Dealer from which the unit was originally purchased or a Service Centre approved by Sharp to service this type of equipment. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.
FAX, TEL, TEL/FAX, A.M. Resolution Horizontal: 8 lines/mm Vertical: Standard: 3.85 lines/mm Fine/Halftone: 7.7 lines/mm Super fine:15.4 lines/mm * Based on ITU-T Test Chart #1 at standard resolution in Sharp special mode, excluding time for protocol signals (i.e., ITU-T phase C time only).
Height: 312 mm Weight Approx. 3.4 kg As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units.
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Never insert objects of any kind into slots or openings on the machine. This could create a risk of fire or electric shock. If an object falls into the machine that you cannot safely remove, unplug the machine and consult a qualified service representative.
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WARNING NOTICE: NO calls can be made to or from this fax during a mains power failure. WARNING - Australian Communications Authority (ACA) regulations state that no unauthorised changes or modifications to this equipment are permitted. Note: Complies with ACA and NZ TELECOM standard AS/NZS3548 regarding emission of electromagnetic interference.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR NEW ZEALAND USERS Please note: The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with the minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
1. Installation Unpacking Checklist If any are missing, Before setting up, make contact your dealer sure you have all of the or retailer. following items. Rapid key Operation Paper tray Telephone Imaging film Adapter manual labels extension line cord cartridge (for New Zealand) Imaging film...
A Look at the Operation Panel A Look at the Operation Panel FACE DOWN (MAX 10 SHEETS) TEL FAX A.M. TEL/FAX SPEED RECEPTION VOLUME DIAL MODE DOWN RESOLUTION FUNCTION REDIAL HOLD/ PQRS WXYZ COPY/HELP SEARCH STOP SPEAKER 08/POLL START/MEMORY 10 11 SPEED DIAL key VOLUME keys Press this key to dial a 2-digit...
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A Look at the Operation Panel HOLD/SEARCH key Press this key to search for an automatic dialling number, or, during a phone conversation, press this key to put the other party on hold. SPEAKER key Press this key to hear the line and fax tones through the speaker before sending a document, or dialling a voice number.
Connections Connections Handset Power lead Connect the handset as shown and Plug the power lead into a 230-240 V, place it on the handset rest. 50 Hz, earthed (3-prong) AC outlet. Caution: The ends of the handset lead are When disconnecting the fax, unplug identical, so they will go into either the telephone line cord before socket.
Connections Moving your fax and Be sure to insert the telephone reconnecting line cord into the TEL. LINE socket. Do not insert it into the Should it be necessary to move your TEL. SET socket. fax to a new location, first disconnect the telephone line cord before disconnecting the power lead.
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Connections Trays Extension phone (optional) Attach the paper tray extension. If desired, you can connect an extension phone to the TEL. SET Pull the paper release plate socket on the fax. forward. Insert the paper tray To connect an answering machine extension horizontally into the notches in the paper tray.
The initial starter roll of imaging film When replacing the film, use a roll of included with your fax can print about Sharp FO-3CR imaging film. One roll 30 A4 pages. can print about 95 A4 pages. Note: If there is paper in the paper...
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Loading the Imaging Film Remove the imaging film cartridge Remove the new roll of imaging film from the print compartment (grasp from its packaging. the handle at the front of the Do not yet remove the band that cartridge) and turn it over. holds the rolls together.
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Loading the Imaging Film Insert the large gear into the large Rotate the large gear toward you holder on the imaging film cartridge until the film is taut. (make sure it clicks into place), and then insert the small gear on the other end of the spool into its holder.
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Loading Printing Paper. FUNCTION INITIALIZE FILM START/MEMORY When to replace the imaging film Replace the imaging film when the display shows: FILM END Use the following imaging film, which is available from your dealer or retailer: Sharp FO-3CR Imaging Film...
Loading Printing Paper Loading Printing Paper You can load A4 size paper in the paper tray. The maximum number of sheets is: 60 for paper from 60 to 75 g/m 50 for paper from 75 to 90 g/m Insert the stack of paper into the Fan the paper, and then tap the tray, print side down.
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Loading Printing Paper Push the paper release plate back Your fax has been set at the factory down. to print at normal contrast. Depending on the type of paper If the paper release plate is not you have loaded, you may find that pushed down, paper feed errors you obtain better print quality by will result.
Entering Your Name and Fax Number Entering Your Name and Fax Number Before you can begin using your fax, you need to enter your name and the Once you enter this information, telephone number of your it will automatically appear at fax.
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Up to 24 characters can be entered. Example: SPEAKER SHARP = 77777 444 22 7777 SPACE = (Example) To insert a space between digits, press the # key. To insert a "+", press the * key.
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Entering Your Name and Fax Number Press the START/MEMORY key to save your name in memory. START/MEMORY The display will show: SECURITY SELECT Press the STOP key to return to the date and time display. STOP...
Setting the Date and Time Setting the Date and Time The date and time appear in the display and reports, and are printed at the top of every page you fax. 3 key FUNCTION key Enter a two-digit number for the day ("01"...
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Setting the Date and Time Enter a two-digit number for the hour ("00" to "23") and a two-digit number for the minute ("00" to "59"). Example: 9:25 Press the START/MEMORY key to start the clock. START/MEMORY The display will show: STORE JUNK # Press the STOP key to return to the date and time display.
Selecting the Reception Mode Selecting the Reception Mode Your fax machine has four modes for receiving incoming calls and faxes: Setting the reception mode TEL mode: This mode is the most convenient for receiving phone calls. Faxes can also Press the RECEPTION MODE key be received;...
Volume Adjustment Volume Adjustment You can adjust the volume of the speaker and ringer using the UP and DOWN keys. DOWN key UP key When the display shows the desired volume level, press the SPEAKER key to turn off the speaker.
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Volume Adjustment The ringer will ring once at the selected level, then the date and time will reappear in the display. If you selected RINGER:OFF OK ?, press the START/MEMORY key. START/MEMORY Silent ring fax detection system You can also set your fax machine to receive faxes silently, but ring to alert you to a voice call.
2. Sending Documents Transmittable Documents Size and weight Note: Letters or graphics on the edges of a document will not be scanned. The size and weight of documents that you can load in the document feeder depend on whether you load Letters in one page at a time or several pages the shaded...
Loading the Document Loading the Document Up to 10 pages can be placed in the feeder at one time. The pages will automatically feed into the machine starting from the bottom page. If you need to send or copy more than 10 pages, place the additional pages gently and carefully in the feeder just before the last page is scanned.
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Loading the Document Removing a document from Close the operation panel, making the feeder sure it clicks into place. If you need to remove a document from the feeder, open the operation panel. Click! Important! Do not try to remove a document without opening the operation panel.
Resolution and Contrast Resolution and Contrast If desired, you can adjust the resolution and contrast before sending a document. The default resolution You must adjust the setting is STANDARD settings each time you and the default contrast don't want to use the setting is AUTO.
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Resolution and Contrast Press the RESOLUTION key one or more times until the desired resolution and contrast settings appear in the display. The first time you move through the list of resolution settings, the contrast setting AUTO will appear next to each resolution setting. The second time you move through the list, the contrast setting DARK will appear.
Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling With Normal Dialling, you pick up the handset (or press the SPEAKER key) and dial by pressing the number keys. If a person answers, you can talk with them through the handset before sending the fax.
Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling When you hear the reception tone, press the START/MEMORY key. Replace the handset if you used it. START/MEMORY When transmission is completed, the fax will beep once. Using the REDIAL key You can press the REDIAL key to redial the last number dialled.
Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling You can dial a fax or telephone number by simply pressing a Rapid Key, or by pressing the SPEED DIAL key and entering a two-digit number. To use Automatic Dialling, you must first store the full fax or telephone number in your fax machine.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Storing fax and telephone Enter the fax or voice number by numbers for Automatic Dialling pressing the number keys (max. of 32 digits including pauses). (Note: A space cannot be entered.) Press these keys: FUNCTION PQRS WXYZ...
SPEAKER key after entering handset is lifted or the SPEAKER the first letter to advance the key pressed before dialling. cursor. Example: SPEAKER SHARP = 77777 444 22 7777 Clearing numbers SPACE = Press these keys: FUNCTION SPEAKER move...
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Press the START/MEMORY key. START/MEMORY Return to Step 3 to clear another number, or press STOP to exit. STOP Step 3 or Making changes To make changes in a number previously stored, repeat the storing procedure.
Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Rapid Key Dialling Speed Dialling If the number you want to dial has Speed Dialling can be used to dial been stored for Automatic Dialling as any number that has been stored for a Speed Dial number from 01 to 08, Automatic Dialling.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Check the display. If the name or Enter the number of the receiving number shown is correct, press the machine by pressing the numeric START/MEMORY key. (If not, keys. press the STOP key and then repeat Step 2.) PQRS WXYZ...
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling If you don't remember the first Load the document(s). letter, go to Step 4 (you will scroll through the list from the beginning). If a name wasn't stored for the number, press 0. This will cause numbers, not names, to appear when you scroll.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Automatic redialling If you use automatic dialling (including Direct Keypad Dialling) and the line is busy, the machine will automatically redial the number. Up to 2 redialling attempts will be made at intervals of 5 minutes. To stop automatic redialling, press the STOP key.
3. Receiving Documents Using TEL/FAX Mode Press the RECEPTION MODE key until the arrow in the display points to TEL/FAX. RECEPTION MODE TEL/FAX A.M. When the reception mode is set to TEL/FAX, your fax automatically answers all calls on 2 rings. After answering, your fax monitors the line for about 5 seconds to see if a fax tone is being sent.
Using FAX Mode Using FAX Mode Press the RECEPTION MODE key until the arrow in the display points to FAX. RECEPTION MODE A.M. TEL/FAX When the reception mode is set to FAX, the machine will automatically answer all calls on 2 rings and receive incoming faxes. 2 rings Fax reception You can change the number of rings on which the machine answers calls by...
Using A.M. Mode Using A.M. Mode Press the RECEPTION MODE key until the arrow in the display points to A.M. RECEPTION MODE TEL/FAX A.M. In A.M. mode, your fax will automatically receive voice and fax messages if you have connected an answering machine to the fax machine. See Chapter 6 for more details.
Using TEL Mode Using TEL Mode Press the RECEPTION MODE key until the arrow in the display points to TEL. RECEPTION MODE A.M. TEL/FAX When the reception mode is set to TEL, you must answer all calls using the fax machine's handset or an extension phone connected to the same line.
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Using TEL Mode Answering with an extension Comments: phone Your fax will not accept the signal to begin reception (5**) if a document is loaded in its feeder. Answer the extension phone when If you have set Option Setting 12 to it rings.
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Using TEL Mode 2 in 1 Print Reception Ratio To save paper, you can have the size The fax has been set at the factory to of your incoming faxes reduced by automatically reduce the size of 55%. This will allow you to receive, for received documents to fit the size of example, a 2-page document on one the printing paper.
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Using TEL Mode Press 1 to turn automatic reduction on, or 2 to turn it off. AUTO 100% If you selected AUTO, go to Step 3. If you selected 100%, go to Step 4. If you selected AUTO, select the reception ratio to be used in the event that the memory becomes full (automatic reduction is not possible...
Substitute Reception to Memory Substitute Reception to Memory In situations where printing is not possible, such as when your fax runs out of paper, the imaging film needs replacement, or the paper jams, incoming faxes will be received to memory. When you have received a document in memory, FAX RX IN MEMORY will appear in the display, alternating with OUT OF PAPER, FILM END, or PAPER JAMMED.
4. Making Copies Your fax can also be used to make copies. Single and multiple copies (up to 99 per original) can be made, enabling your fax to double as a convenience office copier. If you are only making one copy of Load the document(s) face down.
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Making Copies Copy Cut-off If you are making one copy per When making a copy of a document original, press the START/ that is longer than the printing paper, MEMORY key. If you are making use the copy cut-off setting to select multiple copies per original, enter whether the remaining part of the the number of copies per original (if...
5. MakingTelephone Calls Your fax can be used like a regular telephone to make and receive voice calls. To make or receive a phone call, the power must be on. Pick up the handset or press the Speak with the other party when SPEAKER key.
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Making Telephone Calls Chain Dialling Hold After lifting the handset, you can dial You can put the other party on hold any combination of Normal Dialling, during a conversation by pressing the Rapid Key Dialling and Speed Dialling HOLD/SEARCH key. When this is numbers.
6. Answering Machine Connection Connecting an Answering Machine If desired, you can connect an answering machine to your fax machine's TEL. SET socket. This will allow you to receive both voice messages and faxes when you are out. Note: When Fax Ability or Fax Duet (distinctive ring) is used, the Remove the seal covering the TEL.
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Connecting an Answering Machine Changing the outgoing message The outgoing message (OGM) of your answering machine should be changed to inform callers who want to send a fax to press their Start key. For example, your message might go as follows: "Hello.
Activating the answering machine connection Activating the answering machine connection Before you go out, activate the answering machine connection as follows: How answering machine Set the reception mode to A.M. mode operates While you are out, all of your RECEPTION MODE incoming calls will be answered by the answering machine and its...
7. Special Functions Caller ID If you subscribe to a caller identification service from your telephone company, you can set your fax to display the name and number of the caller while the fax rings. Important: Press 1 if you are in Australia or 2 if To use this function, you must you are in New Zealand.
Caller ID How Caller ID operates UNAVAILABLE The call was made (OUT OF from an area which When you receive a call, the name AREA in New does not have a caller and/or phone number of the caller Zealand) identification service, will alternately appear in the display, or the caller's service beginning just before the second ring.
Caller ID To print out the list, see Chapter 9, To delete calls from the caller Printing Reports and Lists. list If you want to delete a single call from Press these keys: the caller list, press the "0" key while the call appears in the display.
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Caller ID Blocking voice calls Enter the phone number, including With Caller ID turned on, you can use the area code, by pressing the the Anti Junk Fax function described number keys (max. of 20 digits). in Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes in this chapter to prevent voice calls as well as fax receptions (the Anti Junk Fax function can normally...
Distinctive Ring Distinctive Ring If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service from your telephone company, you will need to turn on the distinctive ring function. When this is done, your fax machine will signal voice calls by the normal ring pattern, and fax transmissions by a special ring pattern.
Broadcasting Broadcasting This function allows you to send the same document to as many as 20 different locations with just one operation. First store the document in memory, then enter the numbers of the receiving machines. The document will be transmitted to each location.
Cover Sheet Cover Sheet You can have the fax generate a cover sheet and send it as the last page of each of your fax transmissions. You can select a message. For the recipient's name to appear, you must dial using a Speed Dial or Rapid Key number with the name programmed.
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Cover Sheet Selecting a header message (optional) Select a message by entering a number from 1 to 4: When the cover sheet function is turned on, you can also select a 1: URGENT message which will appear as a 2: IMPORTANT header at the top of the cover sheet.
Batch Page Numbering Batch Page Numbering You can change the page numbering of the transmitted document from simple numbering ("P .01", "P .02", etc.) to batch numbering, which means that a slash and the total number of pages being sent are added after each page number (for example, "P .
Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes The Anti Junk Fax function allows you to block reception of faxes from parties which you specify. This saves paper by not printing out unwanted "junk" faxes. To use this function, first turn it on by setting Option Setting 13 to YES as explained in Chapter 8, and then enter the fax numbers from which you do not want to receive faxes as shown below.
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Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes Enter the full number you want to block (max. of 20 digits). PQRS WXYZ Press the START/MEMORY key. START/MEMORY Return to Step 3 to enter (or clear) another number, or press STOP to exit. STOP Step 3 or...
Sending Documents From Memory Sending Documents From Memory With this function, the original document is scanned immediately, stored in memory, and then transmitted once the connection to the receiving machine is made. This is convenient when transmitting to places where the line is often busy, as it saves you from waiting to pick up the original document and frees the feeder for other operations.
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Sending Documents From Memory Press the START/MEMORY key if you entered a Speed Dial number or a full number. START/MEMORY The document will be scanned and stored in memory. Your fax will then dial the receiving machine and transmit the document (redialling will be done automatically if necessary).
Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission) Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission) Polling allows you to call another fax machine and have it send a document (previously loaded in its feeder) to your machine without operator assistance. In other words, the receiving fax machine, not the transmitting fax machine, initiates the transmission.
Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission) Polling security Storing and clearing fax numbers for polling Polling Security allows you to prevent permission unauthorized polling of your machine. When this function is turned on, You can store up to 10 fax numbers polling will only take place when the in your machine's list of permitted fax number of the polling fax machine...
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Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission) Enter the fax number (max. of 20 digits). PQRS WXYZ Press the START/MEMORY key. START/MEMORY Return to Step 3 to enter (or clear) another number, or press STOP to exit. STOP Step 3 or...
Timer Operations Timer Operations The Timer function allows you to set a transmission and/or polling operation to be performed automatically at a time you specify. One transmission operation and one polling operation can be set at the same time, and the times they will be performed can be specified up to 24 hours in advance.
Timer Operations Adjust the resolution and/or Press # to cancel a transmission operation, or * to cancel a polling contrast if desired (skip to the next step if you don't want to change operation. settings). RESOLUTION Press 2 to select CLEAR. Press the START/MEMORY key and then the STOP key.
8. OptionSettings The option settings let you customise your fax to better suit your needs. An initial setting has been made for each option at the factory. You can change a setting by following the steps described for each option below. First press FUNCTION FUNCTION and 4, then press # or * to...
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Option Settings Setting 3: 4 RINGS TEL ANSWER Press 1 (YES) to have the fax machine answer a call after 4 rings when it is in TEL reception mode. Press 2 (NO) to turn the function off. Initial setting: 2 FUNCTION until display Press...
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Option Settings Setting 6: TRANSACTION REPORT PRINT SELECT This sets the condition for printing out a Transaction Report. Enter a number from 1 to 5 as follows: 1 (ALWAYS PRINT): A report will be printed after each transmission, reception, or error. 2 (ERR/TIMER/MEM): A report will be printed after an error, timer operation, or memory operation.
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Option Settings Setting 8: PSEUDO RINGING DURATION This sets the duration of pseudo ringing in TEL/FAX reception mode. Press 1 for 15 seconds or 2 for 30 seconds. Initial setting: 1 FUNCTION until display Press PSEUDO RING DUR. shows: STOP QUIET DETECT TM.
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Option Settings Setting 11: DISTINCTIVE RING If you subscribe to a distinctive ring service from your telephone company, press 1 to have your fax signal voice calls and fax transmissions by different ring patterns. Press 2 to turn the function off. (This setting is described in more detail in Distinctive Ring in Chapter 7.) Initial setting: 2 FUNCTION...
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Option Settings Setting 14: POLLING Press 1 if you want to use Rapid Key 08/POLL as a polling key. Press 2 if you want to use it as a regular Rapid Key. Initial setting: 2 FUNCTION until display Press POLLING shows: STOP CALLER-ID...
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Option Settings Setting 17: ACTIVITY REPORT AUTO PRINT OUT Press 1 to have your fax automatically print out an Activity Report once every 30 operations. (The list can still be printed out on demand when desired.) Press 2 to turn automatic print-out off. Initial setting: 2 FUNCTION Display will...
9. Printing Reports and Lists You can print out lists showing settings and information entered in the fax. You can also have the fax automatically print out a report on transactions after they are made. The lists and the report are described below. Printing a list Activity Report This report shows information on...
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Printing Lists Explanation of headings SENDER/ The fax number of the other machine involved in the transaction. In the case of a transmission, the number RECEIVER dialled appears. In the case of a reception, the programmed ID of the sending machine appears. If this machine does not have an ID function, the communication mode will appear (for example, "G3").
Printing Lists Timer List Print Setup List This list shows the timer operations This list shows the current status of which are currently set. the printing settings accessed by pressing the FUNCTION key and the Telephone Number List 6 key. Transaction Report This list shows the fax and voice numbers which have been stored for...
10. Maintenance Fax print head Open the operation panel (grasp Clean the printing head frequently to the finger hold and pull up), and assure optimum printing then pull the release on the right performance. side of the machine forward to open the print compartment cover.
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Maintenance Wipe the print head and roller with Close the print compartment cover isopropyl alcohol. (press down on both sides to make sure it clicks into place), and then Roller Print head close the operation panel. Caution! Do not use benzene or thinner. Avoid touching the print head with hard objects.
Maintenance Document rollers Reinsert the paper in the paper tray and push the paper release plate back down. Scanning glass Caution! When wiping, take care not to damage any of the protruding parts on the underside of the operation Scanning glass and rollers panel.
11. Troubleshooting Problems and Solutions Answering machine connection Problem Check and remedy The answering machine • Make sure your fax machine's reception mode is set connection does not to A.M. operate properly. • Make sure your fax machine's TEL. LINE socket is connected to the wall socket.Make sure your fax machine's TEL.
Answering machine connection Line error Problem Check and remedy LINE ERROR appears in • Try the transaction again. If the error persists, check the display and/or a the following: transaction report is printed out with COM. E- and a • Check the connection. The cord from the TEL. LINE number from 0 to 1, 2, 3, 4, socket to the wall socket should be no longer than two 5, 6, or 7 in the NOTE...
• If the receiving machine is in manual mode with no attendant, reception will not be possible. • If the receiving machine is not a Sharp model, make sure it is G3 compatible. • Check the display for error messages.
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Answering machine connection General print quality is • It is important to select a paper that is appropriate for poor. the thermal transfer printer in your fax. We recommend using laser quality paper that has a very smooth finish. Copier paper will work, but it sometimes tends to yield a lighter print quality.
Messages and Signals Messages and Signals Display messages Note: If you have turned on the Caller ID function, see Caller ID in Chapter 7 for display messages related to Caller ID. A.M. OFF HOOK When the fax is in A.M. reception mode, this message appears when the handset of an answering machine (or extension phone) connected to the fax has been lifted.
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Messages and Signals LINE IS IN USE An extension phone connected to the fax is being used. Do not lift the fax's handset or attempt transmission at this time, as this will interrupt the conversation on the extension phone. MEMORY IS FULL The memory is full.
Messages and Signals RECALLING This appears if you attempt to send a fax by automatic dialling and the line is busy or the receiving fax machine does not answer. Your fax machine will automatically reattempt the call. (See Automatic Redialling in Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling in Chapter 2.) SEARCH DIAL The HOLD/SEARCH key has been pressed.
Clearing Paper Jams Clearing Paper Jams Clearing a jammed document Close the operation panel, making If the original document doesn't feed sure it clicks into place. properly during transmission or copying, or DOCUMENT JAMMED Click! appears in the display, first try pressing the START/MEMORY key.
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Clearing Paper Jams Open the operation panel (grasp Close the print compartment cover the finger hold and pull up), and (press down on both sides to make then pull the release on the right sure it clicks into place), and then side of the machine forward to close the operation panel.
Quick Reference Guide INSTALLATION ENTERING YOUR NAME AND NUMBER Note: Imaging film and paper must be loaded to perform the following operation. FUNCTION 1. Press: T E L S E T T E L Display shows: L I N OWN NUMBER SET 2.
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Quick Reference Guide SETTING THE DATE AND TIME SENDING DOCUMENTS Note: Imaging film and paper must be loaded Place your document (up to perform the following operation. to 10 pages) face down in the document feeder. Press: FUNCTION Display shows: DATE &...