Parts marked with “” are important for maintaining the safety of the machine. Be sure to replace these parts
with the replacement parts specified to maintain the safety and performance of the machine.
This document has been published to be used
SHARP CORPORATION
for after sales service only.
The contents are subject to change without notice.
CAUTION
This product is a class 1 laser product that complies with 21CFR 1040 of the CDRH standard and
IEC825. This means that this machine does not produce hazardous laser radiation. The use of controls,
adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
This laser radiation is not a danger to the skin, but when an exact focusing of the laser beam is achieved
on the eye’s retina, there is the danger of spot damage to the retina.
The following cautions must be observed to avoid exposure of the laser beam to your eyes at the time of
servicing.
1) When a problem in the laser optical unit has occurred, the whole optical unit must be exchanged as a
unit, not as individual parts.
2) Do not look into the machine with the main switch turned on after removing the developer unit, toner
cartridge, and drum cartridge.
3) Do not look into the laser beam exposure slit of the laser optical unit with the connector connected
when removing and installing the optical system.
4) The middle frame contains the safety interlock switch.
Do not defeat the safety interlock by inserting wedges or other items into the switch slot.
LASER WAVE – LENGTH : 770 ~ 795nm
Pulse times : 11.82µs/7mm
Out put power : 0.17mW
± 0.01mW
CAUTION
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION,
WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
VORSICHT
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG,
WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERBRÜCKT.
NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.
VARO !
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS
OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE ÄLÄ
KATSO SÄTEESEEN.
ADVARSEL
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING VED ÅBNING, NÅR
SIKKERHEDSBRYDERE ER UDE AF
FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR
STRÅLNING.
VARNING !
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL
ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRREN ÄR URKOPPLAD.
BETRAKTA EJ STRÅLEN. – STRÅLEN ÄR
FARLIG.
At the production line, the output power
,
of the scanner unit is adjusted to 0.57
MILLI-WATT PLUS 20 PCTS and is
maintained constant by the operation of
the Automatic Power Control (APC).
Even if the APC circuit fails in operation
for some reason, the maximum output
power will only be 15 MILLI-WATT 0.1
MICRO-SEC. Giving and accessible
emission level of 42 MICRO-WATT
which is still-less than the limit of
CLASS-1 laser product.
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.
Caution label on the unit
The label ( ) in the fusing area of the unit indicates the following:
: Caution, risk of danger
: Caution, hot surface
The foregoing is applicable only to the 220V
model
230V model and 240V model.
VAROITUS! LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA
KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA
TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VARNING - OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ ANNAT
SÄTT ÄN I DENNA BRUKSANVISNING
SPECIFICERATS, KAN ANVÄNDAREN UTSÄTTAS
FÖR OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING, SOM
ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN FÖR LASERKLASS 1.
* Since only XP is subject to WHQL, XP will be supported to obtain WHQL.
Setting range: 50 - 9600dpi (Preview resolution is fixed at 75dpi)
Original position: Left Center
6. SPF
2
Original capacity30 sheets (52 to 90g/m
Original sizeA4 to A5/10" x 14" to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"
Original replacement speed12CPM(A4/8-1/2" x 11"Landscape)(15CPM model)
Original placementFace up
Original weight52 to 90g/m
Mixed feeding(Paper size)Performance Degraded
Original which cannotThermal papers, originals with punch holes for files, be used folded paper, transparent originals such as OHP films,
stapled or clip used originals with cover up liquid used, Originals with tape sealed, originals with high level frictional
coefficient such as photos or catalogs.
2
(14 - 23.9lbs.)
)(14 to 23.9 lbs.)
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[3] CONSUMABLE PARTS
1. Supply system table
Common to all destinations
No.NameContentLifeProduct namePackage
1 Develop cartridge (Black) x 1Toner/developer cartridge x 1
(Toner: Net weight 124g) (Developer: Net weight 190g)4K(5% document)
2 Drum cartridgeDrum cartridge18KAL-100DR5
2. Environmental
The environmental conditions for assuring the copy quality and the machine operations are as follows:
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(1) Normal operating condition
Temperature: 20 - 25°C
Humidity: 65 ± 5%RH
(2) Acceptable operating condition
Humidity (RH)
85%
60%
20%
10˚C30˚C 35˚C
(3) Optical condition
Humidity (RH)
90%
60%
(4) Supply storage condition
Humidity (RH)
90%
20%
–5˚C45˚C
15%
–25˚C30˚C40˚C
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3. Production control number (lot No.)
identification
<Developing cartridge>
Production month
Production day
Destination code
(Dealer, distributor, OEM, etc.)
Production place
(SOCC: Fixed to B.)
End digit of year
Version No.
* Destination
DivisionNo.
EX DestinationA same packG
B same packH
Option DestinationAP
BQ
<Drum cartridge>
The label on the drum cartridge shows the date of production.
(SOCC production)
Production control
label attachment position
<JAPAN production>
DivisionNo.
Ex production1
Option2
Same pack3
Production month
Production day
Destination code
(Dealer, distributor, OEM, etc.)
Production place
(SOCC: Fixed to B.)
End digit of year
Version No.
X000119Ver.A1
Production month
(1 - 9 = Jan. - Sep. 0 = Oct. X = Nov. Y = Dec.)
Serial number of month
Fixed to 1.
Pack division
(See table below)
End digit of year
Version No.
Production control
label attachment position(*1)
*1 The production control label is not attached to the cartridge of a
China product.
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[4] EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES
1. Appearance
SPF (AL-1457)
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(AL-1217)
11
12
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
13
14
15
16
17
18
Single bypass
7
1 Original table2Operation panel3Front cover
4 Paper tray5Side cover6Side cover open button
7 Bypass paper guides8Multi-bypass tray9Document feeder tray
10 SPF exit area11 Original guides12 Feeding roller cover
13 Original cover14 Paper output tray15 Paper output tray extension
16 Power switch17 Handle18 Power cord socket
2. Internal
2
1
1 Front cover2TD cartridge3Drum cartridge
4 Side cover5Fusing unit release lever6Transfer charger
7 Charger cleaner
3
4
5
6
7
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3. Operation panel
12345 678 91011
12 1314151617
Inch system
6
(AL-1457)
1Exposure mode selector key and indicators
Use to sequentially select the exposure modes: AUTO, MANUAL or
PHOTO. Selected mode is shown by a lit indicator.
5SPF misfeed indicator (AL-1457)6Copy ratio selector key and copy ratio indicators
7Copy ratio display (%) key8Display
9SCANNER key and indicator *3, *410 ONLINE key / indicator
11 Power save indicator
Lights up when the copier is in a power save mode.
13 Tray select key (AL-1457)
Use to select a paper feed station (paper tray or bypass tray).
15 Copy quantity keys
• Use to select the desired copy quantity (1 to 99).
• Use to make user program entries.
17 Print key and ready indicator
• Copying is possible when the indicator is on.
• Use to set a user program.
• Press to start copying
*1. Photoreceptor Cartridge Replacement indicator
After making 17,000 copies, the indicator will be “ON”, and after
1,000 copier more are made, the indicator starts blinking and
machine will hard-stop (after current job) until a new cartridge is
installed. End life of photoreceptor cartridge displays 3-digits x 2line (total 6-digits) by pressing CLEAR key for five seconds in user
simulation.
2Light and dark keys and exposure indicators
Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO exposure level.
Selected exposure level is shown by a lit indicator.
Use to start and terminate user program setting.
4SPF indicator (AL-1457)
Use to sequentially select preset reduction/enlargement copy ratios.
Selected copy ratio is shown by a lit indicator.
Displays the specified copy quantity, zoom copy ratio, user program
code, and error code.
Lights up when the machine is used as a printer and scanner. *3
12 Paper feed location indicators
Light up to show the selected paper feed station.
14 Zoom keys / indicator
Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio from 25% to
400% in 1% increments.
16 Clear key
• Press to clear the display, or press during a copy run to terminate
copying.
• Press and hold down during standby to display the total number
of copies made to date.
*2. Toner Developer Cartridge Replacement
When toner density is lower than a specified level, the TONER
DEVELOPER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT indicator lights up to
warn the user. If the Toner Developer Cartridge is not replaced in
that time, the Ready Lamp changes to blinking and then start to
supply the toner after around 10 copies. (Cartridge replacement
lamp continues to light.) If toner density is not back to specific level
after two minutes, the READY indicator goes out and Toner Developer indicator starts blinking, and the copier stops.
AL-1457 EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES 4 - 2
*3. Indicators on the operation panel
The ON LINE indicator and the start () indicator indicate the
state of the printer or scanner.
Start indicator
On:Indicates the unit is ready for copying or scanning is
being performed.
Blinking: Indicates that an interrupt print job is in progress, or that
the unit is initializing (the cover has been opened and
closed or the power turned off and on).
Off:Indicates copying or scanning is being performed or the
unit is in the auto power shut-off mode.
SCANNER indicator
ON LINE indicator
Start indicator
Power save indicator
ON LINE indicator
The ON LINE key is pressed and on line and off line are changed.
On:Indicates the unit is ready for printing or scanning is
being performed. (On line)
Blinking: Printing or data is being received from a computer.
Off:Copying is being performed. (Off line)
Power save indicator
On:Indicates the unit is in a power save mode.
Scanner indicator
On:The SCANNER () key has been pressed and the unit
is in scanner mode.
Blinking: A scan job is being executed from the computer, or scan
data is stored in the unit's memory.
Off:The unit is in the copy mode.
*4. Using the SCANNER key to begin scanning
This scanning method can only be used if the Button Manager has
been installed using the installer. To scan using this method, you
must first complete the settings in Button Manager in your computer. For more information on Button Manager, see the online
manual or the help file for Button Manager.
Note:
• Scanning is not possible during a copy job.
• If the unit is used to begin a scan job during a print job using the
parallel interface connection or the USB interface connection,
the scan job will be stored and scanning will begin when the print
job is completed.
• When scanning an original that has been placed in the SPF/
RSPF, only one original can be placed unless you are using
Sharpdesk.
1) Press the SCANNER () key.
The unit enters scan mode.
2) Place the original you wish to scan on the original table/SPF/
RSPF.
For the procedure for placing the original, see "ORIGINAL
PLACEMENT".
3) Press the right copy quantity key to display the number of the
application that you wish to use for scanning.
The application numbers are initially as follows.
The application numbers are initially as follows.
Application
number
Application launched
SC1Sharpdesk (if installed)
SC2E-mail (your standard e-mail program in the
Windows OS you are using)
SC3Fax (if a fax program is installed)
SC4OCR (if an OCR program is installed)
SC5Microsoft Word (if installed)
SC6Any application set in Button Manager
4) Press the start () key.
The selected application launches and scanning begins.
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4. Motors and solenoids
9
212
8
11
10
4
1
5
3
No.Part nameControl signalFunction / Operation
1 Main motorMMDrives the copier.
2 Scanner motorMRMTDrives the optical mirror base (scanner unit).
3 Toner motorTMSupplies toner.
4 Cooling fan motorVFMCools the optical section.
5 Resist roller solenoidRRSResist roller rotation control solenoid
6 Paper feed solenoidCPFS1Cassette Paper feed solenoid 1
7 Multi paper feed solenoidMPFSMulti manual pages feed solenoid
8 SPF motorSPFMDrives the single pass feeder
9 Duplex motorDMTDevices the duplex paper transport section
10 Original feed solenoidSPUSOriginal feed solenoid
11 Original resist roller solenoidSRRCOriginal resist roller solenoid
12 Original paper feed solenoidSPFSOriginal paper feed solenoid
7
6
AL-1457 EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES 4 - 4
5. Sensors and switches
11
1
2
9
10
3
4
5
6
8
No.NameSignalTypeFunctionOutput
1Scanner unit home position
sensor
2POD sensorPODTransmission sensorPaper exit detection"H" at paper pass
3PPD2 sensorPPD2Transmission sensorPaper transport detection 2"L" at paper pass
4Cassette detection switchCED1Micro-switchCassette installation detection"L" at cassette insertion
5Manual feed detection
switch
6PPD1 sensorPPD1Transmission sensorPaper transport detection 1"L" at paper pass
7Door switchDSWMicro-switchDoor open/close detection
8Drum reset switchDRSTMicro-switchNew drum detection switchInstantaneously "L" at insertion of new
9SPF sensorSPID/
10 SPPD sensorSPPDTransmission sensorPaper transport detection"L" at paper pass
11 SDOD sensorSDODTransmission sensorSPF open/close detection Book
MHPSTransmission sensorScanner unit home position detection "H" at home position
MFDTransmission sensorManual feed paper detection
Transmission sensorPaper entry detection
SD SW
(single only)
(safety switch for 24V)
Cover open/close detection
sensor
7
"L" at paper detection
1 or 0V of 24V at door open
drum
"L" at paper pass
"L" at paper pass
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6. PWB unit
9
5
2
1
8
6
4
3
7
No.NameFunction
1 Exposure lamp invertor PWBExposure lamp (CCFL) control
2 Main PWB (MCU)Copier control
3 Operation PWBOperation input/display
4 Power PWBAC power input, DC voltage control, High voltage control
5 CCD sensor PWBFor image scanning
6 LSU motor PWBFor polygon motor drive
7 TCS PWBFor toner sensor control
8 LSU PWBFor laser control
9 I/F PWBScanner/GDI Printer control (parallel I/F, USB I/F)
AL-1457 EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES 4 - 6
7. Cross sectional view
17
3
5
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2
4
16
1
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
No.Part nameFunction and operation
1Scanner unitIlluminates the original with the copy lamp and passes the reflected light to the lens unit(CCD).
2Exposure lampExposure lamp (CCFL) Illuminates original
3LSU (Laser unit)Converts the original image signal into laser beams and writes onto the drum.
4Paper exit rollerRoller for paper exit
5Main chargerProvides negative charges evenly to the drum surface.
6Heat rollerFuses toner on the paper. (Teflon roller)
7Pressure rollerFuses toner on the paper. (Silicon rubber roller)
8DrumForms images.
9Transfer unitTransfers images onto the drum.
10 Pickup rollerPicks up the manual feed paper. (In multi feed only)
11 Manual paper feed trayTray for manual feed paper
12 Manual paper feed rollerTransport the paper from the manual paper feed port.
13 PS roller unitTakes synchronization between the lead edge and the rear edge of the paper.
14 Pickup rollerPicks up documents.
15 Separation rollerSeparates documents to feed properly.
16 PS rollerFeeds documents to the scanning section.
17 Paper exit rollerDischarges documents.
AL-1457 EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES 4 - 7
[5] UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION
1. Copier installation
Improper installation may damage the copier. Please note the following
during initial installation and whenever the copier is moved.
Caution: If the copier is moved from a cool place to a warm place,
condensation may form inside the copier. Operation in this
condition will cause poor copy quality and malfunctions.
Leave the copier at room temperature for at least 2 hours
before use.
Do not install your copier in areas that are:
• damp, humid, or very dusty
• exposed to direct sunlight
2. Cautions on handling
Be careful in handling the copier as follows to maintain the performance of this copier.
Do not drop the copier, 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 poor print quality.
• poorly ventilated
• subject to extreme temperature or humidity changes, e.g., near an
air conditioner or heater.
The copier should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy
connection.
Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets
the specified voltage and current requirements.
Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded.
Be sure to allow the required space around the machine for servicing
and proper ventilation.
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, poor print quality may result.
Do not touch the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge.
Doing so will damage the surface of the cartridge, causing poor print
quality.
3. Checking packed components and
accessories
Open the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included.
Operation manual
Drum cartridge
(installed in unit)
4"
(10cm)
8" (20cm)
4"
(10cm)
8"(20cm)
TD cartridge
AL-1457 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 1
Power cord
4. Unpacking
6. Installing the TD cartridge
Be sure to hold the handles on both sides of the copier to unpack the
copier and carry it to the installation location.
5. Removing protective packing materials
1) Remove pieces of tape and protective cover. Then open the original cover and remove protective materials (a) and (b).
The TD cartridge replacement required () indicator will light up
when toner is needed. If copying is continued while the indicator is
lit, copies will gradually become lighter until the copier stops and the
indicator begins blinking. Replace the old TD cartridge by following the
procedure given below.
Note:
• After the copier stops, it may be possible to make a few more copies
by taking the TD cartridge out of the copier, shaking it horizontally,
then reinstalling it. If copying is not possible after this operation,
replace the TD cartridge.
• During long copy run of a dark original, the ready () indicator may
blink, the indicator may light up, and the copier may stop, even
though toner cartridge is not empty. The copier will feed toner up to 2
minutes and then the ready () indicator will light up. Press the
print () key to restart copying.
1) Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover
by pressing the open button on the side cover.
2) 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.
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2) Release the scan head locking switch.
Grasp here and turn in
the direction of the arrow.
LockUnlock
Protective pins
CAUTION tape
3) Push gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover.
4) 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.
4 or 5 times
AL-1457 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION 5 - 2
5) Hold the tab of the protective cover and pull the tab to remove the
cover.
6) Gently insert the TD cartridge until it locks in place.
7) Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the
round projections near the side cover open button. The indicator will go out and the ready ( ) indicator will light up.
Note: 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.
Paper
guide (B)
5) Fan the copy paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure the edges
go under the corner hooks.
Note: Do not load paper above the maximum height line ().
Exceeding the line will cause a paper misfeed.
6) Gently push the paper tray back into the copier.
Note: After loading copy paper, to cancel the blinking "H" without
restarting copying, press the clear () key. The "P" in the
display will go out and the ready () indicator will light up.
Paper
guide (A)
7. Loading copy paper
Note: This copier is equipped with two paper trays. Load copy paper
into the two paper trays.
1) Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until
it stops.
2) Remove the pressure plate lock. Rotate the pressure plate lock in
the direction of the arrow to remove it while pressing down the
pressure plate of the paper tray.
3) Store the pressure plate lock that was removed in step 2 and the
screw that was removed when unpacking the machine in the front
of the paper tray. To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock
to fix it on the relevant location.
4) Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper width
and length.
Squeeze the lever of paper guide (A) and slide the guide to match
with the width of the paper.
Move paper guide (B) to the appropriate slot as marked on the
tray.
8. Power to copier
1) Ensure that the power switch of the copier is in the OFF position.
Insert the attached power cord into the power cord socket at the
rear of the copier.
2) Plug the other end of the power cord into the nearest outlet.
9. 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
status 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.
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(Hardware and software requirements)
Check the following hardware and software requirements in order to
install the software.
Computer typeIBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with
a USB1.1
*1
or bi-directional parallel interface
(IEEE 1284)
Operating
*2
system
Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows
NT Workstation 4.0 (ServicePack 5 or later)
Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP
Professional
*3
, Windows XP Home Edition*3
*3
,
Display800 x 600dots (SVGA) display with 256 colors (or
better)
Hard disk free
150MB or more
space
Other
requirement for
An environment on which any of the operating
systems listed above can fully operate
hardware
*1: Compatible with Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Profes-
sional, Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home Edition
preinstalled model with USB interface equipped as standard.
*2: Printing is unavailable in MS-DOS mode.
*3: The administrator's authorization is required to install this software
using this installer.
(Before installation)
The following table shows the drivers and software that can be
installed for each version of Windows and interface connection
method.
MFP Driver
Printer
driver/
Print Status
Scanner
driver
Window
Users of Windows
98/Me/2000/XP
who will use the
Available Available Available
USB interface
connection
Users of Windows
98/Me/2000/XP
who will use the
parallel interface
connection
Available
*1
Not
Available
Windows 95/NT 4.0
users
*1: When the unit is connected through the parallel port, the Print Sta-
tus 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.
*2: Sharpdesk can be installed when using a parallel interface connec-
tion, however, the unit's scanner function cannot be used.
• 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".
Button
Manager
Not
Available
Sharpdesk
Available
*2
(Flow of installation)
Refer to the following table and then begin installation
Operating
system
Windows XP
Windows 98
Windows Me
Windows
2000
Windows 95/
NT 4.0
InterfaceReference pages for how to install
USB/
Installing onto Windows XP (USB/parallel
Parallel
Parallel
Parallel
Parallel
Parallel
interface)
Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB
USB
interface)
Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/
2000 (Parallel interface)
Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB
USB
interface)
Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/
2000 (Parallel interface)
Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB
USB
interface)
Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/
2000 (Parallel interface)
Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/
2000 (Parallel interface)
(Installing the software)
The following term is used in this section.
MFP
Means the unit as a printer and scanner.
• 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.
A. Windows XP (USB/parallel interface)
Before starting the installation, make sure the USB or parallel interface
cable is not connected to the MFP.
1) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2) Click the "start" button, click "My Computer", and then double-click
the CD-ROM icon.
• When any of "Found New Hardware Wizard" messages appear
during the software installation, be sure to click the "Cancel" button.
3) Double-click the "Setup" icon.
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.)
4) 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.
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• 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", and then select only
appropriate the software packages to be installed.
5) 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.
6) Copying files for MFP driver installation and parallel interface setup
(This step will start if it was selected in step 4).
1. After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click
the "Next" button.
2. A dialog box appears asking you to verify that the USB or paral-
lel interface cable is not connected to the MFP. Make sure that
the interface cable is not connected and click the "Next" button.
3. 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".
8) Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was
selected in step 4).
1. After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk
installation" window, click the "Next" button.
2. Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click
the "Next" button.
3. When the "Choose Destination Location" window appears, click
the "Next" button.
4. When the "Select Program Folder" window appears, click the
"Next" button.
The setup program will start to copy the files.
If the dialog box asking "If you have TIFF files saved using
Photo-Shop or Imaging for Windows you should hit Skip"
appears. Answer the question to continue the Sharpdesk installation.
5. Click the "Finish" button when the message informs you that
Setup is complete.
9) 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.
• For parallel interface connection ensure that your computer and
MFP are turned off before connecting the cable.
4. When the "The MFP driver installation is complete." dialog box
appears, click the "OK" button.
The Button Manager installer will start.
7) Begin installation of the Button Manager (This step will start if it was
selected in step 4).
1. After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click
the "Next" button.
2. Read the message in the "Please read the following informa-
tion." window, and then click the "Next" button.
3. When a message appears that lets you specify the location for
the software to be installed, click the "Next" button.
4. 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.
5. Click the "Finish" button when the message informs you that
setup is successful.
The Sharpdesk installer will start.
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10) Connect the USB interface cable or parallel interface cable (see
page 5-8).
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.
11) Begin installation of the scanner driver.
1. "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.
2. The "Install hardware" dialog box will appear. Click the "Con-
tinue Anyway" button.
3. When installation of the driver is completed, click the "Finish"
button to finish the scanner driver installation.
12) Begin installation of the printer driver.
1. "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.
2. The "Hardware Installation" dialog box will appear. Click the
"Continue Anyway" button.
3. 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 software.
B. Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface)
Before starting the installation, make sure the USB interface cable is
not connected to the MFP.
1) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2) Double-click "My Computer", and then double-click the CD-ROM
icon.
• When any of "Hardware Found", or "Found New Hardware Wiz-
ard" messages appear during the software installation, be sure
to click the "Cancel" button.
3) Double-click the "Setup" icon.
• 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.)
4) 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.
• If the following screen appears, click the "OK" button. Review the
contents in "BEFORE INSTALLATION", and then select the
appropriate driver software packages to be installed.
5) 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.
6) Copying files for MFP driver installation.
1. After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click
the "Next" button.
2. A dialog box appears asking you to verify that the interface
cable is not connected to the MFP. Make sure that the interface
cable is not connected and click the "Next" button.
3. Click the "Next" button in the dialog box showing the files to be
copied for installation of the MFP driver.
The setup program will start to copy the files.
In Windows 2000, if the following screen appears while the files
are being copied (the message may appear more than once),
click "Yes" in Windows 2000.
4. The following screen appears when all of the files for the USB
interface connection have been copied. If you are not using a
parallel interface cable for connection to the MFP, please click
the "No" button.
5. When the "The MFP driver installation is complete." dialog box
appears, click the "OK" button.
The Button Manager installer will start.
7) Begin installation of the Button Manager (This step will start if it was
selected in step 4).
1. After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click
the "Next" button.
2. Read the message in the "Please read the following informa-
tion." window, and then click the "Next" button.
3. When a message appears that lets you specify the location for
the software to be installed, click the "Next" button.
4. If the program displays, "Do you want to add Button Manager to
Startup program?", check "Yes" and click the "OK" button.
The setup program will start to copy the files.
5. Click the "Finish" button when the message to inform you of the
completion of the installation appears.
The Sharpdesk installer will start.
8) Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was
selected in step 4).
1. After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk
installation" window, click the "Next" button.
2. Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click
the "Next" button.
3. When the "Choose Destination Location" window appears, click
the "Next" button.
4. When the "Select Program Folder" window appears, click the
"Next" button.
The setup program will start to copy the files.
If the dialog box asking "If you have TIFF files saved using
Photo-Shop or Imaging for Windows you should hit Skip"
appears. Answer the question to continue the Sharpdesk installation.
5. Click the "Finish" button when the message to inform you of the
completion of the installation appears.
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9) Click the "Close" button when the message to inform you of the
completion of the installation appears. When the "Now connect the
MFP interface cable to the PC. This will finalize the drivers installation and settings." 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.
10) Connect the USB interface cable (see page 5-8).
Windows will detect the MFP and the Plug and Play screen will
appear.
11) Follow the instructions in the Plug and Play screen that appears in
your version of Windows to begin the installation.
You have completed the installation of the software.
C. Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface)
Before starting the installation, make sure the USB or parallel interface
cable is not connected to the MFP.
1) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.
2) Double-click "My Computer", and then double-click the CD-ROM
icon.
• When any of "Hardware Found", or "Found New Hardware Wiz-
ard" messages appear during the software installation, be sure
to click the "Cancel" button.
3) Double-click the "Setup" icon.
• 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.)
4) 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.
6) Check the contents of the package 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 only appropriate software packages.
7) Copying files for MFP driver installation and parallel interface setup
(This step will start if it was selected in step 4).
1. After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click
the "Next" button.
2. A dialog box appears asking you to verify that the USB or paral-
lel interface cable is not connected to the MFP. Make sure that
the interface cable is not connected and click the "Next" button.
3. 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.
In Windows 2000, if the following screen appears while the files
are being copied (the message may appear more than once),
click "Yes" in Windows 2000.
4. The following screen appears. Click the "Yes" button, and then
the Model screen will appear. Select the model number that is
the same as the model name of your MFP and click the "Next"
button.
Be sure to select the displayed model number that is the same
as the MFP's model name. If they are not the same, the driver
will not be installed correctly.
5. Establish the printer settings and click the "Next" button.
Select "LPT1" for the port to be used. If "LPT1" does not appear,
it is likely that another printer or peripheral device is using
"LPT1". Check your other printers and peripheral devices, and
change the port setting as needed so no device is using "LPT1".
If you wish the MFP to be your default printer, select "Yes". If
not, select "No".
• In Windows 95/NT 4.0, "Button Manager" does not appear. In
Windows 98/Me/2000, do not select the "Button Manager"
checkbox. because this is not supported when using the parallel
interface.
5) The next screen appears. Make sure that the parallel interface
cable is not connected, and click "OK".
Windows 95/NT 4.0Windows 98/Me/2000
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6. When the "Setup has completed gathering all necessary installation information" dialog box appears, click the "Yes" button.
The parallel interface driver is installed.
7. When the "The MFP driver installation is complete." dialog box
appears, click the "OK" button.
The Sharpdesk installer will start.
8) Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was
selected in step 4).
1. After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk
installation" window, click the "Next" button.
2. Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click
the "Next" button.
3. When the "Choose Destination Location" window appears, click
the "Next" button.
4. When the "Select Program Folder" window appears, click the
"Next" button.
The setup program will start to copy the files.
If the dialog box asking "If you have TIFF files saved using
Photo-Shop or Imaging for Windows you should hit Skip"
appears. Answer the question to continue the Sharpdesk installation.
Connecting the parallel interface cable
1) Obtain an IEEE1284 shielded parallel interface cable.
2) Ensure that your computer and unit are turned off.
3) Insert the cable into the parallel interface connector located on the
rear of the unit, and fasten with clasps.
5. Click the "Finish" button when the message to inform you of the
completion of the installation appears.
9) Click the "Close" button when the message to inform you of the
completion of the installation appears.
• After the installation, a message to restart your computer may be
displayed. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.
10) Connect the parallel interface cable.
You have completed the installation of all the software.
• For parallel interface connection ensure that your computer and
MFP are turned off before connecting the cable (see page 5-8).
10. Connecting the interface cable
This unit includes both USB and parallel interface connectors.
Interface cables for connecting the unit to your computer are not
included with this unit.
Caution:
• If you intend to use the unit as a scanner, it must be connected to
your computer with a USB interface cable. The scanner function cannot be used if the unit is connected with a parallel cable.
• USB is available with a PC/AT compatible computer that was originally equipped with USB and had Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional or Windows XP
Home Edition preinstalled.
• Do not connect the interface cable before installing the MFP driver.
The interface cable should be connected during installa-tion of the
MFP driver.
Connecting the USB interface cable
1) Obtain a shielded USB interface cable.
2) Insert the cable into the USB interface connector located on the
rear of the unit.
4) Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector of your
computer.
11. Parallel interface
This printer uses a bi-directional parallel interface. Use the supplied
interface cable.
Connector
36-pin ACON RBE42-36K1153 female connector or equivalent connector
Cable
Shielded type bi-directional parallel interface For best results, use a
printer interface cable which is IEEE1284 compliant.
Pin configuration
The pin numbers and signal names are listed in the following table.
18
3619
Pin
No.
1STB
2DATA120GND (DATA1 RET)
3DATA221GND (DATA2 RET)
4DATA322GND (DATA3 RET)
5DATA423GND (DATA4 RET)
6DATA524GND (DATA5 RET)
7DATA625GND (DATA6 RET)
8DATA726GND (DATA7 RET)
9DATA827GND (DATA8 RET)
10ACKNLG
11BUSY29GND (BUSY RET)
12PE (Paper End)30GND (PE RET)
13SLTC31INPRM
14AUTO LF
15(NC)33(NC)
16GND (0 V)34(NC)
17FG35+5 V
18+5 V36SLTC IN
Signal name
Pin
No.
19GND (STB RET)
28GND (ACKNLG RET)
32FAULT
1
Signal name
3) Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector of your
computer, or the USB hub connected to your computer.
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12. USB interface
13. Moving
Connector
4-pin ACON UBR23-4K2200
Type-B connector
Cable
Shielded twisted pair cable
(2 m (6 feet) Max.: high-speed transmission equivalent)
Pin configuration
The pin numbers and signal names are listed in the following table.
Pin No.Signal name
1+5V
2-DATA
3+DATA
4GND
2
1
Moving instructions
When moving the unit, follow the procedure below.
Note: When moving this unit, be sure to remove the TD cartridge in
advance.
1) Turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.
2) Open the side cover and front cover, in that order. Remove the TD
cartridge and close the front cover and side cover, in that order.
To open and close the side cover and front cover, and to remove
the TD cartridge, see "TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT".
3) Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it
stops.
4) Push the center of the pressure plate down until it locks in place
and lock the plate using the pressure plate lock which has been
stored in the front of the paper tray.
5) Push the paper tray back into the unit.
6) Lock the scan head locking switch.
Note: When shipping the unit, the scan head locking switch must be
locked to prevent shipping damage.
7) Close the multi-bypass tray and the paper output tray extension,
and attach the packing materials and tape which were removed
during installation of the unit. See "PREPARING THE UNIT FOR
INSTALLATION".
8) Pack the unit into the carton. See "CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES".
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[6] COPY PROCESS
1. Functional diagram
An OPC drum is used for the photoconductor.
(Structure of the OPC drum layers)
This printer is a non-impact printer that uses a semiconductor laser
and electrostatic print process. This printer uses an OPC (Organic
Photo Conductor) for its photoconductive material.
First, voltage from the main corona unit charges the drum surface and
a latent image is formed on the drum surface using a laser beam. This
latent image forms a visible image on the drum surface when toner is
applied. The toner image is then transferred onto the print paper by the
transfer corona and fused on the print paper in the fusing section with
a combination of heat and pressure.
Step-1: Charge
Step-2: Exposure
*Latent image is formed on the drum.
Step-3: Developing
Latent image formed on the drum is then changed into visible
image with toner.
Step-4: Transfer
The visible image (toner image) on the drum is transferred
onto the print paper.
Step-5: Cleaning
Residual toner on the drum surface is removed and collected
by the cleaning blade.
Step-6: Optical discharge
Residual charge on the drum surface is removed, by
semiconductor laser beam.
3. Actual print process
Step-1: DC charge
A uniform negative charge is applied over the OPC drum surface by
the main charging unit. Stable potential is maintained by means of the
Scorotron charger.
Positive charges are generated in the aluminum layer.
Step-2: Exposure (laser beam, lens)
A Laser beam is generated from the semiconductor laser and
controlled by the print pattern signal. The laser writes onto the OPC
drum surface through the polygon mirrors and lens. The resistance of
the OPC layer decreases for an area exposed by the laser beam
(corresponding to the print pattern signal). The beam neutralizes the
negative charge. An electrostatic latent image is formed on the drum
surface.
Semiconductor laser
Exposure
(semiconductor laser)
OPC layer
Pigment
layer
Aluminum
drum
Drum surface charge
after the exposure
OPC layer
Pigment
layer
Aluminum
Non-image area Image area
layer
About
DC5.5KV
( 580V/ 390V)
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Step-3: Developing (DC bias)
A bias potential is applied to the MG roller in the two component
magnetic brush developing method, and the toner is charged negative
through friction with the carrier.
Non-image area of the drum surface charged with negative potential
repel the toner, whereas the laser exposed portions where no negative
charges exist, attract the toner. As a result, a visible image appears on
the drum surface.
:Carrier (Magnetized particle)
:Toner (Charge negative by friction)
(N) (S) Permanent magnet
(provided in three locations)
N
S
N
Step-4: Transfer
The visible image on the drum surface is transferred onto the print
paper by applying a positive charge from the transfer corona to the
backside of the print paper.
About DC 5.2kV
DC
400V 8V
Toner is attracted over the shadowed area because of the developing
bias.
MG roller
Step-5: Separation
Since the print paper is charged positively by the transfer corona, it is
discharged by the separation corona. The separation corona is
connected to ground.
Step-6: Cleaning
Toner remaining on the drum is removed and collected by the cleaning
blade. It is transported to the waste toner collecting section in the
cleaning unit by the waste toner transport roller.
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