Sharp Laser Printer User manual

Operation Manual
for printer operation and general information on multi functions
LASER PRINTER
(Multi-function printer)

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1. Themachineshouldbeinstallednearanaccessible
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.Alsomakecertaintheoutletisproperly
grounded.
●Forthe power supplyrequirements,seethe name
plate of the main unit.
3. Do not install your machine in areas that are:
●damp, humid, or very dusty
●exposed to direct sunlight
●poorlyventilated
●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.
Asmallamountofozoneisproducedwithinthecopier
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Improper installation may damage this product. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the
machine is moved.
23-5/8"
(60cm) 23-5/8" (60cm)
23-5/8" (60cm)
11-13/16" (30cm)
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.

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CAUTIONS
1. Do not touch the photoconductive drum. Scratches
or smudges on the drum will cause dirty printouts.
2. The fusing unit is extremely hot. Exercise care in
thisarea.
3. Do not look directly at the light source of a scanner
module. Doing so may damage your eyes.
4. Five installation adjusters are provided on a stand/
paperdrawerwhichis provided as a peripheral unit.
Whenmovingthemachinewithastand/paperdrawer,
be sure to raise the installation adjusters. After
moving the machine, lower the five installation
adjusters until they reach the floor.
5. Do not make modifications to this machine. Doing
so may cause a fire or an electric shock.
6. When moving this machine, be sure to use two to
four persons. Since this machine is heavy, moving
it by yourself may cause an injury.
7. When connecting this machine to a computer, be
sure turn off this machine and the computer in
advance.
8. When opening or closing the covers or paper trays
for misfeed removal or loading paper, take care not
to get your fingers caught in the covers or trays.
9. Donotprintanythingwhich isprohibitedfrom printing
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
Fusing unit
Adjuster
Lock Release
"BATTERY DISPOSAL"
CONTAINS MANGANESE DIOXIDE LITHIUM BATTERY.MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
CONTACTYOUR SHARP DEALER OR SERVICER FOR INSTRUCTIONS.
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and 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.eiae.org

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CAUTIONS
Cautions on laser
Wavelength 785 nm ± 15 nm
Pulse times North America: (4.0 µs ± 4 ns)/7 mm
Europe: (5.4 µs ± 5.4 ns)/7 mm
Outputpower 0.25 mW - 0.50 mW
At the production line, the output power of the scanner unit is adjusted to 0.6
MILLIWATT PLUS 8 PCTS and is maintained constant by the operation of the
Automatic Power Control (APC).
Caution
This product contains a low power laser device.To ensure continued safety do not remove any cover or attempt
to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
For North America:
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
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.
Caution
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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ForEurope:
CAUTIONS
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.
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LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN
MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ
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MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA
ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1
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NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VARNING
OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ
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BRUKSANVISNING
SPECIFICERATS, KAN
ANVÄNDAREN UTSÄTTAS FÖR
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SOM ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN
FÖR LASERKLASS 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. UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLNING.
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS BRYTES.
UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.
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URKOPPLADE.STRÅLEN ÄR FARLIG. BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN.
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1

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FACSIMILE FEATURE
When using this product as a facsimile by installing a facsimile expansion kit as a peripheral unit, refer to the following
items for proper use.
For the description of use of the facsimile feature, see the facsimile operation manual supplied with the facsimile
expansion kit.
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■■
■Lineconnection
For connection between this product and telephone line, be sure to
usethe supplied connection cable. Connect the connecting cable so
thattheterminalnearthecoreisinserted to the line connector of the
facsimile expansion kit.Insert the other terminal (not the core side)
to the socket of the telephone line.
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■■
■Fax power switch
When using this product as a facsimile, keep always the fax power
switch on that is located on the facsimile expansion kit at the rear
side of this product. (Do not turn it off.) If the fax power switch is off,
the facsimile feature cannot be used.
TEL
LINE
Line connector
Core
TEL
LINE
ON
OFF

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CONTENTS
Page
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1
CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2
CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5
CHAPTER 1
BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAIN FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Exterior*Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Part names and functions of peripheral units . . . . .
●Operationpanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Touchpanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ADDINGTONER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LOADING PAPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Loadingpaper in paper tray 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Changing the paper size in paper tray 1 . . . . . . . . .
●Paper available in paper trays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Paper available in the bypass tray/multi
purposedrawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Method of setting paper size and type . . . . . . . . . .
●Setting from the operation panel of
ascannermodule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Loadingpaperinthemultipurposedrawer . . . . . . .
●Changing paper size in the multi purpose
drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Setting special paper in the multi purpose
drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Loading paper in the stand/3 x 500 sheet
paperdrawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Changing paper size in the stand/3 x 500
sheetpaper drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Loading paper in the stand/MPD & 2000
sheetpaper drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 2
PRINTING FROM A COMPUTER
CONNECTINGTOACOMPUTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SOFTWAREFORWINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLING PRINTER DRIVERS
AND PRINTER UTILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
REMOVING PRINTER DRIVERS
AND PRINTER UTILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLING PRINTER DRIVERS USING
THE PLUG & PLAY FUNCTION OR
ADDPRINTERWIZARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Beforeinstallation
SETTINGTHE PRINTER DRIVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Settingprint conditionsunderWindows
(selecting and setting print conditions) . . . . . . . . . .
REMOTEOPERATIONTHROUGHNETWORK . . . . .
●Environmentrequired for accessing
Webscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Accessing Web screen and
displayinghelp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Items and outline of menu frame of
Webscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PRINTFUNCTIONSWHICHREQUIRINGPRINT
START OPERATION FROMTHE OPERATION
PANEL ANDTHEIR OPERATIONMETHOD . . . . . . . .
●Print functions selectable in the "JOB CONTROL"
dialogboxandtheiroperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Printing method of hold job list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Setting from the operation panel of
ascannermodule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Printer account control
CHAPTER 3
PRINTER BASIC SETTINGS
MAKINGPRINTER CONFIGURATION
SETTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Operationprocedurecommontoall printer
configuration settings (items that can be set
fromtheoperationpanel). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Initial settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●PCL settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●PS settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CUSTOMSETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Operation procedure common to all custom
settings (items that can be set from the
operationpanel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Setting items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 4
TROUBLESHOOTING AND
MAINTENANCE
MISFEED REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MACHINETROUBLE? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
USERMAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Cleaning the cabinet of the main unit . . . . . . . . . . .
●Cleaning the paper feedsection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Cleaning the document glass and document
cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 5
PERIPHERAL UNITS
DUPLEXMODULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Part names and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Loading paper in the bypass tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Setting the printer driver for yourpurpose . . . . . . . .
●Setting the copier for your purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Troubleshooting? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MAIL-BIN STACKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Part names and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Outline of mail-bin stacker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Using the mail-bin stacker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Misfeed removal in the mail-bin stacker . . . . . . . . .
FINISHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Part names and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Outline of the finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Quick reference table for stapling . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Using the finisher functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Staple jam removal and staple cartridge
replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Misfeed removal in the finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Troubleshooting? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SADDLE STITCH FINISHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Part names and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Outline of the finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Quick reference table for stapling . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Printed image and saddle stitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Using the finisher functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Staple jam removal and staple cartridge
replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Misfeed removal in the finisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Troubleshooting? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 6
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS
KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Key operator program list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Using the key operatorprograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Details of classification of setting items
(hierarchicalstructure)andsupplementary
explanation of key operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
●Descriptionofprograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 7
APPENDIX
PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LIST OF COMBINATION OF
PERIPHERALUNITS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PRINT AREA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CHAPTER 1
BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT
This chapter describes basic information that should be read before using
this product. Be sure to read this chapter before using this product.
Page
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................... 1-2
MAIN FEATURES .................................................................................. 1-5
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ......................................................... 1-6
●Exterior ............................................................................................ 1-6
●Interior ............................................................................................. 1-7
●Part names and functions of peripheral units ................................. 1-8
●Operation panel .............................................................................. 1-11
●Touch panel .................................................................................... 1-15
LOADING PAPER .................................................................................. 1-18
●Loading paper in paper tray 1 ......................................................... 1-18
●Changing the paper size in paper tray 1 ........................................ 1-18
●Paper available in paper trays ........................................................ 1-19
●Paper available in the bypass tray/multi purpose drawer .............. 1-19
●Method of setting paper size and type ............................................ 1-20
●Loading paper in the multi purpose drawer .................................... 1-22
●Specifications .................................................................................. 1-22
●Loading paper in the stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer ............... 1-23
●Specifications .................................................................................. 1-23
●Loading paper in the stand/MPD & 2000 sheet paper drawer ....... 1-24
●Specifications .................................................................................. 1-24
ADDING TONER ................................................................................... 1-25
STORAGE OF SUPPLIES ..................................................................... 1-25

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INTRODUCTION
Read this operation manual carefully to use this product properly. Be sure to read “INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS”
and “CAUTIONS” before using this product.
Be sure to keep this operation manual handy to refer to it any time.
This product is a multi-function printer that can be used as a local printer and a network printer as well as a copier,
network scanner, and a facsimile by installing various types of peripheral units (optional).
This operation manual describes the basic use of the product as a printer and also describes operation items common
to the printer and other features such as loading paper, misfeed removal, and user maintenance.
If you extend this product to use the copier feature, network scanner feature, facsimile feature or network printer
feature, relevant operation manuals are supplied. Read the respective manuals for using the features.
The following table shows the model names of the main units to which this operation manual applies and their product
configuration.
Although the peripheral units are basically optional, some units may be provided as standard components depending
on the model.
*1 A multi-function controller board required to extend the product to a multi-function printer that can be used as a
copier, facsimile, and a network scanner is provided as a standard component.
*2 A print server card required to extend the product to a network printer is provided as a standard component.
*3 A multi-function controller board and a print server card are provided as standard components.
(As of end of April 2001)
Model name Product configuration
AR-P350 35 pages/minute printer
AR-P450 45 pages/minute printer
AR-M350 35 pages/minute printer (with a multi-function controller board)*1
AR-M450 45 pages/minute printer (with a multi-function controller board)*1
DM-3500 35 pages/minute printer
DM-3501 35 pages/minute network printer (with a print server card)*2
DM-3551 35 pages/minute network printer (with a multi-function controller board and a print
server card)*3
DM-4500 45 pages/minute printer
DM-4501 45 pages/minute network printer (with a print server card)*2
DM-4551 45 pages/minute network printer (with a multi-function controller board and a print
server card)*3

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Abbreviated names of peripheral units
The following unit is written with an abbreviated name without some exceptions to simplify the description in this
manual.
“B/W scanner module/DSPF”
The unit is written as “scanner module”.
NOTES
●The scanner unit is a unit for scanning originals (automatic document feeder) when using the copier feature and
facsimile feature. In the touch panel messages in the scanner module, the “scanner module” is displayed as
“document feeder”.
●To use a scanned image as image data on a computer, a network scanner expansion kit (peripheral unit) is needed
in addition to the network printer environment.
“Duplex module”
This is a unit that allows printing onto two sides of paper. A single “duplex module” and a “duplex module/bypass tray”
are supplied. In this manual, both units are written as “duplex module” with some exception and description is made
mainly for the “duplex module/bypass tray”. The description for the bypass tray, therefore, is made only for the “duplex
module/bypass tray”. In the pages of “duplex module”, illustrations with an output tray are used. This output tray is
optional for both the duplex modules. (not included in the duplex modules)
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The following table shows the relation between the various functions described in this manual, copier operation manual,
facsimile operation manual, and network scanner operation manual and the required peripheral units. In each operation
manual, the optional peripheral units that are required for using each function is not particularly described. Refer to this
table as needed.
= Must be installed *1 = Any of the units must be installed. *2 = Must be installed together with or *1. *3
= Any of these units must be installed together with or *1. *4 = Required when a stand/3 x 500 sheet paper
drawer or a stand/MPD & 2000 sheet paper drawer is installed. *5 = Any of these units must be installed together
with or *1 but the multi purpose drawer is excluded when a saddle stitch finisher is installed. *6 = Any of these
units must be installed in addition to the peripheral units required at the minimum for using the copier feature. *7 =
Must be installed in addition to the peripheral units required at the minimum for using the facsimile feature.
Manual paper feeding
Print onto special paper
Two-sided print
Touch panel operation
Offset stack of printed sheets
Stapling of printed sheets
Scanner rack
Center stapling of printed sheets
Punching of printed sheets
Mail bin stack of printed sheets
PostScript3 compatibility
Telephone call
Peripheral units required at
the minimum for using the
facsimile feature
Network printer
Job retention function
Pamphlet print
Pamphlet copy
Multi purpose drawer Stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer Stand/MPD & 2000 sheet paper drawer Duplex module/bypass tray Duplex module
Peripheral units required at
the minimum for using the
copier feature
Peripheral units required at the
minimum for using the network
scanner feature
B/W scanner module/DSPF Saddle stitch finisher Finisher Mail-bin stacker Exit tray Punch module PS3 expansion kit Facsimile expansion kit Print server card Hard disk drive Power supply unit Upper exit tray extension Multi-function controller board Additional fax memory (8 MB)
Memory for original images of
xx sheets or more
Network scanner expansion kit
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MAIN FEATURES
Multi-function printer allowing extension of functions based on the purpose
This product is a multi-function printer that can be used as a local printer and a network printer as well as a copier,
a network scanner, and a facsimile by combining peripheral units.Various optional units for improving productivity
such as duplex modules for two-sided printing, additional paper feed units for large capacity paper stock, and paper
output units for sorting printed sheets are provided as peripheral units.
600 dpi high resolution printing
High definition and high quality printing with 600 dpi resolution can be performed. Also high image quality equivalent
to 1200 dpi can be output by using the soothing function.
Monochrome high-speed printing
High-speed printing of 35 pages/minute or 45 pages/minute can be performed for 8-1/2" x 11" or A4 size.
PostScript compatible
Installation of a PS3 expansion kit gives PostScript compatibility (PostScript level 3).
ENERGY STAR
As an ENERGY STA R ®Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STA R ®guidelines
for energy efficiency.
Energy saving feature
This product has the following two power save modes that conform the Energy
Star guidelines to conserve natural resources and to help reduce environmental
pollution.
Preheat mode
The machine will enter the preheat mode once the time set with a key operator program has elapsed without
any operation. In this mode, the fuser is maintained at a lower heat level thereby saving power.
Auto power shut-off mode
The machine will enter the auto power shut-off mode once the time set with a key operator program has
elapsed without any operation. In this mode, power to the display and the fuser is turned off and only the
lowest power is consumed. In this mode, power can be saved more than the preheat mode but more time is
needed to return to the operating state.This mode can be disabled using a key operator program.
If this product is used as a printer, when print data is received in the preheat mode or the auto power shut-off
mode, the mode will be automatically canceled and printing will start after the fuser temperature is restored to
the normal operating level.
If this product is used as a multi-function machine, the mode will be automatically canceled when print data or
facsimile data is received or when any key operation on the operation panel or original setting operation for
copying or facsimile transmission is performed.

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Exterior
Bypass tray (part of duplex module/bypass tray)*1
Exit tray*1
Duplex module*1
Module for two-sided printing
Upper paper output area
Finished sheets are deposited here.
Upper exit tray extension*1
Extension table for preventing dropping of large paper
such as 11" x 17" and 8-1/2" x 14" (A3 and A4).
Operation panel (See page xxxx.)
Front cover
Open to add toner and remove misfeeds.
Main switch (See page xxxx.)
Press to turn power on and off.
Paper tray 1
Stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer*1 (See page
xxxx.)
Stand/MPD & 2000 sheet paper drawer*1
(See page xxxx.)
Multi purpose drawer*1 (See page xxxx.)
*1 , , , , , , and are peripheral units. For description of these units, see page xx.The configuration
of peripheral units varies with the main unit model.

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Interior
*2 For replacement and installation of each cartridge, see the separate manual “Supply Replacement Method.”
Duplex module side cover
Open when a misfeed has occurred in the duplex
module.
Side cover open knob
Push up to open the side cover when a misfeed has
occurred in the fusing unit.
Fusing unit
Image that has been transferred on paper is fixed by
heating it in the fusing unit.
CAUTION
The fusing unit is hot.Take care in removing misfed
paper.
Developer cartridge* (See page xxxx.)
Container that contains developer.The cartridge must
be removed and replaced with a new one at the time
of replacement.
Toner cartridge* (See page xxxx.)
Container that contains toner. When toner is
exhausted, the cartridge must be removed and
replaced with a new one.
Photoconductive drum
A photoconductor is applied to the surface of the
photoconductive drum. Images are formed on the
photoconductive drum.
NOTE
Do not touch or damage the photoconductive drum.
Cartridge lock lever
When replacing the drum, toner or developer cartridge,
turn down this lever and pull it out.

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Part names and functions of peripheral units
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

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B/W scanner module/DSPF
This unit is a monochrome scanner that allows
automatic feeding of sheet originals and continuous
scanning. The B/W scanner module/DSPF (Dual
Single Pass Feeder) can scan two-sided sheet
originals and can scan both sides at a time. Also a
flat bed type document glass is provided in this unit
for scanning an original that cannot be fed such as a
book and thick original.
Upper exit tray extension
Mount this unit to the upper paper exit tray.This unit
is needed for output of 11" x 17" (A3) paper.
Finisher
Sorted output sheets or grouped output sheets by
page are offset stacked so that each set can be
taken out easily.
Also sorted output sheets can be stapled.
Mail-bin stacker
This unit is an output sheet sorting unit that contains
seven bins. When printed sheets are output in the
printer mode, a bin to which printed sheets are to be
deposited can be specified in the printer driver.The
bins can be classified by persons or by sections
depending on users so that the users deliver their
printed sheets to their specified bin. Sorted output
separated from the other users, therefore, can be
performed.
Output sheets in the copy and fax modes are
deposited in the top tray other than these seven bins.
Stand/MPD & 2000 sheet paper drawer
This is a paper feed unit that contains two paper
trays.The upper tray is equivalent to the multi purpose
drawer. The lower tray holds approximately 2000
sheets of 20 lbs. (80 g/m2) paper.
Multi purpose drawer
Holds paper. Up to 500 sheets of 20 lbs. (80 g/m2)
paper can be loaded. Also special papers such as
envelopes (standard sizes only) and Japanese
postcard can be set.
Stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer
This is a paper feed unit that contains three paper
trays.The upper tray is equivalent to the multi purpose
drawer. Each of the lower two trays holds up to 500
sheets of 20 lbs. (80 g/m2) paper.
Saddle stitch finisher
Sorted output sheets or grouped output sheets by
page are offset stacked so that each set can be
taken out easily. Also sorted output sheets can be
stapled at the edge or at the center for center-stapled
binding.
In addition, if a punch module is installed as a
peripheral unit, punch holes can be made in the
output sheets for filing.
Duplex module
Unit for automatic two-sided printing.
Duplex module/bypass tray
This module is equipped with a unit for automatic
two-sided printing and a bypass tray manual paper
feeding.
Exit tray
Mounted to the paper output port of a duplex module
or a duplex module/bypass tray.
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
For installation of a peripheral unit, installation of some other peripheral units may be needed together and installation
of some peripheral units may not be possible together. See page xx, “COMBINATION OF PERIPHERAL UNITS.”
Peripheral units are basically optional but some units may be provided as standard units depending on the main unit
model.

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■Other peripheral units
●Scanner rack
Rack required for installing a scanner module. The
height is fixed.
●Power supply unit
For installation of some peripheral units, this unit is
required for supplying power to each unit.
●Print server card
NIC (network interface card) for using the printer as
a network printer.
●Multi-function controller board
Printer controller required for using the copier,
facsimile, and network scanner features.
●PS3 expansion kit
Kit required for using the printer as a PostScript
compatible printer. (for PostScript level 3)
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
●Hard disk drive
Extends the image storing capacity for the printer
and copier features (not for the facsimile feature).
Also this unit is required for using the job retention
function (see page xxxx) with which print data
received for the printer feature is held temporarily
instead of immediate output.
●Facsimile expansion kit
Kit required for using the facsimile feature.
●Additional fax memory (8 MB)
●Network scanner expansion kit
Kit required for using the network scanner feature.
For installation of a peripheral unit, installation of some other peripheral units may be needed together and installation
of some peripheral units may not be possible together. See page xx, “COMBINATION OF PERIPHERAL UNITS.”
Peripheral units are basically optional but some units may be provided as standard units depending on the main unit
model.