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Sales in this category were solid in Japan, but were even better else-
where in Asia, primarily because of the popularity of PC-connective mod-
els. Sales of information systems were also good because of our packaged,
systems integration approach to computers, printers, software, and services.
C
OMMUNICATIONS
S
YSTEMS
Our domestic facsimile operations were generally
healthy during the term because of computer net-
working and other value-added capabilities.
Overseas, the Aficio FX10 was a stellar per-
former because of its compact deskside design and
multifunctionality. We commanded positive atten-
tion in the marketplace for our new line of mostly
PC-connective plain-paper fax machines. These
models included the FAX3700L, a G3 model de-
signed for regular users, and the FAX4700L, which
is upgradeable to G4 transmission. Another top per-
former was the FAX1750, a G3 offering designed
for deskside use in small offices.
Domestically, we achieved a powerful market im-
pact with high-value-added, multifunctional ma-
chines. Principal among these were the RIFAX
HD5200 Super and RIFAX SL3200 Super, which
use the Super G3 protocol to transmit an A4 page
over regular phone lines in just three seconds.
Our RIFAX BL110 Shataro2 (MV310E in the United
States) digital fax-copier reduces power consumption by
95% in fax standby mode, an achievement that earned it the
Presidential Prize at the 1998 Energy Saving Excellent
Awards, which are sponsored by the Japan Machinery Fed-
eration.
Holding the award certificate is Makoto Hashimoto, a
Ricoh managing director and general manager of the Image
Processing Products Division.
RICOH MACHINE SCORES
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD
Highlights of the Year
JEAN-LOUIS HÉLIN says: “Ricoh France has
equipped the 577 deputies of France’s Assemblée
Nationale with the FAX1700LF.” Jean-Louis
works for the French National Assembly in Paris,
which uses hundreds of Ricoh machines.
The FAX1700LF is a highly efficient desktop plain-
paper laser fax machine that offers fast scanning and
transmission.
R
EVIEW OF
O
PERATIONS