USB connection is inherently faster. This means improved speed for data transfer. "The growth of USB digital camera and desktop scanner products is enormous," said Ron Glaz, Senior Research Analyst for Digital Cameras and Flatbed Scanners, International Data Corporation. "In the under $500 flatbed scanner market we expect to see 80% of new products to have USB interfaces by the end of next year." Agfa is ahead of the USB technology curve by currently offering 4 USB-compatible flatbed scanners in its SnapScan scanner family and 2 USB-compatible digital cameras in its ePhoto digital camera family. SnapScan 1236u and SnapScan 1236s The SnapScan 1236u incorporates the advantages of the widely acclaimed USB interface with the award-winning features of the SnapScan 1236s. In addition, the SnapScan 1236u includes ScanWise, the revolutionary new scanner driver designed for Agfa's family of SnapScan scanners. The specifications of the SnapScan 1236u and the SnapScan 1236s are identical - the differentiating factor between these two SnapScan units is the interface. The new SnapScan 1236u is fixed with universal serial bus (USB) connector, a one-size-fits-all, plug and play connection. The SnapScan 1236s has a SCSI-II interface. The SnapScan 1236u and 1236s scanners feature 36-bit color depth Same as bit depth. (12 bits per color) and true 600 x 1200 optical resolution (can be interpolated interpolated /in·ter·po·lat·ed/ (in-ter´po-la?ted) inserted between other elements or parts. up to 9600 dpi). The maximum scanning area of the SnapScan 1236u scanner is 8.5" x 11.7". The SnapScan 1236s and SnapScan 1236u also offer an optional automatic document feeder In multifunction or all-in-one printers, fax machines, photocopiers and scanners, Automatic Document Feeder or ADF is a feature which takes several pages and feeds the paper one page at a time into the scanner, allowing the user to scan (and thereby copy, print, or fax) (ADF (1) (Application Development Facility) An IBM programmer-oriented mainframe application generator that runs under IMS. (2) (Automatic Document Feeder) A paper stacker that feeds one sheet of paper at a time into the unit. ) and transparency module (TPO (Twisted Pair Only) Refers to the use of twisted pair wire when other options are available. For example, a TPO suffix at the end of 3com Ethernet adapter model numbers indicates the card has only an RJ45 connector. ), further extending the scanner's professional capabilities. Both are currently available in the U.S., at the suggested price of $249 and $220, respectively. The opportunity to add either the ADF or TPO is a factor that differentiates the 1236 series scanners from the SnapScan 1212p and SnapScan 1212u. The SnapScan 1236s and SnapScan 1236u are available on both PC and Macintosh(TM) platforms. (The 1236u requires Win 98 or Win NT) Both scanners are currently available in the U.S. for the suggested price of $199. SnapScan Touch The SnapScan Touch is a USB compatible, landscape-designed flatbed scanner best suited for home and small/office environments. The SnapScan Touch incorporates USB compatibility, with a revolutionary, simple-to-use push-button (electronics) push-button - A roughly fingertip-sized plastic cover attached to a spring-loaded, normally-open switch, which, when pressed, closes the switch. Typical examples are the keys on a computer or calculator keyboard and mouse buttons. system for scanning directly into e-mail, fax or printer. The SnapScan Touch also includes ScanWise an industry-leading scanner driver that now ships with all SnapScan scanners. The SnapScan Touch is a hybrid peripheral - able to perform on both PC or Mac platforms and available with seven different translucent color handles each providing a refreshing and unique look to the scanner. (The colors of the seven translucent handles are blue, red, teal, orange, lime, purple and Agfa silver). On the right side of the scanner is a touch pad shaped much like a paw, which supplies the user with options to email, fax or copy directly from the scanner at the press of a button. Each button can be set to the option most desired by the user - and switched at any time. The SnapScan Touch has an optical resolution of 600 x 1200 dpi (which can be interpolated up to 9600 dpi), 36-bit color depth and a scanning area of 8.5 x 11.7 inches. In the U.S. the SnapScan Touch is currently available at the manufacturer's suggested price of $129. SnapScan 1212u Both the SnapScan 1212u and SnapScan 1212u in Bondi Blue have an optical resolution of 600 x 1200 dpi (which can be interpolated up to 9600 dpi), 36-bit color depth and a scanning area of 8.5 x 11.7 inches. In addition, each scanner features Universal Serial Bus (USB) compatibility. The difference between the two 1212 series scanners is the design of the housing itself. The SnapScan 1212u ships in a traditional off-white shell, while the SnapScan 1212u in Bondi blue matches the color of the original iMac. The SnapScan 1212u in off-white and Bondi blue are currently available for the suggested prices of $99 and $129 respectively. The SnapScan 1212u (off-white and Bondi blue), the SnapScan Touch and the SnapScan 1236u now ship with ScanWise, a revolutionary new driver. ePhoto CL30 The ePhoto CL30 is a high-performing, easy-to-use mega-pixel digital camera for under $400. The ePhoto CL30 expands the range of camera choices by offering high-end features, including a USB (Universal Serial Bus) interface and a true resolution of one million pixels, for the price of an entry-level digital camera. Designed for the SOHO Soho (sōhō`, sə–), district of Westminster, London, England, known for its continental restaurants. Once a fashionable quarter, it became popular among writers and artists in the 19th cent. market, the ePhoto CL30 is ideal for anyone who requires high-quality, mega-pixel images at an affordable price. The ePhoto CL30 offers image resolution of 1.5 million pixels (a true 1 million pixel image enhanced by Agfa's PhotoGenie(TM) technology) and A 2X digital zoom Simulating a longer focal length in a digital camera via software. The digital zoom is accomplished via image enhancement software within the camera itself rather than the inherent mechanics of the physical zoom lens. For more details, see optical zoom. . The stylish and compact ePhoto CL30 features both an optical viewfinder The preview window on a camera that is used to frame, focus and take the picture. On analog cameras, the viewfinder is an eye-sized window that must be pressed against the face. Point-and-shoot digital cameras use small LCD screens that are viewed several inches from the eyes. and 1.8" color LCD screen perfect for framing shots or playing them back. The LCD screen features an "on" and "off" switch, so the user can make the most of the power supply. The digital camera operates on four AA-sized alkaline batteries and ships with a 4 MB CompactFlash(TM) card - enough storage capacity for 6 to 36 images depending on the resolution setting. The ePhoto CL30 is currently available for the suggested price of $399. ePhoto CL30 Clik! The ePhoto CL30 Clik! is the first digital camera to feature Iomega's Clik! drive See PocketZip disk. , built into the unit. The ePhoto CL30 Clik! is the only camera that offers 40MB of removable storage capacity, for less than $10 per Clik! disc. The stylish ePhoto CL30 Clik! digital camera features both an optical viewfinder and 1.8" color LCD screen - perfect for framing shots or playing them back. The LCD screen features an "on" and "off" switch, so the user can make the most of his or her power supply and extend the life of the batteries. The digital camera operates on four AA-sized alkaline batteries and ships with a 40MB Clik!(TM) disk enough capacity to store between 60 and 360 images, depending on the resolution setting. In addition to providing expanded storage Additional memory in IBM mainframes that is not normally addressable by applications. Introduced for the 3090 series, the data are usually transferred in 4K pages from expanded storage to central storage (main memory). See hiperspace. capacity, Clik! disks are an affordable solution for users looking to capture and easily organize the many images they may have on their memory cards. 40MB Clik! disks are currently available for an estimated street price of $9.99 (U.S.) each when purchased in a 10-pack. The technical specifications of the ePhoto CL30 Clik! are identical to those of the ePhoto CL30, offering optical megapixel resolution and USB connectivity. The ePhoto CL30 Clik! digital camera is a complete, out-of-the-box solution for most applications. Included are: camera, cables (PC, Video), AC adapter Same as power adapter. , powerful software, a 40MB Clik! removable disk A disk or disk cartridge that is inserted into the drive for reading and writing and removed when not required. Using optical technologies, CDs and DVDs are the most common examples. , one set of four AA-sized alkaline batteries and a soft protective case. In the U.S., the ePhoto CL30 Clik! digital camera will be available in November for the suggested price of $549. Agfa will offer a $50 mail-in rebate upon immediate availability of the ePhoto CL30 Clik! digital camera. Rebate coupons will be available to customers at national retail chain stores that carry the camera, as well as via the Agfa DTP See desktop publishing. DTP - desktop publishing Web site (www.agfahome.com/promotions/usa.html.). In addition, customers can obtain a rebate coupon via fax, by calling 617/747-0943. Initially, the ePhoto CL30 Clik! digital camera will be a PC-only digital camera. The ePhoto CL30 Clik! digital camera is scheduled to be available as a hybrid unit (able to work on both PC and Macintosh platforms) before the end of this year. About Agfa Agfa Corporation is a subsidiary of the Agfa-Gevaert Group, one of the world's leading imaging companies, headquartered in Mortsel, Belgium. Agfa develops, produces and markets analog and digital systems, primarily for the graphics, medical and industrial radiography Radiography is the use of ionising electromagnetic radiation to view objects in a way that can't be seen otherwise. Radiography in general should not be confused with the use of ionizing radiation to change or modify objects; radiography's purpose is strictly for viewing. , and consumer imaging and photography markets. Agfa Corporation, headquartered in Ridgefield Park Ridgefield Park, village (1990 pop. 12,454), Bergen co., NE N.J., on the Hackensack River; inc. 1892. Chiefly residential, it manufactures some paper goods. , NJ, employs 5,000 people. Worldwide, Agfa's annual sales are nearly $5 billion. |
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