The Canon MK3000 cable & wire marker printer is designed for portability and productivity. With fast print speeds, broad media support, and dual power supply support, the MK3000 off ers increased flexibility for easy use at work site locations. Engineered to deliver high print performance and exceptional accuracy, the MK3000 printer is ideal for precise character printing onto a wide range of media including tubes (such as heat shrink and flat tubes), and label tapes. It is designed to be used on-site at locations such as construction sites, factory assembly lines, electrical facilities, data centers, server rooms, and power plants, in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and information and communications technology, for applications including automotive / aerospace / medical device manufacturing, quality management, network cable wiring and equipment maintenance / overhaul. The MK3000 printer is very easy to use. It includes a built-in laptop-style QWERTY-layout rubber keyboard to help ensure both comfort and efficiency, and its sturdy carry handle and light weight help make it easy to take the printer to job sites. In addition, the Panasonic eneloop rechargeable batteries allow you to keep the printer running when field conditions limit the availability of AC power. The MK3000 printer setup menus are also displayed on a large backlit LCD display, ideal for working in dimly lit environments. The MK3000 printer has two selectable speeds and can print up to 35 pieces per minute*, or up to 25-mm/sec. Instead of typing characters and printing on the fly, you can use the internal memory to store character sets and folders to print easily in the field, helping to increase productivity. The serial printing feature also allows for automatic sequential number or letter printing and the printer control panel and menus allow users to adjust settings such as automatic full and half cut, as well as depth and cutting speed control, convenient to help assist on large projects. The MK3000 printer is designed to produce professional-looking printed materials, with up to 300 dpi resolution, making the text and characters look sharp, clear, and crisp. It can also print characters horizontally or vertically, and uses thermal transfer ribbon printing, in black or white, for accurate output. The MK3000 printer also supports up to 10mm diameter rounded and flat tube media, as well as labels. For investment protection, optional eCarePAK extended service plans are available beyond the initial two-year advanced exchange limited warranty period. An eCarePAK can help save on costs associated with post-purchase maintenance and can help maximize uptime throughout the product life. *Printing 20 mm tubes, 5 full- size characters, consecutive print mode 5058C008