SHARP AL-1556/1566 User Manual

MODEL

AL-1556 AL-1566

DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL

SYSTEM

OPERATION MANUAL

Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by law. The following items are normally prohibited from copying by national law. Other items may be prohibited by local law.

Money ● Stamps ● Bonds ● Stocks ● Bank drafts

●

● Checks ● Passports ● Driver's licenses

In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marked "I" and " " on the copier instead of "ON" and "OFF". If your copier is so marked, please read "I" for "ON" and " " 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.

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.

Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/68/EWG.

Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE.

Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG. Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC. Quest’ apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla

direttiva 93/68/EEC.

Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.

Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por medio de la 93/68/CEE.

Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC så som kompletteras av 93/68/EEC.

Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i derektivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC. Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä

93/68/EEC.

The CE mark logo label is affixed on an equipment in case that the directives described in the above sentence are applicable to the product. (This sentence is not applicable in any country where the above directives are not required.)

CONTENTS

CAUTIONS................................................................................................................ 3

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION ......................................................................... 5

INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................... 6

MAIN FEATURES ..................................................................................................... 7

1 PREPARATIONS

PART NAMES ................................................................................................... 9

CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES ....................... 12

PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR INSTALLATION ...................................... 13

INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE ............................................................... 14

POWER ON AND OFF.................................................................................... 16

2 LOADING PAPER

PAPER ............................................................................................................ 18

LOADING THE PAPER TRAY ........................................................................ 19

BYPASS FEED (including special paper)........................................................ 21

CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTING ............................................. 23

3 MAKING COPIES

NORMAL COPYING........................................................................................ 24

SELECTING THE TRAY ................................................................................. 27

MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTER..................................................... 28

REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM........................................................... 29

4 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS

AUTOMATIC TWO-SIDED COPYING ............................................................ 30

SORT COPY ................................................................................................... 33

COPYING MULTIPLE ORIGINALS ONTO A SINGLE SHEET OF PAPER

(2 IN 1 copy) .................................................................................................... 35

CREATING MARGINS WHEN COPYING (Margin shift)................................. 38

5 SET UP THE SOFTWARE

SOFTWARE FOR AL-1556/1566.................................................................... 40

BEFORE INSTALLATION ............................................................................... 41

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE...................................................................... 42

SETTING UP BUTTON MANAGER................................................................ 55

6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS

USING THE PRINTER MODE ........................................................................ 60

BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING ........................................................... 60

USING THE SCANNER MODE....................................................................... 61

SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE MACHINE ...................................... 61

SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER ......................................................... 62

OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND SCANNER MODES ....................... 62

HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL........................................................... 63

7 USER SETTINGS

USER PROGRAMS......................................................................................... 64

SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER PROGRAM...................................... 69

8 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE

DISPLAY MESSAGES .................................................................................... 71

TROUBLESHOOTING THE MACHINE........................................................... 73

PROBLEMS DURING SETUP THE SOFTWARE........................................... 77

MISFEED REMOVAL...................................................................................... 80

TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT.................................................................. 85

DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT............................................................ 86

CHECKING THE TOTAL COUNT AND DRUM CARTRIDGE LIFE................ 87

CLEANING THE MACHINE ............................................................................ 88

ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS................................................................ 91

9 APPENDIX

SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................... 92

SOFTWARE LICENSE.................................................................................... 96

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET................................................................ 98

INDEX............................................................................................................ 106

CAUTIONS

Caution label on the machine

The label ( ) in the fusing area of the machine indicates the following:

: Caution, risk of danger : Caution, hot surface

Cautions on using the machine

Follow the cautions below when using this machine.

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 machine rapidly on and off. After turning the machine off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on.

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

Caution:

• Place the machine on a firm, level surface.

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

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

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

• 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 machine and shall be easily accessible.

Important points when selecting an installation site

Do not install your machine 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.

10cm

(4")

20cm (8")

10cm

(4")

Cautions on handling the machine

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

Do not drop the machine, 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.

Cautions on laser

Wave length 770 nm – 795 nm

Pulse times 10.24 µs / 7 mm

Output power 0.17 mW ± 0.01 mW

Trademark acknowledgements

•Microsoft® Windows® operating system is a trademark or copyright of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.

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

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

• Acrobat reserved. Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat, and the Acrobat logo are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.

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

95, Windows® 98, Windows® Me, Windows NT® 4.0, Windows® 2000,

Reader Copyright

1987- 2002 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All rights

ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

A small amount of ozone is produced within the unit during operation. 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/m However, since the small amount that is emitted may have an objectionable odor, it is advisable to place the unit in a ventilated area.

) calculated as an 8hr. time-weighted average concentration.

USB 2.0 compatible

When connecting the machine by USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed mode), be sure to read "System requirements for USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed mode)" (p.59) to verify that your system and the machine settings are configured appropriately.

INTRODUCTION

Note

Some model may not be available in some countries.

Using the manual

This machine has been designed to provide convenient copying features in a minimum amount of office space and with maximum operational ease. To get full use of all machine features, be sure to familiarize yourself with this manual and the machine. For quick reference during machine use, keep this manual in a handy location.

About the operation manuals

The operation manuals for the machine are as follows:

Operation Manual (this manual)

Explains the machine and how to use it as a copier. Also explains how to install the software that allows the machine to be used as a printer and scanner for your computer.

Online Manual (on the accessory CD-ROM)

This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a printer or a scanner.

Operation Manual (for facsimile) (for models that have the fax function)

This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a fax machine.

Conventions used in this manual and online manual

• The illustrations in this manual show the AL-1556. The appearance of your machine may be different depending on the model and options installed, however, the basic operations are the same.

• Where "AL-XXXX" appears in this manual, please substitute the name of your model for "XXXX". For the name of your model, see the operation panel on the machine.

• 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.

• The explanations in this manual assume that the person who will install the product and the users of the product have a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows.

• This operation manual refers to the Reversing 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 machine.

Warning

Caution

Note

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

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

Notes provide useful information on the specifications, functions, performance, and operation of the machine.

MAIN FEATURES

High-speed laser copying

First-copy time*1 at 300 dpi*2 is only 9.6 seconds. Copying speed is 15 copies per minute. This is ideal for business use and provides a big boost to workplace productivity.

First-copy time may vary depending on the power-supply voltage, ambient

temperature, and other operating conditions.

*2"dpi" ("dots per inch") is unit that is used to measure resolution. Resolution

indicates how much detail can be reproduced in a printed or scanned image.

High-quality digital image

• High-quality copying at 600 dpi is performed.

• In addition to automatic exposure adjustment, two original modes can be selected: "TEXT" for text-only originals, and "PHOTO" for photographs. The exposure can be adjusted to five levels in each mode.

• The photo mode copying function allows clear copying of delicate halftone original images such as monochrome photos and color photos.

Enhanced copying features

• Zoom copies can be made from 25% to 400% in increments of 1%. (When the RSPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50% to 200%.)

• Continuous copying of up to 99 copies is possible.

• Sets of output can be offset from each other for easy separation (offset function).

• Sorting by sets is possible without the need for a sorter or other special device (Sort copy).

• Includes convenient features such as margin shift, 2 IN 1 copy, and automatic twosided copying.

1 2

1 2 3

Sort copy Offset function

Scan once/Print many

• The machine is equipped with a memory buffer allowing the machine to scan an original once and make up to 99 copies of the scanned image. This improves workflow, reduces operating noise from the machine and reduces wear and tear on the scanning mechanism, which provides for a higher reliability.

LCD panel displays messages

The LCD panel displays messages that show function settings and the status of the machine.

2 IN 1 copy

Margin shift

Laser printer function

• Printer function

The accompanying printer driver can be installed to enable use of the machine as a printer.

• Network printer function

A LAN connector is provided as a standard feature that allows the machine to be used as a network printer.

Color scanner function

• The accompanying scanner driver can be installed and the machine connected to a computer using a USB cable to enable use as a scanner.

Environment and people friendly design

• Preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode are provided to reduce power consumption when the machine is not in use.

• A universal design has been implemented in the product whereby the height of the operation panel and shape of the keys are designed to be usable by as many people as possible.

Chapter 1

PREPARATIONS

This chapter provides basic information that you should know before using the machine.

PAR T N AME S

The following illustration shows the part names of the AL-1556.

Note

The illustrations in this manual show the AL-1556. The appearance of your machine may be different depending on the model, however, the basic operations are the same.

RSPF

Reversing tray

Interface

USB connector

LAN connector

8 9

10 11

Exit area

6 7

Bypass tray

TD cartridge Drum cartridge

Document feeder tray

Original guides

Document feeder cover

Document glass Paper output tray extension

Operation panel Power switch

Front cover Handles

Paper tray Power cord socket

Side cover

Side cover open button Transfer charger

Bypass tray paper guides Charger cleaner

Paper output tray

Note

The paper output tray has a paper holder arm. The paper holder arm presses gently on the output paper to stack it.

Fusing unit release lever

PREPARATIONS

Operation panel

AL-1556

111

[MODE SELECT] key / Mode indicators

Press this key to select the mode. The indicator of the selected mode lights (copy, printer, scanner mode indicators).

Display

This shows messages indicating the machine status and any problems that occur, as well as user programs and function setting menus.

Numeric keys

333

Use these to enter the number of copies and other numerical settings. The keys can also be used to select items in function setting menus.

444

[CLEAR] key ( )

Use this to clear the set number of copies, as well as cancel a job that is in progress. When a setting menu appears, use this key to move back to the previous menu level.

555

Power save indicator

This lights up when the power save function is activated.

RSPF indicator

666

This lights up when an original is placed in the RSPF.

777

Error indicator

This lights steadily or blinks when a paper misfeed or other error occurs.

888

[TRAY SELECT] key ( )

6 7 8 9

10 11

Use to select the paper tray that has the desired paper for copying.

Tray location indicator

999

Indicates the selected paper tray. The indicator blinks when the tray is out of paper or is not closed.

101010

[MENU] key

Press this key to select the paper size for copying, to configure a user program or to display the total count.

111111

[2-SIDED COPY ( )] key

Use to copy both sides of an original.

121212

[E-SORT/SP.FUN ( )] key

SP. FUN

1,2,3,

Press to select the sort function, 2 IN 1 copy function, or margin shift function.

[ ] key ( ), [ ] key ( ), [OK]

131313

key

Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ ] key ( )to select an item in a function setting menu. Press the [OK] key to enter a selection.

141414

[EXPOSURE ( )] key

Use to switch from auto exposure adjustment to text mode or photo mode.

2 3 4 5

1,2,3,

SP. FUNC

1,2,3,

ZOOM

PREPARATIONS

Display

READY TO COPY. 100% A4 0

12 13 14 15 16 17

[ZOOM] key

151515

Press to select an enlargement or reduction ratio. To select a preset ratio setting, press the [ZOOM] key and select the desired preset ratio. To select a ratio that is not preset, press the [ZOOM] key, select the preset ratio that is closest to the desired ratio, and then press the [ ] key ( )

[ ] key ( ) to increase or

or decrease the ratio in increments of 1%.

161616

[START] key ( ) / Ready indicator

The ready indicator lights up when copying or scanning is possible. To begin copying, press the [START]

key ( ). The [START] key ( ) is also pressed

to return to normal operation from auto power shut-off mode.

171717

[CLEAR ALL] key ( )

This returns all functions to the default settings. When pressed in a setting menu, this returns the settings and display to the initial state.

18 19

Shows the current copy ratio.

Shows the selected paper size.

Shows the number of copies that has

been entered with the numeric keys. A checkmark " " appears when the

exposure has been changed, or when two-sided copying, sort, 2 IN 1, or margin shift is selected.

CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES

Open the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included. If anything is missing or damaged, contact your authorized service representative.

Note

• Operation manual

• Operation manual (For Facsimile) (AL-1566 only)

Software CD-ROM

Telephone line cord

(AL-1566 only)

TD cartridge

If the machine does not function properly during setup or use, or if a function cannot be used, see "TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE" (p.71).

Drum cartridge

(installed in machine)

PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR INSTALLATION

Be sure to hold the handles on both

sides of the machine to unpack the machine and carry it to the installation location.

Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration below and

then open the RSPF and remove the protective materials. Take out the bag containing the TD cartridge.

Release the scan head locking switch.

The scan head locking switch is under the document glass. If the switch is locked ( ), the machine will not operate. Unlock the switch ( ) as shown below.

Grasp here and turn in the direction of the arrow.

Lock Unlock

INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE

Open the bypass tray, and

then open the side cover.

Press 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 remove the cover.

4 or 5 times

While pushing the lock release

button, gently insert the TD cartridge until it locks into place.

Lock release button

Close the front cover and then

the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button.

Caution

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.

Ensure that the power switch of the unit is in the OFF position. Insert the attached power cord into the power cord socket at the rear of the unit.

PREPARATIONS

Plug the other end of the power cord into the nearest outlet.

Caution

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

POWER ON AND OFF

The power switch is located on the left side of the machine.

Caution

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

Power on

Turn the power switch to the "ON" position.

The ready indicator will light up and other indicators which show the initial settings of the display will also light up to indicate the ready condition. For the initial settings, see the "Initial settings" (below).

You can select copy settings and press the [START] key ( ) during warm-up. Copying will start after warm-up.

The first time the power is turned on after shipment from the factory, a message will appear in the display asking you to select the language. Select the language with the [ ] key ( ) or [ ] key ( ) and then press the [OK] key.

Initial settings

The machine reverts to the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CLEAR ALL] key ( ) is pressed, CLEAR" time following the end of a copy job. settings, all settings and functions selected to that point are canceled. The "AUTO CLEAR" can be changed in the user programs. (p.64)

or when no keys are pressed for the preset "AUTO

When the machine reverts to the initial

When in the copy mode

AL-1556

READY TO COPY. 100% A4 0

1,2,3,

SP. FUNC

The main screen of copy mode appears.

Copy ratio: 100%, Exposure: Automatic Copy quantity: 0, All special copier modes: Off

PREPARATIONS

About the scan head

The scan head lamp remains on constantly when the machine is in the ready condition (when the ready indicator is illuminated). The machine adjusts the scan head lamp periodically to maintain copying quality. At this time, the scan head moves automatically. This is normal and does not indicate machine trouble.

Power off

Make sure that the machine is not in operation and then turn the power switch to the "OFF" position.

If the power switch is turned off while the machine is in operation, a misfeed may occur and the job that was in progress will be canceled. 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.

Check the following to make sure the machine is not in operation:

• The ready indicator is lit. (Initial state)

• The power save indicator is lit. (preheat mode or auto shut-off mode)

Power save modes

The machine has two power save modes to reduce overall power consumption and thereby reduce the cost of operation. In addition, these modes conserve natural resources and help reduce environmental pollution. The two power save modes are preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.

Preheat mode

This function automatically switches the machine to a low power consumption state if the set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. In this mode, the power save indicator lights up. Normal operation automatically resumes when a key on the operation panel is pressed, an original is placed, a print job is received.

Auto power shut-off mode

This function automatically switches the machine to a state that consumes even less power than preheat mode if the set duration of time elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. The power save indicator lights up, the display shows a message indicating that the machine is in auto power shut-off mode. To resume normal operation, press the [START] key ( ). Normal operation also resumes automatically when a print job is received or scanning is begun from a computer. While in auto power shut-off mode, no keys (except the [START] key ( )) can be used.

Note

The preheat activation time and the auto power shut-off time can be changed with "PREHEAT MODE" and "AUTO SHUT-OFF TIME" in the user programs. It is suggested that you set times that are appropriate for your usage of the machine. (p.64)

Chapter 2

LOADING PAPER

The tray location indicator will blink when there is no paper in the selected paper tray, or when the selected paper tray is not installed or is improperly installed.

PAP ER

For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper.

Paper tray type Paper type Size Weight Capacity

Paper tray Standard paper

Recycled paperA4B5

Bypass tray Standard paper

Recycled paper

Thick paper 52 g/m2 to

Transparency film/Labels

Envelopes *2International DL

*1The number of sheets of paper that can be loaded varies depending on the weight of

the paper.

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

snappers, strings, windows, linings, self-adhesive strips, patches or synthetic materials. Do not use envelopes that are filled with air or envelopes that have labels or stamps attached. These will damage the machine.

When loading paper larger than A4 size, do not use paper of weight greater than

105 g/m

A4 B5 A5 B6 A6 Letter Legal Invoice

International C5 Monarch Commercial 9 Commercial 10

56 g/m2 to 80 g/m2250 sheets *

(The paper should not exceed the line on the tray)

56 g/m

80 g/m

128 g/m2*

50 sheets *

Load one sheet at a time in the bypass tray.

LOADING PAPER

Special papers

Follow these guidelines when using special papers.

● Use SHARP recommended transparency film and label sheets. Using other than SHARP recommended paper may result in misfeeds or smudges on the output. If other than SHARP recommended media must be used, feed each sheet one at a time using the bypass tray (do not attempt continuous copying or printing).

● There are many varieties of special paper available on the market, and some cannot be used with this machine. Before using special paper, contact a SHARP service center.

● Before using other than SHARP recommended paper, make a test copy to see if the paper is suitable.

LOADING THE PAPER TRAY

Note

Make sure that the paper is not torn, is free of dust, and has no wrinkles or curled edges.

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

Remove the pressure plate lock. Rotate the pressure plate lock in the direction of the arrow to remove it while pressing down on the pressure plate of the paper tray.

Store the pressure plate lock which has been removed in step

2. To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock to secure it as shown below.

Pressure plate lock

LOADING PAPER

Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure that 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.

• If the paper is not fanned, double-feeds or misfeeds may occur.

• Make sure the stack of paper is straight before loading it. When adding paper, take the remaining paper out and combine it into a single stack with the new paper.

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

• When loading paper, ensure that there is no space between the paper and the guide, and make sure that the guide is not set too narrow and causes the paper to bend. Incorrect loading will cause the paper to skew or misfeed.

Gently push the paper tray back into the machine.

• If you loaded a different size of paper than was loaded previously in the tray, go to "CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTING" (p.23)

• When not using the machine for an extended period, remove all paper from the paper tray and store it in a dry place. If paper is left in the machine for an extended period, the paper will absorb moisture from the air, resulting in paper jams.

BYPASS FEED (including special paper)

The bypass tray can be used to feed standard paper, transparency film, labels, envelopes, and other special purpose paper.

Important points when inserting paper in the bypass tray

Up to 50 sheets of standard copy paper can be inserted in the bypass tray. (Capacity will vary depending on the type of paper loaded.) Be sure to place envelopes horizontally as shown in the following diagram.

Available

• When loading envelopes, make sure that they are straight and flat and do not have loosely glued construction flaps (not the closure flap).

• Special papers except SHARP recommended transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray.

• When adding paper, first remove any paper remaining in the tray, combine it with the paper to be added and then reload as a single stack. The paper to be added must be the same size and type as the paper already in the tray.

• Do not use paper that is smaller than the original. This may cause smudges or unclean images.

• Do not use paper that has already been printed on by a laser printer or plain paper fax machine. This may cause smudges or unclean images.

Not

Available

Envelopes

Do not use the following envelopes, as misfeeds will occur.

• Envelopes with metal tabs, clasps, strings, holes, or windows.

• Envelopes with rough fibers, carbon paper, or glossy surfaces.

• Envelopes with two or more flaps.

• Envelopes with tape, film, or paper attached to the flap.

• Envelopes with a fold in the flap.

• Envelopes with glue on the flap to be moistened for sealing.

• Envelopes with labels or stamps.

• Envelopes that are slightly inflated with air.

• Envelopes with glue protruding from the seal area.

• Envelopes with part of the seal area peeled off.

• Be sure to select com9, com10 or Monarch in the paper size setting of the printer driver. (For detailed information on the printer driver, refer to the online manual.)

LOADING PAPER

Loading paper in the bypass tray

Note

• Paper must be fed narrow side first into the feed slot.

• Special papers such as transparency film, labels, and envelopes must be fed one sheet at a time through the bypass tray.

• When copying onto transparency film, remove each copy promptly. Do not let copies stack up.

Open the bypass tray and extend the tray.

To close the bypass 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.

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

Press the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ) to select the bypass tray.

Print face

CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTING

1,2,3,

SP. FUNC

PAPER SIZE 1:TRAY1

1,2,3,

SP. FUNC

TRAY1 1:A4

Follow these steps to change a tray's paper size setting.

Note

• The paper size setting cannot be changed when the machine has stopped temporarily due to running out of paper or a misfeed.

• During printing (even in copy mode), the paper size setting cannot be changed.

Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ ] key ( ) until "PAPER SIZE" appears, and then press the [OK] key.

Press the [OK] key to select the tray.

Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ ] key ( ) to

select the paper size, and then press the [OK] key.

The paper size changes as follows each time the [ ] key ( ) or [ ] key ( ) is pressed: "A4"→"B5"→"A5"→"8,5x14"→"8,5x13"→"8,5x11" →"5,5x8,5".

Note

When you have finished configuring the tray's paper size setting, press the [MENU] key.

Squeeze the lock lever of the front guide and slide the front

guide to match the width of the paper, and move the left guide to the appropriate slot as marked on the tray.

Left guide

• The front guide is a slide-type guide. Grasp the locking knob on the guide and slide the guide to the indicator line of the paper to be loaded.

• The left guide is an insert-type guide. Remove it and then insert it at the indicator line of the paper to be loaded.

Front guide

Chapter 3

MAKING COPIES

This chapter explains basic copying functions.

NORMAL COPYING

Using the document glass

Note

• The document glass can scan up to an A4 original.

• When a copy is made, the edges will not be copied (image loss). For the image loss, see the "SPECIFICATIONS" (p.92).

Open the RSPF, and place the original face down on the document glass.

[How to place the original]

Align the original with the original scale and the centering ( ) mark.

Gently close the RSPF.

Select the number of copies and other copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ).

• To stop copying in the middle of a run, press the [CLEAR] key ( ).

• For the copy settings, see pages 26 through 39.

Original scale

mark

Copying books or originals with folds or creases

Press down on the RSPF while copying as shown. If the RSPF is not completely closed, shadows may appear on the copy or it may be fuzzy. Straight originals with folds or creases well before placing.

Using the RSPF

MAKING COPIES

Note

• Originals that are A5 to A4 and 52 g/m2 to 90 g/m2 can be used. A maximum of 30 pages can be placed at once.

• Straighten curled originals before placing them in the document feeder tray. Curled originals may cause misfeeds.

• Place originals horizontally.

• Before placing originals in the document feeder tray, be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from them.

• When a copy is made, the edges will not be copied ( For the image loss, see the "SPECIFICATIONS" (p.92).

• When using the margin shift function, check the position of the margins carefully. (p.38)

Make sure that an original has not been left on the document glass.

Adjust the original guides to the size of the originals.

Set the original(s) face up in the document feeder tray.

The RSPF indicator on the operation panel will light up. If this indicator does not light up, the originals are not properly set or the RSPF is not properly closed.

Select the number of copies and other copy settings, and then press the [START] key ( ).

image loss).

Original face up

Note

• To stop copying in the middle of a run, press the [CLEAR] key ( ).

• For the copy settings, see pages 26 through 39.

MAKING COPIES

Originals that cannot be used in the RSPF

The following originals cannot be used. These may cause misfeeds or smudging and unclear images.

• Transparencies, tracing paper, other transparent or translucent paper, and photographs.

• Carbon paper, thermal paper.

• Originals that are creased, folded, or torn.

• Glued originals, cut-out originals.

• Originals with binder holes.

• Originals printed using an ink ribbon (thermal transfer printing), originals on thermal transfer paper.

Stream feeding mode

"SET ORIGINALS FOR STREAM FEEDING" will appear in the display for five seconds after all originals are fed. If a new original is placed in the RSPF during this time, the original will be automatically fed in and copying will begin with the same setting. The stream feeding mode is disabled in "STREAM FEEDING" in the user programs (p.65).

Note

When copying onto paper larger than A4 size, pull out the paper output tray extension.

Capacity of paper output tray

Maximum number of pages that can be held in the tray: 250

Note

• The paper output tray can hold a maximum of 250 pages. If more than 250 pages are allowed to accumulate, a paper jam may occur.

• After removing paper, if you need to return the paper to the paper output tray, lift up the paper holder arm and place the paper under the arm.

MAKING COPIES

Setting the number of copies

Press the numeric keys to set the number of copies.

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The set number of copies appears in the display. A maximum of 99 copies can be set. If you wish to make only a single copy, copying is possible with the display showing "0".

Note

If you enter the wrong number, press the [CLEAR] key ( ) and enter the correct number.

SELECTING THE TRAY

Press the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ).

Each time, you press the [TRAY SELECT] key ( ), the location indicated by the tray location indicator changes in the following order : paper tray→bypass tray.

Note

The tray location indicator will blink when there is no paper in the paper tray, or when the tray is not closed or is improperly closed.

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MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTER

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Automatic exposure adjustment is initially enabled. This function automatically adjusts the copy image according to the original being copied. If you wish to select the exposure level yourself, follow the steps below. (Select from two original types and five exposure levels for each original type.) The exposure level used in automatic exposure adjustment can also be changed with "AE LEVEL ADJUST" in the user programs (p.67).

Original types

● AUTO ...... Automatic exposure adjustment is enabled and the exposure is

automatically adjusted according to the original being copied. The exposure is lowered for colored areas and background shadows.

● TEXT....... The exposure is raised for light areas and lowered for dark

● PHOTO ...Halftones in the photo are reproduced with greater clarity.

backgrounds to make text easier to read.

Check the original and place the original(s).

Press the [EXPOSURE ()] key to select the original type.

The original image type changes as follows each time the [EXPOSURE ()] key is pressed: "AUTO" ( ) → "TEXT"( ) → "PHOTO"( ).

Note

To return to auto exposure adjustment, press the [EXPOSURE

()] key until "AUTO" ( ) appears.

If needed, adjust the exposure level for TEXT ( ) or PHOTO ( ).

For a darker image, press the [ ] key ( ). For a lighter image, press the [ ] key ( ).

Press the [OK] key.

Select the number of copies and any other copy settings, and

then press the [START] key ( ).

Exposure value guidelines (When in "TEXT"( ) setting)

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Colored text or text written in pencil Normal originals Dark originals like newspapers

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