Sharp AL-1045,AL-1555,AL-1255,AL-1456 Operation Manual

AL-1045 AL-1255 AL-1456 AL-1555

DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM

OPERATION MANUAL

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Caution

This product contains a low power laser device. To ensure continued safety do not remove any cover or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

CAUTIONS

Cautions on using

Follow the cautions below when using this unit.

Warning:

• The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing misfed paper.

• Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes.

• Do not switch the unit rapidly on and off. After turning the unit off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on.

• Unit power must be turned off before installing any supplies.

Caution:

• Place the unit on a firm, level surface.

• Do not install the unit in a humid or dusty location.

• When the unit is not used for a long time, for example for consecutive holidays, turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.

• When moving the unit, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.

• Do not cover the unit with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so may prevent heat radiation, damaging the unit.

• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

Important points when selecting an installation site

Do not install your unit in areas that are:

• damp, humid, or very dusty

• exposed to direct sunlight

• poorly ventilated

• subject to extreme temperature or humidity changes, e.g., near an air conditioner or heater.

Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing and proper ventilation.

A small amount of ozone is produced within the unit during opera tion. The emission level is insufficient to cause any health hazard.

Note:

The present recommended long term exposure limit for ozone is 0.1ppm (0.2mg/m3) calculated as an 8hr. time-weighted average concentration. However, since the small amount that is emitted may have an o bjectionable odor, it is advisable to place the unit in a ventilated area.

20 cm

10 cm

Cautions on handling

Be careful in handling the unit as follows to maintain the performance of this unit.

Do not drop the unit, subject it to shock or strike it against any object. Do not expose the drum cartridge to direct sunlight.

• Doing so will damage the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge, causing smudges on copies.

Store spare supplies such as drum cartridges and TD cartridges in a dark place without removing from the package before use.

• If they are exposed to direct sunlight, smudges on copies may result.

Do not touch the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge.

• Doing so will damage the surface of the cartridge, causing smudges on copies.

Trademark acknowledgements

• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.

• IBM and PC/AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

• Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

Cautions on laser

In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are ma rked "I" and "O" on the co pier instead of "ON" and "OFF". The symbol "O" denotes the copier is not completely de-energized but in a stand-by condition at this "POWER" switch position. If your copier is so marked, please read "I" for "ON" and "O" for "OFF".

Caution! For a complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

As an ENERGY STAR

Partner, SHARP has determined that

this product meets the ENERGY STAR

guidelines for energy

efficiency.

Safety precautions:

This Digital Copier is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the CDRH standards. This means that the unit does not produce hazardous laser radiation. For your safety, observe the precautions below.

• Do not remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers.

• The unit’s exterior covers contain several safety interlock switches. Do not bypass any safety interlock by inserting wedges or other items into switch slots.

770 nm - 795 nm

11.82 µs/7 mm

0.17 mW 0.01 mW

Wave length Pulse times Output power

1 2

5 6

1 INTRODUCTION

USING THE MANUALS.................4

PART NAMES ...............................5

OPERATION PANEL.....................6

2 SETTING UP THE UNIT

SETUP PROCEDURE...................7

CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND

ACCESSORIES.............................8

PREPARING THE UNIT FOR

INSTALLATION.............................8

INSTALLING THE

TD CARTRIDGE..........................10

POWER ON............................ ... ..12

3 LOADING PAPER

PAPER.........................................14

LOADING THE PAPER TRAY.....15

BYPASS FEED

(including special paper)..............17

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP PERSONAL MFP

SERIES........................................19

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE

REQUIREMENTS........................19

BEFORE INSTALLATION ...........20

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE..21 INDICATORS ON THE OPERATION

PANEL.........................................31

USING THE PRINTER MODE.....32

USING THE SCANNER MODE........ 34

HOW TO USE THE

ONLINE MANUAL .......................42

USING OTHER INSTALLED

DRIVERS.....................................44

CONNECTING THE INTERFACE

CABLE.........................................45

5 MAKING COPIES

COPY FLOW ...............................46

ORIGINAL PLACEMENT.............47

SET THE COPY QUANTITY .......49

EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/

PHOTO COPYING.......................49

REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/

ZOOM..........................................51

6 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

ABOUT THE SPECIAL FUNCTIONS OF

THE AL-1555 ...............................52

DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL

FUNCTIONS................................54

TONER SAVE MODE..................54

USER PROGRAMS.....................55

DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER

OF COPIES .................................56

7 MAINTENANCE

TD CARTRIDGE

REPLACEMENT..........................57

DRUM CARTRIDGE

REPLACEMENT..........................58

CLEANING THE UNIT.................59

TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT

TROUBLESHOOTING.................61

STATUS INDICATORS................62

MISFEED REMOVAL ..................63

9 APPENDIX

SPECIFICATIONS.......................68

ABOUT SUPPLIES AND

OPTIONS.....................................70

MOVING AND STORING

THE UNIT ....................................71

INDEX..........................................72

SOFTWARE LICENSE................75

CONTENTS

This chapter provides basic information fo r usi ng the unit.

USING THE MANUALS

In addition to this printed manual an online manual is also provided. To get full use of all features and functions of this product, be sure to familiarize yourself with both manuals. This printed manual provides all installation and setup instructions as well as instructions in the use of all copier functions. The online manual contains the following information.

Online manual

Provides you with information on how to specify preferences and troubleshooting. Check the online manual when you use this unit after all the initial setup is completed.

How to use the online manual

Explains how to use the online manual.

Provides information on how to print a document.

Scan

Explains how to scan using the scanner driver and how to adjust the settings for the Button Manager.

Troubleshooting

Provides instructions on how to solve driver or software problems.

Conventions used in this manual and online manual

• This operation manual explains the operation of the AL-1 045, AL-1255, A L-1456, and AL-1555 models. In cases where the operation is the same, the AL-1555 is used.

• Illustrations of driver screens and other computer screens show the screens that appear in Windows XP Home Edition. Some of the names that appear in these illustrations may differ slightly from the screens that appear in other operating systems.

• This operation manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF", and the Reverse Single Pass Feeder as the "RSPF".

• In this manual, the following icons are used to provide the user with information pertinent to the use of the unit.

Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning are not properly followed.

Cautions the user that damage to the unit or one of its components may result if the contents of the caution are not properly followed.

Notes provide information relevant to the unit regarding specifications, functions, performance, operation and such, that may be useful to the user.

Indicates a letter displayed in the display.

INTRODUCTION

PART NAMES

Interface

TD cartridge Drum cartridge

SPF/RSPF Original cover

Original exit area

3 4

8 9

10 11

14 15

Single bypass

USB interface

Parallel interface

Multi-bypass tray

Paper tray 2

SPF/RSPF scan area

Original guide

Original feeder tray

Feeding roller cover

Interface

TD cartridge Drum cartridge

SPF/RSPF Original cover

Original exit area

3 4

8 9

10 11

14 15

Single bypass

USB interface

Parallel interface

Multi-bypass tray

Paper tray 2

SPF/RSPF scan area

Original guide

Original feeder tray

Feeding roller cover

Original table Operation panel Front cover Paper tray Side cover Side cover open button Bypass paper guides Paper output tray Paper output tray extension

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9

Power switch Handle Power cord socket Fusing unit release lever Transfer charger Charger cleaner

10 11 12 13 14 15

OPERATION PANEL

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Original to copy key and indicators (AL-1555)

Two-sided copies from one-sided originals. Turn on Long Edge or Turn on Short Edge can be selected.

Two-sided copies from two-sided originals. (Can be selected only when the RSPF is used.)

Single-sided copies from two-sided originals. (Can be selected only when the RSPF is used.)

Exposure mode selector key and indicators

Use to sequentially select the exposure modes: AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO. Selected mode is shown by a lit indicator. (p.49)

Light and dark keys and exposure indicators

Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO exposure level. Selected exposure level is shown by a lit indicator. (p.49) Use to start and terminate user program setting. (p.55)

Alarm indicators

Drum replacement required indicator (p.58)

Misfeed indicator (p.63) TD cartridge replacement

required indicator (p.57)

SPF/RSPF indicator (p.48) (AL-1255/AL-1456/AL-1555)

SPF/RSPF misfeed indicator (p.66) (AL-1255/AL-1456/AL-1555)

Copy ratio selector key and indicators

Use to sequentially select preset reduction/enlargement copy ratios. Selected copy ratio is shown by a lit indicator. (p.51)

Copy ratio display (% ) key (p.51) Display

Displays the specified copy quantity, zoom copy ratio, user program code, and error code.

SCANNER key and indicator (p.31, p.38) (AL-1255/AL-1456/AL-1555)

ON LINE key and indicator

Lights up when the unit is used as a printer and scanner. For description of the ON LINE indicator, see "INDICATORS ON THE OPERATION PANEL" (p.31).

Power save indicator

Lights up when the unit is in a power save mode. (p.54, p.55)

Paper feed location indicators

Light up to show the selected paper feed station.

Tray select key (AL-1456/AL-1555)

Use to select a paper feed station (paper tray or multi-bypass tray). (p.53)

Zoom keys and indicator

Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio from 25% to 400% in 1% increments. (p.51)

Copy quantity keys

• Use to select the desired copy quantity (1 to 99). (p.49)

• Use to make user program entries. (p.55)

Clear key

• Press to clear the display, or press during a copy run to terminate copying. (p.49)

• Press and hold down during standby to display the total number of copies made to date. (p.56)

Start key and indicator

• Copying is possible when the indicator is on.

• Press to start copying

• Use to set a user program. (p.55)

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Follow the installation procedure below to use the unit properly.

SETUP PROCEDURE

When using the unit for the first time, setup the unit following the procedure shown below.

If you are only using the unit for copying, skip this step.

The multi-bypass tray is only included with the AL-1555.

If the unit does not function properly during setup or use, or if a function cannot be used, see "TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT" (p.61).

1 Open the package, and make sure that all the accessories are

supplied with the unit. (p.8)

2 Remove the protective materials. (p.9)

8 Now, you can copy (p.46), print (p.32), or scan (p.34) your

document.

3 Install the TD cartridge. (p.10)

4 Load the paper in the paper tray (p.15) or the multi-bypass

tray*

. (p.17)

5 Plug the other end of the power cord into the nearest outlet. (p.12)

6 Install the software.*1 (p.19)

7 Connect the interface cable*1 (p.45) and turn on the unit. (p.12)

SETTING UP THE UNIT

CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES

Open the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included. If anything is not included or is damaged, contact your authorized Service representative.

PREPARING THE UNIT FOR INSTALLATION

Be sure to hold the handles on both sides of the unit to unpack the unit and carry it to the installation location.

Drum cartridge

(installed in unit)

Operation manual AL-1045

AL-1255 AL-1456 AL-1555

Software CD-ROM

TD cartridge

Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration belo w. Then open the original cover/SPF/RSPF and remove protective materials. After that, take out the bag containing the power cord and TD cartridge.

Release the scan head locking switch.

The scan head locking switch is under the original table.

AL-1555

AL-1255 AL-1456

(AL-1555 only)

AL-1045

AL-1255/AL-1456/AL-1555

Lock Unlock

Grasp here and turn in the direction of the arrow.

INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE

Open the multi-bypass tray (AL-1555, p.17), and then open the side cover.

Remove the CAUTION tape from the front cover and remove the two protective pins from the fusing unit by pulling the strings upward one at a time.

Push gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover.

Remove the TD cartridge from the bag. Remove the protective paper. Hold the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five times. Hold the tab of the protective cover and pull the tab to your side to remov e the cover.

CAUTION tape

Protective pins

4 or 5 times

Gently insert the TD cartridge until it locks in place while pushing the lock release button.

Close the front cover and the n the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button.

When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may be damaged.

POWER ON

Ensure that the power switch of the unit is in the OFF posi tion. Insert the attached power cord into the power cord socket at the rear of the unit. Plug the other end of the power cord into the nearest outlet. Turn the power switch on the left side of the unit to the "ON" position. The start ( ) indicator will light up and other indicators which show the initial settings of the operation panel will also light up to indicate the ready condition. For the initial settings, see the "Initial settings of operation pa nel" described on the next page.

About the scan head

The scan head lamp remains on constantly when the unit is in the ready condition (when the Start indicator is illuminated). The unit adjusts the scan head lam p pe ri o di cally to maintain copying quality. At this time, the scan head moves automatically. This is normal and does not indicate unit trouble.

If you use the unit in a country other than the country where the unit was purchased, you will need to make sure that your local power supply is compatible with your model. If you plug the unit into an incompatible power supply, irreparable damage to the unit will result.

Only insert the power cord into a properly grounded wall socket. Do not use extension cords or power strips.

• The unit will enter a power save mode once the set time has elapsed

without any unit operation . The settings of the power save modes can be modified. See "USER PROGRAMS" (p.55).

• The unit will return to the initial settings a preset amount of time after

the end of copy, or scanner job. The preset amount of time (auto clear time) can be changed. See "USER PROGRAMS" (p.55).

Initial settings of operation panel

When the unit power is on, the operation panel will revert to the initial settings when the time set with the "Auto clear time" setting (p.54) elapses after a copy or scanner job is finished, or when the clear ( ) key is pressed twice. The initial settings of the operation panel are shown below.

When copying is begun in this state, the settings in the following table are used.

Power off methods

If not used for a certain period of time, the unit will automatically enter auto power shut-off mode (p.54) in order to minimize power consumption. In cases where the machine will not be used for a long time, turn off the power switch and remove the power cord from the outlet.

Copy quantity 1 copy Exposure adjustment Auto Zoom 100%

AL-1555 only

Original to copy The "Original to copy" indicator does

not illuminate. (One-sided copying only)

Tray Paper tray 1

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"0" is displayed in the displ ay .

Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray.

PAPER

For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP.

* Do not use non-standard envelopes, and envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic

snappers, string closures, windows, linings, self-adhesive, patches or synthetic materials. Do not use envelopes that are filled with air or envelopes that have labels or stamps attached. These will cause physical damage to the unit.

**For paper weighing from 104 to 128g/m

, A4 is the maximum size that can be fed

through the single bypass or the multi-bypass tray.

• Special papers such as transparency film, labels and envelope must be fed one sheet at a time through the single bypass or the multi-bypass tray.

Type of paper

feeding

Type of media Size Weight

Paper tray Standard paper A4

B5 A5 Letter Legal Invoice

56 to 80g/m

Single bypass/ Multi-bypass tray

Standard paper and thick paper

A4 B5 A5 B6 A6 Letter Legal Invoice

52 to 128g/m

Special media

Transparency film

A4 Letter

Envelope* International DL

International C5 Commercial 10 Monarch

LOADING PAPER

LOADING THE PAPER TRAY

Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it stops.

Remove the pressure plate lock. Rot ate th e pressur e plate lock in the direction of the arrow to remove it while pressing down the pressure plate of the paper tr ay .

Store the pressure plate lock which has been removed in step 2. To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock to fix it on the relevant location.

Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper width and length. Squeeze the lev er of paper guide and slide the guide to match with the width of the paper. Move paper guide to the appropriate slot as marked on the tray.

Pressure plate lock

Paper guide B

Paper guide A

Fan the paper and insert it into th e tray. Make sure the edge s go under the corner hooks.

Gently push the paper tray back into the unit.

Do not load paper above the maximum height line ( ). Exceeding the line will cause a paper misfeed.

• After loading paper, to cancel the blinking without restarting

copying, press the clear ( ) key. The in the display will go out and the start ( ) indicator will light up.

•

Be sure that paper is free of rips, dust, wrinkles, and curled or bent edges.

• Make sure all the paper in the stack is the same size and type.

• When loading paper, ensure there is no space between the paper and

the guide, and check if the guide is not set too narrow causing the paper to bend. Loading paper in these ways will result in document skew or a paper jam.

• When not using the unit for an extended period, remove all paper from

the paper tray and store it in a dry place. If paper is left in the unit for an extended period, the paper will absorb moisture from the air, resulting in paper jams.

•

When adding new paper to the paper tray, remove the old paper already contained in the tray. Placing new paper on top of the paper already contained in the tray may result in feeding two sheets at one time.

BYPASS FEED (including special paper)

The multi-bypass tray (AL-1555) or the single bypass (AL-1045/AL-1255/AL-1456) can be used to feed standard paper, transparency film, labels, envelopes, and other special purpose paper. Paper measuring from A6 to A4 and in the weight range of 52 to 128g/m

can be used in this

tray. (For paper weighing from 104 to 128g/m

, A4 is the maximum size.)

The multi-bypass tray (AL-1555)

Open the multi-bypass tray and ext end the tray.

Set the paper guides to the paper width. Insert the paper (print face down) all the way into the multi-bypass tray.

Press the tray select ( ) key to select the multi-bypass tray.

•

The multi-bypass tray (AL-1555) can hold maximum of 50 sheets of paper. (Capacity will vary depending on the type of paper loaded.) The single bypass (AL-1045/AL-1255/AL-1456) can hold one sheet of paper.

• The original image must be smaller than the paper or media for

copying. If the original image is bigger than the paper or media, this may cause smudges on the edges of the copies.

To close the multibypass tray, perform step 1 and then step 2 in the illustration and push the round projections at the right of the tray until they click.

•

Paper must be fed narrow side into the feed slot.

•

Transparency film, labels, and other special purpose papers must be fed individually.

•

When copying onto transparency film, remove each copy promptly. Do not let copies stack up. When loading an envelope, make sure that it is straight and flat.

Print face

The single bypass (AL-1045/AL-1255/AL-1456)

Select copy and print settings before you begin the copy job.

For information on the copy settings, see "MAKING COPIES" (p.46)". For information on the print settings, see the online manual or the Help file for the printer driver, and then begin printing from the single bypass.

Set the paper guides to the paper width. In sert a single sh eet of copy or print paper (print face down) into the feed slot of the single bypass.

Using copy mode

When you insert the paper, the machine will automatically draw in the paper and begin copying.

Using printer mode

After appears in the display, wait until the Paper feed location indicator for the single bypass illuminates and insert the paper. The machine will automatically draw in the paper and begin printing.

If you insert a sheet of paper into the single bypass when multiple copies have been set with the copy quantity setting (p.49), the copy quantity setting will change to "0" and only one copy will be made.

Note for loading envelopes

• Envelopes must be fed narrow side into the feed slot one sheet at a time.

• Do not use non-standard envelopes, and envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic snappers, string closures, windows, linings, self-adhesive, patches or synthetic materials. Do not use envelopes that are filled with air or envelopes that have labels or stamps attached.

• Envelopes of which the surface is not flat because of embossing may cause the prints to become smudged.

• Under high humidity and temperature conditions the glue flaps on some envelopes may become sticky and be sealed closed when printed.

• Use only envelopes which are flat and crisply folded. Curled or poorly formed envelopes may be poorly printed or may cause misfeeds.

• Be sure to select either Com10, DL, C5 or Monarch on the paper size setting of the printer driver. (For detailed information on printer driver, refer to the online manual.)

• It is recommended that you perform a test print before performing the actual print job.

Print face

This chapter provides you with information on how to install required software to use this unit with your computer. Information on how to use the online manual is also provided. The following term is used in this chapter.

CD-ROM

Means the supplied CD-ROM with the SHARP Personal MFP Series software.

SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP PERSONAL MFP SERIES

The supplied CD-ROM includes software for this unit.

MFP driver

Scanner driver

Permits you to operate scanning function of this unit with TWAIN-compliant and WIA-compliant application.

Printer driver

Enables you to use the printer function of this unit with your computer.

Print Status Window

The print state and information on current printing are displayed on the sta tus monitor window.

Sharpdesk

An integrated software environment that makes it easy to manage document and image files and launch applications.

Button Manager

Button Manager enabling the SCANNER ( ) key located on the unit.

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

Check the following hardware and software requirements in order to install the software.

*1Compatible with Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional , Windows XP

Professional or Windows XP Home Edition preinstalled model with USB interface equipped as standard.

Printing is unavailable in MS-DOS mode.

The administrator's authorization is required to install this software using this installer.

Computer type IBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with a

USB1.1*

or bi-directional parallel interface (IEEE 1284)

Operating system*

Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (ServicePack 5 or later)*

, Windows 2000

Professional, Windows XP Professional*

, Windows XP

Home Edition*

Display 800 x 600dots (SVGA) display with 256 colors (or better) Hard disk free space

150MB or more

Other requirement for hardware

An environment on which any of the operating systems listed above can fully operate

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

BEFORE INSTALLATION

The following table shows the drivers and software that can be installed for each version of Windows and interface connection method.

*1When the unit is connected through the parallel port, the Print Status Window can only

be used when the parallel port is set to ECP mode. To set the parallel port mode, refer to your computer manual or ask the manufacturer of your computer.

Sharpdesk can be installed when using a paralle l interface connection, however, the unit’s scanner function cannot be used.

Flow of installation

Refer to the following table and then begin installation

MFP Driver

Button

Manager

Sharpdesk

Printer driver/

Print Status

Window

Scanner driver

Users of Windows 98/Me/2000/XP who will use the USB interface connection

Available*

Available Available Available

Users of Windows 98/Me/2000/XP who will use the parallel interface connection

Not Available

Not

Available

Available*

Windows 95/NT 4.0 users

•

If you are using some of your computer’s memory as a RAM drive, the printer driver may not be allocated the correct amount of memory. In such a case, reduce the size of your RAM disk, or do not use the RAM disk. Please refer to your Windows documentation for further information.

• Is there another GDI printer driver or a Windows Printing System

printer driver already installed? If installed, change the printer port setting. For the change of the printer port setting, see "USING OTHER INSTALLED DRIVERS" (p.44).

Operating

system

Interface Reference pages for how to install

Windows XP

USB/

Parallel

Installing onto Windows XP (USB/parallel interface) (p.21)

Windows 98

USB

Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface) (p.25)

Parallel

Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface) (p.28)

Windows Me

USB

Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface) (p.25)

Parallel

Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface) (p.28)

Windows 2000

USB

Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface) (p.25)

Parallel

Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface) (p.28)

Windows 95/

NT 4.0

Parallel

Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface) (p.28)

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

The following term is used in this section.

MFP

Means the unit as a printer and scanner.

Installing onto Windows XP (USB/parallel interface)

Before starting the installation, make sure the USB or parallel interface cable is not connected to the MFP.

Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.

Click the "start" button, click "My Computer" ( ), and then double-click the CD-ROM ( ) icon.

Double-click the "Setup" ( ) icon.

Select the software packages to be installed, and then click the "Next" button.

The software packages with checkmark ( ) on the list on the screen will be installed.

Click the "Display README" button to show the information on the selected package.

• For this description, it is assumed that the mouse is configured for

right hand operation.

• To print or scan, the MFP must be in the online state.

• The scanner feature only works when using a USB interface cable.

• If any error message appears, solve the problem following the

instructions on the screen. After your problem is solved, the installing procedure will be continued. Depending on your problem, you may have to exit the installer. In this case, click the "Cancel" button to exit the installer. After solving your problem, reinstall the software from the beginning.

When any of "Found New Hardware Wizard" messages appear during the software installation, be sure to click the "Cancel" button.

If the language selection screen appears after you double click the "Setup" icon, select the language you wish to use and click the "Next" button. (Normally, the correct language is selected automatically.)

Review the software packages to be installed on the screen , an d th e n cl ic k the "Start" button.

The software packages to be installed will be displayed on the screen. If inappropriate packages are displayed, click the "Back" button to select appropriate packages again.

Copying files for MFP driver installation and parallel interface setup (This step will start if it was selected in step 4).

After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click the "Next" button.

A dialog box appears asking you to verify that the USB or parallel interface cable is not connected to the MFP. Make sure that the interface cable is not connected and click the "Next" button.

Click the "Next" button in the dialog box to install the MFP driver or Cancel to quit the installation.

The setup program will start to copy the files. If the following screen appears while the files are being copied (the message may appear more than once), click "Continue Anyway".

When the "The MFP driver installation is complete." dialog box appears, click the "OK" button.

The Button Manager installer will start.

• If you are using the parallel interface connection, do not select the

Button Manager checkbox because this feature is not supported with the parallel interface.

• If the following screen appears, click the "OK" button. Review the

contents in "BEFORE INSTALLATION" (p.20), and then select only appropriate the software packages to be installed.

Begin installation of the Button Mana ger (This step will start if it was selected in step 4).

After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click the "Next" button.

Read the message in the "Please read the following information." window, and then click the "Next" button.

When a message appears that lets you specify the location for the software to be installed, click the "Next" button.

If the program displays "Do you want the Button Manager added to Windows Startup?", check "Yes" and click the "OK" button.

The setup program will start to copy the files.

Click the "Finish" button when the message informs you that setup is successful.

The Sharpdesk installer will start.

Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was selected in step 4).

After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk installation" window, click the "Next" button.

Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click the "Next" button.

When the "Choose Destination Location" window appears, click the "Next" button.

When the "Select Program Folder" window appears, click the "Next" button.

Click the "Finish" button when the message informs you that Setup is complete.

Click the "Close" button when the message informs you that "Setup has finished". When the "Now connect the MFP interface cable to the PC" dialog box appears, click the "OK" button.

After the installation, a message to restart your computer may be displayed. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.

Connect the USB interface cable or parallel interface cable. (p.45)

Windows will detect the MFP and the Plug and Play screen will appear. If you are using Windows XP with the parallel interface, go to step 12.

Begin installation of the scanner driver.

"SHARP AL-xxxx" (where xxxx is the model name of your MFP) will appear in the "Found New Hardware Wizard" dialog box. Select "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" and click the "Next" button.

The "Install hardware" dialog box will appear. Click the "Continue Anyway" button.

When installation of the driver is completed, click the "Finish" button to finish the scanner driver installation.

Begin installation of the printer driver.

The "Hardware Installation" dialog box will appear. Click the "Continue Anyway" button.

When installation of the driver is completed, click the "Finish" button to finish the printer driver installation.

You have completed the installation of all the softwa re.

Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface)

Before starting the installation, make sure the USB interface cable is not connected to the MFP.

Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.

Double-click "My Computer" ( ), and then double-click the CD-ROM ( ) icon.

Double-click the "Setup" ( ) icon.

Select the software packages to be installed, and then click the "Next" button.

The software packages with checkmark ( ) on the list on the screen will be installed. Click the "Display README" button to show the information on the selected package.

Review the software packages to be installed on the screen, and then click the "Start" button.

The software packages to be installed will be displayed on the screen. If inappropriate packages are displayed, click the "Back" button to select appropriate packages again.

When any of "Hardware Found", or "Found New Hardware Wizard" messages appear during the software installation, be sure to click the "Cancel" button.

If the following screen appears, click the "OK" button. Review the contents in "BEFORE INSTALLATION" (p.20), and then select the appropriate driver software packages to be installed.

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