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2. Cartridge SA PrinterCartridges

3. CSX Folder/Inserters

4. Nashua WideFormatMFPs

5. Kemtek BarCodeSolutions

6. Pitney Bowes BoxisShredders

7. Nashua WideFormatMFPs

8. CSX KodakScanMate

9. Toshiba ColourMFPs

10. w vos & Co Binding&Punching Systems

11. Kemtek BrotherLabelSolutions

12. Nashua SolutionsProvider

14a. S&N Labels LabellingSolutions

14b. Brother HighSpeedColour LaserMFP

15. Pitney Bowes BatsumiPrinter cartridges

16. Frama MailroomSolutions

17. Blue Print Solutions ColourMFP

18. Nashua ColourMFPs

20. Sanyo Projectors

21. Pitney Bowes CardSolutions

22. GAL Distributors MagicWand™Portable Scanner

23. Pitney Bowes MailroomSolutions

24. SACiA TradeAssociation

25. Sony SurveillanceSystems

26. DigiComm ProjectorRange

27. Spec Systems Card&LabelPrinters

28. Beswick Office Products BankersBox

29. GAL Distributors CardScan

30. Sony HDVideoConferencing Systems

31. SSC DymoLabelPrinters

32. Datacard Group CardPrinters

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Neopost DS-75: The advanced combination of productivity, versatility and convenience

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A re you working in an environment where mail matters and response time is key? With its compact footprint, large loading and unloading

capabilities and many enhanced features, the DS-75 brings you the highest level of convenience, productivity and versatility. With one scan, send a document to the network, to e-mail, to the printer, to fax to a USB drive, and to FTP – simultaneously!

Automatically adapting to all your needs:Thanks to the control panel with a graphical and intuitive touch screen, just select your job and you will be finished before you know it. Creating a new job using the exclusive load’n’Go intuitive procedure is extremely easy. Simply load your documents and envelopes, press start and the DS-75 automatically measures the length of all loaded documents and the envelope to adjust all settings and deliver the appropriate mail item.

Smart solutions to maximise ease of use:The DS-75 gives you quick, safe and easy access to all parts of the paper path, so you'll quickly be up and running again if a break in production occurs. Its exceptional ease of use and extraordinary quietness allow the DS-75 to adapt perfectly to any working environment.

Several configurations for a wide variety of mail items:Several feeder configurations allow you to design and deliver attractive messages and a truly professional mail set (with all documents folded together) every time,

opens up a whole new world of mail creation possibilities and helps you add OMR or BCR marks to process jobs with variable page sets per recipient. Automatic file sorting and merging capabilities optimise costs per recipient.

Monitor, secure and track your production output:Neopost offers you the security of knowing that your printed jobs are actually being mailed. Mail Piece Production Control adds a unique ID to each letter within the address block and builds an audit trail for each production job, giving you real-time quality control and detailed line-item reports.

CSX service and supportCSX provides a free one year maintenance agreement with every unit sold in South Africa. Call CSX today for more info.

for efficient direct mail campaigns. It also reduces the risk of jams and guarantees the integrity of your mail.

CSX Contact : Kirsty AshleyHelpline: 0860 670 000Tel : +27 11 663 9345 Fax : +27 11 663 9319Email : kirstya@csx.co.zaWebsite: www.csx.co.za

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Smart solutions to maximise flexibility:The flexFeed feeders process any document size or type while a unique semiautomatic envelope separation mechanism allows feeding of a wide variety of envelope types. Use almost any size/type of material to address prospective or current customers efficiently.

The solution for multiple pages and various inserts:To process documents with varying pages and inserts, simply select a grouping criterion, such as invoice number, and you can collate multiple pages for the same recipient or even define different additional inserts for each group of recipients.

Improve communication impact while reducing costs:Neopost’s print machine document software

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Highproductivity-ensuring•mailqualityandintegrityFullflexibility-creating•businessopportunitiesForanyenvironment-•everyuserwillloveitEasytouse-saving•valuabletime

Productivity made easy with the DS-75

Nashua Contact : KhekheGinindzaTel : +27112328135Fax : +27879424189Email : khekheg@nashua.co.zaWebsite :www.nashua.co.za

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TheAficio™MPW7140fromNashuaattains excellent quality whenprintingandscanning,andboastsacolourscannerasstandard.

The design combines space-savingmeasureswiththereliabilityanddurabilityessential toyou.Maximumuptimeandbusinesscontinuityareguaranteed.

Top Class ProductivityThenewMPW7140copiesandprintsuptosevenA0or14A1sheetsperminute.Documentsofup to 30 metrescanbescanned,printedorcopiedandwarm-uptimeislessthantwominutes.

Your Reliable PartnerReliableequipmentisthefirstrequirementforbusinessefficiency.RobustnessandlongdurabilityaretheMPW7140’strademarks.Thedeviceiscontinuallyproductivethankstoitsimpressivepapercapacityandeasytroubleshooting.

Broad Paper HandlingPaperformatsbetween182x210mmand914x30,000mmposenochallengetotheMPW7140.Withtwostandardrollfeeders,refillsarefarbetween.Forevenmorepapercapacity,optforanextratworollfeedersor2x250-sheetpapercassette.Withfourrolls,theMPW7140willholdallpapersizesyouneedatoncesothere’snoneedtochangerollsforajobonadifferentsizeofpaper.

Excellent Image QualityTheMPW7140reproducesthefinestlineswithoutfail.Nashuatechnologyand600dpiprintresolutionguaranteeimpeccableimagequality.

Standard Colour ScanningColourorB/Wdrawingscanbe scanned,revised andstored withtheAficio™MPW7140’sstate-of-the-art scanner.Digitisecolourdocumentswithout extra cost or scanto e-mail or toURL in one click,saving time andminimising networktraffic.*Editing,too,canbedonewithoutlosingtime.*Requires1GBextramemory(optional).

Safe and SecureItisvitaltokeepcirculatingdigitaldatafrompryingeyes.TheAficio™MPW7140livesuptothelatestsecuritystandards.

Smooth OperationPrintingandscanningcanbedoneatthesametime.Theremovablescanneroption*separatesprinterandscanunit,allowingseveralpeople toperform tasksat themachinesimultaneously.

A smaller-scale alternative: Aficio™ MP W5100 NeedthecompactnessandmanyfunctionsoftheMPW7140,butforsmallervolumes?TheAficio™MPW5100 isanattractivealternative.

Copying/printing/scanningat5A0and•10A1sheetsperminute.Standardcolour scannerandcolour•LCDdisplay.Cost-efficientinternalcontroller.•Largepapercapacity.•Easyoperation.•

Robust, durable and impressive – top quality wide format MFPsScan,printandcopydocumentsofupto30metresinlength–ononespace-savingmachine

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Effortless Job ManagementOperatingtheMPW7140isstraightforwardwith thewidecolourLCD touchscreen.Browsefoldersandcheckthecontentsoffilesonthedisplay.Managementtaskslikechangingthequeue,holdinganddeletingjobsalsohappenvia the touchpanel.Web ImageMonitor carriesout similarfunctions fromyourdesktopcomputer.

OUR 4-INCH MODEL IS SO POPULAR, WE’VE DEVELOPED A 9-INCH REWINDER.

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Kemtek 4” RewinderKEM RW 150

Kemtek 9” RewinderKEM RW 180

Complementing our existing free standing 4” rewinder, our new free standing 9” model is a first on the local market. Both of these robust machines feature in/out wind direction and an integrated slip clutch for regulated speeds.

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Big performance, small footprint wide format multifunctional from Nashua

You know what you want from your wide-format printer. It must process your workflow fast and at an attractive cost.

Big performance, small footprint: Aficio™ MP W2401/ MP W3601 A dream combination: affordable wide-format document production in a compact footprint. You can securely copy, scan, distribute and archive with one surprisingly compact unit. With their top-of-the-range optional colour scanner and speed of 6.4 A1 pages per minute (MP W3601), these devices offer productivity improvements for the busy office. You can process a variety of paper sizes from A4 up to A0: opt for the two roll configuration or the additional 250-sheet paper cassette (up to A3).

Single Space-Saving FootprintFor such heavy weight performers, the Af icio™MP W2401/ MP W3601 take up surprisingly little space. No wonder they are the most compact devices in their class. You certainly won’t need a separate print room, which saves valuable office space.

Nashua Contact : Khekhe GinindzaTel : +27 11 232 8135 Fax : +27 87 942 4189email : khekheg@nashua.co.zawebsite : www.nashua.co.za

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enhanceyourwide-formatworkflowwithNashua’sAficio™MPw2401/MPw3601

The 8.5- inch LCD colour touch-panel allows you to access all the device’s great functions. Its status is clearly visible and a login/logout hard key enables rapid user authentication. Documents can be previewed in full-colour thumbnails.A simplified display with fewer keys and a larger font allows visually impaired users to operate the devices confidently. And to make the devices even more user-friendly, they support 18 languages.

Highly SecureBoth devices incorporate t h e l a te s t le vel of security features to meet customer requirements in this area. They support security standards IEEE 802.11 WEP and WPA/WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i). WPA/WPA2 is an interoperable Wi-Fi security specification introduced by Wi-Fi Alliance. It provides a high level of assurance to enterprises and small businesses. Your data remains fully protected; only authorized users are able to access your networks.

Maximum UptimeWith the aid of clear, step-by-step animated guidance the touch-panel guides you smoothly through toner replacement procedures or any irregularities such as a paper jam. The paper jam clearance mechanism itself is refreshingly simple. Side guides enable easy lower tray stacking.

Extremely compact • design.Optional colour scanner • with variety of standard features.Very easy to use – large • LCD touch-panel.Latest security features • fully incorporated.Superb productivity: • 4.4/6.4 ppm (A1) and 2.4/3.4 ppm (A0).

Scan, Distribute, ShareThe optional built- in colour scanner is guar-anteed to increase your productivity. You can revise large format drawings in colour: add comments, scan the drawings and distribute. Scan to email, folder or URL is also possible. Or scan originals at a high resolution of 600 dpi and save them on a USB memory device or SD memory card.The MP W2401/ MP W3601 even allow you to preview scanned documents before transmission.

Easy To OperateI f y o u u s e other Nashua devices you will immediately feel at home.

Environmentally FriendlyNashua’s Aficio™ wide format printers have eco-friendly and money-saving features such as a short warm-up time (less than 120 seconds), increased toner yield and low power consumption. They also comply with the RoHS directive. In addition, Nashua products are Energy star compliant. This means less C02 is produced in providing the energy needed to run Nashua devices.

The compact Kodak ScanMate i920 Scanner saves desk space with its small footprint, and saves time by automating repetitive tasks.

Plus, it creates crisp, clear images and easily readable text on the first scan.

So you can make quick work of your scanning tasks. And get back to business.

With Kodak’s Smart Touch functionality, the ScanMate i920 gets important business documents into your information network in an instant.

That’s because Smart Touch automates multiple-step scanning operations by capturing, processing, and sending information for you.

At the touch of a button, Smart Touch helps you make e-mail attachments, picture files, searchable PDFs, and more. Plus it files documents or sends them to “the cloud.”

For example, if a business configured its ID card scanning process as Option 2, an employee could simply select “2” on the scanner display.

The ID card would be scanned, processed, and its image sent to the proper destination — automatically.

The Kodak ScanMate i920 scanner. The small, but powerful way to clear your desk and get ahead of your day.

helps you easily edit and synchronise business card info with your contact applications

• Integrate easily: TWAIN and ISIS drivers allow quick compatibility with most scanning software

• Do more: Kodak Capture Pro Software lets you quickly scan, process, utilise, and manage documents — no third-party software to buy

CSX service and supportCSX provides a free one year maintenance agreement with every unit sold in South Africa. Call CSX today for more info.

Seven great things you can do with the Kodak ScanMate i920 Scanner to get ahead:• Save space: Compact, highly portable

design takes up less desk space

• Save time: Kodak’s Smart Touch performs multiple-step scanning and organising operations automatically

• Make great images: Kodak’s Perfect Page document imaging is built in — just press the button and get great images with bright colours and crisp text

• Scan it all: Reliably handles a wide range of documents with the 20-sheet automatic document feeder, including extra-long documents, business cards, ID cards, and embossed hard cards

• Stay in contact: Bundled software

The information organiser that won't take up your whole desk. Or your whole day.

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CSX Contact : Kirsty AshleyHelpline : 0860 670 000Tel : +27 11 663 9345 Fax : +27 11 663 9319Email : kirstya@csx.co.zaWebsite : www.csx.co.za

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The information organizer that won’t take up your whole desk.Or your whole day.

ScanMate i920 Scanner

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Eight great things you can do with the Kodak ScanMate i920 Scanner to get ahead.

Save space Compact, highly portable design takes up less desk space

Save time Kodak’s Smart Touch performs multiple-step scanning and organizing operations automatically

Make great images Kodak’s Perfect Page document imaging is built in — just press the button and get great images with bright colors and crisp text

Scan it all Reliably handles a wide range of documents with the 20-sheet automatic document feeder, including extra-long documents, business cards, ID cards, and embossed hard cards

Stay in contact Bundled software helps you easily edit and synchronize business card info with your contact applications

Integrate easily TWAIN and ISIS drivers allow quick compatibility with most scanning software

Do more Kodak Capture Pro Software lets you quickly scan, process, utilize, and manage documents — no third-party software to buy

Get peace of mind Our three-year limited warranty supports Kodak’s commitment to superior workmanship

Know what it feels like to get ahead.The compact Kodak ScanMate i920 Scanner saves desk space with its small

footprint, and saves time by automating repetitive tasks. Plus, it creates

crisp, clear images and easily readable text on the first scan. So you can

make quick work of your scanning tasks. And get back to business.

With Kodak’s Smart Touch functionality, the ScanMate i920 gets important

business documents into your information network in an instant. That’s

because Smart Touch automates multiple-step scanning operations by

capturing, processing, and sending information for you. At the touch of a

button, Smart Touch helps you make e-mail attachments, picture files,

searchable PDFs, and more. Plus it files documents or sends them to “the

cloud.” For example, if a business configured its ID card scanning process

as Option 2, an employee could simply select “2” on the scanner display.

The ID card would be scanned, processed, and its image sent to the proper

destination — automatically.

The Kodak ScanMate i920 Scanner. The small, but powerful, way to clear

off your desk and get ahead of your day.

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hour!

German-engineered Renz binding machines add the perfect finishing touch to your documents and presentation material

Document binding systems with punch

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W. Vos & Co Contact : AyleenTel :0114937139Distributors : CT :0214243140Dbn :0313129325PE :0415861146Email :info@wvos.co.zaWebsite :www.wvos.co.za

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Ringwire bindingIsRenz’s speciality,makingdocumentseasytobindwiththisverypopularbindingmethod.

Plastic comb bindingRenzplasticcombpunchingandbindingmachines are of an all-metal, robustconstruction,towithstandrigoroususe.Theiruser-friendly,efficientdesignspeedsup the binding operation and boostsproductivity.

Spiral bindingRenz’sspiralbindingmachinespunchuniqueovalholesthatmakeitveryeasytowindinthespiralelement.Andthesuperrobustconstructionensuresmaximumpunchingthroughput.

Punching machinesCopyshopsandbinderiesneedefficientpunchingsystemstocopewithveryhighvolumes–andRenzhasarangeofversatilemachines that meet these stringentdemands.

Renz,a rangeof efficientpunch/bindingmachines,madeinGermanytolast.ProudlymarketedinSouthAfricabyW.Vos&Coforover25

years.

Machines to suit your budgetForsmallbinding requirements tohugevolumeapplications,Renz’slargerangeofpunchingandbindingequipmenthasthesolution.

Andeachwith interchangeablepunchingdiesforallbindingmethods.

All your binding requirementsWhy use inferior supplies with yoursophisticatedbindingmachines?

The Renz range of machines andconsumablesfromWVos&Coareofthebestqualityandarecompetitivelypricedtoenhanceyourpresentationsandprotectyourdocuments.

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SRW/Eco S 360

RingwireBindingin3:1and2:1pitch-theinternationalstandard.

•Punchesupto25sheets•Bindsupto300sheets•Bindingwidth340mm

Combi E

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•Punchesupto30sheets•Bindsupto450sheets•340mmbindingwidth

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•Punchesupto40sheets•Punchingwidth:500mm•Interchangeabledies

Combi S

Durableplasticcombbindingmachine•Punchesupto25sheets•Fullyadjustable

DTP 340 M

Electric,heavyduty,bindingpunchforallformats.

•Interchangeabledies•Punchwidth:340mm•For3:1/2:1ringwire,plastic

combandspiralbindingholes

The Renz AP360 fully automatic punching system

NATIONAL: 0861 KEMTEK • JHB: +27 (0)11 624 8000 • PTA: +27 (0)12 804 1410 • DBN: +27 (0)31 700 9363 CPT: +27 (0)21 521 9600 • PE: +27 (0)41 582 5222 • www.kemtek.co.za

Print professional, high quality labels quickly and easily with the Brother QL-570 thermal label printer. Its integrated P-Touch technology allows you to create customized, original layouts for your labels. The P-Touch Editor software means you can incorporate bar codes, graphics, true type fonts and even frames and tables into your label designs. A badge solution works with your PC to create professional identification badges and efficient report generation within easy reach. Best of all, the QL-570 is both PC and Mac compatible and so simple to use that your office or home will soon be a case study in organization.

The Brother QL-570. Brings real organization to any organization.

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Nashua provides a clear value to customers looking for best-in-class applications and infrastructure that can support their business flows

and that are, at the same time, affordable and easily deployed and managed.

In today’s business scenario, organisations that have yet to modernise and update their business infrastructure are finding wide inefficiencies between what exists and what is possible. Often obsolete software and hardware is left to manage key aspects of an organisation’s operations with little or no collaboration between the different back end systems and data capturing hardware.

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...with our solutions we meet all business needs.

The consequence is lost time, lost money, and putting you last through weak performance.

As organisations grow, total automation of its business operations would ultimately be required. When that happens, a Total Business Solution (TBS) would need to be put in place. An effective Total Business Solution (TBS) reduces costs, saves money, and drives performance.

Streamline the way you work and enhance your organisation’s performance. Work more efficiently by bringing team members, tools and information together in collaborative workplaces. See how companies are solving critical business problems with Nashua Solutions, unique model to deliver best-in-class business solutions.

Key Benefits:Complete solution. By combining Nashua Office Automation with Nashua Mobile’s infrastructure offerings, this alliance is bringing specific, end-to-end hardware, software, and services solutions to mid size customers. This saves mid size companies the effort of piecing together a solution themselves while providing a solution with the appropriate configuration “sized” for their specific requirements.

Benefits of product breadth and scope. The extensiveness of the Nashua product portfolio, with its reusable building blocks for sustainable business process improvement, along with reference configurations for different classes of hardware, provides a robust platform for companies to pursue

system standardisation and best-practice replication.

Scalable. With Nashua, businesses can implement the same business applications that are run by the largest enterprises, meaning they will not need to change their applications as their businesses grow.

Highly configurable. Leveraging the capabilities of Nashua, solutions are adapted to companies’ specific business flow needs based on granular industry specifications as well as geography, without the cost, timeline, or “lock-in” associated with custom code. With our solutions we are targeting a variety of different business needs and vertical market requirements.

Reduced time to value. Nashua enable applications to be quickly configured and deployed, and the availability of reference configurations means the entire hardware plus software solution can be implemented rapidly.

Nashua provides a solution that contains all products and services in one delivery

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Nashua Contact : BenSheppardTel : +27112328190Fax : +27879446939Email : bens@nashua.co.zaWebsite :www.nashua.co.za

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Ease of purchase.Nashuaallowsmidsizecustomerstoaccessthesesolutionsthroughthechanneltheyalreadyknowand/orwhoiswithintheirgeographicregionorlocality.

Reduced risk.Withreferenceconfigurationsconsistingofsetupguidestoleadfranchisesthrough setups that are appropriately“sized”fortheneedsofcustomers,solutionscanbeimplementedmorequicklyandwithlessrisk.

Focus on higher value-added offerings. Withthisinitiative,Nashuacanspendlesstimeandeffortonthecoreinstallation.Thisbenefitscustomersbecause franchiserscan spendmoreattention focusingonhighervalue-addedservices.

What We Do:Nashuadeliversaneasy topick-what-you-needservice,accessibleforallsizesofcompanies tocentrallymanage theirbusinessprocessesnomatterwhereveryouareyoucanbeinconstanttouchwithyourbusiness.

NashuaSolutionsintegratestheinformationusedbyanorganisation’smanydifferentdepartmentalfunctionsintoanElectronicDocumentManagementSystem(EDMS).

NashuaSolutionsisdesignedtomodelandautomatemanyofthebasicprocessesofabusinessorganisationbeginning fromcustomer inquirystagetomanufacturingmanagement,withagoalof integratinginformationacrossthecompany.

Itusesmultipleplatformstobringcustomers,dealers, suppliers,manufacturersandemployeestogether.

Some industries that have benefitted from Nashua’s total solution offerings

Direct Marketing:Assists in maintaining accurate•customerdata.BetterCustomer servicebywayof•promptresponseandfollowup.

Logistic Industry:Helps inconveyingvital information•toallstakeholdersandothers,dealingwiththecompany.Facilitateconnectivityandintegration•inalltheassociatedareas.

Medical Practitioner:Integratingclinicsat yourdifferent•locations.Easy&fastaccesstopatientdatafrom•yourdifferentclinics.Maintainingaccuratehealthrecordsof•thepatients.

Non-Governmental Organisations:HelpNGOswith better andmore•efficientmanagementoftheiraccountsandfinances.Increasestheefficiency,lowerscost,•generatesmoretimelyreports.Facilitates better control over the•organisation’soperations.

Education Institute:Maintain database of students,•employees,trustees,etc.Maintainrecordsofstudentfees,staff•salary,instituteexpenses,etc.Keep track of student academic•performanceculturalfestivals,events,seminars,etc.

Real Estate:Properprojectschedulinginstageswith•costsandallocationofresources.Remote project monitoring with•generationofvarioustimely reportsfrommultiplework sitesandheadoffice.

Insurance agent:Maintaincompletecustomerdatabase•alongwiththeirpolicydetails.Maintain database of insurance•policies.Trackpremiumduedatesandsend•reminderstoclients.

Courier Service:Trackwhenandwhosignedforgoods•received.Trackreceiptofpaymentsfromcust-•omersalongwithpaymentreminders.

ThedesignofNashuaSolutionsfacilitatesclearintegrationofmodulesthusprovidingflowofinformationbetweenallfunctionswithinanorganisation.

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Complete Labelling SolutionsS & N Labels’ fully equipped tech-

nologically advanced factory produces an extensive range of labels for total

labelling solutions to meet diverse application requirements.

Unsurpassed range • Die-cut self adhesive labels • Blank labels • Flexo printed • Four colour labels with lamination • Three colour with UV varnish • Thermal transfer premium • Direct thermal • Semi-gloss• Polypropylene

• Highly specialised void and polyester materials

• Thermal Transfer Ribbons.

Official dealer S & N Labels is an approved reseller of the Zebra range of printers.

S & n lables pre-printing bureauFor pre-printing of barcodes, graphics and serial numbers. S&N Labels – for unsurpassed levels of quality and service.

S&N Labels Head Office : SALESTel : (011) 397 6623 Fax : (011) 397 6624Email : sales@snlabels.co.zaDurban : SALESTel : (031) 764 6555 Fax : (031) 764 6556Email : durban@snlabels.co.zaEastern Cape : SALESTel : (041) 364 3088 Fax : (041) 364 2745Western Cape : Tel : 0860 110 244 Fax : 0866 298 236Email : sales@snlabels.co.zaWebsite : www.snlabels.co.za

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MFC-9840CDWHigh speed colour laser multifunction printer with automatic duplex & fax

Automated Solutions Tel : (011) 326 2552 Fax : (011) 781 0228 Email : richard@automatedsolutions.co.zaWebsite relaunch: www.automatedsolutions.co.za

The best choice for your workgroupThe perfect solution for small and medium sized businesses, the MFC-9840CDW easily and efficiently handles the many demands from multiple users. With built-in 10/100 Base TX Ethernet and Wireless Network, it's easy for everyone to print, scan, copy and fax across the network.Incredible colour printing and faxingWith exceptional output quality at up to 2400 x 600 dpi, the MFC-9840CDW makes it easy to produce high-quality colour reports, brochures, and presentations, at up to 20ppm in colour or black and white. And you can send and receive colour or mono fax messages at unbelievable speeds.Easy colour copying and scanningFax, copy and scan from a variety of document types using either the automtic document feeder or the flatbed. Handy backlit function keys enable you to easily identify and switch between these functions

The MFC-9840CDW does everything in one reliable, networked space-saving solution.

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most important franking functions, menu-guided through every step.

Frama (Pty) Ltd Contact : JHB : 011 463 9042 Fax : 011 463 1058KZN : 031 539 6189 CT : 021 425 8075Email : sales@frama.co.zaWebsite : www.frama.co.za

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Equipped with the exclusive Frama ComTouch™, Mailmax represents the latest generation in intelligent franking

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Mailmax incorporates all the exclusive Frama user benefits that ensure your postal operations will be ever more

efficient and comfortable.

Maximum modularity & efficiencyDigital all the way from ComTouch™ to high-quality ink-jet printing. Modular from the basic model right up to the fully automatic Mailmax II franking system, Mailmax is modular in function too:• automatically apply all your most-used

mail categories with a single key-stroke

• Obtain an overview of who’s using which mail services most quickly and easily at any time.

• Print out an overall postage expense report directly from the franking system or analyse it in detail on your PC

Adding value to your office: Frama Folder P7005typesoffolds,3foldingmodes...uniqueinitspriceclass

The Frama Folder P700 pays for itself, whether you need to fold just a few sheets a day or send out larger mailings with invoices or produce your own advertising/marketing material.

Highly capableThe P700 is capable of more than just stack work (Standard Mode). In Daily Post mode, it can simultaneously fold up to four sheets – and staple them. In Batch Mode, it assembles and serially counts – ideal when you need multiple copies for each sales rep for customer handouts.

VersatileSingle fold, C-fold, Z-fold, double fold and window fold. You get quality, versatility and performance – and rapid progress in every task.After just a week’s use, you’ll be wondering how you ever did without it.

Frama Access B400:Letteropenerswithslittingtechnologyforthebestresults

With its sophisticated slitting technique, the Frama Access B400 letter opener is the ideal assistant for the processing of both small and large amounts of mail. It is the only

letter opener in the world that can slit and open letters up to 10 mm thick. If needed, letters can even be opened on three sides!

Unique technologyThis unique slitting technology means you no longer risk damaged letter contents and need not dispose of cutting waste. Large format letters up to C4 / B4 can be conveniently inserted and opened and the large feed table enables the Access B400 to process large formats, even from stacks.

Frama’s Access B400: The only letter opener in the

world that can slit and open letters up to 10 mm thick.

Mailmax. Upgradable to a fully automatic intelligent franking system

Mailmax. Upgradable to a fully automatic intelligent franking system

High-quality ink-jet technology transfers postal data and advertising messages to paper precisely – sharp and smear-free. Variable 2D data matrix barcodes also benefit from the high print quality.

ComTouch™ System IntelligenceOne touch is all you need to perform the

Key features:• Letter thicknesses up to 8mm• 9 programmable fixed values • Up to 250 password-protected cost-

centres with reset table value and item counters

• Special tariff calculation programme and postal franking data captioning

• Automatic date-change• Programmable high-value blocking• Eight storable advertising clichés• Automatic tariff calculation

Mailmax II speedThe fully automatic version: Its automatic Feeder/Sealer makes franking even faster and easier – up to 10 000 letters can be ready to dispatch within one hour – stamped, carrying all the necessary postal information, even automatically sealed if you wish. For more information, call Frama today.

High productivity, high reliability, high quality colour MFPs from Nashua

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High productivity. High reliability. High quality. Nashua’s Aficio™ MP C6501SP/MP C7501SP offer them all.

Truly multifunctional with printer, scanner and optional fax, these colour MFPs conveniently replace individual office devices.

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The Aficio™MP C6501SP/MP C7501SP colour multifunctionals help your business run smoother

Highly flexible:Cut costs by reducing outsourcing, while maintaining the highest professional standards.

The MP C6501SP/MP C7501SP handle a variety of paper types as heavy as 300 g/m2 and in sizes up to A3+. Stationery, reports, handouts or flyers – you can produce them all in-house.

One-pass duplex scanning streamlines your workflow while fast print speeds help your business run smoother.

Workflow efficiency is further increased and user-friendliness enhanced with Nashua’s new App2Me software platform, while personalising your interaction with the MFP is easy, by using downloadable Widgets.

Personalised settings:The MP C6501SP/MP C7501SP come pre-installed with Nashua’s App2Me software platform. This new technology platform runs Widgets, enabling users to personalise how they interact with the MFP.

These single-task software applications are automatically detected by any App2Me ready MFP once they are installed on a connected PC, laptop or compatible smartphone.

Press the App2Me button and your Widgets will be shown on the colour display of the MFP. You will have fast access to the latest tools and applications available.

Easy operation:Choose a user-friendly solution. The MP C6501SP/MP C7501SP are easy to install, use and service.

Working with these multifunctional devices requires no special training. Their large colour LCD touch screen has a straightforward user interface.

Toner and paper replacements are a simple task, while animated procedures help you troubleshoot in seconds.

• Print speed: Full colour: 60-70 prints/min

B&W: 65-75 prints/min• Print resolution: 600 - 1200 dpi• Printer language: Standard: PCL5c, PCL6, XPS

Optional: Adobe® PostScript® 3™• Copy speed: Full colour: 60-70 prints/min

B&W: 65-75 prints/min• Copy resolution: 600 dpi• warm-up time: Less than 60 seconds• Zoom: 25 - 400% (in 1% steps)• Scan resolution: 600 dpi• Output formats: TIFF, PDF, High compression PDF,

JPEG• Original size: A5 - A3+ (297 x 432 mm)

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Top quality colour:Give your documents a professional edge by adding colour; it will help you get your message across better. Impress with the vibrancy and accuracy of the MP C6501SP/MP C7501SP’s colour prints.

Nashua’s PxP™ toner and state-of-the-art image processing technology ensure excellent registration and perfect colour density.

High productivity, high reliability, high quality colour MFPs from Nashua

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Nashua Contact :NatalieVonGerickeTel : +27112328134Fax : +27112328441Email : natalievg@nashua.co.zaWebsite :www.nashua.co.za

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Advanced finishing:Addthatspecialfinishingtouch–withoutleavingtheoffice.Staple,punch,foldandsort documents. Createbookletswithstapledorringedbindings. Insertoneortwocovers.

Spiceupyourdocumentswithabroadrangeofbookletfinishingoptions.

important.Preventdataabusebyerasingtemporary information from the harddiskdrive.Protectdocumentsagainstunauthorisedcopyingwith theoptionalCopyDataSecurityUnit,whichaddsaninvisiblewatermarktoyourprintouts.

Secureyourprint jobswithaPINcodetoavoidothersseeingthecontentoftheprints.

Environmentally friendly:Nashua products help you lower theenvironmentalimpactofyourofficeaswellasloweringyourcost,througheco-friendlyandmoney-saving featuressuchas fastduplexprintingandcopying,ultralowsleepmode,shortwarm-uptimeandincreasedtoneryield.

Thus,paper, timeandenergyaresavedwhilewasteandcostsarereduced.

Inaddition,NashuaproductsareEnergyStar compliant.Thismeans lessC02 isproducedinprovidingtheenergyneededtorunNashuadevices.

Secure:Security is becomingmore andmore

The Aficio™MP C6501SP/MP C7501SP colour multifunctionals conveniently

replace individual office devices.

Tel : 0861101341Email :sales@cherokeesa.co.zaWebsite :www.cherokeesa.co.za

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Naturally suited foruse in largevenuessuchasconferenceroomsandlecturehalls,Sanyo’sXM150/XM150L and XM100/XM100L

projectorsarealsoidealforprojectingdigitalsignageinbrightplaces.

Withahighlyreliablenewopticalenginewithinorganicpanels,theXM150/XM150L

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allowstheprojectorandthescreentobecentredtogether,whichnotonlymakesdesignandinstallationmucheasier,butalsooffersasenseofgreaterstabilitythroughsymmetryof thepositioningbetweenprojectorandscreen.

Power vertical/horizontal lens shiftTheprojectorsareequippedwithaPoweredVertical/HorizontalLensShiftfunctionandanElectricalZoom/Focusfunctionthatletsyouadjusttheprojectionpositionwithouthavingtomovetheprojector.

Thismakesiteasytoachievefinepositioningadjustments,usingtheremotecontrol,evenforprojectorsinstalledinhighplaces.

Powered zoom and focusZoom and focus can be carried outelectronically,soadjustmentsaresmoothandeasy.Usingtheremotecontrolmeansadjustmentscanbecarriedouteasilyfromadistance.

Corner keystone correctionTheinnovativeCornerKeystonefunctioncorrectstrapezoidaldistortion.Tosquarethe image, simply designate the fourcornerswiththeremotecontrolorprojectorbuttons.

Thecorrecteddataisstoredinmemory,sorectangularscreenscanbedisplayedwithpermanentlyinstalledprojectorsatlecturehallandconferenceroom

SBMS is the appointed Sanyo Specialist for sales, repairs & supplies.

XGA Multimedia portable projectors – higher brightness, reliable operation and flexible usage

hasabrightnessof6000lumensandahighcontrastof1000:1,puttingitatthetopofitsclassinperformance.

Lens centre layout (symmetry)Asymmetricaldesignwiththelensinthecentreoftheprojectorhasbeenadoptedtosuitceilinginstallationinparticular.This

Higherluminositywithimprovedcolouraccuracyandclarity

7000 ANSI lumens, true XGA QuaDrive portable projector

Amazing brightness, high contrastThefirstprojectortolaunchthisinnovativenewQuaDriveengineisthePLC-XP200L,atanamazing7000 lumens.Coupledwithanimpressive2200:1contrastratio,it generates clearer, richerandmorebeautifulimagesthanwaseverpossiblewithhighbrightness3LCDprojectors.

Sharper, brighter displays in large venuesEquippedwithahigh-output,330wattsinglelampdesignedforexceptionallightefficiency, thePLC-XP200Lgeneratessharperandbrighterdisplaysinlargehallsandmeetingrooms–andits4LCDdesigniswell suited fordigital signageandadvertisinginbrightlylitenvironments.

Call SBMS today for more information.

ThelatestSANYOopticalengine,QuaDrive,addsaColourControlDevice to conventional 3LCDsystems.TheadditionalColour

ControlDevice in its optical engineautomatically controls theamountofyellowlightintheimage,producinghigherluminositywithimprovedcolouraccuracyandclarity.

Thedemandforevenbrighterprojectorscontinues to come from the field assystemsintegratorsareaskedtoinstallvideodisplaysinextremelylargevenuessuchasconventionhalls, conferencerooms,auditoriumsandmore.

SANYO’sinnovativesolutionovercomesthe limitations of 3LCD technology,opening theway for newprojectorscapableofextremelyhigh luminositywithoutthetradeoffincolouraccuracy.

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Easily scan your documents or photos, wherever you are

Magic Wand™ – portable scanner

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The Magic Wand™ Portable Scanner from GAL Distributors allows you to scan the documents that matter the most to you, wherever you are, and

back them up onto your computer or directly onto a Micro SD card.The Magic Wand™ portable scanner's microSD card slot holds a microSD memory card (up to 32GB) for storing the scanned documents. A USB cable is also included, so you can connect to your computer to download the scanned documents, so as to free up memory on the SD Card.

No desk space requiredThe Magic Wand™ eliminates the footprint that full size scanners take up on your desk top, plus it gives you the instant ability to capture data, photos or images anytime, anywhere. You’ll be amazed at how often this comes in handy! Scan colour and monochromatic images, documents and magazine pages in less than a minute at standard resolution.

Fast and convenient way to scan, archive and organiseScan articles, important legal and financial documents, letters or diary entries and archive them. Turn stacks of documents into organised digital files and more!

The Magic Wand™ is capable of scanning A4-sized pages at up to 600x600 resolution.

A scan at full resolution of an A4 page will take about 28 seconds, while scanning in black and white takes less than four seconds.

Lightweight and portableCarry the Magic Wand™ with you anywhere. – it fits easily into any briefcase or laptop bag.

Save as editable files using OCROptical Character Recognition (OCR) software is included, allowing you to convert and export scanned files for editing.

DPI (dots per inch)

Status LCD display

C/BW (colour or black and white)

Power/Scan

GAL Distributors Contact : Michael JanetTel : 083 286 0029Call Centre: 011 453 1356 Fax : 086 520 2412Email : mike@galsa.co.za

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Launch Price

R1295,00 incl. Vat

No connection to your computer required!

Fits snugly into any bag

Scan documents ....

Scan articles ....

The Magic Wand™ runs on two AA batteries and automatically powers off when not in use after approximately three minutes.It’s compatible with both Windows and Mac and requires no driver for transferring the scanned documents.

Call GAL Distributors today for more info!

Dealers welcome!

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Question: When selecting a vendor for your next AV installation, which of these items is the LEAST important item you should consider?

a. Price quoted for the projectb. Installation quality of the installations deptc. Company reputation in the marketplaced. Financial stability of the supplier

Answer: (a) In today’s tough economic climate it’s obviously important to consider price as an important factor in choosing a supplier for your next AV installation. But choosing a supplier based on price alone is a sure-fire path to failure and an ineffective AV solution. Chose a vendor based on their ability to provide an AV solution that meets your requirements and make sure you’re buying from a reputable organization with certified staff and the resources to back-up your installation on a long-term basis.

SACIA is the leading trade association for the professional AV industry in Southern Africa. We promote the adoption of professional standards in the local market and our members commit to truth, honesty and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of the audiovisual profession.When you’re looking for a reputable supplier with a proven track record in the professional AV market, our members are a good place to start. For more information on SACIA and a full list of members, please visit www.sacia.org.za

An informed business choice

The South African Communications Industries Association is a not-for-profit Trade Association committed to

promoting the adoption of professional standards in the audiovisual industry throughout Africa.

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Sony ensures surveillance doesn’t have to be complicated or costly

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The digital world has launched business consumers into a feeding frenzy. So much of technology is focused on making things faster,

smaller, digitally compliant, plug and play, affordable and maintenance free.

As a result, some of the immensely practical and easy to understand technologies run a risk of being replaced by those that are a lot more complicated, extremely computer reliant, and even, in some cases, too challenging to consider.

Keeping it simpleSony recognises that surveillance doesn’t have to be complicated and demonstrates this point by including some highly useful additions to its (otherwise digitally driven) surveillance camera range to keep it simple.

The basics of surveillance are very much understood by Sony and these very practical analogue cameras still permit store owners, shopping centre management concerns, banking, office and the general corporate sectors to enjoy most of the benefits of general surveillance without making it complicated.

Regardless of how sophisticated sur-veillance can be, particularly with the digital era, the basic necessities of surveillance remain simple: being able to record for lengthy periods of time and to store visual evidence of what happens in a specific area so it can be used to identify specific issues post occurrence. The visual recording must also be of a quality that permits accurate and verifiable feedback.

Easy to operate analogue mini-dome colour camerasExceptionally easy to operate, Sony’s SSC-11 and SSC-21 mini analogue dome cameras are simply connected to a DVR (Digital Video Recorder) which records everything the cameras see – and then stores the data until

a predefined limit is reached. Once the limit is reached, the oldest data will be overwritten so recording can continue. (These analogue recorders can store data for weeks if the storage capacity is big enough).

From here, the content management is controlled by a simple set-up process, not requiring specific computer skills.

Sony Contact : Edward NyingeniTel : 011 690 3200 (ext 3304)Email : Edward.Nyingeni@ap.sony.comWebsite : www.pro.sony.eu

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SSC-N21/N21A: Analogue Colour Mini-Dome Cameras

High resolution (650 horizontal TV lines)• High sensitivity•

Variable focal length• Horizontal viewing angle: 27.4 - 99.5 degrees•

SSC-N11/N11A: Analogue Colour Mini-Dome Cameras

540 TV Line resolution• High sensitivity•

Fixed focal length•

level,so that both highlight and dark areas can be seen effectively. iBLC compensates for exposure levels in dark scenes to improve subject visibility, while ATW (Automatic Tracing White) balance automatically adjusts the camera’s white balance to adapt to sudden changes in lighting conditions.The cameras are also equipped with Sony's newly developed DSP which provides horizontal resolutions of 540TVL (SSC-N11A) and 650TVL (SSC-N21A). Coupled with 12 bit A/D signal processing, 2D noise reduction and various image enhancement technologies, these cameras offer outstanding value for a wide variety of surveillance applications. Call Sony today for more info.

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Manually adjustable tilt, panning and rotating function A new three-hinge structure makes camera angle adjustment easy and flexible.

Outstanding value and featuresThese compact and discreet dome cameras offer outstanding value for a wide variety of indoor security and surveillance monitoring applications.They're equipped with electrical day/night capability and Adaptive Tone Reproduction for gradation of the subjects to an optimum

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DigiCommContact : RajenNaidooTel : 0119071065Cell : 0835167604Email :rajen@digi-comm.co.zaWebsite :www.digi-comm.co.za

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TheFullHDprojectioncapabilitiesoftheSP-A600giveyouanentertainmentexperience transcendinganythingyouhaveeverseenbefore:dynamic

colours,dramaticdetailandincredibleimagesdisplayedatthehighestresolution.

Samsung DLP 1080p TechnologyFull HD 1920x1080p native resolution forsmooth,seamlessimages;24 frame True Film Mode for a cinematic experiencethat rivals that of the theatre; andanultra-fastDLPchip,witha16microsecondpixelresponsetime,sohighspeedimages(movies,games,andsports)arereproducedtoperfectionwithpowerandprecision.Withacontrast ratio of 3,000:1, theSP-A600realiseseveryshadeofthespectrum,fromdeep,dynamicblacktopure,pristine

With 2,500 ANSI Lumensbrightness, a weight of2.5 kg, and5,000hourslamp life, theSamsung

M Seriesredefinestheartofportableprojection.With 3LD technologyforpure,precise colour, enhancedmultimediaplayback functionsandapowerful7Wbuilt-inspeaker, theSamsungMSeriesprojectorsputpowerintoyourhighimpactpresentations.Theircompactsizeanduser-friendlydesignmakethemidealformobileuse.Witheasy lamp and filter replacement and one-touch foot release,theycanbeset-upandmaintainedinseconds.Call DigiComm for more info – Official Samsung Projector Distributors. Trade enquiries welcome.

Super-stylish,ultra-compactSamsungP410M Pocket Projectors featurepremiumLEDperformance,highbrightnessandinstantmultimedia

playback–idealformobilelifestyles.Instant access to multimedia:theSamsungP410Mhasabuilt-inmultimediaplayer,stereospeakers,USBplug-and-playandahandyremotecontrol.More than 30,000 hours lamp life: Anultra-efficient, eco-friendly LED lampensuresalowcostofownership,zerocostofmaintenanceandyearsofprecisionprojection.170 ANSI Lumensandacontrast ratio of

Thesuper-light(170g),ultra-compactSamsungHO3LEDPicoprojectorfeatures the highest brightnessin its category, fullmultimedia

compatibilityandbuilt-inviewers forawiderangeofdocumentandfileformats–soyoucanprojectaprofessionalimagewhereveryougo.Withits1GBmemory,built-in1Wspeakeranddetachable2hourbattery,youcansimplyslipitinyourpocketandtakeitwithyouwhereveryougo.Providingover30,000hoursof life, itsultra-efficientLEDlampwillneverneedtobereplaced.

Power, portability and precision

Projecting your vision to perfectionProjecting multimedia with mobile style

Mobility that performs

High definition home theatre in rich, realistic colour

white,withcrispclarity.

Complete connectivityWith2HDMI,Component,Composite,S-Video,D-Sub15pinandRS-232Cinputterminals, thispowerfulmultimediahubmeetsallofyourentertainmentneeds.

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R9999.00

excl VAT

M250: R4599.00

excl VAT

R3999.00

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1,000:1: For rich, realistic colour,deep,dynamicdetailandincrediblecrispnessandclarityonscreensofupto80”.An intelligent,affordableandpowerfulhometheatre!

R2699.00

excl VAT

Designed for pure portability

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Introducing the new Bankers Box® EARTH SERIES

Filing and Storage Productsthat don’t cost the EarthAll Bankers Box Earth Series corrugated products are madefrom 100% recycled board and are 100% recyclable.All inks used are water based and adhesives used are solvent free.

100% recycled products for all your document storage needs

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Straight from your business cards to your digital address book!

–theperfectcombinationforcontactmanagement

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contact data that you can access from any Web browser.

The more your business grows, the more leads come into your office - but growth won’t last for long if leads start falling through the cracks. The

CardScan/Dymo Solution automates your contact management, labeling and filing needs to meet your business objectives.

ScanordraganddropSimply scan any business card using the CardScan scanner, or drag and drop contact data from any web page or email into the CardScan software. All the data is automatically sorted into the correct fields of the CardScan contact management database – where you can sort and categorise it any way you like, email or phone contacts, print envelopes and mailing labels and much more.

EasilyaccessibleYou can even export/import the data to your Microsoft Outlook, Windows Mobile device or Apple iPod, so your contacts are always in reach.

OnlinebackupWith CardScan At Your Service – included free – you have an online backup of your

SpecialOffer!For a limited period only, GAL Distributors is offering the CardScan Executive & DYMO LabelWriter for an unbelievable R4,999. Furthermore, the first 10 customers to order this bundle special will receive a free DYMO Omega embossing label-maker.

Contact Management:• Microsoft Outlook

• Act!• Goldmine

• Lotus Notes• and much

more besides

PDAs:• Palm OS

portable sets• Pocket PCs

• Windows Mobile hardware

Address synchronisation

on your GSM also functions

via Outlook and ActiveSync

Scanning...

Recording...

Controlling...

Print your contact data straight from CardScan with the Dymo LabelWriter.

300 dpi address labels – up to 600mm wide – directly from your CardScan software.

Ideal for:• Small run printing of envelopes,

name badges, etc• Direct thermal printing on paper

labels,

Print individual labels or the whole roll via the USB connection on your PC or Mac at a speed of 55 labels per minute!

Compact, lightning-quick, incredibly easy to use and utilising thermal printing technology – no ink or toner required, the DYMO LabelWriter

400 Turbo label printer prints professional-looking

Generate mailings to contacts in less time, for less cost

GALDistributorsContact : Michael JanetTel : 083 286 0029Call Centre: 011 453 1356 Fax : 086 520 2412Email : mike@galsa.co.za

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Powerful and compact HD video conferencing

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Sony introduces a powerful new addition to its high-definition (HD) visual communication lineup, the powerful, affordable, and compact

PCS-XG55.

Stunning 720p high-definition (HD) imagesStunning HD video enhances your videoconferencing with lifelike images for effective communication.The PCS-XG55 achieves 720p HD video quality with a maximum frame rate of 60 fps, making your style of everyday business communication more effective, productive, and comfortable.

• The video annotation function enables you to clearly point out specific parts of an image by writing on a tablet. With these outstanding data-sharing tools, you can now minimise misunderstandings during your videoconference.

With excellent HD video quality in a stylish and compact design, the PCS-XG55 takes visual communications to the next level. Call Sony today for more info.

Presentation data transferred at 30 fpsThe PCS-XG55 can send both the video and presentation data displayed on your PC to videoconferencing counterparts for more effective communication, at frame rates as high as 30 fps.

Presentations are natural and smooth, even when using animation effects or showing videos from your PC. This presentation data can also be shown either from a projector or a sub display, using the RGB output.

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With BrightFace

With Enhanced Intelligent QoS

Without BrightFace

Without Enhanced Intelligent QoS

BrightFace technologyA dedicated HD camera (the PCSA-CXG80) adopts Sony’s unique BrightFace technology, which optimises the brightness of each pixel to highlight shadows, while subduing areas of the image that are too bright. This allows operation in less-than-ideal lighting conditions, providing clear images even in dimly lit rooms, for example when using a projector, or in rooms with poor backlighting.

Superb audio qualityThe PCS-XG55 produces clear and natural stereo sound, using the MPEG-4 AAC compression format.Since the unit has a built-in stereo echo canceller, which virtually eliminates the annoying echo often heard with other systems, communication sounds far more natural. You can hold stress-free videoconferences with “real communication” as if you were talking in the same room.

Stable and secure videoconferencing To handle the transmission of large amounts of HD video data, while maintaining high-quality and stable communication over an IP network, the PCS-XG55's advanced Quality of Service (QoS) functions allow adaptation to any changes in the network condition and correct any packet loss.

User-friendly features• An intuitive Graphical User Interface

(GUI), with a simple layer structure and translucent cascading menus

• One-touch dialing feature for starting a videoconference

• An HDMI interface, for single cable con-nection between the codec and display

• Stress-free operation using the RF Remote Commander® unit.

• Data sharing (video and presentation data from a PC). Presentation data can be transferred at as much as 30 fps, which makes it possible to present animations during a videoconference.

Sony Contact : Will KlopperTel : 011 690 3200 (ext 3312)email : will.klopper@ap.sony.com website : www.pro.sony.eu

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IntroducIng tHE dAtAcArd® cd800™

EntErPrISE-cLASS cArd PrIntEr.Get the performance your card issuance applications demand. Higher speed. Lower cost. Anti-jam card handling. Easy integration and upgradability. No work-arounds. No compromises.

Ask your Datacard Enterprise Solutions Provider about the CD800 printer or visit datacard.com/id.

For more information contact EMEA_Marketing@datacard.com

Datacard and CD800 are registered trademarks, trademarks and/or service marks of DataCard Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

©2011 DataCard Corporation. All rights reserved.

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