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MODEL: MX-C382SC DIGITAL FULL COLOUR MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM START GUIDE Keep this manual close at hand for reference whenever needed.
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Caution! For complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Shielded interface cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with EMC regulations. ➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢ The equipment should be installed near an accessible socket outlet for easy disconnection. Notice for users in the UK MAINS PLUG WIRING INSTRUCTIONS The mains lead of this equipment is already fitted with a mains plug which is either a non-rewireable...
FAX interface cable and Line cable: These special accessories must be used with the device. The Declaration of Conformity can be viewed at the following URL address. http://www.sharp.de/doc/MX-FXX3.pdf SOFTWARE LICENCE The SOFTWARE LICENCE will appear when you install the software from the CD-ROM.
Contents SETUP IN A WINDOWS CAUTIONS ....4 ENVIRONMENT ... . 29 Symbols in this manual ..4 OPENING THE SOFTWARE Power notes .
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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.
CAUTIONS Symbols in this manual To ensure safe use of the machine, this manual uses various safety symbols. The safety symbols are classified To ensure safe use of the machine, this manual uses various safety symbols. The safety symbols are classified as explained below.
CAUTIONS Installation notes CAUTION Do not install the machine on an unstable or Locations exposed to slanted surface. Install the machine on a direct sunlight surface that can withstand the weight of the Plastic parts may machine. become deformed Risk of injury due to the machine falling or and dirty output toppling.
CAUTIONS Installation notes (continued) CAUTION Near a wall Locations subject to vibration. Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing and proper ventilation. (The machine should be no closer than the distances indicated below from walls. The indicated distances are for the case when a saddle finisher and large capacity paper tray are not installed.)
Do not use a flammable spray to clean the Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service machine. Department. Using the machine in this condition If gas from the spray comes in contact with hot may result in electrical shock or fire.
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.
OPERATION MANUALS AND HOW TO USE THEM Printed manuals and a manual in PDF format are provided with the machine. Printed manuals This section explains precautions to ensure safe usage, part names and functions and basic software. Refer to the PDF instruction manual for instructions on how to use the machine.
DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM FUNCTIONS This machine provides four major areas of functionality. Refer to the Operation Guide for details on using the various functions within each area. Facsimile Copy Document filing Scanner Printer...
ACCESSING THE WEB SERVER IN THE MACHINE When the machine is connected to a network, the machine's built-in Web server can be accessed from a Web browser on your computer. Opening the Web pages Access the Web server in the machine to open the Web pages.
CHECKING THE IP ADDRESS To check the IP address of the machine, print out the all custom setting list in the system settings. 1 Press the [SYSTEM JOB STATUS SETTINGS] key. SYSTEM SETTINGS READY PRINT DATA LINE IMAGE SEND DATA LOGOUT HOME 2 Select the all custom...
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS (12) (13) (1) (2) (3) (4) (11) (10) (1) Automatic document feeder (8) Tray 2/Tray 3/Tray 4 (500 sheet This automatically feeds and paper feed unit is installed)* scans multiple originals. Both This holds paper. Up to 500 sides of 2-sided originals can be sheets (80 g/m (21 lbs.)) of...
SUPPLIES (18) (17) (14) (15) (16) (14) Front cover (17) LAN connector Open to replace a toner cartridge. Connect the LAN cable to this connector when the machine is (15) Bypass tray used on a network. Special types of paper and (18) USB connector (type A) envelopes can be fed from the bypass tray.
OPERATION PANEL Image send indicators LINE indicator This lights up during transmission or reception in fax mode. The indicator also lights up during transmission in scan mode. DATA indicator When a received fax cannot be printed because of a problem such as out of paper, the indicator blinks.
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OPERATION PANEL Numeric keys Main power indicator [CLEAR] key This indicator lights when the These are used to enter the number of Press this key to return main power is switched on. copies, fax numbers, and other settings such as the The main power switch is on numbers.
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.
PLACING ORIGINALS The automatic document feeder can be used to automatically scan many originals at once. This saves you the trouble of manually feeding each original. For originals that cannot be scanned using the automatic document feeder, such as a book or a document with notes attached, use the document glass.
PLACING ORIGINALS Using the document glass Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the automatic document feeder. After placing the original, be sure to close the automatic document feeder. If left open, parts outside of the original will be copied black, causing excessive use of toner. Place the original face down.
LOADING PAPER IN A TRAY Names of the trays The names of the trays are shown below. For the number of sheets of paper that can be loaded in each tray, see the following manuals: • Operation Guide, "Paper Tray Settings" in "Chapter 7 - SYSTEM SETTINGS" •...
LOADING PAPER IN A TRAY Loading paper in a tray A maximum of 500 sheets of paper from size A5 to size A4 (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14") can be loaded in trays 1 and 2. A maximum of 500 sheets of paper from size B5 to size A4 (7-1/4" x 10-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14") can be loaded in trays 3 and 4.
LOADING PAPER IN A TRAY Loading paper in bypass tray The side to be or printed copied on must be face down! Load the paper in the horizontal orientation. When loading paper larger than A4 or 8-1/2" x 11", pull out the tray extension. Example: Loading an envelope Only the address side of envelopes can be printed on.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE This chapter describes the software programs that allow you to use the printer and scanner functions of the machine, the CD-ROMs that contain the software, and the pages where the basic installation procedures can be found. For details on installation procedures, refer to Chapter 1 of the Operation Guide.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Disc 1 Software for Windows • Printer driver These allow the machine to be used as a printer. - PCL6 printer driver The machine supports the Hewlett-Packard PCL6 printer control languages. - PS printer driver The PS printer driver supports the PostScript 3 page description language developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE Disc 2 Software for Windows • PC-Fax driver This enables you to send a file from your computer as a fax using the same procedure as when printing the file. (When the fax option is installed.) Even if the fax function is not installed, the PC-Fax driver can be updated using the CD-ROM in the Internet fax expansion kit to enable you to send a file from your computer as an Internet fax in the same way as you print a file.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE VERIFYING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Before installing the software described in this manual, make sure that your computer satisfies the following requirements. Windows* Macintosh* Operating Windows 2000 Professional, Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2, system Windows XP Professional Mac OS X v10.2.8, Windows XP Home Edition, Mac OS X v10.3.9,...
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BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE • For users of Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2/X10.2.8/X10.3.9 The CD-ROM does not include software for Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2/X10.2.8/X10.3.9. Contact your dealer or nearest authorized service representative if you want software. • For users of Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008/7 To perform the procedures described in this manual such as installing the software and configuring settings after installation, administrator authority is required.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE 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.
SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT This section explains how to install the software on a Windows computer. For more details regarding installation procedures and instructions for installation in Macintosh environments, see Chapter 1 of the Operation Guide. OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE) Insert the "Software CD-ROM"...
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SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT Read the message in the "Welcome" window and then click the [Next] button. The software selection screen appears. Before installing the software, be sure to click the [Display Readme] button and view the detailed information on the software. * The above screen appears when using the "Disc 1"...
SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT 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.
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SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT Standard installation When the software selection screen appears in step 6 of "OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE)" (page 29), 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" CD-ROM.
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SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT When [Custom installation] is selected, you can change any of the items below. When [Standard installation] is selected, the installation will take place as indicated below. • Machine connection method: LPR Direct Print (Auto Search) •...
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SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT A confirmation window appears. Check the contents and then click the [Next] button. 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.
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SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT If you clicked the [Custom installation] button in step 2, the following windows will appear. • Printer name window If you wish to change the printer name, enter the desired name and click the [Next] button. •...
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SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT This completes the installation. • After installation, see "CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER FOR THE OPTIONS INSTALLED ON THE MACHINE" (Operation Guide) to configure the printer driver settings. • If you are using the machine as a shared printer, see "USING THE MACHINE AS A SHARED PRINTER"...
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.
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.
SPECIFICATIONS Machine specifications / copier specifications Name Digital Multifunctional System MX-C382SC Type Desktop Display 8.5 inch colour touch panel LCD Photoconductive OPC drum type Printing method Electrophotographic system (laser) Developer system Dry-type two-component magnetic brush development Fusing system Heat rollers...
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5-1/2" x 8-1/2", 16K Tray 1 Paper weight: Plain paper (60 g/m to 105 g/m (16 lbs. to 28 lbs.)) Paper capacity: Plain paper (80 g/m (21 lbs.)) 500 sheets Paper types: SHARP-recommended plain paper, recycled paper and coloured paper...
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28 lbs.)) Paper types:SHARP-recommended plain paper, recycled paper, and coloured paper Output method: Face-down output Output capacity: 250 sheets (using SHARP-recommended A4 or 8-1/2" x 11" paper) (The maximum number of sheets that can be held varies Output tray (Centre tray)
SPECIFICATIONS Machine specifications / copier specifications (Continued) LAN connectivity: 10Base-T / 100Base-TX / 1000Base-T USB connectivity: Type A connector supports USB 2.0 (Hi speed)* Interface port Compatibility requirements of USB 2.0 Disk Format: FAT Type B connector supports USB 2.0 (Hi speed) Local voltage ±10% (For the power supply Required power supply...
If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it: Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-back of the product. You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling. Small products (and small amounts) might be taken back by your local collection facilities.
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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.)
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.
TO THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE MACHINE For the users of the fax function Important safety instructions • If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. •...
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