Sharp MX-C311 Operation Manual

Sharp MX-C311 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1: Operation Guide

    OPERATION GUIDE Search based on Search based on what you want to do what you want to do MAKE A COPY PRINT A DOCUMENT SCAN AN IMAGE / SAVE A JOB AND SEND AN INTERNET FAX REUSE IT LATER BEFORE USING THE MACHINE COPIER PRINTER SEND A FAX...
  • Page 2 Before installing this product, be sure to read the "TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE" and "INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS" sections. Keep this manual close at hand for reference whenever needed. MODEL: MX-C311 MX-C401 TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS SUPPLIES...
  • Page 3 Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Authorized Sharp Printer Service Department Number Notice for Users in U.S.A. EMC (this machine and peripheral devices) WARNING:...
  • Page 4 Contents TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE ....3 Cautions ....3 Warnings .
  • Page 5 SHARP Service Department. • Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during the use of the product or its options, or failures due to incorrect operation of the product and its options, or other failures, or for any damage that occurs due to use of the product.
  • Page 6 TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE Cautions • Do not make any modifications to this machine. Doing so may result in personal injury or damage to the machine. • Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by law. The following items are normally prohibited from printing by national law.
  • Page 7 TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE Warnings • When turning off the power, be sure to press the [POWER] key on the operation panel, then wait 20 seconds and switch off the main power switch. In the event that the main power is suddenly interrupted due to a power failure or other reason, turn the machine power back on and then turn it off in the correct order.
  • Page 8 With the exception of instances provided for by law, Sharp Corporation bears no responsibility for any damages or loss due to the loss of stored document data.
  • Page 9: Laser Information

    TO ENSURE SAFE USE OF THE MACHINE Laser information Wave length Pulse times (North America and Europe) Output power 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) For North America: This Digital Equipment is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and...
  • Page 10: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Improper installation may damage this product. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the machine is moved. 1. The machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection. 2. Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and current requirements.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Do not install the machine in a location with poor air circulation. A small amount of ozone is created inside the machine during printing. The amount of ozone created is not sufficient to be harmful; however, an unpleasant odor may be noticed during large copy runs, and thus the machine should be installed in a room with a ventilation fan or windows that provide sufficient air circulation.
  • Page 12: Storage Of Supplies

    Standard supplies for this product that can be replaced by the user include paper, toner cartridges, and staple cartridges for the finisher. Be sure to use only SHARP-specified products for the toner cartridges, finisher staple cartridge, and transparency film. 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 products.
  • Page 13: Replacing The Toner Cartridges

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE This section explains the procedures for replacing supplies such as toner and staple cartridges and routine maintenance. Replacing the toner cartridges Be sure to replace the toner cartridge when the message "Change the toner cartridge." appears. In copy mode Ready to scan for copy.
  • Page 14 Open the front cover. Locations of color toner cartridges (Y): Yellow (M): Magenta (C): Cyan (Bk): Black Pull the toner cartridge toward you. Example: Replacing the yellow toner cartridge REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE (Bk)
  • Page 15 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Take out the new toner cartridge, hold it with both hands, and shake 5 or 6 times horizontally. • When shaking the toner cartridge, be sure to shake with the protective material inserted in the cartridge. If you shake the cartridge after removing the protective material, toner may spill out.
  • Page 16 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Insert the new toner cartridge horizontally and push it firmly in. The shape of the toner cartridge varies by color. Insert in the same location as the toner cartridge that was removed.
  • Page 17 Store the toner in a location that is cooler than 104°F (40°C). Storage in a hot location may cause the toner in the cartridge to solidify. • If a toner cartridge other than a SHARP-recommended toner cartridge is used, the machine may not attain full quality and performance and there is a risk of damage to the machine.
  • Page 18: Replacing The Toner Collection Container

    Replacing the toner collection container The toner collection container collects excess toner that is produced during printing. When the toner collection container becomes full, "Replace used toner container." will appear. Follow the procedure below to replace the toner collection container. It is also necessary to remove the toner collection container in order to replace the transfer unit.
  • Page 19 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Remove the toner collection container. • If the toner collection container is tipped forward too far, it will not be possible to remove it. • Do not point the holes down as used toner will spill out. •...
  • Page 20 Turn the lock lever on the toner collection container to the left. Turn the lock lever to the left until it stops. If the lock lever does not turn, check if the toner collection container is installed correctly. In particular, make sure that the top left corner of the toner collection container is correctly in place.
  • Page 21: Replacing The Developer Cartridge

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the developer cartridge / drum cartridge Before replacing the developer cartridge or drum cartridge, turn off the main power of the machine and wait briefly. Replacing the developer cartridge Your service technician will replace the developer cartridge. Only replace the cartridge as explained below if your service technician instructs you to.
  • Page 22 Open the main charger cover. (1) Turn the main charger cover lock levers in the direction of an arrow below. When the lock levers are horizontal, the lock is released. (2) Grasp the lock levers and tip the cover forward. REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 23: Remove The Developer Cartridge

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Remove the developer cartridge. (1) Grasp the developer cartridge lock and pull it forward and down. (2) Squeeze the lever on the developer cartridge (3) Pull the developer cartridge out horizontally. (4) Support the developer cartridge near the middle with your hand and completely remove the developer cartridge.
  • Page 24 Shake the new developer cartridge 5 or 6 times as shown. Hold the developer cartridge firmly as shown below and shake forward and back, left and right. Remove the protective material after shaking the developer cartridge. • The part of the developer cartridge shown below is easily deformed or damaged.
  • Page 25: On The Machine

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Insert the new developer cartridge horizontally. Insert the new developer cartridge in the same location as the cartridge that was removed. • Do not tilt the developer cartridge or insert it in the wrong direction or orientation.
  • Page 26 Hold the developer cartridge with one hand and slowly remove the seal with the other hand. Slowly pull the seal straight and horizontally out. If excessive force is used or the seal is pulled out diagonally, it may tear. There is a mark (red belt) on the end of the seal. After removing the seal, be sure to verify that the mark (red belt) is on the end of the seal.
  • Page 27 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Install the toner collection container. ☞ Replacing the toner collection container (page 15) Close the front cover. Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the cover.
  • Page 28: Turn On The Power

    Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( operation panel to turn on the operation panel power. Caution • Do not throw the developer cartridge into a fire. Toner may fly and cause burns.
  • Page 29: Replacing The Drum Cartridge

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the drum cartridge Your service technician will replace the drum cartridge. Only replace the cartridge as explained below if your service technician instructs you to. Follow the instructions carefully. • Do not leave the drum cartridge outside of its package for a long time, and do not remove cartridge from its package in a location where there is bright sunlight or bright light.
  • Page 30 Remove the protective material from the drum cartridge and slowly insert the drum cartridge along the guides. Make sure that the on the machine as you insert the drum cartridge. • To remove the protective material, slowly pull it straight out so that it does not tear.
  • Page 31 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replacing the staple cartridge in the finisher When the staple cartridge runs out of staples, a message will appear in the operation panel. Follow the procedure below to replace the staple cartridge. Open the cover. While pressing the lever over to the left, slide the finisher to the left until it stops.
  • Page 32 Remove the empty staple cartridge from the staple case. Gently grasp the right side of the staple cartridge as shown and lift to the left and up. The lock will release easily. After the lock releases, continue lifting the staple cartridge to the left and up to remove it. •...
  • Page 33 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Replace the staple case. Push the staple case in until it clicks into place. Slide the finisher back to the right. Gently slide the finisher back to the right until it locks into its original position. Close the cover.
  • Page 34: Regular Maintenance

    Regular maintenance To ensure that the machine continues to provide top quality performance, periodically clean the machine. Warning Do not use a flammable spray to clean the machine. If gas from the spray comes in contact with hot electrical components or the fusing unit inside the machine, fire or electrical shock may result.
  • Page 35: Cleaning The Main Charger Of The Photoconductive Drum

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Scanning area If colored lines or white lines appear in images scanned using the automatic document feeder, clean the scanning area (the thin long glass next to the document glass). Cleaning the main charger of the photoconductive drum If black lines or colored lines appear even after you have cleaned the document glass and automatic document feeder, use the charger cleaner to clean the main charger.
  • Page 36 Release the lock levers and open the main charger cover. ☞ Replacing the developer cartridge (page 18) Remove the charger cleaner. (1) Flip down the charger cleaner lock (A) in the direction of the arrow, and lift the left end of the charger cleaner. (2) Move the charger cleaner to the left and pull it out.
  • Page 37: Clean The Main Charger

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Clean the main charger. (1) Gently push the charger cleaner all the way in. (2) Gently pull the charger cleaner out. (3) Repeat the above (1) to (2) three times. • Take care not to let the tip of the charger cleaner become soiled by toner.
  • Page 38 Repeat step 5 with each of the other main chargers. Main charger There are a total of 4 places to be cleaned in the machine as shown. Replace the charger cleaner in its original position. Insert the tip of the charger cleaner in toward the right and then press down on the end of the charger cleaner.
  • Page 39 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Install the toner collection container. ☞ Replacing the toner collection container (page 15) Close the front cover. Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the cover. Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( operation panel to turn on the operation panel power.
  • Page 40: Cleaning The Bypass Tray Rollers

    Cleaning the bypass tray rollers If you find that paper fed from the bypass tray misfeeds or is soiled by the roller, remove and clean the roller. If misfeeds or soiling continue to occur, replace the roller. Before starting, remove the paper from the bypass tray. Press the [POWER] key ( to turn off the panel power, and then switch the main power switch to the off position.
  • Page 41 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE To clean the rollers, wipe each roller with a clean cloth. Caution When cleaning the rollers, be careful not to injure your hands. Do not touch the surface of the roller if your hands are dirty. •...
  • Page 42 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel to turn on the operation panel power.
  • Page 43: Automatic Document Feeder

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the automatic document feeder rollers If you find that originals fed through the automatic document feeder misfeed or are soiled by the rollers, remove the rollers and clean them. If misfeeds or soiling continue to occur, replace the rollers. Before starting, remove any originals from the automatic document feeder.
  • Page 44 To clean the removed rollers, wipe each roller with a clean cloth. Caution When cleaning the rollers, be careful not to injure your hands. Do not touch the surface of the roller if your hands are dirty. • If the dirt is difficult to remove, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral detergent.
  • Page 45 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( operation panel to turn on the operation panel power. After turning on the power, make sure that an error message regarding replacement of the roller does not appear.
  • Page 46: Cleaning The Laser Unit

    Cleaning the laser unit When the laser unit inside the machine becomes dirty, line patterns (colored lines) may form in the printed image. Follow the steps below to clean the laser unit. Identifying lines (colored lines) caused by a dirty laser unit •...
  • Page 47 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Open the front cover and remove the toner collection container. ☞ Replacing the toner collection container (page 15) Remove the cleaning tool for the writing unit from the front cover.
  • Page 48 Make sure that the cleaner at the tip of the cleaning tool is not dirty. If the cleaner is dirty, remove the cleaner and replace it with a clean one. For the procedure for replacing the cleaner, see steps 5 through 7. If the cleaner is not dirty, go to step 8.
  • Page 49 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Remove the dirty cleaner. Firmly grasp the tool close to where the cleaner is attached. Use your other hand to press down on the hook that secures the cleaner and remove the cleaner. Return the removed cleaner to the toner collection container. Attach the new cleaner to the cleaning tool.
  • Page 50: Clean The Laser Unit

    Clean the laser unit. (1) Point the cleaner down and slowly insert the tool into the hole that you wish to clean. The parts of the writing unit that require cleaning are indicated by labels similar to (A). (2) Insert the cleaning tool all the way into the hole and then pull it back out.
  • Page 51: Replace The Cleaning Tool

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Repeat step 8 to clean all holes in the laser unit. There are a total of 4 holes to be cleaned in the laser unit. If the cleaner becomes dirty during cleaning, replace with a new cleaner.
  • Page 52 Close the front cover. Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the cover. Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( operation panel to turn on the operation panel power. REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE ) on the...
  • Page 53: Cleaning The Pt Charger Of The Primary Transfer Belt Unit

    REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the PT charger of the primary transfer belt unit If black or colored lines still remain after the document glass / automatic document feeder and main charger have been cleaned, use the PT charger cleaner to clean the PT charger. Press the [POWER] key ( to turn off the panel power, and then switch the main power switch to the off position.
  • Page 54 Clean the PT charger. (1) Slowly pull the PT charger cleaner out until you feel a slight resistance. (2) Slowly push the PT charger cleaner back in. (3) Repeat the above (1) to (2) three times. Install the toner collection container. ☞...
  • Page 55 REPLACING SUPPLIES AND MAINTENANCE Close the front cover. Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the cover. Turn on the power. Switch the main power switch "ON" and press the [POWER] key ( operation panel to turn on the operation panel power. ) on the...
  • Page 56: Specifications

    Printing resolution Scanning gradation Printing gradation Original sizes / types Copy sizes Print margins Digital Full Color Multifunctional System MX-C311/MX-C401 Desktop 8.5 inch color touch panel LCD OPC drum Electrophotographic system (laser) Dry-type two-component magnetic brush development Heat rollers Black and white scanning: 600 x 300 dpi...
  • Page 57 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", A4, B5, A5, 16K Paper weight: Plain paper (16 lbs. to 28 lbs. (60 g/m to 105 g/m Paper capacity: Plain paper (21 lbs. (80 g/m sheets Paper types: SHARP-recommended plain paper, recycled paper and colored paper )) 500...
  • Page 58 Paper types:SHARP-recommended plain paper, recycled paper, and colored paper Output method: Face-down output Output capacity: 250 sheets (using SHARP-recommended 8-1/2" x 11" or A4 paper) (The maximum number of sheets that can be held varies depending on ambient conditions in the installation location, the type of paper, and the storage conditions of the paper.)
  • Page 59 Type B connector supports USB 2.0 (Hi speed) AC 120 V ±10% 60 Hz 1.44 kW MX-C311: 9.78 kWh/week MX-C401: 11.13 kWh/week 22-3/64" (W) x 19-13/32" (D) x 28-7/64" (H) (560 mm (W) x 493 mm (D) x 714 mm (H)) Approx.
  • Page 60: Continuous Copying Speeds

    (excluding offset output) using plain one-sided paper from a tray other than the bypass tray. Ambient environment (Humidity) 54˚F 86˚F (10˚C) (30˚C) (35˚C) MX-C311 100% / Reduced / Enlarged Color copies/min. copies/min. copies/min. copies/min. 91˚F (Temperature)
  • Page 61 Operator positions Bystander positions Standby mode Operator positions MX-C310/ MX-C311 Color: 6.9 B B/W: 6.9 B 5.3 B Color: 53 dB (A) B/W: 53 dB (A) Color: 54 dB (A) B/W: 53 dB (A) 37 dB (A) 37 dB (A)
  • Page 62: Automatic Document Feeder Specifications

    Automatic document feeder specifications 8-1/2" x 14" to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", A4 to A5, long paper (max. width 8-1/2" (216 mm) x max. length 19-5/8"* (500 mm), Original sizes scanning in mono 2 mode of one side only is possible in fax and image scan modes) One-sided 9 lbs.
  • Page 63: Business Card Feeder Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Business card feeder specifications Model MX-BTX1 2-1/64" x 3-33/64" to 2-11/64" x 3-19/32" Original sizes (51 mm x 89 mm to 55 mm x 91 mm) Original weight 13 lbs. to 32 lbs. (50 g/m Capacity Stack height 9/64" (3.5 mm) minimum, 17/64" (6.5 mm) maximum 4-1/2"...
  • Page 64 Paper weight Plain paper (16 lbs. to 28 lbs. (60 g/m Paper capacity 500 sheets (21 lbs. (80 g/m SHARP-recommended plain paper, recycled paper, and colored Paper types paper When "Auto-Inch" detection is selected: 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 7-1/4" x 10-1/2", Automatic paper 5-1/2"...
  • Page 65: Finisher Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Finisher specifications Model MX-FN12 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", Paper sizes 8-1/2" x 11", 7-1/4" x 10-1/2", 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", envelopes, A4, B5, A5, 16K Thin paper (15 lbs. to 16 lbs. (55 g/m (16 lbs.
  • Page 66 Finisher specifications (Continued) Maximum 30 sheets number of sheets for stapling* *1 The maximum number of sheets that can be held varies depending on ambient conditions in the installation location, the type of paper, and the storage conditions of the paper. *2 Up to 20 envelopes can be output.
  • Page 67: Printer Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Printer specifications Type Built-in Same as continuous copying speed (When printing same Continuous document continuously on 8-1/2" x 11" (A4) plain paper in printing speed non-offset mode, excluding processing time.) Printing 600 x 600 dpi / 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution Printer driver PCL5c, PCL6, PostScript 3 compatible*...
  • Page 68 Network scanner / Internet Fax* Type Built-in 100 x 100, 200 x 200, 300 x 300, 400 x 400, 600 x 600 Scanning Internet Fax: 200 x 100, 200 x 200, 200 x 400, 400 x 400, resolution (dpi) 600 x 600 (200 x 100, 200 x 200 when file type is TIFF-S) Halftone can be selected for resolutions other than 200 x 100 dpi.
  • Page 69 SPECIFICATIONS Pull scan function (TWAIN) specifications Supported TCP/IP (IPv4) protocol Supported client Windows 98 / Me / 2000 / XP / Server 2003 / Vista / Server 2008 PC operating systems Color modes Full Color, Grayscale, Mono Diffusion, Mono 2 gradation 75 dpi, 100 dpi, 150 dpi, 200 dpi, 300 dpi, 400 dpi, 600 dpi Resolution (The resolution can be specified by entering a numerical value...
  • Page 70: Facsimile Specifications

    Facsimile specifications Model MX-FXX3 Applicable Public switched telephone network, PBX telephone line Scanning 8 x 3.85 lines/mm (Standard), 8 x 7.7 lines/mm (Fine, Fine-Halftone), 8 x 15.4 lines/mm (Super Fine, Super Fine - resolution Halftone), 16 x 15.4 lines/mm (Ultra Fine, Ultra Fine - Halftone) (supports ITU-T standards) Transmission...
  • Page 71 SPECIFICATIONS Facsimile specifications (Continued) Extension telephone connection Number of one-touch keys for storing destinations* Number of destinations that can be stored in a group (1 key)* Remarks Timer transmission Program function F-code transmission Image memory *1 Transmission speed is for an 8-1/2" x 11" or A4 document with approximately 700 characters at standard resolution (8 x 3.85 lines/mm) sent in high speed mode (33.6 kbps (JBIG) or 14.4 kbps).
  • Page 72 Information that the administrator of the machine requires is printed on the back of this page. (Separate this page from the manual and keep it in a safe place. In addition, fill in the name of the administrator and the administrator's contact information in the left hand margin.)
  • Page 73: To The Administrator Of The Machine

    TO THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE MACHINE (Separate this page from the manual and keep it in a safe place.) Factory default passwords When accessing the system settings, the administrator password is required to log in with administrator rights. The system settings can be configured in the Web pages as well as on the operation panel.
  • Page 74: For The Users Of The Fax Function

    For the users of the fax function 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 at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message...
  • Page 75 If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, your telephone company may ask you to disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. If you have any questions or problems which cannot be solved by reading this manual, please contact. Sharp Electronics Corporation 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, NJ 07495 Telephone: 1-800-BE-SHARP A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA.
  • Page 76 Sharp. You should be aware, however, that Sharp does not itself extend any...
  • Page 77 RENs of all the devices does not exceed five." The REN of this equipment is indicated on the facsimile expansion kit. Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 Canada AVIS POUR NOS UTILISATEURS AU CANADA AVIS : Le présent matériel est conforme...
  • Page 78: Trademark Acknowledgments

    • IBM, PC/AT, and PowerPC are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. • Sharpdesk is a trademark of Sharp Corporation. • Sharp OSA is a trademark of Sharp Corporation. • RealVNC is a trademark of RealVNC Limited. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 81 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163. www.sharpusa.com SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 PRINTED IN CHINA This manual has been printed using a vegetable-based 2008K soy oil ink to help protect the environment.
  • Page 82 DIGITAL FULL COLOR MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM Software Setup Guide Software Setup Guide Software Setup Guide Keep this manual close at hand for reference whenever needed. MODEL: MX-C311 MX-C401 BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT SETUP IN A MACINTOSH...
  • Page 83: Software License

    SHARP Service Department. • Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during the use of the product or its options, or failures due to incorrect operation of the product and its options, or other failures, or for any damage that occurs due to use of the product.
  • Page 84: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE ..........2 •...
  • Page 85: Cd-Roms And Software

    The "Software CD-ROM" consists of 2 discs. For users of Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0 The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department if you want software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. Disc 1 Software for Windows •...
  • Page 86 - PPD driver The PPD driver enables the machine to use the standard Windows PS printer driver. ☞ WHEN THE MACHINE IS CONNECTED TO A NETWORK (page 10) ☞ WHEN THE MACHINE WILL BE CONNECTED WITH A USB CABLE (page 22) •...
  • Page 87: For Windows

    CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE Software for Macintosh • PPD file This is the printer description file which enables the machine to be used as a PostScript 3 compatible printer. ☞ MAC OS X (page 48) ☞ MAC OS 9.0 - 9.2.2 (page 58) •...
  • Page 88: Verifying System Requirements

    • For users of Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0 The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department if you want software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. • For users of Windows NT 4.0/2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008 To perform the procedures described in this manual such as installing the software and configuring settings after installation, administrator authority is required.
  • Page 89: Software Requirements

    VERIFYING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS The following requirements must be met to use the software described in this manual. Operating system environment* Windows PCL6 printer driver, PCL5c printer driver PS printer driver, PPD driver PC-Fax driver* Scanner driver Printer Status Monitor Printer Administration...
  • Page 90: Connecting The Machine

    CONNECTING THE MACHINE CONNECTING TO A NETWORK To connect the machine to a network, connect the LAN cable to the machine's network connector. Use a shielded LAN cable. After connecting the machine to a network, be sure to configure the IP address and other network settings before installing the software.
  • Page 91: Setup In A Windows Environment

    For users of Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0 The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department if you want software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE) Insert the "Software CD-ROM"...
  • Page 92 OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE) The "SOFTWARE LICENSE" window will appear. Make sure that you understand the contents of the license agreement and then click the [Yes] button. You can show the "SOFTWARE LICENSE" in a different language by selecting the desired language from the language menu.
  • Page 93: Installing The Printer Driver / Pc-Fax Driver

    INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER To install the printer driver or the PC-Fax driver, follow the appropriate procedure in this section depending on whether the machine is connected to a network or connected by USB cable. ☞ WHEN THE MACHINE WILL BE CONNECTED WITH A USB CABLE (page 22) WHEN THE MACHINE IS CONNECTED TO A NETWORK This section explains how to install the printer driver and the PC-Fax driver...
  • Page 94: Standard Installation

    Standard installation When the software selection screen appears in step 6 of "OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE)" (page 8), perform the steps below. Click the [Printer Driver] button. To install the PC-Fax driver, click the [PC-Fax Driver] button on the "Disc 2"...
  • Page 95 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER • Machine connection method: LPR Direct Print (Auto Search) • Set as default printer:Yes (excluding the PC-Fax driver) • Printer driver name: Cannot be changed • Display fonts: Installed If you selected [Custom installation], select [LPR Direct Print (Auto Search)] and click the [Next] button.
  • Page 96 When the printer driver selection window appears, select the printer driver to be installed and click the [Next] button. Click the checkbox of the printer driver to be installed so that a checkmark ( ) appears. • When the PC-Fax driver is being installed, this screen does not appear. Go to the next step.
  • Page 97 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Follow the on-screen instructions. Read the message in the window that appears and click the [Next] button. Installation begins. • If you are using Windows Vista/Server 2008 If a security warning window appears, be sure to click [Install this driver software anyway].
  • Page 98 Installation by specifying the machine's address When the machine cannot be found because it is not powered on or otherwise, installation is possible by entering the name (host name) or IP address of the machine. When the software selection screen appears in step 6 of "OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE)"...
  • Page 99 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER When you are asked how the printer is connected, select [LPR Direct Print (Specify Address)] and click the [Next] button. Enter the name (host name) or IP address of the machine and click the [Next] button.
  • Page 100 When the printer driver selection window appears, select the printer driver to be installed and click the [Next] button. Click the checkbox of the printer driver to be installed so that a checkmark ( appears. • When the PC-Fax driver is being installed, this screen does not appear. Go to the next step.
  • Page 101 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Follow the on-screen instructions. Read the message in the window that appears and click the [Next] button. Installation begins. • If you are using Windows Vista/Server 2008 If a security warning window appears, be sure to click [Install this driver software anyway].
  • Page 102 Printing using the IPP function and the SSL function The IPP function can be used to print to the machine over a network using HTTP protocol. When the machine is in a remote location, this function can be used in place of the fax function to print a higher quality image than a fax.
  • Page 103 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Click the [Custom installation] button. When you are asked how the printer is connected, select [IPP] and click the [Next] button. If a proxy server is used, specify the proxy server and click the [Next] button. To specify a proxy server, select [Print via the proxy server] and then enter the [Address] and [Port number].
  • Page 104 Enter the machine's URL and click the [Next] button. Enter the URL in the following format: Normal format: http://<the machine's domain name or IP address>:631* *1 Normally "631" should be entered for the port number. If the IPP port number has been changed on the machine, enter the new port number.
  • Page 105: When The Machine Will Be Connected With A Usb Cable

    INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER WHEN THE MACHINE WILL BE CONNECTED WITH A USB CABLE Supported operating systems: Windows 98/Me/2000 2003 /Vista /Server 2008 * Administrator's rights are required to install the software. • Make sure that a USB cable is not connected to your computer and the machine.
  • Page 106 Click the [Custom installation] button. When you are asked how the printer is connected, select [Connected to this computer] and click the [Next] button. When you are asked if you wish to install the display fonts, select an answer and click the [Next] button. INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER...
  • Page 107 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Follow the on-screen instructions. Read the message in the window that appears and click the [Next] button. When the installation completed screen appears, click the [OK] button. • If you are using Windows Vista/Server 2008 If a security warning window appears, be sure to click [Install this driver software anyway].
  • Page 108 Installation of the PCL6 printer driver begins. When the "Found New Hardware Wizard" appears, select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], click the [Next] button, and follow the on-screen instructions. • If you are using Windows Vista/Server 2008 If a security warning window appears, be sure to click [Install this driver software anyway].
  • Page 109 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER When installing the PCL5c printer driver, PS printer driver, PPD driver, or PC-Fax driver Installation is possible even after the USB cable has been connected. When the software selection screen appears in step 6 of "OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE)"...
  • Page 110 When you are asked how the printer is connected, select [Connected to this computer] and click the [Next] button. When the port selection window appears, select the port that the PCL6 printer driver is using (USB001, etc.) and click the [Next] button.
  • Page 111 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Select whether or not you wish the printer to be your default printer and click the [Next] button. If you are installing multiple drivers, select the printer driver to be used as the default printer.
  • Page 112 This completes the installation. • After installation, see "CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER FOR THE OPTIONS INSTALLED ON THE MACHINE" (page 35) to configure the printer driver settings. • Make sure that the port of the installed driver is the same as the port used by the PCL6 printer driver.
  • Page 113: Using The Machine As A Shared Printer

    INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER USING THE MACHINE AS A SHARED PRINTER If you are going to use the machine as a shared printer on a Windows network with the printer driver or the PC-Fax driver installed on a print server, follow the steps below to install the printer driver or the PC-Fax driver on the client computers.
  • Page 114 Click the [Printer Driver] button. To install the PC-Fax driver, click the [PC-Fax Driver] button on the "Disc 2" CD-ROM. *The above screen appears when using the "Disc 1" CD-ROM. Click the [Custom installation] button. Select [Shared Printer] and click the [Next] button. INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER...
  • Page 115 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Select the printer name (configured as a shared printer). (1) Select the printer name (configured as a shared printer on a print server) from the list. If you are using Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP/ Server 2003, you can also click the [Add Network Port] button displayed below the list and select the printer to be shared by browsing the network in the window that appears.
  • Page 116 PPD driver using the Add Printer Wizard. • The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department if you want software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0.
  • Page 117 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Installing the resident font information (Windows 98/Me) If you have installed the PPD driver on Windows 98/Me and will be using the resident fonts in the machine, you must install the resident font information. Follow the procedure below to install the resident font information.
  • Page 118 CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER FOR THE OPTIONS INSTALLED ON THE MACHINE After installing the printer driver, you must configure the printer driver settings appropriately for the options that have been installed and the size and type of paper loaded in the machine. Follow the steps below to configure the printer driver.
  • Page 119 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Click the [Auto Configuration] button. The settings are automatically configured based on the detected machine status. *The screen shows the PCL6 printer driver. Configure the image of the machine. An image of the machine is formed in the printer driver configuration window based on the options that are installed.
  • Page 120 Click the [OK] button in the printer properties window. If automatic configuration fails, configure the settings manually. • You can check the options that are installed and the tray settings by printing out the "All Custom Setting List" in the system settings of the machine. (However, note that "Input Tray Options"...
  • Page 121 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER When the PPD driver is installed Click the [Start] button ( [Printer]. • In Windows XP/Server 2003, click the [start] button and then click [Printers and Faxes]. • In Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, click the [Start] button, select [Settings], and then click [Printers].
  • Page 122 Configure the printer driver for the options installed on the machine. (1) Click the [Device Settings] tab. In Windows 98/Me, click the [Device Options] tab. (2) Configure each item based on the machine configuration. The items and the procedures for configuring the items vary depending on the operating system version.
  • Page 123: Installing The Printer Status Monitor

    INSTALLING THE PRINTER STATUS MONITOR Printer Status Monitor is a printer utility that allows general users to check the current status of the machine on their computer screen, such as whether or not the machine is ready to print. The Printer Status Monitor shows error information such as paper misfeeds, printer configuration information (whether or not a finisher is installed, etc.) as an image, the paper sizes that can be used, and the amount of paper remaining.
  • Page 124 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/NT 4.0/2000), select [SHARP Printer Status Monitor] and then select [Help]. INSTALLING THE PRINTER STATUS MONITOR...
  • Page 125: Installing The Scanner Driver

    INSTALLING THE SCANNER DRIVER The scanner driver (TWAIN driver) can only be used when the machine is connected to a network. When the scanner driver is installed, PC scan mode of the image send function can be used. Supported operating systems: Windows 98/Me/2000 2003 /Vista /Server 2008...
  • Page 126 The IP address of the machine is configured in the scanner driver using "Select Device". Click the [start] button, select [All Programs] ([Programs] in Windows 98/Me/2000), select [SHARP MFP TWAIN V], and then select [Select Device]. Click the [Search] button.
  • Page 127 INSTALLING THE SCANNER DRIVER Select the IP address of the machine from the "Address" menu and click the [OK] button. • Be sure to ask your system administrator (network administrator) for the IP address of the machine. • The name (host name) or IP address of the machine can be directly entered in "Address".
  • Page 128: Changing The Port

    CHANGING THE PORT When using the machine in a Windows environment, follow the steps below to change the port when you have changed the IP address of the machine or have installed the PC-Fax driver when the machine is connected with a USB cable. Click the [Start] button ( [Printer].
  • Page 129 CHANGING THE PORT Adding or changing a port. (1) Click the [Ports] tab. In Windows 98/Me, click the [Details] tab. (2) Click the [Add Port] button. To change to a previously created port such as USB port, select the desired port (USB001, etc.) from the list and click the [Apply] button.
  • Page 130 Create the new port. (1) Enter the machine's IP address. ☞ Checking the IP address of the machine (page 7) (2) Make sure that [LPR] is selected. (3) Make sure that [lp] is entered. (4) Click the [OK] button. Click the [Close] button in the screen of step 4. In Windows 98/Me, this step is not required.
  • Page 131: Setup In A Macintosh

    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 (v10.2.8, v10.3.9, v10.4.11, v10.5 - 10.5.1) ☞...
  • Page 132 Double-click the folder corresponding to the versions of the operating system. v10.2.8 v10.4.11 Double-click the [MX-PBX1] icon ( If the "Authenticate" window appears in Mac OS X v10.2.8, enter the password and click the [OK] button. Click the [Continue] button. The License Agreement window will appear.
  • Page 133 MAC OS X Select the hard drive where the PPD file will be installed and click the [Continue] button. Be sure to select the hard drive on which your operating system is installed. Click the [Install] button. Installation begins. If the "Authenticate" window appears, enter the password and click the [OK] button.
  • Page 134 Select [Utilities] from the [Go] menu. • If you are using Mac OS X v10.5 to 10.5.1, click [System Preferences] in the Apple menu ( select [Print & Fax] ( a printer appears, click the • If you are using Mac OS X v10.2.8, select [Applications] from the [Go] menu.
  • Page 135 MAC OS X Configure the printer driver. • The procedure for configuring the printer driver varies depending on the operating system version. The procedure for versions 10.4.11 and 10.5 - 10.5.1 and the procedure for other versions are explained separately below. •...
  • Page 136 (3) Select the PPD file of the machine. • If you are using Mac OS X v10.3.9, select [Auto Select]. • If you are using Mac OS X v10.2.8, select [Sharp] and click the PPD file of your model. (4) Click the [Add] button.
  • Page 137 MAC OS X Display printer information. (1) Click the machine's name. If you are using Mac OS X v10.5 to 10.5.1, click the [Options & Supplies] button, click the [Driver] tab and go to step 16. (2) Click [Show Info]. If you are using Mac OS X v10.2.8, select [Show Info] from the [Printers] menu.
  • Page 138 MAC OS X (4) Click to close the window. You can check the options that are installed on the machine by printing out the "All Custom Setting List" in the system settings. (However, note that "Input Tray Options" must be set to the number of trays on the machine.) Follow these steps to print out the "All Custom Setting List": Press the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] key, touch the [List Print (User)] key, and then touch the [Print] key of "All Custom Setting List".
  • Page 139: Printing Using The Ipp Function

    (IP address or domain name) and the queue name. Enter "ipp" in "Queue". (3) Select [Sharp] in "Print Using" and click the PPD file of your model. If you are using Mac OS X v 10.5 to 10.5.1, select [Select a driver to use] from "Print Using"...
  • Page 140 • If you are using Mac OS X v10.2.8, enter the address of the machine (IP address or domain name) in "Printer's Address". • Enter "ipp" in "Queue Name". (3) Select [Sharp] in "Printer Model" and click the PPD file of your model. (4) Click the [Add] button.
  • Page 141 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 "LaserWriter 8" checkbox is selected Manager" in "Control Panels". If not, install it from the system CD-ROM supplied with your Macintosh computer.
  • Page 142 Read the message in the window that appears and click the [Continue] button. Installation of the PPD file begins. After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer will appear. Click the [OK] button and restart your computer. This completes the installation of the software.
  • Page 143 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 appear and you return to the "Chooser" dialog box, follow these steps to select the PPD file manually. (1) Make sure that the machine is selected in the "Select a PostScript Printer"...
  • Page 144 Select the machine configuration. (1) Select the options that are installed on the machine. (2) Select [Options 2] from the menu to change the screen and continue selecting the options that have been installed on the machine. (3) Click the [OK] button. You can check the options that are installed on the machine by printing out the "All Custom Setting List"...
  • Page 145: When Installation Was Not Successful

    TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL This section provides solutions to possible installation problems. See the following table of contents to locate the appropriate page for your question or problem. • The software cannot be installed......62 •...
  • Page 146 Problem Point to check Is the IP address of the machine is machine configured? detected (when connected to a network). Is your computer connected to the same network as the machine? Is the machine power Is your computer connected correctly to the machine? WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL Solution...
  • Page 147 WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL Problem Point to check The plug Is the machine power and play screen does not appear (USB connection Can your computer use Windows). a USB connection? Solution When a USB cable is connected, make sure the power of the machine is "ON"...
  • Page 148 Problem Point to check The printer Did you connect the driver is not machine to your installed computer before correctly by installing the printer plug and driver? play (USB connection Windows). WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL Solution In Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista, if the machine was connected to your computer with a USB cable before the printer driver...
  • Page 149 WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL The printer driver cannot be installed (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003) If the printer driver cannot be installed on Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003, follow the steps below to check your computer settings. Click the [start] button and then click [Control Panel]. In Windows 2000, click the [Start] button, point to [Settings], and click [Control Panel].
  • Page 150: Removing The Software

    REMOVING THE SOFTWARE To remove the printer driver or software installed using the installer, follow the steps below. Windows Click the [start] button and then click [Control Panel]. In Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, click the [Start] button, point to [Settings], and click [Control Panel].
  • Page 151 REMOVING THE SOFTWARE Mac OS X Delete the printer that uses the machine's PPD file from the printer list. To show the printer list, see step 11 and 12 of "MAC OS X" (page 48). Delete the PPD file. The PPD file has been copied to the following folder on the startup disk. [Library] - [Printers] - [PPDs] - [Contents] - [Resources] - [en.lproj] Delete the PPD file of the machine from this folder.
  • Page 152 Warning • Reproduction, adaptation or translation of the contents of the manual without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under copyright laws. • All information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Illustrations and the operation panel shown in this manual The peripheral devices are generally optional, however, some models include certain peripheral devices as standard equipment.
  • Page 153 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163. 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. www.sharpusa.com...
  • Page 154: Make A Copy

    MAKE A COPY Conserve Reduce copy Make a copy of this Make a copy on mistakes type of original this type of paper Add the date or Assemble output page numbers into a pamphlet Other convenient functions...
  • Page 155 Conserve Copy on both sides of the paper Copy on the front and back of a card Copy multiple pages on one side of one sheet of paper...
  • Page 156 Reduce copy mistakes Print one set of copies for proofing...
  • Page 157 Make a copy of this type of original Mixed color and black & white originals Mixed-size originals More original pages than can be loaded at once Bulky original (shadows appear at edges)
  • Page 158 Make a copy on this type of paper Envelopes and other Transparency film special media...
  • Page 159 Add the date or page numbers Add the date Add the page number Add a stamp Add text...
  • Page 160 Assemble output into a pamphlet Create a pamphlet Staple output Create a blank margin for punching...
  • Page 161: Other Convenient Functions

    Other convenient functions Functions used for specific purposes Make a copy of arranged photos Make a mirror-image copy Copy onto the center of the paper Make a negative copy Convenient functions Give priority to a copy job Check the status of a reserved job Copy a thin original Adjust the color...
  • Page 162: Print A Document

    PRINT A DOCUMENT Conserve Print without a Print attractive Assemble output computer output into a pamphlet Print on this type Add text or an of paper image Other convenient functions...
  • Page 163 Conserve Print on both sides of the paper Print multiple pages on one side of the paper...
  • Page 164 Print without a computer F T P Print a file on an FTP Print a file in a network folder Print a file in a USB memory device Print a file stored in the machine...
  • Page 165 Print attractive output Print matching the size of the paper Print using color settings suitable for the data Select the print mode Adjust the brightness and contrast Bring out faint text and lines...
  • Page 166 Assemble output into a pamphlet Create a pamphlet Create a blank margin for punching Staple output Print specific pages on the front side of the paper...
  • Page 167 Print on this type of paper Envelopes Print specific pages on different paper Transparency film Rotate the image 180 degrees...
  • Page 168 Add text or an image Add a watermark to print data Overlay a fixed form on the print data Overlay an image on the print data...
  • Page 169 Other convenient functions Correct the size or orientation of the print data Enlarge or reduce the print image Print a mirror-image Security is important Print confidentially Print an encrypted PDF file Functions used for specific purposes Print an "invoice copy" Create a large poster Convenient functions Give priority to a print job...
  • Page 170 SEND A FAX Conserve Send this type of Prevent transmission to Send a clear document the wrong destination document Save trouble Security is important Other convenient functions...
  • Page 171 Conserve Send when the rate is lowest Relay a transmission through a branch office Check received data before printing...
  • Page 172 Send this type of document Bulky original (shadows appear at edges) Original printed on both sides More original pages than can be loaded at once ID card or other card...
  • Page 173 Prevent transmission to the wrong destination Check the destination once more before sending Check the log of previous transmissions Check the result of transmission...
  • Page 174 Send a clear document Adjust the exposure Specify the size before sending Adjust the image quality Send without shadows at the edges...
  • Page 175 Store frequently used settings X X X X - 6 7 8 9 X X X X - 9 8 7 4 View the transmission log X X X X - 4 5 6 7 X X X X - 5 4 3 2 X X X X - 9 9 9 9 Save trouble Send to multiple...
  • Page 176 Security is important Check the destination once more before sending Print protected reception data Send a document at the other machine's request Send confidentially Initiate reception of a document from a sending machine...
  • Page 177 Other convenient functions Convenient management functions Forward a received fax to a network address Print a list of addresses Convenient functions Send a thin original Select a transmission destination from a global address book Give priority to a transmission Use an extension phone...
  • Page 178 SCAN AN IMAGE / SEND AN INTERNET FAX Send a clear Send this type of Prevent transmission to Send a smaller image document the wrong destination file Save trouble Scan from my computer Other convenient functions...
  • Page 179 Send a clear image Adjust the contrast or image quality Send without shadows at the edges Adjust the resolution before sending Suppress the background of a transmitted document...
  • Page 180 Send this type of document Bulky original (shadows appear at edges) Original printed on both sides More original pages than can be loaded at once Original with background...
  • Page 181 Prevent transmission to the wrong destination Check the result of transmission Check the log of previous transmissions...
  • Page 182 Send a smaller file Send at low resolution Reduce an image before sending ID or other card Compress a file before sending Send an image in black & white...
  • Page 183 Store frequently used settings a a a @ a a . a a . c o b b b @ b b . b b . c View the transmission log c c c @ c c . c c . c o d d d @ d d .
  • Page 184 Other convenient functions Convenient management functions Forward a received fax to a network address Print a list of transmission destinations Convenient functions Scan a thin original Select a transmission destination from a global address book Send at a specified time Give priority to a transmission Send in USB memory mode...
  • Page 185 SAVE A JOB AND REUSE IT LATER Search for a file Organize my files Save an important Print a batch of document files...
  • Page 186 Search for a file using a keyword Search for a file Search by checking the contents of files...
  • Page 187 Organize my files Delete a file Periodically delete files Delete all files Change the folder...
  • Page 188 ABOUT OPERATION GUIDE There are two ways to search for a topic in this guide: you can use an "I want to..." menu, or you can use a regular table of contents. The following explanation assumes that Adobe Reader 8.0 is being used (Some buttons do not appear in the default state.).
  • Page 189: How To Use This Manual

    HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Click a button below to move to the page that you wish to view. Return to top page button If an operation does not proceed as expected, click this button to start over again. Back one page button Displays the previous page.
  • Page 190: Manuals Provided With The Machine

    MANUALS PROVIDED WITH THE MACHINE Operation manuals in PDF format (this manual) The manuals in PDF format provide detailed explanations of the procedures for using the machine in each mode. To view the PDF manuals, download them from the hard drive in the machine. The procedure for downloading the manuals is explained in "Downloading the Operation Guide"...
  • Page 191 SHARP Service Department. • Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during the use of the product or its options, or failures due to incorrect operation of the product and its options, or other failures, or for any damage that occurs due to use of the product.
  • Page 192 BUSINESS CARD FEEDER ....1-40 SHARP OSA ......1-41 •...
  • Page 193: Part Names And Functions

    BEFORE USING THE MACHINE This section provides basic information about the machine. Please read this chapter before using the machine. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS EXTERIOR Automatic document feeder This automatically feeds and scans multiple originals. Both sides of 2-sided originals can be automatically scanned. ☞...
  • Page 194 (10) Tray 2/Tray 3/Tray 4 (When 500-sheet paper feed units are installed)* These hold paper. For 500-sheet paper feed unit combinations, consult your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department. ☞ TRAY SETTINGS FOR TRAY 1 TO 4 * Peripheral device.
  • Page 195: Interior

    INTERIOR (12) Toner collection container removed and main charger cover open (18) (12) Developer cartridges This contains the developer that is necessary to transfer the toner to the paper. When replacing the drum cartridge, the developer cartridge must be removed before the drum cartridge is replaced. ☞...
  • Page 196: Automatic Document Feeder And Document Glass

    AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER AND DOCUMENT GLASS Paper feed roller This roller rotates to automatically feed the original. Document feeding area cover Open this cover to remove an original misfeed or clean the paper feed roller. ☞ 8. TROUBLESHOOTING "REMOVING (page 8-2) ☞...
  • Page 197: Side And Back

    SIDE AND BACK USB connector (A type) Supports USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed). This is used to connect a USB device such as USB memory to the machine. This connector is not initially available for use. If you wish to use the connector, contact your service technician. LAN connector Connect the LAN cable to this connector when the machine is used on a network.
  • Page 198: Operation Panel

    OPERATION PANEL Touch panel Messages and keys appear in the touch panel display. Touch the displayed keys to perform a variety of operations. When a key is touched, a beep sounds and the selected item is highlighted. This provides confirmation as you perform an operation.
  • Page 199 [BLACK & WHITE START] key Press this key to copy or scan an original in black and white. This key is also used to send a fax in fax mode. (10) [COLOR START] key Press this key to copy or scan an original in color. This key cannot be used for fax or Internet fax.
  • Page 200: Touch Panel

    TOUCH PANEL This section explains how to use the touch panel. • To enter text, see "ENTERING TEXT" (page 1-44). • For information on the screens and procedures for using the system settings, see (page 7-4) in "7. SYSTEM SETTINGS". Using the touch panel Example 1 DOCUMENT...
  • Page 201 Example 4 Color Mode Full Color Plain 8 x11 1 / 2 8 x11 1 / 2 Exposure 1 / 2 5 x8 1 / 2 Auto 8 x14 1 / 2 8 x11 1 / 2 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100% Auto...
  • Page 202: Status Display

    STATUS DISPLAY When the base screen of a mode appears, the right side of the touch panel shows the machine's status. The information shown is explained below. Copies in progress from tray 1. Ready to scan for next copy job. Color Mode Full Color Exposure...
  • Page 203: System Bar

    SYSTEM BAR The system bar appears at the bottom of the touch panel. The items that appear in the system bar are explained below. Color Mode Full Color Exposure Auto Copy Ratio 100% Copying Job status display The jobs in progress or reserved are indicated by icons. The icons are as follows.
  • Page 204 This icon appears when the data security kit is being used. The icon appears when the machine is communicating with an external application. Brightness adjustment key Touch this key to adjust the brightness of the touch panel. When touched, the following screen appears next to the key.
  • Page 205: Turning The Power On And Off

    TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF The machine has two power switches. One is the main power switch on the left side of the machine, and the other is the [POWER] key ( ) on the upper right side of the operation panel. Main power switch When the main power switch is switched on, the main power indicator on the operation panel lights up.
  • Page 206: Energy Save Functions

    ENERGY SAVE FUNCTIONS This product has the following two energy save functions that conform to the Energy Star guidelines to help conserve natural resources and reduce environmental pollution. Preheat Mode (Low power mode) Preheat mode automatically lowers the temperature of the fusing unit and thereby reduces power consumption if the machine remains in the standby state for the interval of time set in "Preheat Mode Setting"...
  • Page 207: User Authentication

    USER AUTHENTICATION User authentication restricts the use of the machine to users that have been registered. The functions that each user is allowed to use can be specified, allowing the machine to be customized to meet the needs of your workplace. When the administrator of the machine has enabled user authentication, each user must log in to use the machine.
  • Page 208 User Authentication When the user number is an 8-digit number, this step is not necessary. (Login takes place automatically after the user number is entered.) LOGOUT • However, note that the [LOGOUT] key ( mode, as the key is used for fax number entry. •...
  • Page 209: Authentication By Login Name / Password

    AUTHENTICATION BY LOGIN NAME / PASSWORD The following procedure is used to log in using a login name and password received from the administrator of the machine or the administrator of the LDAP server. When controlled by login name and password (Different items will appear in the screen when LDAP authentication is used.) User Authentication Login Name...
  • Page 210 User Authentication Login Name User Name User 0001 Password Auth to: Login Locally • When a LDAP server has been stored, [Auth to:] can be changed. • If you are logging in using a user selection key... The LDAP server was stored when your user information was stored, and thus the LDAP server will appear as the authentication server when you select your login name.
  • Page 211 User Authentication Login Name User Name User 0001 Password Auth to: Login Locally (Different items will appear in the screen when LDAP authentication is used.) LOGOUT • However, note that the [LOGOUT] key ( mode, as the key is used for fax number entry. •...
  • Page 212: Home Screen

    Touch this to move to the second home screen. Mode select keys Use these keys to switch between copy, image send, document filing, and Sharp OSA modes. Title This shows the title of the home screen. Shortcuts to functions can be registered as keys in the home screen. When a shortcut key is touched, the screen for that function appears.
  • Page 213: Remote Operation Of The Machine

    REMOTE OPERATION OF THE MACHINE The remote operation function allows you to operate the machine from your computer. When this function is added, the same screen as the operation panel screen appears on your computer. This allows you to operate the machine from your computer in the same way as if you were standing in front of the machine. Your computer Operate the machine using...
  • Page 214: Items Recorded In The Job Log

    ITEMS RECORDED IN THE JOB LOG The machine records the jobs that are performed in the job log. The main information that is recorded in the job log is described below. • To make it easy to total the usage counts of differently configured machines, the items recorded in the job log are fixed, regardless of what peripheral devices are installed or the objective of the recording.
  • Page 215 Item name Main items Number of Reserved Sets Number of Completed Sets Number of Reserved Pages Number of Completed Pages Result Error Cause Print Job Related Item Output Staple Staple Count Printer Tone Image Send Related Direct Address Item Sender Name Sender Address Transmission Type Administrative Serial...
  • Page 216 Detailed Items Original Size Original Type Paper Size Paper Type Paper Property: Disable Duplex Paper Property: Fixed Paper Side Paper Property: Disable Staple Duplex Setup Resolution Machine Item Model Name Unit Serial Number Name Machine Location *In some environments this is not recorded. Item name Size of scanned original.
  • Page 217: Loading Paper

    • SHARP standard plain paper (21 lbs. (80 g/m Safety Guide. • Plain paper other than SHARP standard paper (16 lbs. to 28 lbs. (60 g/m Recycled paper, colored paper and pre-punched paper must meet the same specifications as plain paper. Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department for advice on using these types of paper.
  • Page 218: Print Side Face Up Or Face Down

    Types of paper that can be used in each tray The following types of paper can be loaded in each tray. " " in the table indicates "cannot be used". – Tray 1/Tray 2/Tray 3/Tray 4 Plain paper Pre-printed Recycle Paper Letter head Pre-punched Color...
  • Page 219 • The image quality and toner fusibility of paper may change due to ambient conditions, operating conditions, and paper characteristics, resulting in image quality inferior to that of SHARP standard paper. Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department for advice on using these types of paper.
  • Page 220: Tray Settings For Tray 1 To 4

    TRAY SETTINGS FOR TRAY 1 TO 4 LOADING PAPER AND CHANGING THE PAPER SIZE A maximum of 500 sheets of paper from size 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to size 8-1/2" x 14" (A5 to A4) can be loaded in trays 1 and 2. A maximum of 500 sheets of paper from size 7-1/4"...
  • Page 221 • If paper is loaded higher than the line, paper misfeeds may occur. • When pushing in a tray, take care that your fingers do not become pinched in the tray. When pulling out a tray after paper is loaded, do not pull hard. The tray may be damaged, the machine may topple, and injury may result.
  • Page 222: Loading Paper In The Bypass Tray

    LOADING PAPER IN THE BYPASS TRAY The bypass tray can be used to print on plain paper, envelopes, label sheets, and other special media. Up to 100 sheets of paper can be loaded (up to 40 sheets of heavy paper) for continuous printing similar to the other trays. Do not place heavy objects on the bypass tray or press down on the tray.
  • Page 223: Important Points When Using The Bypass Tray

    IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN USING THE BYPASS TRAY • When using plain paper other than SHARP standard paper or special media other than SHARP-recommended transparency film, or when printing on the reverse side of previously used paper, the paper must be loaded one sheet at a time.
  • Page 224: Loading Envelopes

    Loading envelopes When inserting envelopes in the bypass tray, place them aligned to the left side in the orientation shown below. Only the front side of envelopes can be printed on. Be sure to place the front side face down. When loading envelopes, load one envelope at a time.
  • Page 225: Originals

    ORIGINALS This section explains how to place originals in the automatic document feeder and on the document glass. PLACING THE ORIGINAL PLACING ORIGINALS IN THE AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER This section explains how to place originals in the automatic document feeder. Allowed original sizes Minimum original size Standard sizes...
  • Page 226: Place The Originals

    When closing the automatic document feeder, take care that your fingers do not become pinched. Indicator line • Do not insert your hand into the document insertion opening in the automatic document feeder. • If originals are placed higher than the line, misfeeds may occur. •...
  • Page 227: Placing The Original On The Document Glass

    PLACING THE ORIGINAL ON THE DOCUMENT GLASS This section explains how to place the original on the document glass. Allowed original sizes Maximum original size Standard sizes 8-1/2" (height) x 11" (width) A4: 210 mm (height) x 297 mm (width) Non-standard sizes 8-1/2"...
  • Page 228: Placing A Thick Book

    Placing a thick book When scanning a thick book or other thick original, follow the steps below to press the book down. Caution • Close the automatic document feeder slowly. Abruptly closing the automatic document feeder may damage it. • Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the automatic document feeder. •...
  • Page 229: Peripheral Devices

    PERIPHERAL DEVICES This section describes the peripheral devices that can be used with the machine and explains how to use the finisher, as well as Sharp OSA (application communication module and external account module). PERIPHERAL DEVICES Peripheral devices can be installed on the machine to increase its range of functionality.
  • Page 230: Finisher

    FINISHER The finisher is equipped with the offset function, which offsets each set of output from the previous set. In addition, each set of sorted output can be stapled. PART NAMES The following parts can be accessed when the finisher is open. Output tray Stapled and offset output is delivered to this tray.
  • Page 231: Business Card Feeder

    BUSINESS CARD FEEDER This feeder attaches to the automatic document feeder and is used to automatically scan business cards. • When you have attached the business card feeder, enable "Business Card Scan Option" in the system settings (administrator). • When scanning business cards, it is convenient to use "Business Card Scan" in the special modes for copying and scanning.
  • Page 232: Sharp Osa

    Sharp OSA (Open Systems Architecture) is an architecture that enables external applications to be directly connected to a digital multifunction machine over a network. When a digital multifunction machine that supports Sharp OSA is used, the operation panel controls and functions of the machine such as scan send can be linked to an external application.
  • Page 233: External Account Module (Mx-Amx3)

    The two modes for using an external account application operate as explained below. External authentication mode When the [Enable Authentication by External Server] checkbox is selected in "External Account Setting" of "Sharp OSA Settings" in the system settings (administrator), the machine enters external authentication mode. When the machine is powered on in external authentication mode, the machine accesses the external account application and displays the login screen.
  • Page 234 OFF" (page 1-14). External count mode When only the [External Account Control] setting is enabled in "External Account Setting" of "Sharp OSA Settings" in the system settings (administrator), the machine enters external count mode. Unlike external authentication mode, when the machine is started in "external count mode", the login screen of the external account application is not displayed.
  • Page 235: Entering Text

    ENTERING TEXT This section explains the text entry screen. FUNCTIONS OF THE MAIN KEYS This key changes the text entry screen from the lower case screen to the upper case screen. The upper case screen will continue to appear until the [Caps] key is touched again so that it is no longer highlighted. Caps The [Caps] key is convenient when you wish to enter all capital letters.
  • Page 236 Shows explanations of each key. Help Use this key to enter a previously stored text string such as ".com". .com .net .org Text strings are stored in "Soft Keyboard Template Setting" in "Operation Setting" in the "System Settings" .biz .info http: on the Web page.
  • Page 237 CHAPTER 2 COPIER This chapter provides detailed explanations of the procedures for using the copy function. BEFORE USING THE MACHINE AS A COPIER BASE SCREEN OF COPY MODE ....2-3 COPYING SEQUENCE .
  • Page 238 [Image Edit] KEY ......2-74 • REPEATING PHOTOS ON A COPY (Photo Repeat) ......2-75 •...
  • Page 239: Before Using The Machine As Acopier

    BEFORE USING THE MACHINE AS A COPIER This section provides information that you should know before using the machine as a copier. BASE SCREEN OF COPY MODE Touch the [COPY] key in the touch panel to open the base screen of copy mode. The base screen shows messages and keys necessary for copying, and settings that have been selected.
  • Page 240: Tray During Paper Feeding

    Paper size display This shows the size of paper loaded in each tray. For the bypass tray, the paper type appears above the paper size. The selected tray is highlighted. The approximate amount of paper in each tray is indicated by .
  • Page 241 Customizing displayed keys Special mode keys and other keys can be displayed in the base screen. By assigning frequently used functions to these keys, you can access the functions with a single touch. To change the function that is assigned to a key, use "Customize Key Setting"...
  • Page 242: Copying Sequence

    COPYING SEQUENCE This section explains the basic procedure for copying. Select settings in the order shown below to ensure that the copy operation takes place smoothly. For detailed procedures for selecting the settings, see the explanation of each setting in this chapter. Color Mode Full Color 8½x11...
  • Page 243: Output Settings

    Output Offset Sort Staple Sort Group Special Modes Margin Shift Erase Pamphlet Copy Transparency Build Inserts Card Shot Stamp Image Edit Color File Quick File Adjustments Number of copies (sets) setting Plain 8½ 11 Start scanning the original(s) and making copies. Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK &...
  • Page 244: Originals

    • When one or more special modes are selected, the list of the selected special modes. This lets you check what special modes are selected and the settings of each mode. ☞ Checking what special modes are selected • To store a copy job using the document filing function, select copy settings and then touch the [File] key or the [Quick File] key.
  • Page 245: Paper Trays

    PAPER TRAYS The machine is set to automatically select a tray that has the same size of paper as the size of the placed original (automatic paper tray selection). If the correct paper size is not selected or you wish to change the paper size, you can select the paper tray manually. Color Mode Full Color 8½x11...
  • Page 246: Basic Procedure For Making Copies

    BASIC PROCEDURE FOR MAKING COPIES This section explains the basic procedures for making copies, including selection of the copy ratio and other copy settings. MAKING COPIES USING THE AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER TO MAKE COPIES This section explains how to make copies (1-sided copies of 1-sided originals) using the automatic document feeder. Indicator line Color Mode...
  • Page 247 Original 5½x8½ 8½x14 8½x11 8½x13 8½x13 Size Input Custom Size When placing an AB size or non-standard size original, specify the original size as explained in (page 2-29). Color Mode Full Color Exposure 8½x11 5½x8½ Auto 8½x14 8½x11 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100%...
  • Page 248: Using The Document Glass To Make Copies

    USING THE DOCUMENT GLASS TO MAKE COPIES To make a copy of a book or other thick original that cannot be scanned with the automatic document feeder, open the automatic document feeder and place the original on the document glass. This section explains how to make a copy (1-sided copy of a 1-sided original) using the document glass.
  • Page 249 Original 5½x8½ 8½x14 8½x11 8½x13 8½x13 Size Input Custom Size When placing an AB size or non-standard size original, specify the original size as explained in (page 2-29). Color Mode Full Color Exposure 8½x11 5½x8½ Auto 8½x14 8½x11 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100%...
  • Page 250 Remove the original and place the next original, and then press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Repeat this step until all originals have been scanned. For the second original and following originals, use the same [START] key as you did for the first original. Place next original.
  • Page 251: Automatic 2-Sided Copying

    AUTOMATIC 2-SIDED COPYING USING THE AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER TO MAKE 2-SIDED COPIES Originals Copies Automatic 2-sided copying of 1-sided originals Indicator line Color Mode Full Color Exposure 8½x11 5½x8½ Auto 8½x14 8½x11 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100% Originals Copies Automatic 2-sided copying of 2-sided originals Place the originals face up in the...
  • Page 252 Original 5½x8½ 8½x14 8½x11 8½x13 8½x13 Size Input Custom Size When placing an AB size or non-standard size original, specify the original size as explained in (page 2-29). Color Mode Full Color Exposure 8½x11 5½x8½ Auto 8½x14 8½x11 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100%...
  • Page 253: Using The [Binding Change] Key

    Color Mode Full Color Exposure 8½x11 5½x8½ Auto 8½x14 8½x11 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100% 8½x11 For some original size settings, the same size of paper as the original may not be automatically selected. In this case, manually change the paper size. Plain 8½...
  • Page 254: Using The Document Glass To Make 2-Sided Copies

    USING THE DOCUMENT GLASS TO MAKE 2-SIDED COPIES Portrait original Align the top edge of the original against the side of the document glass with the scale. Landscape original Align the right side of the original against the side of the document glass with the scale.
  • Page 255 Original 5½x8½ 8½x14 8½x11 8½x13 8½x13 Size Input Custom Size When placing an AB size or non-standard size original, specify the original size as explained in (page 2-29). Color Mode Full Color Exposure 8½x11 5½x8½ Auto 8½x14 8½x11 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100%...
  • Page 256 Color Mode Full Color Exposure 8½x11 5½x8½ Auto 8½x14 8½x11 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100% 8½x11 For some original size settings, the same size of paper as the original may not be automatically selected. In this case, manually change the paper size. Plain 8½...
  • Page 257: Color Copy Modes

    COLOR COPY MODES The color mode of the [COLOR START] key is normally set to [Full Color] so that copying takes place in full color mode when the [COLOR START] key is pressed. If color originals are mixed together with black & white originals, set the color mode to [Auto] to have the color mode change appropriately for each original.
  • Page 258 Selecting single color copying When [Single Color] is selected for the color mode, the following screen appears. Touch the desired color and touch the [OK] key. Selecting 2 color copying When [2 Color] is selected for the color mode, the following screen appears. Touch the desired color and touch the [OK] key.
  • Page 259: Changing The Exposure And Original Image Type

    CHANGING THE EXPOSURE AND ORIGINAL IMAGE TYPE The exposure and original image type can be selected to obtain a clear copy. AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT OF THE EXPOSURE AND ORIGINAL TYPE Automatic exposure adjustment operates by default to automatically adjust the exposure level and original type as appropriate for the original being copied.
  • Page 260 Exposure Auto Manual Original Image Type Text Prtd.Photo Printed Photo Light Original Color Tone Copy of Copy Enhancement • Guidelines for the exposure level when [Text] is selected: 1 to 2: Dark originals such as a newspaper Normal density originals 4 to 5: Originals written in pencil or light colored text •...
  • Page 261: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM AUTOMATIC RATIO SELECTION (Auto Image) This section explains the automatic ratio selection function (Auto Image), which automatically selects the ratio to match the paper size. When the paper tray is manually changed, the [Auto Image] key appears in the base screen of copy mode. Touch the [Auto Image] key to have the reduction or enlargement ratio automatically selected based on the original size and the selected paper size.
  • Page 262: Manual Ratio Selection (Preset Ratios/Zoom)

    MANUAL RATIO SELECTION (Preset ratios/Zoom) Touch the [Copy Ratio] key in the base screen of copy mode to select one of three preset enlargement ratios or two preset reduction ratios (maximum 200%, minimum 50%). In addition, the zoom keys can be used to select any ratio from 50% to 200% in increments of 1%. Copy Ratio 8½x11 5½x8½...
  • Page 263 Copy Ratio 8½x11 5½x8½ Zoom 8½x14 8½x11 100% Auto Image XY Zoom When the automatic document feeder is used, the vertical and horizontal ratio selection ranges are both 50% to 200%. To return the ratio to 100%... To return the ratio setting to 100%, touch the [Copy Ratio] key to display the ratio menu and then touch the [100%] key. System Settings (Administrator): Add or Change Extra Preset Ratios Two enlargement preset ratios (101% to 200%) and two reduction preset ratios (50% to 99%) can be added.
  • Page 264: Enlarging/Reducing The Length And Width Separately (Xy Zoom)

    ENLARGING/REDUCING THE LENGTH AND WIDTH SEPARATELY (XY Zoom) The XY Zoom feature allows the horizontal and vertical copy ratios to be changed separately. Both the horizontal and vertical ratios can be set from 50% to 200% in increments of 1%. Touch the [Copy Ratio] key in the base screen of copy mode and then follow the steps below.
  • Page 265: Original Sizes

    ORIGINAL SIZES SPECIFYING THE ORIGINAL SIZE The original size is set in "Default original size setting" in the system settings (administrator), and the setting appears in the [Original] key. This section explains the procedure for specifying the setting when the original size is different from size shown in the [Original] key.
  • Page 266 Specifying a non-standard original size Original 5½x8½ 8½x14 8½x11 8½x13 8½x13 Size Input Custom Size (1), (2) Original Size Input ½ When a number from 11-3/4" to 14" (298 mm to 356 mm) to the X (horizontal) dimension and a number from 1" to 3-7/8"...
  • Page 267: Storing Frequently Used Original Sizes

    STORING FREQUENTLY USED ORIGINAL SIZES You can save special original sizes that you frequently use. This section explains how to store, retrieve, change, and delete special original sizes. Storing original sizes (editing/clearing) Up to 12 special original sizes can be stored. Touch the [Original] key in the base screen of copy mode and then follow the steps below.
  • Page 268 (1), (2) Original ½ The stored original size will be retained even if the main power is turned off. To cancel the operation... Press the [CLEAR ALL] key ( Enter the original size. (1) Enter the X (horizontal) dimension of the original.
  • Page 269: Retrieving A Stored Original Size

    Retrieving a stored original size To retrieve a stored original size, touch the [Original] key in the base screen of copy mode and perform the steps below. Original 5½x8½ 8½x14 8½x11 8½x13 8½x13 Size Input Custom Size Original Custom Size X15½...
  • Page 270: Output

    OUTPUT To select output functions and the output tray, touch the [Output] key in the base screen of copy mode. Output functions that can be selected are sort, group, offset, and staple sort. All explanations of the settings below assume that a finisher is installed.
  • Page 271: Output Modes

    OUTPUT MODES This section explains the output modes. Sort mode This is used to sort (collate) output into sets. Example: Sorting the output into 5 sets Originals Set the number of copies (5). Touch the [Output] key. Output Touch the [Sort] key. Sort Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK &...
  • Page 272: Original Placement Orientation

    Staple sort function The staple sort function sorts output into sets, staples each set, and delivers the sets to the tray. The relations between the stapling positions, paper orientation, permitted paper sizes for stapling, and number of sheets that can be stapled are shown below. For original placement orientations, see Stapling positions Applicable paper sizes...
  • Page 273: Making Copies Using The Bypass Tray

    MAKING COPIES USING THE BYPASS TRAY In addition to plain paper, the bypass tray allows you to make copies on transparency film, envelopes, and other special media. For detailed information on paper that can be loaded in the bypass tray, see (page 1-26) in "1.
  • Page 274 Paper Select Paper Tray 8½x11 Plain 2. 5½x8½ Plain 8½x14 Plain 8½x11 Plain Paper Select Bypass Tray Type/Size Setting Select the paper type. Plain Pre-Printed Recycled Pre-Punched Color Thin Paper Heavy Paper Transparency Envelope Heavy Paper : 28 - 56 lbs. (106 - 209 g/m Paper Select Bypass Tray Type/Size Setting Type...
  • Page 275 Paper Select Paper Tray 8½x11 Plain 2. 5½x8½ Plain 3. 8½x14 Plain 4. 8½x11 Plain Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If the originals were placed in the document feeder tray, the originals are copied. •...
  • Page 276: Special Modes

    SPECIAL MODES This section explains Margin Shift, Erase, and other special modes. SPECIAL MODES When the [Special Modes] key is pressed in the base screen, the special modes menu screen appears. The special modes menu consists of two screens. Touch the mode settings, touch the [OK] key in the special modes menu screen to complete the settings and return to the base screen of copy mode.
  • Page 277 Special modes menu (2nd screen) [Proof Copy] key ☞ CHECKING COPIES BEFORE PRINTING (Proof Copy) (page 2-91) [Mixed Size Original] key ☞ COPYING ORIGINALS OF DIFFERENT SIZES (Mixed Size Original) (page 2-94) * To use this function, the business card feeder must be attached to the automatic document feeder and "Business Card Scan Option"...
  • Page 278 [OK] key and [Cancel] key In some cases two [OK] keys and one [Cancel] key will appear in the special mode screens. The keys are used as follows: Special Modes Margin Shift (A) Enter the selected special mode settings and return to the base screen of copy mode. (B) Enter the selected special mode settings and return to the special modes menu screen.
  • Page 279: Adding Margins (Margin Shift)

    ADDING MARGINS (Margin Shift) This function is used to shift the copy image right, left, up or down to adjust the margin. This is convenient when you wish to hole punch the copies. Shifting the image to the right so the copies can be bound at the left edge with a string Place the original.
  • Page 280 Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Copying will begin. If you are using the document glass to copy multiple original pages, copying will take place as you scan each original. If you have selected sort mode, change originals and press the [START] key. Repeat until all pages have been scanned and then touch the [Read-End] key.
  • Page 281: Erasing Peripheral Shadows (Erase)

    ERASING PERIPHERAL SHADOWS (Erase) The erase function is used to erase shadows around the edges of copies that occur when copying thick originals or books. When a thick book is copied Shadows appear here Erase modes Edge Erase Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass.
  • Page 282 Special Modes Erase Edge Erase Side Erase Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Copying will begin. If you are using the document glass to copy multiple original pages, copying will take place as you scan each original. If you have selected sort mode, change originals and press the [START] key.
  • Page 283: Making Copies In Pamphlet Format (Pamphlet Copy)

    MAKING COPIES IN PAMPHLET FORMAT (Pamphlet Copy) This function copies 2 original pages onto the front side and 2 original pages onto the reverse side of each sheet of paper so that the copies can be folded at the centerline to form a pamphlet. This function is convenient for arranging copies into an attractive booklet or pamphlet.
  • Page 284 Select the special modes. (1) Touch the [Special Modes] key. (2) Touch the [Pamphlet Copy] key. ☞ Special modes menu (1st screen) Special Modes Pamphlet Copy Original Left 1-Sided 2-Sided Binding Binding Special Modes Pamphlet Copy Original Left 1-Sided 2-Sided Binding Binding Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK &...
  • Page 285: Copying A Large Number Of Originals At Once (Job Build)

    COPYING A LARGE NUMBER OF ORIGINALS AT ONCE (Job Build) When copying a very large number of originals, this function allows you to divide the originals into sets and feed each set through the automatic document feeder one set at a time. Use this function when you wish to copy all of the originals as a single job but the number of originals exceeds the maximum number that can be inserted.
  • Page 286 Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key to scan the first set of originals. Scanning begins. To cancel scanning... Press the [STOP] key ( Insert the next set of originals and press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK &...
  • Page 287: Adding Inserts When Copying On Transparency Film

    ADDING INSERTS WHEN COPYING ON TRANSPARENCY FILM (Transparency Inserts) When copying on transparency film, the sheets may stick together due to static electricity. The transparency inserts function can be used to automatically insert a sheet of paper between each sheet of transparency film, making the sheets easy to handle.
  • Page 288 Special Modes Transparency Inserts Paper Tray Print on Insert Sheets Tray1 8½x11 Plain Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Copying will begin. To cancel scanning and copying... Press the [STOP] key ( • The number of copies cannot be selected in this mode. •...
  • Page 289: Copying Two Original Pages Onto One Sheet (2In1)

    COPYING TWO ORIGINAL PAGES ONTO ONE SHEET (2in1) Two original pages can be copied onto one sheet of paper. This function is convenient when you wish to present multiple pages in a compact format, or show a view of all pages in a document. By copying two originals onto one sheet, the amount of paper used can be cut in half.
  • Page 290 Special Modes 2in1 Layout Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Copying will begin. If you are using the document glass, change originals and press the [START] key. Repeat until all pages have been scanned and then touch the [Read-End] key.
  • Page 291: Copying Both Sides Of A Card On One Sheet Of Paper (Card Shot)

    COPYING BOTH SIDES OF A CARD ON ONE SHEET OF PAPER (Card Shot) When copying a card, this function allows you to copy the front and reverse sides together onto a single sheet of paper. This function is convenient for making copies for identification purposes and helps save paper. Originals Front Back...
  • Page 292 Select the special modes. (1) Touch the [Special Modes] key. (2) Touch the [Card Shot] key. ☞ Special modes menu (1st screen) Special Modes Card Shot (1~8 1/2) inch (1~8 1/2) inch Place the original face down on the document glass. Originals Front page Back page...
  • Page 293 Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key to scan the front side of the card. To cancel scanning... Press the [STOP] key ( Turn the card over and press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key to scan the reverse side of the card.
  • Page 294: Printing The Date And A Stamp On Copies (Stamp)

    PRINTING THE DATE AND A STAMP ON COPIES (Stamp) Use this function to print the date, a stamp, the page number, and text on copies. Six printing positions are available: top left, top center, top right, bottom left, bottom center, and bottom right. The printing positions are separated into areas that are used for the date, page number and text (A below), and areas that are used for a stamp (B below).
  • Page 295: General Procedure For Using Stamp

    GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR USING STAMP To select stamp settings, follow the steps below. Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. When using this function with a portrait original on the document glass, place the original so that the top of the image is to the right.
  • Page 296 Special Modes Stamp Stamp Date Page Text Numbering Special Modes Stamp Date Stamp Page Text Numbering Special Modes Stamp Original Orientation 2-Sided Original Type Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Copying will begin. If you are using the document glass to copy multiple original pages, copying will take place as you scan each original. If you have selected sort mode, change originals and press the [START] key.
  • Page 297: Set The Date Format

    ADDING THE DATE TO COPIES (Date) The date can be printed on copies. The position of the date, color, format, and page (first page only or all pages) can be selected. Example: Printing APRIL 4, 2010 in the top right corner of the paper. Touch the [Date] key in the stamp selection screen.
  • Page 298 Stamp Date YYYY/MM/DD Print Color Bk(Black) MM/DD/YYYY DD/MM/YYYY APR/04/2010 MM DD, YYYY Date Change • If you select a date that does not exist (such as Feb. 30), the [OK] key will be grayed out to prevent entry. • Changing the date here will not change the date that is set in the machine using "Clock" in the system settings. Stamp Date YYYY/MM/DD...
  • Page 299: Stamping Copies (Stamp)

    STAMPING COPIES (Stamp) Text such as "CONFIDENTIAL" can be printed in white on a dark background as a "stamp" on copies. The position, color, size, density, and pages (first page only or all pages) can be selected for a stamp. Printing "CONFIDENTIAL"...
  • Page 300 Stamp Stamp CONFIDENTIAL PRIORITY Print Color FOR YOUR INFO. DO NOT COPY URGENT DRAFT PRELIMINARY FINAL IMPORTANT COPY TOP SECRET PLEASE REPLY • If you selected a color other than [Bk (Black)], press the [COLOR START] key. Pressing the [BLACK & WHITE START] key will print the stamp in black and white.
  • Page 301: Page Numbering

    PRINTING PAGE NUMBERS ON COPIES (Page Numbering) Page numbers can be printed on copies. The position, color, format, and page number can be selected for page numbering. Printing the page number at the bottom center of the paper. Touch the [Page Numbering] key in the stamp selection screen. See steps 1 to 4 of "GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR USING Stamp...
  • Page 302 Stamp Page Numbering Print Color Page Numbering Format Bk(Black) 1,2,3.. (1),(2),(3).. Total Page -1-,-2-,-3-.. P.1,P.2,P.3.. <1>,<2>,<3>.. 1/5,2/5,3/5.. • If you selected a color other than [Bk (Black)], press the [COLOR START] key. Pressing the [BLACK & WHITE START] key will print the page numbers in black and white. •...
  • Page 303 Stamp Page Number Auto Manual First Number Last Number Auto Printing Starts from Page Stamp Page Numbering Print Color Page Numbering Format Bk(Black) 1,2,3.. (1),(2),(3).. Total Page -1-,-2-,-3-.. P.1,P.2,P.3.. <1>,<2>,<3>.. 1/5,2/5,3/5.. • When Page Numbering is selected, copying in group mode is not possible. The mode automatically changes to sort mode. •...
  • Page 304: Printing Text On Copies (Text)

    PRINTING TEXT ON COPIES (Text) Entered text can be printed on copies. Up to 30 frequently used text strings can be stored. Example: Printing "April 2010 Planning Meeting" in the top left corner of the paper Touch the [Text] key in the stamp selection screen. See steps 1 to 4 of "GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR USING Stamp...
  • Page 305 Stamp Text AAA AAA Print Color Pre-Set Bk(Black) Recall Store/Delete Direct Entry • If you selected a color other than [Bk (Black)], press the [COLOR START] key. Pressing the [BLACK & WHITE START] key will print the page numbers in black and white. •...
  • Page 306 Storing, editing, and deleting text strings Touch the [Text] key in the stamp selection screen. See steps 1 to 4 of "GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR USING Stamp Text Pre-Set Recall Store/Delete Stamp Text Store/Delete No.01 AAA AAA No.02 BBB BBB No.03 CCC CCC No.04 DDD DDD No.05 No.06...
  • Page 307 Stamp Stamp Text Text Store/Delete Store/Delete No.01 AAA AAA No.02 BBB BBB No.03 CCC CCC No.04 No.05 No.06 No.07 No.08 No.09 No.10 Touch the [Back] key. You will return to the screen of step 2. Back To copy using a stored text string, continue from step 2 of "PRINTING TEXT ON COPIES 2-71 COPIER...
  • Page 308: Checking The Stamp Layout (Layout)

    CHECKING THE STAMP LAYOUT (Layout) After stamp items have been selected, you can check the print layout, change the print position, and delete stamp items. Special Modes Special Modes Stamp Date Page Text Numbering The [Layout] key can only be touched when stamp items have been selected. Stamp Layout AAA AAA...
  • Page 309 Stamp Move Select the location to move the selected item. If you wish to swap the position of the selected stamp item with the position of another stamp item, temporarily move either one of the items to an unoccupied position and then switch the print positions. Stamp Move Select the location to move the selected item.
  • Page 310: [Image Edit] Key

    [Image Edit] KEY When the [Image Edit] key is touched in the 1st special modes menu screen, the image edit menu screen opens. Image edit menu screen Special Modes Margin Shift Erase Transparency Build Inserts Card Shot Stamp Color File Adjustments [Photo Repeat] key ☞...
  • Page 311: Repeating Photos On A Copy (Photo Repeat)

    REPEATING PHOTOS ON A COPY (Photo Repeat) Photo Repeat is used to create repeated images of a photo-size original (3" x 5" size, 7" x 5" size, 4" x 2-1/2" size, 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" size or 2-5/8" x 2-1/8" size (90 mm x 130 mm size, 150 mm x 100 mm size, 100 mm x 70 mm size, 70 mm x 65 mm size or 100 mm x 57 mm size)) on a single sheet of copy paper as shown below.
  • Page 312 Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Copying will begin. If you have selected sort mode, change originals and press the [START] key. Repeat until all pages have been scanned and then touch the [Read-End] key. (For the second original and following originals, use the same [START] key as you did for the first original.) To cancel scanning and copying...
  • Page 313: Reversing The Image (Mirror Image)

    REVERSING THE IMAGE (Mirror Image) This feature is used to make a copy that is a mirror image of the original. Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. After placing the original, specify the original size.
  • Page 314: Copying In The Center Of The Paper (Centering)

    COPYING IN THE CENTER OF THE PAPER (Centering) This is used to center the copied image on the paper. This lets you place the image in the center of the paper when the original size is smaller than the paper size or when the image is reduced.
  • Page 315 • The image can be reduced when using the centering function, but not enlarged. • When the original size or the paper size is displayed as a special size, this function cannot be used. To cancel centering... Touch the [Centering] key in the screen of step 3 so that it is not highlighted. 2-79 COPIER Contents...
  • Page 316: Reversing Black And White In Acopy (B/W Reverse)

    REVERSING BLACK AND WHITE IN A COPY (B/W Reverse) This is used to reverse black and white in a copy to create a negative image. This function can only be used for black and white copying. Originals with large black areas (which use a large amount of toner) can be copied using Black/White Reverse to reduce toner consumption.
  • Page 317 COPIER When this function is selected, the "Original Image Type" setting for exposure adjustment automatically changes to "Text". To cancel B/W reverse... Touch the [B/W Reverse] key in the screen of step 3 so that it is not highlighted. 2-81 Contents...
  • Page 318: [Color Adjustments] Key

    [Color Adjustments] KEY When the [Color Adjustments] key is touched in the 1st special modes menu screen, the color adjustments menu screen opens. Color adjustments menu screen Special Modes Margin Shift Erase Transparency Build Inserts Card Shot Stamp Color File Adjustments [RGB Adjust] key ☞...
  • Page 319: Adjusting Red/Green/Blue In Copies (Rgb Adjust)

    ADJUSTING RED/GREEN/BLUE IN COPIES (RGB Adjust) This feature is used to strengthen or weaken any one of the three color components R (red), G (green), or B (blue). Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. After placing the original, specify the original size.
  • Page 320: Adjusting The Sharpness Of An Image (Sharpness)

    Touch the [Cancel] key in the screen of step 3. Soft Sharp Adjust the image. (1) Touch the [Soft] key or the [Sharp] key. (2) Touch the [OK] key. Cancel You will return to the special modes screen. Touch the [OK] key to return to the base screen of copy mode.
  • Page 321: Whitening Faint Colors In Copies (Suppress Background)

    WHITENING FAINT COLORS IN COPIES (Suppress Background) This feature is used to suppress light background areas. Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. After placing the original, specify the original size. ☞...
  • Page 322 Press the [COLOR START] key. Copying will begin. If you are using the document glass to copy multiple original pages, copying will take place as you scan each original. If you have selected sort mode, change originals and press the [COLOR START] key. Repeat until all pages have been scanned and then touch the [Read-End] key.
  • Page 323: Adjusting The Color (Color Balance)

    ADJUSTING THE COLOR (Color Balance) The color, tone, and density of color copies can be adjusted. Light Color Adjustments Cancel Color Balance Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. After placing the original, specify the original size.
  • Page 324: Adjust The Color Balance

    (2), (3) Color Adjustments Color Balance Examples of color balance adjustment The settings of all gradations are moved toward + The settings of all gradations are moved toward - To return the color balance values to the default settings... Touch the key.
  • Page 325: Adjusting The Brightness Of Acopy (Brightness)

    ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS OF A COPY (Brightness) The brightness of color images can be adjusted. Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. After placing the original, specify the original size. ☞...
  • Page 326: Adjusting The Intensity Of A Copy (Intensity)

    ADJUSTING THE INTENSITY OF A COPY (Intensity) This is used to adjust the intensity (saturation) of color images. Weakening the intensity Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. After placing the original, specify the original size.
  • Page 327: Checking Copies Before Printing (Proof Copy)

    CHECKING COPIES BEFORE PRINTING (Proof Copy) This feature prints only one set of copies, regardless of how many sets have been specified. After the first set is checked for errors, the remaining sets can be printed. Previously it was necessary to re-scan the original each time changes to settings were required.
  • Page 328 Plain 8½ 11 Up to 999 copies (sets) can be set. If an incorrect number of copies is set... Press the [CLEAR] key ( Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. One set of copies is printed. If you are using the document glass to copy multiple originals, change originals and press the [START] key.
  • Page 329 Proof Copy Color Mode Paper Select Output Special Modes • To change the number of sets printed, set the desired number of copies (sets) with the numeric keys. After changing the number of sets, touch the [End] key in the touch panel (not the [START] key) to print the sets. •...
  • Page 330: Copying Originals Of Different Sizes (Mixed Size Original)

    COPYING ORIGINALS OF DIFFERENT SIZES (Mixed Size Original) Originals that are 8-1/2" x 14" size and 8-1/2" x 11" size (A4 size and A5 size) can be placed together in the automatic document feeder and copied. When scanning the originals, the machine automatically detects the size of each original and uses paper appropriate for that size.
  • Page 331 Inch Place with the sides that are the same length aligned on the left. Place with the sides that are the same length aligned on the left. Special Modes Mixed Size Proof Copy Original Bus. Card Scan Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Copying will begin.
  • Page 332: Copying Thin Originals

    COPYING THIN ORIGINALS (Slow Scan Mode) Use this function when you wish to scan thin originals using the automatic document feeder. This function helps prevent thin originals from misfeeding. Indicator line If the originals are inserted with too much force, they may crumple and misfeed. Special Modes Mixed Size Proof Copy...
  • Page 333 COPIER The "2-Sided to 2-Sided" and "2-Sided to 1-Sided" modes of automatic 2-sided copying cannot be used. To cancel the slow scan mode setting... Touch the [Slow Scan Mode] key in the screen of step 2 so that it is not highlighted. System Settings (Administrator): Original Feeding Mode This is used to have scanning always take place in slow scan mode.
  • Page 334: Copying Multiple Business Cards (Business Card Scan)

    COPYING MULTIPLE BUSINESS CARDS (Business Card Scan) Business Card Scan can be used to copy up to 8 business cards on one sheet of paper. To use this function, the business card feeder must be attached to the automatic document feeder and "Business Card Scan Option"...
  • Page 335 Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Copying will begin. To cancel scanning and copying... Press the [STOP] key ( When the [1-Sheet Layout] key is selected, [XY Zoom] cannot be used. When the [8-Sheet Layout] key is selected, the following functions and paper cannot be used. •...
  • Page 336: Convenient Copy Functions

    CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS This section explains convenient copy functions such as interrupting a copy run, changing the order of reserved copy jobs, and storing copy settings in a program. INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN (Interrupt copy) When you need to make an urgent copy and the machine is busy with a long copy run or other job, use interrupt copy. Interrupt copy temporarily stops the job in progress and lets you perform the interrupt copy job first.
  • Page 337 • If user authentication is enabled, the login screen will appear when the [Interrupt] key is pressed. Enter your user name and password to log in. The number of copies made will be added to the count of the user that logged in. •...
  • Page 338: Job Status Screen

    JOB STATUS SCREEN The job status screen is displayed when the [JOB STATUS] key on the operation panel is pressed. The job status screen shows the status of jobs by mode. When the [JOB STATUS] key is pressed, the job status screen of the mode that was being used before the key was pressed appears.
  • Page 339: Job Queue Screen And Completed Job Screen

    JOB QUEUE SCREEN AND COMPLETED JOB SCREEN The job status screen consists of the job queue screen that shows copy and print jobs waiting to be printed and the job currently in progress, the completed job screen that shows jobs that have been completed, and the spool screen that shows print jobs that have been spooled and encrypted PDF jobs that are waiting for a password to be entered.
  • Page 340 Job key display Each job key shows the position of the job in the job queue and the current status of the job. Copy Indicates the number (position) of the job in the job queue. When the job currently being printed is finished, the job moves up one position in the job queue.
  • Page 341: Canceling A Job That Is Waiting In The Queue

    CANCELING A JOB THAT IS WAITING IN THE QUEUE A copy job that is waiting to be printed can be canceled. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to Fax Job Job Queue Sets / Progress Computer01 020 / 001 002 / 000 Copy Computer02 002 / 000...
  • Page 342: Giving Priority To A Job In The Queue

    GIVING PRIORITY TO A JOB IN THE QUEUE If a copy job is begun when there are already multiple jobs in the queue, the copy job will appear at the end of the queue. However, if you have an urgent copy job, you can give priority to the job and have it executed first. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to...
  • Page 343: Checking Information On A Copy Job Waiting In The Queue

    CHECKING INFORMATION ON A COPY JOB WAITING IN THE QUEUE Detailed information can be displayed on a copy job waiting in the queue. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to Fax Job Job Queue Sets / Progress Status Copy 020 / 001 Copying Copy 002 / 000...
  • Page 344: Storing Copy Operations (Job Programs)

    STORING COPY OPERATIONS (Job Programs) A job program is a group of copy settings stored together. When copy settings are stored in a job program, the settings can be retrieved and used for a copy job by means of a simple operation. For example, suppose 8-1/2"...
  • Page 345: Storing (Editing/Deleting) A Job Program

    STORING (EDITING/DELETING) A JOB PROGRAM The procedures for storing copy settings in a job program and deleting a job program are explained below. LOGOUT Job Programs Press program number. Recall Job Programs Press program number. Recall Editing or deleting a job program... When a highlighted numeric key is touched, the following screen appears.
  • Page 346 To store, make selections and press [OK], to delete, press [Cancel]. Color Mode Full Color 8½x11 Exposure 5½x8½ Auto 8½x14 8½x11 Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100% The number of copies cannot be stored. Select the copy settings that you wish to Cancel store in the job program and touch the Special Modes...
  • Page 347 CHAPTER 3 PRINTER This chapter provides detailed explanations of the procedures for using the printer function. PRINTER FUNCTION OF THE MACHINE ..3-3 PRINTING FROM WINDOWS BASIC PRINTING PROCEDURE ....3-4 •...
  • Page 348 PRINT FUNCTIONS FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES ......3-48 • PRINTING SPECIFIED PAGES ON DIFFERENT PAPER (Different Paper).
  • Page 349: Printer Function Of The Machine

    PRINTER FUNCTION OF THE MACHINE The machine is equipped standard with a full color printing function. To enable printing from your computer, a printer driver must be installed. See the table below to determine which printer driver to use in your environment. Environment PCL6, PCL5c The machine supports the Hewlett-Packard PCL6 and PCL5c printer...
  • Page 350: Printing From Windows

    PRINTING FROM WINDOWS BASIC PRINTING PROCEDURE The following example explains how to print a document from "WordPad", which is a standard accessory program in Windows. The menu used to execute printing may vary depending on the software application. The button that is used to open the printer driver properties window (usually [Properties] or [Printing Preferences]) may vary depending on the software application.
  • Page 351 • Make sure the paper size is the same as the paper size set in the software application. • Up to eight custom paper sizes can be stored. Storing a custom paper size makes it easy to specify that size each time you need to use it.
  • Page 352: Selecting The Paper

    SELECTING THE PAPER This section explains how to configure the "Paper Selection" setting on the [Paper] tab of the printer driver properties window. Before printing, check the paper sizes, paper types, and paper remaining in the machine's trays. To view the most recent tray information, click the [Tray Status] button. •...
  • Page 353: Printing On Envelopes

    PRINTING ON ENVELOPES The bypass tray can be used to print on special media such as envelopes. The procedure for printing on an envelope from the printer driver properties screen is described below. For the types of paper that can be used in the bypass tray, see "BEFORE USING THE MACHINE".
  • Page 354: Printing When The User Authentication Function Is Enabled

    PRINTING WHEN THE USER AUTHENTICATION FUNCTION IS ENABLED When the user authentication function is enabled in the machine's system settings (administrator), your user information (login name, password, etc.) must be entered in the printer driver properties window before you can print. The information that must be entered varies depending on the authentication method being used, so check with the administrator of the machine before printing.
  • Page 355: Start Printing

    To have a confirmation window appear before printing starts, select the [Auto Job Control Review] checkbox so that a checkmark appears. • When user authentication is enabled in the system settings (administrator), printing is possible without entering user information if black and white printing is set in the printer driver. For black and white print settings, see WHITE PRINTING"...
  • Page 356: Viewing Printer Driver Help

    VIEWING PRINTER DRIVER HELP When selecting settings in the printer driver, you can display Help to view explanations of the settings. The button that is used to open the printer driver properties window (usually [Properties] or [Printing Preferences]) may vary depending on the software application. Pop-up help Help can be displayed for a setting by clicking the setting and pressing the [F1] key.
  • Page 357: Saving Frequently Used Print Settings

    SAVING FREQUENTLY USED PRINT SETTINGS Settings configured on each of the tabs at the time of printing can be saved as user settings. Saving frequently used settings or complex color settings under an assigned name makes it easy to select those settings the next time you need to use them.
  • Page 358 • Up to 30 sets of user settings can be saved. • The following items cannot be saved in user settings. - A watermark that you created - Paper insertion settings - Overlay file - The login name, password, user name, and job name entered in the [Job Handling] tab Check and save the settings.
  • Page 359: Using Saved Settings

    USING SAVED SETTINGS The button that is used to open the printer driver properties window (usually [Properties] or [Printing Preferences]) may vary depending on the software application. Deleting saved settings Select the user settings that you want to delete in (1) of step 2 above, and click the [Delete] button. Open the printer driver properties window from the print window of the software application.
  • Page 360: Changing The Printer Driver Default Settings

    CHANGING THE PRINTER DRIVER DEFAULT SETTINGS The default settings of the printer driver can be changed using the procedure below. The settings selected using this procedure are saved and become the default settings when printing from a software application. (Settings selected in the printer driver properties window when printing from an application remain in effect only while the application is in use.) Click the [Start] button (...
  • Page 361 PRINTER Configure the settings and click the [OK] button. For explanations of the settings, see printer driver Help. 3-15 Contents...
  • Page 362: Printing From A Macintosh

    PRINTING FROM A MACINTOSH BASIC PRINTING PROCEDURE The following example explains how to print a document from the standard accessory program "TextEdit" in Mac OS X ("SimpleText" in Mac OS 9). SELECTING PAPER SETTINGS Select paper settings in the printer driver before selecting the print command. The machine name that appears in the "Format for"...
  • Page 363: Printing

    PRINTING The menu used to execute printing may vary depending on the software application. The machine name that appears in the "Printer" menu is normally [SCxxxxxx]. ("xxxxxx" is a sequence of characters that varies depending on the machine model.) Select [Print] from the [File] menu of TextEdit.
  • Page 364 PRINTER Click the [Print] button. Printing begins. 3-18 Contents...
  • Page 365: Selecting The Paper

    SELECTING THE PAPER This section explains the [Paper Feed] settings ("Paper Source" setting in [General] in Mac OS 9) in the print settings window. • When [Auto Select] is selected A tray with plain paper or recycled paper (the factory default setting is plain paper only) of the size specified in "Paper Size"...
  • Page 366: Printing On Envelopes

    PRINTING ON ENVELOPES The bypass tray can be used to print on special media such as envelopes. The procedure for printing on an envelope from the printer driver properties screen is described below. For the types of paper that can be used in the bypass tray, see "BEFORE USING THE MACHINE".
  • Page 367: Printing When The User Authentication Function Is Enabled

    PRINTING WHEN THE USER AUTHENTICATION FUNCTION IS ENABLED When the user authentication function is enabled in the machine's system settings (administrator), you must enter your user information (login name, password, etc.) in order to print. The information that must be entered varies depending on the authentication method being used, so check with the administrator of the machine before printing.
  • Page 368 In Mac OS X, you can click the simplify operation the next time you wish to print based on the same user authentication. When user authentication is enabled in the system settings (administrator), printing is possible without entering user information if black and white printing is set in the printer driver. For black and white print settings, see PRINTING"...
  • Page 369: Frequently Used Functions

    FREQUENTLY USED FUNCTIONS This section explains frequently used functions. • SELECTING THE COLOR MODE • TWO-SIDED PRINTING (page 3-26) • FITTING THE PRINT IMAGE TO THE PAPER 3-28) The explanations assume that the paper size and other basic settings have already been selected. For the basic procedure for printing and the steps for opening the printer driver properties window, see the following section: ☞...
  • Page 370: Black And White Printing

    BLACK AND WHITE PRINTING [Black and White] can be selected on the [Main] tab as well as on the [Color] tab. Click the [Black and White Print] checkbox on the [Main] tab so that a checkmark The [Black and White Print] checkbox on the [Main] tab and the "Color Mode" setting on the [Color] tab are linked. When the [Black and White Print] checkbox is selected tab.
  • Page 371: Selecting A Print Mode Setting

    SELECTING A PRINT MODE SETTING This section explains the procedure for selecting a print mode setting. The "Print Mode Settings" consist of the following three items: Normal: This mode is suitable for printing data such as regular text or a table. High Quality: The print quality of color photos and text is high.
  • Page 372: Two-Sided Printing

    TWO-SIDED PRINTING The machine can print on both sides of the paper. This function is useful for many purposes, and is particularly convenient when you want to create a simple pamphlet. Two-sided printing also helps conserve paper. Orientation Windows 2-Sided(Book) Vertical Windows 2-Sided(Book)
  • Page 373 Macintosh (1) Select [Layout]. (2) Select [Long-edged binding] or [Short-edged binding]. • In Mac OS X v10.2.8, select the settings in [Advanced]. • In Mac OS 9, select [Output/Document Style] and then select [Flip on long edge] or [Flip on short edge].
  • Page 374: Fitting The Print Image To The Paper

    FITTING THE PRINT IMAGE TO THE PAPER This function is used to automatically enlarge or reduce the printed image to match the size of the paper loaded in the machine. This is convenient for such purposes as enlarging an invoice or A5 size document to letter or A4 size to make it easier to view, and to print when the same size of paper as the document image is not loaded in the machine.
  • Page 375: Printing Multiple Pages On One Page

    PRINTING MULTIPLE PAGES ON ONE PAGE This function can be used to reduce the print image and print multiple pages on a single sheet of paper. This is convenient when you want to print multiple images such as photos on a single sheet of paper, and when you want to conserve paper.
  • Page 376 Windows (2) (3) Macintosh (1) Configure the settings on the [Main] tab. (2) Select the number of pages per sheet. (3) If you wish to print borderlines, click the [Border] checkbox so that a checkmark appears. (4) Select the order of the pages. (1) Select [Layout].
  • Page 377: Stapling Output

    STAPLING OUTPUT The staple function can be used to staple output. This function saves considerable time when preparing handouts for a meeting or other stapled materials. The staple function can also be used in combination with two-sided printing to create materials with a more sophisticated appearance.
  • Page 378 Windows Macintosh (1) Configure the settings on the [Main] tab. (2) Select the "Binding Edge". (3) Select the staple function. For the staple function, select the number of staples in the "Staple" menu. (1) Select [Printer Features]. (2) Select the "Binding Edge". (3) Select the staple function.
  • Page 379: Convenient Printing Functions

    CONVENIENT PRINTING FUNCTIONS This section explains convenient functions for specific printing objectives. • CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS FOR CREATING PAMPHLETS AND POSTERS • FUNCTIONS TO ADJUST THE SIZE AND ORIENTATION OF THE IMAGE (page 3-37) • COLOR MODE ADJUSTMENT FUNCTION 3-41) The explanations assume that the paper size and other basic settings have already been selected. For the basic procedure for printing and the steps for opening the printer driver properties window, see the following section: ☞...
  • Page 380 Macintosh (1) Select [Printer Features]. (2) Select the "Binding Edge". (3) Select [Tiled Pamphlet] or [2-Up Pamphlet]. • In Mac OS X v10.2.8, select from the "2-Side Printing" and "Binding Edge" menus in [Advanced]. • In Mac OS 9, select the settings in [Output/Document Style].
  • Page 381: Increasing The Margin (Margin Shift)

    INCREASING THE MARGIN (Margin Shift) This function is used to shift the print image to increase the margin at the left, right, or top of the paper. This is convenient when you wish to staple or punch the output but the binding area overlaps the text. When a finisher is installed, the staple function can be used with this function.
  • Page 382: Creating A Large Poster (Poster Printing)

    CREATING A LARGE POSTER (Poster Printing) (This function is only available in Windows.) One page of print data can be enlarged and printed using multiple sheets of paper (4 sheets (2 x 2), 9 sheets (3 x 3) or 16 sheets (4 x 4)). The sheets can then be attached together to create a large poster.
  • Page 383: Functions To Adjust The Size And Orientation Of The Image

    FUNCTIONS TO ADJUST THE SIZE AND ORIENTATION OF THE IMAGE ROTATING THE PRINT IMAGE 180 DEGREES (Rotate 180 degrees) This feature rotates the image 180 degrees so that it can be printed correctly on paper that can only be loaded in one orientation (such as envelopes or paper with punch holes).
  • Page 384: Enlarging/Reducing The Print Image (Zoom/Xy-Zoom)

    ENLARGING/REDUCING THE PRINT IMAGE (Zoom/XY-Zoom) This function is used to enlarge or reduce the image to a selected percentage. This allows you to enlarge a small image or add margins to the paper by slightly reducing an image. When using the PS printer driver (Windows), you can set the width and length percentages separately to change the proportions of the image.
  • Page 385: Adjusting Line Widths When Printing (Line Width Settings)

    ADJUSTING LINE WIDTHS WHEN PRINTING (Line Width Settings) (This function is only available in Windows.) When lines in special applications such as CAD cannot be printed correctly, this setting can be used to adjust line widths, such as making overall line widths wider. (This setting is only effective for vector data;...
  • Page 386: Reversing The Image (Mirror Image)

    REVERSING THE IMAGE (Mirror Image) The image can be reversed to create a mirror image. This function can be used to conveniently print a design for a woodblock print or other printing medium. Windows (This function can be used when the PS printer driver is used.) Macintosh (This function can only be used in Mac OS 9.) (1) Click the [Advanced] tab.
  • Page 387: Color Mode Adjustment Function

    COLOR MODE ADJUSTMENT FUNCTION ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS AND CONTRAST OF THE IMAGE (Color Adjustment) The brightness and contrast can be adjusted in the print settings when printing a photo or other image. These settings can be used for simple corrections when you do not have image editing software installed on your computer. Windows Macintosh (This function can only be used in Mac OS X v10.3.9 and v10.4.11.)
  • Page 388: Printing Faint Text And Lines In Black (Text To Black/Vector To Black)

    PRINTING FAINT TEXT AND LINES IN BLACK (Text To Black/Vector To Black) (This function is only available in Windows.) When printing a color image in grayscale, color text and lines that are faint can be printed in black. (Raster data such as bitmap images cannot be adjusted.) This allows you to bring out color text and lines that are faint and difficult to see when printed in grayscale.
  • Page 389: Selecting Color Settings To Match The Image Type (Advanced Color)

    SELECTING COLOR SETTINGS TO MATCH THE IMAGE TYPE (Advanced Color) Preset color settings are available in the machine's printer driver for various uses. These enable printing using the most suitable color settings for the color image type. Advanced color settings can also be configured to match the objective of the color image, such as color management settings and the screening setting for adjustment of color tone expression.
  • Page 390 Macintosh • In Mac OS X v10.5 to 10.5.1, click the [Advanced] tab to configure advanced color settings. • In Mac OS X v10.2.8, select the color image type from the "Image Type" menu. • In Mac OS 9, select [Color], [Color2], and [Color3] to configure color print settings. The following color management settings are available.
  • Page 391: Functions That Combine Text And Images

    FUNCTIONS THAT COMBINE TEXT AND IMAGES ADDING A WATERMARK TO PRINTED PAGES (Watermark) Faint shadow-like text can be added to the background of the printed image as a watermark. The size, color, density, and angle of the watermark text can be adjusted.
  • Page 392: Printing An Image Over The Print Data (Image Stamp)

    PRINTING AN IMAGE OVER THE PRINT DATA (Image Stamp) (This function is only available in Windows.) A bitmap or JPEG image stored on your computer can be printed over the print data. The size, position, and angle of the image can be adjusted. This feature can be used to "stamp"...
  • Page 393: Creating Overlays For Print Data (Overlays)

    CREATING OVERLAYS FOR PRINT DATA (Overlays) (This function is only available in Windows.) The print data can be printed in a previously created overlay. By creating table rulings or a decorative frame in an application different from that of the text file and registering the data as an overlay file, an attractive print result can be easily obtained without the need for complex manipulations.
  • Page 394: Print Functions For Special Purposes

    PRINT FUNCTIONS FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES PRINTING SPECIFIED PAGES ON DIFFERENT PAPER (Different Paper) • Using this function in a Windows environment The front and back cover and specified pages of a document can be printed on paper that is different from the other pages.
  • Page 395 Macintosh (This function can only be used in Mac OS 9, Mac OS X v10.4.11 and v10.5 to 10.5.1.) (1) Select [Printer Features]. (2) Select [Different Paper]. (3) Select cover insertion settings. Select the print setting, paper tray, and paper type for the cover page and last page.
  • Page 396: Adding Inserts When Printing On Transparency Film (Transparency Inserts)

    ADDING INSERTS WHEN PRINTING ON TRANSPARENCY FILM (Transparency Inserts) When printing on transparency film, this function helps prevent the sheets of transparency film from sticking together by inserting a sheet of paper between each sheet of film. It is also possible to print the same content on each inserted sheet of paper as is printed on the corresponding sheet of transparency film.
  • Page 397: Printing A Carbon Copy (Carbon Copy)

    PRINTING A CARBON COPY (Carbon Copy) (This function is only available in Windows.) This function is used to print an additional copy of the print image on paper that is the same size but from a different paper tray. For example, if carbon copy print is selected when standard paper is loaded in tray 1 and colored paper is loaded in tray 2, a print result similar to a carbon copy slip can be obtained with a single selection of the print...
  • Page 398: Two-Sided Printing With Specific Pages Printed On The Front Side (Chapter Inserts)

    TWO-SIDED PRINTING WITH SPECIFIC PAGES PRINTED ON THE FRONT SIDE (Chapter Inserts) (This function is only available in Windows.) You can have specific pages printed on the front side of the paper. When a page (such as the first page of a chapter) is specified as a front side page, the page will be printed on the front side of the paper even if would normally be printed on the reverse side (the reverse side will be left...
  • Page 399: Convenient Printer Functions

    CONVENIENT PRINTER FUNCTIONS SAVING AND USING PRINT FILES (Retention/Document Filing) This function is used to store a print job as a file on the machine's hard drive, allowing the job to be printed from the operation panel when needed. The location for storing a file can be selected to prevent the file from being mixed together with files of other users.
  • Page 400: Automatically Print All Stored Data

    Macintosh Automatically print all stored data When user authentication is enabled in the system settings (administrator), all retained (stored) print jobs of a user who logs in can be printed automatically after log in. After all jobs are printed, the files are deleted. To use the print all function, the following steps are necessary: •...
  • Page 401: Printing Without The Printer Driver

    PRINTING WITHOUT THE PRINTER DRIVER When you do not have the printer driver installed on your computer, or when the software application used to open a file that you wish to print is not available, you can print directly to the machine without using the printer driver. The file types (and corresponding extensions) that can be printed directly are shown below.
  • Page 402: Directly Printing A File On An Ftp Server

    DIRECTLY PRINTING A FILE ON AN FTP SERVER When an FTP server is configured in the machine's Web pages, you can specify and print a file on the FTP server from the operation panel of the machine. This saves you the trouble of downloading the file and printing it from a computer. For the procedure for accessing the Web pages, see the Quick Start Guide.
  • Page 403: Directly Printing A File In Usb Memory

    Print File-01.tiff Paper Select Number of Prints Auto (1 999) Output 2-Sided Quick File When you select a PDF file that has a password, you must enter the password in the job status screen to begin printing. ☞ PRINTING AN ENCRYPTED PDF FILE DIRECTLY PRINTING A FILE IN USB MEMORY A file in a USB memory device connected to the machine can be printed from the operation panel of the machine without using the printer driver.
  • Page 404: Print The Selected File

    USB Memory File or Folder Name File-01.tiff Folder01 File-02.tiff File-03.tiff Folder02 File-04.tiff File-05.tiff • A total of 100 keys of files and folders can be displayed. • Touch the key to move up one folder level. • When you move down a folder level by touching a folder key, the screen.
  • Page 405: Directly Printing A File In Anetwork Folder

    DIRECTLY PRINTING A FILE IN A NETWORK FOLDER You can use the machine's operation panel to select and print a file on a server or in a shared folder of an individual's computer on the same network as the machine. DOCUMENT COPY IMAGE SEND...
  • Page 406 Select workgroup. Workgroup Workgroup Name Work 1 Work 2 Work 3 Work 4 Work 5 Work 6 Select server. Server Work 1 Server Name Server 1 Server 2 Server 3 Server 4 Server 5 Server 6 Select network folder. Network Folder \\Server 1 Network Folder Name User 1...
  • Page 407 \\Server 1\User 1 File or Folder Name File-01.tiff Folder01 File-02.tiff File-03.tiff Folder02 File-04.tiff File-05.tiff • A total of 100 keys of files and folders can be displayed. • Touch the key to move up one folder level. • To return to the network folder selection screen, touch the •...
  • Page 408: Directly Printing From A Computer

    DIRECTLY PRINTING FROM A COMPUTER Settings can be configured in the Web pages of the machine to enable direct printing from a computer without using the printer driver. For the procedure for accessing the Web pages, see the Quick Start Guide. SUBMIT PRINT JOB You can specify a file to be printed directly without using the printer driver.
  • Page 409: E-Mail Print

    E-MAIL PRINT An e-mail account can be configured in the machine to have the machine periodically check your mail server and automatically print received e-mail attachments without using the printer driver. • Configuring settings To use E-mail Print, you must first configure an e-mail account in the machine. To configure an account, click [Application Settings] and then [E-mail Print Settings] in the Web page menu.
  • Page 410: Checking The Print Status

    CHECKING THE PRINT STATUS JOB STATUS SCREEN The job status screen is displayed when the [JOB STATUS] key on the operation panel is pressed. The job status screen shows the status of jobs by mode. When the [JOB STATUS] key is pressed, the job status screen of the mode that was being used before the key was pressed appears.
  • Page 411: Spool Screen/Job Queue Screen/Completed Job Screen

    SPOOL SCREEN/JOB QUEUE SCREEN/COMPLETED JOB SCREEN The job status screen consists of the job queue screen that shows copy and print jobs waiting to be printed and the job currently in progress, the completed job screen that shows jobs that have been completed, and the spool screen that shows print jobs that have been spooled and encrypted PDF jobs that are waiting for a password to be entered.
  • Page 412 Job key display Each job key shows the position of the job in the job queue and the current status of the job. Computer01 Indicates the number (position) of the job in the job queue. When the job currently being printed is finished, the job moves up one position in the job queue.
  • Page 413: Printing An Encrypted Pdf File

    PRINTING AN ENCRYPTED PDF FILE Encrypted PDF is used to protect a PDF file by requiring the entry of a password to print or edit the file. To directly print an encrypted PDF file on an FTP server or in a USB memory device, etc. connected to the machine, follow the steps below to enter the password and begin printing.
  • Page 414: Giving A Print Job Priority/Canceling A Print Job

    GIVING A PRINT JOB PRIORITY/CANCELING A PRINT JOB GIVING A PRINT JOB PRIORITY When the machine is busy copying or printing a received fax or other job, you can give priority to a print job that is waiting to be printed and print it ahead of the other jobs. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to...
  • Page 415: Canceling A Print Job

    CANCELING A PRINT JOB A job being printed, a job waiting to be printed, or a spooled job can be canceled. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to Fax Job Job Queue Sets / Progress Computer01 020 / 001 Computer02 020 / 000 0312345678 002 / 000 Copy...
  • Page 416: Changing To Another Paper Size And Printing When Paper Runs Out

    CHANGING TO ANOTHER PAPER SIZE AND PRINTING WHEN PAPER RUNS OUT If printing stops because the machine ran out of paper, or if the size of paper specified in the printer driver is not loaded in the machine, a message will appear in the touch panel. Printing will begin automatically when the [OK] key is touched and paper is loaded in the machine.
  • Page 417: Appendix

    APPENDIX PRINTER DRIVER SPECIFICATION LIST Function Frequently used Copies functions Orientation N-Up Number of pages Order Border 2-Sided Print Fit To Page Binding Edge Black and White Print Staple* Paper Paper Size Custom Paper Paper Selection Output tray Convenient Pamphlet printer functions Margin Shift Poster Printing...
  • Page 418 Function Functions to Watermark combine text Image Stamp and images Overlay Image Quality Print Mode Graphics Mode Selection Toner Save* Font Resident font Selectable download font Other functions Auto Configuration User Authentication *1 The specifications of each function in Windows PPD and Macintosh PPD vary depending on the operating system version and the software application.
  • Page 419 CHAPTER 4 FACSIMILE This chapter provides detailed explanations of the procedures for using the fax function. BEFORE USING THE MACHINE AS A FAX PREPARATIONS FOR FAX ....4-4 •...
  • Page 420 FAX RECEPTION RECEIVING FAXES ......4-54 • RECEIVING A FAX ..... 4-55 •...
  • Page 421 USING AN EXTENSION PHONE CONNECTING AND USING AN EXISTING PHONE (Extension Phone Connection) ..4-108 • RECEIVING A FAX AFTER ANSWERING A CALL ON THE EXTENSION PHONE (Remote Reception) ....4-109 •...
  • Page 422: Before Using The Machine As Afax

    BEFORE USING THE MACHINE AS A This section provides information that you should know before using the machine as a fax machine. PREPARATIONS FOR FAX To use the machine as a fax, the telephone line must be connected and the type of line set. CONNECTION TO THE TELEPHONE LINE Be sure to use the provided telephone line cord to connect the machine to the wall telephone jack.
  • Page 423: Setting The Telephone Line Type

    SETTING THE TELEPHONE LINE TYPE The machine's dial mode setting must be set to the type of telephone line you are using. If the setting is not correct, dialing will not be possible. Touch the [Auto Select] key in "Dial Mode Setting" in the system settings (administrator). The machine will automatically set the dial mode to the type of line you are using.
  • Page 424: Checking The Date And Time

    CHECKING THE DATE AND TIME Verify that the correct date and time are set in the machine. The date and time are set in the system settings of the machine. When the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] key is pressed, the system settings menu screen appears on the touch panel. Select [Default Settings], [Clock], and [Clock Adjust], and set the year, month, day, hour, and minute.
  • Page 425: Base Screen Of Fax Mode

    BASE SCREEN OF FAX MODE To use the fax function, select settings and operations in the base screen of fax mode. To display the base screen of fax mode, touch the [IMAGE SEND] key and then touch the [Fax] tab. Each of the other modes that can be displayed by touching the [IMAGE SEND] key (scan, Internet fax, USB memory, PC scan and data entry modes) also have base screens.
  • Page 426 BASE SCREEN OF FAX MODE This screen is used to select settings and operations in fax mode. Mode select keys Use these keys to switch between copy, image send, and document filing modes. To switch to fax mode, touch the [IMAGE SEND] key. This shows various messages and the destinations that have been entered.
  • Page 427 (14) When "Hold Setting for Received Data Print" or "Received Data Image Check Setting" is enabled in the system settings (administrator), this will appear when a fax is received. : Only "Hold Setting for Received Data Print" is enabled : Only "Received Data Image Check Setting" is enabled : Both settings are enabled ☞...
  • Page 428: Address Book Screen

    ADDRESS BOOK SCREEN This screen is used to select a destination from the list of stored destinations. This shows the destination that has been selected. Number of displayed items selector key Touch to change the number of destinations (one-touch keys) displayed in the address book screen. Select 5, 10, or 15 destinations.
  • Page 429: Changing The Display Of One-Touch Keys In The Address Book Screen

    When using the network scanner function or the Internet fax function, a different icon will appear in the one-touch key display if a non-fax destination (address) is stored. ☞ RETRIEVING A FAX NUMBER FROM THE ADDRESS BOOK • System Settings: Address Book This is used to store fax numbers in one-touch keys.
  • Page 430 Index display Indexes make it easy to search for a destination (one-touch key). The destinations are displayed separately using alphabetical search characters and index numbers. To display a stored destination, touch the appropriate index tab. It is convenient to store frequently used destinations in the [Freq.] index. Specify that a destination be displayed in the [Freq.] index when you store the destination.
  • Page 431: Fax Transmission Sequence

    FAX TRANSMISSION SEQUENCE This section explains the basic procedure for sending a fax. Ready to send. Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: 8½x11 Direct TX Exposure Auto Sub Address Resolution Standard Address Review Special Modes File Quick File Auto Reception Fax Memory:100% Place the original Place the original in the document feeder tray of the automatic...
  • Page 432 Scan Internet Fax USB Mem. Scan Address Book Original Scan: Send: 8½x11 Direct TX Exposure Auto Sub Address Resolution Standard Address Review Special Modes File Quick File Auto Reception Fax Memory:100% Scan Internet Fax USB Mem. Scan Address Book Original Scan: 8½x11 Send:...
  • Page 433: Begin Transmission

    Scan the original and send the fax. If the original is placed on the document glass, follow these steps to start scanning and transmission: When sending a fax normally (memory transmission) (1) Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. (2) When scanning is finished, replace the original with the next original. (3) Press the [BLACK &...
  • Page 434: Entering Destinations

    ENTERING DESTINATIONS This section explains how to enter destination fax numbers. Destination fax numbers can be entered using the numeric keys, or by retrieving a previously stored fax number using the address book or a search number. ENTERING A FAX NUMBER WITH THE NUMERIC KEYS Take care to enter the correct number.
  • Page 435: Retrieving A Fax Number From The Address Book

    RETRIEVING A FAX NUMBER FROM THE ADDRESS BOOK The address book screen shows stored destinations as one-touch keys. A destination fax number is retrieved by simply touching the one-touch key of that destination. This is called "one-touch dialing". It is also possible to store multiple fax numbers in a one-touch key, allowing you to retrieve all the numbers by simply touching the key.
  • Page 436: Retrieving A Stored Destination

    RETRIEVING A STORED DESTINATION A destination fax number is retrieved by simply touching the one-touch key of that destination. Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: Direct TX Exposure Auto Sub Address Resolution Standard Address Review Special Modes File Quick File Auto Reception Fax Memory:100% CCC CCC...
  • Page 437: Checking And Deleting Entered Destinations

    CHECKING AND DELETING ENTERED DESTINATIONS When multiple destinations have been entered, you can display and check the destinations. You can also delete a destination (cancel selection of the destination). Condition Settings AAA AAA Address Review CCC CCC Address Entry EEE EEE Global GGG GGG Address Search...
  • Page 438: Using A Search Number To Retrievea Destination

    USING A SEARCH NUMBER TO RETRIEVE A DESTINATION A destination stored in the address book can be retrieved using the of the modes or in the address book screen. Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: Direct TX Exposure Auto Sub Address Resolution Standard...
  • Page 439: Retrieving A Destination From Aglobal Address Book

    RETRIEVING A DESTINATION FROM A GLOBAL ADDRESS BOOK If a LDAP server is stored in the Web pages, you can look up a destination fax number in a global address book. Condition Settings AAA AAA Address Review CCC CCC Address Entry EEE EEE Global GGG GGG...
  • Page 440 Condition Settings Address Review XXX AAA Search Again XXX BBB XXX CCC XXX DDD Address Book XXX EEE XXX FFF • If 30 or more matches are found, a message will appear in the screen. Touch the [OK] key to close the message. A maximum of 300 search results are displayed.
  • Page 441: Using The Resend Function

    USING THE RESEND FUNCTION The destinations of the most recent 8 transmissions by fax, Scan to E-mail, and/or Internet fax are stored. One of these can be selected to resend to that destination. Ready to send. Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: Direct TX...
  • Page 442: Chain Dialing

    CHAIN DIALING Number sequences entered with the numeric keys and/or one-touch keys can be linked together with pauses and dialed as a single number. Use chain dialing to dial a long number (such as an international number) when the country code and/or area code are stored separately in one-touch keys.
  • Page 443: Basic Transmission Methods

    BASIC TRANSMISSION METHODS This section explains the basic procedures for sending a fax. TRANSMISSION METHODS The methods that can be used to send a fax from the machine are explained below. Select the method that best suits your needs. To fax a large number of sheet originals, use the automatic document feeder. The originals will be scanned into memory and then transmitted (memory transmission).
  • Page 444 To fax thick originals or pages of a book, use the document glass. ☞ USING THE DOCUMENT GLASS FOR TRANSMISSION When the document glass is being used for a transmission, Quick Online transmission will not operate. If you wish to send a fax ahead of other previously reserved fax transmissions, use direct transmission mode.
  • Page 445: Placement Orientation Of The Original

    PLACEMENT ORIENTATION OF THE ORIGINAL 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"(A5) or B5 size original in landscape orientation will be rotated 90 degrees and transmitted as 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"(A5) or B5 image in portrait orientation. 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"(A5) size original System Settings (Administrator): Rotation Sending Setting The factory default setting is rotate before transmission.
  • Page 446: Fax Destination Confirmation Mode

    FAX DESTINATION CONFIRMATION MODE The fax destination confirmation mode displays a destination confirmation message when a fax transmission is performed to prevent accidental transmission to the wrong destination. This function is enabled in the system settings (administrator). When the function is enabled, a message will appear to confirm the destination when the [BLACK & WHITE START] key is pressed to begin fax transmission.
  • Page 447: Using The Automatic Document Feeder For Transmission

    USING THE AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER FOR TRANSMISSION This section explains how to use the automatic document feeder to send a fax. Indicator line When sending a multi-page fax, the automatic document feeder and the document glass cannot both be used to scan the original pages.
  • Page 448: Using The Automatic Document Feeder To Send A Fax In Direct Transmission Mode

    USING THE AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER TO SEND A FAX IN DIRECT TRANSMISSION MODE Indicator line Condition Settings AAA AAA Address Review CCC CCC Address Entry EEE EEE Global GGG GGG Address Search Sub Address III III Freq. ABCD EFGH IJKL Auto Reception Sort Address Fax Memory:100%...
  • Page 449 • The following functions cannot be used with direct transmission: Program, Timer Transmission, Card Shot, Job Build, Polling Memory, File, Quick File, Memory Box, 2-Sided Original Scanning, Global Address Search • Resending will not take place when a direct transmission is not successful due to a communication error or other reason. •...
  • Page 450: Using The Document Glass For Transmission

    USING THE DOCUMENT GLASS FOR TRANSMISSION To fax a thick original or other original that cannot be fed through the automatic document feeder, open the automatic document feeder and place the original on the document glass. • When faxing a multi-page original, scan each page in order starting from the first page. •...
  • Page 451 Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. If you have another page to scan, change pages and then press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Repeat until all originals have been scanned. If no action is taken for one minute, scanning automatically ends and the transmission is reserved. Place next original.
  • Page 452: Using The Document Glass To Send A Fax In Direct Transmission Mode

    USING THE DOCUMENT GLASS TO SEND A FAX IN DIRECT TRANSMISSION MODE When sending a fax from the document glass in direct transmission mode, only one page can be transmitted. Do not place any objects under the original size detector. Closing the automatic document feeder with an object underneath may damage the original size detector plate and prevent correct detection of the document size.
  • Page 453 Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: 8½x11 Direct TX Exposure Auto Sub Address Resolution Standard Address Review Special Modes File Quick File Auto Reception Fax Memory:100% Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Transmission begins. To cancel transmission... While "Dialing. Press [ ] to cancel"...
  • Page 454: Transmission Using The Speaker

    TRANSMISSION USING THE SPEAKER When the speaker is used to dial, the fax is sent after the number is dialed and the connection is established. If a person answers, you will be able to hear his or her voice, but you will not be able to speak. Telephone mode.
  • Page 455: Sending The Same Fax To Multiple Destinations (Broadcast Transmission)

    SENDING THE SAME FAX TO MULTIPLE DESTINATIONS (Broadcast Transmission) This function is convenient when you need to send the same fax to multiple destinations, such as sending a report to branch offices in different regions. You can transmit to as many as 500 destinations in one broadcast operation. Originals It is convenient to store destinations to which you frequently send faxes by broadcast transmission in group keys.
  • Page 456 CCC CCC 0123456789 Condition Settings AAA AAA BBB BBB Address Review CCC CCC DDD DDD Address Entry EEE EEE FFF FFF Global GGG GGG HHH HHH Address Search III III JJJ JJJ Sub Address Freq. ABCD EFGH IJKL Auto Reception Sort Address Fax Memory:100% •...
  • Page 457 Address Review CCC CCC KKK KKK LLL LLL MMM MMM NNN NNN OOO OOO PPP PPP QQQ QQQ RRR RRR SSS SSS UUU UUU TTT TTT To cancel a specified destination... Touch the key of the destination that you wish to cancel. A message will appear to confirm the deletion. Touch the [Yes] key.
  • Page 458 Resending to unsuccessful broadcast transmission destinations The results of a completed broadcast transmission can be checked in the job status screen. If transmission to any of the destinations failed, resend the fax to those destinations. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to Fax Job Address Set Time...
  • Page 459 Detail Broadcast0001 Address Start Time DDD DDD 10:01 04/01 10:10 04/01 EEE EEE File Failed • The procedure after the [Retry] key is touched varies depending on whether or not the document filing function was used. Not using document filing You will return to the base screen with the unsuccessful destinations entered.
  • Page 460: Sending A Fax Directly From Acomputer (Pc-Fax)

    SENDING A FAX DIRECTLY FROM A COMPUTER (PC-Fax) A document in a computer can be transmitted via the machine as a fax. Faxes are sent using the PC-Fax function in the same way as documents are printed. Select the PC-Fax driver as the printer driver on your computer and then select the Print command in the software application.
  • Page 461: Image Settings

    IMAGE SETTINGS Settings for scanning the original are selected in the base screen of each mode. The current state of each setting appears to the right of the key used to select the setting. Address Book Sub Address Address Review Quick File [Original] key Touch this key to set the scan size, send size, and...
  • Page 462: Automatically Scanning Both Sides Of An Original (2-Sided Original)

    AUTOMATICALLY SCANNING BOTH SIDES OF AN ORIGINAL (2-Sided Original) The automatic document feeder will automatically scan both sides of the document. 2-sided original Touch the [Original] key. ☞ IMAGE SETTINGS (page 4-43) Fax/Original Scan Size 100% Send Size 8½x11 2-Sided 2-Sided Tablet Booklet...
  • Page 463: Specifying The Scan Size And Send Size

    SPECIFYING THE SCAN SIZE AND SEND SIZE When the original is placed, the original size and the send size set in the system settings appear in the base screen as the original size and send size. In the above screen, the scan size (the original size) is 8-1/2" x 11" (A4) and the send size is auto. If, for example, the scan size were 8-1/2"...
  • Page 464 Specifying the original scan size (by paper size) If the size of the placed original is different from the displayed original size or you wish to change the original size, you must touch the [Original] key and directly specify the original size. Place the original in the document feeder tray or on the document glass and follow the steps below.
  • Page 465 Fax/Original Scan Size 100% Send Size 5½x8½ 2-Sided 2-Sided Tablet Booklet When [Long Size] is selected, the 2-sided scanning setting and send size cannot be changed. Touch the [OK] key. Auto Image Orientation 4-47 FACSIMILE Contents...
  • Page 466 Specifying the original scan size (by numerical values) When scanning a non-standard size original such as a postcard or card, follow these steps to specify the original size. Touch the [Original] key. The original size set in the system settings appears to the right of the [Original] key. ☞...
  • Page 467 (1), (2) Fax/Original Size Input 8½ When a number from 11-3/4" to 14" (298 mm to 356 mm) to the X (horizontal) dimension and a number from 1" to 3-7/8" (25 mm to 99 mm) to the Y (vertical) dimension are entered at the same time, an original cannot be scanned. Fax/Original Scan Size Send Size...
  • Page 468 Specifying the send size of the original Specify the send size as a paper size. If a send size bigger than the scan size is selected, the image will be enlarged. If a send size smaller than the scan size is selected, the image will be reduced. The send size cannot be specified when [Long Size] is selected for the scan size, or when the scan size is specified by numerical values.
  • Page 469 Fax/Original Scan Size 129% Send Size 8½x11 2-Sided 2-Sided Tablet Booklet The ratio used for reduction or enlargement of the original will appear between the "Scan Size" and the "Send Size". Specify the orientation in which the original is placed. (1) Touch the appropriate [Image Orientation] key.
  • Page 470: Changing The Exposure

    CHANGING THE EXPOSURE The exposure can be changed to match the darkness of the original. Refer the following tables to select appropriate settings. Exposure settings Exposure Auto Manual Touch the [Exposure] key. The current exposure setting appears to the right of the [Exposure] key. ☞...
  • Page 471: Changing The Resolution

    CHANGING THE RESOLUTION The resolution can be selected to match the characteristics of the original, such as text or photo, the size of the text, and the darkness of the image. Refer the following tables to select appropriate settings. Resolution settings Resolution Standard Select this setting when your original consists of normal-sized text (like the text in this manual).
  • Page 472: Fax Reception

    FAX RECEPTION This section explains the basic procedures for receiving faxes. RECEIVING FAXES When the reception mode is set to "Auto Reception", the machine will receive and print faxes automatically. The fax reception mode is displayed in the base screen. •...
  • Page 473: Receiving A Fax

    RECEIVING A FAX When a fax is transmitted to the machine, the machine automatically receives and prints the fax. • System Settings (Administrator): Speaker Settings This is used to change the volume and tone of the reception beep. • System Settings (Administrator): Number of Calls in Auto Reception This is used to change the number of rings on which fax reception begins automatically.
  • Page 474: Receiving A Fax Manually

    RECEIVING A FAX MANUALLY A fax can be received manually using the touch panel. While the machine rings, touch the [Speaker] key in the base screen and then touch the [Fax Manual Reception] key that appears. • When a call is answered by touching the [Speaker] key, you will be able to hear the other party, however, you will not be able to speak.
  • Page 475: Printing A Password-Protected Fax (Hold Setting For Received Data Print)

    PRINTING A PASSWORD-PROTECTED FAX (Hold Setting For Received Data Print) "Hold Setting for Received Data Print" can be enabled in the system settings (administrator) to have faxes received to memory without being printed. To print the faxes, a password must be entered. When this function is used, a password entry screen appears in the touch panel when a fax is received.
  • Page 476: Checking The Image Before Printing

    CHECKING THE IMAGE BEFORE PRINTING When "Received Data Image Check Setting" is enabled* in the system settings (administrator), you can check a received image in the touch panel before printing it out. When this function is enabled, follow the steps below to print a received image.
  • Page 477: Image Check Screen

    IMAGE CHECK SCREEN This section explains the image check screen. Image Check 0123456789 Information display This shows information on the displayed image. Preview image An image of the selected received image appears. If the image is cut off, use the scroll bars at the right and bottom of the screen to scroll the image.
  • Page 478: Forwarding Received Faxes

    FORWARDING RECEIVED FAXES (Fax Data Forward) When the machine cannot print because it is out of paper or out of toner, received faxes can be forwarded to another previously programmed fax machine. This function is convenient in an office or work area that has two or more telephone lines and another fax machine is connected to a different line than the machine.
  • Page 479: Forwarding Received Faxes To Anetwork Address

    FORWARDING RECEIVED FAXES TO A NETWORK ADDRESS (Inbound Routing Settings) You can have received faxes automatically forwarded to an e-mail address, file server address, desktop address, or network folder address. This function can be used to forward received faxes to a specified address without printing them. The machine Received fax •...
  • Page 480 • A maximum of 500 sender numbers/addresses can be stored. • To delete an entered address, select the address in "Address to be Entered" and click the [Delete] button. Storing sender addresses. If you wish to have only faxes from specified addresses forwarded, store the desired sender addresses.
  • Page 481 • When selecting senders from the "Sender Number/Address Setting" list, you can use the [Shift] key or the [Ctrl] key on your keyboard to select multiple senders. • A maximum of 50 forwarding tables can be stored. • If you wish to select a group of addresses for the forwarding destination, you can only select a group that contains e-mail addresses only.
  • Page 482: Special Modes

    SPECIAL MODES This section explains special modes that can be used for fax transmission. SPECIAL MODES When the [Special Modes] key is touched in the base screen, the special modes menu screen appears. The special modes menu consists of two screens. Touch the touched in the special modes screen, the selected settings are entered and the base screen reappears.
  • Page 483 (12) [Memory Box] key ☞ SENDING A FAX WHEN ANOTHER MACHINE POLLS YOUR MACHINE (Polling Memory) 4-87) * The optional business card feeder must be attached and "Business Card Scan Option" must be enabled in the system settings (administrator). Special modes can generally be combined with other special modes, however, there are some combinations that are not possible.
  • Page 484: Storing Fax Operations (Program)

    STORING FAX OPERATIONS (Program) A program is a group of transmission settings stored together. When transmission settings are stored in a program, the settings can be retrieved and used for a fax job by means of a simple operation. For example, suppose that the same 8-1/2" x 11" (A4) size documents are distributed to branch offices in various regions once a month.
  • Page 485 Place the original. Place the original in the document feeder tray or on the document glass as appropriate for the functions stored in the program. When the original is a different size than the size setting, set the original size. ☞...
  • Page 486: Erasing Peripheral Shadows On The Image (Erase)

    ERASING PERIPHERAL SHADOWS ON THE IMAGE (Erase) The erase function is used to erase shadows on images produced when scanning thick originals or books. (This function does not detect shadows and will eliminate everything appearing in the erase area - including shadows, text and images.) Scanning a thick book Shadows appear here.
  • Page 487 Fax/Special Modes Erase Edge Erase Side Erase Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If you inserted the original pages in the document feeder tray, all pages are scanned. A beep will sound to indicate that scanning is finished. •...
  • Page 488: Sending A Fax At A Specified Time

    SENDING A FAX AT A SPECIFIED TIME (Timer) When this function is used, transmission takes place automatically at a specified time. The timer transmission function makes it easy to perform reserved transmissions, broadcast transmissions and other transmissions at night or other times when phone rates are low. A timer setting can also be specified for polling reception to receive a fax when you are not present.
  • Page 489 Fax/Special Modes Timer Day of the Week When this screen is opened, the setting will show the current time. If the time is not correct, press the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) to cancel the operation. Correct the time in the system settings and then perform the timer transmission procedure.
  • Page 490: Sending Both Sides Of A Card As Asingle Page (Card Shot)

    SENDING BOTH SIDES OF A CARD AS A SINGLE PAGE (Card Shot) This function lets you send the front and reverse sides of a card as a single page, without the need to send each side separately. Originals Transmission Front Back When using card shot, the original must be scanned on the document glass.
  • Page 491 Fax/Special Modes Card Shot (1~8 1/2) inch (1~8 1/2) inch • The send size is automatically selected based on the original size you entered. • After selecting Card Shot, you can touch the [Original] key in the base screen to change the original scan size or the send size.
  • Page 492 Place next original. (Pg.No.x) Press [Start]. When finished, press [Read-End]. Configure If you will continue scanning additional cards, you can touch the [Configure] key to change the exposure, resolution, scan size, and send size. • The ratio cannot be specified and "Rotation Sending Setting" cannot be selected. •...
  • Page 493: Sending A Large Number Of Pages (Job Build)

    SENDING A LARGE NUMBER OF PAGES (Job Build) This function lets you separate an original consisting of numerous pages into sets, scan each set using the automatic document feeder, and transmit the pages in a single transmission. Use this function when there are more original pages than can be placed at once in the auto document feeder.
  • Page 494 Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key to scan the first set. To cancel scanning... Press the [STOP] key ( Insert the next set of originals and press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Repeat this step until all originals have been scanned. To cancel scanning...
  • Page 495: Faxing Thin Originals (Slow Scan Mode)

    FAXING THIN ORIGINALS (Slow Scan Mode) Use this function when you wish to scan thin originals using the automatic document feeder. This function helps prevent thin originals from misfeeding. If the originals are inserted with too much force, they may crumple and misfeed. Enter the destination fax number.
  • Page 496 Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. A beep will sound to indicate that scanning is finished. To cancel scanning... Press the [STOP] key ( When this function is selected, automatic 2-sided scanning is not possible. To cancel slow scan mode... Touch the [Slow Scan Mode] key in the screen of step 3 so that it is not highlighted.
  • Page 497: Sending Business Cards (Business Card Scan)

    SENDING BUSINESS CARDS (Business Card Scan) Multiple business cards can be scanned and transmitted at once. To use this function, the business card feeder must be attached to the automatic document feeder and "Business Card Scan Option" must be enabled in the system settings (administrator). For the attachment procedure, see CARD FEEDER"...
  • Page 498: Changing The Print Settings For The Transaction Report

    CHANGING THE PRINT SETTINGS FOR THE TRANSACTION REPORT (Transaction Report) A transaction report is automatically printed out to alert you when a transmission fails or when a broadcast transmission is performed. The transaction report contains a description of the transmission (date, start time, name of other party, time required, number of pages, result, etc.).
  • Page 499 Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If you inserted the original pages in the document feeder tray, all pages are scanned. A beep will sound to indicate that scanning is finished. • If you are scanning the original on the document glass, scan each page one page at a time. When scanning finishes, place the next original and press the [BLACK &...
  • Page 500: Adding Your Sender Information To Faxes (Own Number Sending)

    ADDING YOUR SENDER INFORMATION TO FAXES (Own number sending) Your sender information (date, time, sender name, sender fax number, number of pages) is automatically added to the top of each fax page you transmit. Example of the sender information printed APR/04/2010/Sat 3:00 PM (1) Date, time: (2) Sender name:...
  • Page 501: Temporarily Changing The Sender Information (Own Name Select)

    TEMPORARILY CHANGING THE SENDER INFORMATION (Own Name Select) You can select the sender information printed on a transmitted fax from a list of stored senders. Select the special modes. (1) Touch the [Special Modes] key. (2) Touch the [Own Name Select] key. ☞...
  • Page 502: Calling A Fax Machine And Initiating Reception (Polling)

    CALLING A FAX MACHINE AND INITIATING RECEPTION (Polling) The Polling function allows the receiving machine to call the transmitting machine and initiate reception of a document in that machine. Because the receiving machine initiates reception of a document, this is called "Polling Reception". (3) The fax is received.
  • Page 503 Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Your machine will call the other machine and initiate reception of the fax. • Polling reception can be used in combination with the timer function to poll at any specified time, such as at night or when you are not present (Only one timer polling reception can be set.).
  • Page 504: Initiating Polling Reception Manually

    INITIATING POLLING RECEPTION MANUALLY Use this procedure when you must start polling after listening to a recorded greeting, such as when using a fax information service. • Make sure that an original is not placed in the machine when using the polling reception function. •...
  • Page 505: Sending A Fax When Another Machine Polls Your Machine (Polling Memory)

    SENDING A FAX WHEN ANOTHER MACHINE POLLS YOUR MACHINE (Polling Memory) Sending a document that has been scanned into memory when another machine polls your machine is called "Polling Memory". Prior to polling, the document that will be faxed to the other machine must be scanned into a polling memory box. This function can only be used when the other machine is Super G3 or G3 compatible and has a polling function.
  • Page 506: Scanning A Document Into Polling Memory

    SCANNING A DOCUMENT INTO POLLING MEMORY Follow these steps to scan a document into the memory box for polling transmission (Public Box). Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. When the original is a different size than the size setting, set the original size.
  • Page 507 Memory Box - Data Store Memory Box Original Scan: 8½x11 List Exposure Auto Resolution Standard Special Modes Auto Reception Fax Memory:100% • A program, timer setting, transaction report, polling and document filing cannot be selected. • To return to the screen of step 4, touch the [Memory Box List] key. Press the [BLACK &...
  • Page 508: Checking The Document In The Public Box

    CHECKING THE DOCUMENT IN THE PUBLIC BOX You can check the document stored in the machine's public box for memory polling. Select the special modes. (1) Touch the [Special Modes] key. (2) Touch the keys to switch through the screens. (3) Touch the [Memory Box] key.
  • Page 509: Deleting A Document From The Public Box

    DELETING A DOCUMENT FROM THE PUBLIC BOX Delete a document from the Public Box when it is no longer needed. Select the special modes. (1) Touch the [Special Modes] key. (2) Touch the keys to switch through the screens. (3) Touch the [Memory Box] key. ☞...
  • Page 510: Performing F-Code Communication

    PERFORMING F-CODE COMMUNICATION This section explains how to perform F-code communication operations. F-code communication is possible with machines of other manufacturers that also support F-code communication. F-CODE COMMUNICATION Exchange of confidential documents (confidential communication), retrieval (polling) and distribution (polling memory) of information, and distribution of information to multiple destinations (relay broadcast transmission) are possible with other machines that support F-code communication.
  • Page 511: Creating Memory Boxes In The Machine For F-Code Communication

    CREATING MEMORY BOXES IN THE MACHINE FOR F-CODE COMMUNICATION Before the F-code communication function can be used, special memory boxes must be created using "F-Code Memory Box" in the system settings. A box name and F-code (sub-address and passcode) are programmed in each box, and an F-code communication function is assigned to each box.
  • Page 512: Confidential Communication Using F-Codes

    CONFIDENTIAL COMMUNICATION USING F-CODES By sending a fax to an F-code memory box (confidential) in the receiving machine (your machine or the other machine), the sender can direct the transmission specifically to the user of the box. This is convenient for sending sensitive documents that you do not wish people other than the recipient to see, or when the receiving machine is shared by multiple departments.
  • Page 513: F-Code Confidential Transmission

    F-CODE CONFIDENTIAL TRANSMISSION Follow the steps below to send a confidential fax by adding an F-code to the fax number. Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. When the original is a different size than the size setting, set the original size.
  • Page 514: Checking Faxes Received By F-Code Confidential Reception

    CHECKING FAXES RECEIVED BY F-CODE CONFIDENTIAL RECEPTION When an F-code confidential fax is sent to your machine, the fax is received to the memory box specified by the F-code. To check received faxes, enter the print passcode. Select the special modes. (1) Touch the [Special Modes] key.
  • Page 515: Numeric Keys

    There is no way to check a forgotten passcode on the machine. Take care not to forget the passcode. In the event that you forget the passcode or need to verify the passcode, contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department.
  • Page 516: Polling Reception Using F-Codes

    POLLING RECEPTION USING F-CODES This function enables your machine to call another machine and initiate reception of a fax stored in an F-code memory box (polling memory) in the other machine. During the polling operation, your machine must correctly specify the F-code (sub-address and passcode) configured in the other machine or polling reception will not take place.
  • Page 517 Condition Settings AAA AAA BBB BBB Address Review CCC CCC DDD DDD Address Entry EEE EEE FFF FFF Global GGG GGG HHH HHH Address Search Sub Address III III JJJ JJJ Freq. ABCD EFGH IJKL Auto Reception Sort Address Fax Memory:100% (3), (5) If a passcode has been omitted in the memory box of the other machine, (5) and (6) are not necessary.
  • Page 518: Polling Memory Transmission Using F-Codes

    POLLING MEMORY TRANSMISSION USING F-CODES When your machine receives a transmission request from another machine, this function sends a fax stored in an F-code memory box (polling memory) in your machine to that machine. The other machine must correctly specify the F-code configured in your machine or transmission will not take place.
  • Page 519 Memory Box Polling Memory Data Store Print Data Delete Data Memory Box - Data Store Box 1 Box 2 Box 3 Box 4 Box 5 Box 6 Box 7 Box 8 Box 9 Box 10 Box 11 Box 12 Memory Box - Data Store Once Unlimited Memory Box - Data Store...
  • Page 520 Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If you inserted the original pages in the document feeder tray, all pages are scanned. • If you are scanning the original on the document glass, scan each page one page at a time. When scanning finishes, place the next original and press the [BLACK &...
  • Page 521: Checking The Document In The F-Code Memory Polling Box

    CHECKING THE DOCUMENT IN THE F-CODE MEMORY POLLING BOX You can check the document stored in the F-code memory polling box. A document in a memory box cannot be printed while the document is being transmitted. Select the special modes. (1) Touch the [Special Modes] key.
  • Page 522: Deleting A Document Stored For F-Code Polling Transmission

    DELETING A DOCUMENT STORED FOR F-CODE POLLING TRANSMISSION When a document in an F-code memory polling box is no longer needed, follow the steps below to delete it. A document in a memory box cannot be deleted while the document is being transmitted. Select the special modes.
  • Page 523: Relay Request Transmission Using F-Codes

    RELAY REQUEST TRANSMISSION USING F-CODES This function is used to send a fax to an F-code relay broadcast memory box in another machine and have that machine relay the fax to multiple end receiving machines. When the end receiving machines are far from your machine, sending the fax to a relay machine that is close to the end receiving machines can help reduce phone charges.
  • Page 524 Place the original. Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass. When the original is a different size than the size setting, set the original size. ☞ SPECIFYING THE SCAN SIZE AND SEND SIZE Condition Settings AAA AAA...
  • Page 525: Relay Broadcast Transmission Using F-Codes

    RELAY BROADCAST TRANSMISSION USING F-CODES When your machine receives an F-code relay request transmission, the fax is received to an F-code relay broadcast memory box in your machine. Your machine then relays the fax to each of the end receiving machines programmed in the memory box.
  • Page 526: Using An Extension Phone

    • If the plug on the telephone line cord does not fit into the jack on your extension phone, contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department. Extension phone jack Click! Make sure you hear a "click"...
  • Page 527: Receiving A Fax After Answeringa Call On The Extension Phone (Remote Reception)

    RECEIVING A FAX AFTER ANSWERING A CALL ON THE EXTENSION PHONE (Remote Reception) Follow the steps below if you need to start fax reception after answering a call and speaking on the extension phone. If you are on a pulse-dial (rotary) line, set the extension phone to issue tone signals. •...
  • Page 528: Checking The Status Of Fax Jobs

    CHECKING THE STATUS OF FAX JOBS This section explains how to check the status of reserved transmission jobs and received faxes. JOB STATUS SCREEN The job status screen is displayed when the [JOB STATUS] key on the operation panel is pressed. The job status screen shows the status of jobs by mode.
  • Page 529: Job Queue Screen And Completed Job Screen

    JOB QUEUE SCREEN AND COMPLETED JOB SCREEN The job status screen consists of two screens: the job queue screen, which shows reserved jobs and the job currently in progress, and the completed jobs screen. To switch between the two screens, touch the job status screen selector key ((2) below).
  • Page 530 Job key display The following information is shown in the job queue keys and completed job keys that appear in the job status screen. AAA AAA Indicates the number (position) of the job in the job queue. When the job currently being transmitted is finished, each job moves up one position in the job queue.
  • Page 531 • Completed job Message Status "Send OK" Transmission completed. "In Memory" Reception completed but the fax has not been printed. "Received" A received fax has been printed or deleted in the check image screen. "Forward OK" The received fax has been forwarded.
  • Page 532: Operation When A Job In The Job Queue Is Completed

    OPERATION WHEN A JOB IN THE JOB QUEUE IS COMPLETED When a normal transmission job is completed, it moves to the completed jobs screen and "Send OK" appears in the status column. Received faxes, timer transmission jobs, retry jobs, and forwarding jobs are handled in the job status screen as explained below.
  • Page 533: Checking A Reserved Job Or The Job In Progress

    CHECKING A RESERVED JOB OR THE JOB IN PROGRESS The detailed contents of a broadcast transmission or serial polling job can be displayed. Select (touch) the key of the job that you wish to check and touch the [Detail] key. The job details screen will appear (see below). The job name and progress (number of completed destinations / total destinations) appear at the top of the screen.
  • Page 534: Checking Completed Jobs

    CHECKING COMPLETED JOBS You can check a list of the destinations, the destinations for which transmission failed, and other detailed information on completed broadcast transmission jobs, received fax forwarding jobs, serial polling jobs, and jobs that used document filing. Touch the key of the desired job in the completed jobs screen and touch the [Detail] key. The job detail screen (see below) will appear.
  • Page 535: Canceling A Fax In Progress Or Areserved Fax

    CANCELING A FAX IN PROGRESS OR A RESERVED FAX Follow the steps below to cancel a fax transmission that is in progress or a reserved fax job. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to Fax Job Address Set Time Pages Broadcast 10:00 04/01 020/003 Connecting 0123456789 10:05...
  • Page 536: Giving Priority To A Reserved Fax

    GIVING PRIORITY TO A RESERVED FAX When multiple jobs are waiting to be transmitted, the jobs are normally transmitted in the order they were reserved. If you need to give priority to a job and send it ahead of the other jobs, follow the steps below. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to...
  • Page 537: Checking The Activity Log (Image Sending Activity Report)

    CHECKING THE ACTIVITY LOG (Image Sending Activity Report) IMAGE SENDING ACTIVITY REPORT You can have the machine print a log of recent image sending activity (date, name of other party, time required, result, etc.). The Image Sending Activity Report contains useful information such as the types of errors that occurred. The most recent 200 transactions are included in the report.
  • Page 538: Information Appearing In The Result Column

    INFORMATION APPEARING IN THE RESULT COLUMN Error types and other information are printed in the result column of transaction and activity reports. When a transaction report or activity report is printed, check the result of the transaction in the result column and take action as needed. Examples of messages that are printed in the result column Message The transaction was completed normally.
  • Page 539 CHAPTER 5 SCANNER/INTERNET FAX This chapter provides detailed explanations of the procedures for using the scanner function and the Internet fax function. BEFORE USING THE MACHINE AS A NETWORK SCANNER NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION ... . . 5-3 PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS A NETWORK SCANNER .
  • Page 540 SPECIAL MODES SPECIAL MODES ......5-65 STORING SCAN OPERATIONS (Programs) ..5-67 ERASING PERIPHERAL SHADOWS ON THE IMAGE (Erase) .
  • Page 541: Before Using The Machine As Anetwork Scanner

    BEFORE USING THE MACHINE AS A NETWORK SCANNER This section provides information that you should know before using the machine as a network scanner. NETWORK SCANNER FUNCTION The network scanner function of the machine can be used to scan an original, create an image file, and send the file over a network to a computer, FTP server, or other destination.
  • Page 542: Usb Memory Scan

    USB memory mode USB Memory Scan The scanned file is sent to and stored in a USB memory device connected to the machine. Internet fax mode To use the Internet fax function, the Internet fax expansion kit must be installed. Internet fax transmission The scanned file is sent as an Internet fax.
  • Page 543: Preparations For Use As A Network Scanner

    PREPARATIONS FOR USE AS A NETWORK SCANNER MAKE SURE THE MAIN POWER SWITCH IS IN THE "ON" POSITION The main power is "on" when the main power indicator on the right side of the operation panel is lit. If the main power indicator is not lit, the main power is "off". Switch the main power switch to the "on" position and press the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel.
  • Page 544: Settings Required In The Web Pages

    SETTINGS REQUIRED IN THE WEB PAGES To use scan mode and Internet fax mode, the basic network scanner settings, server settings such as SMTP and DNS server settings, and sender addresses must be configured in the Web pages. • Server settings To configure server settings, click [Network Settings] and then [Services Settings] in the Web page menu.
  • Page 545: Storing A Destination For Scan To Desktop

    STORING A DESTINATION FOR SCAN TO DESKTOP To store your computer in the machine as a destination for Scan to Desktop, Network Scanner Tool must be installed from the "Sharpdesk/Network Scanner Utilities" CD-ROM that accompanies the machine. To scan an image to your computer, Network Scanner Tool must be running on your computer.
  • Page 546: Before Sending To A Direct Smtp Address

    BEFORE SENDING TO A DIRECT SMTP ADDRESS The machine supports Direct SMTP, which lets you directly send Internet faxes within your company without using a mail server. For the procedure for storing a Direct SMTP address in the address book, see ADDRESSES FOR EACH SCAN MODE IN THE ADDRESS included in the address book for Internet fax mode.
  • Page 547: Base Screen

    BASE SCREEN Scan mode, USB memory mode, Internet fax mode, and PC scan mode are used by selecting operations and settings in the base screens of those modes. To display the base screen of a mode, touch the [IMAGE SEND] key in the touch panel and then touch the tab of the mode that you wish to use.
  • Page 548 Customized keys The keys that appear here can be changed to show the settings or functions that you prefer. ☞ Customizing displayed keys (page 5-11) Touch this key to specify a destination using a search number * 3-digit number assigned to a destination when it is stored.
  • Page 549 Customizing displayed keys Special mode keys and other keys can be displayed in the base screen. Set these keys to functions that you frequently use to access the functions with a single touch. The customized keys are configured using "Customize Key Setting" in the Web pages.
  • Page 550: Address Book Screen

    ADDRESS BOOK SCREEN This screen is used to select transmission destinations. This shows the selected destination. Number of displayed items selector key Touch this key to change the number of destinations (one-touch keys) displayed in the address book screen. Select 5, 10, or 15 keys. [Condition Settings] key Touch this key to select transmission settings.
  • Page 551: Changing The Display Of One-Touch Keys In The Address Book Screen

    • Icons appear in the one-touch keys in the address book to indicate which mode is used for transmission. ☞ RETRIEVING A DESTINATION FROM THE ADDRESS BOOK • For information on storing addresses in the address book, see SCAN MODE IN THE ADDRESS •...
  • Page 552 Index display Indexes make it easy to search for a destination (one-touch key). The destinations are displayed separately using alphabetical search characters and index numbers. To display a stored destination, touch the appropriate index tab. It is convenient to store frequently used destinations in the [Freq.] index. Specify that a destination be displayed in the [Freq.] index when you store the destination.
  • Page 553: Scan Send Sequence

    SCAN SEND SEQUENCE This section explains the basic procedure for scanning and transmission. Select settings in the order shown below to ensure smooth transmission. For the detailed procedures for selecting the settings, see the explanation of each setting in this chapter. Ready to send.
  • Page 554 Scan Internet Fax USB Mem. Scan Address Book Original Scan: 8½x11 Address Entry Exposure Auto Text Send Settings Resolution 200X200dpi Address Review File Format File Color Mode Auto/Grayscale Special Modes Quick File Start scanning and transmission Start scanning and transmission. If the original is placed on the document glass, follow these steps to start scanning and transmission: (1) Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK &...
  • Page 555: Entering Destinations

    ENTERING DESTINATIONS This section explains how to specify destination addresses, including selecting an address from the address book and retrieving an address by entering a search number. RETRIEVING A DESTINATION FROM THE ADDRESS BOOK The address book screen shows stored destinations as one-touch keys. The destinations are displayed in order by search number.
  • Page 556: Retrieving A Destination

    RETRIEVING A DESTINATION A destination is retrieved by selecting its one-touch key. Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: Address Entry Exposure Auto Send Settings Resolution 200X200dpi Address Review File Format Color Mode Auto/Grayscale File Special Modes Quick File Condition Settings AAA AAA Address Review...
  • Page 557: Checking And Deleting The Selected Destinations

    CHECKING AND DELETING THE SELECTED DESTINATIONS When multiple destinations have been selected, you can display and check the destinations. You can also delete a destination from the list (cancel selection of the destination). Condition Settings AAA AAA Address Review CCC CCC Address Entry EEE EEE Global...
  • Page 558: Using A Search Number To Retrievea Destination

    USING A SEARCH NUMBER TO RETRIEVE A DESTINATION A destination stored in the address book can be retrieved using the of the modes or in the address book screen. Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: Address Entry Exposure Auto Send Settings Resolution 200X200dpi...
  • Page 559: Entering An Address Manually

    ENTERING AN ADDRESS MANUALLY Scan to E-mail, Internet fax and data entry mode addresses can be manually entered. Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: Address Entry Exposure Auto Send Settings Resolution 200X200dpi Address Review File Format Color Mode Auto/Grayscale File Special Modes Quick File...
  • Page 560: Retrieving A Destination From Aglobal Address Book

    RETRIEVING A DESTINATION FROM A GLOBAL ADDRESS BOOK When a LDAP server is configured in the Web pages, you can look up an address in a global address book and retrieve the address for Scan to E-mail or Internet fax transmission (excluding Direct SMTP addresses). Condition Settings AAA AAA...
  • Page 561 Condition Settings Address Review XXX AAA Search Again XXX BBB XXX CCC Address Book XXX DDD XXX EEE XXX FFF • If 30 or more matches are found, a message will appear in the screen. Touch the [OK] key to close the message. Up to 300 matches can appear.
  • Page 562: Using The Resend Function

    USING THE RESEND FUNCTION The destinations of the most recent 8 transmissions by Scan to E-mail, Internet fax (including Direct SMTP addresses) and/or fax are stored. One of these can be selected to resend to that destination. Ready to send. Scan Internet Fax Address Book...
  • Page 563: Transmitting An Image

    TRANSMITTING AN IMAGE SENDING AN IMAGE IN SCAN MODE This section explains the basic procedure for transmission in scan mode (Scan to E-mail, Scan to FTP, Scan to Desktop, and Scan to Network Folder). When a default address is configured in "Default Address Setting" in the system settings (administrator), the mode cannot be changed, the destination cannot be changed, and destinations cannot be added.
  • Page 564: Specify The Destination

    Condition Settings AAA AAA BBB BBB Address Review CCC CCC DDD DDD Address Entry EEE EEE FFF FFF Global GGG GGG HHH HHH Address Search III III JJJ JJJ Freq. ABCD EFGH IJKL Auto Reception Sort Address Fax Memory:100% • After a one-touch key is touched, if the screen is changed without touching the [To] key, the destination is automatically specified.
  • Page 565 Scan/Original Scan Size 100% Send Size 8½x11 2-Sided 2-Sided Tablet Booklet • The placement orientation of the original is initially set to left, this step is not necessary. • The original size set in the system settings appears as the original size. Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK &...
  • Page 566 Place next original. (Pg.No.x) Press [Start]. When finished, press [Read-End]. Configure • If no action is taken for one minute after the confirmation screen appears, scanning automatically ends and the transmission is reserved. • The [Configure] key can be touched to change the exposure, resolution, scan size, and send size for each original page scanned.
  • Page 567: Changing The Subject, File Name, Reply-To, And Body Text

    CHANGING THE SUBJECT, FILE NAME, REPLY-TO, AND BODY TEXT The subject, file name, reply-to, and body text can be changed when performing a scan transmission. Preset items can be selected or text can be directly entered. • When performing Scan to FTP, Scan to Desktop, or Scan to Network Folder, only the file name is used. •...
  • Page 568 Send Settings Subject Sub: Schedule coordination meeting File Name Reply-To Body Text Add 'Reply to' to Cc Send Settings Subject Sub: Schedule coordination meeting File Name Material for planning meeting Reply-To Body Text Add 'Reply to' to Cc If user authentication is being used, the information of the user that logged in will be applied, and thus "Reply-To" cannot be changed.
  • Page 569 Send Settings Subject Sub: Schedule coordination meeting File Name Material for planning meeting Reply-To AAA AAA Body Text Add 'Reply to' to Cc Body Entry Thank you for your continuous support. We have attached scanned data, which you have requested. Pre-Set Select Edit •...
  • Page 570: Sending An Image In Usb Memory Mode

    SENDING AN IMAGE IN USB MEMORY MODE Follow the steps below to send a scanned image to a commercially available USB memory device that has been connected to the machine. This stores the file in the USB device. • Use a FAT32 USB memory with a capacity of no more than 32 GB. •...
  • Page 571 Scan Internet Fax Original Scan: 8½x11 File Name Exposure Auto Resolution 200X200dpi File Format Color Mode Auto/Grayscale Special Modes • When scanning to USB memory, there is no need to specify the destination. • If a destination of another mode has been previously specified, a message will appear when you change to USB memory mode indicating that the destination setting will be cleared.
  • Page 572 Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If the original is placed on the document glass, the [Read-End] key appears in the touch panel. If the original is only one page, go to step 7. To scan more pages, go to the next step. •...
  • Page 573 Do not disconnect the USB memory while "Processing data." or "Sending data." appears in the touch panel. • When transmission to USB memory is completed, "Sending data has been completed." is displayed. After a brief interval the message is cleared and the base screen of image send mode reappears. (The base screen of image send mode is the screen that appears when the [IMAGE SEND] key is touched.) •...
  • Page 574: Entering A File Name

    ENTERING A FILE NAME The file name can be directly entered when performing a scan transmission. • If the file name is not entered, the settings in the Web page are used. • For the procedure for entering text, see Touch the [File Name] key.
  • Page 575: Sending A Fax In Internet Fax Mode

    SENDING A FAX IN INTERNET FAX MODE The basic procedure for sending a fax in Internet fax mode is explained below. This procedure can also be used to perform direct transmission by Direct SMTP. When a default address is configured in "Default Address Setting" in the system settings (administrator), the mode cannot be changed, the destination cannot be changed, and destinations cannot be added.
  • Page 576 (1) (2) Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: 8½x11 Address Entry Exposure Auto Send Settings Resolution 200X100dpi Address Review File Format TIFF-F Special Modes File Quick File The current settings for [Original], [Exposure], [Resolution], and [File Format] are indicated at the right of each key. To change a setting, touch the appropriate key.
  • Page 577 Place next original. (Pg.No.x) Press [Start]. When finished, press [Read-End]. Configure • If no action is taken for one minute after the confirmation screen appears, scanning automatically ends and the transmission is reserved. • The [Configure] key can be touched to change the exposure, resolution, scan size, and send size for each original page scanned.
  • Page 578: Changing The Subject, File Name, And Body Text

    CHANGING THE SUBJECT, FILE NAME, AND BODY TEXT The subject, file name, and body text can be changed when performing an Internet fax transmission. Preset items can be selected or text can be directly entered. • If the subject and file name are not changed, the settings in the Web page are used. •...
  • Page 579 Send Settings Subject Sub: Schedule coordination meeting File Name Body Text Send Settings Subject Sub: Schedule coordination meeting File Name Material for planning meeting Body Text Body Entry Thank you for your continuous support. We have attached scanned data, which you have requested. Pre-Set Select Edit •...
  • Page 580 Send Settings Subject Sub: Schedule coordination meeting File Name Material for planning meeting Body Text Thank you for your continuous support. We have attached sca When storing pre-set text for the subject and file name in the Web pages, up to 80 characters can be entered. System Settings (Administrator): The Number of File Name/Subject/Body Keys Displayed Setting The setting for the number of subject keys and file name keys displayed in one screen can be changed to 6, 12, or 18.
  • Page 581: Sending The Same Image To Multiple Destinations (Broadcast Transmission)

    SENDING THE SAME IMAGE TO MULTIPLE DESTINATIONS (Broadcast Transmission) The same scanned image can be sent to multiple scan modes, Internet fax mode, and fax mode destinations in a single operation. Up to 500 destinations can be selected in one broadcast operation. Originals If you frequently use broadcasting to send images to the same group of destinations, it is convenient to store those destinations in a group key.
  • Page 582 Condition Settings BBB BBB AAA AAA Address Review CCC CCC DDD DDD Address Entry EEE EEE FFF FFF Global GGG GGG HHH HHH Address Search III III JJJ JJJ Freq. ABCD EFGH IJKL Auto Reception Sort Address Fax Memory:100% • To add Cc or Bcc recipients, select a recipient and touch the [Cc] key or the [Bcc] key. •...
  • Page 583 Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If you inserted the original pages in the document feeder tray, all pages are scanned. A beep will sound to indicate that scanning is finished. •...
  • Page 584: Broadcast Transmissions That Include Internet Fax Destinations

    BROADCAST TRANSMISSIONS THAT INCLUDE INTERNET FAX DESTINATIONS When a broadcast transmission includes both scan mode and Internet Fax mode destinations, the Internet Fax mode settings (original orientation and other various settings) are given priority. When performing this type of broadcast transmission, note the information below.
  • Page 585 Print Job Scan to Fax Job Address Start Time Pages Status Broadcast0001 10:00 04/01 010/003 NG000000 10:05 04/01 001/001 Send OK Broadcast0002 Broadcast0003 10:22 04/01 004/004 Send OK 10:30 04/01 010/010 Send OK DDD DDD "Broadcastxxxx" will appear as the address of the broadcast job key. The job control number that appeared in the touch panel when scanning ended appears in "xxxx".
  • Page 586: Sending An Internet Fax From Acomputer (Pc-I-Fax)

    SENDING AN INTERNET FAX FROM A COMPUTER (PC-I-Fax) A file on a computer can be sent via the machine as an Internet fax (PC-I-Fax function). Internet faxes are sent using the PC-I-Fax function in the same way as documents are printed. Select the PC-Fax driver as the printer driver for your computer and then select the Print command in the software application.
  • Page 587: Image Settings

    IMAGE SETTINGS Settings for scanning the original are selected in the base screen of each mode. The current state of each setting appears to the right of the key used to select the setting. Address Book Address Entry Send Settings Address Review [Original] key Touch this key to set the scan size, send size, and...
  • Page 588: Automatically Scanning Both Sides Of An Original (2-Sided Original)

    AUTOMATICALLY SCANNING BOTH SIDES OF AN ORIGINAL (2-Sided Original) The automatic document feeder can be used to automatically scan both sides of an original. 2-sided original Select the mode and display the image settings screen. (1) Touch the tab of the mode that you wish to use. (2) Touch the [Original] key.
  • Page 589: Specifying The Original Scan Size And Send Size

    SPECIFYING THE ORIGINAL SCAN SIZE AND SEND SIZE When the original is placed, the original size and the send size set in the system settings appear in the base screen as the original size and send size. In the above screen, the scan size (the original size) is 8-1/2" x 11" (A4) and the send size is auto. For example, if the scan size is 8-1/2"...
  • Page 590 Specifying the original scan size (by paper size) If the size of the placed original is different from the displayed original size or you wish to change the original size, you must touch the [Original] key and directly specify the original size. Place the original in the document feeder tray or on the document glass and follow the steps below.
  • Page 591 Specifying the original scan size (by numerical values) When scanning a non-standard size original such as a card, follow these steps to specify the original size. Select the mode and display the image settings screen. (1) Touch the tab of the mode that you wish to use. (2) Touch the [Original] key.
  • Page 592 (1), (2) Scan/Original Size Input 8½ When a number from 11-3/4" to 14" (298 mm to 356 mm) to the X (horizontal) dimension and a number from 1" to 3-7/8" (25 mm to 99 mm) to the Y (vertical) dimension are entered at the same time, an original cannot be scanned. Scan/Original Scan Size Send Size...
  • Page 593: Specifying The Send Size Of The Image

    Specifying the send size of the image Specify the send size as a paper size. If a send size bigger than the scan size is selected, the image will be enlarged. If a send size smaller than the scan size is selected, the image will be reduced. •...
  • Page 594 Scan/Original Scan Size 129% Send Size 8½x11 2-Sided 2-Sided Booklet Tablet The ratio used for reduction or enlargement of the original will appear between the "Scan Size" and the "Send Size". Specify the orientation in which the original is placed. (1) Touch the appropriate [Image Orientation] key.
  • Page 595: Changing The Exposure And Original Image Type

    CHANGING THE EXPOSURE AND ORIGINAL IMAGE TYPE The exposure and original image type can be set appropriately for the original to enable optimum scanning. Refer to the following tables to select appropriate settings. How to select the exposure Exposure Auto This setting automatically adjusts the exposure for light and dark parts of the original.
  • Page 596 Scan mode, USB memory mode, Data entry mode Scan/Exposure Auto Original Image Type Manual Text Prtd.Photo Printed Photo Moiré Reduction Internet fax mode Internet Fax/Exposure Auto Manual • In Internet fax mode, the original image type and moiré reduction cannot be selected. •...
  • Page 597: Changing The Resolution

    CHANGING THE RESOLUTION The resolution setting can be selected. Select the mode and display the image settings screen. (1) Touch the tab of the mode that you wish to use. (2) Touch the [Resolution] key. ☞ IMAGE SETTINGS (page 5-49) Scan mode, USB memory mode, Data entry mode Scan/Resolution 100X100dpi...
  • Page 598: How To Select The Resolution

    For normal text originals, 200X200dpi (200X100dpi in Internet fax mode) produces an image that is sufficiently legible. For photos and illustrations, a high resolution setting (600X600dpi, etc.) will produce a sharp image. However, a high resolution setting will result in a large file, and if the file is too large, transmission may not be possible. In this event, reduce the number of pages scanned or take other measures to decrease the file size.
  • Page 599 Scan/File Format File Type Compression Mode TIFF Encrypt PDF MH (G3) Programmed MMR (G4) (1-99) Specified Pages per File Scan/File Format File Type Compression Ratio TIFF Encrypt PDF Programmed JPEG (1-99) Specified Pages per File • The [Programmed] key does not appear in USB memory mode. •...
  • Page 600 Scan/File Format File Type Compression Ratio TIFF Encrypt PDF Programmed JPEG (1-99) Specified Pages per File • When a checkmark does not appear in the [Specified Pages per File] checkbox scanned pages. • When [Specified Pages per File] is selected, consecutive numbers are added to the created file names. •...
  • Page 601: Changing The Format (Internet Fax Mode)

    Changing the format (Internet fax mode) The file format for sending an Internet fax is normally set to [TIFF-F]. If the destination Internet fax machine does not support full mode (it only supports simple mode), follow the steps below to select [TIFF-S]. Switch to Internet fax mode and display the file format settings screen.
  • Page 602: Changing The Color Mode

    CHANGING THE COLOR MODE This procedure is used to change the color mode used to scan the original when the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key is pressed. This function cannot be used in Internet fax mode. Start key Mode Auto...
  • Page 603: Special Modes

    SPECIAL MODES This section explains special modes that can be used in scan send mode. SPECIAL MODES When the [Special Modes] key is touched in the base screen, the special modes menu screen appears. When the [OK] key is touched in the special modes screen, the selected settings are entered and the base screen reappears. ☞...
  • Page 604: Internet Fax Mode

    Internet fax mode The keys explained below can only be used in Internet fax mode. The other keys are the same as those explained in "Scan mode, USB memory mode, Data entry [Transaction Report] key ☞ CHANGING THE PRINT SETTINGS FOR THE TRANSACTION REPORT (Transaction Report) (page 5-83) Special modes can generally be combined with other special modes, however, there are some combinations that are not...
  • Page 605: Storing Scan Operations (Programs)

    STORING SCAN OPERATIONS (Programs) A destination, original settings, and functions can be stored in a program. When you wish to use those settings to send an image, they can be retrieved with ease. For example, suppose 8-1/2" x 11" (A4) size documents are scanned into a file and sent to each branch office once a month. (1) The same documents are sent to each branch office (2) Smudges on the edges of the documents are erased before transmission When a job program is not stored...
  • Page 606 Select the special modes. (1) Touch the [Special Modes] key. (2) Touch the [Program] key. ☞ SPECIAL MODES (page 5-65) Program Program 1 Program 2 Program 3 Program 4 Program 5 Program 6 Program 7 Program 8 Program 9 Program 10 Program 11 Program 12 Program:Program 1...
  • Page 607: Erasing Peripheral Shadows On The Image (Erase)

    ERASING PERIPHERAL SHADOWS ON THE IMAGE (Erase) The erase function is used to erase shadows on images produced when scanning thick originals or books. (This function does not detect shadows and will eliminate everything appearing in the erase area - including shadows, text and images.) Scanning a thick book Shadows appear here Erase modes...
  • Page 608 Scan/Special Modes Erase Edge Erase Side Erase Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If you inserted the original pages in the document feeder tray, all pages are scanned. A beep will sound to indicate that scanning is finished. •...
  • Page 609: Sending An Image At A Specified Time (Timer Transmission)

    SENDING AN IMAGE AT A SPECIFIED TIME (Timer Transmission) This function lets you specify a time at which a transmission or broadcast transmission will automatically take place. Transmission begins automatically at the specified time. Set a transmission to take place at 20:00 •...
  • Page 610 Scan/Special Modes Timer Day of the Week When this screen is opened, the setting will show the current time. If the time is not correct, press the [CLEAR ALL] key ) to cancel the operation. Correct the time in the system settings and then perform the timer transmission procedure. ☞...
  • Page 611: Scanning Both Sides Of A Card Ontoa Single Page (Card Shot)

    SCANNING BOTH SIDES OF A CARD ONTO A SINGLE PAGE (Card Shot) This function lets you send the front and reverse sides of a card as a single page, without the need to send each side separately. Originals Transmission Front Back •...
  • Page 612 Scan/Special Modes Card Shot (1 8 1/2) inch (1 8 1/2) inch • The send size will be selected automatically based on the entered original size. • After selecting Card Shot, you can touch the [Original] key in the base screen to change the original scan size or the send size.
  • Page 613 Place next original. (Pg.No.x) Press [Start]. When finished, press [Read-End]. Configure If you will continue scanning additional cards, you can touch the [Configure] key to change the exposure, resolution, scan size, and send size. The ratio cannot be specified and "Rotation Sending Setting" cannot be selected. To cancel Card Shot...
  • Page 614: Scanning Many Originals At Once (Job Build)

    SCANNING MANY ORIGINALS AT ONCE (Job Build) This function lets you separate an original consisting of numerous pages into sets, scan each set using the automatic document feeder, and transmit the pages in a single transmission. Use this function when the number of originals that you wish to scan exceeds the maximum number of sheets that can be inserted in the automatic document feeder at once.
  • Page 615 Scan/Special Modes Program Erase Card Shot Build Quick File File Suppress Background Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key to scan the first set of originals. If the destination is an Internet fax destination, press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. To cancel scanning...
  • Page 616: Scanning Thin Originals

    SCANNING THIN ORIGINALS (Slow Scan Mode) Use this function when you wish to scan thin originals using the automatic document feeder. This function helps prevent thin originals from misfeeding. When using USB memory mode, connect the USB memory device to the machine before performing the procedure below. If the originals are inserted with too much force, they may crumple and misfeed.
  • Page 617 Scan/Special Modes Program Erase Card Shot Build Quick File File Suppress Background Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. A beep will sound to indicate that scanning is finished. If the destination is an Internet fax destination, press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. To cancel scanning...
  • Page 618: Scanning Business Cards (Business Card Scan)

    SCANNING BUSINESS CARDS (Business Card Scan) Multiple business cards can be scanned and transmitted at once. To use this function, the business card feeder must be attached to the automatic document feeder and "Business Card Scan Option" must be enabled in the system settings (administrator). For the attachment procedure, see CARD FEEDER"...
  • Page 619: Whitening Faint Colors In The Image (Suppress Background)

    WHITENING FAINT COLORS IN THE IMAGE (Suppress Background) This feature is used to suppress light background areas. • This function cannot be used in Internet fax mode. • When using USB memory mode, connect the USB memory device to the machine before performing the procedure below. Place the original.
  • Page 620 Scan/Special Modes Suppress Background Light areas of the original may be suppressed as background. Press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If you inserted the original pages in the document feeder tray, all pages are scanned. A beep will sound to indicate that scanning is finished.
  • Page 621: Changing The Print Settings For The Transaction Report (Transaction Report)

    CHANGING THE PRINT SETTINGS FOR THE TRANSACTION REPORT (Transaction Report) A transaction report is automatically printed out to alert you when an Internet fax transmission fails or when a broadcast transmission is performed. The transaction report contains a description of the transmission (date, start time, name of other party, time required, number of pages, result, etc.).
  • Page 622 Press the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. Scanning begins. • If you inserted the original pages in the document feeder tray, all pages are scanned. A beep will sound to indicate that scanning is finished. • If you are scanning the original on the document glass, scan each page one page at a time. When scanning finishes, place the next original and press the [BLACK &...
  • Page 623: Checking The Status Of Transmission/Reception Jobs

    CHECKING THE STATUS OF TRANSMISSION/RECEPTION JOBS This section explains how to check the status of reserved transmission jobs and received Internet faxes. JOB STATUS SCREEN The job status screen is displayed when the [JOB STATUS] key on the operation panel is pressed. The job status screen shows the status of jobs by mode.
  • Page 624: Job Queue Screen And Completed Job Screen

    JOB QUEUE SCREEN AND COMPLETED JOB SCREEN The job status screen consists of two screens: the job queue screen that shows reserved jobs and the job currently in progress, and the completed jobs screen. To switch between the two screens, touch the job status screen selector key ((2) below).
  • Page 625 Job key display The following information is shown in the job queue keys and completed job keys that appear in the job status screen. Direct SMTP information is also included in Internet fax transmission/reception information. AAA AAA (1) (2) Displays the number (position) of the job in the job queue. When the job currently being transmitted is finished, the job moves up one position in the job queue.
  • Page 626 • Completed job Display Status "Send OK" Transmission was completed. "In Memory" An Internet fax has been received but has not yet been printed. "Received" A received Internet fax has been printed or deleted in the check image screen. "Forward OK" A received Internet fax has been forwarded.
  • Page 627: Operation When A Job In The Job Queue Is Completed

    OPERATION WHEN A JOB IN THE JOB QUEUE IS COMPLETED When a normal transmission job is completed, it moves to the completed jobs screen and "Send OK" appears in the status column. Received Internet faxes, timer transmission jobs, and forwarding jobs are handled in the job status screen as explained below.
  • Page 628: Checking Completed Jobs

    CHECKING COMPLETED JOBS You can check a list of the destinations, the destinations for which transmission failed, and other detailed information on completed jobs that used document filing function, broadcast transmission jobs, and received Internet fax forwarding jobs. Touch the key of the job for which you wish to display information in the completed jobs screen and touch the [Detail] key.
  • Page 629: Stopping A Scan Job Being Transmitted Or Waiting To Be Transmitted

    STOPPING A SCAN JOB BEING TRANSMITTED OR WAITING TO BE TRANSMITTED Follow the steps below to stop a job that is being transmitted or is waiting to be transmitted. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to Fax Job Address Set Time Pages Broadcast 10:00 04/01 020/003 Connecting...
  • Page 630: Giving Priority To A Scan Transmission Job

    GIVING PRIORITY TO A SCAN TRANSMISSION JOB When multiple jobs are waiting to be transmitted, the jobs are normally transmitted in the order they were reserved. If you need to give priority to a job and send it ahead of the other jobs, follow the steps below. JOB STATUS Print Job Scan to...
  • Page 631: Checking The Internet Fax Activity

    CHECKING THE INTERNET FAX ACTIVITY LOG (Image Sending Activity Report) IMAGE SENDING ACTIVITY REPORT You can have the machine print a log of recent image sending activity (date, name of other party, time required, result, etc.). The Image Sending Activity Report contains useful information such as the types of errors that occurred. The most recent 200 transactions are included in the report.
  • Page 632: Internet Fax Reception Functions

    INTERNET FAX RECEPTION FUNCTIONS This section explains the basic procedures for receiving Internet faxes. RECEIVING AN INTERNET FAX The Internet fax function periodically* connects to the mail server (POP3 server) and checks whether or not Internet faxes have been received. When faxes have been received, the faxes are automatically retrieved and printed. * The default setting is once every 5 minutes.
  • Page 633: Manually Receiving Internet Faxes

    MANUALLY RECEIVING INTERNET FAXES If the interval for checking for received faxes is somewhat long and you wish to check immediately, you can manually initiate reception. Touch the [I-Fax Manual Reception] key to connect to the mail server and retrieve received faxes. If POP3 server settings are not configured in the Web pages, the [I-Fax Manual Reception] key is grayed out to prevent selection.
  • Page 634: Printing A Password-Protected Fax (Hold Setting For Received Data Print)

    PRINTING A PASSWORD-PROTECTED FAX (Hold Setting For Received Data Print) "Hold Setting for Received Data Print" in the system settings (administrator) can be enabled to have faxes received to memory without being printed. To print the faxes, a password must be entered. When this function is enabled, a password entry screen appears in the touch panel when received Internet faxes are retrieved.
  • Page 635: Checking The Image Before Printing

    CHECKING THE IMAGE BEFORE PRINTING When "Received Data Image Check Setting" is enabled* in the system settings (administrator), you can check a received image in the touch panel before printing it out. When this function is enabled, follow the steps below to print a received image.
  • Page 636: Image Check Screen

    IMAGE CHECK SCREEN This section explains the image check screen. Image Check AAA AAA Information display This shows information on the displayed image. Preview image An image of the selected received image appears. If the image is cut off, use the scroll bars at the right and bottom of the screen to scroll the image.
  • Page 637: Forwarding Received Internet Faxes To A Network Address (Inbound Routing Settings)

    FORWARDING RECEIVED INTERNET FAXES TO A NETWORK ADDRESS (Inbound Routing Settings) Received Internet faxes can be automatically forwarded to an e-mail address, file server address, desktop address, or network folder address. When this function is enabled, you can also have received Internet faxes forwarded without printing them. The machine Received Internet fax When faxes forwarded using this function are printed at the forwarding destination, the date and time of reception cannot be...
  • Page 638 • A maximum of 500 sender numbers/addresses can be stored. • To delete an entered address, select the address in "Address to be Entered" and click the [Delete] button. SCANNER/INTERNET FAX Storing sender addresses. If you wish to have only faxes from specified addresses forwarded, store the desired sender addresses.
  • Page 639 • When selecting senders from the "Sender Number/Address Setting" list, you can use the [Shift] key or the [Ctrl] key on your keyboard to select multiple senders. • A maximum of 50 forwarding tables can be stored. • If you wish to select a group of addresses for the forwarding destination, you can only select a group that contains e-mail addresses only.
  • Page 640: Scanning From A Computer

    SCANNING FROM A COMPUTER (PC Scan Mode) BASIC SCANNING PROCEDURE You can install the scanner driver on your computer from the CD-ROM that accompanies the machine, and use a TWAIN* compliant application to scan an image using your computer. Scanning from your computer is most useful for scanning a single original such as a photo, particularly when you want to adjust scan settings as you scan.
  • Page 641 [Select Scanner] from the [File] menu. Select the scanner driver of the machine. (1) Select [SHARP MFP TWAIN V]. (2) Click the [Select] button. Select [Acquire Image] from the [File] menu. The scanner driver opens.
  • Page 642: Preview The Image

    • For further information on the scan settings, click the open scanner driver Help. • If the [Preview] button is clicked when scanning from the document feeder tray, only one original page will be scanned for the preview image. If you wish to include that original in the scan, return it to the document feeder tray. SCANNER/INTERNET FAX Preview the image.
  • Page 643: Select Scanning Settings While Viewing The Image

    • For further information on the scan settings, click the • If the originals are placed in the document feeder tray, only the top page will be previewed. The top page will be delivered to the original exit tray. Be sure to return the previewed page to the document feeder tray before previewing again or scanning.
  • Page 644: At The Machine

    [At the machine] This machine is in the PC scan mode. Do not remove the original. Scanner IP address:250.160.102.106 PC scan in progress. Finish PC scan mode? Touch the [Exit] key in the touch panel. Exit Touch the [Yes] key. 5-106 SCANNER/INTERNET FAX Contents...
  • Page 645: Metadata Delivery

    METADATA DELIVERY This section explains metadata delivery, which can be used when the application integration module kit is installed. METADATA DELIVERY (Data Entry) When the application integration module kit is installed and an image file is generated for a scan send transmission, metadata (data indicating the attributes of the image file and how it is to be processed) can be generated based on pre-stored information and transmitted as a separate file.
  • Page 646: Preparations For Metadata

    PREPARATIONS FOR METADATA TRANSMISSION SETTINGS REQUIRED IN THE WEB PAGES All settings related to metadata are configured in the Web pages. (Administrator rights are required.) To configure metadata settings, click [Application Settings] and then [Metadata Settings] in the Web page menu. When configuring settings, be sure to enable metadata transmission.
  • Page 647: Transmitting Metadata

    TRANSMITTING METADATA Follow the steps below to select a metadata set, enter each item, and perform metadata transmission. Scan Internet Fax Address Book Original Scan: Address Entry Exposure Auto Send Settings Resolution 200X200dpi Address Review File Format Color Mode Auto/Grayscale File Special Modes Quick File...
  • Page 648 Data Entry User ID Value 1 Value 2 Value 3 Value 4 Value 5 Value 6 Value 7 Value 8 Value 9 Value 10 Value 11 Value 12 • To change the number of keys displayed in the screen, touch the number of displayed items selector key. Select 6, 12, or 18 keys.
  • Page 649: Metadata Fields

    METADATA FIELDS The following three types of metadata are included in the XML file that is transmitted. • Data automatically generated by the machine: This data is always included in the XML file and is automatically stored • Previously defined fields: •...
  • Page 650 CHAPTER 6 DOCUMENT FILING This chapter provides detailed explanations of the procedures for using the document filing function. The document filing function allows you to save the document data of a copy or fax job, or the data of a print job, as a file on the machine's hard drive.
  • Page 651: Overview

    DOCUMENT FILING This section provides information that you should know before using the document filing function, including an overview of document filing, the features and functions of document filing, and points to keep in mind when using document filing. OVERVIEW The document filing function allows you to save the document image of a copy or image send job, or the data of a print job, as a file on the machine's hard drive.
  • Page 652: Uses Of Document Filing

    USES OF DOCUMENT FILING Quickly using a file Example: You prepared handouts consisting of numerous pages for a meeting, however, another handout is needed for a newly added participant. The handout was not saved using document filing Ratio, color mode, and special mode settings must be reselected.
  • Page 653: Before Using Document Filing

    BEFORE USING DOCUMENT FILING This section provides information that you should know before using the document filing function. Folders Three types of folders are used to store files by document filing. Quick File Folder Documents scanned using the [Quick File] key are stored in this folder. A user name and file name are automatically assigned to each job.
  • Page 654 Approximate number of pages and files that can be stored by document filing Combined total number of pages and total number of files that can be stored in custom folders and in the Main folder Examples of original types Full color original (Text and photo example)
  • Page 655: Automatic Deletion Of Files

    Automatic deletion of files You can have document filing data in specified folders automatically deleted at regular intervals by specifying the folders and the time. Periodic deletion of files stored in the machine helps to prevent the leaking of sensitive information and frees space on the hard drive.
  • Page 656: Important Points When Using Document Filing

    Do not store sensitive documents or documents that you do not want to be used by others. • Except in cases provided for by law, SHARP Corporation bears no responsibility for any damages that result from the leaking of sensitive information due to manipulation by a third party of any data saved using the Quick File function or File function, or incorrect operation of the Quick File function or File function by the operator that saves the data.
  • Page 657: Using Document Filing In Each Mode

    USING DOCUMENT FILING IN EACH MODE In copy or image send mode, the original can be saved as a file on the hard drive at the same time it is copied or transmitted. In addition, Scan to HDD can be used to save the scanned data of an original to the hard drive without copying or transmitting the data.
  • Page 658 Scan to HDD mode The scanned original is saved as an image file. Neither printing nor transmission are performed when Scan to HDD is used. DOCUMENT COPY IMAGE SEND FILING Ready to scan to HDD. Press [Start] to scan original. File Retrieve Scan to HDD HDD Status...
  • Page 659: Base Screen Of Document Filing

    BASE SCREEN OF DOCUMENT FILING MODE Touch the [DOCUMENT FILING] key in the touch panel to open the base screen of document filing mode. Files stored on the hard drive in the machine can be retrieved from this screen. When user authentication is used and My Folder is configured, the file selection screen of My Folder will appear. If the user that logged in does not have My Folder configured, the folder selection screen will appear.
  • Page 660: Saving Files With Document Filing

    SAVING FILES WITH DOCUMENT FILING This section explains how to save an original as an image file using the Quick File, File, and Scan to HDD functions of document filing mode. SAVING A FILE WITH "Quick File" When copying, printing or transmitting a document in copy mode, print mode, or image send mode (excluding USB memory scan mode), "Quick File"...
  • Page 661 Scanned data is automatically stored in the quick file folder. Do not store confidential data to the folder. To cancel Quick File... Touch the [Quick File] key in the screen of step 2 so that it is not highlighted after you touch the [OK] key. Select copy settings and then press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK &...
  • Page 662: Saving A File With "File

    SAVING A FILE WITH "File" When copying, printing or transmitting a document in copy mode, print mode, or image send mode (excluding USB memory scan mode), "File" can be selected to save an image of the document to the Main folder or a previously created custom folder.
  • Page 663 Select copy settings and then press the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key. • Copying begins and the scanned document image is saved to the hard drive. The selected copy settings are also saved. • For the procedure for placing the original, see step 4 of To cancel scanning...
  • Page 664: File Information

    FILE INFORMATION This section explains the settings that are configured in step 3 of a user name, file name, folder, and confidential setting makes it easier to manage and search for a file. In addition, when confidential is selected and a password is established, other people will not be able to view the file without permission. Specifying a user name File Information Confidential...
  • Page 665 Assigning a file name A file name can be assigned to the file. File Information Confidential Password User Name User Unknown File Name Copy_04042010_112030AM Stored to: Main Folder Specifying the folder File Information Confidential Password User Name Name 1 File Name file-01 Stored to: Main Folder...
  • Page 666: Storing A File As A Confidential File

    Storing a file as a confidential file A password can be set for the file to prevent others from viewing it. Set a password (5 to 8 digits) with the numeric keys. File Information Confidential Password User Name Name 1 File Name file-01 Stored to:...
  • Page 667: Saving A Document File Only

    SAVING A DOCUMENT FILE ONLY (Scan to HDD) Scan to HDD is used to store a scanned document in the Main folder or a custom folder. Neither printing nor transmission are performed. "Scan to HDD" SCREEN The following screen appears when the [Scan to HDD] tab is touched in document filing mode. Touch the keys below to select Scan to HDD settings.
  • Page 668 [Original] key When the [Original] key is touched, the following screen appears. This screen is used to change the original size and select scanning settings for 2-sided originals. Original (1) Touch the [Scan Size] key. If the original is a non-standard size that cannot be detected by auto original size detection, touch the [Scan Size] key and specify the original size. (2) Touch the [Store Size] key.
  • Page 669 [Color Mode] key Touch the [Color Mode] key to open the color mode setting screen for Scan to HDD. Color Mode The following settings can be selected for the scanning color when the [COLOR START] key or the [BLACK & WHITE START] key is pressed.
  • Page 670: Special Modes Screen For Scan To Hdd

    Special modes screen for Scan to HDD When the [Special Modes] key is touched, the following screen appears. For more information on each setting, see "SPECIAL MODES" (page 5-65) in "5. SCANNER / INTERNET FAX". Special Modes [Erase] key The erase function is used to erase shadow lines on images produced when scanning thick originals or books on the document glass.
  • Page 671: Performing "Scan To Hdd

    PERFORMING "Scan to HDD" DOCUMENT COPY IMAGE SEND FILING Ready to scan to HDD. Press [Start] to scan original. File Retrieve Scan to HDD HDD Status File Original Scan: Information Auto Exposure 200X200dpi Resolution Comp. Ratio Medium Auto Color Mode Special Modes If the original is 2-sided, be sure to touch the [Original] key and then touch the [2-Sided Booklet] key or the [2-Sided Tablet] key as appropriate for the original.
  • Page 672 When Scan to HDD is performed without appending file information, the following user name and file name are automatically assigned to the file. User Name: User Unknown File Name: Mode_Month-Day-Year_Hour-Minute-Second (Example: HDD_04042010_112030AM) Stored to: Main Folder When user authentication is used, the user name that was used for login is automatically selected. 6-23 DOCUMENT FILING Contents...
  • Page 673: Using Stored Files

    USING STORED FILES This section explains how to retrieve a file stored by document filing and print or transmit the file. SEQUENCE FOR USING A STORED FILE This section explains the basic procedure for retrieving and using a stored file. The screens and procedures differ depending on whether or not user authentication is enabled.
  • Page 674 Select the file that you wish to retrieve. File Retrieve Scan to HDD HDD Status Ex Data Access Search Main Folder File Name User Name Date file-01 Name 1 04/04/2010 file-02 Name 2 04/04/2010 file-03.tiff Name 3 04/04/2010 file-04 Name 4 04/04/2010 file-05.tiff Name 5...
  • Page 675: Folder And File Selection Screens

    FOLDER AND FILE SELECTION SCREENS To use a file stored by document filing, the folder and file must be selected. The folder selection screen and file selection screen are explained below. FOLDER SELECTION SCREEN Two different screens appear depending on whether or not user authentication is enabled on the machine. When user authentication is not enabled Folder Select Main Folder...
  • Page 676: File Selection Screen

    FILE SELECTION SCREEN The file selection screen of the Quick File folder, Main folder, and custom folders is explained below. The file selection screen can be displayed in "List screen" format or "Thumbnail screen" format. (To select the format, see "(5) [Switch Display] key" below.) This chapter assumes that the "List screen"...
  • Page 677 [Multi-File Print] key Touch this to select multiple files in a folder for printing. ☞ MULTI-FILE PRINTING (page 6-33) Sort Order / Display Items This can be used in the thumbnail screen. The order of display of the file thumbnails can be changed in "Sort Order".
  • Page 678: Selecting A File

    SELECTING A FILE This section explains how to select a file to be used. DOCUMENT COPY IMAGE SEND FILING File Retrieve Scan to HDD HDD Status Folder Select Main Folder Quick File Folder User 1 User 2 User 3 User 4 User 5 User 6 User 7...
  • Page 679: Job Settings Screen

    JOB SETTINGS SCREEN When a file key is touched, the following screen appears. Touch the key of the operation that you wish to perform and select settings. File Retrieve Scan to HDD HDD Status Ex Data Access Main Folder File Name User Name file-01 Name 1...
  • Page 680: Printing A Stored File

    PRINTING A STORED FILE A file stored using document filing can be retrieved and printed when needed. The settings used when the file was stored are also stored, and thus the file can be printed again using those settings. The file can also be modified before printing by changing the print settings.
  • Page 681: Print Settings Screen

    PRINT SETTINGS SCREEN [Paper Select] key Use this key to set the paper size. [Output] key Use this key to select Sort, Group or Staple Sort, and to select the output tray. [2-Sided] key Use this key to select the orientation of the image on the reverse side of the paper for 2-sided printing.
  • Page 682: Multi-File Printing

    MULTI-FILE PRINTING Multiple files in a folder can be selected for printing. Main Folder File Name User Name file-01 Name 1 file-02 Name 2 file-03 Name 3 file-04 Name 4 file-05 Name 5 All Files Switch Display Select All Multi-File Print File Name User Name file-01...
  • Page 683: Printing A Selected File

    (2) (3) Job Settings / Print Number of Selected Files: 5 Number of Prints (1 999) Apply the Number from Stored Setting of Each Job. Printing a selected file. The number of selected files appears in the number of selected Cancel files display.
  • Page 684: Batch Printing

    Batch printing All files in a folder that have the same user name and password can be printed at once. When the [Multi-File Print] key is touched, it changes into the [Batch Print] key. Select All Multi-File Print File Name User Name file-01 Name 1...
  • Page 685 Batch Print User 1/ All Files User Name Name 1 Password Delete the Print and Delete the Data Data Print and Save the Data Batch Print User 1/ All Files User Name Name 1 Password Delete the Print and Delete the Data Data Print and Save the Data Batch Print...
  • Page 686: Sending A Stored File

    SENDING A STORED FILE A file stored by document filing can be retrieved and transmitted whenever needed. The settings used when the file was stored are also stored, and thus the file can be transmitted using those settings. If needed, you can also change the transmission settings to modify the retrieved file.
  • Page 687: Send Settings Screen

    SEND SETTINGS SCREEN The keys that appear in the send settings are explained below. For more information on each of the settings, see SCREEN OF FAX MODE" (page 4-7) in "4. FACSIMILE" and INTERNET FAX". Example of scan mode Send mode tabs Touch the appropriate tab to select fax mode, scan mode, Internet fax mode, etc.
  • Page 688: Properties Of Stored Files

    PROPERTIES OF STORED FILES FILE PROPERTIES A protect setting can be selected for files saved with the document filing function. This prevents a file from being moved, or automatically or manually deleted. Three properties are available for saved files: [Sharing], [Protect], and [Confidential]. When saved with the [Sharing] property, a file is not protected.
  • Page 689 Restrictions on changing the property • A file that is set to "Sharing" can be changed to "Protect" or "Confidential". However, a "Sharing" file that is saved in the Quick File folder can only be changed to "Protect". • A file that is set to "Protect" can be changed to "Sharing" or "Confidential". However, a "Protect" file that is saved in the Quick File folder can only be changed to "Sharing".
  • Page 690: Moving A Stored File

    MOVING A STORED FILE Use this procedure to change the location of a file (move a file to a different folder). After selecting the desired file, follow the steps below. ☞ SELECTING A FILE (page 6-29) Job Settings file-01 Name 1 Select the job.
  • Page 691 Job Settings / Move file-01 Name 1 Select the folder the file is moved to. File Name file-01 Move to: User 2 A file whose property is "Protect" cannot be moved. To move a protected file, change its property to "Sharing" or "Confidential".
  • Page 692: Deleting A Stored File

    DELETING A STORED FILE Stored files that are no longer needed can be deleted. Select the file that you wish to delete and touch the [Delete] key. ☞ SELECTING A FILE (page 6-29) Job Settings file-01 Name 1 Select the job. Property Print Send...
  • Page 693: Checking An Image Of A Stored File

    CHECKING AN IMAGE OF A STORED FILE You can check an image of a file stored using document filing. Select the desired file and touch the [Image Check] key. ☞ SELECTING A FILE (page 6-29) Job Settings file-01 Name 1 Select the job.
  • Page 694: Image Check Screen

    IMAGE CHECK SCREEN This section explains the image check screen. Image Check file-01 Information display This shows information on the displayed image. Preview image This shows an image of the selected file. If the image is cut off, use the scroll bars at the right and bottom of the screen to scroll the image.
  • Page 695: Retrieving And Using A File From The Job Status Screen

    RETRIEVING AND USING A FILE FROM THE JOB STATUS SCREEN Files stored using File and Quick File appear as keys in the job status complete screen. This is convenient when you need to quickly print the saved data of a copy job or quickly send a saved fax to another destination.
  • Page 696: Searching For A Stored File

    SEARCHING FOR A STORED FILE When there are many stored files, it may take time to find a file. The search function of document filing mode can be used to find a file quickly. This section explains how to search for a file or folder on the machine's hard drive. Searching is possible even when you only know part of the file name or folder name.
  • Page 697 (B)(D) User Name Name 1 Name 3 Default User Name 5 Direct Entry Name 7 Name 9 Name 11 ABCD EFGH IJKL User Using the user name to search There are four ways to select the user name: Cancel (A) Touch the key of the user name. Name 2 The touched user name is highlighted.
  • Page 698 Search User Name Name 1 File or Folder Name file-01 Password • When you search using [File or Folder Name], custom folders that match the search characters will also appear in the list. When a folder key is touched, a list of the files in the folder appears. Touch the desired file in the list. •...
  • Page 699 Searching within a folder You can specify a folder to restrict the search range to that folder. To search within a specified folder, follow the steps below. DOCUMENT COPY IMAGE SEND FILING File Retrieve Scan to HDD HDD Status Folder Select Main Folder Quick File Folder User 1...
  • Page 700 (B)(D) User Name Name 1 Name 3 Default User Name 5 Direct Entry Name 7 Name 9 Name 11 ABCD EFGH IJKL User Using the user name to search There are four ways to select the user name: Cancel (A) Touch the key of the user name. Name 2 The touched user name is highlighted.
  • Page 701 Search User Name Name 1 File or Folder Name file-01 Password Search within Current Folder Start searching. (1) Touch the [Search within Current Folder] Cancel Start Search checkbox so that it is selected To search only files that are in the current folder, select the [Search within Current Folder] checkbox Use this method to search for a file in a confidential folder.
  • Page 702 CHAPTER 7 SYSTEM SETTINGS This chapter explains the system settings, which are used to configure a variety of parameters to suit the aims and needs of your workplace. The current selections that have been made for the settings can be viewed or printed out. To quickly check where a setting is located in the system settings menu, see "Accessing the System Settings (General)"...
  • Page 703 Storing/Calling of System Settings ... 7-92 Sharp OSA Settings ..... . . 7-93 SYSTEM SETTINGS FOR FAX System Settings for Fax (General) List .
  • Page 704: System Settings

    SYSTEM SETTINGS System Settings The system settings are used to configure a variety of parameters to suit the aims and needs of your workplace. The system settings are also used to display or print out the current settings and status of the machine. The system settings allow you to make the machine easier to use.
  • Page 705: Common Operation Methods

    Common Operation Methods This section explains special operation methods that are common to all system settings. Be sure to read this section, as the information is omitted in the explanations of some of the individual settings. Example: Address book screen Address Book Sort Address Add New...
  • Page 706: System Settings (General)

    SYSTEM SETTINGS (GENERAL) This section describes the system settings that can be configured by general users of the machine. Accessing the System Settings (General) JOB STATUS SYSTEM SETTINGS READY PRINT DATA LINE IMAGE SEND DATA LOGOUT HOME System Settings Total Count Default Settings Paper Tray Address Control...
  • Page 707: System Settings (General) List

    System Settings (General) List When the system settings are accessed with general rights, the following items appear. For items that can only be accessed with administrator rights, see • Depending on the machine specifications and peripheral devices installed, it may not be possible to use some settings. •...
  • Page 708 Paper Tray Settings Item ■ Paper Tray Settings ● Tray Settings Tray 1 Tray 2* Tray 3* Tray 4* Bypass Select Similar Sizes for Auto Detection ● Paper Type Registration ● Auto Tray Switching ● Custom Size Registration (Bypass) * When a 500-sheet paper feed unit is installed. Address Control Item ■...
  • Page 709 Printer Condition Settings Item ■ Printer Condition Settings ● Printer Default Settings Copies Orientation Default Paper Size Default Paper Type Initial Resolution Setting Disable Blank Page Print Line Thickness 2-Sided Print Color Mode N-Up Print Fit To Page Output Print per Unit Staple* Quick File ●...
  • Page 710 Document Filing Control Item ■ Document Filing Control USB-Device Check Item ■ USB-Device Check User Control Item ■ User Control* ● Modify User Information * When user authentication is enabled and the logged-in user does not have the authority to configure the system settings (administrator) (excluding factory default users).
  • Page 711: Total Count

    Total Count This function shows the page count in each mode. Touch the [Total Count] key. Job Count This displays or prints out the counts of all jobs. • Each sheet of paper used for automatic two-sided copying is counted as two pages. •...
  • Page 712: Default Settings

    Default Settings The default settings for operation of the machine can be configured. Touch the [Default Settings] key and select the settings. Clock Adjust Use this to set the date and time in the machine's built-in clock. Set the time. Item Specify Time Zone Date&Time Settings...
  • Page 713: Keyboard Select

    Keyboard Select The layout of the keyboard that appears in text entry screens can be changed. The keyboard layouts that can be selected are shown below. English (US) English (UK) Norwegian Finnish List Print (User) Lists showing the settings and information stored in the machine can be printed. Touch the [List Print (User)] key and select the settings.
  • Page 714: Paper Tray Settings

    Paper Tray Settings Paper tray and paper type settings are explained in this section. Touch the [Paper Tray Settings] key to configure the settings. Tray Settings These settings specify the paper type, paper size, and functions allowed for each paper tray. When the [Tray Settings] key is touched, a list appears showing the trays and the current settings.
  • Page 715 Tray Settings Paper Tray Paper Type Tray 1 Plain, Pre-Printed, Recycled, Letter Head, Pre-Punched, Color, Tray 2* User Type Tray 3* Tray 4* In addition to the paper types of trays 1 to 4, Heavy Paper* Thin Paper, Glossy Paper Bypass Labels Transparency...
  • Page 716: Paper Type Registration

    Paper Type Registration Store a paper type when the desired paper type does not appear as a selection or when you wish to create a new set of paper properties. Up to 7 paper types can be stored. Item Type Name Fixed Paper Side Disable Duplex Disable Staple...
  • Page 717: Address Control

    Address Control Address Control is used to store, edit, and delete one-touch keys, group keys, program keys, and custom indexes. Touch the [Address Control] key to configure the settings. • The settings that can be selected vary depending on the peripheral devices installed. •...
  • Page 718 Settings Item Items stored in all modes Address Type Search Number Address Name Initial Key Name Custom Index Register this Address to be added to the [Frequent Use] index. Items appearing when an e-mail address is stored E-mail Address File Format Description Select the type of address to be stored in the address book.
  • Page 719: Custom Index

    Item Items appearing when an Internet fax address is stored I-Fax Address File Format Request Internet Fax Reception Report Items appearing when a Direct SMTP address is stored • Direct SMTP Address • Add Hostname or IP Address. • Hostname or IP Address File Format Items appearing when a group is stored Address...
  • Page 720: Program

    Program If you frequently use the same settings and/or functions to transmit to the same destination or destinations, the settings and destinations can be stored in a program. This allows the settings and destinations to be selected by simply selecting the program.
  • Page 721: Fax Data Receive/Forward

    Fax Data Receive/Forward This section explains settings for reception and forwarding. Touch the [Fax Data Receive/Forward] key and configure the settings. For explanations of settings related to the fax function, see I-Fax Settings These settings can be configured when the Internet fax expansion kit is installed. Reception Start Touch this key to immediately connect to your mail server (POP3 server) and check for received Internet faxes.
  • Page 722: Printer Condition Settings

    Printer Condition Settings The Printer Condition Settings are used to configure basic printer settings and settings for printing from a DOS application. To configure the settings, touch the [Printer Condition Settings] key. Printer Default Settings The default settings are used to set advanced print conditions for printing in an environment where the print driver is not used (such as printing from MS-DOS or from a computer that does not have the provided print driver installed).
  • Page 723: Pcl Settings

    Item Print per Unit Output Staple Quick File *1 This setting is used to adjust the line width of vector graphics (black & white printing only). Except for CAD and other specialized uses, there is normally no need to change this setting. When "0" is selected, all lines are printed at a width of 1 dot.
  • Page 724: Postscript Setting

    PostScript Setting When an error occurs during PostScript printing, these settings determine whether or not an error notice is printed and whether or not the PostScript data is received in binary format. Settings Item Print PS Error Binary Processing Description When a PS (PostScript) error •...
  • Page 725: Document Filing Control

    Document Filing Control Document Filing Control is used to create, edit, and delete custom folders for document filing. Touch the [Document Filing Control] key to configure the settings. When the [Document Filing Control] key is touched, the following screen will appear. •...
  • Page 726: Usb-Device Check

    USB-Device Check This lets you check the connection when a USB device is connected to the machine. Touch the [USB-Device Check] key to check the connection. The status of a USB device that is not compatible with the machine will not appear. User Control This section explains settings for user control.
  • Page 727: System Settings (Administrator)

    SYSTEM SETTINGS (ADMINISTRATOR) This section explains the system settings that are configured by the administrator of the machine. Accessing the System Settings (Administrator) To access the system settings (administrator), the administrator must log in as explained below. When User Authentication is not Enabled When "User Authentication Setting"...
  • Page 728: When User Authentication Is Enabled

    When User Authentication is Enabled When "User Authentication Setting" (page 7-45) is enabled, follow the procedure below to log in. When auto login is enabled, the login screen will not appear. When user authentication is by login name and password (and e-mail address) Administrator login is performed in the user selection screen.
  • Page 729 Login by user number User Authentication • In addition to login by touching the [Admin Login] key, the system settings (administrator) can also be accessed when login is performed by selecting a user with administrator rights from the user list or by entering a user number with administrator rights.
  • Page 730: System Settings (Administrator) List

    System Settings (Administrator) List The system settings that appear following administrator login are shown below. The default setting for each item is also shown. • Depending on the machine specifications and peripheral devices installed, it may not be possible to use some settings. •...
  • Page 731 Energy save Item ■ Energy Save ● Toner Save Mode Print Copy ● Auto Power Shut-Off ● Auto Power Shut-Off Timer ● Preheat Mode Setting Operation Settings Item ■ Operation Settings ● Other Settings Keys Touch Sound Key Touch Sound at Initial Point Auto Clear Setting Cancel Auto Clear Timer Message Time Setting...
  • Page 732 Item Scan Customize 1 Customize 2 Customize 3 Internet Fax* (Same as Scan) Fax* (Same as Scan) USB Memory Scan Customize 1 Customize 2 Customize 3 Data Entry* (Same as Scan) ● Home Screen Settings* ● Preview Setting Default Preview Display Image Send Doc.
  • Page 733 Device Control Item ■ Device Control ● Other Settings AB/Inch Type Setting Default Original Size Settings Original Feeding Mode Auto Paper Selection Setting Detect Standard in Auto Color Mode Registration Adjustment Optimization of a Hard Disk Clear All Job Log Data ●...
  • Page 734 Copy Function Settings Item ■ Copy Function Settings ● Initial Status Settings Color Mode Paper Tray Exposure Type Copy Ratio 2-Sided Copy Output ● Other Settings Copy Exposure Adjustment Color Black & White Add or Change Extra Preset Ratios Setting a Maximum Number of Copies Initial Margin Shift Setting Side 1 Side 2...
  • Page 735 Network Settings Item ■ Network Settings ● IPv4 Settings ● IPv6 Settings ● Enable TCP/IP ● Enable NetWare ● Enable EtherTalk ● Enable NetBEUI ● Reset the NIC ● Ping Command Printer Settings Item ■ Printer Settings ● Default Settings Prohibit Notice Page Printing Prohibit Test Page Printing A4/Letter Size Auto Change...
  • Page 736: Image Send Settings

    Image Send Settings Item ■ Image Send Settings ● Operation Settings Other Settings Default Display Settings • Hold settings for a while after scanning has been completed • Switch Automatically to Copy Mode Screen Address Book Default Selection Initial Resolution Setting •...
  • Page 737 Item Settings to Disable Registration Disable Registering Destination from Operation Panel Disable Registering Destination on Web Disable Registration of Program Disable Registration of Memory Box Disable Destination Registration Using Global Address Search* Disable Registration Using Network Scanner Settings to Disable Transmission Disable [Resend] on Image Send Mode Disable Selection From Address Book Disable Direct Entry...
  • Page 738 Item Compression Mode at Broadcasting • Black & White • Color/Grayscale Maximum Size of E-mail Attachments (E-mail) Maximum Size of Data Attachments (FTP/Desktop/Network Folder) Bcc Setting • Enable Bcc • Display Bcc Address on the Job Status Screen Disable Scan Function •...
  • Page 739 Item I-Fax Send Settings I-Fax Reception Report On/Off Setting I-Fax Reception Report Request Timeout Setting Number of Resend Times at Reception Error Maximum Size of E-mail Attachments Rotation Sending Setting Printing Page Number at Receiver Recall in Case of Line Busy Recall in Case of Communication Error I-Fax Receive Settings Auto Receive Reduce Setting...
  • Page 740: Document Filing Settings

    Document Filing Settings Item ■ Document Filing Settings ● Other Settings Default Mode Settings Sort Method Setting Administrator Authority Setting Delete File Delete Folder Change Password Delete All Quick Files Delete Delete quick files at power up (protected files excluded) Default Color Mode Settings Color Black &...
  • Page 741 Item ● Document Output Options Print Copy Print Scan Send Internet Fax Send (Incl. PC-I-Fax)* Fax Send (Incl. PC-Fax)* Scan to HDD Scan Send Copy Scan Send Internet Fax Send (Incl. PC-I-Fax)* Fax Send (Incl. PC-Fax)* Scan to HDD Internet Fax Send* Copy Scan Send Internet Fax Send (Incl.
  • Page 742 List Print (Administrator) Item ■ List Print (Administrator) ● Administrator Settings List ● Image Sending Activity Report ● Data Receive/Forward List ● Web Settings List* ● Metadata Set List* *1 When network connection is enabled. *2 When the application integration module is installed. Security Settings Item ■...
  • Page 743 Enable/Disable Settings Item ■ Enable/Disable Settings ● Printer Condition Settings Disable Blank Page Print ● User Control Disabling of Printing by Invalid User ● Operation Settings Cancel Auto Clear Timer Disabling of Job Priority Operation Disabling of Bypass Printing Disable Auto Key Repeat Disabling of Clock Adjustment ●...
  • Page 744 Item ● Image Send Settings Other Disabling Disable Switching of Display Order Disable Scan Function • PC Scan • USB Memory Scan Settings to Disable Registration Disable Registering Destination from Operation Panel Disable Registering Destination on Web Disable Registration of Program Disable Registration of Memory Box Disable Destination Registration Using Global Address Search*...
  • Page 745 Storing/Calling of System Settings Item ■ Storing/Calling of System Settings ● Restore Factory Defaults ● Store Current Configuration ● Restore Configuration Sharp OSA Settings Item ■ Sharp OSA Settings ● External Account Setting* External Account Control Enable Authentication by External Server ●...
  • Page 746: User Control

    User Control User Control is used to configure settings for user authentication. Touch the [User Control] key to configure the settings. User Authentication Setting These settings enable or disable user authentication and specify the authentication method. When user authentication is enabled, each user of the machine is registered. When a user logs in, settings for that user are applied.
  • Page 747: Other Settings

    Other Settings Actions when the Limit of Pages for Output Jobs This setting determines whether or not a job will be completed if the page limit is reached while the job is in progress. The following selections are available. • Job is Stopped when the Limit of Pages is Reached •...
  • Page 748: User List

    User List This is used to store, edit, and delete users when user authentication is enabled. When the [User List] key is touched, the following screen appears. • [Add New] key Use this to add a new user. • [Delete All Users] key Use this to delete all stored users.
  • Page 749 Settings Item Store the name of the user (max. 32 characters). This user name is used as the key name in User Name the login screen, the document filing user name, and the sender name. (The user name must be unique.) Apply User Name to Log-in Touch this key to enter the user name in the login name.
  • Page 750: Page Limit Group List

    Page Limit Group List This is used to store groups of Account Limit Settings. The page limits for each user are specified by selecting one of these stored groups when the user is stored. When the [Page Limit Group List] key is touched, the following screen appears. •...
  • Page 751: Authority Group List

    Authority Group List Use this to store groups of user authority settings. The authority of each user is specified by selecting one of these stored groups when the user is stored. When the [Authority Group List] key is touched, the following screen appears. •...
  • Page 752 List of settings and factory default settings of template groups Item Group Name Select the Group Name to be the Registration Model Copy Color Mode Approval Setting Special Modes Usage Network Folder Pull Print Printer Color Mode Approval Setting USB Memory Direct Print FTP Pull Print Image Send Approval Settings for Each Mode...
  • Page 753 Item Prints (Document Filing) • Color Mode Approval Setting • Special Modes Usage • Document Filing Image Check Common Functions Approval Settings for 2-Sided Print Output Approval Settings MFP Settings System Settings Operational Authority System Settings* Web Settings Operational Authority Display of Device/Network Status Power Reset Machine Identification...
  • Page 754: Favorite Operation Group List

    Favorite Operation Group List This is used to store favorite operation groups and home screens. This setting can only be configured in the Web pages. It cannot be configured in the touch panel of the machine. Favorite Operation Group Registration Sets of preferred settings can be configured and registered as groups.
  • Page 755: Home Screen List

    Home Screen List Home screen settings must be previously stored. Select a home screen when storing a favorite operation group. Settings Item Home Screen Name Enter a maximum of 32 characters for the home screen name. Select the Home Screen to be Select one of the previously stored home screens as a template for the new home screen.
  • Page 756: User Count

    User Count This displays the total number of pages printed by each user. When the [User Count] key is touched, the following screen appears. • [Select All Users] key This selects all users. • [Show] key This shows the counts of the selected user. •...
  • Page 757: Resetting User Counts

    Resetting user counts Select a user in the setting screen and touch the [Reset] key. A count reset screen for that user will appear. The reset screen will vary depending on whether a single user or multiple users were selected. The items displayed in each case are described in the table below.
  • Page 758: Energy Save

    Energy Save The Energy Save settings help reduce power costs. From an environmental perspective, these settings also help reduce pollution and conserve natural resources. Touch the [Energy Save] key to configure the settings. Toner Save Mode You can reduce the amount of toner used for printing. Print Print example data...
  • Page 759: Operation Settings

    Operation Settings Settings related to machine operation can be configured. Touch the [Operation Settings] key to configure the settings. Other Settings Keys Touch Sound This setting is used to adjust (or turn off) the volume of the beep that sounds when you touch a key. You can also have three beeps sound at initial values when setting the ratio in copy mode or when adjusting the exposure in any mode.
  • Page 760: Mfp Display Pattern Setting

    MFP Display Pattern Setting One of six color patterns can be selected for the color pattern in the touch panel. A sample of the selected pattern can be viewed. Customize Key Setting Short-cuts to functions that are frequently used can be displayed in the base screen of each mode. For information on customize keys, see the chapters for each function.
  • Page 761: Preview Setting

    Preview Setting Configure settings for the preview screen that can be used for fax/image send and document filing. Default Preview Display Set the display zoom ratio of the preview screen for fax/image send and document filing. Received Data Image Check Setting Select whether or not a preview of received faxes and Internet faxes is shown.
  • Page 762: Device Control

    Device Control These settings control devices installed on the machine. Touch the [Device Control] key to configure the settings. Other Settings AB/Inch Type Setting The numbers and units of the default settings and input ranges that appear in the setting screens can be switched between inches and AB sizes.
  • Page 763: Optimization Of A Hard Disk

    Optimization of a Hard Disk This function optimizes the hard drive of the machine by defragmenting data. If a job is in progress, a message will appear and optimization will not begin until the job is finished. During optimization, the following operations are not possible: •...
  • Page 764: Disabling Of Document Feeder

    This function is only for use as an emergency measure. Once this setting is enabled, only a service technician can cancel the setting. Promptly contact your dealer or nearest SHARP service department to have a service technician cancel the setting and resolve the color-related problem.
  • Page 765: Copy Function Settings

    Copy Function Settings The following settings are related to copying. Touch the [Copy Function Settings] key to configure the settings. Default settings selected with these settings apply to all functions of the machine (not just the copy function). Initial Status Settings The copier settings are reset when the [POWER] key ( when the auto clear interval has elapsed.
  • Page 766: Other Settings

    Other Settings Copy Exposure Adjustment This is used to adjust the exposure level when [Auto] is used for the copy exposure. Color Use this to set the copy exposure level in color mode for the document glass and for the automatic document feeder. Black &...
  • Page 767: Color Quick Scan From Document Glass

    Auto Selection of Paper Tray that was Last Loaded When this setting is enabled and the machine is on standby in copy mode, the last paper tray that was loaded with paper automatically becomes the default paper tray for copy mode, until the machine is reset. Color 600dpi x 600dpi Scanning Mode for Document Feeder The resolution for copying in color using the automatic...
  • Page 768: Color Adjustments

    Color Adjustments The following color settings can be configured. Initial Color Balance Setting Color balance values obtained using "Color Balance" in the special modes can be stored in a program (1 to 48), and those values can be retrieved and stored as the initial color balance setting.* Use this feature when you want to repeatedly use a color balance setting for a favorite color or for correction when a change occurs in...
  • Page 769: Network Settings

    Network Settings Network settings are described below. Touch the [Network Settings] key to configure the settings. When settings are changed, the changes will take effect after the machine is restarted. To restart the machine see "TURNING THE POWER ON AND IPv4 Settings When using the machine on a TCP/IP (IPv4) network, use this setting to configure the IP address of the machine.
  • Page 770: Printer Settings

    Printer Settings Settings related to the printer function can be configured. Touch the [Printer Settings] key to configure the settings. Default Settings Printer condition settings are described below. Prohibit Notice Page Printing This setting is used to disable printing of notice pages. A notice page is printed when printing cannot be executed as specified due to insufficient memory or other reason.
  • Page 771: Interface Settings

    Interface Settings These settings are used to control and monitor data transmitted to the USB port or network port of the machine. Hexadecimal Dump Mode This function is used to print the print data from a computer in hexadecimal format together with the corresponding ASCII text.
  • Page 772: Auto Color Calibration

    Auto Color Calibration This is used to perform automatic color correction when the color copy or print output appears to contain the incorrect colors throughout the document. The machine prints a test patch, the test patch is scanned, and the color is automatically corrected.
  • Page 773: Image Send Settings

    Image Send Settings Settings related to the image send function (scan, Internet fax, etc.) can be configured. Touch the [Image Send Settings] key to configure the settings. For explanations of settings related to the fax function, see Operation Settings The operation settings below apply to all image send functions. Other Settings Default Display Settings You can select one of 5 base screen types for the base screen...
  • Page 774: Erase Width Adjustment

    Must Input Next Address Key at Broadcast Setting This setting is used to require that the [Next Address] key be touched before the next address is entered when performing a broadcast transmission. When this setting is enabled, the [Next Address] key cannot be omitted even if the next address is entered with a one-touch key.
  • Page 775: Disable Registration Of Program

    Disable Registration of Program This prohibits the use of the address book when a program is stored. Configure the setting for each of the following items: • E-mail • FTP • Desktop • Network Folder • Internet Fax (Including Direct SMTP) •...
  • Page 776 SYSTEM SETTINGS Own Name and Destination Set Use this setting to enter the Internet fax address, fax number of the machine and the name of the user. Sender Data Registration Use this to store the sender name for fax and Internet fax, the sender number for fax, and the sender address for Internet fax.
  • Page 777: Scan Settings

    Scan Settings Settings related to scanning can be configured. Other Settings Default Sender Set The information stored here is used if you do not specify [Reply-To] in the send settings when performing Scan to E-mail. Sender Name Enter a default sender name (maximum of 20 characters).
  • Page 778: Default Address Setting

    Maximum Size of E-mail Attachments (E-mail) To prevent the transmission of excessively large image files by Scan to E-mail, a file size limit can be set from 1 MB to 10 MB in increments of 1 MB. If the total size of the image files created by scanning the original exceeds the limit, the image files are discarded.
  • Page 779: I-Fax Settings

    I-Fax Settings These settings can be configured when the Internet fax expansion kit is installed. I-Fax Default Settings These settings are used to configure the default settings for Internet fax. Auto Wake Up Print When the [POWER] key ( ) is "off" (but the main power switch is "on") and an Internet fax is received, this function activates the machine and prints the fax.
  • Page 780: Activity Report Print Select Setting

    Activity Report Print Select Setting This is used to have the Image Sending Activity Report stored in the machine's memory automatically print at specified times. The Image Sending Activity Report can be set to automatically print each time the number of transactions reaches 201, and it can also be set to automatically print at a specified time (once a day only).
  • Page 781: Rotation Sending Setting

    Rotation Sending Setting When transmitting an image that is one of the following sizes, this function rotates the image counterclockwise 90 degrees. (The setting can be configured separately for each size.) 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", B5, A5 Printing Page Number at Receiver When the transmitted image is printed by the receiving machine, the page number can be added to the top of each printed page.
  • Page 782: Pop3 Communication Timeout Setting

    Receiving Date & Time Print Enable this setting to have the date and time of reception printed. Select [Inside the Received Image] or [Outside the Received Image] for the position where the date and time is printed. When [Inside the Received Image] is selected, the date and time of reception is printed on the received image.
  • Page 783: Document Filing Settings

    Document Filing Settings Document filing settings are described below. Touch the [Document Filing Settings] key to configure the settings. Other Settings Default Mode Settings This is used to specify which mode, Sharing or Confidential, is used as the default mode when storing a file.
  • Page 784: Batch Print Settings

    SYSTEM SETTINGS Color Data Compression Ratio Setting [Low], [Medium], or [High] can be selected for the default compression ratio for transmission of a stored color file. Scan Complete Sound Setting This setting adjusts the volume of the beep that sounds when scanning ends.
  • Page 785: Document Output Options

    Document Output Options The use of a stored file can be allowed or prohibited by operation type and by the mode from which the file was stored. The items that appear will vary depending on the functions that have been added to the machine. Item Print For each mode, select whether or not printing of stored files is allowed.
  • Page 786: List Print (Administrator)

    List Print (Administrator) This is used to print lists and reports that are only for use by the administrator of the machine. Touch the [List Print (Administrator)] key to configure the settings. Administrator Settings List Lists of the administrator settings for the following modes can be printed.
  • Page 787: Security Settings

    Security Settings The following settings are related to security. Touch the [Security Settings] key to configure the settings. SSL Settings SSL can be used for data transmission over a network. SSL is a protocol that enables the encryption of information communicated over a network. Encrypting data makes it possible to transmit and receive sensitive information safely.
  • Page 788: Enable/Disable Settings

    This function is only for use as an emergency measure. Once this setting is enabled, only a service technician can cancel the setting. Promptly contact your dealer or nearest SHARP service department to have a service technician cancel the setting and resolve the color-related problem.
  • Page 789: Other Disabling

    Copy Function Settings Disabling Deletion of Job Programs This is used to prohibit the deletion and changing of copy settings stored in job programs. Disabling of Bypass-Tray in Duplex Copy This is used to prohibit the use of the bypass tray when making two-sided copies.
  • Page 790 Disable Registering Destination on Web Page (When network connection is enabled.) This disables address control from the Web pages. • Group (Direct Entry) • Group (Address Book) • Individual Select All: Select all items. Clear Checked: Clear all selections. Disable Registration of Program This prohibits the use of the address book when a program is stored.
  • Page 791: Change Administrator Password

    Change Administrator Password This is used to change the administrator password. Touch the [Change Administrator Password] key to change the password. When changing the password, be sure to remember the new password. It is recommended that you periodically change the administrator password. Password Enter the new administrator password (5 to 32 characters).
  • Page 792: Data Backup

    • This function cannot be used while the system settings are in use, while a job is being executed, or when there is a reserved job. • For machines for which data can be imported, contact your SHARP dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department. Storage Backup...
  • Page 793: Restore Factory Defaults

    Storing/Calling of System Settings The current system settings can be stored, previously stored system settings can be retrieved, and the factory default system settings can be restored. Touch the [Storing/Calling of System Settings] key to configure the settings. Restore Factory Defaults This is used to return the system settings to the factory default settings.
  • Page 794: Sharp Osa Settings

    "TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF" (page 1-14) in "1. BEFORE USING THE MACHINE ". Animation Play Speed Setting Set the playing speed of the animation in the Sharp OSA application. The following settings can be configured. • Standard • High When "High"...
  • Page 795: System Settings For Fax

    SYSTEM SETTINGS FOR FAX This section explains system settings that are specifically for the fax function. The system settings for the fax function can only be configured when the facsimile expansion kit is installed. System Settings for Fax (General) List When the system settings for fax are accessed with general rights, the following items appear.
  • Page 796: Address Control

    Address Control Address Book This section explains items specifically used for fax in "Address Control". For items that are also used for other functions, see "Address Control" (page 7-16). When the [Address Book] key is touched, the following screen appears. •...
  • Page 797 Settings Item General items stored Address Type Search Number Address Name Initial Key Name Custom Index Register this Address to be added to the [Frequent Use] index. Fax Number Transmission Mode Description Select the type of address to be stored in the address book. In this case, select [Fax].
  • Page 798: Editing And Deleting A Memory Box

    F-Code Memory Box This section explains how to store memory boxes for various types of F-code communication. When the [F-Code Memory Box] key is touched, the following screen appears. • [Add New] key Use this to add a new memory box. Storing a memory box Touch the [Add New] key in the above screen to open a registration screen.
  • Page 799 • [ ] and [#] cannot be used in a sub-address. • Do not forget the Print PIN. In the event that you forget the Print PIN or need to verify the Print PIN, contact your SHARP dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department.
  • Page 800: Fax Data Receive/Forward

    Fax Data Receive/Forward This section explains settings for reception and forwarding. Fax Settings The following items appear when the "Fax Settings" are configured. Item Receive Setting Multiple Set Print Staple Forward Received Data • If some pages of a fax that is being forwarded were successfully printed, only those pages that were not printed will be forwarded.
  • Page 801: System Settings For Fax (Administrator) List

    System Settings for Fax (Administrator) List When the system settings for fax are accessed with administrator rights, the following items appear. For information on the general settings, see "System Settings for Fax (General) • For the procedure for using the system settings (administrator), see 7-26).
  • Page 802 Item Transaction Report Print Select Setting • Single Sending • Broadcasting • Receiving • Confidential Reception Activity Report Print Select Setting • Auto Print at Memory Full • Print Daily at Designated Time Distinctive Ring Detection Fax Send Settings Rotation Sending Setting Quick On Line Sending Printing Page Number at Receiver Date/Own Number Print Position Setting...
  • Page 803: Image Send Settings

    Image Send Settings Settings related to the image send function (scan, Internet fax, etc.) can be configured. Touch the [Image Send Settings] key to configure the settings. Fax Settings Fax Default Settings The fax settings can be enabled or disabled to suit the needs of your workplace.
  • Page 804: Distinctive Ring Detection

    Original Print on Transaction Report When a transaction report is printed for a memory transmission, this is used to print part of the first page of the transmitted original on the transaction report. Select one of the settings below. • Print Out All Report •...
  • Page 805: Fax Send Settings

    Fax Send Settings Settings for fax transmission can be configured. Rotation Sending Setting When transmitting an image that is one of the following sizes, this function rotates the image counterclockwise 90 degrees. (The setting can be configured separately for each size.) 5-1/2"...
  • Page 806: Print Style Setting

    Fax Receive Settings Settings for fax reception can be configured. Number of Calls in Auto Reception This setting is used to select the number of rings on which the machine automatically receives a call and begins fax reception in auto reception mode. Any number from 0 to 15 can be selected.
  • Page 807: Fax Output Settings

    Receiving Date & Time Print Enable this setting to have the date and time of reception printed. Select [Inside the Received Image] or [Outside the Received Image] for the position where the date and time is printed. When [Inside the Received Image] is selected, the date and time of reception is printed on the received image.
  • Page 808: Appendix

    APPENDIX System Settings Menu Total Count Job Count Default Settings Clock Adjust List Print (User) All Custom Setting List Paper Tray Settings Tray Settings Address Control Address Book Fax Data Receive/Forward Fax Settings Printer Condition Settings Printer Default Settings PCL Settings Document Filing Control PostScript Settings USB-Device Check...
  • Page 809 Change Administrator Password Product Key Data Backup Storage Backup Storing/Calling of System Settings Restore Factory Defaults Sharp OSA Settings External Account Setting Default Display Settings Scan Complete Sound Setting The Number of File Name/Subject/Body Address Book Default Selection Keys Displayed Setting...
  • Page 810: Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

    This chapter provides solutions to possible problems in a question and answer format. Locate the question that relates to your problem and use the answer to help correct the situation. If you are unable to solve a problem using this manual, please contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department. System settings System settings are indicated in the "Solutions"...
  • Page 811: Removing Misfeeds

    REMOVING MISFEEDS This section explains what to do when a paper misfeed occurs in the machine. Caution The fusing unit is hot. Take care not to burn yourself when removing a misfeed. • When removing misfed paper, do not touch or damage the transfer belt. •...
  • Page 812: How To Remove Misfeeds

    HOW TO REMOVE MISFEEDS If you require more information when reading the instructions in the touch panel, see the paper misfeed illustrations below. Refer to the illustration below and then go to the appropriate illustration (1 to 10) for your situation. ☞...
  • Page 813 (3) Paper misfeed in the fusing unit If a paper misfeed has occurred inside the fusing unit, press down on the green part, open the fusing unit, and remove the paper. Caution The fusing unit area is hot. Take care not to burn yourself.
  • Page 814 (9) Paper misfeed in tray 1 to tray 4 (in the tray) When a paper gets twisted to the roller, remove the tray and remove the misfeed paper. When pulling out a tray, be sure to open the right cover and check for a paper misfeed. If a tray is pulled out when there is a misfeed, the paper will tear and a torn piece may remain in the machine, making it more difficult to remove the misfed paper.
  • Page 815: Removing Staple Jams

    REMOVING STAPLE JAMS Follow the steps below to remove a staple jam. FINISHER Caution Take care that a bent staple does not hurt you. TROUBLESHOOTING Open the cover. While pressing the lever over to the left, slide the finisher to the left until it stops. Gently slide the finisher until it stops.
  • Page 816 TROUBLESHOOTING Lower the lever at the front end of the staple case. Replace the staple case. Push the staple case in until it clicks into place. Slide the finisher back to the right. Gently slide the finisher back to the right until it locks into its original position.
  • Page 817: Problems Related To Copying Operation

    COPYING PROBLEMS RELATED TO COPYING OPERATION • Copying does not take place............8-8 •...
  • Page 818 Problem Two-sided copying Does the paper type setting of the does not take place. selected tray specify a type of paper that cannot be used for two-sided copying? Are you using a special size or type of paper? Are you copying using settings that do not allow two-sided copying? Have functions been disabled by the administrator?
  • Page 819: Problems Related To Copy Results

    PROBLEMS RELATED TO COPY RESULTS Problem The image is too light Is the image too light or too dark? or too dark. Has an appropriate exposure mode for the original type been selected? Colors are off. Did you perform "Registration Adjustment"? Part of the image is Has an appropriate ratio been selected...
  • Page 820: Problems Related To Printing Operation

    PRINTING PROBLEMS RELATED TO PRINTING OPERATION • Printing does not take place............8-11 •...
  • Page 821 Problem Printing does not take Is the IP address selected correctly? place. (Windows) Are you using a printer port created using Standard TCP/IP Port? (Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/ Server 2008) Is "Connect via" set to [Ethernet] for AppleTalk? (Mac OS 9.0-9.2.2) Is your computer in an unstable state? Is the machine specified correctly in the software application that you are using...
  • Page 822 Problem Printing does not take Is the I/O timeout setting too short? place. Was a Notice Page printed? Have functions been disabled by the administrator? Color printing does Is the color mode set to "Color"? not take place. Have functions been disabled by the administrator? Two-sided printing Does the paper type setting of the...
  • Page 823: Problems Related To Print Results

    Problem Direct printing of a file Is "IPsec Settings" enabled on the in a shared folder on a machine? computer is not possible. A tray, finisher, or Have the peripheral devices that are other peripheral installed on the machine been device installed on the configured in the printer driver? machine cannot be...
  • Page 824 Problem Colors are off. Did you perform "Registration Adjustment"? Text and lines are faint Was color data printed in black and and difficult to see. white? (Windows) Part of the image is Does the paper size specified by the job cut off.
  • Page 825 Problem The image is upside Is the correct binding position selected down. for two-sided printing? Many nonsense Is your computer or the machine in an characters are printed. unstable state? Point to check When two-sided printing is performed, every other page is printed upside down when tablet binding is selected for the binding position.
  • Page 826 FACSIMILE PROBLEMS RELATED TO TRANSMISSION • Transmission does not take place........... .8-18 •...
  • Page 827: Problems Related To Transmission

    PROBLEMS RELATED TO TRANSMISSION Problem Transmission does Is the telephone line connected not take place. securely? Is the correct dial mode set for your line? Is a busy signal received? Did a communication error occur? Does a message appear indicating that the memory is full? Has the correct original size been set? Point to check...
  • Page 828 Problem Transmission does Does the job status screen (completed not take place. jobs) or a transaction report indicate that the transmission was not successful? Did you place a long size original on the document glass when it is scanned? Are the sub-address and passcode correct? (When using F-code communication) Have functions been disabled by the...
  • Page 829: Problems Related To Reception

    PROBLEMS RELATED TO RECEPTION Problem Printing does not take Does a message appear in the display place after reception. instructing you to add toner or paper? (Printing is not possible when this screen appears.) Does a password entry screen appear? Is forwarding (Inbound Routing function) selected in the Web page for a received fax?
  • Page 830: Problems Related To Telephone

    PROBLEMS RELATED TO TELEPHONE Problem Dialing is not possible. Is the extension phone connected? You cannot talk to the Did you dial using the speaker? other party. PROBLEMS RELATED TO AUDIBLE SIGNALS Problem The volume is too low. Has the volume been set to a low level in the system settings (administrator)? •...
  • Page 831 PROBLEMS RELATED TO ONE-TOUCH INDIVIDUAL KEYS / GROUP KEYS Problem A one-touch individual Has the maximum number of keys been key or group key stored? cannot be stored. Have functions been disabled by the administrator? A one-touch individual If the key is an individual key, is the key key or group key included in a group? cannot be edited or...
  • Page 832: Problems Related To One-Touch Individual Keys / Group Keys

    SCANNING / INTERNET FAX PROBLEMS RELATED TO SCANNING / INTERNET FAX OPERATION • Transmission does not take place........... .8-23 •...
  • Page 833 Problem Transmission does Does the image file exceed the e-mail not take place. attachment limit set in the system settings (administrator)? Did the image file exceed the file attachment size limit of your mail server? (When Scan to E-mail is used.) Has the folder on the destination computer been set as a shared folder so that files can be sent to it?
  • Page 834 Problem The received image Does the viewer program used by the file cannot be opened. recipient support the format of the received image data? Does a message appear prompting you to enter your password? Transmission takes a Is the resolution setting appropriate at long time.
  • Page 835: Problems Related To Scan Results

    PROBLEMS RELATED TO SCAN RESULTS Problem The scanned image is Is the original scan size setting smaller clipped. than the actual original size? The quality of the Is the original printed matter such as a scanned image is book or magazine? poor.
  • Page 836 Problem JPEG was selected for Did you press the [BLACK & WHITE the file type but the file START] key to begin scanning? was created as a TIFF file. The image is too light Is the threshold value suitable? or too dark. (When using PC Scan.) Are the brightness and contrast settings...
  • Page 837 PROBLEMS RELATED TO ONE-TOUCH INDIVIDUAL KEYS / GROUP KEYS Problem A one-touch individual Has the maximum number of keys been key or group key stored? cannot be stored. Have functions been disabled by the administrator? A one-touch individual If the key is an individual key, is the key key or group key included in a group? cannot be edited or...
  • Page 838: Problems Related To Filing

    DOCUMENT FILING PROBLEMS RELATED TO FILING • Document filing does not take place..........8-29 •...
  • Page 839: Problems Related To File Management

    Problem A job cannot be stored Do custom folders appear in "Folder in a custom folder. Information"? (When printing) Does the custom folder have a password? PROBLEMS RELATED TO FILE MANAGEMENT Problem A stored file has Did you touch the [Print and Delete the disappeared.
  • Page 840: General Problems

    GENERAL PROBLEMS PROBLEMS RELATED TO MACHINE OPERATION • Specified machine functions cannot be used..........8-32 •...
  • Page 841: Problems Related To Machine Operation

    PROBLEMS RELATED TO MACHINE OPERATION Problem Specified machine Have functions been disabled by the functions cannot be administrator? used. The operation panel Is the main power indicator lit? cannot be used. Did you just power on the machine? Is the [POWER SAVE] key ( blinking? Is a cover open or a device separated from the machine?
  • Page 842: Printing Is Not Possible Or Stops During A Job

    SHARP Service Department. (When contacting your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department, inform them of the displayed error code.) Add paper as instructed by the message in the touch panel.
  • Page 843: Problems Related To Paper Feeding And Output

    Make sure that the stack of paper in the tray is not higher than the indicator line. Fan the paper well before loading it. Use SHARP-recommended paper. Using paper that is not supported may result in misfeeds, creases, or smudges.
  • Page 844: Problems Related To Quality / Print Results

    Problem The paper misfeeds. Has the correct paper size been set? Did you add paper to the bypass tray? Paper does not feed Is the paper loaded correctly in the from the paper tray. paper tray? In the Paper Tray Settings of the system settings, are restrictions placed on the trays that can be used in each mode (copy, print, fax, Internet fax, and...
  • Page 845: Smudges Appear On Printed Output

    Was the original placed in the correct position? Point to check Use SHARP-recommended paper. Using paper that is for other models or special paper that is not supported may result in misfeeds, creases, or smudges. ☞ "SUPPLIES" in the Maintenance & Safety Guide...
  • Page 846: Printing Takes Place On The Wrong Side Of The Paper

    Problem Printing takes place Is the paper loaded with the print side on the wrong side of facing in the correct direction? the paper. A cover or insert is not Has the paper type been set correctly? printed on the specified paper.
  • Page 847: The Stapling Position Is Not Correct

    Problem Stapling does not take Is a different width of paper mixed in? place. Are there more sheets than can be stapled at once? Is a paper size that cannot be stapled included in the print job? Is the paper type setting of the tray selected in the printer driver set to a paper type that cannot be stapled? Have functions been disabled by the...
  • Page 848: You Forgot The Administrator Password

    Point to check Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department. For the factory default administrator password, see "TO THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE MACHINE" in the Maintenance & Safety Guide. After changing the password, take special care to remember it.
  • Page 849 Operation Guide MODEL: MX-C311 MX-C401 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163. www.sharpusa.com SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 MXC401-US-Z2...

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