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As a company essential to the imaging field,

we are constantly surprising our customers with fresh ideas and

advanced original technologies.

Polymerized toners based on emulsionpolymerization Meeting demand for faster printing and higherimage quality

We have developed a technology to make the size of toner particles fine and uniform by mixing the resin raw materials in wax and then applying emulsion polymerization. This enables oil-free, low-temperature fixing and makes possible high-speed, high-image-quality printing.

Changing the way you work,

“Emperon” Maximizing performanceOur exclusive “Emperon” next-generation printing technology maximizesprinter performance by optimizing the performance of both hardware andsoftware. To meet the different levels of performance required by differentapplications, “Emperon” is even incorporated in MFPs and printers.

Optical exposure systemFacilitating product miniaturization

In the past, the optical exposure systems used by MFPs and printersconsisted of multiple glass lenses. By using plastic lenses, KonicaMinolta has succeeded in integrating the optical exposure system into asingle, compact unit that enables the overall product to be miniaturizedwithout compromising quality or performance. This helps better utilizelimited office space.

Color material

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High-quality color outputWith original image processing technology and polymerized toner, KonicaMinolta MFPs and printers deliver the highest levels of image quality. Supportedby industry-leading high-speed output, our MFPs and printers facilitate theproduction of business documents with high-impact color and sharp, crispdetails.

Network — ubiquitousWith a network system that combines a location control systemand security control system based on the IP telephony, output ispossible from a local MFP or printer at any time, from any place.

liberating you from time and place

Powerful securityTo prevent data leaks or unauthorized use, we provide a total securitysystem that covers all aspects of document input/output of paperinformation, including MFP’s copying, printing, faxing and scanning.

*MFP (Multi Function Peripheral): Multi-purpose machine offeringseveral functions including copier, printer, scanner and facsimile.

Full Color MFP“bizhub C352”

Imaging ----- Business

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TAC film for LCD polarizers Excellent quality using film manufacturingtechnology

LCDs are fast becoming the standard display for computers, and areincreasingly used in TVs, mobile phones, car navigation systems, etc.We develop and provide TAC (triacetyl cellulose) film, a special filmessential to protecting polarizers — the key components used in everyLCD. Thanks to the sophisticated manufacturing technologies forphotographic film that we have developed over many years, we are ableto offer superior quality.

Pickup lenses for optical discsAdvanced technology makes us the world’smarket leader

Konica Minolta has the top share in the market for pickup lenses. Asthese lenses are designed for use in CD and DVD players, high reliabilityis essential. We also develop and manufacture the glass mold lenses forthe next generation of DVD players.

Materials Technology

Imaging ----- Personal Life

Polarizing plate

TAC filmPolyvinyl-alcohol polarizing element

Retardation film/TAC film

Glass plateColor filter electrode

LCD

TFT/electrodeGlass platePolarizing plate

Back light

With advanced optical technology, we offer

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Mirror-type optical projection system Making large-screen TVs even thinner

In the large-screen TV market, thin screens are becoming moreand more popular. Even projection TVs are getting slimmer. Now,with the mirror-type optical projection system developed by KonicaMinolta, it is possible to make rear-projection TVs even thinner andto reduce chromatic aberration to a level that human eyes cannotdetect.

Head-mounted displays Lightweight, easy-to-wear devices foreveryday life in the ubiquitous networksociety

Straight out of the future, these wearable, head-mounted displays are expected to soon become a partof everyday life in the ubiquitous network society. Wornjust like glasses, Konica Minolta’s lightweight head-mounted displays use holographic optical elements thatenable users to view images without obstructing his orher view of the outside world.

Lens units for micro camerasMiniaturization enables versatile application

From mobile phones to in-vehicle cameras and web cameras,demand is rapidly increasing for micro camera lens units. Usingour leading-edge optical technologies such as optical design andaspherical lens molding, we offer high-performance lens units tomeet market needs. An original Konica Minolta-developedpiezoelectric actuator enables our lens units to offer moreadvanced functions, miniaturization and energy-saving.

Glass substrates for hard disksEnabling high-density recording through materialsdevelopment and high-precision machining technology

Demand for glass substrates is increasing because today’s notebook computersand MP3 players require compact and reliable hard disks capable of storing veryhigh volumes of data. Konica Minolta's glass substrates are essential to themanufacture of the high-density magnetic film that enables hard disks to recordand process large volumes of data at high speeds. With strict quality control anda comprehensive development and manufacturing system that extends all theway from materials development to melting, pressing and polishing, we provide aconsistent supply of smooth, heat-resistant glass substrates.

Technologies for Near Future

affluence and emotion to everyday life

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Light and color technologies fostering

Mammography unit Enabling early detection of breast cancer

With early detection and treatment, breast cancer has a very high cure rate. Detectionof cancer at the microscopic stage has traditionally relied on analog photography.Konica Minolta’s world-first digital X-ray mammography system (PCM System) usesphase contrast technology to clearly capture and display pathologic changes.Improved detection capability makes it possible to take clear photos of the glandulamammaria structure and pathologic changes such as microcalcification — somethingthat was difficult to do with conventional systems. This mammography system hasopened the door for minimally invasive digital diagnosis that puts less stress on thepatient.

Integrated planetarium system Smooth integration of starry sky projection with dynamic full-dome images

GEMINISTAR III is a planetarium system for mid- and large-sized domes that seamlessly integrates anoptical planetarium with a full-dome digital projection system. While making the most of the natural beautyof stars projected by the optical system linked in real time with dynamic images, this system turns the nightsky into a dazzling visual show with dynamic computer graphics.

Jaundice meterEnabling painless early detection of neonataljaundice

Safe, reliable and non-invasive, Konica Minolta’s Jaundice Metercan be placed against an infant’s forehead and almostimmediately display the degree of jaundice based onsubcutaneous measurement. Since no blood samples arerequired, the risk of hemorrhaging or infection is eliminated.Because the influence of melanin pigment is minimized, thisinstrument may be used with all skin colors and with newbornbabies. Today, Konica Minolta’s Jaundice Meter is anindispensable part of the toolkit at any neonatal care facility.

PCM system image Conventionalsystem image

Mammography unit

Jaundice meter “JM-103”

Integrated planetarium system“GEMINISTAR III”

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Non-contact 3D digitizer “VIVID-9i/VI-9i”

the future with sound dream

Inkjet digital textile printer for a wide range of textilematerials

Konica Minolta’s original piezo print heads enable efficient, high-quality printing usingvoltage-activated piezo elements to shoot out ink in smaller, faster droplets. These headsare used in various applications such as advertising displays in the industrial inkjet market.The quality of these heads makes them ideal for textile printing as well. Konica Minolta’s“Nassenger V” textile printer uses piezo print heads to produce high-quality prints with awide range of textiles, including both heavy and lightweight clothing, swim wear, and more.

Non-contact 3D digitizer Helping create reproductions to preservecultural assets

3D digitizers scan three-dimensional objects, measure them,and import the 3D data into computers. At the Altamira Cavein Spain, home to some of the world’s most famousprehistoric art, the Konica Minolta non-contact 3D Digitizerwas used to take three-dimensional images of 2600 squaremeters of wall surface covered with prehistoric paintings. The resulting data was used to create a full-size three-dimensional model of the cave that fully preserves the beautyof the original paintings, enabling visitors to fully experienceour ancient cultural assets without destroying it.

Imaging ----- Culture & Health

Care

Textile printer “Nassenger V”