Sharp AR-M450U, AR-M450N User Manual

SHARP DOCUMENT SOLUTIONS

Part of the most security conscious Multifunctional Product range on the UK Market

MODULAR

SYSTEM

AR -M300U

EXTREME SPEED AND PERFORMANCE

SHARP AR-M450U

AR-M450N

Digital Laser Printer/Copiers

Combining superior productivity with exceptional image quality, the AR-M450U and AR-M450N
printer/copiers are here to streamline your busy office. With its impressive range of fully
modular options, the AR-M450 is ready to meet all your office needs – both present and
future. Select the modules you need, and enjoy the flexibility of customising the
document imaging system best suited to your office. Whether you want to copy,
print, scan, or fax, the ultra-efficient AR-M450 will do the job smarter and faster.
Smooth workflow and top-quality documents – just what your office needs.

AR-M450U/AR-M450N

DIGITAL LASER PRINTER/COPIERS

The Outstanding Digital Copiers that Grow to Meet Your Needs

Reduces paper waste
and increases
convenience.

AR-M450U/N

Duplex Models

Optional paper trays

Centralises document
creation in the
networked office.

AR-M450U/N

Duplex/Network Models

Optional paper trays

Automates burdensome
chores for you.

AR-M450U/N

Duplex/Finisher Models

Optional paper trays

Creates high-quality
documents for your
office.

AR-M450U

Basic Model

Optional paper trays

Covers all your
document
needs in the
networked office.

AR-M450U/N

Full-Function Models

Optional paper trays

DOCUMENT QUALITY & PRODUCTION

THE AR-M450U & AR-M450N DIGITAL LASER PRINTER/COPIERS

COPY

AUTOMATIC FEATURES
REDUCE WORK

With its wide selection of helpful
options, the AR-M450 is a document­creating powerhouse. The Duplex
Single Pass Feeder (DSPF) enhances
productivity by allowing you to make
documents quickly and efficiently.
Handy finishing options automate the
process from copying to finishing,
saving you valuable time.
The AR-M450 must be configured
with either additional 1 x 500, 3 x 500
or 1 x 500/1 x 2,000.

Functional Copying

A3 Duplex Scanning for Duplex
Copying

Easily make duplex copies from double-sided
documents with the Duplex Single Pass
Feeder (DSPF), which enables document
scanning up to A3 size. The AR-M450 saves
time by requiring only a single scan for
double-sided documents. By doing away with
the reversing circuit, the AR-M450 prevents
damage to documents.

Document Finishing

Sort and staple documents automatically with
the time-saving Finisher and Saddle Stitch
Finisher options.
After arranging the page order of scanned
documents in its memory, the AR-M450, in
tandem with the optional Finisher, can staple
up to 30 A4 pages.
The Saddle Stitch Finisher
option, meanwhile, can
staple up to 50 A4 pages
and fold documents to
make booklets. With the
optional Punch Module,
it's possible to punch
holes in documents.
Both finishing options also automatically sort
and separate copy runs for your convenience.

Electronic Sorting

The Electronic Sorting Function allows multiple
sets of copied documents to be made quickly
and efficiently. A single scan stores up to 50 A4
pages of a given document in the memory,
allowing you to return to work on the original.
The AR-M450 then uses the stored version to
produce multiple sets of copies in the original
order. Avoid the hassle of sorting and
arranging pages after copying them with the
intelligent AR-M450.

Productive Copying

High-Speed Copying

The AR-M450U and AR-M450N
have a continuous copy rate of
45 cpm, allowing them to
quickly produce even large volumes of
documents. High-speed copying to improve
the workflow in your networked office.

Large Paper Capacity, Wide
Paper Range

Meet your high-volume copying needs with
one of two paper drawer options available,
providing a paper capacity of up to 3,100
sheets. Depending on
your printing needs, the
drawers can
accommodate a wide
range of paper sizes
and types, including
OHP transparencies
and heavy stock*.

*Up to 205g/m2via
the 1st tray of AR-D14N/
AR-D13N or AR-MU1

LCD Touch Panel with Animated Guide

The large touch-sensitive LCD panel makes
operating the AR-M450 a breeze. The LCD
panel displays the current job status, along
with other operational information, to give you
a clear overview of your work.
Whether copying, printing, scanning or faxing,
you'll enjoy a seamless, efficient workflow.

Various Copying Functions

The AR-M450 makes copying more convenient
with its wide range of built-in functions.

■

Automatic Paper Selection (APS)

■

Automatic Magnification Selection (AMS)

■

Auto Tray Switching

■

Audit Function up to 100 accounts

■

Scan-to-Memory while Printing

■

Dual Page Copy

■

Job Programme

■

Rotation Copy

■

Multishot (2 in 1, 4 in 1)

■

Edge and Centre Erase

■

Margin Shift

PRINT

THE HIGH
PERFORMANCE
PRINTER FOR
TODAY'S OFFICES

Whether it’s multiple short-run jobs or
voluminous print jobs, the intelligent
AR-M450U and AR-M450N deliver
printing of the highest standard.
By installing options, you can enjoy
the expanded functionality of
TCP/IP-based network printing
(standard on AR-M450N).
The AR-M450's convenient features
ensure smooth, uninterrupted
operation, while its modular options
enhance productivity. Finally, the
printing solution you've been
looking for.

High Performance Printing

High-Speed
Printing &
Data Processing

The AR-M450 boasts
a continuous print rate
of 45 ppm, ensuring
speedy and efficient
printing. The secret of high-speed printing on
the AR-M450 is its 64-bit RISC 200MHz
processor, which allows even memory­intensive graphics documents to be
processed promptly.

600dpi Crisp and Clear Documents

The AR-M450's laser printer engine produces
razor-sharp images and crisp, legible text at
600dpi resolution. Employing digital
smoothing technology further enhances the
resolution to the equivalent of 1200dpi. The
AR-M450 comes complete with Photo Mode
for detailed, fine-grained reproductions of
photographs and halftone images. Superb
quality print jobs that make your work look
even better.

Compatible with HP™ PCL®6 and
PostScript

®3*1

Not only is the AR-M450 compatible with
HP™ PCL®6, but, with the optional PS3
Expansion Kit, it can also handle the latest
PDL, PostScript

®

3. The AR-M450 effortlessly
manages even the most sophisticated
documents.

Duplex Printing*

1

Efficient and economical document creation is
yours with the AR-M450. Doing away with
bulky files, duplex printing halves filing space
and paper costs.

Convenient Print Functions

Priority Printing*

1

In the Job Status Mode, the operation panel
displays a list of all jobs, whether copying,
printing, scanning or faxing. See at a glance
which job is in progress and where your job
is in the queue. You can also change the
print queue order with one touch of the LCD
screen. Urgent jobs can receive priority,
meaning you don't have to wait until other
jobs are finished.

*1Options required

Job Control Function*

1

The AR-M450 can hold your printing job in
the optional hard disk drive, giving you a host
of printing conveniences.

■

Print Hold: With the Job Control Function,

store your print job in the optional hard disk
drive. When you want the documents, go to
the AR-M450 and print them directly from
its memory.

■

Confidential Print: The Job Control Function

also has a pass code setting to keep your
sensitive documents away from prying
eyes. Before printing the secure documents
the AR-M450 will require verification.

■

Proof Print: The AR-M450 allows you to

check your work before printing it. Print a
sample copy of the document, proofread it,
and avoid problems of misprinting when
doing large print runs.

Powerful Networking

Smooth, Seamless Network Printing

(Optional on AR-M450U, standard on AR-M450N)

With the Printer Expansion Kit and Print
Server Card, the AR-M450 can support both
100Base-TX and 10Base-T networks. Heavy
network traffic is no problem for the AR-M450
– get used to a smooth flow of documents in
your networked office. The AR-M450 also
handles mixed-OS environments with ease.
(With optional PostScript®3)

It supports any combination of
Windows

®

95/98/Me, WindowsNT®4.0,
Windows®2000, Windows®XP and
Macintosh®OS 8.5.1 upwards. No more
cross-platform hassles.

Printer Administration Utility

This handy utility software allows network
administrators to check the printing status or
change the IP address directly from the print
server's monitor.

Stay Informed on Printer Status

The Printer Status Monitor keeps you informed
on the AR-M450's operating conditions.
Find out immediately the available paper type,
size and quantity and
know whether the
AR-M450 is ready for
your print job.

Other Functions

■

Binding Edge Function

■

Transparency Inserts

■

Overlay Function

■

Paper Source & Output Tray Selection

■

Toner Save Mode

■

Auto Power Shut-Off Mode

■

Key Operator Programme

■

Process Cartridge for easy maintenance

■

Toner Recycling System for reduced
running cost

■

Watermark

■

Fit to page

■

N-up (2/4/6/8)

NETWORK
SCAN OPTION

ENHANCE
PRODUCTIVITY WITH
POWERFUL SCANNING

With the optional Network Scanner
Expansion Kit and Print Server Card
installed, the AR-M450U/AR-M450N
clears up excess paper copies and
enhances workflow in the networked
office. A speedy one-pass scanner
converts your documents into digital
files. Network users can then access
those files using Sharpdesk™, a
software package which smoothly
handles all shared digital files.
Streamline your business workflow
and watch your document troubles
evaporate.

Scan to Desktop/E-Mail/FTP

To Desktop

With the optional Sharpdesk™ software
package, the AR-M450 sends scanned
documents directly to your PC without routing
through a server.

To E-Mail

Use the AR-M450 to send scanned
documents as e-mail attachments. Unlike fax
transmission, this time-saver lets you send a
document directly to the intended recipient
while maintaining the original image quality.

To FTP Server

The AR-M450 also enables scanned
documents to be stored on a file server.
This electronic filing system makes it easy for
all network users to share information without
resorting to excessive paper clutter.

Sharpdesk™

Sharpdesk™ takes knowledge sharing to a
higher level. With its simple drag-and-drop
operation it lets you handle over 200 different
file types, streamlining the process of
document creation. Bring seamless document
management to your networked office
with Sharpdesk™.

User-Friendly Operation

File Storage: The folder window for Sharpdesk™ displays

stored files in a neatly organised directory, clearly guiding
you to the document or image you want.

Thumbnail: Sharpdesk™ can display thumbnail icons for

over 200 types of file, including TIFF, JPEG and BMP,
giving you the convenience of browsing through your
documents without having to open them.

Powerful Search: Whether you use a single word, a

phrase, or a list of words as your search key, Sharpdesk™
helps you quickly find the file you need. Not only does it
retrieve regular text files, it also retrieves image files that
have been converted by OCR into editable text files.

Output: With simple drag-and-drop operation,

Sharpdesk™ enables printing of documents directly
from your desktop. It also allows documents to be sent
as e-mail attachments or converted to text files using
built-in OCR.

Sharpdesk™ Composer: Sharpdesk™ Composer

enables you to drag-and-drop files from different types
of applications and combine them into a single,
print-ready document. You can also change the page
order just as easily.

FAXING HAS
NEVER BEEN
EASIER

FOR THE ULTIMATE
DOCUMENT ALL­ROUNDER, TOP THE
AR-M450 OFF WITH
FAX FUNCTIONALITY.

Installing the optional Fax Expansion
Kit enhances efficiency in your office
by enabling high-speed Super G3 fax
transmission. The versatile AR-M450
also supports the ITU-T-F-Code
standard, and offers you a host of
convenient functions. Enjoy smooth
fax operation, thanks to such easy-to­use functions as duplex document
faxing and one-touch dialling.

DA TA
SECURITY KIT

THE COMMON
CRITERIA ACCREDITED
SHARP DATA SECURITY
KIT ENABLES SECURE
COPYING, PRINTING
AND SCANNING.

Digital copier/printers typically use
computer style hard disks to capture
the documents to be printed, scanned
or reproduced. The disks can retain
hundreds of pages of confidential
information from previous copy, print
and scan jobs. The Sharp Data
Security Kit overwrites the document
with random data rendering it
unrecoverable by commercial means.
This essential utility, recommended for
all who handle sensitive information, is
the World's first Common Criteria
validated copier/printer solution.

Highly sensitive information can now
be securely printed, scanned or
copied without the worry of residual
data being left on the multifunctional
device. The Common Criteria
accredited Sharp Data Security Kit,
will insure that no information remains
on the destination device after use.
Further security can be obtained by
using the secure document release
solution available from Sharp, which
will only allow the print to be
recovered when the user is present.

Data protection is always important
when dealing with customer or
sensitive records. The Sharp Data
Security Kit gives this protection by
removing any data that may remain
on the multifunctional device ensuring
data security.

Features

■

Overwrite of hard disk data after copy, scan
and print use.

■

Runs automatically without user intervention.

■

Common Criteria accredited to EAL2 level
ISO 15408.

AR-M450U/AR-M450N

Sharp Electronics (UK) Limited,
Sherbourne House, Croxley Business Park,
Watford, Hertfordshire WD18 8WT
Telephone: [phone]
Website: www.sharpinbusiness.co.uk

OPTIONS

AR-DU3 DUPLEX MODULE

Paper Size for Duplex Copy

Max. A3, Min. A5R

Tray Capacity (Exit Tray*8) 100 sheets*

6

AR-DU4 DUPLEX MODULE WITH BYPASS TRAY

Duplex Module Paper Size Max. A3, Min. A5R

Tray Capacity 100 sheets*

6

(Exit Tray)

Bypass Tray Paper Size Max. A3, Min. A5R

Paper Capacity 100 sheets*

6

AR-MS1 MAIL BIN STACKER

Number of Trays 8 (Top tray and 7 Mail bins)
Tray Capacity Top tray: 250 sheets*

6

Mail bins: 100 sheets each*

6

Paper Size

Top tray: Max. A3, Min. A5R and envelope*

10

Mail bins: Max. A3, Min. B5R

AR-FN6 FINISHER

Number of Trays 2

(Upper: Normal tray, Lower: Offset tray)

Tray Capacity Normal tray: 500 sheets*6,

Offset tray: 750 sheets*

6

Paper Size Normal tray: Max. A3, Min. A5R

Offset tray: Max. A4, Min. B5

Paper Size and Capacity for Stapling

A4, B5, up to 30 sheets (80 g/m2)

Staple Pattern 3 patterns (front, rear or both)

AR-FN7 SADDLE STITCH FINISHER

Number of Trays 2

(Upper: Offset tray, Lower: Saddle stitch tray)
Offset Tray Capacity Max. 1,000 sheets [A4 or smaller]
Saddle Stitch Tray Capacity Max. 100 sheets
Paper Size Max. A3, Min. A5R
Paper Size for Stapling A3 to B5
Stapling Capacity Max. 50 sheets [A4 or smaller]*

10

Staple Pattern 3 patterns (front, rear or both)

AR-PN1A/B/C/D PUNCH MODULE

Model AR-PN1A AR-PN1C AR-PN1D
Number of Holes 2 4 4

AR-MU1 MULTI-PURPOSE DRAWER (Requires optional cabinet)

Paper Size A3 to A5R and envelope*

9

Paper Capacity 500 sheets*6, 40 envelopes*

9

AR-D13N STAND WITH MULTI-PURPOSE
DRAWER AND 2000-SHEET DRAWER

Upper Drawer Paper Size A3 to A5R and envelope*

9

Paper Capacity 500 sheets*7, 40 envelopes*

9

Lower Drawer Paper Size A4

Paper Capacity 2,000 sheets

AR-D14N STAND WITH 3 PAPER DRAWERS

Upper Drawer Paper Size A3 to A5R and envelope*

9

Paper Capacity 500 sheets*6, 40 envelopes*

9

Middle/ Paper Size A3 to B5R
Lower Drawer Paper Capacity 500 sheets each

*1A4, Portrait.
*

2

At rated voltage, 20°C (68°F), 65% RH.

*

3

Dimensions and weight include scanner rack and stand.

*

4

Standard configuration AR-M450U allows printing via parallel port only.

*

5

PostScript®3 is available as an option on AR-M450U and AR-M450N.

*

6

A4, 80 g/m2.

*

7

Based on ITU-T test chart No.1 standard resolution. Data transmission time only,
not including protocol transmission time.

*

8

Optional AR-TE3.

*

9

COM-10, Monarch, DL, C5, ISO B5.

*

10

128 g/m2x 2 + 80 g/m2x 48.

• Design and specifications are current as of April 2003, but are subject to

change without prior notice.

• Some brand names and product names are trademarks and registered trademarks,

thus are the property of their respective owners.

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL

Originals Max. A3, Min. A5 (sheets, bound documents)
Paper Size A4, B5

Up to A3 with optional AR-D14N, AR-D13N or AR-MU1
Paper Capacity 500 sheets, expandable up to 3,100 sheets with options
Copy/Print Speed*

1

Max. 45 cpm/ppm
Memory 64 MB (upgradable to 320 MB), Hard disk (option)
Warm-Up Time*

2

Approx. 80 seconds
First Copy Time*

2

5.3 seconds (1st paper tray, Quick Scan mode, 600 x 300 dpi)
Power Requirements Rated local AC voltage ± 10%, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption Max. 1.44 kW (100 – 127 V), 1.85 kW (200 – 240 V)
Dimensions (W x D x H)*3826 x 685 x 1,116 mm
Weight*

3

Approx. 99 kg

COPIER

Continuous Copy Max. 999 copies
Resolution 600 dpi (copying)/300, 600 dpi (scanning)
Zoom Range 25 to 400% with 8 preset ratios (4 reduction + 4 enlargement)

PRINTER

Resolution 600 dpi, 1200 dpi equivalent with smoothing technology
Parallel Interface IEEE 1284 parallel port
Supported OS

(Printer Drivers)

Windows

®

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

Windows®XP, Macintosh®OS 8.5.1 upwards

PDL Emulation PCL®5e, PCL®6, PostScript®3*

5

Resident Fonts PCL: 45 outline fonts, PS: 136 outline fonts (option)

NETWORK PRINTER

(Optional AR-P14 and AR-NC5J required on AR-M450U, standard on AR-M450N)

Hardware Interface 100Base-TX, 10Base-T
Supported Platforms UNIX, W indows

®

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

Windows

®

XP, Novell NetWare 3.x/4.x (IntranetWare)/NetWare5,

Macintosh®OS 8.5.1 upwards

Network Protocols IPX/SPX for Novell environment, TCP/IP for Windows

®

and

UNIX environment, EtherTalk for Macintosh®environment

Printing Protocols

Novell Printserver Application with NCS and Bindery, Printer
resident LPD (includes reaction to LPQ request), TCP FTP for
downloading print files, EtherTalk Printing, IPP, NetBEUI for Windows

®

SCANNER

Type AR-EF2 (DSPF) Simultaneous duplex scanning system
Document Feeding Max. 50 sheets*

6

NETWORK SCANNER

(Optional AR-NS2 and AR-NC5J required on AR-M450U, optional AR-NS2 only required on AR-M450N)

Resolution 200, 300, 400, 600 dpi
Compatibility TWAIN compliant (push out method)
Sharpdesk™ Licenses 10-user licenses included

FAX (Optional AR-FX5 required)

Transmission Time Less than 3 seconds*

7

Compression Method MH/MR/MMR/JBIG
Modem Speed 33,600 bps to 2,400 bps with automatic fallback
Communication Formula Super G3, G3
Number of Supported Lines 1 for PSTN or PBX
Grayscale Levels 256 levels
Resolution Settings Normal/Small Letter/Fine/Ultra-Fine
Memory 2 MB, upgradable to 10 MB (option)

OPTIONS

■ AR-P14 Printer Expansion Kit

■ AR-NC5J Print Server Card

■ AR-PN1A/B/C/D Punch Module

■ AR-HD3 Hard Disk Drive

■ AR-PK1 PS3 Expansion Kit

■ AR-NS2 Network Scanner Expansion Kit

(includes 10 licenses for Sharpdesk)

■ AR-U11M Sharpdesk 1-License Kit

■ AR-U15M Sharpdesk 5-License Kit

■ AR-U1AM Sharpdesk 50-License Kit

■ AR-U1BM Sharpdesk 100-License Kit

■ AR-PF1 Bar Code Font Kit

■ AR-MM9 Fax Memory (8MB)

■ AR-FR4 Data Security Kit

■ AR-D14N

Stand with 3 Paper
Drawers (Power Supply
Unit pre-installed)

■ AR-MU1

1 x 500 sheet paper
drawer

■ AR-TE3

Exit Tray

■ AR-FN7

Saddle Stitch Finish

■ AR-DU3

Duplex Module

■ AR-DU4

Duplex Module with
Bypass Tray

■ Scanner Module with DSPF

■ AR-D13N

Stand with Multi-Purpose
Drawer and 2000-Sheet
Drawer (Power Supply Unit pre-installed)

■ AR-TE4

Upper Exit Tray Expansion

■ AR-FX5

Fax Expansion Kit

■ AR-MS1

Mail Bin
Stacker

■ AR-FN6

Finisher