Page 1 AR-208S/AR-208D MODEL AR-208S AR-208D 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 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT APPENDIX Page...
Page 2: Serial Number
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.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CAUTIONS ... 3 SOFTWARE LICENSE ... 4 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION ... 4 INTRODUCTION ... 6 MAIN FEATURES... 7 1 PREPARATIONS PART NAMES... 9 POWER ON AND OFF ... 12 2 LOADING PAPER PAPER... 14 LOADING THE PAPER TRAY ... 15 BYPASS FEED (including special paper) ... 17 CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTING ...
Page 4 6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS USING THE PRINTER MODE ... 50 BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING ... 50 USING THE SCANNER MODE... 51 SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE MACHINE ... 51 SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER ... 52 OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND SCANNER MODES ... 52 HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL ...
Page 5: Important Points When Selecting An Installation Site
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: •...
Page 6: Cautions On Handling The Machine
Cautions on handling the machine Be careful in handling the machine as follows to maintain the performance of this machine. Do not drop the machine, subject it to shock or strike it against any object. Store spare toner cartridges in a cool dry place without removing from the package before use.
Page 7: Safety Precautions
Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This Digital Equipment is CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT (IEC 60825-1 Edition 1.2-2001) This Digital Copier is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the CDRH standards.
Page 8: Using The Manual
Conventions used in this manual and online manual • The illustrations in this manual show the AR-208D. The appearance of your machine may be different depending on the model and options installed, however, the basic operations are the same.
Page 9: Main Features
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"...
Page 10 LCD panel displays messages • The LCD panel displays messages that show function settings and the status of the machine. Laser printer function • The accompanying printer driver can be installed to enable use of the machine as a printer. Color scanner function •...
Page 11: Preparations
Chapter 1 PREPARATIONS This chapter provides basic information that you should know before using the machine. PART NAMES Interface connector Document glass Operation panel Front cover Paper tray Side cover Side cover open button Bypass tray paper guides Original output tray extension Paper output tray RSPF Original guides...
Page 12: Operation Panel
Press this key to select the paper size for copying, to configure a user program or to display the total count. [2-SIDED COPY] key (AR-208D) [2-SIDED SCAN] key (AR-208S) Press in copy mode to select one-sided or two-sided settings for the original and for the output.
Page 13 [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 (...
Page 14: Power On And Off
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.
Page 15: Power Save Modes
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) •...
Page 16: Loading Paper
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...
Page 17: Loading The 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...
Page 18 LOADING PAPER Gently push the paper tray back into the machine. • If you loaded a paper size that is different from the previously loaded Note paper size, change the paper size setting as explained in "CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTING" (p.19) •...
Page 19: Bypass Feed (Including Special Paper)
• 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.
Page 20: Loading Paper In 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. •...
Page 21: Changing A Tray's Paper Size Setting
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. •...
Page 22: Making Copies
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"...
Page 23: Using The Rspf
Using the RSPF • Originals that are 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14" and 14 lbs. to 24 lbs. Note (56 g/m to 90 g/m placed at once. • Straighten curled originals before placing them in the document feeder tray. Curled originals may cause misfeeds. •...
Page 24 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. •...
Page 25: Selecting The Tray
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".
Page 26: Making A Copy Darker Or Lighter
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"...
Page 27 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 (...
Page 28: Convenient Copy Functions
→ Two sides* RSPF * AR-208D only When performing automatic two-sided copying of one-sided originals, the orientation of the copied image can be selected according to the binding position of the paper. SHORT EDGE: Select when binding the paper at the short edge.
Page 29 Using the document glass (AR-208D only) 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.
Page 30 • "2 TO 2"* • "2 TO 1": One-sided copies from two-sided originals On the AR-208S, press the [2-SIDED SCAN] key. AR-208D only Press the [ENTER] key. If you selected "1 TO 2" in step 2, select "LONG EDGE" or "SHORT EDGE"...
Page 31: Sort Copy
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.
Page 32: Offset Function During Sort Copy
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS Using the RSPF Place the originals. (p.21) • If "SORT AUTO SELECT" is enabled in the user programs, the default output Note mode for copying from the RSPF is sort mode (p.57). In this case go directly to step 4.
Page 33: Using The Document Glass
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.
Page 34 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"...
Page 35 Using the RSPF Place the originals. (p.21) 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.
Page 36: Creating Margins When Copying
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 •...
Page 37 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.
Page 38: Installing The Software
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. This manual refers to the CD-ROM that accompanied the machine Note simply as "CD-ROM".
Page 39: Hardware And Software Requirements
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 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional* Operating system* Windows XP* Display 1024 x 768 dots resolution and 16-bit color or higher is recommended.
Page 40 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE • The screen images in this manual are mainly for Windows XP. With Note other versions of Windows, some screen images may be different from those in this manual. • In the following explanations it is assumed that the mouse is configured for right hand operation.
Page 41 To install all of the software, click the "Standard" button and go to step 12. To install particular packages, click the "Custom" button and go to next step. Click the "MFP Driver" button. Click the "Display Readme" button to show information on packages that are selected.
Page 42: Installing The Utility Software
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.
Page 43 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"...
Page 44: Connecting A Usb Cable
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. •...
Page 45: Using The Machine As A Shared Printer
Using the machine as a shared printer 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.
Page 46 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Click the "Add Network Port" button. In Windows Vista, the "Add Network Port" button does not appear. Select the network printer that is shared and click the "OK" button. Ask your network administrator for the server name and printer name of the machine on the network.
Page 47: Setting Up Button Manager
In Windows Vista, click the "Start" button, select "Control Panel" and click "Hardware and Sound", and then click "Scanners and Cameras". Click the "SHARP AR-XXXX" icon and select "Properties" from the "File" menu. In Windows Vista, select "Properties" from the "Organize" menu.
Page 48 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 T" from the pull-down menu, and then click the "Apply" button. Do the same for each ScanMenu through "SC6:".
Page 49 Note click "view all Control Panel options". Select "SHARP AR-XXXX" and click the "Properties" button. In Windows Me, right click "SHARP AR-XXXX" and click "Properties" in the pop-up menu. In the "Properties" screen, click the "Events" tab. Select "SC1:" from the "Scanner events"...
Page 50 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 T" in "Send to this application" and click the "Apply" button. Do the same for each ScanMenu through "SC6:".
Page 51: Printer/Scanner Functions
Chapter 6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS The machine includes a USB connector as standard equipment. The machine has the following features: • High-speed data transfer (when connected to a USB 2.0 connector) • ROPM* function * ROPM is an acronym for "Rip Once Print Many" processing. The ROPM function stores multiple pages of print data in memory before printing.
Page 52: Canceling A Print Job
USING THE PRINTER MODE The procedure for loading paper for printing is the same as for loading copy paper. See "LOADING PAPER" (p.14). • 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.
Page 53: Using The Scanner Mode
USING THE SCANNER MODE The procedure for placing the original is the same as for copying. See "NORMAL COPYING" (p.20). Scanner mode cannot be used at the following times: Note • A misfeed has occurred (paper misfeed or original misfeed in the RSPF).
Page 54: Operation In Copy, Printer, And Scanner Modes
Modes Copy key input Copy During copying Printer During printing Scanner During scan preview/ during scanning * During two-sided printing (AR-208D only), the copy job begins after the print job finishes. Scanning Copying Printing from a computer Yes* Scanning...
Page 55: How To Use The Online Manual
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"...
Page 56: User Settings
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"...
Page 57 TIME LAYOUT IN 2IN1 OFFSET FUNCTION ROTATE ORIG. IMAGE* AE/TEXT RESOLUTION * AR-208D only 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...
Page 58 KEY PRESS TIME KEY TOUCH SOUND SOUND AT DEFAULT TONER SAVE MODE * AR-208D only Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold) • If the memory fills up when two- sided copying is performed, "NORMAL" can be selected to make copying possible.
Page 59 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.
Page 60: Print Mode
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. When the 250-sheet paper feed unit is installed. Setting codes (factory default setting appears...
Page 61: Selecting A Setting For A User Program
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.
Page 62: Base Settings
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).
Page 63: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
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...
Page 64 Replacement of toner cartridge will be CARTRIDGE IS needed soon. Prepare a new cartridge. NEAR EMPTY. MAINTENANCE Service by an authorized SHARP REQUIRED CALL service technician is required. FOR SERVICE Data is being held in memory. Print the data or clear it from memory.
Page 65: Troubleshooting The Machine
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.
Page 66 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...
Page 67 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.
Page 68 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.
Page 69: Problems During Setup Of The Software
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.69). 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.
Page 70: Plug And Play Screen Does Not Appear
TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Plug and play screen does not appear 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.
Page 71: Removing The Software
• In Windows Vista, click the "Uninstall a program". • In Windows 98/Me/2000, double-click the "Add/Remove Programs" icon. Select "SHARP AR-208 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.
Page 72: Misfeed Removal
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"...
Page 73: A: Misfeed In The Paper Feed Area
A: Misfeed in the paper feed area Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration. 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.
Page 74: C: Misfeed In The Transport Area
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.
Page 75 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.
Page 76: Toner Cartridge Replacement
TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT When toner is low, the error indicator will light up and "TONER CARTRIDGE IS NEAR EMPTY." will appear in the display to alert you to purchase a new toner cartridge. If copying is continued while the indicator is lit, copies will gradually become lighter until the toner runs out.
Page 77 Gently pull the toner cartridge out while pressing the lock release lever. • After removing the toner cartridge, do not shake it or tap on it. Doing Note so may cause toner to leak from the cartridge. Put the old cartridge immediately in the bag contained in the box of the new cartridge.
Page 78: Scan Head Locking Switch
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.
Page 79: Maintenance Required
When the optional Facsimile Expansion Kit is installed. 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. ) or [...
Page 80: Cleaning The Machine
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...
Page 81: Transfer Charger
Transfer charger Turn the power switch off. (p.13) Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab. Set the charger cleaner onto the right end of the transfer charger, gently slide the cleaner to the left end, and then remove it.
Page 82: Facsimile Expansion Kit (Ar-Fx)
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.
Page 83: Interface Cable
"File" menu select "Properties". • In Windows Vista, from the "Organize" menu select "Properties". • In Windows 98/Me, click the "SHARP AR-XXXX" printer driver icon, select "Properties" from the "File" menu, and then click the "Setup" tab. Click the "Configuration" tab.
Page 84: Specifications
Variable: 50% to 200% in 1% increments (total 151 steps) Fixed preset: 50%, 64%, 78%, 100%, 129%, 200% Document glass: Moving optical source, slit exposure (stationary platen) with automatic exposure function RSPF: Moving original One automatic feeding paper tray (250 sheets) + bypass tray (50 sheets) AR-208D...
Page 85 Fusing system Heat rollers Developer system Magnetic brush development Cold cathode fluorescent lamp Light source (CCD: 3 components; R, G, and B) Scan: 600 x 300 dpi Output: 600 x 600 dpi(AUTO/TEXT mode) Resolution Scan: 600 x 600 dpi Output: 600 x 600 dpi(PHOTO mode) Gradation 256 tones (8 bits) Power supply...
Page 86: Printer Function
* When printing same document continuously on 8-1/2" x 11" plain paper in non- offset mode, excluding processing time. 20 ppm 600 dpi Approx. 30 MB SPLC (Sharp Printer Language with Compression) 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.
Page 87: Scanner Function
Scanner Function Type Flatbed scanner Scanning method Document glass/RSPF Cold cathode fluorescent lamp Light source (CCD: 3 components; R, G, and B) Basic: 600 dpi x 1200 dpi Resolution Setting range: 50dpi - 9600dpi Original types Sheet media, books Effective scanning 8.5"...
Page 88 Paper capacity Weight Dimensions Power supply As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves Note 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. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.
Page 89: Material Safety Data Sheet
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...
Page 90 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 : Not toxic to aquatic organisms Specific Hazards Directive 1999/45/EC(Europe) : Not classified as dangerous 4.FIRST-AID MEASURES Route(s) of Entry : Inhalation? Inhalation...
Page 91 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)
Page 92 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.
Page 93 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...
Page 94 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 : Not toxic to aquatic organisms Specific Hazards Directive 1999/45/EC(Europe) : Not classified as dangerous 4.FIRST-AID MEASURES Route(s) of Entry : Inhalation? Inhalation...
Page 95 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 Flash Point(°C) lgnition Point(°C )
Page 96 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.
Page 97 INDEX Symbols ] key... 10, 27, 29, 32 ] key ... 10 ] key ... 10 2 IN 1 copy ... 31 250-sheet paper feed unit ... 80, 86 [2-SIDED COPY] key ... 10, 27, 28 [2-SIDED SCAN] key... 10, 28 About the operation manuals ...
Page 98 Initial settings... 12 Installing the software... 36 Interface cable ... 81 Introduction... 6 Language setting ... 12 Loading paper ... 14 Loading paper in the bypass tray ... 18 Loading the paper tray ... 15 Long edge ... 26 Main features... 7 Maintenance ...
Page 99 Ready indicator ... 11, 12, 76 Reduction/enlargement/zoom ... 25 Removing the software... 69 Roller rotating knob ... 72 RSPF ... 9 RSPF indicator ... 10 Scan head locking switch ... 76 Scanner driver ... 36 Scanning from the operation panel .. 51 Scanning from your computer ...
Page 100 Preparations Paper, loading - Bypass tray... 17 - Paper tray... 15 Power, turn off ... 13 Power, turn on ... 12 Scan head locking switch, releasing ... 76 Tray's paper size, setting... 19 User program, setting ... 54 Making copies Copying - Document glass...
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Page 103 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)
Page 104 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-1164. SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 This manual has been printed using a vegetable-based soy oil ink to help protect the environment. Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper www.sharpusa.com...
Page 105 MODEL AR-FX13 FACSIMILE EXPANSION KIT OPERATION MANUAL • INSTALLATION • INITIAL SETTINGS • CHOOSING SUITABLE MEDIA • HOW TO USE THE FAX FUNCTION • SPECIAL FUNCTIONS • TROUBLESHOOTING • APPENDIX Page...
Page 106 • To reduce the risk of fire, use only UL-Listed No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. Note • This manual (fax function) describes the AR-208S/AR-208D model with optional facsimile expansion kit (AR-FX13) installed. Depending on the model you have and on the options installed, some of the illustrations in this manual may be different, however, the basic operations are the same.
Page 107: Type Of Service
INTRODUCTION TYPE OF SERVICE This equipment may not be used on coin-operated (pay phone) phone service. Connection to party lines service is subject to state tariffs. Contact your state's public utility commission, public service commission, or corporation commission for more information. ABOUT THE TELEPHONE CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT OF 1991 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...
Page 108: Fcc Notice To Users
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 07430 Telephone: 1-800-BE-SHARP...
Page 109 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 ...
Page 110 RECEIVING FAXES... 63 ● USING AUTO MODE...63 ● USING MAN. MODE...63 ● USING A.M. MODE ...63 OPTIONAL RECEPTION SETTINGS ... 64 ● TWO-SIDED RECEPTION (AR-208D only)...64 ● RECEIVE REDUCE ...65 WHEN USING MANUAL SENDING AND RECEIVING... 66 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS MEMORY ...67 DATA TRANSFER...68...
Page 111: Quick Reference Guide
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)
Page 112: Dialing Methods
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.
Page 113: Receiving A Fax
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"...
Page 114: List Of Fax Functions
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...
Page 115 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.
Page 116 20 : DIAL MODE 21 : DISTINCTIVE RING 22 : INDEX PRINT 23 : DATE&TIME FORMAT 24 : 2-SIDED RX (AR-208D only) 25 : TRAY SELECTION (When the 250-sheet paper feed unit is installed.) ("24: TRAY SELECTION" when the AR-208S is used.)
Page 117 Menu item 5 :ANTI JUNK FAX 1 : ANTI JUNK SELECT 2 : JUNK FAX # 6 : A.M. MODE 1: QUIET DETECT TIME 2 : AUTO RECEIVE 7 : MEMORY POLL MODE 1 : 1 TIME 2 : REPEAT 8 : POLLING MODE 9 : SERIAL POLL MODE Settings (factory default setting appears in bold)
Page 118 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).
Page 119: Connecting The Telephone Line Cord
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"...
Page 120: Connecting Other Devices
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.
Page 121: Initial Settings
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...
Page 122: A Look At The Fax Operation Panel
A LOOK AT THE FAX OPERATION PANEL Rapid keys Press one of these keys to dial a fax or telephone number automatically. [MEMORY] key / indicator Used for sending faxes in memory (indicator is lit) or direct sending (indicator is not lit). [SPEED/SEARCH] key Press this key to dial a two digit Speed Dial number.
Page 123 [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).
Page 124: About The Liquid Crystal Display
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.
Page 125: Adjusting The Ringing Volume
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 [...
Page 126: Setting The Length Of Alarm Beeps
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"...
Page 127: Adjusting The Alarm Beep Volume
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.
Page 128: Fax Setup
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).
Page 129: Entering Your Name And Fax Number
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.
Page 130: Setting The Date And Time
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.
Page 131 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 [...
Page 132 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"...
Page 133: Daylight Saving Time Setting
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.
Page 134: Selecting The Transmission Mode
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...
Page 135: Selecting The Reception Mode
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. ●...
Page 136: Setting The Number Of Rings For Auto Reception
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"...
Page 137: Setting The Number Of Rings For Manual Reception
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.
Page 138: Setting The Tray Selection
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.
Page 139: Setting The Dial Mode
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.
Page 140: Setting The Number Of Recall Times
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. •...
Page 141: When A Communication Error Occurs
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"...
Page 142: Setting The Recall Interval
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.
Page 143 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.
Page 144: Setting The Index Function
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.
Page 145: Setting Resolution Priority
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.
Page 146: Setting Up The Machine For Use With A Pc Modem
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.
Page 147: Using The Remote Reception Function
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.
Page 148 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"...
Page 149: Distinctive Ringing
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.
Page 150: Storing Numbers For Automatic Dialing
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.
Page 151 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.
Page 152 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.
Page 153: Storing Numbers Under Group Keys
STORING NUMBERS UNDER GROUP KEYS 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.
Page 154 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.
Page 155 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"...
Page 156: Using The Machine With An Answering Machine
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.
Page 157: Answering Machine Backup
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.
Page 158: Size And Weight
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.
Page 159: Unsuitable Originals
● 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.
Page 160: How To Use The Fax Function
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.
Page 161 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.
Page 162: Optional Transmission Settings
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.
Page 163 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. •...
Page 164: Cover Sheet
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.
Page 165: Message Function
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.
Page 166: Two-Sided Original Transmission Function
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.
Page 167: Dialing And Transmitting
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.
Page 168: Chain Dialing
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.
Page 169: Using The Search Key
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.
Page 170: If The Memory Becomes Full While Scanning An Original
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.
Page 171: Using Auto Mode
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.
Page 172: Two-Sided Reception (Ar-208D Only)
OPTIONAL RECEPTION SETTINGS The machine has various optional settings for the reception of faxes. TWO-SIDED RECEPTION (AR-208D only) 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.
Page 173: Receive Reduce
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.
Page 174: When Using Manual Sending And Receiving
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.
Page 175: Special Functions
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.
Page 176: Data Transfer
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.
Page 177 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"...
Page 178: Transmission Reservation
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.
Page 179 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.
Page 180: Broadcasting Using A Group Key
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"...
Page 181 POLLING Polling allows you to request another fax machine to send an original to your fax machine. In other words, the receiving fax machine, not the transmitting fax machine, activates the transmission. 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.
Page 182: Serial Polling
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 Polling fax Other fax B memory...
Page 183: Polling Transmission (Memory Polling)
POLLING TRANSMISSION (MEMORY POLLING) This function is used to transmit an original that has been scanned into memory to a fax machine that polls your fax machine. If desired, polling fax machines can be restricted to machines whose fax numbers have been programmed in your machine ("RESTRICTING POLLING MACHINES (POLLING SECURITY)"...
Page 184 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.
Page 185: Restricting Polling Machines (Polling Security)
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.
Page 186 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"...
Page 187: Timer Operations
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.
Page 188: Canceling A Timer Transmission Job
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.
Page 189: Anti Junk Fax
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.
Page 190 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 #"...
Page 191 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 #"...
Page 192: Operation In Copy, Printer, Scanner, And Fax Modes
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...
Page 193: Printing Out Reports
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.
Page 194: Passcode List
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.
Page 195 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.
Page 196: Activity Report Auto Listing
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.
Page 197: Printing Transaction Reports
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"...
Page 198: Troubleshooting
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.
Page 199: Audible Signals
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...
Page 200 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.
Page 201 INDEX Alarm beeps - Alarm beep volume ... 19 - Length of alarm beeps ... 18 Answering machine... 48 - Answering machine backup ... 49 - Quiet detect time ... 48 Arrow keys ... 15, 16 Automatic dialing - Group keys... 45 - Rapid key dialing...
Page 202 Receiving faxes... 63 - Receive reduce ... 65 - Two-sided reception... 64 Reception mode - A.M. mode... 27, 63 - AUTO mode ... 27, 63 - MAN. mode ... 27, 63 Remote reception... 39 Reports - Group list... 85 - Junk fax # list ... 86 - Passcode list...
Page 203 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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Page 207 Le numéro d'enregistrement est indiqué sur la carte à circuit imprimé du télécopieur et sur le copieur. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 Canada...
Page 208 AR-FX13 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-1164. SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 This manual has been printed using a vegetable-based soy oil ink to help protect the environment.
Page 209: Network Expansion Kit
MODEL AR-NB2 A NETWORK EXPANSION KIT OPERATION MANUAL (for network scanner) • INTRODUCTION • BEFORE USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION • USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION • TROUBLESHOOTING • SHARPDESK CD-ROM (for Windows) • SPECIFICATIONS Page...
Page 210: Trademark Acknowledgments
Corporation makes no warranty of any kind with regard to its content. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. SHARP is not responsible for any loss or damages, direct or indirect, arising from or related to the use of this operation manual.
Page 211 USER'S GUIDES FOR SOFTWARE PROGRAMS ...26 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM ..27 ● INSTALLING SHARPDESK AND NETWORK SCANNER TOOL... 27 ● INSTALLING SHARP TWAIN AR/DM... 28 UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM..28 ● UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM FROM THE CONTROL PANEL ... 28 SPECIFICATIONS...
Page 212: About The Network Scanner Function
BEFORE USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION ABOUT THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION When the network expansion kit is installed in the machine, a document or photo can be scanned into an image file and sent over a network or the Internet to a file server, e-mail destination, or your own computer. You can select from the following transmission methods as the destination where you wish to send the scanned image, depending on where you wish to send the scanned image data.
Page 213: Settings And Programming Required For The Network Scanner Feature
SETTINGS AND PROGRAMMING REQUIRED FOR THE NETWORK SCANNER FEATURE To use the Network Scanner feature, settings for the SMTP server, DNS server, and destination addresses must be configured. To configure the settings, use a computer that is connected to the same network as the machine to access the machine's Web server.
Page 214: About The Web Page (For Users)
ABOUT THE WEB PAGE (FOR USERS) When you successfully connect to the Web server in the machine, the following page will appear in your browser. A menu frame appears on the left side of the page. When you click an item in the menu, a screen appears in the right frame that allows you to establish settings for that item.
Page 215: Storing Scanning Settings
STORING SCANNING SETTINGS Sets of scan settings (color mode, resolution, file type, etc.) can be stored for use in various scanning applications. Each set of settings is called a "Scan Mode". When storing a destination, you can select one of the stored scanned modes. The settings of the selected scan mode will be used when you scan an image and send it to that destination Click "Network Scanning"...
Page 216: Storing Destinations For Scan To E-Mail
BEFORE USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION STORING DESTINATIONS To store scanning destinations, click [Destination] in the Web page menu frame. This screen can also be used to edit or delete stored destinations. (p.12) A total of 200 destinations* can be stored, including E-mail, FTP, Desktop, and Group destinations. * Multiple e-mail addresses can be stored as a group (up to 100).
Page 217: Storing Destinations For Scan To Ftp
Storing destinations for Scan to FTP Click [Destination] in the menu frame of the Web page. Click [FTP]. • If you select the "Enable Hyperlink to FTP server to be e-mailed" checkbox and select a previously stored recipient (p.8) Note from "E-mail Destination", an e-mail will be sent to the recipient informing them of the file format and location of the scanned image data (Scan to FTP (Hyperlink)).
Page 218: Storing Destinations For Scan To Desktop
Storing destinations for Scan to Desktop The destination for Scan to Desktop is stored by the Sharp Network Scanner Tool Setup Wizard when "Network Scanner Tool" is installed in your computer. For this reason, there is no need to store the Scan to Desktop destination in the Web page.
Page 219: Storing Groups (Scan To E-Mail)
Storing Groups (Scan to E-mail) You can send a scanned image to multiple e-mail destinations in a single Scan to E-mail operation. If you frequently transmit to a fixed group of destinations, you can store the destinations as a group. Up to 100 destinations can be stored in one group.
Page 220: Editing And Deleting Programmed Transmission Destinations
BEFORE USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION Editing and deleting programmed transmission destinations To edit or delete programmed destinations, click [Destination] in the menu frame of the Web page. Click [Destination] in the menu frame of the Web page. In the Destinations List, click the checkbox of the destination that you want to edit or delete.
Page 221: About The Web Page (For The Administrator)
ABOUT THE WEB PAGE (FOR THE ADMINISTRATOR) In addition to the menu that appear in the user Web page, the Web page for the administrator also shows menus that can only be established by the administrator. A menu frame appears on the left side of the page. When you click an item in the menu, a screen appears in the right frame that allows you to configure settings for that item.
Page 222: Basic Settings For Network Scanning
BEFORE USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION BASIC SETTINGS FOR NETWORK SCANNING Click [Network Scanning] in the menu frame and configure the required settings. A password is required to access this screen. (p.16) These settings should only be configured by the network administrator. For explanations of each of the items, click [Help] in the menu frame.
Page 223: Various Server Settings
VARIOUS SERVER SETTINGS The procedures for using [Quick Setup] are explained here. [Quick Setup] is used to quickly configure only the required settings for "SMTP", "DNS", and "LDAP" servers. These settings are normally configured first. SMTP server: SMTP is used to transmit e-mail that is sent using Scan to E-mail or Scan to FTP (Hyperlink). To use these transmission methods, your SMTP server settings must be configured.
Page 224: Protecting Information Programmed In The Web Page ([Passwords])
Click [Passwords] in the menu frame. Enter the current password in "Admin Password". When establishing a password for the first time, enter "Sharp" in "Admin Password". Be sure to enter "S" in upper case Caution and "harp" in lower case (passwords are case sensitive).
Page 225: Basic Transmission Procedure
USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION This section explains the procedure for scanning from the machine after the network scanner settings have been configured in the Web page. For the operation panel and the parts of the machine that are used for network scanning, see the operation manual for the machine.
Page 226: Transmission Methods For Scan To E-Mail
USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION TRANSMISSION METHODS FOR SCAN TO E-MAIL The e-mail address for a Scan to E-mail transmission can be entered manually or selected from e-mail addresses stored on an LDAP server. Sending an image by entering an e-mail address manually Press the [MODE SELECT] key to select scanner mode.
Page 227 Sending an image by selecting an e-mail address in an LDAP server To use an LDAP server, the LDAP server settings must be configured in the Web page. Press the [MODE SELECT] key to select scanner mode. The "SCAN" indicator lights up to indicate that scanner mode is selected.
Page 228: Image Orientation And Standard Original Loading Orientation
USING THE NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION IMAGE ORIENTATION AND STANDARD ORIGINAL LOADING ORIENTATION When using the document glass, the original should be placed face down. Center the original vertically on the document glass with the top edge at the left edge of the glass. When using the RSPF, the original should be placed face up in the middle of the document feeder tray, with the top of the original to the right.
Page 229: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If a problem or question arises, try to solve the situation using the following information before contacting your authorized SHARP dealer. Image transmission problems are explained here. For image scanning problems, see the operation manual for the machine. Problem The scanned image is clipped.
Page 230: If Your E-Mail Is Returned
TROUBLESHOOTING Pay attention to the following points when selecting scan settings to ensure that an image file Caution is created that suits the purpose of transmission in terms of image quality and file size. Scan settings are configured in the Web page. •...
Page 231: Important Points When Using Scan To E-Mail
IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN USING SCAN TO E-MAIL Be very careful not to send image data files that are too large. Your mail server's system administrator may have placed a limit on the amount of data that can be sent in one e-mail transmission.
Page 232: Checking The Ip Address
CHECKING THE IP ADDRESS To check the IP address of the machine, hold down the status button on the network expansion kit at least 2 seconds to print out a Printer Setting List. Status button HOW TO RESET THE NETWORK EXPANSION KIT To reset the network expansion kit, power on the machine while holding down the status button on the network expansion kit.
Page 233: Network Scanner Tool
• Sent as e-mail. • Saved in Sharpdesk. SHARP TWAIN AR/DM SHARP TWAIN AR/DM imports image data from a Twain interface into a Twain-compliant application. SHARP TWAIN AR/DM has the following features: • A selected range of the image data can be imported.
Page 234 • Sharpdesk User's Guide • Network Scanner Tool User's Guide • SHARP TWAIN AR/DM User's Guide In addition to explaining how to use the programs, the user's guides also give detailed instructions for installing and setting up the programs. Be sure to read the user's guides before installing the programs.
Page 235: Installing The Software Program
● If Internet Explorer 6.0 or later is not installed on your computer, see the installation procedure for Internet Explorer in the Readme file (Readme.txt) in the root folder of the "Disc 2" CD-ROM. ● If you intend to install SHARP TWAIN AR/DM, install Network Scanner Tool first. SHARP TWAIN AR/DM cannot be installed alone.
Page 236: Uninstalling The Software Program
● If you uninstall Sharpdesk Imaging in Windows 98/Me/2000, you will not be able to open image files unless you re-install the Windows accessory Imaging for Windows. ● Removing SHARP TWAIN AR/DM will not delete the spooler folder which stores image data. UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM FROM THE CONTROL PANEL Click "Control Panel"...
Page 237: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS For information on power requirements, power consumption, dimensions, weight, and other specifications that are common to all features of the machine, refer to the operation manual for the machine. File format File creation method Scan destinations Supported client PC operating systems (for Scan to Desktop function) Web browser Management system...
Page 238 AR-NB2 A (for network scanner)
Page 239: Network Expansion Kit
MODEL AR-NB2 A NETWORK EXPANSION KIT SOFTWARE SETUP GUIDE (for network printer) • SAFETY STANDARDS • INTRODUCTION • BEFORE INSTALLATION • SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT • SETUP IN A MACINTOSH ENVIRONMENT Page...
Page 240: Safety Standards
Notice for Users in U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity SHARP Network Expansion Kit, AR-NB2 A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 241: Software License
INTRODUCTION This manual explains how to configure network settings and install and configure the software to enable the machine to be used as a network printer. Trademark acknowledgments ® ® • Microsoft , Windows , Windows ® Server 2003, Windows Vista Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A.
Page 242 CONTENTS SAFETY STANDARDS... 2 INTRODUCTION... 3 BEFORE INSTALLATION CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE... 5 ● CD-ROMS IN THE NETWORK EXPANSION KIT ... 5 ● SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ... 7 ● SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS... 7 CONNECTING TO A NETWORK ... 8 CHECKING THE IP ADDRESS ... 8 ●...
Page 243: Cd-Roms And Software
BEFORE INSTALLATION CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE CD-ROMS IN THE NETWORK EXPANSION KIT The network expansion kit contains the following four CD-ROMs: "Software CD-ROM" (Disc 1), "Software CD-ROM" (Disc 2), "Sharpdesk" (Disc 1) and "Sharpdesk" (Disc 2). The printer driver, Printer Status Monitor and Printer Administration Utility on the "Software Caution CD-ROM"...
Page 244 CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE "Software CD-ROM" (Disc 2) The "Software CD-ROM" (Disc 2) contains the following software programs: Software for Windows • Printer Administration Utility This allows the administrator to monitor the machine and configure machine settings from a computer. To install and use the Printer Administration Utility, see the Readme file and the manual in PDF format on the "Software CD-ROM"...
Page 245: Software Requirements
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Before installing the software described in this manual, make sure that your computer satisfies the following requirements. Operating system* Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista Computer type IBM PC/AT compatible computer Equipped with a 10Base-T/100Base-TX LAN board.
Page 246: Connecting To A Network
CONNECTING TO A NETWORK After the network expansion kit has been installed in the machine, connect a LAN cable to the LAN connector of the network expansion kit. Use a network cable that is shielded. CHECKING THE IP ADDRESS To check the IP address of the machine, hold down the status button on the network expansion kit at least 2 seconds to print out a Printer Setting List.
Page 247: User Programs For The Network Expansion Kit
USER PROGRAMS FOR THE NETWORK EXPANSION KIT When the network expansion kit is installed in the machine, the following programs are added to the user programs for Print mode. The IP address and other network settings are configured using these user programs. The procedure for selecting a user program setting is explained in "SELECTING A SETTING FOR Note A USER PROGRAM"...
Page 248: Setup In A Windows Environment
SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER Insert the "Software CD-ROM" (Disc 1) into your computer's CD-ROM drive. Click the "start" button, click "My Computer" ( ), and then double-click the CD-ROM icon ( • In Windows Vista, click the "Start" button, click "Computer", and then double-click the "CD-ROM"...
Page 249 Printers connected to the network are detected. Select the machine and click the "Next" button. If the machine is not found, make sure Note that the machine is powered on and connected to your computer and then search again. If the machine is still not found, use the custom installation procedure to directly specify the IP address.
Page 250 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Click the "Close" button. After the installation, a message Note prompting you to restart your computer may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer. This completes the installation of the software. • After installation, see "CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER"...
Page 251: Sharing The Printer Using Windows Networking
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 operation manual or help file of Note your operating system.
Page 252 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 98/Me/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.
Page 253: Installing The Printer Status Monitor
For the procedures for using the Printer Status Monitor, see the Help file. Follow these steps to view the Help file: Click the Windows "start" button, select "All Programs" ("Programs" in Windows 98/Me/2000), select "SHARP Printer Status Monitor" and then select "Help". - 15 -...
Page 254: Installing The Ps Display Fonts
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE INSTALLING THE PS DISPLAY FONTS The fonts used by the PS printer driver are contained in the "PRINTER UTILITIES" CD-ROM that accompanied the PS3 expansion kit. Install these fonts as needed for the PS printer driver. Insert the "PRINTER UTILITIES" CD-ROM into your computer's CD-ROM drive.
Page 255: Using The Ppd File
USING THE PPD FILE The PPD file enables the machine to print using the standard PS driver of the operating system, and can be used when the optional PS3 expansion kit is installed. Install the PPD file as needed. Use the Add Printer Wizard in Windows to install the PPD file. Be sure to read the Readme file before installing the PPD file.
Page 256: Configuring The Printer Driver
Faxes". • In Windows 98/Me/2000, click the "Start" button, select "Settings", and then click "Printers". Click the "SHARP XX-XXXX" printer driver icon and select "Properties" from the "File" menu. • If you are using Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista, go to step •...
Page 257: Setup In A Macintosh Environment
SETUP IN A MACINTOSH ENVIRONMENT This chapter explains how to install the PPD file to enable printing from a Macintosh and how to configure the printer driver settings. • MAC OS X: this page (v10.1.5, v10.2.8, v10.3.9, v10.4 - v10.4.10) •...
Page 258 MAC OS X The License Agreement window will appear. Make sure that you understand the contents of the license agreement and then click the "Continue" button. A message will appear asking you if you agree to the terms of the license. Click the "Agree"...
Page 259 "en.lproj" - "PPD file for your model", and then click the "Choose" button. • If you are using Mac OS X v10.2.8, select "Sharp" and click the PPD file of your model. • If you are using Mac OS X v10.3.9, select "Auto Select".
Page 260 MAC OS X Display printer information. (1) Click the machine's name. (2) Click "Show Info". If you are using Mac OS X v10.2.8, select "Show Info" from the "Printers" menu. Select the machine configuration. If you selected "Auto Select" in (3) of step 14, the machine configuration is detected and automatically configured.
Page 261: Mac Os
MAC OS 9.0 - 9.2.2 If you are using Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2, make sure that "LaserWriter 8" has been installed and that the Note "LaserWriter 8" checkbox is selected it from the system CD-ROM supplied with your Macintosh computer. Insert the "Software CD-ROM"...
Page 262 MAC OS 9.0 - 9.2.2 Select the PPD file. (1) Click the PPD file for your model. (2) Click the "Select" button. • If the above dialog box does not Note appear and you return to the "Chooser" dialog box, follow these steps to select the PPD file manually.
Page 263 AR-NB2 A...
Page 264 AR-NB2 A Network expansion kit Online Manual (for network printer) Start Start Click this "Start" button.
Page 265: Introduction
Introduction The optional network expansion kit enables the machine to be used as a network printer. This manual explains the network printer functions that can be used when the network expansion kit is installed. To use the machine as a PS printer, the PS3 expansion kit (AR-PK1N) must be installed. After installing the expansion kit, the product key (password) must be entered in "Product Key Setting"...
Page 266: I N D E X
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.
Page 267 Contents Introduction How to use the online manual 1 PRINTING FROM WINDOWS Basic printing ● If the tray runs out of paper during printing ● Cancel a print job ● When "Paper Source" is set to "Auto Select" Opening the printer driver from the "start" button Printer driver settings Two-sided printing ●...
Page 268 Contents 4 WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE About the Web pages ● How to access the Web page and view help About the Web pages (for users) Directly printing a file in a computer ● Advanced job settings Configuring the printer condition settings ●...
Page 269: Printing From Windows
The "Print" dialog box will appear. CO NT E N TS I N D E X Make sure that "SHARP XX-XXXX" is selected as the printer. If you need to change any print settings, click the "Preferences" button ("Properties" button in Windows 98/Me) to open the printer driver setup screen.
Page 270: If The Tray Runs Out Of Paper During Printing
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS 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.
Page 271: Opening The Printer Driver From The "Start" Button
On Windows Vista, click "Printer". ● On Windows 2000, click "Printers". ● Click the "SHARP XX-XXXX" printer driver icon and select "Properties" from the "File" menu. On Windows Vista, select "Properties" from the "Organize" menu. Click the "Printing Preferences" button in the "General"...
Page 272: Printer Driver Settings
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS Printer driver settings To view Help for a setting, click the 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.
Page 273: Two-Sided Printing
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS Two-sided printing The printer driver setup screen of models that support two-sided printing contains a "Document Style" setting in the "Main" tab. 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)"...
Page 274: Pamphlet Style
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS Two-sided printing Pamphlet style Pamphlet style prints two pages each on the front and back of each sheet of paper (four pages total on one sheet) so that the sheets can be folded down the center and bound to create a pamphlet. This function is convenient when you wish to compile printed pages into a pamphlet.
Page 275: Printing Multiple Pages On One Page
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS Printing multiple pages on one page This feature allows you to reduce and print two, four, six, eight or sixteen document pages on a single sheet of paper. To use this function, open the printer driver setup screen and select the number of pages per sheet (2-Up, 4-Up, 6-Up, 8-Up, or 16-Up) in "N-Up Printing"...
Page 276: Fitting The Printed Image To The Paper
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS 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.
Page 277: Rotating The Print Image 180 Degrees
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS 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"...
Page 278: Printing A Watermark
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS 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"...
Page 279: Printing Text And Lines/Graphics In Black
PRINTING FROM WINDOWS Printing text and lines/graphics in black Color text, lines and vector graphics that are faint when printed normally can be printed in black to improve legibility. Printing text in black Text that is any color other than white is printed in black. To use this function, open the printer driver setup screen and select the "Text To Black"...
Page 280: Printer Utilities
(Disc 2). This allows the administrator to check information on supplies and error states of the machine and other SHARP printers (compatible with the Printer Administration Utility) that are connected to the network. Settings can also be changed via the utility.
Page 281: Starting Up The Printer Utilities
Printer Status Monitor Click the "Start" button, point to "All Programs" ("Programs" in operating systems other than Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista) and then "SHARP Printer Status Monitor". Select "Printer Status Monitor". Printer Administration Utility Click the "Start" button, point to "All Programs" ("Programs" in operating systems other than Windows XP/Server 2003/Vista) and then "SHARP Printer Administration Utility".
Page 282: Changing The Printer Status Monitor Settings
PRINTER UTILITIES (WINDOWS) Using the printer utilities Changing the Printer Status Monitor settings Once installed, the Printer Status Monitor normally runs in the background in Windows. If you need to change the Printer Status Monitor settings, follow the steps below. Right-click the Printer Status Monitor icon ( on the task bar, and select "Preferences"...
Page 283: Checking The Printer Status
To collapse the window, click the "Hide detail" button. By default, the collapsed window initially appears when Note "SHARP XX-XXXX Status" is selected in Step 1. If desired, you can change the setting to have the expanded window initially appear.
Page 284: Basic Printing
PRINTING FROM MACINTOSH Basic printing To use the machine as a printer for the Macintosh, the PS3 expansion kit (AR-PK1N) must be installed and the machine must be connected to a network. To install the PPD file and configure the printer driver settings, see the software setup guide. Before printing, make sure that the correct size of paper for your document has been loaded in the machine.
Page 285: If The Tray Runs Out Of Paper During Printing
PRINTING FROM MACINTOSH 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.
Page 286: Web Functions In The Machine
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE About the Web pages The network expansion kit includes a built-in Web server. The Web server is accessed using a Web browser on your computer. The Web pages include both pages for users and pages for the administrator. In the user Web pages, users can monitor the machine, directly print a file specified on a computer, and select printer configuration settings.
Page 287: About The Web Pages (For Users)
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE About the Web pages (for users) When you access the user Web pages in the machine, the following page will appear in your browser. A menu frame appears on the left side of the page. When you click an item in the menu, a screen appears in the right frame that allows you to configure settings for that item.
Page 288: Directly Printing A File In A Computer
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Directly printing a file in a computer A file that can be accessed by your computer can be directly printed without using the printer driver by specifying the file's address. Any file that can be accessed by your computer can be printed by this method, including not only files on your computer but files on other computers connected to the same network.
Page 289: Configuring The Printer Condition Settings
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Configuring the printer condition settings The printer condition settings allow basic printer settings to be configured. The following items can be set: ● Default Settings: Basic settings that are mainly used when the printer driver is not used. Settings: PCL symbol set, font, line feed code, and ●...
Page 290: Configuring The Printer Condition Settings
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Configuring the printer condition settings How to configure the settings To display the Condition Settings screen, click [Condition Settings] in the menu frame. For detailed explanations of the procedures for establishing settings, click [Help] in the menu frame. (1)Condition Settings This displays the page for configuring the printer condition settings.
Page 291: Printer Condition Setting Menu
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Configuring the printer condition settings Printer condition setting menu Click on a setting to view an explanation of the setting. Condition Settings Default Settings Copies Orientation Default Paper Size Default Paper Source 2-Sided Print ROPM (Rip Once, Print Many) CO NT E N TS I N D E X Condition Settings...
Page 292: Printer Condition Settings
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Configuring the printer condition settings Printer condition settings Factory default settings are indicated in bold. Default Settings Item Selections Copies 1 - 999 Orientation Portrait, Landscape Default Paper Size Invoice, Letter, Foolscap, Legal Default Paper Source Auto, Tray 1, Tray 2*,...
Page 293: Pcl Settings
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Configuring the printer condition settings PCL Settings Item Selections Symbol Set Select one of 35 sets. Font Select one internal or one external font. Line Feed Code CR=CR; LF=LF; FF=FF, CR=CR+LF; LF=LF; FF=FF, CR=CR; LF=CR+LF; FF=CR+FF, CR=CR+LF;...
Page 294 WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Configuring the printer condition settings PostScript Settings The "PostScript Settings" are only effective when the PS3 expansion kit is installed. Item Selections Print PS Errors Enable, Disable CO NT E N TS I N D E X Description When this setting is enabled, an error description is printed each time a PostScript error occurs.
Page 295: About The Web Pages (For The Administrator)
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE About the Web pages (for the administrator) In addition to the menus that appear for users, other menus that can only be used by the administrator appear in the administrator Web pages. A menu frame appears on the left side of the page. When you click an item in the menu, a screen appears in the right frame that allows you to configure settings for that item.
Page 296: Protecting Information Programmed In The Web Page ([Passwords])
Click [Passwords] in the menu frame. Enter the current password in "Admin Password". When establishing a password for the first time, enter "Sharp" in "Admin Password". Be sure to enter "S" in upper case and "harp" in Caution lower case (passwords are case sensitive).
Page 297: E-Mail Print Function
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE E-mail print function An e-mail account can be set up for the machine. When this is done, the machine will periodically check the e-mail server for e-mail and automatically print out any file attachments it receives. This provides a means for printing a file from a computer that does not have the printer driver installed, as the user can simply send the file to the machine as an e-mail attachment.
Page 298: Using The E-Mail Print Function
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE E-mail print function Using the E-mail print function To use the e-mail print function, attach the file that you wish to print to an e-mail message and send the e-mail to the machine's e-mail address. The machine can print the following file types: PCLXL, PCL5e, PS, PDF, and TIFF, with file extensions pcl, ps, pdf, tiff, and tif Control commands can be entered in the message of the e-mail to specify the number of copies and print format.
Page 299: Key Operator Programs
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Key operator programs The key operator programs are used to prohibit changes to the [Condition Settings] and to configure interface settings. • Select the setting for which you wish to prohibit changes. Default Settings: • Enable monitoring of data sent to the network port and set restrictions.
Page 300: Key Operator Programs
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE Key operator programs Key operator programs When "YES, NO" appears in the "Settings" column, "YES" is selected when a checkmark appears in the checkbox of the item, and "NO" is selected when checkmark does not appear. Default settings Item Settings...
Page 301: E-Mail Status And E-Mail Alert Settings
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE E-mail status and e-mail alert settings These functions send information on machine use (print count, copy count, etc.) and error conditions (paper misfeed, out of paper, out of toner, etc.) via e-mail to the administrator of the machine or the dealer. Information setup Machine identification information for the status and alert e-mail functions is configured in the "Information Setup"...
Page 302: Status Message Setup
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE E-mail status and e-mail alert settings Status message setup Use the status message function to send the current counter information, including the copy count, print count, and total output count, basis on the specified schedule. The destinations can be set for administrators and dealers respectively. To set up the status message, follow these steps.
Page 303: Alerts Message Setup
WEB FUNCTIONS IN THE MACHINE E-mail status and e-mail alert settings Alerts message setup Use the alert message function to send alert information, such as empty toner and paper and trouble including paper misfeeds, to specified destinations when such problems occur. The destinations can be set for administrators and dealers respectively. To set up the alert message, follow the procedure below.
Page 304: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting This chapter explains how to solve network connection problems. For information on paper, removing misfeeds, and replacing the toner cartridge, see the operation manual for the machine. Check the connections ■ Is the LAN cable disconnected? Make sure that the LAN cable is firmly inserted in the connectors on the network expansion kit and your computer.
Page 305: Removing The Software
TROUBLESHOOTING Removing the software In the event that you need to remove the printer driver or utilities, follow these steps: Windows Click the "start" button, and then click "Control Panel". On Windows 98/Me/2000, click the "Start" button, select "Settings", and then click "Control Panel". Click "Add or Remove Programs".
Page 306: Specifications
For information on machine memory, see the manual for the machine. Available only if the PS3 expansion kit (AR-PK1N) is installed. As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product Note improvement without prior notice.
Page 307: Printer Driver Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Printer driver specifications Function Frequently used Number of copies functions Printing orientation Two-sided printing Binding Style Pamphlet Style N-up Number Order Border Paper Paper Size Custom Paper Size Source Selection Cover Settings *1 Pamphlet style printing is available in Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista. *2 Cannot be used in Mac OS X v10.1.5.
Page 308 SPECIFICATIONS Printer driver specifications Function Graphics Resolution Halftone Graphics Mode Zoom Mirror Image Negative Image Fit to Page Fonts Resident fonts Selectable download fonts *3 Cannot be used in Mac OS X. *4 Can only be used in Mac OS X v10.4. *5 Type 1 and TrueType can be selected in some versions of LaserWriter.
Page 309 SPECIFICATIONS Printer driver specifications Function Other functions Auto configuration Settings ROPM Overlay Watermark Job Compression Bitmap Compression *3 Cannot be used in Mac OS X. CO NT E N TS I N D E X PCL6 PCL5e (part 3) Windows Macintosh...
Page 310 INDEX Index Numerics "2-Up Pamphlet"... 11 About the Web pages For users... 24 For the administrator... 32 Accessing Web pages... 23 Alerts message setup ... 40 Basic printing Macintosh ... 21 Windows ... 6 "Border"... 12 Cancel a print job Macintosh ...

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