Sharp UX-A555 User manual

UX-A555GR/GH_Arabic_A4479
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
FACSIMILE
OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
UX-A555/UX-A556

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Introduction
*Based on Sharp Standard Chart at standard resolution in Sharp special mode, excluding
time for protocol signals (i.e., ITU-T phase C time only).
Automatic dialling 40 numbers
Imaging film Initial starter roll (included with machine):
10 m (approx. 25 A4 pages)
Replacement roll (not included):
FO-9CR 60 m (approx. 175 A4 pages)
Memory size* 448 KB (approx. 24 average pages with no
voice messages recorded, 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
Paper tray capacity
(60 - 80 g/m2paper)
Approx. 50 A4-size sheets
(at room temperature; maximum stack height
should not be higher than the line on the tray)
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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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.
Display 16-digit LCD display
Applicable telephone line Public switched telephone network
Compatibility ITU-T (CCITT) G3 mode
Input document size Automatic feeding:
Width: 148 to 216 mm
Length: 140 to 297 mm
Manual feeding:
Width: 148 to 216 mm
Length: 140 to 600 mm
Effective scanning width 210 mm max.
Effective printing width 210 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 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Operating temperature 5 - 35°C
Humidity 25 - 85% RH
Power consumption Standby: 2.6 W
Maximum: 110 W
Dimensions (without
attachments)
Width: 340 mm
Depth: 225 mm
Height: 136 mm
Weight (without
attachments)
Approx. 3.1 kg
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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 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 220 - 240 V, 50/60 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.
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 6
1. Installation 8
Unpacking Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Loading the Imaging Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Loading Printing Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Entering Your Name and Fax Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the Reception Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2. Using the Answering Machine 24
Recording an Outgoing Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Operating the Answering Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Optional Answering Machine Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Transfer Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Override Ringing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Remote Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
3. Sending Faxes 42
Transmittable Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Loading the Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Adjusting the Resolution and Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Using the Speakerphone to Make a Phone Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Sending a Fax From Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Table of Contents
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4. Receiving Faxes 57
Using TEL/FAX Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Using A.M. Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Using FAX Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Using TEL Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Optional Reception Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Substitute Reception to Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
5. Making Copies 66
6. Special Functions 68
Caller ID (Requires Subscription to Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
7. Printing Lists 74
8. Maintenance 77
9. Troubleshooting 81
Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Messages and Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Quick Reference Guide 90
Index 91
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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
(pages 26 and 30)
PLAY key
Press this key to play recorded messages (page 29).
Left and right arrow keys
Auto-dial numbers: When sending a fax or making a phone call, press these
keys to scroll through your auto-dial numbers (page 50), the “REVIEW
CALLS” list (only available if you have Caller ID; page 69), and the last
number dialled (redial; page 52).
FUNCTION key settings: Press the right arrow key after scrolling with the up
and down arrow keys to select a FUNCTION key setting.
UP and DOWN arrow keys
Enlarge/reduce setting: When making a copy of a document, press these
keys to select an enlarge/reduce setting (page 66).
Volume setting: When a document is not in the feeder, press these keys to
change the speaker volume when the SPEAKER key has been pressed, or
the ringer volume at any other time (page 22).
A Look at the Operation Panel
1
2
ZA
COPY/HELP STOP START/MEMORY
FAX TEL
TEL/FAX
A.M.
RESOLUTION
/RECEPTION
DIGITAL
SPEAKERPHONE
DELETE
REPEAT
SKIP
MIC
10
PLAY
REC
/MEMO
REDIAL
9
87 141312
11 15 16
143
256
3
4
5
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Number keys
Use these keys to dial numbers, and enter numbers and letters when storing
auto-dial numbers.
STOP key
Press this key to cancel an operation before it is completed.
COPY/HELP key
When a document is in the feeder, press this key to make a copy of a
document (page 66). 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 (page 46). Press this key
before dialling to send a fax through memory (page 55).
Microphone
The microphone is located here. Speak facing this location when using the
speakerphone.
FUNCTION key
Press this key followed by the arrow keys to select special functions and
settings.
RESOLUTION/RECEPTION MODE key
When a document is in the feeder, press this key to adjust the resolution for
faxing or copying (page 44). 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; page 21).
DIGITAL SPEAKERPHONE key
Press this key to talk with the other party through the speakerphone during a
call (speak facing the operation panel at a distance of about 50 cm to 1m;
page 68). This key can also be used to listen to the line and fax tones through
the speaker when faxing a document (page 59).
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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1. Installation
Unpacking Checklist
Points to keep in mind when setting up
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 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.
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.
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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 the handset to make ordinary phone calls,
or to transmit and receive faxes manually.
Connecting the power cord
Plug the power cord into a 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, earthed AC (2-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.
Note: The shape of the
plug varies by country.
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Connections
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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.
Setting the 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:
1 Press once and once.
2 Press once and 3 times.
3 Press once.
4 To select tone dialling, press . To select pulse dialling, press if
you are in a Group 1 country, or if you are in a Group 2 country.
•Group 1 countries: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Yemen, Kuwait, West Africa,
India, Philippines, Israel
•Group 2 countries: Qatar, Bahrain,
Oman, UAE, Tunisia, Morroco, Jordan
5 Press to exit.
STOP
TEL.SET
TEL.LINE
Display:
The display briefly shows
your selection, then:
OPTION SETTING
DIAL MODE
PSEUDO RING
1:TONE
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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.
Attaching the paper tray
Insert the paper tray into the machine.
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Connections
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Extension phone (optional)
If desired, you can connect an extension phone to the TEL. SET socket on the
machine.
1 Remove the seal covering the TEL. SET
socket.
2 Connect the extension phone line to
the TEL. SET socket.
TEL.SET
TEL.LINE
TEL.SET
TEL.LINE
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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.
1 Remove the paper from the paper tray
and open the operation panel (press
➊).
2 Remove the used film and
empty spool.
3 Remove the two gears from the spools.
DO NOT DISCARD THE TWO GEARS!
1
2
When replacing the film,
please use Sharp
Genuine Supplies.
For the imaging film to
use, see page 1.
The initial starter roll of
imaging film included with
your fax can print about
25 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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4 Remove the new roll of imaging film
from its packaging.
•Cut the band that holds the rolls
together.
5 Insert the gears.
6 Insert the film into the print
compartment.
7 Rotate the front gear as shown until
the film is taut.
8 Close 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 slot
Thick roll
to rear
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Loading Printing Paper
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1. Installation
1 Fan the paper, and then tap the edge
against a flat surface to even the stack.
Make sure the stack edges are even.
2 Pull the paper plate forward.
3 Insert 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.
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).
The stack
should not
be higher
than this line
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Loading Printing Paper
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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
4 Push the paper plate back down.
PRESS START KEY
ADD PAPER &
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 or DARK.
1 Press once and once.
2 Press once and twice.
3 Press once.
4 Select the print contrast:
NORMAL: LIGHT: DARK:
5 Press to exit.
STOP
Display:
PRINT CONTRAST
COPY CUT-OFF
The display briefly shows
your selection, then:
OPTION SETTING
1:NORMAL
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Entering Your Name and Fax Number
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1. Installation
Entering Your Name and Fax Number
Once you enter this
information, it will
automatically appear at
the top of each fax page
you send.
Before you begin sending
faxes, enter your name and
fax (telephone) number. You
also need to set the date and
time.
1 Press once and 3 times.
2 Press once.
3 Press once.
ZA
COPY/HELP STOP START/MEMORY
FAX TEL
TEL/FAX
A.M.
RESOLUTION
/RECEPTION
DIGITAL
SPEAKERPHONE
DELETE
REPEAT
SKIP
PLAY
MIC
REC
/MEMO
REDIAL
Display:
ENTER FAX #
ENTRY MODE
OWN NUMBER SET
START/MEMORY
STOP
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Entering Your Name and Fax Number
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4 Enter your fax number by pressing the number keys (max. 20 digits).
•To insert a space between digits, press . To enter “+”, press .
•To clear a mistake, press .
5 Press to enter the fax number in memory.
6 Enter your name by pressing number keys for each letter as shown in
the chart below. Up to 24 characters can be entered.
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 clear a mistake, press .
♦To enter a lower case letter, continue pressing the key for the letter until the
lower case letter appears. To enter one of the following symbols, press
or repeatedly: . / ! " # $ % & ’ ( ) ++ , - : ; < = > ? @ [ ¥ ] ^ _ ' { | } ) (
7 Press
8 Press to return to the date and time display.
DIGITAL
SPEAKERPHON
E
START/MEMORY
DIGITAL
SPEAKERPHON
E
START/MEMORY
STOP
Display:
DATE&TIME SET
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 =
SPACE =
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Setting the Date and Time
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1. Installation
Setting the Date and Time
1 Press once and 3 times.
2 Press once and once.
3 Press once.
4 Enter a two-digit number for the day (“01” to “31”).
Example: the 5th
•To correct a mistake, press to move the cursor back to the mistake and
then enter the correct number.
The date and time appear
in the display and are
printed at the top of every
page you fax. Set the date
and time as shown below.
Display:
The currently set date
appears (example):
ENTRY MODE
DATE&TIME SET
DATE 15-08-2004
DATE 05-08-2004
ZA
COPY/HELP STOP START/MEMORY
FAX TEL
TEL/FAX
A.M.
RESOLUTION
/RECEPTION
DIGITAL
SPEAKERPHONE
DELETE
REPEAT
SKIP
PLAY
MIC
REC
/MEMO
REDIAL
START/MEMORY
STOP
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