Sharp AR-153E N User Manual

AR-153E N AR-152E N AR-122E N

DIGIT AL LASER COPIER

OPERATION MANUAL

DIGIT ALER LASERKOPIERER

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

COPIEUR LASER NUMERIQUE

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COPIADORA LÁSER DIGIT AL

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

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MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1

LUKOAN 1 LASERLAITE

KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT

VAROITUS!

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INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.

CAUTION

AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.

UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND

VORSICHT

Laserstrahl

SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERERÜCKT. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.

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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.

Precaución

Este producto viene provisto de un dispositivo laser de baja potencia. Para garantizar su seguridad en todo momento, no quite ninguna tapa ni intente acceder al interior del aparato. Consulte con el personal técnico calificado cualquier problema de servicio.

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VARO!

LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

LASER KLASSE 1

Vorsicht

Dieses Produkt ist mit einem Niederleistungs Laserabtaster ausgestattet. Aus Sicherheitsgründen keine Abdeckung entfernen und nicht innenteile zu berühren versuchen. Warungsarbeiten dürfen nur von geschultem Fachpersonal durchgeführt werden.

Attenzione

Questo prodotto contiene un dispositivo al laser a bassa potenza. Per motivi di sicurezza non si deve smonare il mobile per l‘accesso all‘interno. Per qualsiasi riparazione rivolgersi a personale qualificato.

Attention

Ce produit contient un dispositif émettant un laser à faible puissance. Pour assurer la sécurité, ne pas enlever le couvercle, ni accéder à l‘intérieur du produit. Pour toute réparation, s‘adresser à une personne qualifiée.

CAUTIONS

Caution label on the unit

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

: Caution, risk of danger : Caution, hot surface

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 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.

Connect the unit to a power outlet which is not used for other electric appliances. If a lighting fixture is connected to the same outlet, the light may flicker.

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

10cm

20cm

10cm

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. Store spare toner cartridges in a cool dry place without removing from the

package before use.

• If they are exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat, poor copies may result.

Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion).

• Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty copies.

Cautions on laser

Wave length 770 nm – 795 nm Pulse times 11.82 µs / 7 mm Output power 0.17 mW ± 0.01 mW

Proper storage for supplies

Store the supplies (paper and toner cartridges) in a location that is:

• clean and dry

• at a stable temperature

• not exposed to direct sunlight.

Store paper in the wrapper and lying flat.

• Paper stored out of the wrapper or in packages standing on end may curl or get damp, resulting in paper misfeeds.

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.

As an ENERGY STAR this product meets the ENERGY STAR efficiency.

In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marke d "I" and "O" on the copie r 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.

Partner, SHARP has determined that

guidelines for energy

CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION

USING THE MANUAL...................4

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

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

2 LOADING PAPER

PAPER...........................................7

LOADING THE PAPER TRAY.......8

BYPASS FEED (including special

paper) ..........................................10

3 MAKING COPIES

COPY FLOW...............................13

CONNECTING THE POWER CORD14

ORIGINAL PLACEMENT.............16

SET THE COPY QUANTITY.......18

EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/

PHOTO COPYING ......................18

REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/

ZOOM..........................................20

4 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL

FUNCTIONS................................21

TONER SAVE MODE ..................21

USER PROGRAMS.....................22

DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF

COPIES.......................................23

5 MAINTENANCE

TONER CARTRIDGE

REPLACEMENT..........................24

TONER CARTRIDGE LIFE ......... 26

CLEANING THE UNIT.................27

TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT

TROUBLESHOOTING.................29

STATUS INDICATORS................30

MISFEED REMOVAL ..................31

DEVELOPER REQUIRED...........35

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED.......35

SCAN HEAD LOCKING SWITCH36

OPTIONAL EUIPMENT (AL-12PKM)

SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP

PERSONAL MFP SERIES...........37

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE

REQUIREMENTS........................38

BEFORE INSTALLATION............38

INSTALLING THE S O FTWARE.........40

INDICATORS ON THE

OPERATION PANEL...................50

USING THE PRINTER MODE.....51

USING THE SCANNER MODE...53 HOW TO USE THE ONLINE

MANUAL......................................61

USING OTHER INSTALLED

DRIVERS.....................................63

CONNECTING THE INTERFACE

CABLE.........................................64

8 OPTIONS FOR AR-153EN

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.......66

SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP5).... 66

250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT

(AR-D16)......................................67

9 APPENDIX

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

ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS... 71

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

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

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

This chapter provides basic information for using the unit.

INTRODUCTION

USING THE MANUAL

The operation manual contains explanations of how to operate the unit, important considerations, and maintenance procedures. To get the most out of the unit, please read the operation manual. Please keep the operation manuals in a suitable location that will allow for convenient future reference.

Conventions used in the manual

This operation manual explains the operation of the AR-series models. In cases where the operation is the same, AR-153EN is used. The differences between AR122EN/AR-152EN and AR-153EN are shown below.

AR-153EN

Copier with multi-bypass

Printer *

(AL-12PKM)

Scanner *

(AL-12PKM)

(AR-SP5) 250-sheet paper feed unit *

*1 Can be used when the optional Printer/Scanner Expansion Kit (AL-12PKM) is installed.

The optional single pass feeder (AR-SP5) can be installed.

The optional 250-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D16) can be installed.

SPF *

(AR-D16)

:Standard functions and equipment :Optional functions and equipment

AR-122EN/AR-152EN

Copier with single bypass

Printer *

(AL-12PKM)

Scanner *

(AL-12PKM)

• Some models may not be available in some countries.

• This operation manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF".

• 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.

PART NAMES

SPF as an option (AR-153EN)

Original feeder tray

1 2

3 4

Original guide

Feeding roller cover

Original exit area

Multi-bypass tray (AR-153EN)

Original cover

5 6

Single bypass

8 9

10 11 12

Paper tray 2 as an option

(AR-153EN)

13 5

Toner cartridge

Original table

Operation panel

Front cover

Paper tray

Side cover

Side cover open button

Bypass paper guides

Paper output tray

Paper output tray extension

14 15

Photoconductive drum

Power switch

Handle

Power cord socket

Fusing unit release lever

Transfer charger

Charger cleaner

OPERATION PANEL

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.18)

Light and dark keys and indicators

Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO exposure level. Selected exposure level is shown by a lit indicator. (p.18) Use to start and terminate user program setting. (p.22)

Alarm indicators

57 68

Developer replacement required indicator (p.35)

Misfeed indicator (p.31) Toner cartridge replacement

required indicator (p.24) Maintenance indicator (p.35)

SPF indicator (p.17) (AR-153EN)

Can be used only when your unit has the SPF.

SPF misfeed indicator (p.34)(AR153EN)

Can be used only when your unit has the SPF.

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.20)

Copy ratio display (%) key (p.20) Display

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

SCANNER key and indicator (p.50, p.57)

Can be used when the Printer/Scanner Expansion Kit (AL-12PKM) is installed.

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ONLINE key and indicator (p.50)

Can be used when the Printer/Scanner Expansion Kit (AL-12PKM) is installed.

Power save indicator

Lights up when the unit is in a power save mode. (p.21, p.22)

Paper feed location in dicators

1012

Light up to show the selected paper feed station.

Tray select key (AR-153EN)

Use to select a paper feed station (paper tray 1, paper tray 2 or multi-bypass tray)

p.20)

(

ZOOM keys and indicator

1114

Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio from 25% to 400% in 1% increments. (p.20)

Copy quantity keys

1215

• Use to select the desired copy quantity (1 to 99). (p.18)

• Use to make user program entries. (p.22)

Clear key

1316

• Press to clear the display, or press during a copy run to terminate copying. (p.18)

• Press and hold down during standby to display the total number of copies made to date. (p.23)

Start key and indicator

1417

• Copying is possible when the indicator is on.

• Press to start copying.

• Use to set a user program. (p.22)

Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray.

LOADING PAPER

PAPER

For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP.

Type of paper

feeding

Paper tray Standard paper A4

Single bypass/ Multi-bypass tray

* 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 ph ysical damage to the unit.

**For paper weighing from 104g/m

fed through the single bypass or through 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 through the multi-bypass tray.

Type of media Size Weight

56g/m

Standard paper and thick paper

Special media

Transparency film

Envelope* International DL

A5 B5 Letter Legal Invoice

A4 A5 A6 B5 B6 Letter** Legal Invoice

A4 Letter

International C5 Commercial 10 Monarch

to 128g/m2, A4 is the maximum size that can be

80g/m

52g/m 128g/m2**

2 2

LOADING THE PAPER TRAY

Raise the handle of the paper tray

and pull the paper tray out until it stops.

Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper

width and length. Squeeze the lever of p aper 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.

Paper guide B

Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure the edges go

under the corner hooks.

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

Paper guide A

Gently push the paper tray back into the unit.

• 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 absor b 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 (AR-153EN) or the single bypass (AR-122EN/AR-152EN) 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 the maximum size.)

The multi-bypass tray (AR-153EN)

can be used in this tray. (For paper weighing from 104 to 128g/m2, A4 is

• The multi-bypass tray (AR-153EN) can hold maximum of 50 sheets of

paper. (Capacity will vary depending on the type of paper loaded.) The single bypass (AR-122EN/AR-152EN) 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 o r me dia, this may cause smudges on the edges of the copies.

Open the multi-bypass tray and extend the tray.

To close the multibypass tray, perform

Nota

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 paper guides to the paper width. Insert the paper (print

face down) all the way into the multi-bypass tray.

Cara de impresión

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

• Transparency film, labels, and other special purpose papers

Nota

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

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.

The single bypass (AR-122EN/AR-152EN)

If you insert a sheet of paper into the single bypass when multiple copies have been set with the copy quantity setting (p.18), the copy quantity

Nota

setting will change to "0" and only one copy will be made.

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

For information on the copy settings, see "MAKING COPIES" (p.13)". 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. Insert a s ingle sheet 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.

Print face

Note for loading envelopes

• Envelopes must be fed narrow side into the feed slot one 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 copies/prints to become smudged.

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

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

• It is recommended that you perform a test copy before performing the actual copied/printed job.

• Be sure to select either Com 10, DL, C5 or Monarch on the paper size setting of the printer driver. (For detailed information on printer driver, refer to the online manual.)

This chapter explains basic and other copying functions. The unit is equipped with a one-page memory buffer. This memory allows the unit to scan an original once only and make up to 99 copies. This feature improves workflow, reduces operation noise from the copier, and provides higher reliability by reducing wear and tear on the scanning mechanism.

If the unit does not function properly during use, or if a function cannot be used, see "TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT" (p.29).

MAKING COPIES

COPY FLOW

Make sure that paper has been loaded in the paper tray (p.8) or multibypass tray (p.10), and check the paper size (p.7).

If paper is not loaded, see page 8. If you are using the single bypass, check the paper size and then proceed to the next step without loading paper.

2 Turn on the unit (p.14).

Place the original.

If you are using the original table, see "Using the original table" (p.16). If you are using the SPF, see "Using the SPF" (p.17). When copying onto paper larger than A4, pull out the paper output tray extension.

Select the copy settings.

If you wish to copy using the initial settings (p.15), proceed to the next step. To set the number of copies, see page 18. To adjust the resolution and contrast settings, see page 18. To enlarge or reduce the copy, see page 20. AR-153EN model To change the tray used, see page 20.

5 Start copying.

Press the start ( ) key.

If you are using the single bypass

Do not press the start ( ) key. Insert a sheet of paper into the single bypass. (Page 11)

Multiple copies are not possible using the single bypass.

Do not insert paper in the single bypass when a copy job from the paper tray is in progress. This will cause a misfeed.

CONNECTING THE POWER CORD

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.

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.

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

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

Power on

Ensure that the power switch of the unit is in the OFF position. 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 settin gs of the operation panel will also light up to indicate the ready condition. For the initial settings, see the "Initial settings of operation panel" described on the next page.

• 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.22).

• The unit will return to the initial settings a preset amount of time after the end of copy or scanning job. The preset amount of time (auto clear time) can be changed. See "USER PROGRAMS" (p.22).

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 lamp periodi c a l ly to mai n ta in cop y i n g qu a l ity. At this time, the scan head moves automatically. This is normal and does not indicate unit trouble.

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.21) elaps e s aft er a co py or scanner job is finished, or when the clear ( ) key is pressed twice. The initial settings of the operation panel are shown below.

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"0" is displayed in the display.

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

Copy quantity 1 copy Exposure adjustment AUTO Zoom 100% Tray Paper tray 1

Power off methods

If not used for a certain period of time, the unit will automatically enter auto power shut-off mode (p.22) in order to minimise 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.

ORIGINAL PLACEMENT

• The original table can read up to A4 original.

• Image loss 4mm can occur at the leading and trailing edges of the

copies. Also image loss 4.5mm in total can occur along the other edges of the copies.

• When copying a book or an original which has been folded or a crumpled original, press down the original cover lightly. If the original cover is not securely closed, the copies may be striped or blurred.

Open the original cover, and place the original.

Place an original face down on the original table. Align it with

the original scale and the centring ( ) mark. Gently close the original cover.

Original scale

mark

Setting a large original

The original cover can be removed to allow copying of bulky objects.

Simply lift the original cover straight

up.

To reattach the original cover, reverse the above procedure.

Using the SPF

The SPF is designed to hold up to 30 originals measuring from A5 to A4 and weighting from 52 to 90 g/m2.weighting from 52 to 90 g/m2.

• Before feeding originals in the original feeder tray, be sure to remove

any staples or paper clips from them.

• Before placing curled or wavy originals into the original feeder tray, be sure to flatten them. If not, original misfeeds may result.

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

• Badly damaged originals may misfeed in the SPF. It is recommended that such originals be copied from the original table.

• Special originals such as transparency film should not be fed through the SPF, but should be placed directly on the original table.

• Image loss (max. 4 mm) can occur at the leading and trailing edges of the copies. Also image loss (max. 4.5 mm in total) can occur along the other edges of the copies.

• To stop continuous copying using the SPF, press the clear ( )

Make sure that no original is left on the original table.

Adjust the original guides to the size

of originals.

key.

Set the originals face up in the

original feeder tray.

Stream feeding mode

The stream feeding mode allows easy operation of continuous copying from the SPF. If the stream feeding mode has been enabled using user program No.4, the SPF ( ) indicator will blink approximately 5 seconds after the last original has been fed by the SPF. While this indicator is blinking, any new originals placed in the original feeder tray will be fed and copied automatically. If the stream feeding mode has been disabled, the start ( ) key must be pressed each time the originals are set even immediately after completion of a copy run from the SPF. The default setting of the stream feeding mode is "ON". See "USER PROGRAMS" (p.22).

Original face up

SET THE COPY QUANTITY

Set the number of copies using the two copy quantity ( , ) keys when copying from the original table or from the SPF if installed.

• Press the clear ( ) key to clear an entry if a mistake is made.

• A single copy can be made with the initial setting, i.e., when "0" is

displayed.

• Press the right copy quantity key to set the unit digit from 0 to 9. This key will not change the tens digit.

• Press the left copy quantity key to set the tens digit from 1 to 9.

Tens digit Unit digit

EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING

Exposure adjustment

Copy density adjustment is not required for most originals in the automatic exposure mode. To adjust the copy density manually or to copy photographs, the exposure level can be adjusted in 2 steps manually.

The copy resolution used for AUTO and MANUAL ( ) mode can be changed. (p.22)

Press the exposure mode selector key to

select the MANUAL ( ) mode or PHOTO ( ) mode.

Use the light ( ) and dark ( ) keys to

adjust the exposure level. If exposure level 2 is selected, the two left-handmost indicators for that level will light up simultaneously. Also, if level 4 is selected, the two right-handmost indicators for that level will light up simultaneously.

Automatic exposure adjustment

This automatic exposure level will remain in effect until you change it again by this procedure.

The automatic exposure level can be adjusted to suit your copying needs. This level is set for copying from the original table and copying from the SPF respectively.

When adjusting the automatic exposure level for copying from

the SPF, place an original in the original feeder tray and make sure that the SPF ( ) indicator lights up. When adjusting the level for copying from the original table, make sure that no original is left in the original feeder tray.

Press the exposure mode selector key to

select the PHOTO ( ) mode.

Press and hold down the exposure mode

selector key for approximately 5 seconds. The PHOTO ( ) indicator will go out and the AUTO indicator will begin to blink. One or two light and dark indicators corresponding to the automatic exposure level which has been selected will light up.

Press the light ( ) or dark ( ) key to

lighten or darken the automatic exposure level as desired. If exposure level 2 is selected, the two left-handmost indicators for that level will light up simultaneously. Also, if level 4 is selected, the two righthandmost indicators for that level will light up simultaneously.

Press the exposure selector key . Th e AUT O ind ic at o r wi ll st op

blinking and light up steadily.

REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM

Three preset reduction ratios and two enlargement ratios can be selected. The zoom function enables copy ratio selection from 25% to 400% in 1% increments.

Set the original and check the paper size.

Use the copy ratio selector key and /or ZOOM ( , ) keys to

select the desired copy ratio.

• To verify a zoom setting without changing the zoom ratio, press and hold down the copy ratio display (%) key. When the key is released, the display will return to the copy quantity display.

• To reset the ratio to 100%, press the copy ratio selector key repeatedly until the 100% indicator lights up.

Set the reduction/enlargement ratio.

To decrease or increase the zoom ratio rapidly, press and hold down the ZOOM ( ) or ( ) key. However the value will stop at the preset reduction or enlargement ratios. To move beyond these ratios, release the key and then press and hold it down again.

To select a preset copy ratio:

Preset reduction and enlargement ratios are: 25%, 70%, 86%, 141%, and 400%.

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To select a zoom ratio:

When a ZOOM (

or ) key is pressed, the

ZOOM indicator will light up and the zoom ratio will be displayed in the display.

Selecting the tray

Press the tray select () key.

Each time you press the tray select ( ) key, the location indicated by the paper feed location indicator changes in the following order: paper tray 1, paper tray 2 if installed, multi-bypass tray.

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This chapter describes the special functions of this unit. Use these functions as needed.

SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

Toner save mode (page 21)

Reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.

Power save modes (page 22)

The unit has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.

Preheat mode

When the unit enters the preheat mode, the power save ( ) indicator will light up and other indicators will remain on or off as before. In this condition, the fuser in the unit is maintained at a lower heat level, thereby saving power. To copy from the preheat mode, make desired copier selections and press the start ( ) key using the normal copying procedure.

Auto power shut-off mode

When the unit enters the auto power shut-off mode, the power save ( ) indicator will light up and other indicators will go out. The auto power shut-off mode saves more power than the preheat mode but requires a longer time before starting copying. To copy from the auto power shut-off mode, press the start ( ) key. Then make desired copier selections and press the start ( ) key using the normal copying procedure.

Auto clear (page 22)

The unit returns to the initial settings a preset amount of time after the end of copy, or scanner job. This preset amount of time (auto clear time) can be changed.

Resolution of AUTO & MANUAL mode (page 22)

You can set the copy resolution used for AUTO and MANUAL ( ) exposure mode.

TONER SAVE MODE

Press the exposure mode selector key

to select the MANUAL ( ) mode.

Press and hold down the exposure mode

selector key for approximately 5 seconds. The MANUAL ( ) indicator will go out and the PHOTO ( ) indicator will begin to blink. The light and dark indicator marked "5" will light up, indicating the standard toner mode is active.

To enter the toner save mode, press t he

light ( ) key. The light and dark indicator marked "1" will light up, indicating the toner save mode is selected.

Press the exposure mode selector key. The PHOTO ( )

indicator will stop blinking and will light up steadily. The light and dark indicator marked "3" will light up. The toner save mode is now active.

To return to the standard mode, repeat the procedure but use the dark ( ) key to select exposure level "5" in step 3.

USER PROGRAMS

The user programs allow the parameters of certain functions to be set, changed, or cancelled as desired.

Setting the power save modes, auto clear time, stream feeding mode and resolution of AUTO & MANUAL mode

Press and hold down the light ( ) and dark ( ) keys

simultaneously for more than 5 seconds until all the alarm indicators ( , , , ) blink and " " appears in the display.

Use the left copy quantity ( ) key to select a user program

number (1: auto clear time, 2: preheat mode, 3: auto power shut-off timer, 5: auto power shut-off mode 6: resolution of AUTO & MANUAL mode). The selected number will blink in the left side of the display.

Press the start ( ) key. The entered program number will be

steadily lit and the currentl y selec ted parame ter numb er for t he program will blink on the right side of the display.

Select the desired parameter using the right copy quantity ( )

key. The entered parameter number will blink on the right of the display.

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