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Sharp AL-2050CS Digital Multifunctional System Operation Manual

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MODEL
AL-2050CS
DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL
SYSTEM
OPERATION MANUAL
(for general information)
PREPARATIONS
LOADING PAPER
MAKING COPIES
CONVENIENT COPY
FUNCTIONS
INSTALLING THE
SOFTWARE
PRINTER/SCANNER
FUNCTIONS
USER SETTINGS
TROUBLESHOOTING AND
MAINTENANCE
APPENDIX
Page
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  • Page 1 MODEL AL-2050CS DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL (for general information) PREPARATIONS LOADING PAPER MAKING COPIES CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS USER SETTINGS TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE APPENDIX Page...
  • Page 2 FOR YOUR PROTECTION... To aid in reporting this unit in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on the back of the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference. MODEL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE Dealer...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CAUTIONS ... 3 SOFTWARE LICENSE ... 4 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION ... 5 INTRODUCTION ... 6 MAIN FEATURES... 7 1 PREPARATIONS PART NAMES... 9 CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES ... 12 PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR INSTALLATION... 12 INSTALLING THE TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE ... 14 POWER ON AND OFF ...
  • Page 4 6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS USING THE PRINTER MODE ... 58 BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING ... 58 USING THE SCANNER MODE... 59 SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE MACHINE ... 59 SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER ... 60 OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND SCANNER MODES ... 60 HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL ...

  • Page 5: Cautions

    CAUTIONS Caution label on the machine The label ( ) in the fusing area of the machine indicates the following: : Caution, risk of danger : Caution, hot surface Cautions on using the machine Follow the cautions below when using this machine. Warning: •...

  • Page 6: Software License

    • Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat, the Adobe PDF logo, and Reader are registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other countries. • Sharpdesk is a trademark of Sharp Corporation. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. SOFTWARE LICENSE The SOFTWARE LICENSE will appear when you install the software from the CD- ROM.

  • Page 7: Environmental Information

    ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION For users in the USA Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Laser information Wave length Pulse times (North America) Output power At the production line, the output power of the scanner unit is adjusted to 0.18 MILLIWATT PLUS 5% and is maintained constant by the operation of the Automatic Power Control (APC).

  • Page 8: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Some model may not be available in some countries. Note Using the manual This machine has been designed to provide convenient copying features in a minimum amount of office space and with maximum operational ease. To get full use of all machine features, be sure to familiarize yourself with this manual and the machine.

  • Page 9: Main Features

    MAIN FEATURES High-speed laser copying First-copy time* is only 8.0* Copying speed is 20 copies per minute. This is ideal for business use and provides a big boost to workplace productivity. The first-copy time is measured after the power save indicator turns off following power on, using the document glass with the polygon rotating in the copy ready state and "LSU SETTING"...
  • Page 10 LCD panel displays messages • The LCD panel displays messages that show function settings and the status of the machine. Laser printer function • Printer function The accompanying printer driver can be installed to enable use of the machine as a printer.

  • Page 11: Preparations

    Chapter 1 PREPARATIONS This chapter provides basic information that you should know before using the machine. PART NAMES Interface connector connector Document glass Operation panel Front cover Paper trays Side cover Side cover open button Bypass tray paper guides Original output tray extension Paper output tray RSPF Original guides...

  • Page 12: Operation Panel

    PREPARATIONS Operation panel [MODE SELECT] key / Mode indicators Press this key to select the mode. The indicator of the selected mode lights (copy, printer, scanner indicators). Display This shows messages indicating the machine status and any problems that occur, as well as user programs and function setting menus.
  • Page 13 [COPY RATIO] key Press to select an enlargement or reduction ratio. To select a preset ratio setting, press the [COPY RATIO] key and select the desired preset ratio. To select a ratio that is not preset, press the [COPY RATIO] key, select the preset ratio that is closest to the desired ratio, and then press the [ ] key (...

  • Page 14: Checking Packed Components And Accessories

    CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES Open the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included. If anything is missing or damaged, contact our Technical Assistance Department at 1-(630)378-3590 in the USA. If the machine does not function properly during setup or use, or if a Note function cannot be used, see "TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE"...
  • Page 15 Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration below and then open the RSPF and remove protective materials. Take out the bag containing the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge. Release the scan head locking switch. The scan head locking switch is under the document glass. If the switch is locked ( ) as shown below.

  • Page 16: Installing The Td (Toner/Developer) Cartridge

    INSTALLING THE TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE Open the bypass tray, and then open the side cover. Remove the CAUTION tape from the front cover and remove the two protective pins from the fusing machine by pulling the strings upward one at a time. CAUTION tape Press gently on both sides of the front cover to open the...
  • Page 17 While pushing the lock release button, gently insert the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge until it locks into place. Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. When closing the covers, be Note sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side...

  • Page 18: Power On And Off

    POWER ON AND OFF The power switch is located on the left side of the machine. If you use the machine in a country other than the country Warning where the machine was purchased, you will need to make sure that your local power supply is compatible with your model.

  • Page 19: Power Off

    Power off Make sure that the machine is not in operation and then turn the power switch to the "OFF" position. Check the following to make sure the machine is not in operation: • The ready indicator is lit. (Initial state) •...

  • Page 20: Loading Paper

    The tray location indicator will blink when there is no paper in the selected paper tray, or when the selected paper tray is not closed or is improperly closed. PAPER For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper. Paper tray type Paper tray...

  • Page 21: Loading The Paper Tray

    ● There are many varieties of special paper available on the market, and some cannot be used with this machine. Before using special paper, contact a SHARP service center. ● Before using other than SHARP recommended paper, make a test copy to see if the paper is suitable. LOADING THE PAPER TRAY...
  • Page 22 LOADING PAPER Store the pressure plate lock which has been removed in step 2. To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock to secure it as shown below. Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure that the edges go under the corner hooks.

  • Page 23: Bypass Feed (Including Special Paper)

    • When loading envelopes, make sure that they are straight and flat and do not have loosely glued construction flaps (not the closure flap). • Special papers such as SHARP recommended transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray.

  • Page 24: Loading Paper In The Bypass Tray

    LOADING PAPER Loading paper in the bypass tray • Paper must be fed narrow side first into the feed slot. Note • Special papers such as transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray. •...

  • Page 25: Changing A Tray's Paper Size Setting

    CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTING Follow these steps to change a tray's paper size setting. • The paper size setting cannot be changed when the machine has Note stopped temporarily due to running out of paper or a misfeed. •...

  • Page 26: Making Copies

    Chapter 3 MAKING COPIES This chapter explains basic copying functions. NORMAL COPYING Using the document glass • The document glass can scan up to 8-1/2" x 14" original. Note • When a copy is made, the edges will not be copied (image loss). For the image loss, see the "SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 27 Check RSPF open function When enabled in program number 24 (p.65), this function may help prevent wasteful use of toner that occurs when the RSPF cover is not completely closed. If the start ( ) key is pressed when the RSPF cover is not completely closed, "CHECK ORIGINAL"...

  • Page 28: Original Output Tray Extension

    MAKING COPIES Originals that cannot be used in the RSPF The following originals cannot be used. These may cause misfeeds or smudging and unclear images. • Transparencies, tracing paper, other transparent or translucent paper, and photographs. • Carbon paper, thermal paper. •...

  • Page 29: Selecting The Tray

    Setting the number of copies Press the numeric keys to set the number of copies. The set number of copies appears in the display. A maximum of 99 copies can be set. If you wish to make only a single copy, copying is possible with the display showing "0".

  • Page 30: Making A Copy Darker Or Lighter

    MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTER Automatic exposure adjustment is initially enabled. This function automatically adjusts the copy image according to the original being copied. If you wish to select the exposure level yourself, follow the steps below. (Select from 2 original types and 5 exposure levels for each original type.) The exposure level used in automatic exposure adjustment can also be changed with "AE LEVEL ADJUST"...

  • Page 31: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Copies can be reduced down to 25% or enlarged up to 400%. (When the RSPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50% to 200%.) The [COPY RATIO] key can be pressed to quickly select a ratio from among eight preset ratios. In addition, the ] key ( ) and [ ] key (...

  • Page 32: Convenient Copy Functions

    Chapter 4 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS AUTOMATIC TWO-SIDED COPYING Two originals can be automatically copied onto both sides of a single sheet of paper. When the RSPF is used, two-sided copies of two-sided originals can easily be made. Document glass One-sided original →...
  • Page 33 Using the document glass Place the original that you wish to copy onto the front side of the paper on the document glass and close the RSPF. Press the [2-SIDED COPY] key until "1 TO 2" appears, and then press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 34 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS Using the RSPF Place the original(s) in the RSPF. (p.25) If you place an odd number of originals for one-sided to two-sided copying, the last page will be one-sided. Press the [2-SIDED COPY] key and select the two-sided copy mode that you wish to use.

  • Page 35: Sort Copy

    SORT COPY Copies of multiple original pages can be sorted into sets. The number of pages that can be scanned varies depending on the Note original type (photo, text, etc.) and the amount of memory allocated to the printer. The amount of memory allocated to the printer can be changed with "MEM.

  • Page 36: Offset Function During Sort Copy

    CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS Using the RSPF Place the originals. (p.25) • If "SORT AUTO SELECT" is enabled in the user programs, the default output Note mode for copying from the RSPF is sort mode (p.65). In this case go directly to step 4.

  • Page 37: Copying Multiple Originals Onto A Single Sheet Of Paper (2 In 1 Copy)

    COPYING MULTIPLE ORIGINALS ONTO A SINGLE SHEET OF PAPER Multiple originals can be copied onto a single sheet of paper in a selected layout pattern. This function is convenient for compiling multi-page reference materials into a compact format, or for providing an overview of all pages of a document on a single page.
  • Page 38 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS Press the [ select the original size and then press the [ENTER] key. The following original sizes can be selected: "8.5x14", "8.5x13", "8.5x11", "5.5x8.5", "A4", "B5", "A5" Select the number of copies and any other settings, and then press the [START] key ( "[START] : NEXT SCAN [#] : START PRINT"...
  • Page 39 Using the RSPF Place the originals. (p.25) Press the [E-SORT/SP.FUN] key until "2IN1" appears and then press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ ] key ( the "ON" position and then press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ ] key ( select the original size and then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 40: Creating Margins When Copying (Margin Shift)

    CREATING MARGINS WHEN COPYING The margin shift function is used to automatically shift the text or image or the copy paper approximately 1/2". As shown below, LONG EDGE or SHORT EDGE can be selected. RSPF Document glass Original • This feature cannot be used with the 2 IN 1 feature. Note •...
  • Page 41 Press the [ ] key ( the "ON" position and then press the [ENTER] key. Press the [ ] key ( select the margin position and then press the [ENTER] key. Select "LONG EDGE" or "SHORT EDGE". For the margin position, see the previous page. Select the number of copies and any other settings, and then press the [START] key ( The copy is delivered to the paper output tray.

  • Page 42: Software

    Chapter 5 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE This chapter explains how to install and configure the software that is required for the printer and scanner functions of the machine. The procedure for viewing the Online Manual is also explained. • The explanations of screens and procedures in this manual are Note primarily for Windows XP.

  • Page 43: Before Installation

    BEFORE INSTALLATION Hardware and software requirements Check the following hardware and software requirements in order to install the software. Computer type IBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with a USB2.0* Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional* Operating system* Windows XP* Display 1024 x 768 dots resolution and 16-bit color or higher is recommended.

  • Page 44: Installing The Software

    INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE • If you need to use a different connection method after installing the Note software using a USB or network connection, you must first uninstall the software and then install it using the new connection method. • The screen images in this manual are mainly for Windows XP. With other versions of Windows, some screen images may be different from those in this manual.
  • Page 45 The files required for installation of the MFP driver are copied. Follow the on-screen instructions. When "The installation of the SHARP software is complete." appears, click the "OK" button. • If you are using Windows Vista and a security warning window Caution appears, be sure to click "Install this driver software anyway".
  • Page 46 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE You will return to the window of step 8. If you wish to install Button Manager or Sharpdesk, click the "Utility Software" button. If you do not wish to install the Utility Software, click the "Close" button and go to step 12.
  • Page 47 When installing is finished, click the "Close" button. • If you are using Windows Vista and a security warning window Caution appears, be sure to click "Install this driver software anyway". • If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway"...

  • Page 48: Connecting A Usb Cable

    INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Connecting a USB cable Follow the procedure below to connect the machine to your computer. A USB cable for connecting the machine to your computer is not included with the machine. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. •...

  • Page 49: Using The Machine As A Network Printer

    Using the machine as a network printer • Interface cables for connecting the machine to your computer are not Note included with the machine. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. • If you intend to use the machine as a scanner, it must be connected to your computer with a USB interface cable.
  • Page 50 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Set the IP Address This setting is only required once when using the machine on a network. Click the "Set the IP Address" button. The printer or printers connected to the network will be detected. Click the printer to be configured (the machine) and click the "Next"...
  • Page 51 Click the "Next" button. Click the "Yes" button in the confirmation dialog box that appears. Go to step 11. LPR (TCP/IP) direct printing After step 1-7 on page 47 Click the "Printer Driver" button. If you have not set the IP Address, click the "Set the IP Address"...
  • Page 52 Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway" or "Yes". When "The installation of the SHARP software is complete." appears, click the "OK" button. When the "Finish" screen appears, click the "Close" button.

  • Page 53: Sharing The Printer Using Windows Networking

    Sharing the printer using windows networking If the machine will be used as a shared printer on a network, follow these steps to install the printer driver in the client computer. To configure the appropriate settings in the print server, see the Note operation manual or help file of your operating system.
  • Page 54 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Follow the on-screen instructions. When the "Finish" screen appears, click the "Close" button. After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer Note may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer. This completes the installation of the software.

  • Page 55: Setting Up Button Manager

    In Windows Vista, click the "Start" button, select "Control Panel" and click "Hardware and Sound", and then click "Scanners and Cameras". Click the "SHARP AL-XXXX" icon and select "Properties" from the "File" menu. In Windows Vista, select "Properties" from the "Organize" menu.
  • Page 56 Repeat Steps 4 through 6 to link Button Manager to "SC2:" through "SC6:". Select "SC2:" from the "Select an event" pull-down menu. Select "Start this program", select "Sharp Button Manager O" from the pull-down menu, and then click the "Apply" button. Do the same for each ScanMenu through "SC6:".
  • Page 57 Note click "view all Control Panel options". Select "SHARP AL-XXXX" and click the "Properties" button. In Windows Me, right click "SHARP AL-XXXX" and click "Properties" in the pop-up menu. In the "Properties" screen, click the "Events" tab. Select "SC1:" from the "Scanner events"...
  • Page 58 Repeat Steps 5 through 7 to link Button Manager to "SC2:" through "SC6:". Select "SC2:" from the "Scanner events" pull-down menu. Select "Sharp Button Manager O" in "Send to this application" and click the "Apply" button. Do the same for each ScanMenu through "SC6:".

  • Page 59: Printer/Scanner Functions

    Chapter 6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS The machine includes a USB connector and a LAN connector as standard equipment. When the USB connector is used, the printer and scanner functions can be used. When the LAN connector is used, the printer function can be used. The machine has the following features: •...

  • Page 60: Canceling A Print Job

    USING THE PRINTER MODE The procedure for loading paper for printing is the same as for loading copy paper. See "LOADING PAPER" (p.18). • Print jobs received while the machine is copying will be stored in Note memory. When the copy job is finished, the print jobs will begin printing.

  • Page 61: Using The Scanner Mode

    USING THE SCANNER MODE The procedure for placing the original is the same as for copying. See "NORMAL COPYING" (p.24). Scanner mode cannot be used at the following times: Note • A misfeed has occurred (paper misfeed or original misfeed in the RSPF).

  • Page 62: Scanning From Your Computer

    PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS Button Manager scan menu For information on Button Manager settings, see the Button Manager help file. The names in the Button Manager menu ("xxxx" in "SC1:xxxx", etc.) can be changed. See the online manual. SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER The machine supports the TWAIN standard, making it possible to scan from TWAIN- compliant applications.

  • Page 63: How To Use The Online Manual

    HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL The online manual provides detailed instructions for operating the unit as a printer and scanner. It also provides methods for dealing with printing or scanner problems. Turn on your computer. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Click the "start"...

  • Page 64: User Settings

    Chapter 7 USER SETTINGS The user settings allow you to customize machine settings to better meet your needs. USER PROGRAMS The user settings consist of the following items. To change a user program setting, see "SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER PROGRAM"...
  • Page 65 Program Program name number AUTO SHUT-OFF TIME LAYOUT IN 2IN1 OFFSET FUNCTION ROTATE ORIG. IMAGE AE/TEXT RESOLUTION Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold) • This function automatically switches the machine to a state that consumes even less power than preheat mode if the set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when...
  • Page 66 USER SETTINGS Program Program name number 2-SIDED COPY MODE MARGIN WIDTH MEM. FOR PRINTER AUTO KEY REPEAT KEY PRESS TIME KEY TOUCH SOUND SOUND AT DEFAULT TONER SAVE MODE Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold) • If the memory fills up when two-sided copying is performed, "NORMAL"...
  • Page 67 Program Program name number AE LEVEL ADJUST LANGUAGE RESET FACTORY SORT AUTO SELECT CHECK RSPF OPEN VALID COPY WIDTH LSU SETTING PAPER TYPE DISPLAY CONTRAST Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold) • This is used to adjust the exposure level.

  • Page 68: Print Mode

    USER SETTINGS Print mode Program Program name number FORCED OUTPUT USB 2.0 MODE SWITCH* AUTO TRAY SWITCH * The scanning speed increases when the USB 2.0 mode is set to "HI-SPEED", however, the printing speed does not increase considerably. Setting codes (factory default setting appears in bold)

  • Page 69: Selecting A Setting For A User Program

    SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER PROGRAM Press the [MENU] key and then press the [ENTER] key. In printer mode, the user programs are accessed by simply pressing the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( select the item that you wish to configure in the USER PROGRAM items, and then press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 70 USER SETTINGS Audible signals (key entry beep, invalid key beep, base setting beep) The machine sounds three different types of beep signals: a key entry beep that sounds when a valid key is pressed, an invalid key beep that sounds when an invalid key is pressed, and a base setting beep that sounds when a setting is the same as the base setting (base settings are explained below).

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    When the following indicators light up or blink on the operation panel or the following alphanumeric codes appear in the display, solve the problem immediately referring to both the table below and the indicated page. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Note Indication...
  • Page 72 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Indication Lamp indicator Blinks Error indicator Steadily MEMORY FULL, PRESS START TO RESUME. NO 2-SIDED COPY FROM BYPASS TRAY. NO 2IN1 COPY FROM BYPASS TRAY. NO 2IN1 COPY WITH MARGIN SHIFT. COPY RATIO CAN NOT BE CHANGED IN 2IN1. THIS MENU IS NOT SELECTABLE WITH DATA.

  • Page 73: Troubleshooting The Machine

    TROUBLESHOOTING THE MACHINE The following problems are related to the general operation of the machine and copying. Problem The machine does not operate. Copies are too dark or too light. Blank copies. Cause and solution The machine is not plugged into a power outlet.
  • Page 74 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Problem Part of the image is cut off or there is too much blank space. Wrinkles appear in the paper or the image disappears in places. Copies are smudged or dirty. Images rub off the copy easily. Printing is not uniform between the edges of the paper and the...
  • Page 75 Problem Paper misfeed. White or black lines appear on copies. TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Cause and solution Misfeed occur. → To remove the misfeed, see "MISFEED REMOVAL". The paper is outside of the specified size and weight range. → Use copy paper within the specified range.
  • Page 76 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Problem Paper size for a paper tray cannot be set. Output does not stack neatly in the paper output tray. A copy job stops before it is finished. The power save indicator is lit. Error indicator ( lit or blinking.

  • Page 77: Problems During Setup Of The Software

    PROBLEMS DURING SETUP OF THE SOFTWARE If the software does not install correctly, check the following items on your computer. To remove the software, see "Removing the software" (p.77). MFP driver cannot be installed (Windows 2000/XP) If the MFP driver cannot be installed in Windows 2000/XP, follow these steps to check your computer's settings.
  • Page 78 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Plug and play screen does not appear (USB only) If the Plug and Play screen does not appear after you connect the machine to your computer with a USB cable and turn on the machine, follow the steps below to verify that the USB port is available.

  • Page 79: Removing The Software

    • In Windows Vista, click the "Uninstall a program". • In Windows 98/Me/2000, double-click the "Add/Remove Programs" icon. Select "SHARP AL-2050/2060 Series MFP Driver" and Button Manager from the list, and remove the software. For more information, refer to your operating manual or to the help files for your operating system.

  • Page 80: Misfeed Removal

    MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed occurs, the error indicator blinks, "CLEAR PAPER JAM" appears in the display, and the machine stops operating. If a misfeed occurs when using the RSPF, "RETURN X ORIGINAL(S) START TO RESUME" will appear in the display. ("X"...
  • Page 81 A: Misfeed in the paper feed area Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration. If the error indicator blinks and the misfed paper is not visible in the paper feed area, pull out the paper tray and remove the misfed paper.
  • Page 82 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Gently remove the misfed paper from under the fusing unit as shown in the illustration. If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to "C: Misfeed in the transport area". The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when Warning removing misfed paper.
  • Page 83 Raise the fusing unit release lever, close the front cover and then close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The error indicator will go out and the ready indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and Caution then close the side cover.

  • Page 84: Td (Toner/Developer) Cartridge Replacement

    TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT When toner is low, the error indicator will light up and "TD CARTRIDGE IS NEAR EMPTY." will appear in the display. For information on purchasing a new TD (Toner/ Developer) cartridge, see "ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS" (p.90). If copying is continued while the indicator is lit, copies will gradually become lighter until the toner runs out.
  • Page 85 Gently pull the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge out while pressing the lock release button. • After removing the TD cartridge, do not shake it or tap on it. Doing so Note may cause toner to leak from the cartridge. Put the old cartridge immediately in the bag contained in the box of the new cartridge.

  • Page 86: Drum Cartridge Replacement

    TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The error indicator will go out and the ready indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and Caution then close the side cover.
  • Page 87 Hold the drum cartridge handle and gently pull the cartridge out. Dispose of the old drum cartridge in accordance with local regulations. Remove the new drum cartridge from the protective bag and remove the protective cover from the cartridge. Gently install the new drum cartridge.

  • Page 88: Checking The Total Count And Drum Cartridge Life

    CHECKING THE TOTAL COUNT AND DRUM CARTRIDGE LIFE You can check the total number of pages output by the machine (all pages printed by the copy function and printer function), as well as the output counts of each function (number of copies, number of scanned pages, etc.) and drum cartridge life. When a count reaches 999,999 it returns to 0.

  • Page 89: Cleaning The Machine

    CLEANING THE MACHINE Proper care is essential in order to get clean, sharp copies. Be sure to take a few minutes to clean the machine on a regular basis. Do not spray flammable cleaner gas. Gas from the spray may...
  • Page 90 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge and drum cartridge Remove the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge and drum cartridge as explained in "TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT" (p.82) and "DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT" (p.84). Wipe the parts of the TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge and drum cartridge shown below with a clean cloth.
  • Page 91 Transfer charger Turn the power switch off. (p.17) Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. (p.14) Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab. Set the charger cleaner onto the right end of the transfer charger, gently slide the cleaner to the left end, and then remove it.

  • Page 92: About Supplies And Options

    Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Note For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximize the life and performance of SHARP copiers. Look for the Genuine Supplies label on the toner package.

  • Page 93: Appendix

    Chapter 9 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Model Type Photoconductive type Document glass type Copy/printing system Originals Originals size Copy size Copying speed* Continuous copy First-copy time* Warm-up time* Copy ratio Exposure system Paper feed AL-2050CS Digital Multifunctional System, Desktop OPC drum Fixed Dry, electrostatic transfer Sheets, bound documents Max.
  • Page 94 APPENDIX Fusing system Developer system Light source Resolution Gradation Power supply Power consumption Max. 1.0 kW Space requirements (with trays extended) Weight* Dimensions Operating conditions Noise level Emission concentration (measured according to RAL- UZ122 : Edition Jun. 2006) When making multiple duplex copies, the copy speed will vary based on the environment conditions.
  • Page 95 Printer Function 20 ppm Print speed* 600 dpi Resolution Approx. 30 MB Memory SPLC (Sharp Printer Language with Compression) Emulation 10BASE-T Network Interface* Interface USB 2.0 (Full-Speed/Hi-Speed compatible interface) [USB cable] USB cable that supports USB 2.0. Please purchase a commercially available USB cable.

  • Page 96: Scanner Function

    APPENDIX Scanner Function Type Scanning method Light source Resolution Original types Effective scanning area Scanning speed Input Data Output Data Scanning colors Protocol Interface Drop out color Supported operating systems Void area Interface cables Scanner utilities Flatbed scanner Document glass/RSPF Cold cathode fluorescent lamp (CCD: 3 components;...

  • Page 97: Important Service Information (U.s.a. Only)

    The shipment of the defective unit will be at your expense; please be sure it is insured and packaged securely. Upon repair of your unit, Sharp will promptly return it to you at any U.S. location. What You Must Do Your Product is designed to perform with a minimum amount of user maintenance.

  • Page 98: End-User Limited Warranty (Valid In U.s.a. Only)

    Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer.

  • Page 100: Material Safety Data Sheet

    Emergency telephone number Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Australia Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd. No1 Huntingwood Drive Huntingwood Blacktown N.S.W. Telephone number for information Germany Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Sonninstrasse 3, 20097 Hamburg...
  • Page 101 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests performed using toner. When used as intended according to instructions, studies do not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur.
  • Page 102 8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION Engineering Measures Ventilation Exposure Limit Values OSHA-PEL(USA) ACGIH-TLV(USA) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Hand Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Other Protective Equipment 9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Physical State : Solid Boiling / Melting Point Softening Point(°C) Flash Point(°C) Ignition Point(°C )
  • Page 103 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET and lung tumors. Moreover, a two-year cancer bioassay using a typical toner preparation containing carbon black demonstrated no association between toner exposure and tumor development in rats. Chronic Effect : In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate degree of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration (16mg/m group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in the middle (4mg/m...
  • Page 104 Emergency telephone number Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Australia Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd. No1 Huntingwood Drive Huntingwood Blacktown N.S.W. Telephone number for information Germany Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Sonninstrasse 3, 20097 Hamburg...
  • Page 105 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests performed using toner. When used as intended according to instructions, studies do not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur.
  • Page 106 Exposure Limit Values OSHA-PEL(USA) ACGIH-TLV(USA) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Hand Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Other Protective Equipment 9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Physical State : Solid Boiling / Melting Point Softening Point(°C) Flash Point(°C) Ignition Point(°C ) Explosion Properties Density(g/cm³) Solubility in Water 10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY...
  • Page 107 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Chronic Effect : In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate degree of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration (16mg/m group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in the middle (4mg/m ) exposure group, but no pulmonary change was reported in the lowest (1mg/m...

  • Page 108: Index

    INDEX Symbols ] key... 10, 31, 33, 36 ] key ... 10 ] key ... 10 2 IN 1 copy ... 35 [2-SIDED COPY] key ... 10, 31, 32 About the operation manuals ... 6 Appendix ... 91 Audible signals ... 68 Auto clear ...
  • Page 109 Initial settings... 16 Installing the software... 40 Installing the TD cartridge ... 14 Interface cable ... 90 Introduction... 6 IP address ... 48 Labels ... 18, 19, 21 Language setting ... 16 LAN connector... 9, 47 Loading paper ... 18 Loading paper in the bypass tray ...
  • Page 110 Ready indicator ... 11, 16, 84 Recycled paper ... 18 Reduction/enlargement/zoom ... 29 Removing the software... 77 Roller ... 81 Roller rotating knob ... 80 ROPM... 57 RSPF ... 9 RSPF indicator ... 10 RSPF roller ... 87 RSPF scanning window ... 87 Scan head locking switch ...
  • Page 111 Preparations Installation the machine, preparing ... 12 Packed components and accessories, checking ... 12 Paper, loading - Bypass tray... 21 - Paper tray... 19 Power, turn off ... 17 Power, turn on ... 16 Scan head locking switch, releasing ... 13 TD (Toner/Developer) cartridge, Installing ...
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  • Page 115 Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental consideration. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities, the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org, the lamp recycling organization: www.lamprecycle.org or Sharp at 1-800-BE-SHARP. (For U.S.A. Only)
  • Page 116 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1 Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163. www.sharpusa.com PRINTED IN CHINA This manual has been printed using a vegetable-based 2008E soy oil ink to help protect the environment. TINSE1865QSZZ Printed on 100% post-consumer recycled paper...

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