Canon U.S.A. Expands Its Line of Medical Imaging Offerings with the Introduction of the Canon CXDI-40G COMPACT Digital Radiography System

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today announced the expansion of its line of digital radiography (DR) systems with the introduction of the Canon CXDI-40G COMPACT Digital Radiography System. The new flat panel detector, which is Canon’s tenth-generation DR offering, can be retrofitted onto existing radiography equipment.

The new Canon CXDI-40G COMPACT Digital Radiography System is equipped with a large image sensor and high-quality capabilities similar to the CXDI-40EG but in minimal housing. The CXDI-40G COMPACT DR System is equipped with a large 17 X 17-inch imaging area that enables X-ray images to be confirmed on an optional preview monitor approximately three seconds after exposure; the system contributes to timely and effective patient care.

"Backed by Canon’s strong optical and imaging heritage, the Canon CXDI-40G COMPACT Digital Radiography System provides a variety of configuration options to help fit the exact requirements of a facility or practice," said Tsuneo Imai, senior director and general manager, Medical Systems Division, Canon U.S.A. "The ability to retrofit the new CXDI-40G COMPACT DR System to existing equipment can help facilities upgrade their capabilities easily, increase productivity and contribute to a significant cost savings on equipment purchases"

The CXDI-40G COMPACT DR System can be retrofitted into a range of radiography devices including upright stands, RF tables, and Bucky units. Easy installation is possible into widely-used Bucky units of existing facilities which can contribute to significant cost savings. The CXDI-40G COMPACT DR System also offers multiple applications, which allows for efficient capture of high-resolution (7.2 million pixels) radiological images in a timely manner to help meet facilities general radiographic needs.

Additionally, Canon’s proprietary control software, which supports superb image-processing performance, contributes to physicians’ diagnostic accuracy by making possible X-ray images that enhance for the area being examined. Images can be transmitted almost immediately over the hospital network to other workstations and printers, and can be archived for fast and easy data sharing. Canon DR technology provides speed, efficiency, and a streamlined workflow to meet diverse needs, including support for off-site diagnosis and emergency care.

Optical and Imaging Heritage of Canon

Canon’s extensive optical imaging heritage has allowed the Company to make a significant mark in the medical imaging market, particularly when it comes to high-quality, affordable DR solutions and innovations. With its solid heritage and expertise as a foundation, Canon continues to develop and deliver medical imaging solutions that will support its status as an industry innovator for years to come.

Since 1997, Canon Medical Systems has introduced ten generations of flat panel sensors (the Canon CXDI-11/ Canon CXDI-22, Canon CXDI-31, Canon CXDI-40G, Canon CXDI-50G, Canon CXDI-40C, Canon CXDI-40EG, Canon CXDI-50C, Canon CXDI-40EC flat panel sensors, the Canon CXDI-60G and the CXDI-40G COMPACT), offering a full range of DR system solutions for various applications.

Canon U.S.A. has installed more than 3,300 DR sensor panels throughout Canada, the United States and Latin America, part of more than 8,700 DR systems that have been installed worldwide by the Canon family of companies.

About Canon U.S.A., Inc.

Canon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions. Its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), a top patent holder of technology, ranked third overall in the U.S. in 2008†, with global revenues of US $45 billion, is listed as number seven in the computer industry on Fortune Magazine's World’s Most Admired Companies 2008 list, and is on the 2008 BusinessWeek list of "Top 100 Brands." At Canon, we care because caring is essential to living together in harmony. Founded upon a corporate philosophy of Kyosei – “all people, regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future” – Canon U.S.A. supports a number of social, youth, educational and other programs, including environmental and recycling initiatives. Additional information about these programs can be found at www.usa.canon.com/kyosei. To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign up for the Company's RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/RSS .

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