Sharp AR-M237, AR-M236, AR-M276, AR-M277 User Manual

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DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM

MODEL

AR-M236 AR-M237 AR-M276 AR-M277

SOFTWARE SETUP GUIDE

• INTRODUCTION

• SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP AR-M230/M270 SERIES

• BEFORE INSTALLATION

• INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

• CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER

• CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER

• HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL

• TROUBLESHOOTING

Back cover

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INTRODUCTION

This manual explains how to install and configure the software that is required for the printer function of the machine. The procedure for viewing the online manual is also explained.

Note

• The screen images in this manual are mainly for Windows® XP. With other versions of Windows

• The explanations in this manual are based on the North American version of the software. Versions for other countries and regions may vary slightly from the North American version.

• Where "AR-XXXX" appears in this manual, please substitute the name of your model for "XXXX". For the name of your model, see "PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS" in the operation manual for copier.

• This manual refers to the "SHARP Digital Multifunctional System AR-M230/M270 Series Software CD-ROM" simply as "CD-ROM".

, some screen images may be different from those in this manual.

Trademark acknowledgments

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

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

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

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

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

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

SOFTWARE LICENSE

The SOFTWARE LICENSE will appear when you install the software from the CD-ROM. By using all or any portion of the software on the CD-ROM or in the machine, you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of the SOFTWARE LICENSE.

The display screens, messages, and key names shown in the manual may differ from those on the actual machine due to product improvements and modifications.

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CONTENTS

SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP AR-M230/M270 SERIES.................................................... 2

BEFORE INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................... 2

● HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................... 2

● INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE.................................... 2

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ............................................................................................ 3

● STANDARD INSTALLATION (USB only) ................................................................................... 3

● CUSTOM INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................... 5

● INSTALLING THE PC-FAX DRIVER ........................................................................................ 11

CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER ...................................................................................... 12

● CONNECTING A USB CABLE ................................................................................................. 12

● CONNECTING A PARALLEL CABLE ...................................................................................... 12

CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER ............................................................................ 13

HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL ............................................................................... 14

TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................................... 15

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SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP AR-M230/M270 SERIES

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

• Printer driver

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

• PC-FAX driver

The PC-FAX driver lets you easily send faxes from your computer through the machine to another fax machine (when the facsimile expansion kit is installed). * To use the PC-FAX driver, Internet Explorer 4.0 or later must be installed in your computer.

• Acrobat Reader 5.0

Software that allows you to view the online printer manual on your computer.

BEFORE INSTALLATION

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

Check the following hardware and software requirements before installing the software.

Computer type IBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with a USB 2.0/1.1*

bi-directional parallel interface (IEEE 1284)

Operating system Windows 95*

Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (Service Pack 5 or later) Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP Home Edition

Other hardware requirements An environment that allows any of the above operating systems to fully operate

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

Windows XP Home Edition preinstalled models equipped with a USB interface as standard.

*2 If you are installing the PC-FAX driver, a system file must be updated before the driver can be installed. For

more information, click the "Display Readme" button in the Software Selection window of the installer. (p. 11)

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

, Windows 98, Windows Me,

, Windows XP Professional*3,

INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Follow the appropriate installation procedure for your operating system and type of cable as indicated below.

Operating system Cable Procedure to follow

Windows 98/Me/2000/XP USB* STANDARD INSTALLATION (USB only) (p. 3) Windows XP USB*/Parallel Installation in Windows XP (USB/Parallel cable) (p. 5) Windows 98/Me/2000 USB* Installation in Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB cable) (p. 7) Windows 95/98/Me/NT

4.0/2000

* If the machine is connected by a USB cable, it is recommended that you use the standard installation.

Parallel Installation in Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000 (Parallel cable) (p. 9)

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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

Note

If an error message appears, follow the on-screen instructions 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 (p. 5).

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.

The cable will be connected in step 9.

Read the message in the "Welcome"

window and then click the "Next" button.

Click the "Standard" button.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

Insert the CD-ROM into your computer's

CD-ROM drive.

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.

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.)

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

Caution

Note

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".

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.

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

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INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE

Make sure that the power of the machine

is turned on, and then connect the USB cable. (p. 12)

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

Begin installation of the printer driver.

"SHARP AR-XXXX" will appear in the "Found New Hardware Wizard" dialog box. Select "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" and click the "Next" button. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Caution

This completes the installation of the software.

After installation, see "CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER" (p. 13) to check the printer driver settings.

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".

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