Challenging The Status Quo

"The Ebony is not just a stripped-down TurboStream," noted Landa, referring to the 34-ppm, six-color successor of the Indigo E-Print 1000. "This engine is a black-and-white engine."

The Ebony offers 800x800 dpi resolution. It will utilize a new ink, Landa said, and optional in-line bookletmaking and finishing will be available in 2001. Optional will be Indigo's SNAP (Swift Native Accelerated Personalization) technology and 800x2,400 dpi High Definition Imaging. Indigo's upgrade policy allows buyers to upgrade later to a color device. The Ebony will be sold primarily through third-party channels.