Contents
FO-DC550
For Your Records
Checks Passports Drivers licenses
Contents
Specifications Software License Material Safety Data Sheet
User Programs Selecting a Setting for a User Program
Index
Do not install your machine in areas that are
Important points when selecting an installation site
10cm 20cm
Trademark acknowledgements
Supply and Consumables
Environmental Information
Safety precautions
USB 2.0 compatible
Introduction
Using the manual
Online Manual on the accessory CD-ROM
Conventions used in this manual and online manual
Main Features
Network connection option
Fax function Laser printer function
Color scanner function
Environment and people friendly design
Preparations
Part Names
Operation panel
Press to select an enlargement or reduction ratio
Copy Ratio key
Clear ALL key
Turn the power switch to the on position
Power on and OFF
Power on
Language setting
Preheat mode
Power off
Power save modes
Auto power shut-off mode
Loading Paper
Paper type Size Weight Capacity
Paper
Special papers
Follow these guidelines when using special papers
Loading the Paper Tray
Or curled edges
Changing a Trays Paper Size Setting p.19
Paper size, change the paper size setting as explained
Gently push the paper tray back into the machine
Bypass Feed including special paper
Important points when inserting paper in the bypass tray
Envelopes
Open the bypass tray and extend the tray
Loading paper in the bypass tray
Press the Tray Select key to select the bypass tray
Select the tray, and then press
Changing a Trays Paper Size Setting
Follow these steps to change a trays paper size setting
Press the Menu key
Normal Copying
Using the document glass
Making Copies
Copying books or originals with folds or creases
Document feeder tray
Using the Rspf
Default output mode will be non-sort mode. p.65
Placed at once
Capacity of paper output tray
Stream feeding mode
Originals that cannot be used in the Rspf
Paper output tray extension
Press the Tray Select key
Setting the number of copies
Selecting the Tray
Press the numeric keys to set the number of copies
Making a Copy Darker or Lighter
Use the key or the key for fine adjustment
Selecting a preset ratio
Fine adjustment of the ratio
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM
Automatic TWO-SIDED Copying
Convenient Copy Functions
Rspf
Number of copies setting is also cleared
Clear key . When the Clear key is pressed,
If you need to clear the data scanned into memory, press
Press the Enter key
Place the originals in the RSPF. p.21
Press the Enter key
Copies of multiple original pages can be sorted into sets
Sort Copy
Sort appears and then press
Sort copy
If the memory becomes full
Place the originals. p.21
Offset function during sort copy
Copying Multiple Originals Onto a Single Sheet of Paper
1 copy
Setting is also cleared
Place the originals. p.21 Press the E-SORT/SP.FUN key until
2IN1 appears and then press
Place the originals Press the E-SORT/SP.FUN key until
Creating Margins When Copying
Margin shift
Rspf AB
To cancel margin shift mode, press the Clear ALL key
MFP driver
SET UP the Software
Software for FO-DC550
Sharpdesk
Hardware and software requirements
Before Installation
Installation environment and usable software
MFP Driver Button Cable Operating system
Double-click the setup icon
Installing the Software
Standard Installation USB only
Then install it using the new connection method
SET UP the Software
When the Finish screen appears, click the Close button
Install the USB 2.0 Composite Device
This completes the installation of the software
Windows XP USB/Parallel
Welcome window will appear. Click the Next button
SET UP the Software
Connect the USB/parallel cable p.55
Windows 98/Me/2000 USB
SET UP the Software
Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000 Parallel
Select LPT1 for the printer port
Perform steps 2 through 7 in Custom Installation p.40 p.41
Using the machine as a shared printer
Is connected to the same network
Click the MFP Driver button
That is shared and whether the machine is to be used as
That you are using and click the Next button
Printer port selection window, verify the network printer
You will return to the window of . Click the Close button
Setting UP Button Manager
Windows XP
SET UP the Software
Select Sharp FO-DC550 and click the Properties button
Windows 98/Me/2000
Click view all Control Panel options
Select Sharp Button Manager F in Send to this application
Connecting the Machine to Your Computer
Connecting a USB cable
Connecting a parallel cable
Following system is required to use USB 2.0 Hi-Speed mode
System requirements for USB 2.0 Hi-Speed mode
User programs p.66
Canceling a print job
Using the Printer Mode
Basic Procedure for Printing
Make sure that paper is loaded in the tray
Scanning Using the Keys on the Machine
Using the Scanner Mode
Scanning from the operation panel of the machine
Button Manager scan menu
Scanning from Your Computer
Operation in COPY, PRINTER, and Scanner Modes
Modes Copying Printing Scanning
Follow the on-screen instructions to install Acrobat Reader
HOW to USE the Online Manual
Installing Acrobat Reader
Click to read the online manual
Copy mode
User Settings
User Programs
MIN
Pattern
HI-SPEED
OFF
300dpi
50%
American
Normal
LOW
English
Print mode
FULL-SPEED
Appears. Adjust the exposure and press the Enter key
Selecting a Setting for a User Program
Press the Menu key and then press the Enter key
Invalid key beep
Base settings
Key entry beep One beep Base setting beep
AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO Auto
Indication Cause and remedy Lamp indicator Display
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Display Messages
Drum
Install a TD
Replace
TD Cartridge
Copies are too dark or
Troubleshooting the Machine
Select the correct original type for Original
Too light
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Paper is not loaded properly
Problem Cause and solution Misfeed occur
Paper is outside of the specified Size and weight range
Paper misfeed
Then set the paper size
Memory FULL, Press Start to
Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click System
Problems During Setup of the Software
MFP driver cannot be installed Windows 2000/XP
Click the start button and then click Control Panel
Click the icon beside Universal Serial Bus controllers
Plug and play screen does not appear USB only
Device Manager tab
Click Icon beside Other Devices
Click System, click the Hardware tab, and click the Device
Manager button
Click the Ports tab
Click Add or Remove Programs
Setting of the other printer back to LPT1
Removing the software
If you need to remove the software, follow these steps
Misfeed Removal
Misfeed in the paper feed area p.80
Misfeed in the fusing area
Misfeed in the paper feed area
Misfeed in the transport area
Misfeed in the Rspf
Document feeder cover
Scan Head Locking Switch
LockUnlock
TD Cartridge Replacement
While pushing the lock release button
Gently pull the TD cartridge
Out while pressing the lock Release button
Gently insert the TD cartridge until it Locks into place
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
External light
Drum Cartridge Replacement
Doing so may cause smudges on the copies
Checking the Total Count
Press the key or key to display the count of each function
Cabinet
Cleaning the Machine
Wipe the cabinet with a soft, clean cloth
Document glass and the back side of the Rspf
Transfer charger
Supply list
About Supplies
TD cartridge and drum cartridge
Supply Part number Usable life
Network Expansion KIT AR-NB2 N
System Configuration
Optional Equipment
Sheet Paper Feed Unit AR-D16
USB interface cable
Using the AR-D16 with the printer function
Interface cable
Parallel interface cable
Specifications
Appendix
Power supply
Fusing system
Resolution
Power consumption
Emulation
Printer Function
Print speed
Interface
Scanner Function
Paper size
Paper weight
Sheet paper feed unit AR-D16
Paper capacity
Software License
Limited Warranty on Media
100
Product and Company Identification
101
Composition / Information on Ingredients
102
Physical and Chemical Properties
103
Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Stability and Reactivity
104
105
106
107
Date Rivised Mar Date Issued Sep Msds No. F-31231
108
Index
Symbols
109
110
111
112
Battery Disposal
FO-DC550
2004E KS1 TINSE1323QSZZ