Sharp AR-M256 Setup Manual
Sharp AR-M256 Setup Manual

Sharp AR-M256 Setup Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    SOFTWARE SETUP GUIDE DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM Page • INTRODUCTION Inside cover • ABOUT THE SOFTWARE • BEFORE INSTALLATION • INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE • CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER • CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER • HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL • TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 2: Software License

    Versions for other countries and regions may vary slightly from the North American version. • Where "AR-XXXX" appears in this manual, please substitute the name of your model for "XXXX". • This manual refers to the "SHARP Digital Multifunctional System AR-M256/M257/M316/M317/ 5625/5631 Series Software CD-ROM" simply as "CD-ROM".
  • Page 3 CONTENTS ABOUT THE SOFTWARE..................... 2 BEFORE INSTALLATION ..................... 2 ● HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS ..............2 ● INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE........2 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE .................... 3 ● STANDARD INSTALLATION (USB only) ................... 3 ● CUSTOM INSTALLATION ......................5 ●...
  • Page 4: About The Software

    ABOUT THE SOFTWARE The CD-ROM that accompanies the machine contains the following software: For users of Windows NT 4.0 Note The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows NT 4.0. Contact your dealer or nearest authorized service representative if you want the software for Windows NT 4.0.
  • Page 5: Installing The Software

    INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE If an error message appears, follow the on-screen instructions to solve the problem. After the Note problem is solved, the installation procedure will continue. Depending on the problem, you may have to click the "Cancel" button to exit the installer. In this case, reinstall the software from the beginning after solving the problem.
  • Page 6 Windows will detect the machine and the Plug and Play screen will appear. Begin installation of the printer driver. "SHARP AR-XXXX" will appear in the "Found New Hardware Wizard" dialog box. Select "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" and click the "Next"...
  • Page 7: Custom Installation

    INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE CUSTOM INSTALLATION The procedure for a custom installation of the software is explained below. Use the custom installation procedure when the machine is connected by a parallel cable, when the machine is used as a shared printer on a network, or when installing the PC-Fax driver. Installation in Windows XP (USB/Parallel cable) The USB or parallel cable must not be Click the "Custom"...
  • Page 8 (the message may Begin installation of the printer driver. appear more than once), click the "Continue Anyway" button. "SHARP AR-XXXX" will appear in the "Found New Hardware Wizard" dialog box. Select "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" and click the "Next"...
  • Page 9 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Installation in Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB cable) The USB cable must not be connected Click the "Custom" button. to the machine. Make sure that the cable is not connected before proceeding. If the cable is connected, a Plug and Play window will appear.
  • Page 10 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE When you are asked how the printer is When "The installation of the SHARP connected, select "Connected to this software is complete" appears, click computer" and click the "Next" button. the "OK" button. Click the "Close" button.
  • Page 11 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Installation in Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000 (Parallel cable) For users of Windows NT 4.0 Note The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows NT 4.0. Contact your dealer or nearest authorized service representative if you want the software for Windows NT 4.0.
  • Page 12 "Parallel" and click the Begin installation of the printer driver. "Next" button. When "The installation of the SHARP software is complete" appears, click the "OK" button. Click the "Close" button. A message will appear instructing you to connect the machine to your computer.
  • Page 13: Installing The Pc-Fax Driver

    INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE INSTALLING THE PC-FAX DRIVER • To use the PC-Fax driver, Internet Explorer 4.0 or later must be installed on your computer. Note • If the PC-Fax function will be used over a USB connection, install the printer driver before installing the PC-Fax driver.
  • Page 14 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE When the port selection window Click the "Close" button. appears, select the port that the printer driver is using (USB001, etc.) and click This completes the installation of the the "Next" button. software. • The port used by the printer driver is Note indicated by a checkmark in the "Ports"...
  • Page 15: Connecting To A Computer

    CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER Follow the procedure below to connect the machine to your computer. Interface cables for connecting the machine to your computer are not included with the machine. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. Interface cable USB cable Shielded twisted pair cable, high-speed transmission equivalent (9 feet (3 m) max.) If the machine will be connected using a USB 2.0 interface, please purchase a USB cable that...
  • Page 16: Configuring The Printer Driver

    "Start" button, select "Settings", and tray from the "Set Paper Size" menu. then click "Printers". Repeat for each tray. Click the "SHARP AR-XXXX" printer driver icon and select "Properties" from the "File" menu. If you are using Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP, go to step 4.
  • Page 17: How To Use The Online Manual

    HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL The online manual provides detailed instructions for operating the machine as a printer. View the online manual when you use the printer function after the initial setup is completed. Contents of the online manual The contents of the online manual are as follows.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Windows to take?" ("File signature verification" in Windows 2000). Select "FILE:" in the "Print to the following port" list box, and click the "OK" button. Click the "SHARP AR-XXXX" printer driver icon and select "Properties" from the "File" menu. Click the "Ports" tab.
  • Page 19 "Other Control Panel options". devices". Click the icon beside "Universal Serial Bus controllers". If "SHARP AR-XXXX" appears, select and delete it. If "Other devices" does not appear, Note close the "Device Manager" window. Two items should appear: your controller chipset type and Root Hub.
  • Page 20 This manual has been printed using a vegetable-based soy oil ink to help protect the environment. PRINTED IN CHINA Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper 2007C TINSE1680QSZZ...

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