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MODEL FO-2080 OPERATION MANUAL (for facsimile) • INSTALLATION • INITIAL SETTINGS • CHOOSING SUITABLE MEDIA • HOW TO USE THE FAX FUNCTION • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS • TROUBLESHOOTING • APPENDIX Page...
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The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including FAX machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual.
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If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Sharp Electronics Corporation 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495 Telephone: 1-800-BE-SHARP...
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ... i QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ... 3 LIST OF FAX FUNCTIONS... 6 INSTALLATION CONNECTIONS ... 11 ● CONNECTING THE TELEPHONE LINE CORD ...11 FINAL PREPARATIONS ... 12 ● CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES ...12 INITIAL SETTINGS PART NAMES... 13 A LOOK AT THE FAX OPERATION PANEL ...
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HOW TO USE THE FAX FUNCTION SENDING ORIGINALS ... 52 ● SETTING THE ORIGINAL ...52 OPTIONAL TRANSMISSION SETTINGS ... 54 ● ORIGINAL SIZE...54 ● RESOLUTION...55 ● CONTRAST ...55 ● COVER SHEET ...56 ● MESSAGE FUNCTION...57 ● TWO-SIDED ORIGINAL TRANSMISSION FUNCTION ...58 DIALING AND TRANSMITTING...
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE The following quick reference guide provides brief explanations the operation of the machine. Selecting the transmission mode (p.26) Memory transmission mode The indicator lights up when memory transmission mode is selected. Place the original Using the RSPF (p.52) face up Place the original (up to 50 pages at once)
Sending a fax Dialing methods Direct Dialing (p.59) SPEED/ Speed Dialing SEARCH (p.59) Rapid Key Dialing (p.59) SPEED/ Chain Dialing SEARCH (p.60) Speed Dial number or Rapid Key set for Chain Dialing when stored. Dial with the numeric keys and then press the [REDIAL/PAUSE] key.
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Sending a fax to multiple destinations (Broadcasting) (p.71) BROAD- CAST Place the original. Storing a fax job while another job is in progress Fax transmission or reception in progress Place the original. Automatically sending a fax at a specified time (timer transmission) To set up a timer transmission, see "TIMER OPERATIONS"...
LIST OF FAX FUNCTIONS The FAX MAIN MENU is used to configure settings for the fax function and program information such as the fax number of the machine. The settings in the FAX MAIN MENU are shown below. The procedure for configuring settings is explained in "SELECTING SETTINGS FOR THE FUNCTION" (p.10). Menu item 0 : RX DATA TRANSFER 1 : DATA TRANSFER...
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Menu item 6 : AUTO LISTING Enable automatic printing of the Activity Report when information on a total of 50 fax transmissions/receptions accumulates. 1 : ON 2 : OFF 7 : PRINT SELECTION 1 : TRANSMISSION 2 : BROADCAST 3 : RECEPTION 4 : IMAGE MEM.
Menu item 16 : RCV REDUCE 17 : BEEP LENGTH 18 : RINGER VOLUME 19 : BEEPER VOLUME 20 : DIAL MODE 21 : DISTINCTIVE RING 22 : INDEX PRINT 23 : DATE&TIME FORMAT 24 : 2-SIDED RX 25 : TRAY SELECTION Settings (factory default setting appears in bold) When a fax is received that is larger that the printing paper, enable reduction of the fax to the size of the paper to avoid the...
Enable fax reception when the answering machine is full and cannot receive messages or otherwise fails. 1 : ON 2 : OFF Perform polling transmission once. Perform polling transmission repeatedly. Poll another fax machine. Sequentially poll multiple fax machines. Page...
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SELECTING SETTINGS FOR THE FUNCTION The general procedure for configuring settings for the fax function is explained below. Follow this procedure to configure the settings explained on pages 6 through 9. An item can also be selected after pressing the [MENU] key by pressing the numeric key for the item (the key Note corresponding to the number that appears in front of the item).
Chapter 1 INSTALLATION CONNECTIONS CONNECTING THE TELEPHONE LINE CORD Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the machine marked "LINE." Plug the other side into a standard (RJ11C) single-line telephone wall jack. Be sure not to plug this telephone line cord into the "TEL" jack. The "TEL"...
FINAL PREPARATIONS CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES If desired, an answering machine or external telephone can be connected to the machine through the telephone jack, labeled "TEL," on the rear of the machine. ● Connecting an answering machine to the machine allows you to receive both voice and fax messages when you are out.
Chapter 2 INITIAL SETTINGS PART NAMES Document glass Operation panel Front cover Paper tray Bypass tray paper guides RSPF Exit area Document feeder tray Bypass tray TEL jack LINE jack Paper output tray Paper output tray extension Power switch Handles Power cord Original guides Document...
Also, press this key twice to search for an automatic dialing number. [BROADCAST] key Press this key to send originals to a group of receiving fax machines. [RECEPTION MODE] key Press this key to select the mode of reception. [REDIAL/PAUSE] key Press this key to automatically redial the last number you dialed.
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[SPEAKER] key Press this key to begin manual dialing. (To close the line, press the [SPEAKER] key again.) LINE STATUS indicator Lit when sending/receiving faxes, blinking when receiving data. [MODE SELECT] key / Mode indicators Press this key to select the mode. The indicator of the selected mode lights (copy, printer, scanner, fax mode indicators).
ABOUT THE LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY The machine is equipped with a two-line liquid crystal display (LCD) on the operation panel for displaying various messages and settings during operation. This LCD can display up to 20 characters on each line. When the machine is idle, the LCD shows the date, time, reception mode and the stand-by memory available.
ADJUSTING THE RINGING VOLUME Adjust the ringing volume of the machine following the procedure below. Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:USER PROGRAM" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "4:USER PROGRAM" Press the [ ] key ( ) or [...
SETTING THE LENGTH OF ALARM BEEPS You can select the length in seconds of the alarm beeps (emitted at the end of transmission and reception) following the procedure below. Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:USER PROGRAM"...
ADJUSTING THE ALARM BEEP VOLUME Adjust the volume of alarm beeps (emitted at the end of transmission and reception) following the procedure below. Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:USER PROGRAM" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key.
FAX SETUP HOW TO ENTER CHARACTERS You can enter letters with the numeric keys. Letters are marked above each of the numeric keys [2] through [9]. To enter a letter, press the appropriate key repeatedly until the desired letter appears (the number of the key appears first, followed by letters in the order marked above the key).
ENTERING YOUR NAME AND FAX NUMBER You can view all of the items in the menu display by pressing the [MENU] key, then using the [ Note ] key ( ) to scroll through the function list. Pressing the [ENTER] key chooses the displayed function. Procedures for inputting various items (name, telephone number, date, etc.) are given as follows.
INITIAL SETTINGS Press the [ENTER] key. SETTING THE DATE AND TIME The date and time that appear in the display are printed at the top of each page you transmit. Set the date and time by pressing the keys on the operation panel as shown below. If you enter an incorrect number, press the [CLEAR] key ( The time can be displayed in 12-hour or 24-hour format.
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To change the display format to 12-hour or 24-hour format, follow the steps below: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:USER PROGRAM" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "4:USER PROGRAM" Press the [ ] key ( ) or [...
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INITIAL SETTINGS To change the order of display of the date, follow the steps below: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( until "4:USER PROGRAM" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "4:USER PROGRAM" Press the [ ] key ( until "23:DATE&TIME FORMAT"...
Daylight Saving Time Setting Enable this setting to have the internal clock automatically move forward and backward at the beginning and end of Daylight Saving Time. If a transmission is in progress when the clock adjustment time for daylight savings time arrives, the clock will not Note be adjusted until the transmission ends.
INITIAL SETTINGS SELECTING THE TRANSMISSION MODE The machine has two modes for sending faxes: memory transmission and direct transmission. To change modes, press the [MEMORY] key. The MEMORY indicator lights up when memory transmission is selected, and goes off when direct transmission is selected. Transmission takes place as follows in each mode: Memory transmission (the MEMORY indicator is lit) When a fax is sent from the RSPF and there are no previously stored fax jobs and no job in progress (the telephone...
SELECTING THE RECEPTION MODE Your machine has three modes for receiving incoming calls and faxes: ● AUTO mode: Select this mode when you only want to receive faxes on your telephone line. The machine will automatically answer all calls and receive incoming faxes. ●...
INITIAL SETTINGS SETTING THE NUMBER OF RINGS FOR AUTO RECEPTION You can set the number of rings before the machine answers in AUTO mode following the procedure below. Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:USER PROGRAM"...
SETTING THE NUMBER OF RINGS FOR MANUAL RECEPTION The number of rings before the machine answers in MANUAL mode can also be set. If you do not want the machine to answer at all in MANUAL Mode, select "0" in Step 4 below. Press the [MENU] key.
INITIAL SETTINGS SETTING THE TRAY SELECTION (when the 250-sheet paper feed unit is installed) Follow the steps below to select the paper tray for received faxes. Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:USER PROGRAM" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key.
SETTING THE DIAL MODE The machine can be used with both touch-tone and pulse telephone lines. Touch-tone uses tones of different pitches for each numeric key, while pulse lines use a series of pulses. Your machine must be set to match the kind of telephone line you are using: touch-tone or pulse.
INITIAL SETTINGS SETTING THE NUMBER OF RECALL TIMES The machine will automatically reattempt transmission when a transmission is not successful because the line is busy or a communication error occurs. This setting is used to select the number of recall attempts that will be made. •...
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When a communication error occurs You can select the number of recall attempts made when a communication error occurs. If "0" is entered, the machine will not make any recall attempts. Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:USER PROGRAM"...
INITIAL SETTINGS SETTING THE RECALL INTERVAL The machine will automatically reattempt transmission when a transmission is not successful because the line is busy or a communication error occurs. This setting is used to select the interval between recall attempts. • If a transmission is still not successful after the set number of recall attempts is made, a report will Note print and the document will be cleared from memory.
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When a communication error occurs You can select the interval between recall attempts when a communication error occurs. An interval from 0 to 15 minutes can be selected. If the recall interval is set to 0 minutes, the machine will immediately call again after breaking the connection due to the communication error.
INITIAL SETTINGS SETTING THE INDEX FUNCTION You can print an index mark along the edge of the pages in each job. This makes it easy to separate different jobs on the output tray. Use the following procedure to set the index function: Press the [MENU] key.
SETTING RESOLUTION PRIORITY For most faxing jobs, you will most likely want to specify the resolution. However, you can also set a default resolution when no setting is made using the [RESOLUTION] key. To turn on this function, follow the procedure below: Press the [MENU] key.
INITIAL SETTINGS SETTING UP THE MACHINE FOR USE WITH A PC MODEM The machine is set to automatically begin reception if you pick up from an extension telephone and the machine detects a fax tone. However, if you are using a modem on the same line, you must deactivate this function: otherwise the machine will mistakenly attempt to receive the transmission from your computer.
USING THE REMOTE RECEPTION FUNCTION The machines Remote Reception feature is designed to allow you to activate fax reception from an extension telephone. The Remote Reception function operates even when the FAX Signal Receive function is turned off. See "SETTING UP THE MACHINE FOR USE WITH A PC MODEM" on page 38. When you hear the fax tone, simply press the one-digit Fax Remote Number (Factory setting: 5) and feature.
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INITIAL SETTINGS Setting a Fax Remote Number: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:USER PROGRAM" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "4:USER PROGRAM" Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "13:FAX REMOTE NUMBER"...
DISTINCTIVE RINGING Distinctive ringing is a service offered by some telephone companies that allows you to use up to six different telephone numbers, each with a distinctive ringing pattern, on your regular single line. If you subscribe to a distinctive ringing service, you can set your fax to automatically answer when it detects one of these ringing patterns, and use the number corresponding to that pattern as an exclusive fax number.
INITIAL SETTINGS STORING NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC DIALING Automatic Dialing is a quick and convenient way to dial by using only a Rapid key (Rapid Key Dialing), or pressing the [SPEED/SEARCH] key and select the SPEED and entering a two digit number (Speed Dialing). To use Automatic Dialing, you must first store the full number.
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Enter the name of the destination with the numeric keys. Enter the name of the location or party by pressing numeric keys as described in "HOW TO ENTER CHARACTERS" on page 20 (maximum of 20 characters). If you do not want to enter a name, skip this step.
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INITIAL SETTINGS Use the following procedure to clear numbers: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( until "2:ENTRY MODE" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "2:ENTRY MODE" Press the [ ] key ( until "1:FAX NUMBER" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key.
Group keys allow you to dial a group of fax numbers by simply pressing the appropriate Group key once. They are convenient for the Broadcasting function, which is used to transmit an original to a group of fax machines. All Rapid keys can be programmed as Group keys. To program or clear a group key, follow the steps below. Note that one key cannot be programmed as both a Rapid key and a Group key at the same time.
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INITIAL SETTINGS Enter a name for the Group Key with the numeric keys. Enter the name of the group by pressing numeric keys as described in "HOW TO ENTER CHARACTERS" on page 20 (maximum of 20 characters). If you do not want to enter a name, skip this step.
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Deleting numbers from Group Keys: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "2:ENTRY MODE" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "2:ENTRY MODE" Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "1:FAX NUMBER"...
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USING THE MACHINE WITH AN ANSWERING MACHINE QUIET DETECT TIME Quiet Detect Time is the function that enables the machine to be used along with an answering machine for both phone messages and faxes. After the answering machine has answered, any duration of silence longer than a certain threshold time will prompt the machine to take over the line and prepare to receive a fax.
If Quiet Detect Time is not working properly... With some answering machines, there is simply no Quiet Detect Time that will allow both reception of faxes and uninterrupted voice messages. Even in this case, however, you can set up the machine to receive both phone and fax messages from callers on touch-tone lines.
Chapter 3 CHOOSING SUITABLE MEDIA ORIGINALS SUITABLE FOR FAXING Make sure that the originals you want to fax meet specifications and guidelines listed in this section. SIZE AND WEIGHT The size and weight of originals that you can load in the RSPF depend on whether you load one sheet at a time or several sheets at once.
● Transparency films, tracing paper, or other transparencies ● Originals with plastic or metallic coatings • SHARP does not accept any responsibility for the loss or damage of originals. Note • Scanning an original that is longer than 500 mm will result in a misfeed.
Chapter 4 HOW TO USE THE FAX FUNCTION The machine offers a range of sophisticated features that allow you to control image quality, reception mode, broadcasting, polling, and transmission priorities. Functions such as sending original(s) from memory and substituting reception into memory are possible, due to the large memory capacity. SENDING ORIGINALS SETTING THE ORIGINAL This section describes setting original(s) in the RSPF or on the document glass.
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When placing the Original on the document glass: Confirm that there are no original(s) in the RSPF, and open the RSPF. Place the original face down on the document glass. Align the original according to the original scale in the illustration below.
OPTIONAL TRANSMISSION SETTINGS There are several transmission settings that you can make before dialing and transmitting an original. ORIGINAL SIZE The original size can be set to "8.5x11", "8.5x14", or "A4". The setting is only effective for one transmission. If desired, you can set a fixed original size that remains in effect for all transmissions. Press the [MENU] key.
RESOLUTION To do this, press the [RESOLUTION] key one or more times until the desired resolution settings appear in the display, and then press the [ENTER] key. Your fax has five resolution settings: • STANDARD Use STANDARD for ordinary originals. This setting gives you the fastest transmission. •...
AUTOMATIC COVER SHEET IMPORTANT DATE : MAY-11-200X FRI 07:30 PM : SERVICE CENTER FAX # : 0333829161 FROM : SHARP FAX # : 0666211221 PAGES : 02PAGES WERE SENT (INCLUDING THIS PAGE) Press the [ENTER] key. ] key ( If the message function is selected, a message is printed.
MESSAGE FUNCTION One of the following messages can be selected: "CONFIDENTIAL", "PLS. DISTRIBUTE", "URGENT", "PLS. CALL BACK", "IMPORTANT". If a message is selected when the cover sheet function is not used, the message will be added to the top of the Note first page of the fax.
HOW TO USE THE FAX FUNCTION TWO-SIDED ORIGINAL TRANSMISSION FUNCTION The RSPF can be used to automatically fax a two-sided original. If desired, the back of the original can be rotated 180° before transmission. • The original must be placed in the RSPF when using the two-sided original transmission function. The Note document glass cannot be used.
DIALING AND TRANSMITTING Once you have set the original (either in the RSPF or on the document glass), and have selected the desired transmission settings, you are ready to dial the number of the receiving fax machine and transmit the original. You can choose from one of the several ways of dialing that best suit your needs.
HOW TO USE THE FAX FUNCTION CHAIN DIALING The Chain Dialing function allows you to combine a Rapid Key or Speed Dial number (See "STORING NUMBERS FOR AUTOMATIC DIALING" (p.42)) set for Chain Dialing with another Rapid Key, Speed Dial number, or number dialed with the numeric keys to dial one fax number up to 50 digits long.
USING THE SEARCH KEY If you do not remember the Rapid key or Speed Dial number in which you have stored a particular fax number, you can search for the number by following the steps below: Press the [SPEED/SEARCH] key twice.
IF THE MEMORY BECOMES FULL WHILE SCANNING AN ORIGINAL If the memory becomes full while scanning an original, "MEMORY FULL ERROR" will appear in the display and scanning will stop. If the memory becomes full while the first page is being scanned, scanning will stop and the transmission will be canceled.
RECEIVING FAXES You can set the machine to one of three modes of reception, AUTO, MAN. , or A.M. (Answering Machine). To select the reception mode, press the [RECEPTION MODE] key until the desired reception mode appears in the display. USING AUTO MODE Select AUTO mode when you only want to receive faxes on your telephone line.
OPTIONAL RECEPTION SETTINGS The machine has various optional settings for the reception of faxes. TWO-SIDED RECEPTION This function is used to print a received fax consisting of two or more pages of the same size on both sides of the paper.
RECEIVE REDUCE You may on occasion receive faxes that are larger than the paper loaded in the machine. To ensure that you do not lose any part of the original, you should use the Receive Reduce function, which scales the fax to the printing paper size.
WHEN USING MANUAL SENDING AND RECEIVING You need to use the [SPEAKER] key or an extension telephone to perform manual sending and receiving. For information about connecting an extension telephone See "CONNECTING OTHER DEVICES" (p.12). When the extension telephone rings, pick up the handset and converse.
Chapter 5 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS MEMORY Your machine has a memory area that can be used to store both incoming faxes and outgoing originals. ● Approximately 120 pages of average content can be held in memory for transmission and reception. Less can be held if any of the pages were scanned using fine or superfine resolution.
DATA TRANSFER If there is a problem with the machine, you can use the Data Transfer function to have received faxes read into memory and then sent to a different fax machine for printing. This function is used when you cannot print received faxes, for example when the machine runs out of toner, or a misfeed occurs.
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Follow these steps to use the fax transfer function: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "0:RX DATA TRANSFER" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "0:RX DATA TRANSFER" Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "1:DATA TRANSFER"...
TRANSMISSION RESERVATION When your fax is busy receiving an original or transmitting an original from memory, you can "reserve" a transmission by setting the original (either in the RSPF or on the document glass), reading it into memory, and entering the fax number. Once the current operation is completed, your fax will automatically dial the number and transmit the original saving you from having to wait.
BROADCASTING This function allows you to send the same original to as many as 100 different locations with just one operation. Once the original is loaded, it is scanned and stored in memory. The fax numbers you have entered are then automatically dialed in succession, and the original is transmitted to each location.
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Broadcasting using a Group key If the fax machines to which you want to broadcast have all been programmed into one Group key, you can perform the broadcasting operation using the following simplified procedure. Refer to "STORING NUMBERS UNDER GROUP KEYS"...
You can use your fax to both poll and be polled by others. Serial polling can be used to poll multiple fax machines (maximum of 100) in a single operation. POLLING You can request that another fax machine send you the original that is set in that fax machine.
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS SERIAL POLLING You can poll several fax machines one at a time with a single serial polling operation. A maximum of 100 fax machines can be polled in one serial polling operation. Other fax A memory Original is set...
("RESTRICTING POLLING MACHINES (POLLING SECURITY)" on page 77). To let other fax machines poll your fax machine, the original to be transmitted must be scanned into memory and the reception mode of your machine must be set to "Auto".
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Adding a original to polling memory: Use this procedure to add an original to another original that has already been scanned into polling memory. Place the original in the RSPF or on the document glass and follow the steps below. Press the [MENU] key.
RESTRICTING POLLING MACHINES (POLLING SECURITY) If you wish to allow only specified fax machines to poll your fax machine, enable polling security and program the fax numbers of the machines that are to be allowed to poll your machine. When this is done, polling will take place when the fax number of the polling machine matches one of the fax numbers that have been programmed in your machine.
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Programming/deleting passcode numbers: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "2:ENTRY MODE" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "2:ENTRY MODE" Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "4:PASSCODE # MODE"...
TIMER OPERATIONS The timer function allows you to set a transmission or polling operation to be performed automatically at a time you specify. Up to five transmission operations or polling operations can be set at any one time, and the times they will be performed can be specified up to a week in advance.
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ to select the day of the week and press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ to select the transmission mode and press the [ENTER] key.
ANTI JUNK FAX You can avoid wasting fax paper by using the Anti Junk Fax function. This function blocks reception of faxes from up to ten specified parties. To turn the Anti Junk Fax feature on and off, use the following procedure: Press the [MENU] key.
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS To store junk fax numbers, use the following procedure: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "5:ANTI JUNK FAX" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "5:ANTI JUNK FAX" Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ to select "2:JUNK FAX #"...
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To clear junk fax numbers, use the following procedure: Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ until "5:ANTI JUNK FAX" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key. Selection "5:ANTI JUNK FAX" Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ to select "2:JUNK FAX #"...
OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, SCANNER, AND FAX MODES Some operations cannot be performed simultaneously when the machine is being used in printer mode, copy mode, scanner mode, and fax mode. Modes Copy Key entry During copying Printer Printing Scanner During scanning Key entry transmission During direct...
Chapter 6 TROUBLESHOOTING PRINTING OUT REPORTS The machine is capable of printing a range of reports on faxing activities as well as various settings you have made. The reports are described below. 1. TIMER LIST: You can print a list of timer or dual access operations that are currently set. 2.
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TROUBLESHOOTING 5. PASSCODE LIST: You can print a list of your fax information and polling security information. POLL SECURITY SYSTEM # ID # PASSCODE # SENDER'S NAME SENDER'S # FW. STA. NAME FW. STATION # 6. JUNK FAX # LIST: Fax numbers designated as Anti Junk Fax numbers.
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7. USER PROGRAM LIST: Currently activated USER PROGRAM settings. Use the following procedure to print out reports: Press the [REPORT] key. Press the [REPORT] key to select the report that you wish to print. USER PROGRAM LIST S E P - 1 0 - 2 0 0 X F R I 0 6 : 3 0 P M MENU # ITEM DOC.
TROUBLESHOOTING ACTIVITY REPORT AUTO LISTING This setting is used to automatically print the Activity Report for transmissions and receptions. The Activity Report will automatically print when information on a total of 50 fax transmissions and receptions accumulates. Once information on 50 transmissions/receptions accumulates, the oldest transaction is deleted each time a new transaction takes place.
PRINTING TRANSACTION REPORTS The machine can be set to print a transaction report after each transmission, reception, and/or error. The printing condition can be selected separately for three types of transaction reports: "TRANSMISSION LIST", "BROADCAST LIST", and "RECEPTION LIST". For each type of report, select one of the following printing conditions: "ALWAYS PRINTS"...
Received images are distorted. If your problem cannot be solved by carrying out the instructions in the Check and Remedy column above, please Note contact your authorized SHARP dealer. Cause and solution The telephone line cord is not correctly connected to the machine and the wall telephone jack.
MESSAGES AND SIGNALS DISPLAY MESSAGES Message FRONT OR SIDE COVER OPEN. CLOSE COVERS. CLOSE THE SPF/RSPF COVER. The RSPF cover is open. Close the RSPF cover. CLEAR PAPER JAM. SPF/RSPF JAM. MEMORY FULL LOAD XXX SIZE PAPER INTO TRAY1 CAN NOT PRINT NO XXX SIZE TRAY CHANGE TRAY SETTING AUDIBLE SIGNALS...
Memory capacity Error Correction Mode(ECM) * 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 machines. There may be some deviations from these values in individual machines.
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Fax setup Connecting the telephone line cord... 11 Daylight saving time setting ... 25 Dial mode ... 31 Distinctive ringing ... 41 Entering your name and fax number... 21 How to enter characters ... 20 Index function... 36 Number of recall times ... 32 Number of rings for auto reception...
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MODEL FO-2080 DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL (for general information) PREPARATIONS LOADING PAPER MAKING COPIES CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS USER SETTINGS TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE APPENDIX Page...
SELLING DEALER EXTENDS TO YOU. In order to assure you, the end-user, of warranty protection, Sharp extends a limited warranty to each of its authorized dealers and, in turn, requires each of its authorized dealers to extend its own warranty to you on terms that are no less favorable than those given to the dealer by Sharp.
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CAUTIONS ... 3 SOFTWARE LICENSE ... 4 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION ... 5 INTRODUCTION ... 6 MAIN FEATURES... 7 1 PREPARATIONS PART NAMES... 9 CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES ... 12 PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR INSTALLATION... 12 INSTALLING THE TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE ... 14 POWER ON AND OFF ...
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6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS USING THE PRINTER MODE ... 58 BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING ... 58 USING THE SCANNER MODE... 59 SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE MACHINE ... 59 SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER ... 60 OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND SCANNER MODES ... 60 HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL ...
CAUTIONS Caution label on the machine The label ( ) in the fusing area of the machine indicates the following: : Caution, risk of danger : Caution, hot surface Cautions on using the machine Follow the cautions below when using this machine. Warning: •...
• Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat, the Adobe PDF logo, and Reader are registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other countries. • Sharpdesk is a trademark of Sharp Corporation. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. SOFTWARE LICENSE The SOFTWARE LICENSE will appear when you install the software from the CD- ROM.
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION Laser information Wave length Pulse times (North America) Output power At the production line, the output power of the scanner unit is adjusted to 0.18 MILLIWATT PLUS 5% and is maintained constant by the operation of the Automatic Power Control (APC). Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
INTRODUCTION Some model may not be available in some countries. Note Using the manual This machine 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 machine features, be sure to familiarize yourself with this manual and the machine.
MAIN FEATURES High-speed laser copying First-copy time* is only 8.0* Copying speed is 20 copies per minute. This is ideal for business use and provides a big boost to workplace productivity. The first-copy time is measured after the power save indicator turns off following power on, using the document glass with the polygon rotating in the copy ready state and "LSU SETTING"...
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LCD panel displays messages • The LCD panel displays messages that show function settings and the status of the machine. Fax function • The machine is equipped with a plain paper laser fax function that is Super G3 compatible and includes a print hold feature. Laser printer function •...
Chapter 1 PREPARATIONS This chapter provides basic information that you should know before using the machine. PART NAMES Interface connector connector Document glass Operation panel Front cover Paper trays Side cover Side cover open button Bypass tray paper guides Original output tray extension Paper output tray RSPF Original guides...
PREPARATIONS Operation panel Keys for fax function (See the Operation Manual for facsimile.) [MODE SELECT] key / Mode indicators Press this key to select the mode. The indicator of the selected mode lights (copy, printer, scanner, fax mode indicators). Display This shows messages indicating the machine status and any problems that occur, as well as user programs and...
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[COPY RATIO] key Press to select an enlargement or reduction ratio. To select a preset ratio setting, press the [COPY RATIO] key and select the desired preset ratio. To select a ratio that is not preset, press the [COPY RATIO] key, select the preset ratio that is closest to the desired ratio, and then press the [ ] key (...
CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES Open the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included. If anything is missing or damaged, contact our Technical Assistance Department at 1-(630)378-3590 in the USA. If the machine does not function properly during setup or use, or if a Note function cannot be used, see "TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE"...
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Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration below and then open the RSPF and remove protective materials. Take out the bag containing the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge. Release the scan head locking switch. The scan head locking switch is under the document glass. If the switch is locked ( ) as shown below.
INSTALLING THE TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE Open the bypass tray, and then open the side cover. Remove the CAUTION tape from the front cover and remove the two protective pins from the fusing machine by pulling the strings upward one at a time. CAUTION tape Press gently on both sides of the front cover to open the...
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While pushing the lock release button, gently insert the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge until it locks into place. Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. When closing the covers, be Note sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side...
POWER ON AND OFF The power switch is located on the left side of the machine. If you use the machine in a country other than the country Warning where the machine was purchased, you will need to make sure that your local power supply is compatible with your model.
Power off Make sure that the machine is not in operation and then turn the power switch to the "OFF" position. Check the following to make sure the machine is not in operation: • The ready indicator is lit. (Initial state) •...
The tray location indicator will blink when there is no paper in the selected paper tray, or when the selected paper tray is not closed or is improperly closed. PAPER For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper. Paper tray type Paper tray...
● There are many varieties of special paper available on the market, and some cannot be used with this machine. Before using special paper, contact a SHARP service center. ● Before using other than SHARP recommended paper, make a test copy to see if the paper is suitable. LOADING THE PAPER TRAY...
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LOADING PAPER Store the pressure plate lock which has been removed in step 2. To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock to secure it as shown below. Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure that the edges go under the corner hooks.
• When loading envelopes, make sure that they are straight and flat and do not have loosely glued construction flaps (not the closure flap). • Special papers such as SHARP recommended transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray.
LOADING PAPER Loading paper in the bypass tray • Paper must be fed narrow side first into the feed slot. Note • Special papers such as transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray. •...
CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTING Follow these steps to change a tray's paper size setting. • The paper size setting cannot be changed when the machine has Note stopped temporarily due to running out of paper or a misfeed. •...
Chapter 3 MAKING COPIES This chapter explains basic copying functions. NORMAL COPYING Using the document glass • The document glass can scan up to 8-1/2" x 14" original. Note • When a copy is made, the edges will not be copied (image loss). For the image loss, see the "SPECIFICATIONS"...
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Check RSPF open function When enabled in program number 24 (p.65), this function may help prevent wasteful use of toner that occurs when the RSPF cover is not completely closed. If the start ( ) key is pressed when the RSPF cover is not completely closed, "CHECK ORIGINAL"...
MAKING COPIES Originals that cannot be used in the RSPF The following originals cannot be used. These may cause misfeeds or smudging and unclear images. • Transparencies, tracing paper, other transparent or translucent paper, and photographs. • Carbon paper, thermal paper. •...
Setting the number of copies Press the numeric keys to set the number of copies. The set number of copies appears in the display. A maximum of 99 copies can be set. If you wish to make only a single copy, copying is possible with the display showing "0".
MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTER Automatic exposure adjustment is initially enabled. This function automatically adjusts the copy image according to the original being copied. If you wish to select the exposure level yourself, follow the steps below. (Select from 2 original types and 5 exposure levels for each original type.) The exposure level used in automatic exposure adjustment can also be changed with "AE LEVEL ADJUST"...
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Copies can be reduced down to 25% or enlarged up to 400%. (When the RSPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50% to 200%.) The [COPY RATIO] key can be pressed to quickly select a ratio from among eight preset ratios. In addition, the ] key ( ) and [ ] key (...
Chapter 4 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS AUTOMATIC TWO-SIDED COPYING Two originals can be automatically copied onto both sides of a single sheet of paper. When the RSPF is used, two-sided copies of two-sided originals can easily be made. Document glass One-sided original →...
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Using the document glass Place the original that you wish to copy onto the front side of the paper on the document glass and close the RSPF. Press the [2-SIDED COPY] key until "1 TO 2" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key.
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CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS Using the RSPF Place the original(s) in the RSPF. (p.25) If you place an odd number of originals for one-sided to two-sided copying, the last page will be one-sided. Press the [2-SIDED COPY] key and select the two-sided copy mode that you wish to use.
SORT COPY Copies of multiple original pages can be sorted into sets. The number of pages that can be scanned varies depending on the Note original type (photo, text, etc.) and the amount of memory allocated to the printer. The amount of memory allocated to the printer can be changed with "MEM.
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS Using the RSPF Place the originals. (p.25) • If "SORT AUTO SELECT" is enabled in the user programs, the default output Note mode for copying from the RSPF is sort mode (p.65). In this case go directly to step 4.
COPYING MULTIPLE ORIGINALS ONTO A SINGLE SHEET OF PAPER Multiple originals can be copied onto a single sheet of paper in a selected layout pattern. This function is convenient for compiling multi-page reference materials into a compact format, or for providing an overview of all pages of a document on a single page.
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CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS Press the [ select the original size and then press the [ENTER] key. The following original sizes can be selected: "8.5x14", "8.5x13", "8.5x11", "5.5x8.5", "A4", "B5", "A5" Select the number of copies and any other settings, and then press the [START] key ( "[START] : NEXT SCAN [#] : START PRINT"...
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Using the RSPF Place the originals. (p.25) Press the [E-SORT/SP.FUN] key until "2IN1" appears and then press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ ] key ( the "ON" position and then press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ ] key ( select the original size and then press the [ENTER] key.
CREATING MARGINS WHEN COPYING The margin shift function is used to automatically shift the text or image or the copy paper approximately 1/2". As shown below, LONG EDGE or SHORT EDGE can be selected. RSPF Document glass Original • This feature cannot be used with the 2 IN 1 feature. Note •...
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Press the [ ] key ( the "ON" position and then press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ ] key ( select the margin position and then press the [ENTER] key. Select "LONG EDGE" or "SHORT EDGE". For the margin position, see the previous page. Select the number of copies and any other settings, and then press the [START] key ( The copy is delivered to the paper output tray.
Chapter 5 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE This chapter explains how to install and configure the software that is required for the printer and scanner functions of the machine. The procedure for viewing the Online Manual is also explained. • The explanations of screens and procedures in this manual are Note primarily for Windows Vista.
BEFORE INSTALLATION 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 USB2.0* Windows 2000 Professional* Operating system* Display 1024 x 768 dots resolution and 16-bit color or higher is recommended.
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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE • If you need to use a different connection method after installing the Note software using a USB or network connection, you must first uninstall the software and then install it using the new connection method. • The screen images in this manual are mainly for Windows XP. With other versions of Windows, some screen images may be different from those in this manual.
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The files required for installation of the MFP driver are copied. Follow the on-screen instructions. When "The installation of the SHARP software is complete." appears, click the "OK" button. • If you are using Windows Vista and a security warning window Caution appears, be sure to click "Install this driver software anyway".
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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE You will return to the window of step 8. If you wish to install Button Manager or Sharpdesk, click the "Utility Software" button. If you do not wish to install the Utility Software, click the "Close" button and go to step 12.
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When installing is finished, click the "Close" button. • If you are using Windows Vista and a security warning window Caution appears, be sure to click "Install this driver software anyway". • If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway"...
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Connecting a USB cable Follow the procedure below to connect the machine to your computer. A USB cable for connecting the machine to your computer is not included with the machine. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. •...
Using the machine as a network printer • Interface cables for connecting the machine to your computer are not Note included with the machine. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. • If you intend to use the machine as a scanner, it must be connected to your computer with a USB interface cable.
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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Set the IP Address This setting is only required once when using the machine on a network. Click the "Set the IP Address" button. The printer or printers connected to the network will be detected. Click the printer to be configured (the machine) and click the "Next"...
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Click the "Next" button. Click the "Yes" button in the confirmation dialog box that appears. Go to step 11. LPR (TCP/IP) direct printing After step 1-7 on page 47 Click the "Printer Driver" button. If you have not set the IP Address, click the "Set the IP Address"...
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Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway" or "Yes". When "The installation of the SHARP software is complete." appears, click the "OK" button. When the "Finish" screen appears, click the "Close" button.
Sharing the printer using windows networking If the machine will be used as a shared printer on a network, follow these steps to install the printer driver in the client computer. To configure the appropriate settings in the print server, see the Note operation manual or help file of your operating system.
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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE For the port to be used, select the machine set as a shared printer, and click the "Next" button. If you are using Windows 2000/XP, you can also click the "Add Network Port" button and select the printer to be shared by browsing the network in the window that appears.
In Windows XP, click the "start" button, select "Control Panel" and click "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Scanners and Cameras". Click the "SHARP FO-xxxx" icon and select "Properties" from the "Organize" menu. In Windows XP, select "Properties" from the "File" menu.
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Repeat Steps 4 through 6 to link Button Manager to "SC2:" through "SC6:". Select "SC2:" from the "Select an event" pull-down menu. Select "Start this program", select "Sharp Button Manager X" from the pull-down menu, and then click the "Apply" button. Do the same for each ScanMenu through "SC6:".
Click the "Start" button, select "Settings", and then click "Control Panel". Double-click the "Scanners and Cameras" icon. Select "SHARP FO-xxxx" and click the "Properties" button. In the "Properties" screen, click the "Events" tab. Select "SC1:" from the "Scanner events" pull-down menu.
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Repeat Steps 5 through 7 to link Button Manager to "SC2:" through "SC6:". Select "SC2:" from the "Scanner events" pull-down menu. Select "Sharp Button Manager X" in "Send to this application" and click the "Apply" button. Do the same for each ScanMenu through "SC6:".
Chapter 6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS The machine includes a USB connector and a LAN connector as standard equipment. When the USB connector is used, the printer and scanner functions can be used. When the LAN connector is used, the printer function can be used. The machine has the following features: •...
USING THE PRINTER MODE The procedure for loading paper for printing is the same as for loading copy paper. See "LOADING PAPER" (p.18). • Print jobs received while the machine is copying will be stored in Note memory. When the copy job is finished, the print jobs will begin printing.
USING THE SCANNER MODE The procedure for placing the original is the same as for copying. See "NORMAL COPYING" (p.24). Scanner mode cannot be used at the following times: Note • A misfeed has occurred (paper misfeed or original misfeed in the RSPF).
PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS Button Manager scan menu For information on Button Manager settings, see the Button Manager help file. The names in the Button Manager menu ("xxxx" in "SC1:xxxx", etc.) can be changed. See the online manual. SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER The machine supports the TWAIN standard, making it possible to scan from TWAIN- compliant applications.
HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL The online manual provides detailed instructions for operating the unit as a printer and scanner. It also provides methods for dealing with printing or scanner problems. Turn on your computer. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Click the "Start"...
Chapter 7 USER SETTINGS The user settings allow you to customize machine settings to better meet your needs. USER PROGRAMS The user settings consist of the following items. To change a user program setting, see "SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER PROGRAM"...
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Program Program name number AUTO SHUT-OFF TIME LAYOUT IN 2IN1 OFFSET FUNCTION ROTATE ORIG. IMAGE AE/TEXT RESOLUTION Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold) • This function automatically switches the machine to a state that consumes even less power than preheat mode if the set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when...
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USER SETTINGS Program Program name number 2-SIDED COPY MODE MARGIN WIDTH MEM. FOR PRINTER AUTO KEY REPEAT KEY PRESS TIME KEY TOUCH SOUND SOUND AT DEFAULT TONER SAVE MODE Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold) • If the memory fills up when two-sided copying is performed, "NORMAL"...
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Program Program name number AE LEVEL ADJUST LANGUAGE RESET FACTORY SORT AUTO SELECT CHECK RSPF OPEN VALID COPY WIDTH LSU SETTING PAPER TYPE DISPLAY CONTRAST Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold) • This is used to adjust the exposure level.
USER SETTINGS Print mode Program Program name number FORCED OUTPUT USB 2.0 MODE SWITCH* AUTO TRAY SWITCH * The scanning speed increases when the USB 2.0 mode is set to "HI-SPEED", however, the printing speed does not increase considerably. Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold)
SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER PROGRAM Press the [MENU] key and then press the [ENTER] key. In printer mode, the user programs are accessed by simply pressing the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( select the item that you wish to configure in the USER PROGRAM items, and then press the [ENTER] key.
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USER SETTINGS Audible signals (key entry beep, invalid key beep, base setting beep) The machine sounds three different types of beep signals: a key entry beep that sounds when a valid key is pressed, an invalid key beep that sounds when an invalid key is pressed, and a base setting beep that sounds when a setting is the same as the base setting (base settings are explained below).
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 indicated page. Note Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Indication Lamp indicator Tray...
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Indication Lamp indicator Blinks Error indicator Steadily MEMORY FULL, PRESS START TO RESUME. NO 2-SIDED COPY FROM BYPASS TRAY. NO 2IN1 COPY FROM BYPASS TRAY. NO 2IN1 COPY WITH MARGIN SHIFT. COPY RATIO CAN NOT BE CHANGED IN 2IN1. THIS MENU IS NOT SELECTABLE WITH DATA.
TROUBLESHOOTING THE MACHINE The following problems are related to the general operation of the machine and copying. Problem The machine does not operate. Copies are too dark or too light. Blank copies. Cause and solution The machine is not plugged into a power outlet.
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Problem Part of the image is cut off or there is too much blank space. Wrinkles appear in the paper or the image disappears in places. Copies are smudged or dirty. Images rub off the copy easily. Printing is not uniform between the edges of the paper and the...
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Problem Paper misfeed. White or black lines appear on copies. TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Cause and solution Misfeed occur. → To remove the misfeed, see "MISFEED REMOVAL". The paper is outside of the specified size and weight range. → Use copy paper within the specified range.
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Problem Paper size for a paper tray cannot be set. Output does not stack neatly in the paper output tray. A copy job stops before it is finished. The power save indicator is lit. Error indicator ( lit or blinking.
PROBLEMS DURING SETUP OF THE SOFTWARE If the software does not install correctly, check the following items on your computer. To remove the software, see "Removing the software" (p.77). MFP driver cannot be installed (Windows 2000/XP) If the MFP driver cannot be installed in Windows 2000/XP, follow these steps to check your computer's settings.
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Plug and play screen does not appear (USB only) If the Plug and Play screen does not appear after you connect the machine to your computer with a USB cable and turn on the machine, follow the steps below to verify that the USB port is available.
• In Windows XP, click "Add or Remove Programs". • In Windows 2000, double-click the "Add/Remove Programs" icon. Select "SHARP FO-2080 Series MFP Driver" and Button Manager from the list, and remove the software. For more information, refer to your operating manual or to the help files for your operating system.
MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed occurs, the error indicator blinks, "CLEAR PAPER JAM" appears in the display, and the machine stops operating. If a misfeed occurs when using the RSPF, "RETURN X ORIGINAL(S) START TO RESUME" will appear in the display. ("X"...
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A: Misfeed in the paper feed area Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration. If the error indicator blinks and the misfed paper is not visible in the paper feed area, pull out the paper tray and remove the misfed paper.
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 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 Warning removing misfed paper.
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Raise the fusing unit release lever, close the front cover and then close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The error indicator will go out and the ready indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and Caution then close the side cover.
TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT When toner is low, the error indicator will light up and "TD CARTRIDGE IS NEAR EMPTY." will appear in the display. For information on purchasing a new TD (Toner/ Developer) cartridge, see "ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS" (p.90). If copying is continued while the indicator is lit, copies will gradually become lighter until the toner runs out.
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Gently pull the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge out while pressing the lock release button. • After removing the TD cartridge, do not shake it or tap on it. Doing so Note may cause toner to leak from the cartridge. Put the old cartridge immediately in the bag contained in the box of the new cartridge.
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The error indicator will go out and the ready indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and Caution then close the side cover.
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Hold the drum cartridge handle and gently pull the cartridge out. Dispose of the old drum cartridge in accordance with local regulations. Remove the new drum cartridge from the protective bag and remove the protective cover from the cartridge. Gently install the new drum cartridge.
• "REMAINING DRUM LIFE": The remaining number of pages that can be MAINTENANCE REQUIRED When the error indicator will blink and "MAINTENANCE REQUIRED CALL FOR SERVICE" will appear in the display, service by an authorized SHARP service technician is required. Contact your service center as soon as possible. ] key (...
CLEANING THE MACHINE Proper care is essential in order to get clean, sharp copies. Be sure to take a few minutes to clean the machine on a regular basis. Do not spray flammable cleaner gas. Gas from the spray may...
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge and drum cartridge Remove the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge and drum cartridge as explained in "TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT" (p.82) and "DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT" (p.84). Wipe the parts of the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge and drum cartridge shown below with a clean cloth.
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Transfer charger Turn the power switch off. (p.17) Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. (p.14) 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.
Note 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 maximize the life and performance of SHARP copiers. Look for the Genuine Supplies label on the toner package.
Chapter 9 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Model Type Photoconductive type Document glass type Copy/printing system Originals Originals size Copy size Copying speed* Continuous copy First-copy time* Warm-up time* Copy ratio Exposure system Paper feed FO-2080 Digital Multifunctional System, Desktop OPC drum Fixed Dry, electrostatic transfer Sheets, bound documents Max.
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APPENDIX Fusing system Developer system Light source Resolution Gradation Power supply Power consumption Max. 1.0 kW Space requirements (with trays extended) Weight* Dimensions Operating conditions Acoustic noise emission (measurement according to ISO7779) When making multiple duplex copies, the copy speed will vary based on the environment conditions.
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20 ppm Resolution 600 dpi Memory Approx. 30 MB Emulation SPLC (Sharp Printer Language with Compression) 10BASE-T Network Interface* Interface USB 2.0 (Full-Speed/Hi-Speed compatible interface) [USB cable] USB cable that supports USB 2.0. Please purchase a commercially available USB cable.
APPENDIX Scanner Function Type Scanning method Light source Resolution Original types Effective scanning area Scanning speed Input Data Output Data Scanning colors Protocol Interface Drop out color Supported operating systems Void area Interface cables Scanner utilities Flatbed scanner Document glass/RSPF Cold cathode fluorescent lamp (CCD: 3 components;...
Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd. No1 Huntingwood Drive Huntingwood Blacktown N.S.W. Telephone number for information Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Sonninstrasse 3, 20097 Hamburg...
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3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests Environmental Effects : No data are available. Specific Hazards Directive 1999/45/EC(Europe) : Not classified as dangerous 4.FIRST-AID MEASURES Route(s) of Entry : Inhalation? Inhalation...
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Engineering Measures Ventilation Exposure Limit Values OSHA-PEL(USA) ACGIH-TLV(USA) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Hand Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Other Protective Equipment 9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Physical State : Solid Boiling / Melting Point Softening Point(°C) Flash Point(°C)
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and lung tumors. Moreover, a two-year cancer bioassay using a typical toner preparation containing carbon black demonstrated no association between toner exposure and tumor development in rats. Chronic Effect : In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate degree of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration (16mg/m group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in the middle (4mg/m...
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Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd. No1 Huntingwood Drive Huntingwood Blacktown N.S.W. Telephone number for information Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Sonninstrasse 3, 20097 Hamburg...
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3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests Environmental Effects : No data are available. Specific Hazards Directive 1999/45/EC(Europe) : Not classified as dangerous 4.FIRST-AID MEASURES Route(s) of Entry : Inhalation? Inhalation...
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Exposure Limit Values OSHA-PEL(USA) ACGIH-TLV(USA) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Hand Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Other Protective Equipment 9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Physical State : Solid Boiling / Melting Point Softening Point(°C) Flash Point(°C) Ignition Point(°C ) Explosion Properties Density(g/cm³)
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Chronic Effect : In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate degree of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration (16mg/m group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in the middle (4mg/m exposure group, the most relevant level to potential human exposures.
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INDEX Symbols ] key... 10, 31, 33, 36 ] key ... 10 ] key ... 10 2 IN 1 copy ... 35 [2-SIDED COPY] key ... 10, 31, 32 About the operation manuals ... 6 Appendix ... 91 Audible signals ... 68 Auto clear ...
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Initial settings... 16 Installing the software... 40 Installing the TD cartridge ... 14 Interface cable ... 90 Introduction... 6 IP address ... 48 Labels ... 18, 19, 21 Language setting ... 16 LAN connector... 9, 47 Loading paper ... 18 Loading paper in the bypass tray ...
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Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental consideration. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities, the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org, the lamp recycling organization: www.lamprecycle.org or Sharp at 1-800-BE-SHARP. (For U.S.A. Only)
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SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163. www.sharpusa.com PRINTED IN CHINA This manual has been printed using a vegetable-based 2009F soy oil ink to help protect the environment. TINSE2023QSZZ...
Introduction This manual describes the printer and scanner functions of the FO-2080 digital multifunctional system. ● For information on the following topics, please refer to the Operation Manual for the digital multifunctional system. Note • Basic machine procedures (adding paper, replacing the TD cartridge, removing misfeeds, using peripheral devices) •...
How to Use the Online Manual This section explains how to view the online manual. Please read this section before using the online manual. For information on using Acrobat Reader, see Acrobat Reader Help. How to Control the Online Manual In this manual, the following buttons are displayed at the bottom of each page.
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Contents Introduction How to Use the Online Manual 1 PRINT Basic Printing Opening the Printer Driver From the "Start" Button Printer Driver Settings Printing Multiple Pages on One Page Fitting the Printed Image to the Paper Two-sided Printing Rotating the Print Image 180 Degrees Printing a Watermark Outline of the Print Status Window 2 SCAN...
The "Print" dialog box will appear. CO NT E N TS I N D E X Make sure that "SHARP FO-xxxx" is selected as the printer. If you need to change any print settings, click the "Preferences" button to open the printer driver setup screen.
PRINT Basic Printing If the tray runs out of paper during printing Printing will automatically resume when paper is loaded in the tray. When using the bypass tray, select printer mode with the mode select key on the machine, load paper as instructed by the message in the display, and then press the [START] key to resume printing.
In Windows XP, if "Printers and Faxes" does not appear in the Note "start" menu, select "Control Panel", select "Printers and Other Hardware", and then select "Printers and Faxes". Click the "SHARP FO-xxxx" printer driver icon. Select "Properties" from the "Organize" menu. In Windows XP/2000, select "Properties" from the "File" menu.
PRINT Printer Driver Settings Some restrictions exist on the combinations of settings that can be selected in the printer driver setup screen. When a restriction is in effect, an information icon ( ) will appear next to the setting. Click the icon to view an explanation of the restriction. The settings and the image of the machine will vary Note depending on the model.
PRINT Printing Multiple Pages on One Page This feature allows you to reduce and print two or four document pages on a single sheet of paper. To use this function, open the printer driver setup screen and select "2-Up" or "4-Up" for "N-Up Printing" on the "Main" tab. ☞...
PRINT Fitting the Printed Image to the Paper The printer driver can adjust the size of the printed image to match the size of the paper loaded in the machine. Follow the steps shown below to use this function. The explanation below assumes that you intend to print a letter size document on invoice size paper.
PRINT Two-sided Printing This feature allows you to print on both sides of the paper. To use this function, open the printer driver setup screen and select "2-Sided (Book)" or "2-Sided (Tablet)" from "Document Style" in the "Main" tab. ☞ Basic Printing for details on how to open the printer driver.
PRINT Rotating the Print Image 180 Degrees The print image can be rotated 180 degrees. This feature is used to enable correct printing on envelopes and other paper with flaps that can only be loaded in one orientation. To use the feature, select the image orientation in "Image Orientation" on the "Paper" tab, and then select the "Rotate 180 degrees"...
PRINT Printing a Watermark You can print a watermark such as "CONFIDENTIAL" on your document. To print a watermark, open the printer driver, click the "Watermarks" tab, and follow the steps below. Basic Printing for details on how to open the printer driver. How to Print a Watermark From the "Watermark"...
PRINT Outline of the Print Status Window When printing begins, the Print Status Window automatically opens. The Print Status Window is a utility that monitors the machine and shows the name of the document being printed and any error messages that occur. When the machine is used as a network printer, the Print Status Window will not function.
SCAN Scanning Overview The flow chart shown below provides an overview of scanning. Scanning from a TWAIN* -compliant or WIA* -compliant application ☞ For more information, refer to "NORMAL COPYING" in the Operation Manual. Start up a Twain-compliant or WIA-compliant application, and select the machine's scanner Set the scan preferences Scanning...
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Scanning from a TWAIN-Compliant Application The SHARP scanner driver is compatible with the TWAIN standard, allowing it to be used with a variety of TWAIN-compliant applications. The procedure for scanning from some applications may differ in places from the procedure below. For more information, refer to the manual or the help file of your application.
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SCAN Scanning from a TWAIN-Compliant Application In the "Scanning Position" menu, select the location where you placed the original in Step 1. If you placed a one-sided original in the RSPF, select ● "SPF (Simplex)". When using the RSPF: ● If you placed a two-sided original in the RSPF, select "SPF (Duplex-Book)"...
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SCAN Scanning from a TWAIN-Compliant Application Specify the scanning area and set the scan preferences. For information on specifying the scan area and setting the scan preferences, see scanner driver Help. ☞ Scanner Driver Settings Scanning a large area in full color at high resolution Caution results in a large quantity of data and a prolonged scanning time.
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SCAN Scanning from a TWAIN-Compliant Application Scanner Driver Settings The scanner driver setup screen consists of the "Set-up screen", which lets you select scan settings, and the "Preview screen", which shows the scanned image. For details on the scan settings, click the "Help" button in the preview screen to display Help. Set-up screen CO NT E N TS I N D E X...
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SCAN Scanning from a TWAIN-Compliant Application Preview screen Preview window Click the "Preview" button in the Set-up screen to display the scanned image. You can specify the scanning area by dragging the mouse inside the window. The inside of the frame that is created when you drag the mouse will be the scanning area.
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If you have WIA drivers for other devices installed in your Note computer, the "Select Device" screen will open. Select "SHARP FO-xxxx" and click the "OK" button. CO NT E N TS I N D E X Select the paper source and picture type, and click the "Preview"...
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SCAN Scanning from a WIA-Compliant Application (Windows XP/Vista) Click the "Scan" button. Scanning begins and the image is acquired into Paint. ● ● Use "Save" in your application to specify a file name and folder for the scanned image, and save the image. ●...
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Click the "start" button, click "Control Panel", click "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Scanners and Cameras". Click the "SHARP FO-xxxx" icon and then click "Get pictures" in "Imaging Tasks". The "Scanner and Camera Wizard" will appear. CO NT E N TS I N D E X Click the "Next"...
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SCAN Scanning from the "Scanner and Camera Wizard" (Windows XP) Select the "Picture type" and "Paper source", and click the "Next" button. If you placed the original on the document glass, select ● "Flatbed" for the "Paper source". If you placed the original in the RSPF, select ●...
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SCAN Scanning from the "Scanner and Camera Wizard" (Windows XP) When scanning ends, the following screen will appear. Select the next task that you wish to perform, and then click the "Next" button. If you are ready to end the session, click "Nothing. I'm finished working with these pictures".
SCAN Outline of Button Manager Button Manager is a software utility that allows you to use the scanner function at the machine. Button Manager allows you to configure six sets of scanning settings as a scan menu on the machine. To view Help for a setting, click the ☞...
If the Button Manager icon does not appear on the task Note bar, click the "start" button, select "All Programs" ("Programs" in Windows 2000), select "Sharp Button Manager X", and then click "Button Manager" to start Button Manager. Click the tab of the scan menu that you want to set up.
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SCAN Button Manager Settings Set up the "Color Mode", "Edge" and other scan settings in the "Scan Setup" area. The tab names are initially "SC1:" to "SC6:". To assign a name to a tab, click the "Menu Name" button and enter the desired name. After entering the name, click the "Apply"...
→ Reconfigure the port setting of the shared printer. The machine is not selected in the application. → After choosing "Print" from the "File" menu, make sure that "SHARP FO-xxxx" is selected as the printer in the "Print" window. (part 1)
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On Windows 2000, click the "Start" button, select "Settings" and then click "Printers". 2 Does the "SHARP FO-xxxx" printer driver icon appear? 3 If the icon is shown but you still cannot print, the printer driver may not have been installed correctly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Problem The machine does not print. Printing is slow. The printed image is light and uneven. The printed image is dirty. CO NT E N TS I N D E X Cause and solution The "FORCED OUTPUT" setting is set to "OFF". →...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Problem The printed image is skewed or it runs off the paper. The printed image is skewed or it runs off the paper. Error indicator is lit or blinking. Poor scanning quality. CO NT E N TS I N D E X Cause and solution The size of paper loaded in the tray is not the size specified in the printer driver.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Problem Poor scanning quality. CO NT E N TS I N D E X Cause and solution You have not specified a suitable value for the "B/W Threshold" setting. → If you are scanning with a TWAIN-compliant application and are using "Red", "Green" or "Blue"...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Problem Unable to scan the image. Scanner transfer speed is slow. CO NT E N TS I N D E X Cause and solution If scanning is not possible, shut down your computer, turn off the machine's power switch, and unplug the machine's power cord. Next, start your computer, restore power to the machine, and try scanning again.
TROUBLESHOOTING If a Notice Page is printed If you find that a notice page has been printed at the end of a print job, the print data received from the computer has not been printed as specified. If the following Notice Page is printed, disable the ROPM function by removing the checkmark from "ROPM" in the "Configuration" tab of the printer driver setup screen.
PRINTER DRIVER FEATURES Printer Driver Features Setting Main Copies Collate N-Up Printing Border Document Style User Settings [User Settings] Setting Name Paper Paper Size Fit To Page Image Orientation Paper Source [Custom] Width Length Size *1 Will be reduced to letter size or the specified size before printing. *2 This initial setting may vary depending on your operating system settings.
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PRINTER DRIVER FEATURES Printer Driver Features Setting Advanced Print Quality 2 Gradation Print [Image Adjustment] Brightness Contrast Watermarks Watermark Text Size Angle Gray Scale On First Page Only Input Tray Options Configuration ROPM CO NT E N TS I N D E X Selections Draft/Normal/Photo On/Off...
WEB PAGE IN THE MACHINE About the Web Page If the machine is used as a network printer, you can access the Web page in the machine using a Web browser. You can check and change network settings in the Web page, and check the printer status. ●...
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After changing the network settings, click the "Submit" button to store the new settings. If you wish to cancel the new settings, click the "Reset" button. If a message appears prompting you to enter your user name and password, enter "admin" for the user name, "Sharp" for the Note password, and click the "OK"...
INDEX Index For detailed information on the settings in the printer driver, Print Status Window, scanner driver, and Button Manager, see the help files for each. About the Web Page ... 38 Help Advanced ... 37 Application Selection... 26 "Auto Scan Area Adjustment" button ...