Sharp AR-M455U, AR-M355U User Manual

Quick Reference Guide: AR-M355U/M455U

Description: Features & Options

Why the AR-M355U/M455U …

Targeted for busy mid-volume environments, the AR-M335U/M445U Digital Multifunctional IMAGERs offer powerful Multitasking, Advanced Application Integration and Leading Edge Security. The base model is comprised of a newly engineered 300 MHz Multi-tasking Controller and offer the same technology used in the AR-M550U/M620U/M700U. The advanced features include Dual Head Scanning (Scan Build, Card Shot Copy and Cover Pages. Combine all of this with on-line paper capacity of up to 3100 sheets and enhanced paper handling capability that includes a wide variety of media types up to 97 lb. Index stock.

Each of the host machines is available in three different configurations:

Package A, AR-M355UA / AR-M455UA Package B, AR-M355UB / AR-M455UB Package C, AR-M355UC / AR-M455UC

Base U Model IMAGERs include a 35/45 PPM engine, 300 MHz multitasking controller with128 MB memory, and are easily upgraded to support PCL6 Network Printing System, network scanning, Document Filing and Super G3 Fax.

Technology), Page Stamping, Job

Scan2 Technology

The new technology enables users to scan both sides of a 2-sided document in one pass, autoduplex documents on paper stocks up to 97 lbs Index, and offer an array of convenience features.

The AR-M355U/M455U Digital

Multifunctional IMAGER

Features

9 35/45 ppm print speed 9 True multi-tasking engine controller 9 50-sheet Duplex Single Pass Feeder 9 Document filing system 9 Permanent Font and Form storage 9 Auto Duplexing on stocks up to 97 lb. index 9 New Card Shot feature (copies both sides of an ID card

onto a single sheet of paper)

9 Carbon Copy Print mode 9 IP/MAC Address Filtering (secure NIC card) 9 LDAP support with optional Network Scanner Expansion

Kit

9 Standard IEEE 1284 and USB 2.0 ports, RJ-45, 10/100

BaseT

Requires PCL6 Network Printing Expansion Kit

Performance, Flexibility, Productivity, and Security

Powerful Network Connectivity*

 300 MHz PCL6 Printing System  40 GB Hard Drive  Network Tandem Printing

Flexible Network Scanning*

 Ability to end to 6 different destinations

allows for a truly digital workflow

¾Send to Desktop ¾Sent to E-mail ¾Send to FTP ¾Send to Print ¾Send to URL ¾Send to FAX ¾Send to I-FAX

Professional Finishing*

Two-Tray Finisher Saddle-Stitch Finisher Mail Bin Stacker

Scalable Security Offerings*

Confidential Print Feature User Authentication (E-mail) IP/MAC Address Filtering Data Security Kit (128 bit

encryption)

* Optional

Toolbox Basics

Mechanical

• Screwdriver, Phillips #2

• Screwdriver, Flat #1

• Wrench, 1.5mm Hex head

• Feeler gauges

Electrical

• Voltmeter

• ESD wrist or ankle strap

• Approved surge suppressor

• 30x lighted viewing device

Miscellaneous

• Clean, soft, lint-free cloths

• Alcohol

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Pre-Setup: Tools, Documentation, & Admonitions

Special Tools & Service Documentation

Description Part Number

AR-M355U/AR-M455U, Service Manual & Circuit Diagram,

and Parts Guide

*AR-DU3/DU4, Duplex Unit and Parts Guide

*AR-TE4, Upper Exit Tray (Right Side) *AR-TE5, Exit Tray/Cabinet

*AR-D28, D27, MU2, Paper Feed Unit (Optional Power

Supply Unit)

*AR-FN6, Finisher SM-ARFN6

*AR-FN7, Saddle Stitch Finisher, *AR-PN1, Punch

and Parts Guide

*AR-MS1, Mail-bin Stacker And Parts Guide

Laser Admonition

For your protection, do not remove protective covers or bypass safety interlocks.

SM-ARC355U/ARM455U Code: 00ZARM455UA1E

PG-ARM355U

Code: 00ZARM351UP1/

SM-ARDU3/DU4/TE3

Code: 00ZARDU3//A1E

PG-ARDU3,DU4

Code: 00ZARDU4/P2

N/A

SM-ARD28_A1E

Code: 00ZARD28//A1E

Code: 00ZARFN6//P1/

SM-ARFN7, ARPN1

Code: 00ZARFN7//A1E

PG-AARFN7, ARPN1

Code: 00ZARFN7//P2/

SM-ARMS1

Code: 00ZARMS1//A1E

PG-ARMS1

Code: 00ZARMS1//P2/

Material Safety Data Sheets

(MSDSs)*

Product Code Description MSDS

AR-455MT Toner cartridge

(Black)

AR-455MD Developer (Black) F-31331

AR-455DR Drum n/a

* Download MSDSs at http://www.sharp-service.com

No.

F-01331

Electrical/Electronic Component

Admonitions

WARNING: Electrical hazard.

Employ proper precautions when working with high-voltage electrical equipment.

CAUTION: Improper handling of electronic components can damage

the equipment.

Properly ground and wear an electro-static device (ESD) on your

wrist or ankle when working with electronic modules. Similarly, use

anti-static bags to protect electronic components during storage or

shipping.

System configuration

Basic system

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Basic System Configuration

AR-M355U/AR-M455U

Host Machine

(Package A, B, or C)

Necessary options:

 Any one of the stand/MPD & 2000

sheet paper drawer (AR-D28), the stand/3x 500 sheet paper drawer (ARD27), or the multi-purpose drawer (AR-MU)*.

 Any one of the upper exit tray

extensions ( AR-TE3,AR-TE4, or ARTE5); the finisher (AR-FN6); the mailbin stacker (AR-MS1).

 AR-EF3  AR-RK2

Configurations

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Available Configurations

Package A

Package B

Base Machine

AR-EF3 Scanner AR-EF3 Scanner AR-EF3 Scanner

AR-RK2 Scanner Rack

2500-Sheet Paper Desk 1500-Sheet Paper Desk

Base Machine

AR-RK2 Scanner Rack AR-RK2 Scanner Rack

Package C

Base Machine

500 Sheet Multi-Purpose Drawer

+ +

AR-45ABD Cabinet

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Adjustment and Simulation

Adjustment Checklist

Simulation

Entering the Simulation Mode

1. Copy mode key ON → Program key ON → Asterisk (*) key ON → CLEAR key ON →Asterisk key ON → Ready for input of a main code of simulation

2. Entering a main code with the 10-key → START key ON

3. Entering a sub-code with the 10-key → START key ON

4. Select an item with the scroll key and the item key.

5. The machine enters the mode corresponding to the selected item.

a) Press START key or EXECUTE key to start

the simulation operation.

b) To cancel the current simulation mode or to

change the main code or the sub code, press the user setup key.

*Canceling the simulation mode to return to the

normal mode:

6. Press CA key.

Simulation List

Please refer to the Simulation List (pages 1 through 11) that follows.

Note: For detailed instructions, refer to Section 8

of the AR-M355N/M455N Service Manual.

Simulation List (Main/Sub)

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Simulation List (Pg. 1 of 11)

Code

Main Sub

1 1 Used to check the operations of the scanner (read) unit and its control circuit.

2 Used to check the operation of sensor and detector in the scanning (read) section and the related circuit.

2 1 Used to check the operations of the automatic document feeder unit and the control circuit.

2 Used to check the operations of the sensors and detectors in the automatic document feeder unit and the related circuits.

3 Used to check the operations of the loads in the automatic document feeder unit and the control circuits.

3 2 Used to check the operation of sensor and detector in the finisher and the related circuit.

3 Used to check the operation of the load in the finisher and the control circuit.

6 Used to adjust the stacking capacity of the finisher. (Used to adjust the alignment plate [jogger] stop position in the finisher

10 Console finisher (AR-FN7) adjustment.

20 Used to check the mail bin stacker sensor.

21 Used to check the operations of the mail bin stacker loads.

4 2 Used to check the operations of the sensors and detectors in the paper feed section (desk paper feed/large capacity tray) and

3 Used to check the operations of the loads in the paper feed section (desk paper feed/large capacity tray) and the related circuit.

5 1 Used to check the operation of the display, LCD in the operation panel and control circuit.

2 Used to check the operation of the heater lamp and the control circuit.

6 1 Used to check the operation of the paper transport system loads and the control circuit.

2 Used to check the operations of each fan motor and its control circuit.

7 1 Used to set the operating conditions of aging.

6 Used to set the intermittent aging cycle.

8 Used to set the warm-up time display YES/NO.

paper width direction. The adjustment is made by changing the alignment plate home position in the paper width direction by software.)

the related circuit.

Function (Purpose)

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Simulation List (Main/Sub)

8 1 Used to check and adjust the operations of the developing voltage of each color and the control circuit.

2 Used to check and adjust the operation of the main charger grid voltage in each printer mode and the control circuit.

6 Used to check and adjust the operation of the transfer voltage and the control circuit.

17 Used to check and adjust the operation of the transfer voltage and the related circuit. (Transfer belt cleaning mode.)

9 1 Used to check and adjust the operation of the load (clutch/solenoid) in the duplex section and the control circuit.

2 Used to check the operations of the sensors and detectors in the duplex section and its control circuit.

10 1 Used to check the operations of the toner motor and the related circuit.

13 0 Used to cancel the self-diag “U!” trouble. (Only when FAX is installed.)

14 0 Used to cancel excluding the self-diag U1/LCC/U2/PF troubles.

15 0 Used to cancel the self-diag “U6-01, 02, 03, F3-12, 22” (large capacity paper feed tray, paper feed trays 1, 2) troubles.

16 0 Used to cancel the self-diag U2 troubles.

17 0 Used to cancel the PF troubles (when the copy inhibit command from the host computer is received).

21 1 Used to set the maintenance cycle.

22 1 Used to check the print count value in each section an each operation mode. (Used to check the maintenance timing.)

2 Used to check the total numbers of misfeed and troubles. (When the number of misfeed is considerably great, it is judged as

3 Used to check misfeed positions and the misfeed count of each position. (if the misfeed count is considerably great, it may be

4 Used to check the trouble (self-diag) history.

5 Used to check the ROM version of each unit (section).

6 Used to output the list of the setting and adjustment data (simulations, FAX soft switch, counters).

7 Used to display the key operator code. (This simulation is used when the customer forgets the key operator code.)

8 Used to check the number of use of the finisher, the SPF, and the scan (reading) unit.

9 Used to check the number of use (print quantity) of each paper feed section.

10 Used to check the system configuration (options, internal hardware).

necessary for repair. The misfeed rate is obtained by dividing this count value with the total counter value.)

judged as necessary to repair.)

Simulation List (Pg. 2 of 11)

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Simulation List (Main/Sub) (cont’d)

22 11 Used to check the use frequency (send/receive) of FAX. (Only when FAX is installed.)

12 Used to check the SPF misfeed positions and the number of misfeed at each position. (When the number of misfeed is

13 Used to check the operating time of the process section (OPC drum, DV unit, toner bottle).

19 Used to check the values of the counters related to the scan mode and the internet FAX mode.

23 2 Used to check the trouble history of paper jam and misfeed. (If the number of misfeed and troubles is considerably great, it may

80 Used o check the operations of the sensors and detectors in the paper feed and transport sections.

considerably great, it can be used as necessary for repair.)

be judged as necessary to repair.)

Simulation List (Pg. 3 of 11)

24 1` Used to clear the misfeed counter, the misfeed history, the trouble counter and the trouble history. The counters are cleared

2 Used to clear the number of use (the number of prints) of each paper feed section.

3 Used to clear the number of use of the finisher, SPF, and the scan (reading) unit.

4 Used to reset the maintenance counter.

5 Used to reset the developer counter. (The developer counter of the DV unit which is installed is reset.)

6 Used to reset the copy counter.

7 Used to clear the OPC drum counter. (Perform this simulation when the OPC drum is replaced.)

9 Used clear the printer mode print counter and the self print mode print counter.

10 Used to clear the FAX counter. (Only when FAX is installed.)

11 Used to reset the OPC drum rotation time, and the DV unit rotation time counter. ; The developer counter in the DV unit installed

15 Used to clear the counters related to the scan mode and the internet FAX mode.

25 1 Used to check the operations of the developing section (toner concentration, humidity and toner concentration sensor, humidity

2 Used to make the initial setting of toner concentration when replacing developer.

after completion of maintenance.)

Is reset.

sensor, temperature sensor output can be monitored.)

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Simulation List (Main/Sub) (cont’d)

26 3 Used to set the specifications of the auditor. Setting must be made according to the auditor use conditions.

5 Used to set the count mode of the total counter and the maintenance counter.

6 Used to set the specifications (paper, document detection, etc.) of the destination.

10 Used to set the network scanner trial mode.

18 Used to set YES/NO of toner save operation. (This function is valid only in Japan and UK versions.) [Depends on the

30 Used to set the operation mode conforming to the CE mark (Europe safety standards). (Conforming to soft start when driving

35 Used to set whether the same continuous troubles are displayed as one trouble or the series of troubles with SIM 22-4 when the

38 Used to set CONTINUE/STOP of printing when maintenance timing is over and the count value reaches 110% of replacement

41 Used to set the automatic magnification ratio selection (AMS) in the pamphlet mode.

50 Black-White reverse YES/NO setting.

52 Used to set whether non-print paper (insertion paper, cover paper) (blank image print paper) is counted up or not.

68 Used to set ENABLE/DISABLE of the CA key cancel function of print stop.

27 1 Used to set the specifications for operations in case of communication trouble between the host computer and MODEM

5 Used to enter the machine tag No. (This function allows to check the tag No. of the machine with the host computer.)

30 1 Used to check the operation of sensors and detectors in other than the paper feed section and the operations of the related

2 Used to check the operation of sensors and detectors in the paper feed section and the related circuits.

destination setting of SIM26-6.] For the other destinations, the same setting can be made by the user program P22.)

the fusing heater lamp.)

same troubles occur continuously.

timing (life).

(machine side). (When communication trouble occurs between the host computer MODEM and the machine, the self diag display (U7-00) is printed and setting for inhibition of print or not is made.)

circuits.

Simulation List (Pg. 4 of 11)

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Simulation List (Main/Sub) (cont’d)

40 11 Used to check the multi-purpose tray width detection adjustment value.

12 Used to check the multi-purpose tray width detection adjustment value.

41 1 Used to check the operation of the document size sensor and the related circuit. (The operation of the document size sensor

2 Used to adjust the document size sensor sensing level.

3 Used to check the operation of the document size sensor and the related circuit. (The document size sensor output level can be

43 1 Used to set the fusing temperature in each operation mode.

44 1 Used to set enable/disable of correction operations in the image forming (process) section.

9 Used to check the data related to the image forming section correction (process correction) result (corrected main charger grid

14 Used to check the output level of the temperature sensor and the humidity sensor.

16 Used to check the toner concentration control data.

can be monitored with the LCD display.)

monitored with the LCD display.)

voltage, the developing bias voltage, and the laser power voltage in each print mode). (This simulation allows to check that correction is performed normally or not.)

Simulation List (Pg. 5 of 11)

46 2 Used to adjust the copy density in all the copy modes (Auto, Text, Text/Photo, and Photo mode.

9 Used to adjust the print density for each density level (display value) in the copy mode (binary-Text mode). An optional print

10 Used to adjust the print density for each density level (display value) in the copy mode (binary-Photo m ode). An optional print

density can be set for each density level (display value).

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