Sharp FO-3150 User manual

FO-3150 FACSIMILE
MODEL
FO-3150
OPERATION MANUAL
FACSIMILE
1. Installation
2. Sending Faxes
3. Receiving Faxes
4. Making Copies
5. Answering Machine Connection
6. Special Functions
7. Printing Lists
8. Maintenance
9. Troubleshooting
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CAUTION: For a complete electrical disconnection pull out the mains plug.
VORSICHT: Zur vollständigen elektrischen Trennung vom Netz den Netzstecker ziehen.
ATTENTION: Pour obtenir une mise hors-circuit totale, débrancher la prise de courant secteur.
AVISO: Para una desconexión eléctrica completa, desenchufar el enchufe del tomacorriente.
VARNING: För att helt koppla från strömmen, dra ut stickproppen.
ATTENZIONE: Per un totale scollegamento elettrico rimuovere la spina di corrente.
"The mains outlet (socket-outlet) shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible."
"De aansluiting op de stroomvoorziening (stopkontakt) moet nabij het apparaat zijn aangebracht en moet
gemakkelijk bereikbaar zijn."
Ett nätuttag (vägguttag) bör befinna sig nära utrustningen och vara lätt att tillgå.
La presa di corrente deve essere installata vicino all'apparecchio, e deve essere facilmente accessibile.
El tomacorriente principal se debe encontrar cerca del aparato y debe ser fácil de acceder a él.
"Die Netzsteckdose (Wandsteckdose) sollte in der Nähe des Geräts installiert werden und leicht zugänglich sein."
Stikkontakten skal være placeret nær faxen og være let tilgængelig.
Sähkörasian on oltava laitteen lähellä ja siihen on päästävä helposti käsiksi.
Stikkontakten må være montert i nærheten av utstyret og den må være lett tilgjengelig.
La prise de courant principale (d'alimentation) doit être située près de l'appareil et facilement accessible.
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.
Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Quest’apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Este equipamento obedece às exigências da directiva 1999/5/CE.
Η συσκευή αυτή ανταποκρίνεται στις απαιτήσεις των οδηγια 1999/5/ Ε K.
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt direktiv 1999/5/EC.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Dette produktet oppfyller kravene i direktiv 1999/5/EC.
Tämä laite täyttää Direktiivin 1999/5/EY.
Denna faxapparat fungerar i svenska, danska, finska, norska, spanska, portugisiska och grekiska analoga
allmänna telefonnät vilka följer CTR21 standarden.
Dette fax-apparat, som kan betjenes på svensk, dansk, finsk, norsk, spansk, portugisisk samt over græske
analoge offentlige telefonnet, som følger standarden CTR21.
Tämä telekopiotuote toimii ruotsalaisessa, tanskalaisessa, suomalaisessa, norjalaisessa, espanjalaisessa,
portugalilaisessa ja kreikkalaisessa analogisessa puhelinverkossa, joka noudattaa CTR21 standardia.
Dette er et telefaks-produkt som fungerer i svenske, danske, finske, norske, spanske, portugisiske, greske
analoge offentlige telefonnett som svarer til CTR21-standard.
Se trata de un aparato telefax que funciona en redes telefónicas analógicas suecas, danesas, finlandesas,
noruegas, españolas, portuguesas y griegas que cumplan las normas CTR21.
Este é um aparelho de fax, que funciona nas redes telefónicas analógicas públicas comutadas da Suécia,
Dinamarca, Finlândia, Noruega, Espanha, Portugal e Grécia, que adoptaram a norma CTR21.
Αυτό είναι µία συσκευή τέλεφαξ που λειτουργεί στο Σουηδικό , ∆ανικό , Φινλανδικό , Νορβηγικό , Ισπανικό ,
Πορτογαλικό , Ελληνικό αναλογικό δηµόσιο τηλεφωνικό δίκτυο µεταγωγής που συµφωνεί µε το Πρότυπο CTR 21.
This is a facsimile product operating in Swedish, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek
analogue public switched telephone networks which follow the CTR21 Standard.
Försäkran om överensstämmighet kan läsas på följande URL adress.
Overensstemmelsesattesten kan man få indblik i over følgende internet-adresse.
Vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutus löytyy seuraavasta URL-osoitteesta.
Samsvarserklæringen kan leses under følgende URL-adresse.
La declaración de conformidad puede examinarse en la siguiente dirección URL.
A declaração de conformidade pode ser consultada no seguinte endereço URL.
Τη ∆ήλωση Συµµόρφωσης θα την βρείτε στην κατωτέρω διεύθυνση διαδικτύου .
The Declaration of Conformity can be viewed at the following URL address.
http://www.sharp.de/doc/FO-3150.pdf
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English
Introduction
*Based on Sharp Standard Chart at standard resolution, excluding time for protocol signals
(i.e., ITU-T phase C time only).
**The yields may vary depending on coverage and operating conditions.
Automatic dialling Rapid Key Dialling: 10 numbers
Speed Dialling: 99 numbers
Memory size* 1.8 MB (approx. 100 average pages)
Modem speed 14,400 bps with auto fallback to lower speeds.
Transmission time* Approx. 6 seconds (only when ECM is on)
Toner cartridge yield**
(continuous printing,
4% page coverage,
A4 paper)
Initial starter cartridge (included with fax machine):
Approx. 1,800 pages
Replacement cartridge FO-29DC: Approx. 3,700
pages
Drum cartridge yield**
(continuous printing,
4% page coverage,
A4 paper)
Initial starter cartridge (included with fax machine):
Approx. 20,000 pages
Replacement cartridge (FO-29DR): Approx. 20,000
pages
Scanning Resolution Horizontal: 8 lines/mm
Vertical:
Standard: 3.85 lines/mm
Fine /Halftone: 7.7 lines/mm
Super fine: 15.4 lines/mm
Automatic document
feeder A4: 20 pages max. (80-g/m2paper)
Recording system Laser
Halftone (grayscale) 64 levels
Compatibility ITU-T (CCITT) G3 mode
Welcome, and thank you for choosing a SHARP laser fax machine!
The features and specifications of your laser fax are shown below.
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Paper tray capacity A4: Approx. 200 sheets of 70 g/m2copier paper, or
180 sheets of 80 g/m2copier paper (at room
temperature; maximum stack height should not be
higher than the line on the tray)
Recommended paper weight: 70 g/m2Copy Bond
Compression scheme MR, MH, MMR
Input document size Automatic feeding:
Width: 148 to 216 mm
Length (20 pages): 140 to 297 mm
Length (5 pages): 140 to 356 mm
Manual feeding:
Width: 148 to 216 mm
Length: 140 to 600 mm
Effective scanning width 210 mm max.
Effective printing width 208 mm max.
Contrast control Automatic/Dark selectable
Reception modes TEL/FAX/AM
Copy function Single/Multi/Sort (50 copies/page)
Applicable telephone line Public switched telephone network / PBX
Display 16-digit LCD display
Power requirements 220-230 V AC, 50 Hz
Operating temperature 10 - 30°C
Humidity 20 - 85% RH
Power consumption Standby: 7.5 W
Maximum: 840 W
Dimensions (without
attachments) Width: 327 mm Depth: 380 mm
Height: 173 mm
Weight (without
attachments) Approx. 6.0 kg
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As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design
and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance
specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some
deviations from these values in individual units.
Important:
This fax machine is not designed for use on a line which has call waiting, call
forwarding, or certain other special services offered by your telephone company. If
you attempt to use the fax machine in conjunction with any of these services, you
may experience errors during transmission and reception of facsimile messages.
The fax machine is not compatible with digital telephone systems.
Important safety information
Do not disassemble this machine or attempt any procedures not described in this
manual. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Do not install or use the machine near water, or when you are wet. For example, do
not use the machine near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool. Take care not to spill any liquids on the
machine.
Unplug the machine from the power outlet and telephone socket and consult a
qualified service representative if any of the following situations occur:
- Liquid has been spilled into the machine or the machine has been
exposed to rain or water.
- The machine produces odors, smoke, or unusual noises.
- The power cord is frayed or damaged.
- The machine has been dropped or the housing damaged.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord, and do not install the machine
where people may walk on the power cord.
This machine must only be connected to a 220-230 V, 50 Hz, earthed (2-prong)
outlet. Connecting it to any other kind of outlet will damage the machine and
invalidate the warranty.
Never insert objects of any kind into slots or openings on the machine. This could
create a risk of fire or electric shock. If an object falls into the machine that you
cannot remove, unplug the machine and consult a qualified service representative.
Do not place this machine on an unstable cart, stand or table. The machine could be
seriously damaged if it falls.
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
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Never install telephone sockets in wet locations unless the socket is specifically
designed for wet locations.
Never touch bare telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
The power outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily
accessible.
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Table of Contents
A Look at the Operation Panel 7
1. Installation 9
Unpacking Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installing the Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Loading Printing Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Entering Your Name and Fax Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setting the Reception Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
PBX and Display Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
2. Sending Faxes 32
Transmittable Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Loading the Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Adjusting the Resolution and Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Cover Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Batch Page Numbering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Broadcasting (Sending a Fax to Multiple Destinations) . . . . . . . . . . 55
3. Receiving Faxes 60
Using FAX Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Using TEL Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Using A.M. Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Optional Reception Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Substitute Reception to Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
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Table of Contents
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4. Making Copies 68
5. Answering Machine Connection 70
Connecting an Answering Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Using the Answering Machine Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Optional A.M. Mode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
6. Special Functions 76
Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
7. Printing Lists 85
8. Maintenance 90
Scanning glass and rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
The housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Replacing the toner cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Replacing the drum cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Cleaning the drum cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
9. Troubleshooting 97
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Messages and Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Index 109
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Number keys
Use these keys to dial numbers, and enter numbers and letters when storing
auto-dial numbers.
Display
This displays messages and prompts to help you operate the machine.
Arrow keys
Use these keys to scroll through and select settings, and to search for auto-
dial numbers. Press the left arrow key (REDIAL) to select the last number
dialled.
PANEL RELEASE
Pull this release to open the operation panel.
Rapid Dial Keys
Press one of these keys to dial a fax number automatically.
STOP key
Press this key to cancel an operation before it is completed.
START key
Press this key after dialling to begin fax transmission. The key can also be
pressed in the date and time display to show the percentage of memory
currently used.
A Look at the Operation Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
TEL FAX
A.M.
1 2 543
8
69
7
10 12
11 13
7
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COPY/HELP key
When a document is in the feeder, press this key to make a copy of a
document. At any other time, press this key to print out the Help List, a quick
reference guide to the operation of your fax machine.
RESOLUTION / RECEPTION MODE key
When a document is in the feeder, press this key to adjust the resolution for
faxing or copying. At any other time, press this key to select the reception
mode (an arrow in the display will point to the currently selected reception
mode).
FUNCTION key
Press this key followed by the arrow keys to select special functions and
settings.
SPEED DIAL key
Press this key to dial a fax or voice number using an abbreviated 2-digit
Speed Dial number.
R key
If you are on a PBX, use this key to transfer calls and make enquiry calls. If
the PBX is a flash-type PBX, use the key to dial out.
SPEAKER key
Press this key to listen to the line and fax tones through the speaker when
faxing a document.
Note: This is not a speakerphone. It cannot be used to speak if a person
answers.
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12
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1. Installation
1. Installation
Unpacking Checklist
Before setting up, make sure you have all of the following items. If any are
missing, contact your dealer or retailer.
Points to keep in mind when setting up
Do not place the
machine in direct
sunlight.
Do not place the
machine near
heaters or air
conditioners.
Keep dust away from
the machine. Keep the area around the
machine clear.
About condensation
If the machine is moved from a cold to a warm place, it is possible that
condensation may form on the scanning glass, preventing proper scanning of
documents for transmission. To remove the condensation, turn on the power
and wait approximately two hours before using the machine.
Paper tray
Paper tray
cover
Operation
manual
Toner
cartridge
Drum
cartridge
(this is pre-
installed in
the machine)
Original
document
support
Rapid Key
labels
Received
document
tray
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Connections
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Connections
Connecting the power cord
Plug the power cord into a 220-230 V, 50 Hz, earthed AC (2-prong) outlet.
Caution: The power outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be
easily accessible.
The machine does not have a power on/off switch, so the power is
turned on and off by simply plugging in or unplugging the power cord.
Connecting the telephone line cord
Insert one end of the line cord into the socket on the back of the machine
marked TEL. LINE. Insert the other end into a wall telephone socket.
Make sure that the line
cord is inserted into the
TEL LINE socket. Do not
insert it into the TEL. SET
socket!
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1. Installation
Note:
If your area experiences a high incidence of lightning or power surges, we
recommend that you install surge protectors for the power and telephone
lines. Surge protectors can be purchased from your dealer or at most
telephone specialty stores.
Attach the paper tray
Attach the paper tray
cover
Attaching the paper trays
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Connections
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Attach the received
document tray
Attach the original
document support
Make sure that the
flanges face up
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1. Installation
Extension phone (optional)
If desired, you can connect an extension phone to the TEL. SET socket on the
machine.
♦To connect an answering machine to the machine, see page 70.
1 Remove the seal covering the TEL. SET
socket.
2 Connect the extension phone line to
the TEL. SET socket.
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Installing the Toner Cartridge
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Installing the Toner Cartridge
The laser printer in your fax machine uses a toner cartridge and a drum
cartridge. The drum cartridge comes pre-installed, and the toner cartridge
must be installed.
♦The starter toner cartridge included with your fax machine can print
approximately 1,800 A4-size pages at 4% page coverage.
♦When replacing the toner cartridge, use a Sharp FO-29DC toner cartridge.
One cartridge can print about 3,700 A4-size pages at 4% coverage.
♦The drum cartridge can print approximately 20,000 A4-size pages. When
replacing the drum cartridge, use a Sharp FO-29DR drum cartridge.
Follow the steps below to install the toner cartridge and prepare the drum
cartridge.
1 Grasp the print compartment cover at
both sides as shown, and pull up to
open the cover.
•Caution!
The fusing unit inside the print
compartment becomes very hot during
operation. Do not touch the inside of
the compartment or the paper guide on
the underside of the print compartment
cover.
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1. Installation
2 The drum cartridge has been installed
at the factory. Remove the protective
board from above the drum cartridge,
and then grasp the tabs on the drum
cartridge handle with both hands and
gently pull the cartridge out of the
machine. Remove the sheet of
protective paper from the cartridge and
then insert it back into the machine.
•When removing the drum cartridge, be
careful not to the tear the paper or
leave any pieces of paper in the
machine.
3 Remove the new toner cartridge from
its packaging. Shake the cartridge side
to side four or five times to distribute
the toner evenly within the cartridge.
4 Hold the toner cartridge by the handle
with the stamped markings on the
cartridge facing upwards, and insert
the cartridge into the print
compartment.
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5 Place your thumb on the centre of the
handle where it is marked PUSH, and
push the handle down and in so that
the cartridge fits into place.
6 Close the print compartment cover,
pressing down firmly on each side to
make sure it is completely closed.
7 Reset the toner counter and the drum counter as explained below and
on the following page.
Resetting the toner counter
Each time you install a new toner cartridge, follow the steps below to reset the
toner counter to zero. (The machine uses the toner counter to inform you
when the toner cartridge needs to be replaced.)
1 Press once and four times.
2 Press once and twice.
3 Press once.
FUNCTION
Display:
PRESS START KEY
PRINT SET-UP
CLR TONER CNT.
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1. Installation
Resetting the drum counter
Each time you install a new drum cartridge, follow the steps below to reset the
drum counter to zero.
1 Press once and four times.
2 Press once and once.
3 Press once.
4 Press .
5 Press to exit.
FUNCTION
START
STOP
Display:
PRESS START KEY
PRINT SET-UP
CLR DRUM COUNT
RECEIVE RATIO
4 Press .
5 Press to exit.
START
STOP
CLR DRUM COUNT
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Loading Printing Paper
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Loading Printing Paper
The paper tray holds A4 paper.
♦Up to 200 sheets of 70 g/m2paper can be loaded.
♦Up to 180 sheets of 80 g/m2paper can be loaded.
Caution!
Do not use the blank side of paper that has already been printed on.
1 Remove the paper tray cover.
2 Fan the paper, and then tap the edge
against a flat surface to even the stack.
3 Pull the paper release lever toward you.
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