Page 2 - EMC (this machine and peripheral devices); Notice for users in the UK
EMC (this machine and peripheral devices) 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 regulati...
Page 3 - For the users of the fax function; FAX interface cable and Line cable:; SOFTWARE LICENCE
1 For the users of the fax function FAX interface cable and Line cable: These special accessories must be used with the device. SOFTWARE LICENCE The SOFTWARE LICENCE will appear when you install the software from the CD-ROM. By using all or any portion of the software on the CD-ROM or in the machine...
Page 4 - Contents
2 Contents CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Symbols in this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Power notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Installation notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Abo...
Page 5 - CAUTIONS; Symbols in this manual; WARNIN; Meanin; WARNING; CAUTION
3 CAUTIONS Symbols in this manual Power notes To ensure safe use of the machine, this manual uses various safety symbols. The safety symbols are classified as explained below. Be sure you understand the meanin g of the symbols when readin g the manual. Indicates a risk of death or serious injury. In...
Page 6 - Installation notes
4 CAUTIONS Installation notes Adjuster Lock Release CAUTION Do not install the machine on an unstable or slanted surface. Install the machine on a surface that can withstand the weight of the machine. Risk of injury due to the machine falling or toppling. If peripheral devices are to be installed, d...
Page 7 - About consumables
5 CAUTIONS Installation notes (continued) About consumables The machine includes a built-in hard drive. Do not subject the machine to shock or vibration. In particular, never move the machine while the power is on. • The machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection...
Page 8 - Handling precautions
6 CAUTIONS Handling precautions WARNING Do not place a container of water or other liquid, or a metal object that might fall inside, on the machine. If the liquid spills or the object falls into the machine, fire or electrical shock may result. If you notice smoke, a strange odor, or other abnormali...
Page 9 - Laser information
7 CAUTIONS Laser information Wave length 790 nm ± 10 nm Pulse times(North America and Europe) MX-M282N/MX-M362N: 11.9 µs ± 33.0 ns /7 mmMX-M452N/MX-M502N: 9.4 µs ± 25.6 ns /7 mm Output power Max 0.6 mW (LD1+ LD2) Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those sp...
Page 10 - OPERATION MANUALS AND HOW TO USE THEM; Printed manuals; Operation Guide
8 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, basic software installation, how to resolve paper jams, and daily maintenance procedures...
Page 11 - ACCESSING THE WEB SERVER IN THE MACHINE; Opening the Web pages; Downloading the Operation Guide.
9 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 Downloading the Operation Guide The Operation Guide, which is a more detailed manual, can be downloaded f...
Page 12 - CHECKING THE IP ADDRESS
10 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 SETTINGS] key. 2 Select the all custom setting list in the touch panel. (1) Touch the [List Print (User)] key. (2) Touch the [Print] key to the right o...
Page 13 - PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS; EXTERIOR
11 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS EXTERIOR (1) Document cover* Place an original on the document glass and close the document cover before copying starts. (2) Automatic document feeder* This automatically feeds and scans multiple originals. Both sides of 2-sided originals can be automatically scanned. (3)...
Page 15 - INTERIOR
13 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS INTERIOR (18) Toner cartridges These contain toner for printing. When the toner runs out in the cartridge, replace the cartridge with a new cartridge. (19) Fusing unit Heat is applied here to fuse the transferred image onto the paper. (20) Right side cover Open this cover...
Page 17 - SIDE AND BACK
15 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS SIDE AND BACK (1) USB connector (A type) Supports USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed).This is used to connect a USB device such as USB memory to the machine.This connector is not initially available for use. If you wish to use the connector, contact your service technician. (2) LAN connec...
Page 18 - OPERATION PANEL; Touch panel; Print mode indicators; Ima
16 OPERATION PANEL HOME IMAGE SEND JOB STATUS PRINT READYDATA DATA LINE SYSTEM SETTINGS Job Status MFP Status 020/015 005/000 010/000 010/000 Copying Waiting Waiting Waiting Special Modes Plain 2-Sided Copy Output File Copy Ratio Tray1 100% 1. 2. 3. 4. Original Paper Select Auto A4 Exposure Auto IMA...
Page 19 - Main power indicator
17 OPERATION PANEL LOGOUT Main power indicator [CLEAR ALL] key Press this key to redo an operation from the b eginning. All settings w ill b e cleared and operation w ill ret u rn to the initial state. [STOP] key Press this key to stop a copy jo b or scanning of an original. Numeric keys These are u...
Page 20 - TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF; Turning on the power
18 TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF The machine has two power switches. The main power switch is at the lower left after the front cover is opened. The other power switch is the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel at the top right. Main power switch When the main power switch is switched on, the main...
Page 21 - PLACING ORIGINALS; Using the automatic document feeder
19 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 th...
Page 22 - USEABLE PAPER; Plain paper, special media; Plain paper that can be used; Types of paper that can be used in each tray
20 PLACING ORIGINALS USEABLE PAPER Various types of paper are sold. This section explains what plain paper and what special media can be used with the machine. For detailed information on the sizes and types of paper that can be loaded in each tray of the machine, see the specifications in this manu...
Page 23 - Print side face up or face down; Bypass tray and tray 5; Paper that cannot be used; Non-recommended paper
21 PLACING ORIGINALS Print side face up or face down Paper is loaded with the print side face up or face down depending on the paper type and tray. Trays 1 to 4 Load the paper with the print side face up.However, if the paper type is "Letter Head" or "Pre-Printed", load the paper wit...
Page 24 - LOADING PAPER IN A TRAY; Names of the trays
22 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 "7. SYSTEM SETTINGS"• Start Guide (this manual), "SPECIFIC...
Page 25 - Changing the tray settings
23 LOADING PAPER IN A TRAY Changing the tray settings When you change the paper in a tray, the tray settings in the system settings must also be changed. 1 Press the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] key. 2 Configure the tray settings in the touch panel. (1) Touch the [Paper Tray Settings] key. (2) Touch the [Tray ...
Page 26 - Loading paper in other trays
24 LOADING PAPER IN A TRAY Loading paper in other trays Bypass tray Place paper that is A5 (7-1/4" x 10-1/2") or smaller in the horizontal orientation. Only the address side of envelopes can be printed on. Place envelopes with the address side face down. Special types of paper that cannot be...
Page 27 - Large capacity tray
25 LOADING PAPER IN A TRAY Large capacity tray The paper size of tray 5 can only be changed by a service technician. Gently pull out the paper tray. Insert the paper with the print side face down.Fan the paper well before inserting it. Otherwise, multiple sheets may feed at once and cause a misfeed....
Page 28 - BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE; Software for Windows; Software for Macintosh
26 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, ref...
Page 30 - VERIFYING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS; SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
28 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. *1 The PCL5e printer driver will not run on any of the 64-bit editions of the Windows operat...
Page 31 - CONNECTING THE MACHINE; CONNECTING TO A NETWORK; Checking the IP address of the machine; CONNECTING THE MACHINE WITH A USB CABLE (Windows)
29 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 s...
Page 32 - SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT; The software selection screen appears.
30 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 ...
Page 33 - WHEN THE MACHINE IS CONNECTED TO A NETWORK; Standard installation
31 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. ☞ WHEN THE MACHINE WILL BE CONNEC...
Page 36 - MAINTENANCE; REGULAR MAINTENANCE; CLEANING THE DOCUMENT GLASS AND AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER; Document glass; Warning
34 MAINTENANCE This section explains how to clean the machine and replace the toner cartridges and the toner collection container. REGULAR MAINTENANCE To ensure that the machine continues to provide top quality performance, periodically clean the machine. CLEANING THE DOCUMENT GLASS AND AUTOMATIC DO...
Page 37 - Replace the glass cleaner.
35 MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE BYPASS FEED ROLLER If paper misfeeds frequently occur when feeding envelopes or heavy paper through the bypass tray, wipe the surface of the feed roller with a clean soft cloth moistened with water or a neutral detergent. CLEANING THE ORIGINAL FEED ROLLER If lines or othe...
Page 38 - REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES
36 MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES Be sure to replace the toner cartridge when the message "Change the toner cartridge." appears. In copy mode OK Change the toner cartridge. Ready to scan for copy.(Toner supply is low.) Ready to scan for copy.(Prepare a new one.) Ready to scan for...
Page 39 - Open the front cover.; Pull the toner cartridge toward you.
37 MAINTENANCE 1 Open the front cover. 2 Pull the toner cartridge toward you. Gently pull the toner cartridge horizontally toward you.When pulling out the toner cartridge, pull it out gently. If the cartridge is pulled out abruptly, toner may spill out. Hold the toner cartridge with both hands as sh...
Page 40 - Close the front cover.
38 MAINTENANCE 6 Close the front cover. After the toner cartridge is replaced, the machine automatically enters image adjustment mode. Caution • Do not throw a toner cartridge into a fire. Toner may fly and cause burns. • Store toner cartridges out of the reach of small children. • If a toner cartri...
Page 41 - REPLACING THE TONER COLLECTION CONTAINER; Remove the toner collection container.
39 MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE TONER COLLECTION CONTAINER The toner collection container collects excess toner that is produced during printing. When the toner collection container becomes full, "Replace used toner container." will appear. Follow the procedure below to replace the toner collec...
Page 43 - REPLACING THE STAMP CARTRIDGE; Supplies; Open the automatic document feeder.
41 MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE STAMP CARTRIDGE If a stamp unit (AR-SU1) is installed on the automatic document feeder and the stamp has become faint, replace the stamp cartridge (AR-SV1). Supplies Stamp cartridge (2 in package) AR-SV1 1 Open the automatic document feeder. 2 Open the holders on the aut...
Page 44 - Install a new stamp cartridge.; Replace the original pressure sheet.; Close the automatic document feeder.
42 MAINTENANCE 5 Install a new stamp cartridge. 6 Push the stamp unit back in. Push the stamp unit in until it clicks into place. 7 Replace the original pressure sheet. Push the holders in until they click into place. 8 Close the automatic document feeder.
Page 45 - REMOVING MISFEEDS
43 REMOVING MISFEEDS When a paper misfeed occurs, the message "A misfeed has occurred." will appear in the touch panel and printing and scanning will stop. In this event, touch the [Information] key in the touch panel. When the key is touched, instructions for removing the misfeed will appea...
Page 46 - SUPPLIES; Storage of supplies; Supply of spare parts and consumables
44 SUPPLIES Standard supplies for this product that can 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, saddle stitch finisher staple cartridge, and transpar...
Page 47 - SPECIFICATIONS; Machine specifications / copier specifications
45 SPECIFICATIONS Machine specifications / copier specifications *1 Warm-up time may vary depending on some environments.*2 First print time may vary depending on the status of the machine. Name Digital Multifunctional System MX-M282N/MX-M362N/MX-M452N/MX-M502N Type Desktop Photoconductive type OPC ...
Page 50 - Acoustic noise emission (measurement according to ISO7779); Exit tray unit (right tray) specifications
48 SPECIFICATIONS Acoustic noise emission (measurement according to ISO7779) Reversing single feeder specifications (MX-RP11) *1 Scanning in mono 2 mode of one side only is possible in fax and scan send modes. However, when the resolution is 600 x 600 dpi in Internet fax mode, the maximum length is ...
Page 52 - Factory default passwords; Factory default administrator password
50 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...
Page 53 - Important safety instructions
51 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. • The AC power outlet shall...
Page 54 - INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL; B. Information on Disposal for Business Users.; In the European Union
52 INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households) 1. In the European Union Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin! Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legis...
Page 55 - Trademark acknowledgments
53 INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL Trademark acknowledgments The following trademarks and registered trademarks are used in conjunction with the machine and its peripheral devices and accessories. • Microsoft ® , Windows ® , Windows ® 2000, Windows ® XP, Windows Server ® 2003, Windows Vista ® , Windows Serv...
Page 56 - PRINTED IN FRANCE; MX
PRINTED IN FRANCE TINSE4814GHZZ MX -M282N/M X-M362N /MX-M452 N/MX-M5 02N ST AR T GUID E
