I found this link while searching for bargains. I know that the Ip4000 is on clearance at Staples stores for $49.50 after a $50 rebate. The Pixma printers can be enabled to print CD's and DVD's by following these simple instructions.
Staples has the rebates which print out at the register and are described as follows:
Product: CANON PIXMA IP4000 COLOR PHOTO PRINTER
Rebate reward: $50.00
Purchase dates: 10-02-2005 through 11-26-2005
Postmark date: 01-25-2006
Promotion: $50 Rebate on a Canon PIXMA iP4000 Photo Printer (SKU 573746) at Staples
Promotion details:
TERMS AND CONDITIONS: This rebate is NOT eligible for online submission and must be mailed in. Rebate applies to a Canon PIXMA iP4000 Photo Printer (SKU 573746) purchased at Staples stores, Staples.com or Staples Direct only. Purchase must be made between October 02, 2005 and November 26, 2005. All requests MUST be postmarked within 60 days from date of purchase. For purchases made at Staples Stores: Send the completed ORIGINAL rebate redemption form printed from the cash register. UPC label is required. If you are using any other type of Staples Rebate Redemption Form, you MUST attach your ORIGINAL Sales or Rebate Receipt. UPC label is required. For purchases made at Staples.com: Send this ORIGINAL completed rebate redemption form with the ORIGINAL packing slip that is enclosed with your purchase as your receipt. UPC label is required. Photocopies will not be accepted. Offer not valid with any other rebates, offers or promotions. Offer valid in US only. Good for actual purchases by end users; excludes resellers and distributors of products and their families. Please allow 4-6 weeks after claim is received by Fulfillment Company to receive your rebate. All rebates will be made in US dollars. Manufacturer is not responsible for lost or misdirected mail and illegible entries. Staples logo and product names are trademarks of Staples and their respective companies. Limit 5 rebates per name/address/household. For questions about your rebate call 1-877-266-6483. Fraudulent submission of multiple requests could result in federal prosecution under the U.S. Mail Fraud Statutes (18 USC, Section 1341 & 1342). Keep a copy of your claim for future reference.
John
Staples has the rebates which print out at the register and are described as follows:
Product: CANON PIXMA IP4000 COLOR PHOTO PRINTER
Rebate reward: $50.00
Purchase dates: 10-02-2005 through 11-26-2005
Postmark date: 01-25-2006
Promotion: $50 Rebate on a Canon PIXMA iP4000 Photo Printer (SKU 573746) at Staples
Promotion details:
TERMS AND CONDITIONS: This rebate is NOT eligible for online submission and must be mailed in. Rebate applies to a Canon PIXMA iP4000 Photo Printer (SKU 573746) purchased at Staples stores, Staples.com or Staples Direct only. Purchase must be made between October 02, 2005 and November 26, 2005. All requests MUST be postmarked within 60 days from date of purchase. For purchases made at Staples Stores: Send the completed ORIGINAL rebate redemption form printed from the cash register. UPC label is required. If you are using any other type of Staples Rebate Redemption Form, you MUST attach your ORIGINAL Sales or Rebate Receipt. UPC label is required. For purchases made at Staples.com: Send this ORIGINAL completed rebate redemption form with the ORIGINAL packing slip that is enclosed with your purchase as your receipt. UPC label is required. Photocopies will not be accepted. Offer not valid with any other rebates, offers or promotions. Offer valid in US only. Good for actual purchases by end users; excludes resellers and distributors of products and their families. Please allow 4-6 weeks after claim is received by Fulfillment Company to receive your rebate. All rebates will be made in US dollars. Manufacturer is not responsible for lost or misdirected mail and illegible entries. Staples logo and product names are trademarks of Staples and their respective companies. Limit 5 rebates per name/address/household. For questions about your rebate call 1-877-266-6483. Fraudulent submission of multiple requests could result in federal prosecution under the U.S. Mail Fraud Statutes (18 USC, Section 1341 & 1342). Keep a copy of your claim for future reference.
John