Page 1
MODEL AR-C330 DIGITAL FULL COLOR DIGITAL FULL COLOR COPYING MACHINE COPYING MACHINE KEY OPERATOR KEY OPERATOR S GUIDE S GUIDE Page Page • KEY OPERATOR CODE • KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER NUMBER • KEY OPERATOR • KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS PROGRAMS •...
This KEY OPERATOR’S GUIDE contains information on all of the programs for use by the key operator. The programs allow the key operator to tailor many functions of the AR-C330 for specific modes of operation. These programs can only be accessed after a key operator code number has been entered.
KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER A key operator code number must be registered before a key operator program can be used. The key operator must remember this number. Only this registered number will allow access to the key operator programs. INFORMATION Registering the key operator code number Press the CUSTOM SETTINGS key.
Page 5
KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER Press the “KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER CHANGE” KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS key. OTHER FUNCTION SETTINGS KEY OPERATOR CODE NUMBER CHANGE C:3.5 EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT B:3.5 TONER SAVE MODE(B/W) ADD OR CHANGE EXTRA PRESET RATIOS Choose a new 5-digit code number and enter it using the ORMATION 10-key pad.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS A complete list of all key operator programs is provided below. These programs can only be accessed by first entering the key operator code number. The key operator programs are roughly divided into three groups: copier key operator programs, printer key operator programs, and account control.
Page 7
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Category Program Name Function Page No. Preheat Mode Sets the time that elapses before the copier enters Setting the preheat mode after copying is completed. Message Time Sets the length of time that messages are displayed. Setting Enable/Disable Disabling of Beep Enables or disables sounding of beep when keys...
Page 8
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS PRINTER KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS (optional) Program Name Function Page No. Enable Bypass-Tray Size Enables or disables paper size detection for the bypass tray. Detection Enable Bypass-Tray Type Enables or disables paper type detection for the bypass tray. Detection Prohibit Bypass-Tray Selection Enables/disables bypass tray selection in the ‘Auto Tray...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Using the key operator programs Press the CUSTOM SETTINGS key. INFORMATION CUSTOM SETTINGS Press the “KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS” key on the touch panel. The following display will appear. EXIT KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS ENTER KEY OPERATOR CODE. EXIT CUSTOM SETTINGS DISPLAY KEY OPERATOR...
Page 10
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Select the desired category on the touch panel. KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Example: To select the timer settings category, press the “TIMER COPIER MODE SETTINGS” key. If you have selected “PRINTER” or “ACCOUNT CONTROL” in OTHER FUNCTION TIMER SETTINGS step 4, this step is not needed.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS COPIER KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS OTHER FUNCTION SETTINGS The programs of this category are used to adjust various settings of copier functions. These programs can be selected by pressing the “OTHER FUNCTION SETTINGS” key and then selecting the desired program key.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Add or Change Extra Preset Ratios Two extra preset copy ratios can be added within both the reduction range (25% to 99%) and the enlargement range (101% to 400%). Only added preset copy ratios can be changed. The standard preset copy ratios are fixed in memory and cannot be changed.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Initial Margin Shift Setting Set the initial margin shift value with this program. When the “INITIAL MARGIN SHIFT SETTING” key is pressed, the following display will appear. KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS INITIAL MARGIN SHIFT SETTING SET THE INITIAL MARGIN SHIFT. SIDE 1 SIDE 2 (0~1)
Page 14
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Initial Status Setting The copier will assume the initial settings when it is turned on, when the CLEAR ALL key is pressed, or when the auto clear interval has elapsed after a copy run. Use this program to establish the initial settings.
Page 15
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Initial Color Balance Setting Color balance settings that have been adjusted using the special function of “Color Balance” explained on page 3-22 of the Operation Manual can be called up and set as initial color balance settings* by storing them ahead of time in a job program (page 2-18 of the Operation Manual).
Page 16
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Select a paper tray on the touch panel. Up to 3 PAPER TRAY keys appear depending on the number of the paper tray installed (except an optional large capacity tray). Select a paper size for “EXTRA” setting. To select a size of AB series, press the “AB”...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Stream Feeding Mode This program is only available when the optional RADF is installed and used to enable the stream feeding mode of the optional document feeder. When the stream feeding mode is enabled, additional originals which are set in the document feeder tray within 5 seconds after the last original in a stack was fed will be fed and copied automatically.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS TIMER SETTINGS The programs of this category are used to set the timers for some functions. These programs can be selected by pressing the “TIMER SETTINGS” key and then selecting the desired program key. Sleep Mode Setting The sleep mode is a function to turn off the power to the fusing unit automatically once a programmed length of time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or power is...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Preheat Mode Setting Preheat mode functions to control the power consumption by lowering the temperature of the fusing unit to a programmed level once a programmed length of time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or power is turned on. This function lowers user’s electricity bill, reduces waste of natural resources, and cuts down on environmental pollution.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS ENABLE/DISABLE SETTINGS The programs of this category are used to enable or disable some functions. These programs can be set or canceled by pressing the check box of each program. Disabling of Beep When Keys Touched This program is used to enable or disable the beep function. If this function is enabled, a beep sound will be produced when you press a key on the operation panel including the touch panel.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Disabling of Bypass-Tray in Duplex Copy This program is used to disable the use of the bypass tray when making duplex copies. To disable use of the bypass tray when making duplex copies, press the check box of “DISABLING OF BYPASS- TRAY IN DUPLEX COPY”...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To disable the duplex system, press the check box of “DISABLING OF DUPLEX COPYING” to display a check mark in the check box. To enable the duplex system, press the check box of this program again to clear the check mark in the check box. Disabling of Stapler This program is used to enable or disable the stapler of the optional staple sorter (AR-SS2).
Page 23
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Disabling of Sleep Mode The sleep mode is used to turn off the power to the fusing unit automatically once a programmed length of time has elapsed without any copier operation after the last copy of a run is made or power is turned on.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Registration Adjustment This program is used to adjust registration if deviation of registration of characters or lines occurs in color copying or printing. NOTE: This program can be selected by pressing the “REGISTRATION ADJUSTMENT” key on the category menu screen. KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS COPIER MODE OTHER FUNCTION...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Auto Color Calibration The Auto Color Calibration program enables automatic color gradation correction when it becomes misadjusted. NOTE: The color gradation may not be sufficiently corrected after one correction cycle. If so, a re-execution of the program may be necessary. This program can be selected by pressing the “AUTO COLOR CALIBRATION”...
Page 26
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS PRINTER KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS The following programs can be selected only if an optional power supply kit and an optional print controller have been installed. Select “PRINTER” after entering the key operator code number. Then select the desired program. Enable Bypass-Tray Size Detection This program is used to enable or disable paper size detection of the bypass tray in the print mode.
Page 27
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Prohibit Bypass-Tray Selection If this program is set, the bypass tray will not be selected for a print job that specifies auto paper selection or during auto tray switching. To prohibit bypass tray selection, press the “PROHIBIT BYPASS-TRAY SELECTION”...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS ACCOUNT CONTROL The programs of this category are used to set the internal auditor functions. These programs can be selected by pressing the “ACCOUNT CONTROL” key and then selecting the desired program key. Auditing Mode This program is used to enable or disable the basic auditing mode. The auditing mode can be set for both the color and black/white (B/ W) modes or for only the color mode.
Page 29
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Number of Sheets per Account This program is used to display or print the total number of sheets made against each account number in the color mode and B/W mode respectively. Each sheet of paper that is 11" x 17" size or larger is counted as two sheets.
Page 30
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Billing by Account This program is used to display or print the accumulated cost when a relevant price per sheet has been set using program “Price Setting.” When the “BILLING BY ACCOUNT” key is pressed, a screen for selecting “COPIER,”...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Resetting Account This program is used to reset all audit accounts or to selectively reset individual accounts. When the “RESETTING ACCOUNT” key is pressed, a screen for selecting “COPIER,” “PRINTER” or “SCANNER” will appear. Press the key of the desired mode. This section shows the procedure used after the “COPIER”...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Account Number Control This program is used to register accounts, delete accounts, change an account number, or print all account numbers. When the “ACCOUNT NUMBER CONTROL” key is pressed, the following display will appear. KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS ACCOUNT NUMBER CONTROL ENTER DELETE...
Page 33
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS To change an account number Press the “CHANGE” key. Enter the account number to be changed using the 10-key pad. Enter a new account number. Press the “ENTER” key. If a number that is already registered is entered, the message “THIS NUMBER IS ALREADY USED.”...
Page 34
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Enter the new price for price code #1 by using the 10-key pad and then press the “ENTER” key. Use the INTERRUPT key for decimal points. If the “ENTER” key is pressed without entering a value, the price per copy will not be changed.
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Account Limit Setting This program is used to set the maximum number of sheets of copying, printing, and scanning for individual account numbers or all accounts. When the “ACCOUNT LIMIT SETTING” key is pressed, a screen for selecting “COPIER,”...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS Account Number Security This program is used to make it difficult for users to gain access to accounts by entering code numbers through trial and error. If this program is selected and an operator enters three successive invalid account numbers, the machine will not accept another number for one minute and the message “PLEASE SEE YOUR KEY OPERATOR FOR ASSISTANCE.”...
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS OTHER PROGRAMS The following two key operator programs are common programs that are not included among the three groups: copier key operator programs, printer key operator programs, and account control. The programs can be selected by pressing the relevant key on the touch panel after the key operator program mode is selected.
If the trouble cannot be easily remedied, use key operator program “DISABLING OF STAPLER” (page 20) to prevent the use of the stapler. Contact your authorized Sharp Service Center for service. Contact your authorized Sharp Service Center for service. SORTER IS OUT OF SERVICE.
Page 40
AR-C330 SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-1163. www.sharpusa.com SHARP ELECTRONICS OF CANADA LTD. 335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 SHARP CORPORATION PRINTED IN JAPAN 2004G TINSE2775FCZZ...