Sharp MX-M620N - Manual

0-2 Improper installation may damage this product. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever themachine is moved. 1.The machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection. 2.Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the ...

0-3 CAUTIONS 1.Do not touch the photoconductive drum. Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty prints. 2.The fusing unit is extremely hot. Exercise care in this area. 3.Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes. 4.Four adjusters are provided on all optional sta...

CAUTIONS 0-4 Laser Information Wave length 785 nm +10 nm-15 nm Pulse times North America: 55 cpm / 62 cpm model: (3.1 µs ± 3.1 ns)/7 mm70 cpm model: (2.7 µs ± 2.7 ns)/7 mm Europe: 55 cpm / 62 cpm model: (3.7 µs ± 3.7 ns)/7 mm70 cpm model: (3.2 µs ± 3.2 ns)/7 mm Output power Max 0.8 mW At the product...

0-5 CONTENTS Page OPERATION MANUALS .............................................. 0-1INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS............................... 0-2CAUTIONS ................................................................... 0-3 ● Laser Information ................................................. 0-4...

1-1 CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT This chapter contains basic information that should be read before usingthe product. Page INTRODUCTION..................................................................................... 1-2 MAIN FEATURES ..........................................................

1-2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing a SHARP digital multifunction copier.Please read this manual before using the machine. In particular, be sure to read "INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS"before using the machine.Please keep this manual close at hand for reference whenever necessary.This manu...

1-3 1 MAIN FEATURES The digital multifunction copier is capable of performing a variety of functions. This page shows features related tothe copy function. ● Sort mode See page 1-3 ● Group mode See page 1-3 ● 2-sided Copy See page 1-3 ● Exposure Adjustments See page 1-3 ● Reduction/Enlargement See p...

MAIN FEATURES 1-7 1 Stamp See page 5-36 Reverse text can be added to copies ("stamp"). Page numbering See page 5-37 Page numbers can be added to copies. Text See page 5-41 Entered text can be added to copies. Interrupting a copy run See page 5-46 A copy job in progress can be interrupted for...

MAIN FEATURES 1-9 1 Energy saving features This product has the following two power reducing modes that conform to theEnergy Star guidelines to help conserve natural resources and reduceenvironmental pollution. Preheat mode The preheat mode is the first level of power reduction. The power is reduced...

1-10 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Exterior Saddle stitch finisher (AR-F16) *1 / Finisher (AR-F15) *1 (See page 3-2) Punch module (AR-PN4A) *1 (See page 3-2) Inserter (AR-CF2) *1 (See page 3-14) Automatic document feeder (See page 4-2) This automatically feeds and scans multiple sheetoriginals. Both side...

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS 1-11 1 Interior Duplex unit Open this cover to remove a misfeed from thefusing unit area. Fusing unit Toner images are fused here. Cover of the duplex unit Open when a misfeed has occurred in duplex unit. Toner cartridge *2 This holds toner for printing. The toner cartridgem...

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS 1-12 ■ Other optional equipment ● Network expansion kit (MX-NBX1) This kit is required to add on the network function.When this expansion kit is installed, the machinecan be used as a network printer. ● Barcode font kit (AR-PF1) This kit adds bar code fonts to the machine. ●...

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS 1-14 Touch panel The touch panel screens shown in this manual areprinted images, and may appear different from theactual screens. ■ Using the touch panel [Example 1] Items on the touch panelare easily selectable bytouching the keyassociated with the itemwith a finger. Select...

1-17 1 TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF The machine has two power switches. The main power switch can be found at the upper right after the front coveris opened. The power switch is located at the upper left of the right side of the machine.The two switches are normally used as follows: Main power switc...

1-18 AUDITING MODE Auditing mode can be enabled to keep track of the number of pages printed and transmitted (scanned) by eachaccount (up to 500 accounts can be established). The page counts can be viewed and totaled as needed.<This mode is enabled in the administrator settings separately for the...

2-1 CHAPTER 2 MANAGING THE MACHINE This chapter explains how to load paper, replace the toner cartridge, andremove paper misfeeds. It also contains information about supplies. Page LOADING PAPER ................................................................................... 2-2 ● Identifying the...

2-2 LOADING PAPER If the paper runs out during printing, a message will appear in the display.Follow the procedure below to load paper. Identifying the trays The trays are identified using numbers as shown below.For the types and sizes of paper that can be used in each tray, see page 2-12. Loading p...

LOADING PAPER 2-3 2 3 Gently push tray 1-tray 2 into the machine. Push the tray firmly allthe way into themachine. 4 Set the paper type. If the paper size was changed from an AB size to aninch size, or from an inch size to an AB size, or if thepaper type was changed, be sure to change theappropriate...

LOADING PAPER 2-4 3 Push in the paper guide so that it locksinto place. Push the paper size guide in until the hook at thebottom locks into place. (You will hear a "click"when the hook locks.) Move the paper size guideslightly to verify that it has locked into place. 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to...

LOADING PAPER 2-5 2 Loading paper in paper tray 3 Approximately 500 sheets of standard paper (80 g/ m 2 (20 lbs.)) from A3 to A5R size (11" x 17" to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R) can be loaded in tray 3. Special papers such as tabbed paper and transparency film can also be loaded. Forinformation...

LOADING PAPER 2-6 ■ Loading tabbed paper When using tabbed paper, follow the steps below to attach the special guide to the divider plate at the bottomedge of the tabbed paper. (Tabbed paper cannot be used in tray 4.) 1 Take out the tabbed paper guide. The guide is storedinside the left side of them...

LOADING PAPER 2-7 2 Loading paper in paper tray 5 (optional large capacity trayAR-LC6) The large capacity tray can hold up to 3,500 sheets of A4 size (8-1/2" x 11") SHARP standard paper (80 g /m 2 (20 lbs.)). If you wish to change the paper size, please consult your dealer (the paper size mu...

LOADING PAPER 2-8 Loading paper in paper tray 5 (optional large capacity trayAR-LC7) An optional large capacity tray (AR-LC7) is available for the machine. The AR-LC7 can hold up to 3000 sheets of80 g /m 2 (20 lbs.) paper. (See the following "Specifications" for the types of paper that can b...

LOADING PAPER 2-9 2 ■ Loading paper in the AR-LC7 If the paper runs out during printing, a message will appear in the display. Follow the procedure below to loadpaper. 1 Pull the tray out until it stops. Pull the finger grip upand pull the tray outuntil it stops. 2 Place the paper on the paper table...

LOADING PAPER 2-10 Loading paper in the bypass tray The bypass tray can be used to print on plain paper, postcards, label sheets, tabbed paper, and other special papers.When using SHARP standard paper, up to 100 sheets can be loaded (up to 20 postcards) for continuous printingsimilar to the other tr...

LOADING PAPER 2-13 2 ■ More information on plain paper Incorrect feeding may result in poor toner fusing (the toner does not adhere to the paper well and can be rubbedoff), skewed feeding, misfeeds, or other failures. ■ More information on special media that can be used Incorrect feeding may result ...

LOADING PAPER 2-14 Setting the paper type and paper size Follow these steps to change the paper type setting when the paper type has been changed in a paper tray. For thepaper types that can be used in each tray, see page 2-12. 1 Press the [SYSTEM SETTINGS] key. The system settingmenu screen willapp...

LOADING PAPER 2-15 2 8 Touch the [OK] key in the size settingscreen. You will return to the tray setting screen of step 4. 9 Select output functions that can be usedwith the selected tray. Touch the checkboxesunder the desired itemsto select them. ■ User type Select a "User type" when the na...

LOADING PAPER 2-16 ■ Programming and editing paper types To program or edit the name of a paper type or set paper attributes, follow the steps below. 1 Touch the [PAPER TYPE REGISTRATION]key. 2 Select the paper type that you wish toprogram or edit. 3 Touch the [TYPE NAME] key. A character entry scre...

LOADING PAPER 2-17 2 Setting the paper size when a special size is loaded 1 Perform steps 1 through 5 of "Setting thepaper type and paper size" (see page 2-14). 2 Touch the [SIZE INPUT] key and thentouch the [AB] tab. The size entry paletteappears. 3 Touch the key or the key to enter the X (...

2-18 SYSTEM SETTINGS The system settings can be used as needed to meet the needs of your workplace. The items that can be set with thesystem settings are shown below. ● Total count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The number of pages processed by the machine and optional equipment can be displaye...

SYSTEM SETTINGS 2-20 About the settings ■ Total count This displays the following sheet counts (thecounts that can be displayed vary depending onthe options installed): Number of pages output by the machine.Number of original pages transmitted by themachine.Number of times the automatic document fee...

2-21 2 REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES When toner runs low, a message will appear to inform you that the toner cartridge must be replaced. Follow the steps below to replace the toner car tridge. 1 Open the front cover. 2 Remove the toner cartridge gently. Hold the toner cartridgewith both hands assho...

2-22 STORAGE OF SUPPLIES Standard supplies for this product that can replaced by the user include paper, toner cartridges, and staple cartridgesfor the finisher. ■ Proper storage 1. Store the supplies in a location that is: ● clean and dry, ● at a stable temperature, ● not exposed to direct sunlight...

2-23 2 MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed has occurred during printing, the message "A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED". will appear in the touchpanel display of the operation panel and printing including copying and facsimile output will stop. The approximatemisfeed locations are indicated with " "...

MISFEED REMOVAL 2-24 Misfeed in the transport area, fusing area, and exit area 1 Remove the duplex unit. Grasp the finger holdand gently open the unit. 2 Remove the misfed paper as shown in theillustrations below. Misfed in the transport area Turn roller rotating knobA in the direction of thearrow t...

MISFEED REMOVAL 2-25 2 Misfeed in the duplex unit 1 Remove the duplex unit. Grasp the finger holdand gently open the unit. 2 Open the cover of the duplex unit. 3 Remove the misfed paper. Misfeed in upper part of unit Be careful not to tear themisfed paper duringremoval. Misfeed in lower part of unit...

MISFEED REMOVAL 2-26 Misfeed in the paper feed area ■ Misfeed in paper tray 1 - tray 2 1 Remove the duplex unit. Grasp the finger holdand gently open the unit. 2 Remove the misfed paper. Turn roller rotating knobA in the direction of thearrow to remove themisfed paper. 3 If misfed paper is not found...

MISFEED REMOVAL 2-27 2 ■ Misfeed in paper tray 3 1 Remove the duplex unit. Grasp the finger holdand gently open the unit. 2 Remove the misfed paper. Turn roller rotating knobA in the direction of thearrow to remove themisfed paper. 3 Open the lower cover on the left side of themachine. Grasp the fin...

MISFEED REMOVAL 2-28 ■ Misfeed in the bypass tray 1 Remove the misfed paper from the bypasstray. Be careful not to tear themisfed paper duringremoval. 2 If you did not find a misfeed in step 1, openthe side cover and remove the misfeed. 3 Gently close the side cover. 4 Remove tray 1 - tray 2. Grasp ...

MISFEED REMOVAL 2-29 2 ■ Misfeed in the tray 5 (AR-LC6) 1 Open the side cover. 2 Remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear themisfed paper duringremoval. 3 Gently close the side cover. 4 Close the bypass tray. 5 Open the top cover of tray 5. 6 Open the top cover and remove the misfedpaper. Aft...

2-31 2 REMOVING AN ORIGINAL MISFEED Removing a misfed original from the automatic document feeder If an original misfeed occurs in the automatic document feeder, follow the steps below to remove the misfed original. Check locations A and B in the diagram at left toremove the original. 1 Removing mis...

2-32 TROUBLESHOOTING Check the following troubleshooting list before requesting service as many problems can be fixed by the user. If youare unable to solve the problem by checking the list, turn off the main power switch and the power switch, unplug thepower cord.Problems related to general use of ...

3-1 CHAPTER 3 PERIPHERAL DEVICES This chapter explains the procedures for using the optional finisher,saddle stitch finisher, and inserter, as well as Sharp OSA (applicationcommunication module and external account module). Page FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER.......................................

3-2 FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER The finisher and the saddle stitch finisher include the offset function, which offsets each set of copies from thepreceding set for easy separation. Each set of sorted copies can also be stapled. The saddle stitch finisher canautomatically staple a set of copi...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-3 3 *For index paper, equivalent to 140-lbs. *1 Multiple punch modules cannot be installed together. Some models may not be available in some regions. *2 With AR-PN4B, two or three holes can be punched depending on the paper size. *3 With AR-PN4C and AR-PN4D, th...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-4 Finishing methods ■ Sort mode Sorted sets will be delivered. ■ Group mode Groups of copies of the same page will bedelivered. ■ Offset mode Each set of copies is offset from the preceding set toallow easy separation.(The offset function operates in the finishe...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-5 3 ■ Original orientation when using the staple sort or punch function When using the staple sort or punch function, the original must be placed in the following orientations to enablestapling or punching in the desired position on the paper. ■ Saddle stitch fu...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-6 Finishing modes and finisher functions Touch the [OUTPUT] key on the main screen of copy mode to display the screen that allows selection of sor t, staplesort, group function, centreline stapling, and the output tray. [GROUP] key (See page 3-4.) When Group is ...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-7 3 Staple cartridge replacement and staple jam removal When a finisher is installed, a message will appear when the staple cartridge runs out of staples or a staple jamoccurs.Follow the procedure below to replace the staple cartridge or remove jammed staples. ■...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-8 ■ Replacing the cartridge in the saddle stitch finisher Only when the saddle stitch finisher (AR-F16) is installed. 1 Open the lower cover of the saddle stitchfinisher. When an optionalinserter is installed,open the front cover ofthe inserter beforeopening the...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-9 3 ■ Removing a staple jam in the finisher 1 Perform steps 1 to 2 of the procedure for"Replacing the cartridge in the finisher"on page 3-7. 2 Holding the knob, lower part (A). 3 Remove any jammed staples. 4 Holding the knob, return part (A) to itsorigin...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-10 ■ Removing a staple jam in the saddle stitch finisher 1 Perform steps 1 to 3 of the procedure for"Replacing the cartridge in the saddlestitch finisher" on page 3-8. 2 Remove the empty staple case. 3 While pushing down on lever (A) , pull up knob (B) ....

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-11 3 Removing a misfeed When a misfeed occurs, remove the misfed paper as explained below. ■ General procedure for the finisher and saddle stitch finisher 1 Gently move the finisher/saddle stitchfinisher away from the machine whilepressing the button. When an in...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-12 11 Remove the misfed paper. Be careful not to tear themisfed paper duringremoval. 12 Close the entrance cover of the saddlestitch unit. 13 Turn the right-hand knob counter clockwise. Then, push the left-hand knob and turn it clockwise. 14 Remove any paper mis...

FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER 3-13 3 Troubleshooting finisher/saddle stitch finisher problems Check the list below before calling for service. * When a hole punch module is installed Problem Check Solution or cause Stapling position isnot correct(including saddlestitch). Stapling position not ...

3-14 INSERTER The inserter enables blank sheets or printed sheets to be added to copy and print output as covers or inser tswithout printing. The inserter also allows feeding of heavy paper that cannot be fed from the other trays.Printed output can also be fed one set at a time from the inserter for...

INSERTER 3-15 3 Loading paper When loading paper in the inserter, load the paper face up. If the paper has a top edge and bottom edge, load inthe same top-bottom orientation as the original. Adjust the paper guide on the paper tray to the width of the paper.When using tabbed paper, place the paper a...

INSERTER 3-16 ■ Alarm display If the [START] key indicator on the inserter operation panel is blinking and the [PUNCH] key or [STAPLE] keyindicator is also blinking or solidly lit, operation will not start when the [START] key is pressed. Resolve theproblem as indicated below, depending how the indi...

INSERTER 3-17 3 Misfeed removal When a misfeed occurs in the inserter, remove the misfed paper following the procedure below. ■ Misfeed in the inserter 1 Gently move the inserter away from themachine while pressing the button. 2 Remove the misfed paper from the mainunit. Be careful not to tear themi...

INSERTER 3-18 Troubleshooting inserter problems Check the list below before calling for service. Problem Check Solution or cause Stapling position isnot correct(including saddlestitch). The desired staple mode is not selected. Select the desired staple mode at theoperation panel of the inserter (pag...

3-19 3 SHARP OSA Sharp OSA (Open Systems Architecture) is an architecture that enables external applications to be directlyconnected to a digital multifunction machine over a network.When a digital multifunction machine that supports Sharp OSA is used, the operation panel controls and functionsof th...

APPLICATION COMMUNICATION MODULE (MX-AMX2) 3-20 ■ Selecting the standard application from document filing mode The [Sharp OSA] key appears in the upper right-hand corner of the document filing screen. Follow the stepsbelow to select a standard application. 1 Touch the [Sharp OSA] key. If no standard...

3-21 3 EXTERNAL ACCOUNT MODULE (MX-AMX3) The external account module is required to use a "external account application" on the machine.An external account application can be used in "external authentication mode" or "external count mode". Whenexternal authentication mode is ...

4-1 CHAPTER 4 MAKING COPIES This chapter explains the basic procedures for making copies, includingselection of the copy ratio and other copy settings. Page AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER ...................................................... 4-2 ● Acceptable originals ......................................

4-2 AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER The automatic document feeding function automatically feeds originals into the machine, making continuous copyingpossible. In addition, both sides of two-sided sheet originals can be simultaneously scanned. This function isconvenient when you have a large number of orig...

4-3 4 PLACING ORIGINALS ■ Using the automatic documentfeeder 1 Open the document cover, make sure thatan original has not been left on thedocument glass, and then gently close thedocument cover. 2 Adjust the original guides to the size of theoriginals. 3 Place the originals face up in thedocument fe...

PLACING ORIGINALS 4-4 ■ Standard original placement orientations Place originals in thedocument feeder tray or onthe document glass so thatthe top and bottom of theoriginal is positioned asshown in the illustration. If not,staples will be incorrectlypositioned and some specialfeatures may not give t...

4-5 4 CHECKING THE SIZE OF A PLACEDORIGINAL If the placed original is a standard size, the size will be automaticallydetected (automatic original detection function) and displayed in the touchpanel. Make sure that the correct size has been detected.(A) : The original size is displayed.(B) : [AUTO] a...

4-6 STORING, DELETING, AND USINGORIGINAL SIZES Up to 9 special original sizes can be stored. Stored sizes can be easily called up and are not erased if the power isturned off. Storing a frequently used original size saves you the trouble of manually setting the size each time youcopy that size of do...

4-7 4 NORMAL COPYING This section describes the normal copying procedure. Making copies with the automatic document feedingfunction ■ 1-sided copies of 1-sided originals 1 Place the originals in the document feedertray. (pages 4-3 to 4-6) 2 Ensure that the 1-sided to 1-sided copymode is selected. Th...

NORMAL COPYING 4-8 7 Select the desired output mode (page 4-9). The sort mode is thedefault mode.To select the groupmode, touch the[OUTPUT] key, thentouch the [GROUP] keyon the output setting screen, and then touch the [OK] key on the settingscreen. 8 Use the numeric keys to set the desirednumber of...

NORMAL COPYING 4-10 Automatic two-sided copying using the automaticdocument feeding function The machine can automatically copy two-sided originals, saving you the trouble of manually turning over eachoriginal page. 1. Automatic two-sided copying from one-sided originals 2. Automatic two-sided copyi...

NORMAL COPYING 4-11 4 Copying from the document glass When copying originals which cannot be fed from the automatic document feeder such as thick originals, open thedocument cover and copy the originals from the document glass. ■ 1-sided copies of 1-sided originals 1 Place the original on the docume...

NORMAL COPYING 4-13 4 Automatic two-sided copying from the document glass The following two-sided copying function is possible. The copy paper is turned over automatically, allowing easy two-sided copying. 1 Place an original on the document glass.(pages 4-3 to 4-6) ● Align the corner of the origina...

4-14 ADJUSTING THE EXPOSURE Select an appropriate exposure mode for the original to be copied. The selections are AUTO, TEXT, TEXT/PHOTOand PHOTO. ■ Automatic exposure adjustment The default exposuresetting is "AUTO", whichautomatically adjuststhe exposure for theoriginal. To select theexpos...

4-20 SPECIAL PAPERS Special papers including transparency film, postcards and tabbed paper must be fed through the bypass tray. 1 Place the original in the document feedertray or on the document glass. (pages 4-3to 4-6) 2 Load the special paper in the bypass tray. See page 2-12 for thespecifications...

5-1 CHAPTER 5 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS This chapter explains special-purpose functions, storing of copysettings, and other convenient functions. Please select and readsections of this chapter as needed. Page SPECIAL MODES ................................................................................

5-2 SPECIAL MODES Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key in the main screen of copy mode to open the special modes screen. The followingfunctions can be selected in the special modes screen. Margin shift (page 5-3) Erase (page 5-4) Dual page copy (page 5-5) Pamphlet copy (page 5-6) Job build (page 5-8) Tande...

SPECIAL MODES 5-3 5 Margin shift The margin shift function will automatically shift the text or image on the copy paper approximately 10 mm (1/2") inits initial setting. This function is convenient when stapling or binding copies with a string. 1 Touch the [MARGIN SHIFT] key on thespecial modes ...

SPECIAL MODES 5-4 Erase The erase function is used to erase the shadow lines on copies produced when copying thick originals or books. Theerase modes that can be selected are shown below. The erase width is approximately 10 mm (1/2") in it's initialsetting. EDGE ERASE Eliminates shadow lines aro...

SPECIAL MODES 5-5 5 Dual page copy The dual page copy function produces separate copies of two documents placed side by side on the document glass.This function is especially useful when copying books and other bound documents. [Example] Copying right and left pages of a book 1 Touch the [DUAL PAGE ...

SPECIAL MODES 5-6 Pamphlet copy The pamphlet copy function is used to arrange copies in proper order for eventual centre-stapling and folding into abooklet. Two original pages are copied onto each side of copy paper. Four pages are, therefore, copied onto one sheet.This function is convenient for ar...

SPECIAL MODES 5-7 5 5 Select whether or not you wish to copy onthe cover ("YES" or "NO"). 6 Select the paper tray for the cover. The currently selected paper tray for thecover is displayed. The size and type of paper in the currentlyselected tray isdisplayed. In the example screen ab...

SPECIAL MODES 5-8 Job build Use job build mode when you need to copy more original pages than can be loaded at once in the document feeder(the maximum number of pages that can be loaded is 150). This function allows the original pages to be scanned insets. [Example] Copying 300 pages of A4 originals...

SPECIAL MODES 5-9 5 ■ Changing the copy settings for each set of originals When using job build mode, you can change the copy settings each time you place a set of originals.After performing step 4 on page 5-8, follow the steps below. 5 Touch the [CHANGE] key. 6 Select the desired copy settings in t...

SPECIAL MODES 5-10 Tandem copy Two machines connected to the same network can be used to run a large copy job in parallel.By dividing the job in half, approximately half the time is required to complete the job.To use this function, two machines must be connected to your network as network printers....

SPECIAL MODES 5-12 Covers/inserts A different type of paper can be inserted in positions corresponding to front and back covers of a copy job when theautomatic document feeding function is used. A different type of paper can also be automatically added as an insertat specified pages.As an example, t...

SPECIAL MODES 5-13 5 ■ Procedure for inserting front and back cover paper The paper for the front cover is called the front cover paper ("FRONT COVER" in the touch panel). The paperfor the back cover is called the back cover paper ("BACK COVER" in the touch panel). ● Examples of inse...

SPECIAL MODES 5-14 ■ Procedure for adding inserts You can have different paper automatically inserted as an insert at a specified pages. Two types of insert papercan be used. These are specified with the [INSERTION TYPE A SETTING] key and [INSERTION TYPE BSETTING] in the touch panel. Tabbed paper ca...

SPECIAL MODES 5-17 5 ■ Examples of covers and inserts The relations between the originals and finished copies when covers or inserts are inserted are shown on thefollowing pages. Covers ● One-sided copying of one-sided originals(page 5-18) ● One-sided copying of two-sided originals(page 5-20) ● Two-...

SPECIAL MODES 5-23 5 Transparency film with insert sheets When copying onto transparency film, blank insert sheets can be placed between transparent sheets. ● This function only operates in "one-sided to one-sided" and "two-sided to one-sided" modes. ● Multiple copies cannot be selec...

SPECIAL MODES 5-24 7 Set the insertion conditions for the insertpaper. Select whether or not the insert paper will becopied on with the (X) keys ([YES] or [NO]). If[YES] is selected, insert paper cannot be fedfrom an inserter. The (Y) key shows the tray selected for the insertpaper and the paper siz...

SPECIAL MODES 5-26 Book copy This function is convenient when you wish to compile copies of books or other bound originals into an attractivepamphlet format. The two pages of the open book are scanned as a set, and two pages each are copied onto thefront and back sides of the copy paper (four pages ...

SPECIAL MODES 5-27 5 Tab copy Copying is possible on the tabs of tabbed paper. Prepare appropriate originals for the tab captions.[Example] Relations between originals and tabbed paper Original Tabbed paper Copy Tab width A4 : Maximum of 20 mm (8-1/2" x 11" : Maximum of 5/8") INDEX INDEX...

SPECIAL MODES 5-28 1 Touch the [TAB COPY] key in the specialmodes screen (2nd screen). The TAB COPY settingscreen will appear. Atab copy icon ( ) will also appear in theupper left corner of thescreen to indicate thatthe function is turnedon. 2 If necessary, set the image shift width (tab)and touch t...

SPECIAL MODES 5-29 5 Card shot When copying a card, this function allows you to combine the front and back sides on a single sheet of paper. ● Copying is only possible on standard size paper. ● A copy ratio cannot be selected when using thisfunction. ● The image cannot be rotated when using thisfunc...

SPECIAL MODES 5-30 4 Touch the outer [OK] key. You will return to themain screen of copymode. 5 Place the original on the document glass. Place the front side ofthe original face downand close thedocument cover. 6 Follow steps 4 through 5 of "Copying fromthe document glass" (page 4-12). 7 Pr...

SPECIAL MODES 5-31 5 Mirror image This function is used to print a mirror image of the original. The images will be inverted in the right to left directionon the copies. 1 Touch the [MIRROR IMAGE] key in thespecial modes screen (3rd screen). The [MIRROR IMAGE]key will be highlighted toindicate that ...

SPECIAL MODES 5-33 5 ■ Common operation procedure for using the print menu 1 Touch the [PRINT MENU] key in the specialmodes screen (3rd screen). The print menu settingscreen will appear. Theprint menu icon ( ) will also appear in the upperleft corner of the screento indicate that thefunction is turn...

SPECIAL MODES 5-34 8 Check the print layout if needed (page 5-43). To display the layoutand print content of theconfigured print menu,touch the [LAYOUT]key. The position canbe changed andsettings cancelled ifneeded. 9 Touch the [OK] key on the print menusetting screen. 10 Touch the [OK] key on the s...

SPECIAL MODES 5-35 5 ■ Printing the date on copies The date can be printed on copies. Four selections each are available for the date format and the character thatseparates the year, month, and day. 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of "Commonoperation procedure for using the printmenu" (page 5-33). 2 ...

SPECIAL MODES 5-36 ■ Printing a stamp (reverse text) on copies A message such as "CONFIDENTIAL" can be printed in reverse text on copies.The following 12 messages are available. You can select from three density levels for the background of the stamp.Two selections are available for the size...

SPECIAL MODES 5-37 5 ■ Printing the page number on copies The page number can be printed on copies. One of 6 formats can be selected for the page number. 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of "Commonoperation procedure for using the printmenu" (page 5-33). 2 Touch the [PAGE NUMBERING] key. 3 Select the ...

SPECIAL MODES 5-39 5 Examples of page number printing Page number printing during one-sided copying (5 originals) Page number printing during two-sided copying (9 originals) Page number printing during one-sided copying of body pages with covers inserted (4 originals) When a back cover is inserted, ...

SPECIAL MODES 5-41 5 ■ Printing entered text on copies Entered text can be printed on copies. Up to 50 characters can be printed.Up to 30 sequences of frequently used text can be stored. See "Storing text sequences" (page 5-42). 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of "Commonoperation procedure for us...

SPECIAL MODES 5-42 Storing text sequences 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of "Commonoperation procedure for using the printmenu" (page 5-33). 2 Touch the [TEXT] key. 3 Touch the [STORE/DELETE] key. 4 Touch a key that has not beenprogrammed (a key in which No. xxappears). When touched, the character e...

SPECIAL MODES 5-43 5 ■ Checking and changing the print layout You can check the print layout after the print items have been selected. If needed you can change the printposition or delete print content. 1 Touch the [LAYOUT] key on the print menuscreen. 2 Touch the key in which you wish to changethe ...

5-44 STORING, USING AND DELETINGJOB PROGRAMS The steps of up to 10 copy jobs can be stored as job programs. Job programs can be called up with ease, and areretained even when the power is turned off. By storing frequently used copy settings in a job program, you caneliminate the bother of selecting ...

STORING, USING AND DELETING JOB PROGRAMS 5-45 5 Calling up a job program 1 Press the [#/P] key. 2 Touch the number key of the desired jobprogram. The screenautomatically closes andthe job program is calledup. A number key thatdoes not have a jobprogram cannot beselected. 3 Set the number of copies i...

5-46 INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN The copy of the original scanned in interrupt mode is output before the remainder of the interrupted copy job. 1 Touch the [INTERRUPT] key. If interrupt copying ispossible during a copyrun, the [INTERRUPT]key will appear. (If thekey does not appear,interrupt copying is n...

6-1 CHAPTER 6 MACHINE MAINTENANCE (FOR COPYING) This chapter explains procedures for cleaning the machine, andtroubleshooting. Page USER MAINTENANCE ........................................................................... 6-2 ● Cleaning the document glass and the automatic document feeder ..........

6-2 USER MAINTENANCE To ensure good service from this product over a long period of time, it is recommended that the followingmaintenance procedures be performed on a regular basis. Cleaning the document glass and the automatic documentfeeder If the document glass, document cover or automatic docume...

7-1 CHAPTER 7 DOCUMENT FILING FUNCTION Page OVERVIEW ............................................................................................. 7-2 ● Document filing function .................................................................. 7-2 TO USE THE DOCUMENT FILING FUNCTION...................

7-2 OVERVIEW Document filing function The document filing function allows you to save a document image in the machine's hard disk as a data file. Theimage can be called up and printed or transmitted as needed.The scanned document image is saved when printing or transmitting a document in copy mode, ...

OVERVIEW 7-3 7 ■ Quick File folder When [QUICK FILE FOLDER] is selected in the main screen of any of the modes, the file is saved in this folder.Up to 1000 files can be saved in the Quick File folder. All files in the Quick File Folder can be deleted using theadministrator settings. If you have a fi...

7-4 TO USE THE DOCUMENT FILING FUNCTION A look at the operation panel Touch panel (see the next page) This displays messages and keys. Keys can betouched to select and enter settings.When a key is touched, a beep will sound and thekey will be highlighted to indicate that it is selected.When a key ca...

TO USE THE DOCUMENT FILING FUNCTION 7-5 7 Main screen of document filing To display the main screen of document filing, pressthe [DOCUMENT FILING] key when the touch panelshows the copy mode screen, image send mode, or thejob status screen.The main screen shows messages, keys, and itemsthat can be s...

7-6 SAVING A DOCUMENT IMAGE FILE Quick File When printing or transmitting a document in copy mode, printer mode, or fax/image transmission mode,"QUICKFILE" can be selected to save an image of the document to the Quick File folder.The image can be called up at a later time, allowing you to pr...

SAVING A DOCUMENT IMAGE FILE 7-7 7 Filing When printing or transmitting a document in copy mode, printer mode, or image send mode, "FILE" can be selectedto save an image of the document to the main folder or a previously created custom folder. The image can be calledup at a later time, allow...

SAVING A DOCUMENT IMAGE FILE 7-9 7 Print jobs Print jobs sent to the machine using the machine'sprinter driver can be saved in the main folder or apreviously created custom folder when printed. Thesaved print data can be called up and printed ortransmitted without having to open the original file on...

SAVING A DOCUMENT IMAGE FILE 7-10 Scan Save Scan save is used to save a scanned document image in the main folder or the custom folder without copying or transmitting it. 1 Press the [DOCUMENT FILING] key on theoperation panel. 2 Touch the [SCAN TO HDD] key. 3 Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key. Select a...

SAVING A DOCUMENT IMAGE FILE 7-11 7 11 Touch the [RESOLUTION] key. 12 Touch the key of the desired resolution. Select one of four resolution levels as appropriatefor the original. The selected resolution key is highlighted. 13 Touch the [OK] key. You will return to thescreen of step 11. 14 Touch the...

SAVING A DOCUMENT IMAGE FILE 7-12 ■ Using special functions for scan save Touch the [SPECIAL MODES] key in the main scan save screen to display the special modes screen.The functions below can be selected in this screen. [ERASE] key (see page 5-4) Use this function to erase shadows that can appearar...

7-13 7 CALLING UP AND USING A FILE Searching for and calling up a saved file When calling up a file, you can enter the file name, folder name, or user name to quickly search for the file.To search for a file, touch the [SEARCH] key in the main screen of document filing mode or in a screen that shows...

CALLING UP AND USING A FILE 7-15 7 Calling up and using a saved file A file saved with the document filing function can be called up and printed or manipulated as needed.The following operations can be performed: ● [Print] : Print the file (page 7-17). ● [Send] : Transmit the saved file (page 7-20)....

CALLING UP AND USING A FILE 7-16 5 Touch the key of the operation that youwish to perform. (1) [PRINT] key (see page 7-17) (2) [SEND] key (see page 7-20) (3) [PROPERTY CHANGE] key (see page 7-21) (4) [MOVE] key (see page 7-22) (5) [DELETE] key (see page 7-22) (6) [DETAIL] key (see page 7-22) The set...

CALLING UP AND USING A FILE 7-18 ■ Batch printing All files in a folder that have the same user name and password can be printed at once. 1 Touch the [BATCH P.] key in the file listscreen of document filing mode. To print all files of aspecific type of job,touch the desired jobtab. The files shown o...

CALLING UP AND USING A FILE 7-21 7 [SEND SETTINGS] key The [SEND SETTINGS] key is displayed inscanner mode and in Internet fax mode.Touch this key to set the subject and file name. Inscanner mode, the sender name can also be set. [SUB ADDRESS] key or [ADDRESS ENTRY] key ● Touch this key to directly ...

CALLING UP AND USING A FILE 7-23 7 ■ Calling up and manipulating a file from the job status screen Files saved using the "FILE" and "QUICK FILE" functions appear as keys in the finished job status screen.You can view information on a file that appears in this screen and manipulate th...

7-24 SYSTEM SETTINGS Creating, editing, and deleting user names and folders This section explains how to create, edit, and delete user names and custom folders for saving files with thedocument filing function. User names and custom folders are created and edited at the operation panel of themachine...

SYSTEM SETTINGS 7-25 7 ■ Programming a user name To program a user name, follow steps 1 and 2 on page 7-24, touch the [USER NAME REGISTRATION] key instep 3, and then follow these steps: 1 Touch the [USER NAME] key. The lowest number thathas not yet beenprogrammed appearsautomatically in "No."...

SYSTEM SETTINGS 7-26 ■ Editing and deleting a user name To edit or delete a user name, follow steps 1 and 2 on page 7-24 and then follow these steps: 1 Touch the [AMEND/DELETE USER NAME]key. 2 Touch the [USER NAME] key that you wishto edit or delete. A password entry screen will appear. 3 Enter the ...

SYSTEM SETTINGS 7-27 7 ■ Creating a custom folder Up to 500 custom folders can be created. When no further folders can be created, delete unneeded folders (page7-28) and then create a new folder. A password can be omitted when creating a folder. To create a custom folder,follow steps 1 and 2 on page...

SYSTEM SETTINGS 7-28 9 Touch the [OK] key. 10 To exit, touch the [EXIT] key. To createanother folder, touch the [NEXT] key. If you touched the [EXIT]key, you will return to thescreen of step 3 on page7-24. If you touched the[NEXT] key, a new folderscreen will appear.Repeat steps 1 to 10 to create a ...

7-29 7 ENTERING CHARACTERS To enter or edit characters in setting screens such as auto dial key programming screens, follow the steps below.Characters that can be entered are alphabetical characters, special characters, numbers, and symbols. ■ Entering alphabetical characters (Example: Sharp äÄ) 1 T...

ENTERING CHARACTERS 7-30 ■ Entering numbers and symbols 1 Touch the [AB/ab 12#$%] key. When the characters "12#$%" are highlighted,number/symbol entry mode is selected. 2 Enter the desired number or symbol. Numbers and symbols that can be entered are asfollows: Screen 1/2 Screen 2/2 Change s...

8-1 CHAPTER 8 SPECIFICATIONS This chapter contains useful information about the machine. Page SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................... 8-2 INDEX .....................................................................................................

8-2 SPECIFICATIONS Automatic document feeder Type Console Print system Electrophotographic system Exposure system OPC Developer system Dry-type two-component magnetic brush development Paper feed system 4 trays and bypass tray Fusing system Heater roller Resolution Scan: 600 x 600 dpi, output: 600 x...

8-4 INDEX [ ] key................................................................. 1-13 [#/P] key ............................................................... 1-13 ■ Numerics 1-sided copy .................................................. 4-7, 4-111-sided copy-Automatic document feeder .............

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