Initial Settings; Power Save Modes - Sharp AR-M256 Operation Manual

BEFORE USING THE MACHINE

INITIAL SETTINGS

The machine reverts to the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key (
the preset "auto clear time" elapses after the last copy is made in any mode. When the machine reverts to the initial
settings, all settings and functions selected to that point are cancelled. The auto clear time can be changed in the
key operator programs. (See the "Key operator's guide".)
The initial settings that appear in the display are shown below.
Functions and settings are explained based on the above screen as applicable.
Copy ratio: 100%, Exposure: Automatic, Copy quantity: 0, Automatic two-sided: One side to One side,
Auto paper selection: On,
Paper tray: Upper paper tray
The initial settings can be changed in the key operator programs. (See the "Key operator's guide".)
Note
For the initial settings (initial screen) of printer, fax, and scanner modes, see the operation manuals of those
modes.

POWER SAVE MODES

The machine has two power save modes to reduce overall power consumption and thereby reduce the cost of
operation. These modes help conserve natural resources and reduce environmental pollution. The two power save
modes are "Preheat mode" and "Auto power shut-off mode".
The time settings for each mode can be changed in the key operator programs. (See the "Key operator's guide".)
Preheat mode
When the set time elapses, the temperature of the fusing unit is automatically lowered to reduce power consumption
while on standby. The factory default setting is 15 minutes. To return to normal operation, touch any key on the
operation panel. To make a copy when the machine is in this mode, simply select the desired copy selections and
then press the [START] key (
Auto power shut-off mode
When the set time elapses, the power to the fusing unit automatically turns off to reduce power consumption (This is
based on the guidelines of the International Energy Star Program.). The factory default setting is 60 minutes. When
the machine enters this mode, the touch panel screen turns off and only the [START] key (
normal operation, press the [START] key (
press the [START] key (
automatically deactivates and the machine returns to normal operation.
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READY TO COPY.
SPECIAL MODES
2-SIDED COPY
OUTPUT
).
). To copy after warm-up starts, make desired copy selections and
). When the machine receives a fax or a print job, Auto power shut-off mode
0
AUTO
EXPOSURE
A4
AUTO A4
PAPER SELECT
A4
A3
100%
COPY RATIO
) is pressed, or
) blinks. To return to