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Sharp AR-122E N Operation Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    MODEL AR-122E N AR-123E DIGITAL LASER COPIER/PRINTER OPERATION MANUAL Page INTRODUCTION LOADING PAPER MAKING COPIES SPECIAL FUNCTIONS MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE APPENDIX AR-122E N / AR-123E...

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  • Page 3: Cautions On Using

    CAUTIONS Caution label on the unit The label ( ) in the fusing area of the unit indicates the following: : Caution, risk of danger : Caution, hot surface Cautions on using Follow the cautions below when using this unit. Warning: •...

  • Page 4: Cautions On Handling

    • Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SHARP has determined that ® this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy...
  • Page 5 ORIGINAL PLACEMENT..... 14 (AR-D16) ........36 SET THE COPY QUANTITY ..15 EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/ INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE PHOTO COPYING ...... 15 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP ZOOM .......... 17 PERSONAL MFP SERIES...38 HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE SPECIAL FUNCTIONS REQUIREMENTS ......39 BEFORE INSTALLATION....39 DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ..41...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION This chapter provides basic information for using the unit. USING THE MANUAL The operation manual contains explanations of how to operate the unit, important considerations, and maintenance procedures. To get the most out of the unit, please read the operation manual. Please keep the operation manuals in a suitable location that will allow for convenient future reference.

  • Page 7: Part Names

    PART NAMES Original cover Single bypass Photoconductive drum Toner cartridge Power switch Original table Handle Operation panel Power cord socket Front cover Fusing unit release lever Paper tray Transfer charger Side cover Charger cleaner Side cover open button Bypass paper guides Paper output tray Paper output tray extension...

  • Page 8: Operation Panel

    OPERATION PANEL Inch system ONLINE key and indicator (p.51) Exposure mode selector key and Can be used when the Printer/Scanner indicators Expansion Kit (AL-12PK) is installed. Use to sequentially select the exposure Power save indicator modes: AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO. Selected mode is shown by a lit Lights up when the unit is in a power indicator.

  • Page 9: Loading Paper

    LOADING PAPER Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray. PAPER For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP. Type of paper Type of media Size Weight feeding Paper tray Standard paper A4 (210mm x 297mm) 56g/m...

  • Page 10: Loading The Paper Tray

    LOADING THE PAPER TRAY Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it stops. Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper width and length. Squeeze the lever of paper guide and slide the guide to match with the width of the paper.
  • Page 11 Gently push the paper tray back into the unit. • After loading paper, to cancel the blinking without restarting copying, press the clear ( ) key. The in the display will go out and the start ( ) indicator will light up. •...

  • Page 12: Bypass Feed (Including Special Paper)

    BYPASS FEED (including special paper) The single bypass can be used to feed standard paper, transparency film, labels, envelopes, and other special purpose paper. Paper measuring from A6 to A4 (3-1/2" x 5-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14") and in the weight range of 52g/m to 128g/m (14 lbs.

  • Page 13: Making Copies

    MAKING COPIES This chapter explains basic and other copying functions. The unit is equipped with a one-page memory buffer. This memory allows the unit to scan an original once only and make up to 99 copies. This feature improves workflow, reduces operation noise from the copier, and provides higher reliability by reducing wear and tear on the scanning mechanism.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Power Cord

    Do not insert paper in the single bypass when a copy job from the paper tray is in progress. This will cause a misfeed. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD If you use the unit in a country other than the country where the unit was purchased, you will need to make sure that your local power supply is compatible with your model.

  • Page 15: Initial Settings Of Operation Panel

    About the scan head The scan head lamp remains on constantly when the unit is in the ready condition (when the start ( ) indicator is illuminated). The unit adjusts the scan head lamp periodically to maintain copying quality. At this time, the scan head moves automatically.

  • Page 16: Original Placement

    ORIGINAL PLACEMENT • The original table can read up to A4 (8-1/2" x 14") original. • Image loss 4mm (5/32") can occur at the leading and trailing edges of the copies. Also image loss 4.5mm (11/64") in total can occur along the other edges of the copies.

  • Page 17: Set The Copy Quantity

    SET THE COPY QUANTITY Set the number of copies using the two copy quantity ( ) keys when copying from the original table, or from the SPF if installed. • Press the clear ( ) key to clear an entry if a mistake is made. •...

  • Page 18: Automatic Exposure Adjustment

    Automatic exposure adjustment This automatic exposure level will remain in effect until you change it again by this procedure. The automatic exposure level can be adjusted to suit your copying needs. This level is set for copying from the original table and copying from the SPF respectively. When adjusting the level for copying from the original table, make sure that no original is left in the original feeder tray.

  • Page 19: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Three preset reduction ratios and two enlargement ratios can be selected. The zoom function enables copy ratio selection from 25% to 400% in 1% increments. Set the original and check the paper size. Use the copy ratio selector key and/or ZOOM ( ) keys to select the desired copy ratio.

  • Page 20: Special Functions

    SPECIAL FUNCTIONS This chapter describes the special functions of this unit. Use these functions as needed. DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Toner save mode (page 18) Reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%. Power save modes (page 19) The unit has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.

  • Page 21: User Programs

    Press and hold down the exposure mode selector key for approximately 5 seconds. The MANUAL ( ) indicator will go out and the PHOTO ( ) indicator will begin to blink. The light and dark indicator marked "5" will light up, indicating the standard toner mode is active.

  • Page 22: Displaying Total Number Of Copies

    Program Mode Parameters OFF, 1 10sec., 2 30sec. Auto clear time 60sec., 4 90sec., 5 120sec. Preheat mode 30sec., 1 60sec., 2 90sec. Auto power shut- off 2min., *1 5min., 2 15min., timer 30min., 4 60 min., 5 120min. Stream feeding OFF, *1 mode Auto power shut- off...

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    This chapter describes how to replace the toner cartridge and how to clean the unit. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximise the life and performance of SHARP copiers.
  • Page 24 Gently pull the toner cartridge Toner cartridge lock out while pressing the lock release lever release lever. • After removing the toner cartridge, do not shake it or tap on it. Doing so may cause toner to leak from the cartridge. Put the old cartridge immediately in the bag contained in the box of the new cartridge.

  • Page 25: Toner Cartridge Life

    Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The indicator ( ) will go out and the start ( ) indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover.

  • Page 26: Cleaning The Unit

    CLEANING THE UNIT Proper care is essential in order to get clean, sharp copies. Be sure to take a few minutes to regularly clean the unit. • Before cleaning, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.

  • Page 27: Transfer Charger

    Transfer charger If copies start becoming streaky or blotchy, the transfer charger may be dirty. Clean the charger using the following procedure. Turn the power switch off. (p.13) Open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab. Set the charger cleaner onto the right end of the transfer charger, gently slide the cleaner to the left end, and then remove it.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting The Unit

    TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT This chapter describes misfeed removal and troubleshooting. TROUBLESHOOTING If any problem occurs, check the list below before contacting your authorised service representative. Problem Possible cause Solution Page Unit plugged in? Plug the unit into a grounded outlet. Power switch on? Turn the power switch on.

  • Page 29: Status Indicators

    When the following indicators light up or blink on the operation panel or the following alphanumeric codes appear in the display, solve the problem immediately referring to both the table below and the relevant page. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Indication Cause and remedy...

  • Page 30: Misfeed Removal

    MISFEED REMOVAL When the misfeed ( ) indicator blinks or blinks in the display, the unit will stop because of a misfeed. Open the side cover, in that order. To open the side cover, see "TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT" (p.21). Check the misfeed location. Remove the misfed paper following the instructions for each location in the illustration below.

  • Page 31: A: Misfeed In The Paper Feed Area

    A: Misfeed in the paper feed area Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration. When the misfeed ( ) indicator blinks, and the misfed paper is not seen from the paper feed area, pull out the paper tray and remove the misfed paper.
  • Page 32 Gently remove the misfed paper from under the fusing unit as shown in the illustration. If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to "C: Misfeed in the transport area". The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when removing misfed paper.

  • Page 33: Developer Required

    When the developer replacement required ( ) indicator lights up, the developer should be replaced. DEVELOPER REPLACEMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED SHARP SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Contact your service centre as soon as possible. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED When maintenance ( ) indicator lights up, service by an authorised SHARP service technician is required.

  • Page 34: Optional Equipment

    OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT SYSTEM CONFIGURATION A number of options are available for the unit which allow you to configure a system to meet your particular needs. The options include the following. Printer/Scanner Expansion Kit (AL-12PK) Single pass feeder 250-sheet paper (AR-SP5) feed unit (AR-D16) AR-122EN...

  • Page 35: Using The Spf

    Using the SPF The SPF is designed to hold up to 30 originals measuring from A5 to A4 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14") and weighting from 52g/m to 90g/m (14 lbs. to 23.9 lbs.). • Before feeding originals in the original feeder tray, be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from them.

  • Page 36: Misfeed In The Spf

    SPF roller SPF scanning window Misfeed in the SPF If a misfeed occurs when using the SPF, a number may appear in the display after a minus sign. This indicates the number of the originals that must be returned to the original feeder tray after a misfeed.
  • Page 37 (B) Open the SPF and rotate the roller rotating knob to remove the misfed original from the exit area. If the misfed original cannot be easily removed, proceed to (C). Roller rotating knob (C) If the original does not move easily into the exit area, remove it in the direction of the arrow while rotating the knob.

  • Page 38: 250-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-D16)

    Click "Control Panel", select "Printer and Other Hardware", and then click "Printer and Faxes". On Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, select "Setting" and click "Printers". Click the "SHARP AR-123E" printer driver icon and from the "File" menu select "Properties". On Windows 95/98/Me, click the "SHARP AR-123E" printer driver icon,...

  • Page 39: Misfeed In The Lower Paper Feed Area

    Click the "Utility" tab. Select "Two trays" for "Input tray option", and click "OK". The printer driver closes. This completes the settings needed to use the AR-D16. Misfeed in the lower paper feed area If the unit is turned on with the lower side cover open, the misfeed ( indicator will blink.

  • Page 40: Installing The Software

    The following term is used in this chapter. CD-ROM Means the supplied CD-ROM with the SHARP Personal MFP series software. SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP PERSONAL MFP SERIES The supplied CD-ROM includes software for this unit.

  • Page 41: Hardware And Software Requirements

    HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS Check the following hardware and software requirements in order to install the software. Computer type IBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with a USB1.1* or bi-directional parallel interface (IEEE 1284) Operating system* Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (ServicePack 5 or later)* , Windows 2000 Professional*...
  • Page 42 Flow of installation Refer to the following table and then begin installation. Operating Interface Reference pages for how to install system USB/ Installing onto Windows XP (USB/parallel interface) Windows XP Parallel (p.41) Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface) (p.45) Windows 98 Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 Parallel (Parallel interface) (p.48)

  • Page 43: Installing The Software

    INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE The following term is used in this section. Means the unit as a printer and scanner. • For this description, it is assumed that the mouse is configured for right hand operation. • To print or scan, the MFP must be in the online state. •...
  • Page 44 • If you are using the parallel interface connection, do not select the Button Manager checkbox because this feature is not supported with the parallel interface. • If the following screen appears, click the "OK" button. Review the contents in "BEFORE INSTALLATION" (p.39), and then select only appropriate the software packages to be installed.
  • Page 45 Begin installation of the Button Manager (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click the "Next" button. Read the message in the "Please read the following information." window, and then click the "Next" button. When a message appears that lets you specify the location for the software to be installed, click the "Next"...
  • Page 46 Windows XP with the parallel interface, go to step 12. Begin installation of the scanner driver. "SHARP AR-xxxx" (where xxxx is the model name of your MFP) will appear in the "Found New Hardware Wizard" dialog box.
  • Page 47 Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface) Before starting the installation, make sure the USB interface cable is not connected to the MFP. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click "My Computer" ( ), and then double-click the CD-ROM ( ) icon.
  • Page 48 Copying files for MFP driver installation. After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click the "Next" button. A dialog box appears asking you to verify that the interface cable is not connected to the MFP. Make sure that the interface cable is not connected and click the "Next"...
  • Page 49 Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk installation" window, click the "Next" button. Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click the "Next"...

  • Page 50: Parallel Interface

    Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface) Before starting the installation, make sure the USB or parallel interface cable is not connected to the MFP. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click "My Computer" ( ), and then double-click the CD-ROM ( ) icon.
  • Page 51 Copying files for MFP driver installation and parallel interface setup (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click the "Next" button. A dialog box appears asking you to verify that the USB or parallel interface cable is not connected to the MFP.
  • Page 52 Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk installation" window, click the "Next" button. Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click the "Next"...

  • Page 53: Indicators On The Operation Panel

    INDICATORS ON THE OPERATION PANEL The ONLINE indicator and the start ( ) indicator indicate the state of the printer or scanner. SCANNER indicator ONLINE indicator Start indicator Power save indicator Start indicator Indicates the unit is ready for copying or scanning is being performed. Blinking: The indicator blinks in the following situations: •...

  • Page 54: Using The Printer Mode

    Click "Control Panel", select "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Printers and Faxes". On Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000, select "Settings" and click "Printers". Click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) printer driver icon and from the "File" menu select "Properties".
  • Page 55 Specify the print settings including the number of copies, media type, and print quality, and then click the "Print" button to start printing. On Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0, click the "OK" button to start printing. For details on print settings, see the online manual or the help file for the printer driver.

  • Page 56: Using The Scanner Mode

    Click the "start" button, select "Control Panel" and click "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Scanners and Cameras" in the start menu. Right click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) icon and click "Properties"...
  • Page 57 Repeat Step4 to set "ScanMenu SC2" through "ScanMenu SC6". Click the "Scanner events" and select "ScanMenu SC2" from the pull-down menu. Select "Button Manager (SHARP Personal MFP series)" in "Start this program" and click "Apply". Do the same for each ScanMenu through "ScanMenu SC6".
  • Page 58 Scan Parameter Setting Dialog Box After you have completed the Button Manager settings in Windows, configure the scan settings in Button Manager. To configure the scan settings in Button Manager, right click the ( ) icon in the Taskbar and select "Setting" from the menu that appears.
  • Page 59 Windows Platforms provide a mechanism for software to handle external events for a scanner device like the SHARP AR-xxxx (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) series products. This mechanism is controlled by the device manager on a device basis.
  • Page 60 Using the SCANNER key to begin scanning • Scanning is not possible during a copy job. • If the SCANNER ( ) key is pressed during a print job, the scan job will be stored. Press the SCANNER ( ) key. The unit enters scan mode.

  • Page 61: Using The Sharp Twain

    • The method for starting the scanner driver differs depending on the type of application. Refer to the manual or the help file of your application. Using the SHARP TWAIN Place the original you wish to scan on the original table. For the procedure for placing the original, see "ORIGINAL PLACEMENT"...
  • Page 62 Select "SHARP Personal MFP series", and click the "Select" Click here button. If you use more than one scanning device, select the scanner you want to use through the application. The method for accessing the "Select Scanner" option, depends upon the application.
  • Page 63 Click the "start" button , select "Control Panel", and click "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Scanners and Cameras" in the start menu. Click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) icon and click "Get picture" in "Imaging Tasks".

  • Page 64: How To Use The Online Manual

    HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL The online manual provides detailed instructions for operating the unit as the printer or scanner and a list of methods for dealing with printing or scanner problems. To access the online manual, your computer must have Acrobat Reader 5.0 or a later version.

  • Page 65: Installing Acrobat Reader

    ) button located at the top-right of the window. • The online manual can be printed out using Acrobat Reader. SHARP recommends printing out the sections which you refer to regularly. • Refer to "Help" of Acrobat Reader for more details on the operation and function of Acrobat Reader.

  • Page 66: Using Other Installed Drivers

    GDI printer or a Windows Printing System printer, you must change the port setting of the printer driver using the following procedure. If another printer does not operate properly when the SHARP Personal MFP series printer driver is set to "FILE" as described below, uninstall the SHARP Personal MFP series printer driver.

  • Page 67: Connecting The Interface Cable

    CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE This unit includes both USB and parallel interface connectors. Interface cables for connecting the unit to your computer are not included with this unit. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. Interface cable Parallel interface cable IEEE 1284-Shielded type bi-directional parallel interface cable (2 m (6 feet) Max.) USB interface cable Shielded twisted pair cable, high-speed transmission equivalent (2 m (6 feet) Max.)
  • Page 68 Connecting the parallel interface cable Obtain an IEEE1284 shielded parallel interface cable. Ensure that your computer and unit are turned off. Insert the cable into the parallel interface connector located on the rear of the unit, and fasten with clasps. Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector of your computer.

  • Page 69: Appendix

    APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Model AR-122E N / AR-123E Type Digital laser copier/printer, desk-top type Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer Originals Sheets, bound documents Paper tray 250 sheets (Paper tray) 1 sheet (Single bypass) Paper output tray 100 sheets Original sizes Max. A4 (8-1/2" x 14")
  • Page 70 Model AR-122E N / AR-123E Width 518mm (20.4") AR-122E N: 462.5mm (18.2") Unit dimensions Depth AR-123E: 492.5mm (19.4") Height 295.6mm (11.6") Temperature: 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) Operating conditions Humidity: 20% to 85% Sound Power Level L (1B=10dB) Copying: 6.0 [B], Standby: 3.7 [B]...
  • Page 71 (19.6" (W) x 15.6" (D) x 3.5" (H)) Power supply Drawn from the unit As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units.

  • Page 72: Index

    INDEX Copy ratio selector key....6, 17 250-Sheet paper feed unit ....36 Dark key ........6, 15 Developer replacement required Acrobat Reader ......... 63 indicator........6, 27, 31 Alarm indicator Developer required......31 - Developer replacement required Display..........6 indicator......
  • Page 73 Using the printer mode ...... 52 Power off ........... 13 Using the scanner mode ....54 Power on ........... 12 Using the SHARP TWAIN ....59 Power save indicator ..... 6, 51 Power switch ......... 5, 12 ZOOM indicator ......6, 17 Preheat mode ........
  • Page 74 - Button Manager......58 Copying ..........11 - Scanner and Camera Wizard ..61 Displaying total number of copies..20 - SHARP TWAIN ......59 Enlarging/reducing copies ....17 Setting the copy quality Installing the software - AUTO ........... 16 - Acrobat .........

  • Page 75: Software License

    SHARP’S Licensors and any other proprietary legends of SHARP and/or its Licensors that were on the original copy of the Software. You may also transfer all your license rights in the software, the backup copy of the Software, the related documentation and a copy of this License to another party, provided the other party reads and agrees to the terms and conditions of this License.
  • Page 76 Clause 6. A disk will be replaced when it is returned to SHARP or a SHARP authorized representative with a copy of the receipt. SHARP will have no responsibility to replace a disk damaged by accident, abuse or misapplication.
  • Page 77 MEMO...
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  • Page 79 In some areas, the “POWER” switch positions are marked “I” and “ ” on the copier instead of “ON” and “OFF”. The symbol “ ” denotes the copier is not completely de-energized but in a stand-by condition at this “POWER” switch position. If your copier is so marked, please read “I”...

  • Page 80: Sharp Corporation

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