Sharp AR-M550N User manual

PART 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
•BEFORE USING
THE PRODUCT
•
MANAGING THE MACHINE
•PERIPHERAL DEVICES
PART 2: COPIER OPERATION
•MAKING COPIES
•CONVENIENT COPY
FUNCTIONS
•
MACHINE MAINTENANCE
(FOR COPYING)
•DOCUMENT FILING
FUNCTION
•
SPECIFICATIONS
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OPERATION MANUAL
(for general information and copier operation)
(Option) Saddle stitch finisher + Punch module
+ Inserter + Large capacity tray
MODEL
AR-M550U
AR-M620U
AR-M700U
AR-M550N
AR-M620N
AR-M700N
DIGITAL LASER COPIER/PRINTER
DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL
SYSTEM
Be sure to become thoroughly familiar with this manual to
gain the maximum benefit from the product.
Before installing this product, be sure to read the
installation requirements and cautions sections.
Be sure to keep all operation manuals handy for reference
including this manual, the "Operation manual (for general
information and copier operation)" and operation manuals
for any optional equipment which has been installed.

Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Model Number: AR-M550U/AR-M550N/AR-M620U/AR-M620N/AR-M700U/AR-M700N
AR-M550U J/AR-M550N J/AR-M620U J/AR-M620N J/AR-M700U J/AR-M700N J
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undersired operation.
Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL:1-800-BE-SHARP
The power switch positions are marked " I " to indicate power "ON" and " " to indicate stand-by.
In the stand-by position, power is being supplied to a drying heater within the paper tray and sensor system in the
printer.
Caution:
For complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
FOR YOUR RECORDS ...
To protect against loss or theft, record and retain for reference the machine's serial number located on the back
of the unit.
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase
Authorized Sharp Printer
Service Department Number
WARNING:
FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved
by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Shielded Network cable, USB cable and Centronics cable must be used with this equipment to maintain
compliance with FCC regulations.

Part 1: General Information

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PRODUCT CONFIGURATIONS
The table below shows the product models covered by this manual.
(As of February 2004)
OPERATION MANUALS
The following operation manuals are provided for the machine. Please read the appropriate manuals as needed for
the features you wish to learn about.
●Operation manual (for general information and copier operation) (this manual):
The first half of this manual provides general information about the machine, including safety information, loading
paper, removing misfeeds, and regular maintenance.
The second half of the manual explains how to use the copy and document filing functions.
●Key operator's guide:
This primarily explains key operator programs for machine management and copier related functions. Key
operator programs for the printer and network scanner functions are explained in the manuals for those functions.
Key operator programs are used by key operators to configure function settings to meet the needs of the
customer.
●Operation manual (for facsimile)
This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a facsimile. To use the fax function, the facsimile
expansion kit must be installed.
●Software setup guide (for printer)
This explains how to connect the machine to your computer, install the printer driver for Windows, and configure
the printer driver settings.
●Operation manual (for printer)*
This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a printer.
●Operation manual (for network scanner)*
This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a network scanner when connected to a computer.
To use the network scanner function, the machine must be configured for use as a network printer and the AR-
NS3 network scanner expansion kit must be installed.
* The Operation manual (for printer) and the Operation manual (for network scanner) are provided as PDF files
in the CD-ROM.
These manuals are not provided as printed manuals.
NOTES
●Considerable care has been taken in preparing this manual. If you have any comments or concerns about the
manual, please contact your nearest SHARP Service Department.
●This product has undergone strict quality control and inspection procedures. In the unlikely event that a defect
or other problem is discovered, please contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department.
●Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during 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.
The display screens, messages, and key names shown in the manual may differ from those on the actual machine
due to product improvements and modifications.
Model Product configuration
AR-M550U/AR-M620U/AR-M700U Digital Laser Copier/Printer
AR-M550N/AR-M620N/AR-M700N Digital Multifunctional System

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Improper installation may damage this product. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the
machine 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 specified voltage and
current requirements. Also make certain the
outlet is properly grounded.
●For the power supply requirements, see the
name plate on the back of the main unit.
3.Do not install your machine in areas that are:
●damp, humid, or very dusty
●exposed to direct sunlight
●poorly ventilated
●subject to extreme temperature or humidity
changes, e.g., near an air conditioner or
heater.
4.Be sure to allow the required space around the
machine for servicing and proper ventilation.
A small amount of ozone is produced within the printer during operation. The emission level is insufficient to cause
any health hazard.
NOTE:
The present recommended long term exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 ppm (0.2 mg/m3) calculated as an 8 hr. time-
weighted average concentration.
However, since the small amount that is emitted may have an objectionable odor, it is advisable to place the copier
in a ventilated area.
6-1/8"
(15cm)
23-5/8"
(60cm)
11-13/16"
(30cm)
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

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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 stand/paper drawer units.
These adjusters should be lowered until they contact the floor.
When moving the machine with the optional stand/paper drawer, be
sure to raise the adjusters. Also, unlock the two casters at the front of
the optional stand/paper drawer. After moving the machine, lower the
four adjusters until they reach the floor and lock the two casters.
5.Do not make any modifications to this machine. Doing so may result in
personal injury or damage to the machine.
6.Since this machine is heavy, it is recommended that it be moved by
more than one person to prevent injury.
7.When connecting this machine to a computer, be sure to first turn both
the computer and the machine off.
8.Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by
law. The following items are normally prohibited from printing by
national law. Other items may be prohibited by local law.
●Money ●Stamps ●Bonds ●Stocks
●Bank drafts ●Checks ●Passports ●Driver's licenses
Caution:
This connector (A) is only intended for service purposes.
Any connection to this terminal may cause malfunctions of the machine.
Instruction for service technician:
The cable length for the service terminal has to be less than 118" (3m).
The machine includes the document filing function, which stores document image data on the machine's hard disk.
Stored documents can be called up and printed or transmitted as needed. If a hard disk failure occurs, it will no
longer be possible to call up the stored document data. To prevent the loss of important documents in the unlikely
event of a hard disk failure, keep the originals of important documents or store the original data elsewhere.
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.
"BATTERY DISPOSAL"
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A LITHIUM PRIMARY MEMORY BACK-UP BATTERY THAT MUST BE
DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SHARP DEALER OR AUTHORIZED SERVICE
REPRESENTATIVE FOR ASSISTANCE IN DISPOSING OF THIS BATTERY.
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and a fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance:
www.eia.org
Fusing unit
Adjuster
Lock
Release
(A)
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CAUTIONS
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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 mm
70 cpm model: (2.7 µs ± 2.7 ns)/7 mm
Europe: 55 cpm / 62 cpm model: (3.7 µs ± 3.7 ns)/7 mm
70 cpm model: (3.2 µs ± 3.2 ns)/7 mm
Output power Max 0.8 mW
At the production line, the output power of the scanner unit is adjusted to 0.8 MILLIWATT PLUS 10 % and is maintained
constant by the operation of the Automatic Power Control (APC).
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
For North America:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This Digital Equipment is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the CDRH standards. This
means that the equipment does not produce hazardous laser radiation. For your safety, observe the precautions below.
●Do not remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers.
●The equipment's exterior covers contain several safety interlock switches. Do not bypass any safety interlock by
inserting wedges or other items into switch slots.
For Europe:
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN INTERLOCKS
DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE
TO BEAM.
VORSICHT
UNSICHTBARE
LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN
ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG
ÜBERBRÜCKT. NICHT DEM
STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
ADVARSEL
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING
VED ÅBNING, NÅR
SIKKERHEDSBRYDERE ER
UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ
UDSAETTELSE FOR
STRÅLNING.
VAROITUS!
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN
MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ
KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA
MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA
ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1
YLITTÄVÄLLE
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VARNING
OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ
ANNAT SÄTT ÄN I DENNA
BRUKSANVISNING
SPECIFICERATS, KAN
ANVÄNDAREN UTSÄTTAS FÖR
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING,
SOM ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN
FÖR LASERKLASS 1.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
CAUTION
VORSICHT
ADVARSEL
ADVERSEL
VARNING
VARO!
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
Laserstrahl
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERERÜCKT. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER
UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅUDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING.
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS BRYTES.
UNNGÅEKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRRAR ÄR
URKOPPLADE. STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
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CONTENTS
Page
PRODUCT CONFIGURATIONS.................................. 0-1
OPERATION MANUALS.............................................. 0-1
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.............................. 0-2
CAUTIONS................................................................... 0-3
●Laser Information ................................................. 0-4
CONTENTS ................................................................. 0-5
CHAPTER 1
BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT
INTRODUCTION.......................................................... 1-2
MAIN FEATURES ........................................................ 1-3
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ............................... 1-9
●Exterior................................................................. 1-9
●Interior .................................................................. 1-10
●Operation panel.................................................... 1-12
●Touch panel ......................................................... 1-13
TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF.......................1-16
AUDITING MODE ........................................................ 1-17
●Using the machine when the auditing mode is
enabled ................................................................ 1-17
CHAPTER 2
MANAGING THE MACHINE
LOADING PAPER........................................................ 2-2
●Identifying the trays .............................................. 2-2
●Loading paper in paper tray 1 - tray 2 ..................2-2
●Loading paper in paper tray 3 ..............................2-3
●Changing the paper size in paper tray 3 .............. 2-3
●Changing the paper size in paper tray 4 .............. 2-4
●Loading paper in paper tray 5 (optional large
capacity tray)
.................................................................. 2-5
●Specifications (optional large capacity tray)......... 2-5
●Loading paper in the bypass tray.........................2-6
●Specifications of paper trays (Types and sizes of
paper that can be used in the trays)..................... 2-8
●Setting the paper type and paper size .................2-10
●Setting the paper size when a special size is
loaded .................................................................. 2-12
CUSTOM SETTINGS................................................... 2-13
●General procedure for custom settings ................2-13
●About the settings ................................................ 2-15
REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES..................2-16
STORAGE OF SUPPLIES ........................................... 2-17
MISFEED REMOVAL................................................... 2-18
●Misfeed removal guidance ................................... 2-18
●Misfeed in the transport area, fusing area, and
exit area ............................................................... 2-19
●Misfeed in the duplex unit .................................... 2-20
●Misfeed in the paper feed area ............................2-21
REMOVING AN ORIGINAL MISFEED ........................ 2-25
●Removing a misfed original from the automatic
document feeder .................................................. 2-25
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 2-26
CHAPTER 3
PERIPHERAL DEVICES
FINISHER AND SADDLE STITCH FINISHER.............3-2
●Part names ...........................................................3-2
●Specifications .......................................................3-2
●Finishing methods ................................................3-4
●Finishing modes and finisher functions ................3-6
●Staple cartridge replacement and staple jam
removal.................................................................3-7
●Removing a misfeed.............................................3-11
●Troubleshooting finisher/saddle stitch finisher
problems...............................................................3-13
INSERTER ...................................................................3-14
●Part names ...........................................................3-14
●Specifications .......................................................3-14
●Loading paper.......................................................3-15
●Manual operation of the inserter...........................3-15
●Misfeed removal ...................................................3-17
●Troubleshooting inserter problems .......................3-18
CHAPTER 4
MAKING COPIES
AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER...........................4-2
●Acceptable originals .............................................4-2
PLACING ORIGINALS .................................................4-3
CHECKING THE SIZE OF A PLACED ORIGINAL ......4-5
●Manually setting the scanning size.......................4-5
STORING, DELETING, AND USING ORIGINAL
SIZES ...........................................................................4-6
●Storing or deleting an original size .......................4-6
NORMAL COPYING.....................................................4-7
●Making copies with the automatic document
feeding function ....................................................4-7
●Automatic two-sided copying using the automatic
document feeding function ...................................4-10
●Copying from the document glass ........................4-11
●Automatic two-sided copying from the document
glass .....................................................................4-13
ADJUSTING THE EXPOSURE....................................4-14
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM........................4-15
●Automatic selection (auto image) .........................4-15
●Manual selection (preset copy ratios/zoom) .........4-16
●XY ZOOM .............................................................4-18
SPECIAL PAPERS.......................................................4-20

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CHAPTER 5
CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS
SPECIAL MODES ........................................................5-2
●General procedure for using special functions .....5-2
●Margin shift...........................................................5-3
●Erase ....................................................................5-4
●Dual page copy.....................................................5-5
●Pamphlet copy......................................................5-6
●Job build ...............................................................5-8
●Tandem copy........................................................5-9
●Covers/inserts.......................................................5-11
●Transparency film with insert sheets ....................5-22
●Multi shot ..............................................................5-23
●Book copy.............................................................5-25
●Tab copy...............................................................5-26
●Card shot
................................................................. 5-28
●Mirror image .........................................................5-30
●B/W reverse..........................................................5-30
STORING, USING AND DELETING JOB
PROGRAMS ................................................................5-31
●Storing a job program...........................................5-31
●Calling up a job program ......................................5-32
●Deleting a stored job program ..............................5-32
INTERRUPTING A COPY RUN ...................................5-33
CHAPTER 6
MACHINE MAINTENANCE (FOR
COPYING)
USER MAINTENANCE ................................................6-2
●Cleaning the document glass and the automatic
document feeder...................................................6-2
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................6-3
CHAPTER 7
DOCUMENT FILING FUNCTION
OVERVIEW ..................................................................7-2
●Document filing function .......................................7-2
TO USE THE DOCUMENT FILING FUNCTION..........7-4
●A look at the operation panel................................7-4
●Saving files ...........................................................7-4
●Main screen of document filing.............................7-5
●Document filing icons ...........................................7-5
SAVING A DOCUMENT IMAGE FILE..........................7-6
●Quick File..............................................................7-6
●Filing.....................................................................7-7
●Print jobs...............................................................7-9
●Scan Save ............................................................7-10
CALLING UP AND USING A FILE ...............................7-13
●Searching for and calling up a saved file
.............. 7-13
●Calling up and using a saved file..........................7-15
CUSTOM SETTINGS...................................................7-21
●Creating, editing, and deleting user names and
folders...................................................................7-21
ENTERING CHARACTERS .........................................7-26
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................7-28
CHAPTER 8
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS....................................................... 8-2
INDEX.......................................................................... 8-4

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CHAPTER 1
BEFORE USING THE
PRODUCT
This chapter contains basic information that should be read before using
the product.
Page
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................... 1-2
MAIN FEATURES................................................................................... 1-3
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS .......................................................... 1-9
●Exterior............................................................................................ 1-9
●Interior............................................................................................. 1-10
●Operation panel............................................................................... 1-12
●Touch panel .................................................................................... 1-13
Turning the power ON and OFF ............................................................. 1-16
AUDITING MODE ................................................................................... 1-17
●Using the machine when the auditing mode is enabled.................. 1-17

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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 manual provides general information on using the machine, such as routine maintenance and how to load paper
and remove misfeeds. It also explains how to use the copier and document filing functions.
Separate manuals have been provided for the fax function, printer function, and network scanner function.
■
■■
■Original and paper sizes
This machine allows use of standard sizes in both the inch and AB systems.
These are shown in the tables below.
■
■■
■The meaning of "R" in original and paper size indications
Some original and paper sizes can be placed in either the portrait or landscape orientations. To differentiate
between landscape and portrait, the landscape orientation size indication will contain an "R". These are indicated
as 8-1/2" x 11"R, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R, A4R, B5R, etc. Sizes that can be placed only in the landscape orientation (11"
x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13", A3, B4) do not contain the "R" in their size indication.
Sizes in the inch system Sizes in the AB system
11" x 17" (LEDGER) A3
8-1/2" x 14" (LEGAL) B4
8-1/2" x 13" (FOOLSCAP) A4
8-1/2" x 11" (LETTER) B5
7-1/4" x 10-1/2" (EXECUTIVE) A5
5-1/2" x 8-1/2" (INVOICE)
Size indication
with "R" Landscape
orientation
Size indication
without "R" Portrait orientation

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MAIN FEATURES
The digital multifunction copier is capable of performing a variety of functions. This page shows features related to
the 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 page 1-4
●XY Zoom See page 1-4
●Margin Shift See page 1-4
●Erase See page 1-4
●Dual Page Copy See page 1-4
●Pamphlet Copy See page 1-4
●Job Build See page 1-5
●Tandem Copy See page 1-5
(AR-M550N, AR-M620N or AR-M700N only)
●Covers/inserts See page 1-5
●Transparency Insert See page 1-5
●Multi Shot See page 1-5
●Book Copy See page 1-5
●Tab Copy See page 1-6
●Card Shot See page 1-6
●Job programs See page 1-6
●Mirror Image See page 1-6
●B/W Reverse See page 1-6
●Interrupting a copy run See page 1-6
●Offset mode See page 1-7
(When the Finisher or Saddle stitch finisher is installed.)
●Staple sort mode See page 1-7
(When the Finisher or Saddle stitch finisher is installed.)
●Saddle stitch See page 1-7
(When the Saddle stitch finisher is installed.)
●Hole punching See page 1-7
(When the Punch Module is installed.)
●Inserter mode See page 1-7
(When the Inserter is installed.)
●Document filing function See page 1-7
Sort See page 4-9
Copies can be collated.
Group See page 4-9
Copies can be grouped by page.
2-sided Copy See pages 4-10, 4-13
Copy onto both sides of the paper using the document
glass or the automatic document feeder.
Exposure Adjustments See page 4-14
The desired image type for the original can be
selected.
Original Copy
Original Copy
Original Copy
Exposure
Text Text/Photo Photo
Resolution
SHARP
SHARP
DarkerLighter

MAIN FEATURES
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Reduction / Enlargement See page 4-15
Copies can be enlarged or reduced to the desired
size.
XY Zoom See page 4-18
Separate ratio settings can be selected for the
length and width of a copy.
Margin Shift See page 5-3
Margins can be added to copies.
Erase See page 5-4
Shadows that appear around the edges of copies of
books or thick originals can be erased.
Dual Page Copy See page 5-5
The left and right pages of a book can be
successively copied onto separate sheets.
Pamphlet Copy See page 5-6
One-sided or two-sided pamphlet style copies can
be made.
Original
Enlargement Reduction
Copy
Original Copy
Image shifted
to the right Image shifted to the left
Margin
Margin
One-sided copying
Original
Two-sided copying
Original
Image shifted
to the right
Margin
Image shifted
to the left
Margin
Or
Original Copy
Edge erase
Center erase
Edge+Center
erase
CopyBook original
Finished copies are
folded in two.
Originals (one-sided)
12345678
7
8
5
6
3
4
Originals (two-sided)
1
2
Left binding
Right binding
First page
First page

MAIN FEATURES
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1
Job Build See page 5-8
When you have a very large number of originals, the
pages can be scanned in sets.
Tandem Copy See page 5-9
Two machines can be used to run a large copy job
in parallel.
Covers/inserts See page 5-11
Front covers, back covers, and inserts can be
added. These can also be copied on.
Transparency Insert See page 5-22
Inserts can be automatically inserted between
transparencies.
Multi Shot See page 5-23
Multiple original pages can be copied onto a
single sheet of paper in a uniform layout.
Book Copy See page 5-25
Books and other bound originals can be copied
pamphlet style.
150 sheets300 sheets 150 sheets
100 sheets 50 sets of
copies
50 sets of
copies
*AR-M550N, AR-M620N or AR-M700N only.
Front cover
Back cover
Originals
Insert sheets
Insert sheets
Originals (1-sided)
Originals (2-sided)
Copy
Originals
(1-sided)
Originals
(2-sided) Copy
CopyOriginal
Left binding
Right binding
First page
First page
First page
First page

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Tab Copy See page 5-26
Copying is possible on the tabs of tabbed paper.
Card Shot See page 5-28
The front and back of a card can be copied onto
one sheet of paper.
This function is convenient for making copies for
certification purposes and helps save paper.
Job programs See page 5-31
Various steps of a copy operation can be stored
as a program, and up to 10 programs can be
stored. Saving frequently used sets of settings in
a program saves you the trouble of selecting
those settings each time you wish to use them.
Mirror Image See page 5-30
A mirror image copy can be made.
B/W Reverse See page 5-30
White and black can be inverted on a copy to
produce a negative image.
Interrupting a copy run See page 5-33
A copy job in progress can be interrupted for a
rush job.
Original Tab paper Copy
INDEX
INDEX
Tab width
A4 : Maximum of 51/64" (20mm)
8-1/2" x 11" : Maximum of 5/8" (17mm)
Original
Example:
Portrait
8-1/2" (A4) size
Example:
Landscape
8-1/2" (A4) size
Copy
Back of
card
Front of
card
CARD CARD
CARD
JOB PROGRAMS
PRESS PROGRAM NUMBER.
RECALL
Original Copy
Original Copy
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO A4
ORIGINAL
EXPOSUR
A4
INTERRUPT

MAIN FEATURES
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Offset mode See page 3-4
Each set of output can be offset slightly from other
sets for easy separation.
Staple sort mode See page 3-4
Sets of copies can be automatically stapled.
Saddle stitch See page 3-5
When a saddle stitch finisher is installed, copies
can be automatically folded in half and stapled at
the fold. (Use with the pamphlet function (see
page 5-6) or book copy function (see page 5-25).)
Hole punching See page 3-5
Copies can be punched to add holes.
Inserter mode See page 3-14
Blank or already printed-on sheets of paper can
be added as a cover or an insert without being
printed on. The inserter can be used to feed heavy
sheets of paper that cannot be fed from other
trays.
Document filing function See chap. 7
A document image can be stored on the hard disk.
A stored file can easily be called up and printed or
transmitted.
Offset mode Non-Offset mode
*When the Finisher or Saddle stitch finisher is
installed.
Original Copy
*When the Finisher or Saddle stitch finisher is
installed.
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Saddle stitch binding
*When the Saddle stitch finisher is installed.
Original Punch positions
*When the Punch module is installed.
Original Copy
*When the Inserter is installed.
Save to
machine's
hard disk
HDD
Document
Image
Call up a
saved file to
reuse
Printed
Transmitted

MAIN FEATURES
1-8
Energy saving features
This product has the following two power reducing modes that conform to the
Energy Star guidelines to help conserve natural resources and reduce
environmental pollution.
Preheat mode
The preheat mode is the first level of power reduction. The power is
reduced to the fuser unit a preset time after the machine has completed a
job and no further machine operations have been performed. The machine
can recover to the ready condition within a short period of time. The preset
time to enter the mode can be set by a key operator program.
Auto power shut-off mode
The auto power shut-off mode is the second level of power reduction. In this mode power is shut off to the
fusing unit and the touch panel. In this state more energy is saved than in the preheat mode but the time
to recover to the ready condition will be longer. The preset time to enter this mode can be set by a key
operator program.
When this product is used as a printer, and either of the above modes is active, the mode will be deactivated
automatically by an incoming job and the machine will automatically warm up and start to print when it has
reached the ready temperature.
When this product is configured for multi-function operation, and either of the above modes is active, the mode
will be deactivated as above by an incoming print job. Either mode will also be deactivated by operation of
DOCUMENT FILING, IMAGE SEND or COPY mode key.
As an ENERGY STAR®
Partner, SHARP has
determined that this product
meets the ENERGY
STAR®guidelines for
energy efficiency.

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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 sheet
originals. Both sides of two-sided originals can be
scanned at once.
Front cover
Open to replace toner cartridge.
Operation panel
Center tray (See page 4-9)
Finished sheets are deposited here
Bypass tray
Special papers (including transparency film) and
copy paper can be fed from the bypass tray.
Power switch (See page 1-16)
Turns the power on and off.
If the power does not come on when the power
switch is turned on, check the main power switch to
see if it is turned on.
Tray 5 (Large capacity tray(AR-LC6))*1
(See page 2-5)
Tray 1-Tray 2
The trays hold paper. Approximately 800 sheets
of standard 8-1/2" x 11" or A4 size paper (20 lbs.
(80 g/m2)) can be loaded in tray 1, and
approximately 1200 sheets of standard 8-1/2" x
11", A4 or B5 size paper (20 lbs. (80 g/m2)) can be
loaded in tray 2.
Tray 3
Tray 3 holds paper. Approximately 500 sheets of
standard (20 lbs. (80 g/m2)) paper can be loaded
in this tray. Tabbed paper and transparencies can
also be loaded.
Tray 4
Tray 4 holds paper. Approximately 500 sheets of
standard (20 lbs. (80 g/m2)) paper can be loaded
in this tray.
*1 , , and are peripheral devices. For information on these devices, see the explanations of the devices
in the manual.
(AR-F15)
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
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Interior
Duplex unit
Open this cover to remove a misfeed from the
fusing 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 cartridge
must be replaced when indicated on the operation
panel.
Main power switch (See page 1-16)
Keep this switch turned on when the fax option or
network scanner option is installed.
Right side cover
Open when a misfeed has occurred in the bypass
tray or large capacity tray.
Upper cover of large capacity tray
Open when a misfeed has occurred in the large
capacity tray.
Left side cover release
Push this knob up to open the left side cover.
Left cover of paper drawer
Open this cover to remove paper misfed in tray 3 or
tray 4.
Photoconductive drum
Images are formed on the photoconductive drum.
*2 See page 2-16 for the procedure for installing and replacing the toner cartridge.
CAUTION
The fusing unit is hot. Take care in removing misfed
paper.
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NOTE
Do not touch or damage the photoconductive drum.
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