Sharp AR-168D, AR-168S Service Manual. Parts Guide

SERVICE MANUAL

CODE : 00ZAR168D/A1E

DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL

SYSTEM

AR-168S

MODEL AR-168D

CONTENTS

[ 1 ] GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1 [ 2 ] SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1

[ 3 ] CONSUMABLE PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1 [ 4 ] EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1 [ 5 ] UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1

[ 6 ] COPY PROCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 1 [ 7 ] OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1 [ 8 ] DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 1 [ 9 ] ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 1

[10] TEST COMMAND, TROUBLE CODES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 1

[11] MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 - 1

[12] USER PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 1 [13] ELECTRICAL SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 1 [14] CIRCUIT DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 1

[15] FIRMWARE DOWNLOAD PROCEDURES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 1

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 : 10.24 sec

Out put power : 0.15mW ± 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.

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.

The foregoing is applicable only to the 220V
			LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
model, 230V model and 240V model.			KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

CONTENTS

[1] GENERAL

1. Major functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 2. Note for servicing and handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

[2] SPECIFICATIONS

1. Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 2. Operation specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 3. Copy performance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 4. SPLC printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 5. Scan function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 6. SPF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 7. RSPF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

[3] CONSUMABLE PARTS

1. Supply list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 2. Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 3. Production control number (lot No.) identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 4. TD cartridge replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

[4] EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES

1. Appearance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 2. Internal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 3. Operation panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 4. Motors and solenoids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 5. Sensors and switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 6. PWB unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 7. Cross sectional view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

[5] UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION

1. Copier installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 2. Cautions on handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 3. Checking packed components and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 4. Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 5. Removing protective packing materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 6. Developer unit installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 7. Toner cartridge installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 8. Loading the paper tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 9. Power to copier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 10. Software for AR-168S/168D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

A. Before installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 B. Installing the software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 C. Setting up button manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 D. Connecting the machine to your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11

11. Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 A. USB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12 B. Parallel interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

12. Moving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

[6] COPY PROCESS

1. Functional diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 2. Outline of print process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 3. Actual print process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

[7] OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTIONS

1. Outline of operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 2. Scanner section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 A. Scanner unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 B. Optical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 C. Drive system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

3. Laser unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 A. Basic structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 B. Laser beam path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 C. Composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3

4. Fuser section. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 A. General description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 5. Paper feed section and paper transport section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 A. Paper transport path and general operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

6. SPF/RSPF section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 A. Outline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 B. Document transport path and basic composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 C. Operational descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 D. Cases where a document jam is caused . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 E. RSPF (SPF) open/close detection (book document detection) . . 7-7

7. D-D (Duplex to Duplex) mode paper/document transport

(Duplex model) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 A. Initial state. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 B. Front copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 C. Back copy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

8. Shifter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

[8] DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

1. High voltage section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 B. Drum replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 C. Disassembly procedure (Transfer charger unit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 D. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 E. Charger wire cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 F. Charger wire replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

2. Operation panel section. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

3. Optical section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

4. Fusing section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

5. Tray paper feed/transport section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14

6. Manual paper feed section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16 D. Pressure plate holder attachment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16

7. Rear frame section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17

8. Power section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18

9. SPF section (SPF model only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18 A. Sensor PWB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19 B. Pickup solenoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19 C. Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19 D. Manual paper feed roller, pickup roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20 E. Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21 F. SPF motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21 G. Paper entry sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21 H. PS roller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21 I. Paper exit roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21

10. Duplex motor section (RSPF model only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22

11. Reverse roller section (RSPF model only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22 A. List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22 B. Disassembly procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22 C. Assembly procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22

12. RSPF section (RSPF model only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22 A. RSPF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22 B. Intermediate tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23 C. Upper cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23 D. Pickup unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23 E. Upper cover of the pickup unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23 F. Sensor PWB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24 G. Pickup solenoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24 H. Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24 I. Manual paper feed roller, pickup roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25 J. Transport unit removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25 K. Belt 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25 L. Belt 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26 M. SPF motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26 N. Solenoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26 O. Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26 P. Paper supply roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-26 Q. Paper entry sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-27 R. Transport roller 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-27 S. Paper exit roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-28 T. Solenoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-29

[9] ADJUSTMENTS

1.	Optical section. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-1
	A. Copy magnification ratio adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-1
	B. Image position adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-2
2.	Copy density adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-3
	A. Copy density adjustment timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-3
	B. Note for copy density adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-3
	C. Necessary tool for copy density adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-4
	D. Features of copy density adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-4
	E. Copy density adjustment procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-4
3.	High voltage adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-5
	A. Main charger (Grid bias) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-5
	B. DV bias check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-5
4.	Duplex adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-5
	A. Adjusting the paper reverse position in memory for
	duplex copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-5
	B. Adjusting trailing edge void in duplex copy mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-6
5.	SPF (RSPF) scan position automatic adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-7
6.	RSPF (SPF) mode sub scanning direction magnification
	ratio adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-7
7.	Automatic black level correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9-8

[10] TEST COMMAND, TROUBLE CODES

1. Entering the test command mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 2. Key rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 3. List of test commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 4. Descriptions of various test commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 5. Trouble codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39

A. Trouble codes list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39 B. Details of trouble codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39

[11] MAINTENANCE

1. Maintenance table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 2. Maintenance display system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 3. Remaining toner indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

[12] USER PROGRAM

1.	User programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12-1
	A. Copy mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12-1
	B. Print mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12-2
2.	Selecting a setting for a user program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12-3

[13] ELECTRICAL SECTION

1. Block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 A. Overall block diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 2. Circuit descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-2 A. Main PWB (MCU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-2 B. DC power circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-11

[14] CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

1. MCU PWB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1 2. OPERATION PWB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-26 3. POWER SUPPLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-27 4. ACTUAL WIRING DIAGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-31

[15] FIRMWARE DOWNLOAD PROCEDURES

1. Initial setting (Serial number setting procedures) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1 2. Download procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1 3. Version acquisition procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-3 4. EEPROM data acquisition procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-4 5. Installing procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-5

[1] GENERAL

1. Major functions

Configurations

Item

CPM /

SB/

2

Color

GDI

Sharp

IEEE

PPM

SPF

R-SPF

Scanner

SPLC

E-SORT

Duplex

Shifter

FAX

USB

ARNB2

MB

Tray

(push)

printer

desk

1284

Model

LT

A4

AR-168S

16

15

MB

Opt

Opt

Opt

(2.0)

AR-168D

16

15

MB

Opt

Opt

Opt

(2.0)

Descriptions of items

CPM:	Copy speed (Copies Per Minute)
SB/MB:	SB = Manual feed single bypass, MB = Manual feed multi bypass
2 tray:	Second cassette unit
SPF:	Original feed unit
R-SPF:	Duplex original feed unit
Color scanner:	Color scanner function
GDI printer:	GDI printer function
SPLC:	SPLC printer function
E-SORT:	Electrical sort
Duplex:	Auto duplex copy function
Shifter:	Job separator function
FAX:	FAX function
Sharpdesk:	Scanner utilities
IEEE1284:	Interface port (parallel)
USB:	Interface port (USB)
AR-NB2	External NIC

Descriptions of table

: Standard provision

: No function or no option available Opt: Option

(AR-168S)

(AR-168D)

2. Note for servicing and handling

When the main unit power is repeatedly turned OFF/ON rapidly (for about 1sec), the IC (OA982) on the MCU PWB may malfunction to cause an error (E1-00 Communication error), which does not boot the machine. In case of this error, the blank display is kept for several tens seconds and then "E100" is displayed on the panel display.

<Countermeasure>

Turn off the power and keep it for more than 10sec. Then turn on the power.

When the machine is booted.: There is no problem in the MCU PWB.

When the machine is not booted.: The MCU PWB trouble

AR-168S/168D GENERAL 1 - 1

[2] SPECIFICATIONS

1. Basic Specifications

	Item
Type			Desktop
Copy system			Dry, electrostatic
Segment (class)			Digital personal copier
Copier dimensions		AR-168S	20.4"(W) x 19.8"(D) x 15.0"(H) (518mm(W) x 503mm(D) x 380mm(H))
		AR-168D	20.4"(W) x 19.8"(D) x 15.0"(H) (518mm(W) x 503mm(D) x 380mm(H))
Weight (Approximately)		AR-168S	42.3lbs.(19.2Kg)	TD and drum cartridges included
		AR-168D	44.1lbs.(20.0Kg)

2. Operation specifications

	Section, item		Details
Paper feed	Paper feed system			1 tray (250 sheets) + multi bypass (50 sheets)
section
	AB system	Tray paper feed	Paper size	A4, B5, A5, 16K (Landscape)
		section	Paper weight	56 - 80g/m2 (15 - 21 lbs.)
			Paper feed capacity	250 sheets
			Kinds	Standard paper, specified paper, recycled paper
			Remark	User adjustment of front paper guide available
		Multi bypass paper	Paper size	A4, B5, A5, B6, A6 (Post card), 16K (Landscape)
		feed section
			Paper weight	52 - 128g/m2 (14 - 34.5 lbs.)
			Paper feed capacity	50 sheets
			Kinds	Standard paper, specified paper, recycled paper, envelope,
				OHP, Label (Single copy)
			Remark	User adjustment of side paper guide available
	Inch system	Tray paper feed	Paper size	8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2 x 11", 8-1/2" x 5-1/2" (Landscape)
		section
			Paper weight	15 - 21 lbs.
			Paper feed capacity	250 sheets
			Kinds	Standard paper, specified paper, recycled paper
			Remark	User adjustment of front paper guide available
		Multi bypass paper	Paper size	8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2 x 11", 8-1/2" x 5-1/2", 3-1/2" x 5-1/2"
		feed section		(Landscape)
			Paper weight	14 - 34.5 lbs.
			Paper feed capacity	50 sheets
			Kinds	Standard paper, specified paper, recycled paper, OHP, Label,
				Envelop (Single copy)
			Remark	User adjustment of side paper guide available
Paper exit section		Exit way		Face down
		Capacity of output tray		200 sheets
Originals		Original set		Center Registration (left edge)
		Max. original size		A4 (8-1/2" x 14")
		Original kinds		sheet, book
		Original size detection		None
Optical	Scanning section	Scanning system		3 CCDs (RGB) sensor scanning by lighting white lamp
section
		CCD sensor	Resolution	600 dpi
		Lighting lamp	Type	CCFL
			Voltage	560Vrms
			Power consumption	2.8W
		Output data		R, G, B 1 or 8 bits/pixel / A/D 16bit
	Writing section	Writing system		Writing to OPC drum by the semiconductor laser
		Laser unit	Resolution	600 dpi
Image forming		Photoconductor	type	OPC (30ø)
			Life	18k
		Charger	Charging system	Saw -tooth charging with a grid, / (-) scorotron discharge
			Transfer system	(+) DC scorotron system
			Separation system	(-) DC scorotron system
		Developing	Developing system	Dry, 2-component magnetic brush development system
		Cleaning	Cleaning system	Counter blade system (Counter to rotation)

AR-168S/168D SPECIFICATIONS 2 - 1

	Section, item		Details
Fusing section		Fusing system		Heat roller system
		Upper heat roller	type	Teflon roller
		Lower heat roller	type	Silicon rubber roller
		Heater lamp	type	Halogen lamp
			Voltage	120V
			Power consumption	800W
Electrical section		Power source	Voltage	120V
			Frequency	60Hz
			Rated current	8A
		Power consumption	Max.	Less than 1000W
			Average (during copying)	350 Wh/H *1)
			Average (stand-by)	86Wh/H *1)
			Pre-heat mode	25Wh/H *1)
			Auto power shut-off mode	8.8Wh/H *1)

*1) May fluctuate due to environmental conditions and the input voltage.

3. Copy performance

	Section, item			Details
Copy magnification			Fixed magnification		4 Reduction + 3 Enlargement
			ratios		(AB system : 25, 50, 70, 86, 100, 141, 200, 400%)
					(Inch system : 25, 50, 64, 78, 100, 129, 200, 400%)
			Zooming		OC: 25 - 400%, SPF/RSPF: 50 - 200%
			magnification ratios		(376 steps in 1% increments)
Manual steps (text, photo)					5 steps
Copy speed			First copy time	Tray paper feed	9.6 sec. (Pre-heat mode: 25 sec. / Auto power-shut-off mode: 40 sec.)
					A4 or Letter/100%/Auto Exposure
	AB system		Copy speed (CPM)	Same size	15
	A4
				Enlargement	15
	(Landscape)
				Reduction	15
	AB system		Copy speed (CPM)	Same size	15
	B5
				Enlargement	15
	(Landscape)
				Reduction	15
	Inch system		Copy speed (CPM)	Same size	12
	8-1/2" x 14"
				Enlargement	12
	(Landscape)
				Reduction	12
	Inch system		Copy speed (CPM)	Same size	16
	8-1/2" x 11"
				Enlargement	16
	(Landscape)
				Reduction	16
Max. continuous copy quantity					99
Void			Void area	leading edge	1 - 4mm
				Trailing edge	4mm or less, 6mm or less (Duplex copying/both image)
				Side void area	0.5mm or more (per side)
					4.5mm or less (total of both sides)
			Image loss	leading edge	Same size: 3.0mm or less (OC) / 4.0mm or less (SPF/R-SPF/Duplex)
					Enlarge: 1.5mm or less (OC) / 3.0mm or less (SPF/R-SPF/Duplex)
					Reduction (50%): 6.0mm or less (OC) / 8.0mm or less (SPF/R-SPF/Duplex)
Warm-up time					0 sec.
Power save mode reset time					0 sec.
Paper jam recovery time					0 sec.

AR-168S/168D SPECIFICATIONS 2 - 2

4. SPLC printer

Print speed	Max. 15ppm (A4 / with ROPM) / 16ppm (Letter / with ROPM)
First print time	9.6 sec. (without data transfer time)
Duplex	Yes
ROPM	Yes
CPU	None
Memory	Share the memory with E-SORT function
Interface	RJ45 (10 base) / USB 2.0
Network	Internal NIC
Emulation	SPLC (JBIG GDI)
MIB support	No
Resolution	600dpi *1
Supported OS	Win 95 / 98 / Me / NT 4.0 / 2000 / XP
WHQL support	Yes *2
Application	Status window
*1: Engine Resolution
*2: Running change

5. Scan function

Type	Flat Bed Color Scanner
Scanning system	Document glass / SPF (AR-168S) / RSPF (AR-168D)
Light source	3 CCDs (RGB) sensor scanning by lighting white lamp (2 pcs of CCFL)
Resolution	Optical: 600 x 1200dpi
	Setting range: 50 - 9600dpi (Preview resolution is fixed at 75dpi)
Originals	Sheet type / Book type
Output data	R, G, B 1 or 8 bits/pixel / A/D 16bit
Scan range	OC / RSPF: 8.5" (297mm) (L) x 14" (431mm) (W)
	Original position: Platen: Left center / SPF: Right center
Scan speed	OC / SPF: Max. 2.88ms/line (Color/Gray scale), Max. 0.96 ms/line (B & W)
Protocol	TWAIN / WIA (Only XP) / STI
Support file format	RAW / JPEG
Interface	USB2.0
Scanner utility	Button Manager / Sharpdesk
Scan key/lamp	Yes
Duplex scan	No
Supported OS	Win 98 / Me / 2000 / XP
Void area	No (User settable by PC)
WHQL supported	Yes *1
*1: Running change

6. SPF

Original capacity	30 sheets (52 to 90g/m2) (14 to 23.9 lbs.)
Original size	A4 to A5 / 8-1/2" x 14" to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"
Original replacement speed	12CPM (A4/8-1/2" x 11"Landscape) (15CPM model)
Original placement	Face up
Original weight	52 to 90g/m2 (14 - 23.9lbs.)
Mixed feeding(Paper size)	Performance Degraded
Original which cannot	Thermal 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.

AR-168S/168D SPECIFICATIONS 2 - 3

7. RSPF

Original capacity		30 sheets (52 to 90g/m2) (14 to 23.9 lbs.)
Original size		A4 to A5 / 8-1/2" x 14" to 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"
Original replacement speed		12CPM (A4/8-1/2" x 11"Landscape)
Job speed (Tray1,Landscape)	Single copy	S to S	12CPM
		S to D	5.6CPM
		D to S	5.5CPM
		D to D	5.2CPM
	Multi copy	S to S	16CPM
		D to S	16CPM
Original placement		Face up
Original weight		52 to 90g/m2(14 - 23.9lbs.)
Mixed feeding		No
Original which cannot		Thermal 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.

AR-168S/168D SPECIFICATIONS 2 - 4

[3] CONSUMABLE PARTS

1. Supply list

A. SEC/SECL/LAG

No.	Item	Content		Life	Product name	Package	Remark
1	Toner CA (Black)	Toner	× 10	80K	AR-152MT	1	Life setup is based on A4
	(with IC chip)	(Toner: Net Weight 243g)					6%.
		Polyethylene bag	× 10				MT=NT 10
2	Developer	Developer	× 10	250K	AR-152MD	1	MD=ND 10
		(Developer: Net Weight 170g)
3	Drum kit	Drum	× 1	25K	AR-152DR	10
		Drum fixing plate	× 1

Note: Printing of the master/individual cartons is made in 2 languages, English/French.

Packed together with the machine: DR 25K/Developer UN/Process UN

2. Environmental

	The environmental conditions for assuring the copy quality and the	(4) Supply storage condition
	machine operations are as follows:	Humidity (RH)
	(1) Normal operating condition

90%

Temperature: 20°C to 25 Humidity: 65 ± 5%RH

(2) Acceptable operating condition

	Humidity (RH)
	85%
	60%		20%
			–5˚C	45˚C
	20%		3. Production control number (lot No.)
			identification
	10˚C	30˚C	<Toner cartridge>
			35˚C
(3)	Transportation condition		Production month
	Humidity (RH)		Production day
	90%		Destination code
			(Dealer, distributor, OEM, etc.)
	60%		Production place
			(SOCC: Fixed to B.)
			End digit of year
			Version No.
			: Destination code
	15%		Classification	No.
			A packed with machine	G
			EX Destination	H
	–25˚C		B packed with machine
		30˚C 40˚C		P
			A
			Option Destination	Q
			B

AR-168S/168D CONSUMABLE PARTS 3 - 1

<Drum cartridge>

The label on the drum cartridge shows the date of production. (SOCC production)

Production month

Production day

Destination code

(Dealer, distributor, OEM, etc.) Production place

(SOCC: Fixed to B.) End digit of year Version No.

(JAPAN production)

Ver.A 9

1

1 0001 X

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.

Division	No.
Option	2
Packed with machine	3

<Developer>

Sub lot

Production day

Production month

End digit of year

Production place

4. TD cartridge replacement

1)Open the front and side cabinets of the copier.

2)Keep holding Toner lover, and

3)Carefully pull out Toner unit from the copier.

2

3

1

4) Put Toner unit in a collection bag immediately after removing it from the copier

Production control

label attachment position

Note: Never carry exposed Toner unit. Be sure to put it in the collection bag.

Production control

label attachment position(*1)

1 The production control label is not attached to the cartridge of a China product.

AR-168S/168D CONSUMABLE PARTS 3 - 2

[4] EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES

1. Appearance

21

		Interface
	SPF/RSPF	19
	9
		10
		20
1		11
2	13	12
3	5
	6		14
4	7
	8		15
			16
		17	17
			18

1	Document glass	2	Operation panel	3	Front cover
4	Paper tray	5	Side cover	6	Side cover open button
7	Bypass tray paper guides	8	Bypass tray	9	Reversing tray (RSPF only)
10	Original guides	11	Document feeder cover	12	Document feeder tray
13	Exit area	14	Paper output tray	15	Paper output tray extension
16	Power switch	17	Handles	18	Power cord
19	USB connector	20	Parallel connector	21	Paper holder arm

2. Internal

Toner cartridge

6

2

3

1	4
	5

1	Front cover	2	Side cover	3	Fusing unit release lever
4	Transfer charger	5	Charger cleaner	6	Photoconductive drum

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3. Operation panel

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AR-168D

Display

READY TO COPY.

100%

8.5x11

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10 11

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16 17

1

[MODE SELECT] key / Mode indicators

2

Display

Press this key to select the mode. The indicator of the selected mode

This shows messages indicating the machine status and any

lights (copy, printer, scanner, fax mode indicators).

problems that occur, as well as user programs and function setting

menus.

3

Numeric keys

4

[CLEAR] key (

)

Use these to enter the number of copies and other numerical

Use this to clear the set number of copies, as well as cancel a job

settings.

that is in progress. When a setting menu appears, use this key to

The keys can also be used to select items in function setting menus.

move back to the previous menu level.

5

Power save indicator

6

SPF/RSPF indicator

This lights up when the power save function is activated.

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

7

Error indicator

8

[TRAY SELECT] key ( )

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

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

occurs.

9

Tray location indicator

10

[MENU] key

Indicates the selected paper tray. The indicator blinks when the tray

Press this key to select the paper size for copying, to configure a

is out of paper or is not closed.

user program or to display the total count.

11

[2-SIDED COPY] key (AR-168D only)

12

[E-SORT/SP.FUN] key

Press to select the automatic two-sided copying mode.

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

function.

13

[ ] key (

), [ ] key (

), [ENTER] key

14

[EXPOSURE] key

Press the [

] key (

) or [

] key (

) to select an item in a

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

function setting menu.

mode.

Press the [ENTER] key to enter a selection.

15

[COPY RATIO] key

16

[START] key (

) / Ready indicator

Press to select an enlargement or reduction ratio.

The ready indicator lights up when copying or scanning is possible.

To select a preset ratio setting, press the [COPY RATIO] key and

To begin copying, press the [START] key (

).

select the desired preset ratio. To select a ratio that is not preset,

The [START] key ( ) is also pressed to return to normal operation

press the [COPY RATIO] key, select the preset ratio that is closest to

from auto power shut-off mode.

the desired ratio, and then press the [

] key ( ) or [

] key ( )

to increase or decrease the ratio in increments of 1%.

17

[CLEAR ALL] key (

)

18

Shows the current copy ratio.

This returns all functions to the default settings. When pressed in a

setting menu, this returns the settings and display to the initial state.

19

Shows the selected paper size.

20 Shows the number of copies that has been entered with the numeric

keys.

21A checkmark " " appears when the exposure has been changed, or when two-sided copying, sort, 2 IN 1, or margin shift is selected.

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4. Motors and solenoids

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5

		13	7
			6
			3
No.	Part name	Control signal	Function / Operation
1	Main motor	MM	Drives the copier.
2	Scanner motor	MRMT	Drives the optical mirror base (scanner unit).
3	Toner motor	TM	Supplies toner.
4	Cooling fan motor	VFM	Ventilate the fuser section.
5	Resist roller solenoid	RRS	Resist roller rotation control solenoid
6	Paper feed solenoid	CPFS1	Cassette Paper feed solenoid 1
7	Multi paper feed solenoid	MPFS	Multi manual pages feed solenoid
8	SPF motor	SPFM	Drives the single pass feeder
9	Duplex motor	DMT	Devices the duplex paper transport section (Duplex model only)
10	Original feed solenoid	SPUS	Original pick up solenoid
11	SPF paper feed solenoid	SPFS	Original feed solenoid (RSPF only)
12	SPF gate solenoid	SGS	Controls the document reverse gate. (RSPF only)
13	Shifter motor	SFTM	Drives the shifter.

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5. Sensors and switches

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					9
				5
				6
No.	Name	Signal	Type	Function	Output
1	Scanner unit home position	MHPS	Transmission sensor	Scanner unit home position detection	"H" at home position
	sensor
2	POD sensor	POD	Transmission sensor	Paper exit detection	"H" at paper pass
3	PPD2 sensor	PPD2	Transmission sensor	Paper transport detection 2	"L" at paper pass
4	Cassette detection switch	CED1	Micro-switch	Cassette installation detection	"H" at cassette insertion
5	PPD1 sensor	PPD1	Transmission sensor	Paper transport detection 1	"L" at paper pass
6	Door switch	DSW	Micro-switch	Door open/close detection	1 or 0V of 24V at door open
				(safety switch for 24V)
7	SPF sensor	SPID/	Transmission sensor	Paper entry detection	"L" at paper pass
		SD SW		Cover open/close detection
8	SPPD sensor	SPPD	Transmission sensor	Paper transport detection	"L" at paper pass
9	PD1 sensor	PD1	Micro-switch	Paper width detect	"H" at A4 size or less
					"L" at A4 size or more

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6. PWB unit

5

2

1

10

8

6

9

		4
		7
		3
No.	Name		Function
1	Exposure lamp inverter PWB		Exposure lamp (CCFL) control
2	Main PWB (MCU)		Copier control
3	Operation PWB		Operation input/display
4	Power PWB		AC power input, DC voltage control, High voltage control
5	CCD sensor PWB		For image scanning
6	LSU motor PWB		For polygon motor drive (In the LSU)
7	TCS PWB		For toner sensor control
8	LSU PWB		For laser control (In the LSU)
9	FAX-operation PWB		FAX operation input (AR-FX9 option)
10	Modem PWB		FAX control (AR-FX9 option)

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7. Cross sectional view

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5

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		14	13	12	11
No.	Part name			Function and operation
1	Scanner unit	Illuminates the original with the copy lamp and passes the reflected light to the lens unit(CCD).
2	Exposure lamp	Exposure lamp (CCFL) Illuminates original
3	LSU (Laser unit)	Converts the original image signal into laser beams and writes onto the drum.
4	Paper exit roller	Roller for paper exit
5	Main charger	Provides negative charges evenly to the drum surface.
6	Heat roller	Fuses toner on the paper. (Teflon roller)
7	Pressure roller	Fuses toner on the paper. (Silicon rubber roller)
8	Drum	Forms images.
9	Transfer unit	Transfers images onto the drum.
10	Pickup roller	Picks up the manual feed paper. (In multi feed only)
11	Manual paper feed tray	Tray for manual feed paper
12	Manual paper feed roller	Transport the paper from the manual paper feed port.
13	PS roller unit	Takes synchronization between the lead edge and the rear edge of the paper.
14	Paper feed roller	Picks up a sheet of paper from the cassette.
15	Pickup roller	Picks up documents.
16	Separation roller	Separates documents to feed properly.
17	PS roller	Feeds documents to the scanning section.
18	Paper exit roller	Discharges documents.

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[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

• 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.

8" (20cm)	8"(20cm)
4"	4"
(10cm)	(10cm)

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.

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

Software CD-ROM

Drum cartridge (installed in machine)

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4. Unpacking

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

5. Removing protective packing materials

1)Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration below and then open the SPF/RSPF and remove the protective materials. Take out the bag containing the toner cartridge.

2) Release the scan head locking switch.

Grasp here and turn in the direction of the arrow.

Lock

Unlock

3)Open the bypass tray, and then open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button.

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

Protective pins

CAUTION tape

6. Developer unit installation

1) 2) 3) Open the side and front cabinets of the copier.

4)Remove the locking tape of the developer unit.

5)Remove the screw which is fixing the copier and Developer unit.

6)Remove Developer unit slowly from the copier.

2

5

3	1

4

7)Remove the screw (1 pc).

8)Remove Upper developer unit.

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9)Shake the aluminum bag to stir developer

10)Supply developer from the aluminum bag to the top of the MX roller evenly.

Note: Be careful not to splash developer outside Developer unit.

11)Attach Upper developer unit and fix it with a screw.

12)Rotate the MG roller gear to distribute developer evenly.

Note: Never rotate the gear in the reverse direction.

Note: When carrying Developer unit, do not tilt it extremely as shown with the arrow in the figure below.

(Prevention of splash of developer)

13)Insert Developer unit carefully into the copier.

Note: Quick insertion may result in splash of developer. Be sure to insert carefully.

14)Confirm that Developer unit is completely inserted to the bottom of the machine, fix Developer unit and the machine with a screw.

15)Completion of Developer unit installation

7. Toner cartridge installation

1)To prevent against uneven distribution of toner, hold Toner unit with both hands and shake it several times horizontally.

2)Hold the section of Toner unit shown in the figure below, remove the packing tape, and remove the cushion.

3)Pull out the cushion in the arrow direction.

4)Insert Toner unit carefully into the copier.

5)Insert until the hook is engaged with the copier as shown in the figure below.

6) Pull out the shutter in the arrow direction.

Note: Do not hold and carry the shutter. Otherwise the shutter may drop and Toner unit may drop.

7)Completion of Toner unit installation Close the front and side cabinets.

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8. Loading the paper tray

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

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 on the pressure plate of the paper tray.

3)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

4)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	Front
guide	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.

5)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.

6) Gently push the paper tray back into the machine.

Note:

•If you loaded a different size of paper than was loaded previously in the tray.

•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.

9. 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.

10. Software for AR-168S/168D

The CD-ROM that accompanies the machine contains the following software:

MFP driver

Printer driver

The printer driver enables you to use the printer function of the machine.

The printer driver includes the Print Status Window*. This is a utility that monitors the machine and informs you of the printing status, the name of the document currently being printed, and error messages.

*When the machine is connected through the parallel port, the Print Status Window can only be used when the parallel port is set to ECP mode. To set the parallel port mode, refer to your computer manual or ask the manufacturer of your computer.

Scanner driver (USB only)

The scanner driver allows you to use the scanning function of the machine with TWAIN-compliant and WIA-compliant applications.

Sharpdesk

Sharpdesk is an integrated software environment that makes it easy to manage documents and image files, and launch applications.

Button Manager

Button Manager allows you to use the scanner menus on the machine to scan a document.

Note: The scanning feature can only be used with computers that are running Windows 98/Me/2000/XP and are connected to the machine by a USB cable. If you are running Windows 95/NT 4.0 or are connected to the machine by a parallel connection, only the printer function can be used.

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A. Before Installation

(1) Hardware and software requirements

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

Computer type	IBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with
	a USB2.0*1/1.1*2 or bi-directional parallel interface
	(IEEE1284)
Operating	Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows
system*3 *4	NT Workstation 4.0 (ServicePack 5 or later)*5,
	Windows 2000 Professional*5, Windows XP
	Professional*5, Windows XP Home Edition*5
Display	800 x 600 dots (SVGA) display with 256 colors (or
	better)
Hard disk free	150MB or more
space
Other hardware	An environment on which any of the operating
requirements	systems listed above can fully operate

*1 The machine's USB connector will transfer data at the speed specified by the USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) only if the Microsoft USB 2.0 driver is preinstalled in the computer, or if the USB 2.0 driver for Windows 2000 Professional/XP that Microsoft provides through its "Windows Update" is installed.

*2 Compatible with Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home Edition preinstalled model standardly equipped with a USB port.

*3 Printing is not available in MS-DOS mode.

*4 The machine does not support printing from a Macintosh environment.

*5 Administrator's rights are required to install the software using the installer.

(2) Installation environment and usable software

The following table shows the drivers and software that can be

installed	for each version of Windows and				interface	connection
method.
	Operating	MFP Driver			Button
Cable		Printer	Scanner			Sharpdesk
	system				Manager
		driver	driver
USB*1	Windows 98/				Available
	Me/2000/XP
		Available
Parallel	Windows 95/
		*2	Not Available*3
	98/Me/NT 4.0/
	2000/XP

*1 Windows 98/Me does not support USB 2.0. A USB 2.0 connection can be used in Windows 98/Me, however, the performance will be the same as USB 1.1. The print speed based on USB 2.0 specifications can only be attained if your computer is running Windows 2000/XP, you are using a cable that supports USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 certified), and the cable is connected to a USB 2.0 port on your computer. If the connection is made through a hub, the hub must support USB 2.0.

*2 The printer driver that is installed will vary depending on the type of connection between the machine and your computer.

*3 Although it is possible to install Button Manager and Sharpdesk on Windows 98/Me/2000/XP, neither Button Manager nor the scanner function of Sharpdesk can actually be used.

B. Installing the software

Note:

•If you need to use a different connection method after installing the software based on a USB or parallel connection, you must first uninstall the software and then install it using the new connection method.

•In the following explanations it is assumed that the mouse is configured for right hand operation.

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

•If an error message appears, follow the instructions on the screen to solve the problem. After the problem is solved, the installation procedure will continue. Depending on the problem, you may have to click the "Cancel" button to exit the installer. In this case, reinstall the software from the beginning after solving the problem.

[Standard installation (USB only)]

The procedure for a standard installation of the software is explained below. If the machine is connected by a USB cable, it is recommended that you use the standard installation.

Note: The standard installation can only be used when the machine is connected by a USB cable. If the machine is connected by a parallel cable, use the custom installation procedure.

1)The USB cable must not be connected to the machine. Make sure that the cable is not connected before proceeding.

If the cable is connected, a Plug and Play window will appear. If this happens, click the "Cancel" button to close the window and disconnect the cable.

Note: The cable will be connected in step 9).

2)Insert the CD-ROM into your computer's CD-ROM drive.

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

In Windows 98/Me/2000, double-click "My Computer", and then double-click the CD-ROM icon.

4)Double-click the "setup" icon.

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

5)The "SOFTWARE LICENSE" window will appear. Make sure that you understand the contents of the software license, and then click the "Yes" button.

6)Read the "Readme First" in the "Welcome" window and then click the "Next" button.

7)Click the "Standard" button.

"Integrated Installer is preparing..." will appear and then installation of the MFP driver, Button Manager, and Sharpdesk will begin automatically.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

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8)When the "Finish" screen appears, click the "Close" button.

A message will appear instructing you to connect the machine to your computer. Click the "OK" button.

Caution: If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway" or "Yes".

Note: After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.

9)Make sure that the power of the machine is turned on, and then connect the USB cable.

Windows will detect the machine and a Plug and Play screen will appear.

Caution: If the following message appears on your computer screen, close it.

7) Click the "Custom" button.

A window regarding "HI-SPEED USB Device" will then appear. Close the window.

This message appears when the machine's USB 2.0 mode is not set to "HI-SPEED". For information on switching the USB

2.0mode.

10)Follow the instructions in the plug and play window to install the MFP driver.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution: If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway" or "Yes".

Note: A "USB 2.0 Composite Device" installation window may appear prior to this procedure. In this case, follow the instructions in the window to install the USB 2.0 Composite Device.

This completes the installation of the MFP driver.

•If you installed Button Manager, set up Button Manager as explained in "C. SETTING UP BUTTON MANAGER".

[Custom installation]

The procedure for a custom installation of the software is explained below. Use the custom installation procedure when the machine is connected by a parallel cable, when the machine is used as a shared printer on a network, or when you wish to install the MFP driver, Button Manager, or Sharpdesk separately.

(1) Windows XP (USB/Parallel)

1)The USB/parallel cable must not be connected to the machine. Make sure that the cable is not connected before proceeding.

If the cable is connected, a Plug and Play window will appear. If this happens, click the "Cancel" button to close the window and disconnect the cable.

Note: The cable will be connected in step 14).

2)Insert the CD-ROM into your computer's CD-ROM drive.

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

In Windows 98/Me/2000, double-click "My Computer", and then double-click the CD-ROM icon.

4)Double-click the "setup" icon.

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

5)The "SOFTWARE LICENSE" window will appear. Make sure that you understand the contents of the software license, and then click the "Yes" button.

6)Read the "Readme First" in the "Welcome" window and then click the "Next" button.

8)Click the "MFP Driver" button.

To view detailed information on the software, click the "Display Readme" button.

9)The "Welcome" window will appear. Click the "Next" button.

10)When you are asked how the printer is connected, select "Connected to this computer" and click the "Next" button.

If you are using the machine as a shared printer on a network, select "Connected via the network". For more information on this setting, see "Using the machine as a shared printer".

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution: If you are running Windows XP and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway".

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11)You will return to the window of step 8). If you wish to install Button Manager or Sharpdesk, click the "Utility Software" button.

If you do not wish to install the Utility Software, click the "Close" button and go to step 14).

Note: After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.

Installing the Utility Software

12)Click the "Button Manager" button.

To view detailed information on the software, click the "Display Readme" button.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

If you wish to install Sharpdesk, click the "Sharpdesk" button in this window and follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution:

•Button Manager can only be used when the machine is connected by a USB cable.

•The scanner function of Sharpdesk can only be used when the machine is connected by a USB cable.

Caution: If the following screen appears during installation of Sharpdesk, click the "Skip" button or the "Continue" button as appropriate to continue the Sharpdesk installation.

If "Skip" is selected, the Sharpdesk installation will continue without installing Sharpdesk imaging.

If "Continue" is selected, Sharpdesk Imaging will be installed. If Imaging for Windows is installed on your computer, Sharpdesk Imaging will overwrite Imaging for Windows.

13)When installation of Button Manager is finished, you will return to the window of step 12). Click the "Close" button.

A message will appear instructing you to connect the machine to your computer. Click the "OK" button.

Note: After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.

14)Make sure that the power of the machine is turned on, and then connect the USB/parallel cable.

Windows will detect the machine and a Plug and Play screen will appear.

Caution: If the following message appears on your computer screen, close it.

A window regarding "HI-SPEED USB Device" will then appear. Close the window.

This message appears when the machine's USB 2.0 mode is not set to "HI-SPEED". For information on switching the USB

2.0mode.

15)Follow the instructions in the plug and play window to install the MFP driver.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution: If you are running Windows XP and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway".

Note: A "USB 2.0 Composite Device" installation window may appear prior to this procedure. In this case, follow the instructions in the window to install the USB 2.0 Composite Device.

This completes the installation of the MFP driver.

•If you installed Button Manager, set up Button Manager as explained in "C. Setting up button manager".

(2) Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB)

1)The USB cable must not be connected to the machine. Make sure that the cable is not connected before proceeding.

If the cable is connected, a Plug and Play window will appear. If this happens, click the "Cancel" button to close the window and disconnect the cable.

Note: The cable will be connected in step 8).

2)Perform steps 2) through 7) in "Custom installation".

3)Click the "MFP Driver" button.

To view detailed information on the software, click the "Display Readme" button.

4) The "Welcome" window will appear. Click the "Next" button.

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5)When you are asked how the printer is connected, select "Connected to this computer" and click the "Next" button.

6)When the interface selection screen appears, select "USB" and click the "Next" button.

If you are using the machine as a shared printer on a network, select "Connected via the network". For more information on this setting, see "Using the machine as a shared printer".

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution: If you are running Windows 2000 and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Yes".

7)You will return to the window of step 3). If you wish to install Button Manager or Sharpdesk, click the "Utility Software" button.

To install the Utility Software, see "Installing the Utility Software" (steps 12) and 13) on page 7).

If you do not wish to install the Utility Software, click the "Close" button.

A message will appear instructing you to connect the machine to your computer. Click the "OK" button.

Note: After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.

8)Make sure that the power of the machine is turned on, and then connect the USB cable.

Windows will detect the machine and a Plug and Play screen will appear.

9)Follow the instructions in the plug and play window to install the MFP driver.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution: If you are running Windows 2000 and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Yes".

Note: A "USB 2.0 Composite Device" installation window may appear prior to this procedure. In this case, follow the instructions in the window to install the USB 2.0 Composite Device.

This completes the installation of the MFP driver.

•If you installed Button Manager, set up Button Manager as explained in "C. Setting up button manager".

(3) Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000 (Parallel)

1)The parallel cable must not be connected to the machine. Make sure that the cable is not connected before proceeding.

If the cable is connected, a Plug and Play window will appear. If this happens, click the "Cancel" button to close the window and disconnect the cable.

Note: The cable will be connected in step 10).

2)Perform steps 2) through 7) in "Custom installation".

3)Click the "MFP Driver" button.

To view detailed information on the software, click the "Display Readme" button.

Note: In Windows 95/NT4.0, the "Utility Software" button does not appear and only the printer driver can be installed.

4)The "Welcome" window will appear. Click the "Next" button.

5)When you are asked how the printer is connected, select "Connected to this computer" and click the "Next" button.

If you are using the machine as a shared printer on a network, select "Connected via the network". For more information on this setting, see "Using the machine as a shared printer".

6)When the interface selection screen appears, select "Parallel" and click the "Next" button.

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7)Select the printer port and whether the machine is to be used as the default printer, make the selections and click the "Next" button. Select "LPT1" for the printer port.

Note:

•If "LPT1" does not appear, another printer or peripheral device is using LPT1. In this case continue the installation, and after the installation is finished, change the port setting so that the machine can use LPT1.

•The "Add Network port" button is used when the machine is used as a shared printer. Do not click this button here.

8)When the model selection window appears, select model name of your machine and click the "Next" button.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution: If you are running Windows 2000 and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Yes".

9)You will return to the window of step 3). If you wish to install Sharpdesk, click the "Utility Software" button.

To install the Utility Software, see "Installing the Utility Software" (steps 12) and 13) on page 7).

If you do not wish to install the Utility Software, click the "Close" button.

A message will appear instructing you to connect the machine to your computer. Click the "OK" button.

10)Make sure that the power of the machine is turned on, and then connect the parallel cable.

This completes the installation of the MFP driver.

(4) Using the machine as a shared printer

If the machine will be used as a shared printer on a network, follow these steps to install the MFP driver in the client computer.

Note:

•To configure the appropriate settings in the print server, see the operation manual or help file of your operating system.

"Print server" as explained here is a computer that is directly connected to the machine, and a "Client" is any other computer that is connected to the same network.

•When the machine is used via a network connection, only the printer function can be used; the scanner function cannot be used.

1) Perform steps 2) through 7) in "Custom installation".

2)Click the "MFP Driver" button.

To view detailed information on the software, click the "Display Readme" button.

3)The "Welcome" window will appear. Click the "Next" button.

4)When you are asked how the printer is connected, select "Connected via the network" and click the "Next" button.

5)When you are asked to select the printer port to be used, click the "Add Network Port" button.

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6)Select the network printer that is shared and click the "OK" button. Ask your network administrator for the server name and printer name of the machine on the network.

7)In the printer port selection window, verify the network printer that is shared and whether the machine is to be used as the default printer, make the selections and click the "Next" button.

8)When you are asked to select the model name, select the model that you are using and click the "Next" button.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution: If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click "Continue Anyway" or "Yes".

9) You will return to the window of step 2). Click the "Close" button.

Note: After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.

This completes the installation of the MFP driver.

C. Setting up button manager

Button Manager is a software program that works with the scanner driver to enable scanning from the machine.

To scan using the machine, Button Manager must be linked with the scan menu on the machine. Follow the steps below to link Button Manager to scanner events.

(1) Windows XP

1)Click the "start" button, click "Control Panel", click "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Scanners and Cameras".

2)Click the "SHARP AR-XXXX" icon and select "Properties" from the "File" menu.

3)In the "Properties" screen, click the "Events" tab.

4) Select "SC1:" from the "Select an event" pull-down menu.

5)Select "Start this program" and then select "Sharp Button Manager E" from the pull-down menu.

6)Click the "Apply" button.

7)Repeat Steps 4) through 6) to link Button Manager to "SC2:" through "SC6:".

Select "SC2:" from the "Select an event" pull-down menu. Select "Start this program", select "Sharp Button Manager E" from the pulldown menu, and then click the "Apply" button. Do the same for each ScanMenu through "SC6:".

When the settings have been completed, click the "OK" button to close the screen.

Button Manager is now linked to the scan menu (1 through 6).

The scan settings for each of scan menu 1 through 6 can be changed with the setting window of Button Manager.

For the factory default settings of the scan menu and the procedures for configuring Button Manager settings.

(2) Windows 98/Me/2000

1)Click the "Start" button, select "Settings", and then click "Control Panel".

2)Double-click the "Scanners and Cameras" icon.

Note: If the "Scanners and Cameras" icon does not appear in Windows Me, click "view all Control Panel options".

3)Select "SHARP AR-XXXX" and click the "Properties" button.

In Windows Me, right click "SHARP AR-XXXX" and click "Properties" in the pop-up menu.

4)In the "Properties" screen, click the "Events" tab.

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5) Select "SC1:" from the "Scanner events" pull-down menu.

6) Select "Sharp Button Manager E" in "Send to this application".

Note: If other applications are shown, deselect the checkboxes for the other applications and leave only the Button Manager checkbox selected.

7)Click the "Apply" button.

8)Repeat Steps 5) through 7) to link Button Manager to "SC2:" through "SC6:".

Select "SC2:" from the "Scanner events" pull-down menu. Select "Sharp Button Manager E" in "Send to this application" and click the "Apply" button. Do the same for each ScanMenu through "SC6:".

When the settings have been completed, click the "OK" button to close the screen.

Button Manager is now linked to the scan menu (1 through 6).

The scan settings for each of scan menus 1 through 6 can be changed with the setting window of Button Manager.

For the factory default settings of the scan menu and the procedures for configuring Button Manager settings.

D. Connecting the machine to your computer

(1) Connecting a USB cable

Follow the procedure below to connect the machine to your computer.

A USB cable for connecting the machine to your computer is not included with the machine. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer.

Caution:

•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 USB cable before installing the MFP driver. The USB cable should be connected during installation of the MFP driver.

Note:

•If the machine will be connected using a USB 2.0 port of your computer, please purchase a USB cable that supports USB 2.0.

•The machine's USB connector will transfer data at the speed specified by the USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) only if the Microsoft USB 2.0 driver is preinstalled in the computer, or if the USB 2.0 driver for Windows 2000 Professional/XP that Microsoft provides through its "Windows Update" Web page is installed.

•To obtain the fastest USB 2.0 data transfer speed, "USB2.0 MODE SWITCH" in the machine's user programs must be set to "HISPEED".

•Use the machine's "HI-SPEED" mode only when using a computer that is running Windows 2000/XP.

•Even when the Microsoft USB 2.0 driver is used, it may not be possible to obtain full USB 2.0 speed if a PC card supporting USB 2.0 is used. To obtain the latest driver (which may enable a higher speed), contact the manufacturer of your PC card.

•Connection is also possible using a USB 1.1 port on your computer. However, the specifications will be USB 1.1 specifications (FullSpeed).

1) Insert the cable into the USB connector on the machine.

2) Insert the other end of the cable into your computer's USB port.

(2) Connecting a parallel cable

1)Obtain an IEEE1284 shielded parallel interface cable.

2)Insert the cable into the parallel interface connector located on the rear of the unit, and fasten with clasps.

3)Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector of your computer.

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11. Interface

A. USB

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
4					GND
2			1

3

4

B. 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

1

36

19

Pin No.				Signal name			Pin No.			Signal name
1							19		GND (STB RET)
			STB
2			DATA1				20	GND (DATA1 RET)
3			DATA2				21	GND (DATA2 RET)
4			DATA3				22	GND (DATA3 RET)
5			DATA4				23	GND (DATA4 RET)
6			DATA5				24	GND (DATA5 RET)
7			DATA6				25	GND (DATA6 RET)
8			DATA7				26	GND (DATA7 RET)
9			DATA8				27	GND (DATA8 RET)
10							28		GND
			ACKNLG
										(ACKNLG			RET)
11			BUSY				29		GND (BUSY RET)
12		PE (Paper End)					30	GND (PE RET)
13		SLTC					31		INPRM
14							32
		AUTO LF							FAULT
15			(NC)				33		(NC)
16			GND (0 V)				34	(NC)
17			FG				35		+5 V
18			+5 V				36
									SLTC IN

12. Moving

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.

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.

8)Pack the unit into the carton.

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