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MODEL
AR-201
DIGITAL COPYING MACHINE
OPERATION MANUAL
GETTING STARTED
MAKING COPIES
STATUS INDICATORS
GENERAL INFORMATION
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
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  • Page 1 MODEL AR-201 DIGITAL COPYING MACHINE OPERATION MANUAL GETTING STARTED MAKING COPIES STATUS INDICATORS GENERAL INFORMATION OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Page...
  • Page 2 CAUTIONS Follow the cautions below when using this copier. The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing misfed paper. Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes. Place the copier on a firm, level surface. Do not install the copier in a humid or dusty location.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION ....... . . 2 MAIN FEATURES ....... . 3 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION This copier has been designed to provide convenient copying features in a minimum amount of office space and with maximum operational ease. To get full use of all copier features, be sure to familiarise yourself with this manual and the copier. For quick reference during copier use, keep this manual in a handy location.

  • Page 5: Main Features

    Preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode are provided to reduce power consumption in standby mode and meet the Energy Star Guidelines. As an NERGY NERGY Some options may not be available in some countries. ® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets ® guidelines for energy efficiency.

  • Page 6: Part Names And Functions

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Overall layout Platen cover (optional) Place the original on the original table and close the platen cover before copying starts. Original table Place the document to be copied here. Handles Use to move the copier. Power switch Press to turn copier power on and off.
  • Page 7 Toner cartridge lock release lever Use to unlock the toner cartridge. Toner cartridge Contains toner. Photoconductive drum Copy images are formed on the photoconductive drum. Roller rotating knob Turn to remove misfed paper. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Fusing unit release levers Lower to remove misfed paper.

  • Page 8: Operation Panel

    PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Operation panel INTERRUPT ( ) key and indicator (p. 25) Interrupts a copy run. Copy quantity display Displays the specified copy quantity during the ready condition and displays the copy countdown as copies are made. Also see items ZOOM indicator (p.17) Lights up when a zoom ratio is set.
  • Page 9 Zero key Use as part of numeric keys to enter copy quantity. Press during a continuous copy run to display the number of copies completed in the current run. Press during standby to display the total output count. 1st display 12,345 Press and hold down the key.

  • Page 10: Copier Installation

    COPIER INSTALLATION Improper installation may damage the copier. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the copier is moved. If the copier is moved from a cool place to a warm place, condensation may form inside the copier. Operation in this condition will cause poor copy quality and malfunctions.

  • Page 11: Cautions On Handling

    CAUTIONS ON HANDLING Be careful in handling the copier as follows to maintain the performance of this copier. Do not drop the copier, subject it to shock or strike it against any object. Store spare toner cartridges in a dark place without removing from the package before use.

  • Page 12: Loading Copy Paper

    To save space, this copier has been designed with adjustable front-loading trays, which are easily opened for paper loading. For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper. (See page 50.) The paper required ( ) indicator will light up when there is no copy paper in the selected paper feed station, or when the selected paper tray is not installed or is improperly installed.

  • Page 13: Loading Copy Paper

    Left guide Front guide LOADING COPY PAPER Changing the copy paper size in the tray Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops. Push the pressure plate down until it locks in place. Squeeze the lock lever of the front guide and slide the front guide to match the width of the paper.
  • Page 14 LOADING COPY PAPER To set the selected paper size, press the PAPER SIZE ENTER ( ) key. The selected paper feed location indicator will blink and the corresponding paper size (which is currently set) indicator will light up steadily. All other indicators will go out. For paper size setting, ensure that the COPY mode has been selected.

  • Page 15: Auditing Accounts

    AUDITING ACCOUNTS If this copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, it will not function until an assigned 3-digit account number has been entered. See page 39 for setting the auditing mode. If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, “– – –” will appear in the copy quantity display in the initial conditions.

  • Page 16: Normal Copying

    NORMAL COPYING Power on Turn the power switch on. It will take about 35 seconds for the copier to warm up. However, you can make desired settings and press the START ( warm-up. Copying will start after warm-up. If the copier has been programmed in the auditing mode, the START key ( ) indicator will not light up and “–...

  • Page 17: Normal Copying

    For manual copy density adjustment, press the AUTO/MANUAL/ PHOTO ( ) key to select MANUAL ( with the light ( ) and dark ( For photographs, select PHOTO ( ) and dark ( ) keys as desired. There are 5 exposure steps indicated by 3 indicator lights. (The indicators light up one or two at a time.) If exposure level 2 is selected, the two left-handmost indicators for that level will light up simultaneously.

  • Page 18: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Reduction and enlargement ratios can be selected either automatically with the AUTO IMAGE ( ) key or manually with the PRESET RATIO selector ( ) keys and/or the zoom ( enables precise copy ratio selection from 50% to 200% in 1% increments. ) keys.
  • Page 19 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Manual Place the original on the original table and close the platen cover. Use the PRESET RATIO selector ( zoom ( ) keys to select the desired copy ratio. To select a preset reduction or enlargement copy ratio, press the key repeatedly until the indicator for the desired copy ratio is lit.

  • Page 20: Bypass Feed (Special Paper)

    BYPASS FEED (special paper) The bypass tray is used to copy onto transparency film, labels, and other special purpose papers. Up to 100 sheets of standard copy paper can be set in the bypass tray. For special purpose papers, the original image must be smaller than the paper or media for copying.
  • Page 21 BYPASS FEED (special paper) Press the TRAY SELECT ( tray. Leave the copy quantity at 0 if using special papers. Set the number of copies if using standard copy paper or envelopes. Press the START ( ) key. ) key to select the bypass...

  • Page 22: Two-Sided Copying

    TWO-SIDED COPYING Two-sided copies can be made on this copier using the bypass tray. Place the first original on the original table and make a copy. The first copy can be made using any of the paper feed stations. Replace the first original with the second original and close the platen cover.

  • Page 23: Xy Zoom

    XY ZOOM Original Copy The XY ZOOM feature allows the horizontal and vertical copy ratios to be changed independently. This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature. (The 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature can only be used when an optional electronic sorting kit and an optional SPF are installed.) To use the XY ZOOM feature with the DUAL PAGE COPY feature, set the DUAL PAGE COPY feature first and then the XY ZOOM feature.
  • Page 24 XY ZOOM Use the PRESET RATIO selector ( ) keys to change the copy ratio in the horizontal direction in a similar manner as for the vertical direction. Press the copy ratio display ( The selected ratio for the horizontal direction will be entered and the display will change to the copy quantity display.

  • Page 25: B/W Reverse

    B/W REVERSE Original Copy The B/W REVERSE feature is used to reverse black and white areas. When the B/W REVERSE feature is selected, the exposure mode will be automatically set to the MANUAL mode. Other exposure modes cannot be selected. Even if this feature is cancelled, the MANUAL mode will not auto- matically be cancelled.

  • Page 26: Dual Page Copy

    DUAL PAGE COPY Original Copy The DUAL PAGE COPY feature produces individual copies of two documents placed side by side on the original table. It is especially useful when copying books and other bound documents. This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature and sort/group feature.

  • Page 27: Interrupting A Copy Run

    INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN INTERRUPT is used to interrupt a long copy run so that another job can be done. SORT or GROUP cannot be selected during interrupt copying. (Sort and group can be performed only if an optional electronic sortring kit and an optional SPF are installed.) Press the INTERRUPT ( The copier will return to the initial settings.

  • Page 28: Automatic Exposure Adjustment

    AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT 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 optional SPF respectively. To set the level for the optional SPF, place an original in the document feeder tray and make sure that the SPF indicator lights up before proceeding to step 1.

  • Page 29: Toner Save Mode

    TONER SAVE MODE This mode reduces toner consumption by approximately 10% in the automatic and manual exposure modes. Copies will be lighter but still adequate for general use. Selection of this mode does not affect the PHOTO mode. Follow the procedure below for setting the toning level. Press the AUTO/MANUAL/PHOTO ( select the MANUAL ( ) mode.

  • Page 30: Toner Cartridge Replacement

    4 or 5 times For best copying results, be sure to use only ) indicator lights up, SHARP products. The package of SHARP toner has the Genuine Supplies label. ) indicator blinks, the ) indicator will light up. Open the bypass tray. Lift slightly on the side cover and slide the cover out until it stops.

  • Page 31: Toner Cartridge Replacement

    TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT Gently insert the toner cartridge along the guides until it locks in place while pushing the lock release lever. Pull out the shutter and remove it from the toner cartridge as shown in the illustration. If dirt or dust is adhered to the toner cartridge, remove it before installing the cartridge.

  • Page 32: Misfeed Removal

    MISFEED REMOVAL The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. The misfeed ) indicator will blink, and blinking red misfeed location indicators will indicate the approximate misfeed location. If paper is accidentally torn during removal, be sure to remove all pieces. Be careful not to damage the photoconductive drum.
  • Page 33 If the misfed paper is seen from this side, proceed to “C. Misfeed in the transport area”. If paper is misfed here, proceed to “A. Misfeed in the paper feed area”. Roller rotating knob Check the misfeed location. Remove the misfed paper following the instructions for each location in the illustration below.
  • Page 34 MISFEED REMOVAL Roller rotating knob Fusing unit release lever Turn the roller rotating knob in the direction of the arrow. Carefully remove the misfed paper. Lower the fusing unit release levers to allow easier removal. Return the release levers to their operating positions. The fusing unit is hot.
  • Page 35 Close the side cover by pressing the handle on the cover. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out. Misfeed in the upper paper tray Before opening the upper paper tray, be sure to open the bypass tray, lift slightly on the side cover and slide the cover out until it stops, and then perform steps 1 to 3 described in the “A.
  • Page 36 MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the lower paper tray Grasp the handle of the lower side cover and gently open the cover. Remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal. If the misfed paper is not seen in step 2, gently lift and pull out the lower paper tray and remove the misfed paper.

  • Page 37: Developer Required

    DEVELOPER REPLACEMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY AN AUTHORISED SHARP SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Contact your service centre as soon as possible. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED When the indicator lights up, service by an authorised SHARP service technician is required. Contact your service centre as soon as possible.

  • Page 38: User Programs

    USER PROGRAMS The user programs allow the parameters of certain functions to be set, changed, or cancelled as desired. List of user programs This copier has the following user programs. Program No. Program name Auto clear time Preheat mode Auto power shut-off timer Stream feeding mode*...

  • Page 39: User Programs

    For operation of these programs after step 3, see page 39. Setting the user programs Press and hold the light ( seconds until all the alarm indicators ( ) blink and “– –” appears in the copy quantity display. Enter a program number using the numeric keys. The selected program number will blink in the copy quantity display.
  • Page 40 USER PROGRAMS Program name Parameters Auto clear time Preheat mode** Auto power shut-off timer Stream feeding mode Auto power shut-off setting Border line for 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 * 0 Rotation copy Auto paper select mode Auto tray switching Erase width adjustment Layout in 2 in 1 copy Layout in 4 in 1 copy...

  • Page 41: Settings For Auditing Accounts

    Settings for auditing accounts Setting of user programs No. 10 to 15 varies with the program number. For settings of all programs, first follow steps 1 to 3 in “Setting the user programs” on page 37 to select a program. (1. Press the light ( more than 5 seconds.
  • Page 42 USER PROGRAMS Program No. 12: Account number change Program No. 12 is used to change account numbers. When program No. 12 is entered, an account number will appear in the copy quantity display. If no account number has been registered, “12E” will appear in the copy quantity display.
  • Page 43 Program No. 14: Number of copies per account Program No. 14 is used to display the total number of copies made against each account number. When program No. 14 is entered, an account number will appear in the copy quantity display. If no account number has been registered, “14E”...
  • Page 44 USER PROGRAMS Program No. 15: Resetting account Program No. 15 is used to reset all accounts or to reset any desired individual account. When program No. 15 is entered, “0” will blink on the right side of the copy quantity display. If no account number has been registered, “15E”...

  • Page 45: Power Save Modes

    See page 36. * In European countries, the factory default setting is 30 sec. ® As an NERGY Partner, SHARP has determined that this ® product meets the NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency. Preheat mode When the copier enters the preheat mode, the POWER SAVE ( will light up and other indicators will remain on or off as before.
  • Page 46 POWER SAVE MODES Setting the power save modes The time that elapses before the copier enters a power save mode after any operation is made can be set manually. This time is set with user program No. 2 for the preheat mode and user program No. 3 for the auto power shut-off mode.

  • Page 47: User Maintenance

    USER MAINTENANCE Proper care is essential for clean, sharp copies. Please take a few minutes to regularly clean your copier. Paper feed roller Original table and platen cover Stains or dirt on the original table or platen cover will also be copied. Wipe the original table and platen cover with a soft, clean cloth.
  • Page 48 USER MAINTENANCE Charger cleaner Transfer charger cleaning 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. Open the bypass tray. Lift slightly on the side cover and slide the cover out until it stops.

  • Page 49: Copier Trouble

    COPIER TROUBLE? Problem Copier plugged in? Copier does not operate. Power switch ON? Copy density properly adjusted? Copies are too dark or too light. Blank copies Is the original placed face down? Paper too heavy? Copies smear if rubbed. Paper damp? Is transfer charger clean? Striped copies Non-standard paper used?

  • Page 50: Copier Trouble

    Solution Clean regularly. See page 45. Use a clean original. indicator on? Developer is required. Contact your SHARP service centre as soon as possible. See page 35. indicator on? Maintenance is required. Contact your SHARP service centre as soon as possible. See page 35.
  • Page 51 Connect the copier to a power outlet which is not used for other electric appliances. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Please contact your SHARP service centre immediately if a problem persists after checking the above. Self-diagnostic function An automatic self-diagnostic function is built into the copier.

  • Page 52: Supplies

    These will cause physical damage to the copier. For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP. Special papers except envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray. Up to 10 envelopes can be set at one time.

  • Page 53: Genuine Supplies Statement

    Standard supplies for this copier that are to be replaced by the user are copy paper and toner cartridge. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP products. Only genuine SHARP consumables carry the Genuine Supplies label. Proper storage Store the supplies in a location that is:...

  • Page 54: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Type Copy system Originals Original sizes Copy sizes Copying speed (at 100% copy ratio) Continuous copy First-copy time Warm-up time Copy ratio Exposure system Copy paper feed Fusing system Developer system Light source Resolution Gradation Power supply Power consumption Overall dimensions (with bypass tray folded) Digital copying machine, desktop...
  • Page 55 Some options may not be available in some countries. 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 56 MEMO...

  • Page 57: Optional Equipment

    OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT CONTENTS SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ......56 SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP2) ..... . 57 Part names .

  • Page 58: System Configuration

    SYSTEM CONFIGURATION A number of options are available for the copier which allow you to configure a copier system to meet your particular needs. The options include the following. Electronic sorting kit (AR-EB3) Facsimile expansion kit (AR-FX2)* Printer expansion kit (AR-PB8)* PS2 expansion kit (AR-PS1)* LCD panel kit (AR-PA1)* Job separator tray kit (AR-TR2)*...

  • Page 59: Single Pass Feeder (Ar-Sp2)

    583 mm (W) x 435 mm (D) x 131 mm (H) (22-61/64" (W) x 17-1/8" (D) x 5-5/32" (H)) 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.
  • Page 60 SINGLE PASS FEEDER ( AR-SP2 ) Using the SPF Be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from the originals. Damaged or crumpled originals may misfeed in the SPF. It is recommended that these originals be copied from the original table.
  • Page 61 Misfeed removal Location A Left feeding roller cover Location B Right feeding roller cover Location C Roller SINGLE PASS FEEDER ( AR-SP2 ) If an original misfeed occurs in the SPF, the copier will stop and the red indicator which indicates an original misfeed will blink.

  • Page 62: Electronic Sorting Kit (Ar-Eb3)

    The memory can be expanded by adding commercially available memories recommended by SHARP. For details, contact your dealer. To use the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 and sort/group functions, an optional SPF (AR-SP2) is needed.

  • Page 63: Sort/Group

    Sort/group If an optional electronic sorting kit is installed, the copier will have two sorter modes for different copying jobs: one sorts copies into sets matching the sequence of the originals and the second groups copies by originals. The sort/group feature cannot be used with the dual page copy feature. To change the SORT/GROUP mode, press the SORT/GROUP ( the desired mode.
  • Page 64 ELECTRONIC SORTING KIT (AR-EB3) Copying in the sort mode When copying in the sort mode, the original image will be stored in the copier memory each time an original is scanned and copying will start after all originals have been scanned. To copy in the sort mode, an optional SPF (AR-SP2) is needed.

  • Page 65: In 1 Or 4 In 1

    2 in 1 or 4 in 1 2 in 1 copying Pattern Pattern Pattern Pattern 4 in 1 copying Pattern Pattern ELECTRONIC SORTING KIT (AR-EB3) The 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature is used to copy 2 or 4 originals, collectively in a specified order, onto one sheet.
  • Page 66 ELECTRONIC SORTING KIT (AR-EB3) Enter the desired pattern number using a numeric key. The entered number will blink in the copy quantity display. For layout pattern numbers, see the previous page. Press the START ( ) key. The entered number will light up steadily. Press the 2 IN 1 / 4 IN 1 ( the selection.

  • Page 67: Erase

    Erase Edge erase Centre erase Edge + Centre erase ELECTRONIC SORTING KIT (AR-EB3) This copier has an edge erase mode and a centre erase mode. Edge erase can be used to eliminate shadow lines around the edges of copies caused when thick paper or a book is used as an original. Centre erase can be used to eliminate the shadow produced by the bindings of bound documents.
  • Page 68 ELECTRONIC SORTING KIT (AR-EB3) Set the number of copies. Press the START ( ) key.

  • Page 69: Margin Shift

    Margin shift Original Copy Expanded margin Margin is expanded here. ELECTRONIC SORTING KIT (AR-EB3) The MARGIN SHIFT feature automatically shifts the text or image to the right to increase the left margin by approximately 9 mm (1/4"). This feature cannot be used with the 2 in 1 or 4 in 1 feature. Place the original on the original table and close the platen cover.

  • Page 70: 250-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-De5) 2X250-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-De6)

    250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-DE5) 2x250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-DE6) These paper feed units provide the convenience of increased paper capacity for the copier and a greater choice of paper sizes readily available for copying. The AR-DE5 contains one 250-sheet paper tray and the AR-DE6 contains two 250-sheet paper trays.
  • Page 71 250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-DE5)/2x250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-DE6) Misfeed removal The copier will stop when a misfeed occurs. The misfeed ( the red indicator which indicates the paper feed unit will blink. ) indicator and Open the side cover of the paper feed unit and remove the misfed paper.
  • Page 72 (23-15/64" (W) x 18-35/64" (D) x 6-27/32" (H)) Drawn from the copier 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 73: Index

    INDEX 250-sheet paper feed unit ..... . . 68 2 in 1 ........63 2x250-sheet paper feed unit .
  • Page 74 INDEX Single pass feeder (SPF) ......57 Sort ........61 Special paper .

  • Page 75: Material Safety Data Sheet

    In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. (Name and Telephone Number) Sharp Electronics Corporation Telephone number for information: 1-800-237-4277 Emergency telephone number: Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information: 905-890-2100 Emergency telephone number: Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information: 01923-474013 CAS No.
  • Page 76 Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics Boiling / Melting Point: Not applicable Vapor Pressure: Not applicable Vapor Density: Not applicable Evaporation Rate: Not applicable Appearance: Fine powder Odor: Odorless Section 7. Fire and Explosion Data Flash Point (Method Used): Ignition Temperature: Flammable Limits: Extinguishing Media: Special Fire Fighting Procedure:...
  • Page 77 In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. (Name and Telephone Number) Sharp Electronics Corporation Telephone number for information: 1-800-237-4277 Emergency telephone number: Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information: 905-890-2100 Emergency telephone number: Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. Telephone number for information: 01923-474013 CAS No.
  • Page 78 Section 6. Physical Chemical Characteristics Boiling / Melting Point: Not applicable Vapor Pressure: Not applicable Vapor Density: Not applicable Evaporation Rate: Not applicable Appearance: Fine powder Odor: Odorless Section 7. Fire and Explosion Data Flash Point (Method Used): Ignition Temperature: Flammable Limits: Extinguishing Media: Special Fire Fighting Procedure:...
  • Page 79 MEMO...
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  • Page 82 Warning! This product is a class A product. If it is operated in households, offices or similar surroundings, it can produce radio interferences at other appliances, so that the user has to take adequate countermeasures. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT CLASS 1...
  • Page 83 In some areas, the “POWER” switch positions are marked “I ” and “ 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 ” for “ON” and “ Caution! For a complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug.

  • Page 84: Sharp Corporation

    AR-201 SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN CHINA 2000L TINSE0452QSZZ...

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