Sharp FO-A760 User manual

FACSIMILE
OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
FO-P710
FO-A760

Datalight is a registered trademark of Datalight, Inc.
FlashFXTM is a trademark of Datalight, Inc.
Copyright 1993 - 2004 Datalight, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
U.S. Patent Office 5.860.082/6.260.156

WARRANTY
Business Products
Congratulations on Your Purchase!
This Sharp product is warranted against faults in material and manufacture for the period
as stated in the table below.
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 damage 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 repair or replacement (at Sharp's option) of
materials or workmanship which are found by Sharp to be defective.
WARRANTY PERIODS
Computers & Peripherals 12 months
Copiers & Ancillaries 6 months
Electronic Cash Registers 12 months
Facsimile 12 months
Projection Equipment 24 months (excluding lamps and air filters)
Information Display Panel 12 months
POS Terminals 12 months
Multi Function Device 12 months
SHARP CORPORATION OF
AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED
ABN 40 003 039 405
1 Huntingwood Drive
Huntingwood NSW 2148
SP form015(JAN. 2007)
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This warranty applies to products sold in Australia

FOR LOCATION ENQUIRIES WITHIN
AUSTRALIA
REGARDING YOUR LOCAL
SHARP APPROVED SERVICE CENTRE
VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
www.sharp.net.au
OR CALL SHARP CUSTOMER CARE
1300 135 022
(LOCAL CALL COST APPLY WITHIN AUSTRALIA)
SHARP CORPORATION OF AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
SPform019(JUNE 2004)

1
Introduction 2
A Look at the Operation Panel 6
1. Installation 9
Unpacking Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Imaging Film. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Initial Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting the Reception Mode. . . . . . . 15
Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2. Sending Faxes 17
Transmittable Documents . . . . . . . . 17
Loading the Document . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Resolution and Contrast. . . . . . . . . . 18
Sending a Fax: Normal Dialling . . . . 19
Storing Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Sending a Fax: Auto Dialling . . . . . . 22
Making Phone Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3. Receiving Faxes 26
Using TEL/FAX (T/F) Mode . . . . . . . 26
Using FAX Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using TEL Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using A.M. Mode (FO-A760) . . . . . . 29
Reception to Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4. Answering System (FO-A760
only) 31
Recording an OGM . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Using the Answering System . . . . . . 31
Answering System Settings . . . . . . . 33
Override Ringing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Remote Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Table of Contents
5. Making Copies 38
6. Caller ID (Requires Service) 39
Activating Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Caller ID List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Blocking Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
7. Key Lock Function 43
8. Distinctive Ring (Requires
Service) 45
9. Maintenance 46
Cleaning the Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Cleaning the Print Head and Rollers 47
10. Troubleshooting 50
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . 50
Messages and Signals . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Quick Reference Guide 60
Index 61

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Specifications
Imaging film Initial sample roll (included with machine):
Yields approx. 20 A4 pages
Replacement roll (not included):
FO-31CR (33 m x one roll)
(one roll yields approx. 100 A4 pages)
Paper tray capacity Approx. 10 A4 sheets (80 g/m2)
(at room temperature)
Recording system Thermal transfer recording
Effective printing width 205 mm max.
Memory capacity FO-P710: Approximately 40 average pages
FO-A760: Approximately 50 average pages with no
voice messages recorded, or 15 minutes of voice
messages (including OGMs) with no documents in
memory (maximum of 30 voice messages).
Modem speed 14,400 bps with auto fallback to lower speeds.
Transmission time* Approx. 9 seconds
Compatibility ITU-T (CCITT) G3 mode
Compression scheme MH, H2, MMR
Automatic dialling 100 numbers; 3 Rapid Keys
Effective scanning width 205 mm max.
Scanning resolution Horizontal: 8 pels/mm
Vertical:
Standard: 3.85 lines/mm
Fine /Halftone: 7.7 lines/mm
Super fine: 15.4 lines/mm
Halftone (greyscale) 64 levels
Applicable telephone line Analog public switched telephone network
Introduction
*Based on Sharp Standard Chart at standard resolution, excluding time for protocol signals (i.e.,
ITU-T phase C time only)

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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 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 (errors
may occur during transmission and reception of faxes).
This machine is not compatible with digital telephone systems.
Reception modes TEL/FAX,TEL, FAX, A.M.
(A.M. mode is only available on the FO-A760)
Automatic document
feeder A4: 10 sheets max. (80 g/m2)
Contrast control Automatic/Dark selectable
Copy function Single / Multi (9 copies/page)
Display 16-digit LCD display
Power requirements 230-240 V AC, 50 Hz
Power consumption Standby: 1.5 W (only when Caller ID and distinctive ring
are set to NO)
Maximum: 90 W
Operating temperature 5 - 35°C
Humidity 30 - 85% RH
Dimensions (without
attachments)
Width: 296 mm
Depth: 180 mm
Height: 86 mm
Weight (without
attachments)
Approx. 2.3 kg

4
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.
Installing or modifying telephone lines should only be done by an ACMA licensed
serviceman.
This facsimile machine is designed for use in Australia 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. Do not 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 230-240 V AC, 50 Hz, earthed (3-prong)
outlet. Connecting it to any other kind of outlet will damage the machine.
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.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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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 and Media Authority (ACMA) regulations state
that no unauthorised changes or modifications to this equipment are permitted.
Note: Complies with ACMA standard AS/NZS CISPR22 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.
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.

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Display: This displays messages to
help you operate the machine.
Function key: Press this key
followed by the arrow keys to select
special functions and settings.
Arrow keys: Use to scroll through
and select settings, and to search
for numbers in the phonebook (p.
22).
Number keys: Use to dial fax
numbers.
RESOLUTION/RECEPTION key
When a document is in the feeder,
press to adjust the scanning
resolution (p. 18). At any other time,
press to select the reception mode
(p. 15).
Key Lock key: Use to activate or
release the Key Lock function (p.
43).
A Look at the Operation Panel
Rapid Keys: Numbers stored in the
phonebook can be assigned to
these keys for one-touch dialing (p.
22).
MEMO key: Press to record a
memo (FO-A760 only).
Forward Rec. key: Press to record
a greeting (outgoing message) (FO-
A760 only).
PLAY key: Press to play messages
(FO-A760 only).
DELETE key: Press to delete
various data from the machine (FO-
A760 only).
COPY/HELP key: When a
document is in the feeder, press this
key to make a copy of the document
(p. 38). At any other time, press this
key to print out the Help List, a quick
reference guide to the operation the
machine.
1
2
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
11
10
12
Note: The above illustration shows the operation panel of the FO-A760.
F
START
HOLD
REDIAL
REPEAT SKIP
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6
1
15 1613 17 18
12 14
345
2
8910 11
COPY/
HELP

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STOP key: Press to cancel an
operation before it is completed.
START key: Press after dialling to
send a fax (p. 19).
REPEAT key: Press while listening
to a message to repeat it (FO-A760
only).
SKIP key: Press while listening to a
message to skip it (FO-A760 only).
SPEAKER key: Press before
dialing to listen to the line and fax
tones through the speaker when
faxing (Normal Dialling, p. 19).
Note: This is not a speakerphone.
It cannot be used for speaking.
HOLD key (FO-A760)
HOLD/DELETE key (FO-P710):
Press during a call to put the call on
hold.
On the FO-P710, this key is also
used to delete various data from the
machine.
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14
13
16
17
18
Sleep mode
The machine will automatically enter sleep mode if left unused for a certain period
of time. When this happens, only the time will appear in the display. To wake the
machine, simply press any key on the operation panel and wait briefly until the
machine returns to the normal state.
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
or (the volume reverts to the lowest setting 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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F
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8
Entering letters
When the display prompts you to enter a name or other text, press the number
keys for each letter as shown below.
Note: To enter a number in a name, press and then press the desired number.
To switch back to letter entry mode, press again. (“ABC” appears at the right
of the display when letter entry mode is selected, and “123” appears when number
entry mode is selected. )
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Example: SHARP = 7777 44 2 777 7
♦To enter two letters in succession that require the same key, press after
entering the first letter to move the cursor to the right.
♦To backspace and clear a mistake, press on the FO-P710, or
on the FO-A760.
♦To enter a lower case letter, continue pressing the key for the letter until the
lower case letter appears.
♦Press repeatedly to enter , : ! ? & / ( ) [ ] (space)
Press repeatedly to enter @ . / - _
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C
TUV 8
TUV 8
TUV 8
A =
B =
C =
D =
E =
F =
G =
H =
I =
J =
K =
L =
M =
N =
O =
P =
Q =
R =
S =
T =
U =
V =
W =
X =
Y =
Z =

Unpacking Checklist
9
1. Installation
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, condensation may form on
the scanning glass, preventing proper
document scanning. To remove the
condensation, turn on the power and
wait approximately two hours before
using the machine.
1. Installation
Unpacking Checklist Setup
Handset Handset
cord
Phone
line cord
Manual
Sample roll of
imaging film (already
loaded in machine)
Connecting the handset
Connecting the power cord
Plug the power cord into a 230-240 V,
50 Hz, earthed (3-prong) AC outlet.
♦The power outlet must be installed
near the equipment and must be
easily accessible.
Adapter
When disconnecting the machine,
always disconnect the phone line
before you disconnect the power cord.
When re-connecting the machine,
always connect the power cord before
connecting the phone line.
It is recommended that you install
surge protectors for the power and
telephone lines. Surge protectors can
be purchased at most telephone
specialty stores.

Imaging Film
10
Connecting the phone line
Connect the phone line cord to the TEL.
LINE socket and a wall telephone
socket (use the provided adapter if
needed).
TEL.LINE
Imaging Film
Checking the pre-loaded sample
roll
A sample roll of imaging film has been
pre-loaded in the machine. Perform
steps 1 to 2 and 5 to 7 of Replacing the
imaging film below to check the film and
make sure it is taut.
♦The sample roll of imaging film can
print about 20 pages.
If [FILM END] appears
If [FILM END] appears in the display for
longer than 10 seconds, open the
machine (see Steps 1 and 2 of
Replacing the imaging film below) and
check the film. If the film has
completely wound onto the front spool,
replace the film. Otherwise, perform
Steps 5 to 7 of Replacing the imaging
film to remove slack.
Replacing the imaging film
Replacement film
Please purchase the following imaging
film:
SHARP FO-31CR (33 m x one roll)
Follow the steps below to replace the
imaging film.
Note: Before replacing the imaging
film, remove any paper from the paper
tray and push in the tray extension.
Setting the Dial Mode
The machine is initially set for tone
dialling. If you are on a pulse dial line,
you must change the DIAL MODE
setting to pulse.
1Press , , .
2Press to select TONE, or
to select PULSE.
3Press to exit.
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Wall socket
TEL. LINE
socket

Imaging Film
11
1. Installation
2Press the release and open the print
compartment cover.
3Remove the used roll from the
compartment, lifting the left ends of
the spools first.
Press green release
1Open the operation panel. 4Insert the new roll of film into the
print compartment:
a. Fit the right ends of the spools
onto the pins.
b. Place the left ends so that the
shafts of the gears fit into the
holders.

Loading Paper
12
7Close the operation panel.
6Close the print compartment cover.
•Press down on the marks on
both sides of the cover to make sure
it clicks into place.
5Turn the front gear in the direction
shown until the film is taut.
•If there is a label on the film,
continue to turn the gear until the
label is no longer visible.
Loading Paper
Approximately 10 sheets of A4-size
paper (80 g/m2) can be loaded in the
paper tray (at room temperature).
1If the paper tray is closed, open it.
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2Pull out the tray extension.
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3Fan the paper, and then tap the
edges against a flat surface to even
the stack.

Initial Settings
13
1. Installation
4Insert 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.
•Printing on the reverse side of the
paper may result in poor print quality.
•Do not use paper that has already
been printed on or is curled.
When not using the machine:
When not using the machine, keep
the paper tray closed.
Note: If paper is left in the tray a long
time, it will become curled. Curled
paper will not feed properly and may
cause a paper jam.
Setting the date and time
Set the date and time in the machine.
♦The date and time will be printed
automatically at the top of all fax
pages you send. The date and time
also appear in the display.
1Press , , .
•The currently set date appears
(example): [DATE 15-08-2008]
2Enter a two-digit number for the day
("01" to "31").
Example: the 5th
[DATE 05-08-2008]
•To backspace and clear a mistake,
press on the FO-P710, or
on the FO-A760.
3Enter a two-digit number for the
month ("01" for January, "02" for
February, "12" for December, etc.).
Example: January
[DATE 05-01-2008]
4Enter the year (4 digits).
Example:
•The currently set time appears
(example): [TIME 12:19]
5Enter a two-digit number for the hour
("00" to "23") and a two-digit number
for the minute ("00" to "59").
Example: 9:25
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Initial Settings

Initial Settings
14
Entering your fax number
Enter your fax number in the machine.
♦Your entered fax number will be
printed automatically at the top of all
fax pages you send.
1Press , ,
2Press to select SET.
(To clear your number, press
twice and go to Step 5.)
3Enter your fax number with the
number keys (max. 20 digits).
•To insert a space, press . To
enter “+”, press
•To backspace and clear a mistake,
press on the FO-P710, or
on the FO-A760.
4Press .
Display: [OWN NAME SET]
5Press to exit.
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6Press .
Display: [OWN NUMBER SET]
7Press to exit.
Entering your name
Enter your name in the machine.
♦Your entered name will be printed
automatically at the top of all fax
pages you send.
1Press , , .
2Press to select SET.
(To clear your name, press
twice and go to Step 5.)
3Enter your name by pressing
number keys for each letter as
shown in the chart on page 8. Up to
24 characters can be entered.
•To backspace and clear a mistake,
press on the FO-P710, or
on the FO-A760.
4Press .
Display: [DIAL MODE]
5Press to exit.
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Setting the Reception Mode
15
1. Installation
Setting the Reception Mode
The machine has the following modes
for receiving incoming faxes:
FAX mode:
Select this mode when you only want to
receive faxes on your line. The machine
automatically answers all calls and
receives incoming faxes.
TEL mode:
This mode is the most convenient for
receiving phone calls. Faxes can also
be received; however, all calls must
first be answered by picking up the
machine's handset.
TEL/FAX (T/F) mode:
This mode is convenient for receiving
both faxes and voice calls. The
machine answers all calls on a preset
number of rings. If the machine detects
that a call is a voice call (including a
manually dialled fax), it will make a
special ringing sound to alert you to
answer. If the machine detects that the
call is an automatically dialled fax, it will
begin reception.
A.M. ()mode (FO-A760 only):
Select this mode when you go out and
want the machine’s answering system
to answer all calls. Voice messages will
be recorded, and fax messages will be
received automatically.
Volume Adjustment
Ringer volume
1Press or to select
HIGH, MIDDLE, LOW, or OFF.
(Make sure has not been
pressed.)
•The ringer will ring once at the
selected level.
2If you selected “OFF OK?” to turn
off the ringer, press .
Note: When the reception mode is set
to TEL, the ringer will still ring at LOW if
turned off.
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F
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Setting the reception mode
To set the reception mode, make sure a
document is not loaded in the feeder,
and then press until the desired
mode appears in the display.
♦For more information on receiving
faxes, see Chapter 3.
Speaker volume
1Press .
2Press or to select the
desired level.
•Press again to turn off the
speaker.
F
F
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Volume Adjustment
16
Key Tone setting
The machine normally sounds a beep
each time you press a key on the
operation panel. This confirms that the
key has been correctly pressed.
If desired, you can turn off the beep
sound. Follow the steps below.
1Press , , and .
2Press (YES) to turn on the
beep sound.
Press (NO). to turn off the
beep sound.
3Press to exit.
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