News | April 10, 2007

Retail Hardware Solution: Citizen CLP-631 Bar Code/Label Printer Is ''First Class'' In The Thermal Desktop Environment

Crisp 300 dpi Printing and Unprecedented 360-meter Ribbon For Greater Productivity in High Resolution Printing

Citizen Systems America Corporation (CSA), a supplier of world-class printing solutions, announces the newest model in its series of thermal printers, the CLP-631. Offering unparalled features, the two-color printer incorporates Citizen's unique metal Hi-LiftĂ” mechanism that allows easy access for loading of media and/or ribbons. In addition, the adjustable media sensor can handle a variety of label configurations including standard and pediatric medical wrist bands.

The CLP-631 high-performance printer features crisp 300 dpi printing for images or fine text. The powerful on-board 32 Bit RISC processor delivers exceptional throughput and fast first label out. Other features include internal 5-inch (125mm) media capacity, Active Ribbon Control and Positioning System (ARCP),Windows 2000 and XP Drivers, and bonus label-making software.

"Without a doubt, Citizen has succeeded in producing the finest 300 dpi barcode printer for the money," said Jack Confrey, executive vice president CSA. "When it comes to benefits and features our barcode/label printers are the best in the industry and the CLP-631 is no exception."

The CLP-631 is the perfect solution for a variety of businesses including healthcare, pharmacy labeling, inventory control or any high resolution label application. Also comes standard with complete connectivity; parallel, serial and USB interfaces. Optional Ethernet and Wifi interfaces are also available.

About Citizen Systems America
Citizen Systems America develops and markets Citizen point-of-sale printers, industrial printing solutions, thermal bar code, portable thermal, high-speed line impact, specialty forms impact, serial matrix printers and OEM printer mechanisms that are used in a variety of industries from foodservice to retail to banking. For more than two decades, Citizen products have set the standard for performance, reliability and value among printers.

A wholly independent U.S. corporation, Citizen Systems America is the U.S. subsidiary of Citizen Systems Japan, a global leader in the production of mini-printers, industrial printing solutions and the world's largest manufacturer of quartz crystals and oscillators. Citizen Systems Japan is the electronic products affiliate of Citizen Watch Co. Ltd., Japan, the world-renowned manufacturer of fine timepieces. Citizen Systems America's headquarters are located at 363 Van Ness Way, Suite 404, Torrance, CA 90501 (310) 781-1460. For more information, please visit Citizen Systems America's web site at www.citizen-systems.com.