Sharp FO-A650 User manual

MODEL
FO-A650
OPERATION MANUAL
FACSIMILE
1. Installation
2. Using the Answering Machine
3. Sending Faxes
4. Receiving Faxes
5. Making Copies
6. Special Functions
7. Printing Lists
8. Maintenance
9. Troubleshooting

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WARRANTY
Facsimile Products
Congratulations on Your Purchase!
FOR THE SERVICING OF PRODUCTS
PURCHASED IN
NEW ZEALAND
CONTACTYOUR SELLING DEALER/RETAILER
OR FOR REFERRAL TO A
SERVICE CENTRE,
CALL SHARP CUSTOMER SERVICES
TELEPHONE: [phone]
FACSIMILE: 09 636 6972
SHARP CORPORATION OF NEW ZEALAND LIMITED
Cnr Mahunga Drive & Hastie Avenue,
Mangere, AUCKLAND
This Sharp product is warranted against manufacturing defects for a period of twelve (12) months from
the date of original purchase.
In the event of any defect arising in the equipment during the warranty period, such repairs should only
be carried out by the Dealer from which the unit was originally purchased or a Service Centre approved
by Sharp to service this type of equipment. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the
owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.
The owner is responsible for any transportation and insurance costs if the product has to be returned
for repair.
This warranty does not extend to accessories or defects or injuries caused by or resulting from causes
not attributable to faulty parts or the manufacture of the product, including but not limited to, defect or
injury caused by or resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, accidental damage, improper voltage, liquid
spillage, vermin infestation, software, use of consumables other than those approved by Sharp, or any
alterations made to the product which are not authorised by Sharp.
Please retain your sales documentation, as this should be produced to validate a warranty claim.
This warranty is in addition to and in no way limits, varies or excludes any express and implied rights
and remedies under any relevant legislation in the country of sale. However, to the extent permitted by
such legislation, Sharp excludes any liability for any indirect or consequential damages arising from the
purchase or use of the product.
To the extent permitted by law, Sharp excludes all implied warranties and conditions and where the
product is one that is not normally required for personal, domestic or household use, Sharp limits its
liability to the repair or replacement (at Sharp's option) of materials or workmanship which are found by
Sharp to be defective.
For your reference, please enter the particulars of your purchase below and retain, with your purchase
documentation.
Model No.
Serial No.
Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase SPform046 (2Sept97)
FOR LOCATION ENQUIRIES WITHIN
AUSTRALIA
REGARDINGYOUR LOCAL
SHARP APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE
CALL THE
SHARP SERVICE REFERRAL CENTRE
LOCAL CALL: 1 300 13 50 22
FACSIMILE: [phone]
DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS
SHARP CORPORATION OF AUSTRALIA PTY.LIMITED
A.C.N. 003 039 405
1 Huntingwood Drive, Huntingwood NSW 2148
Important Notice: This warranty applies only to products sold in Australia & New Zealand
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Introduction
*Based on Sharp Standard No.1 Chart at standard resolution is Sharp special mode,
excluding time for protocol signals (i.e., ITU-T phase C time only).
Automatic dialling 30 numbers
Imaging film Initial starter roll (included with machine):
10 m (approx. 30 A4 pages)
Replacement roll (not included):
FO-6CR 50 m (one roll yields
approx. 150 A4 pages)
Memory size* 504 KB (approx. 30 average pages with no
voice messages recorded and ECM turned
off, or 20 minutes of voice messages
(including OGMs) with no documents in
memory)
Modem speed 14,400 bps with automatic fallback to lower
speeds.
Transmission time* Approx. 6 seconds (only when ECM is on)
Resolution Horizontal: 8 pels/mm
Vertical:
Standard: 3.85 lines/mm
Fine /Halftone: 7.7 lines/mm
Super fine: 15.4 lines/mm
Automatic document
feeder 10 pages max. (A4, 80 g/m2paper)
Recording system Thermal transfer recording
Halftone (grayscale) 64 levels
Compression scheme MR, MH, MMR
Welcome, and thank you for
choosing a Sharp fax
machine! The features and
specifications of your new
Sharp fax are shown below.
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Display 16-digit LCD display
Applicable telephone line Public switched telephone network
Paper tray capacity
(60 - 80 g/m2paper)
Approx. 50 A4-size sheets
(at room temperature; maximum stack height
should not cover the line on the tray)
Compatibility ITU-T (CCITT) G3 mode
Input document size Automatic feeding:
Width: 148 to 210 mm
Length: 140 to 297 mm
Manual feeding:
Width: 148 to 210 mm
Length: 140 to 600 mm
Effective scanning width 210 mm max.
Effective printing width 204 mm max.
Contrast control Automatic/Dark selectable
Reception modes TEL/FAX, TEL, FAX, A.M.
Copy function Single / Multi (99 copies/page)
Telephone function Yes (cannot be used if power fails)
Power requirements 230-240 V AC, 50 Hz
Operating temperature 5 - 35°C
Humidity 25 - 85% RH
Power consumption Standby: 2.5 W
Maximum: 110 W
Dimensions (without
attachments) Width: 327 mm
Depth: 193 mm
Height: 163 mm
Weight (without
attachments) Approx. 2.8 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 safety information
For your safety, if any of your equipment is not operating properly or should any physical
damage occur to the equipment where internal parts may become exposed, the equipment
should be immediately disconnected from the phone line and then the power line and returned
to a SHARP authorised Service Centre for inspection, repair, or disposal.
In Australia, installing or modifying telephone lines should only be done by an ACA licensed
serviceman. In New Zealand, installing or modifying telephone lines should be done in
accordance with Telecom wiring practices.
This facsimile machine is designed for use in Australia and New Zealand only.
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 telephone socket and then the power outlet 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 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz, earthed (3-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.
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.
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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.
WARNING NOTICE:
NO calls can be made to or from this fax machine during a mains power failure.
WARNING: Australian Communications Authority (ACA) regulations state that no unauthorised
changes or modifications to this equipment are permitted.
Note: Complies with ACA and NZ TELECOM standard AS/NZS3548 regarding emission of
electromagnetic interference.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference in an
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause 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 the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit to that which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Australia: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment is written on the
back of the machine. The sum of all Ringer Equivalence Numbers (REN's) on your telephone
line should not exceed 3 to assure correct service from your telephone company.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR NEW ZEALAND USERS
Please note:
The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has
accepted that the item complies with the minimum conditions for connection to its network. It
indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another
item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any
product is compatible with all of Telecom's network services.
This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the Telecom `111' Emergency
Service.
To avoid telephone charges for local calls, be sure to store numbers without area code in your
auto-dial locations.
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Table of Contents
A Look at the Operation Panel 7
1. Installation 10
Unpacking Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Loading the Imaging Film. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Loading Printing Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Entering Your Name and Fax Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setting the Reception Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2. Using the Answering Machine 26
Recording an Outgoing Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Operating the Answering Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Optional Answering Machine Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Transfer Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Override Ringing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Remote Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3. Sending Faxes 44
Transmittable Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Loading the Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Adjusting the Resolution and Contrast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Sending a Fax From Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
4. Receiving Faxes 58
Using TEL/FAX Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Using A.M. Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Using FAX Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Using TEL Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Optional Reception Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Substitute Reception to Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
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Table of Contents
6
5. Making Copies 67
6. Special Functions 69
Caller ID (Requires Subscription to Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
Distinctive Ring (Requires Subscription to Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
7. Printing Lists 76
8. Maintenance 80
9. Troubleshooting 83
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Messages and Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88
Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Quick Reference Guide 93
Index 94
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Display
This displays messages and prompts to help you operate the machine.
REC/MEMO key
Press this key to record an outgoing message, phone conversation, or memo.
PLAY key
Press this key to play recorded messages.
Left and right arrow keys
Auto-dial numbers: When sending fax ormaking a phone call, press these
keys to scroll through your auto-dial numbers, the “REVIEW CALLS” list (only
available if you have Caller ID), and the last number dialled (redial).
FUNCTION key settings: Press the right arrow key after scrolling with the up
and down arrow keys to select a FUNCTION key setting.
Number keys
Use these keys to dial numbers, and enter numbers and letters when storing
auto-dial numbers.
Panel release
Press this release to open the operation panel.
STOP key
Press this key to cancel an operation before it is completed.
A Look at the Operation Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
REC/
MEMO
PLAY
JKL
DELETE
REPEAT
ABC
1
DEF
WXYZ
9
GHI
45
MNO
6
PQRS
STOP COPY/HELP START/MEMORY
RESOLUTION/
RECEPTION MODE
FUNCTION
REDIAL
Z A
7
TUV
8
SKIP
0
2 3
TEL FAX
TEL/FAX A.M.
1
7 8 9 11 13
4 5 6
D
O
W
N
U
P
10 14 15 16
2 3
12
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.
START/MEMORY key
Press this key after dialling to begin fax transmission. Press this key before
dialling to send a fax via memory transmission.
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
Pressthiskeyfollowed bythe arrow key to select special functions and
settings.
UP and DOWN arrow keys
Enlarge/reduce setting: When making a copy of a document, press these
keys to select an enlarge/reduce setting.
Volume setting: When a document is not in the feeder, press these keys to
change the speaker volume when the key has been pressed, or the ringer
volume at any other time.
FUNCTION key settings: Press these keys after pressing the FUNCTION
key to scroll through the FUNCTION MODE settings.
key
Press this key to listen to the line and fax tones through the speaker when
faxing a document.
REPEAT key
Press this key while listening to a message to play it again.
SKIP key
Press this key while listening to a message to skip to the next message.
DELETE key
Press this key to erase recorded messages.
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10
9
8
12
13
14
15
16
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Monitoring phone conversations
When speaking through the handset, you can press to allow
a third person to listen to the conversation through the speaker. (To
turn off the speaker, press the key again.)
To adjust the volume of the speaker when monitoring a conversation,
press for high or for low (the volume setting reverts to low
each time the handset is replaced).
Note that the speaker cannot be used for speaking; it is only for
listening.
To avoid feedback (a loud howling sound), be sure to turn off the
speaker (press once again) before you replace the handset.
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1. Installation
Unpacking Checklist
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
extension Operation
manual Gears (2)
Handset Handset cord Telephone
line cord Imaging film (initial starter
roll)
If any are missing,
contact your
dealer or retailer.
Before setting up,
make sure you
have all of the
following items.
Adapter
(for Australia)
Adapter
(for New Zealand)
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Connections
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1. Installation
Connections
Connecting the handset
Connect the handset as shown and place it on the handset rest.
♦The ends of the handset cord are identical, so they will go into either
socket.
Make sure the handset
cord goes into the
socket marked with a
handset symbol on the
side of the machine!
Use thehandset to make ordinary phone calls,
or to transmit and receive faxes manually.
Connecting the power cord
Plug the power cord into a 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz, earthed AC (3-prong) outlet.
♦When disconnecting the fax, unplug the telephone line cord before
unplugging the power cord.
♦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.
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Connections
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Connecting the telephone line cord
Insert one end of the telephone line cord into the adapter. Insert the other end
of the line cord into the socket on the back of the machine marked TEL. LINE.
Plug the adapter into the telephone socket on the wall.
Dial mode:
The fax machine is set for tone dialling. If you are on a pulse dial line, you
must set the fax machine for pulse dialling. Press the keys on the operation
panel as follows:
1Press once and once.
2Press once and 3 times.
3Press once.
4Select the dial mode:
TONE: PULSE:
5Press to exit.
FUNCTION
12
STOP
TEL.
SET
TEL.
LINE
Display:
The display briefly shows
your selection, then:
OPTION SETTING
DIAL MODE
PSEUDO RING
1=TONE, 2=PULSE
For Australia
For New Zealand
Note: For all units installed in New Zealand, select "1" for tone dialling. The pulse
setting "2" will not operate correctly and must not be used.
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Connections
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1. Installation
Comments:
♦The 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.
♦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.
Moving your fax and reconnecting
Should it be necessary to move your fax to a new location, first disconnect the
telephone line cord before disconnecting the power lead. When reconnecting,
it is necessary to connect the power lead before connecting the telephone line
cord.
Attach the paper tray and paper tray extension
Attach the paper tray and paper tray extension.
Note: The paper tray extension has a top side
and a bottom side. Ifyou cannot insert the tabs
into the holes, turn the support over.
Click!
Insert
horizontally
and rotate up
until it clicks
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Connections
14
Extension phone (optional)
If desired, you can connect an extension phone to the TEL. SET socket onthe
fax.
1Remove the seal covering the TEL. SET
socket.
2Connect the extension phone line to
the TEL. SET socket.
Note: In New Zealand, not all standard telephones will respond to incoming
ringing when connected to the extension socket of the equipment.
TEL.
LINE
TEL.
SET
TEL.
LINE
TEL.
SET
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Loading the Imaging Film
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1. Installation
Loading the Imaging Film
Your fax uses a roll of imaging film to create printed text and images. The print
head in the fax applies heat to the imaging film to transfer ink to the paper.
Follow the steps below to load or replace the film.
1Remove any paper from the paper tray
and open the operation panel (press
➊).
2Remove the used film and
empty spool.
3Remove the two green gears from the
spools.
DO NOT DISCARD THE TWO GREEN
GEARS!
1
2
When replacing the film,
use a roll of Sharp FO-
6CR imaging film. One
roll can print about 150
A4-size pages.
The initial starter roll of
imagingfilmincluded with
your fax can print about
30 A4-size pages.
If you are loading the imaging film for
the first time, go to Step 4.
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Loading the Imaging Film
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4Remove the new roll of imaging film
from its packaging.
•Cut the band that holds the rolls
together.
5Insert the green gears.
6Insert the film into the print
compartment.
7Rotate the front gear as shown until
the film is taut.
8Close the operation panel (press down
on both sides to make sure it clicks
into place).
Fit ends of rolls
onto hubs
Make sure the
gears fit into the
slots in the ends
of the rolls.
1 slot
2 slots
Thick roll
to rear
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Loading Printing Paper
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1. Installation
1Fan the paper, and then tap the edge
against a flat surface to even the stack.
2Insert the stack of paper into the tray, PRINT SIDE DOWN.
•If paper remains in the tray, take it out and combine it into a single stack
with the new paper.
•Be sure to load the paper so that printing takes place on the print side of
the paper. Printing on the reverse side may result in poor print quality.
•GENTLY LOAD PAPER INTO THE PAPER TRAY.
•DO NOT FORCE IT DOWN INTO THE FEED SLOT.
Note: Do not use paper that has already been printed on, or paper that is curled.
Loading Printing Paper
You can load up to 50 sheets of A4-size, 60 - 80 g/m2paper in the paper tray
(at room temperature; maximum stack height should not be higher than the
line on the tray).
Note: If at any time the display shows the
alternating messages at right, check the printing
paper. If the tray is empty, add paper. If there is
paper in the tray, take it out and then reinsert it.
When you are finished, press .
START/MEMORY
ADD PAPER &
PRESS START KEY
The stack
should not
cover this
line
Correct Incorrect
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Loading Printing Paper
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Print contrast setting
Your fax has been set at the factory to print at normal contrast. If desired, you
can change the print contrast setting to LIGHT.
1Press once and once.
2Press once and twice.
3Press once.
4Select the print contrast:
NORMAL: LIGHT:
5Press to return to the date and time display.
FUNCTION
12
STOP
Display:
The display briefly shows
your selection, then:
OPTION SETTING
PRINT CONTRAST
COPY CUT-OFF
1:NORMAL
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