Sharp AL2021, AL2041 Problem Cause and solution, Printing is slow Programs, Uneven, Weight range

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Problem

Cause and solution

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Simultaneous use of two or more application software

 

 

Printing is slow.

programs.

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→ Start printing after quitting all unused application

 

 

 

 

 

software programs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The paper is loaded so that printing takes place on the

 

 

The printed image

rear side of the paper.

 

 

is light and

→ Some paper types have a front and rear side. If the

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uneven.

paper is loaded so that printing takes place on the rear

 

 

side, toner will not adhere well to the paper and a good

 

 

 

 

 

 

image will not be obtained.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You are using paper that is outside the specified size

 

 

 

and weight range.

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→ Use copy paper within the specified range.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paper curled or damp.

 

 

 

→ Do not use curled or crimped paper. Replace with dry

 

 

 

copy paper. During periods when the machine is not

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used for a long time, remove the paper from the tray

 

The printed image

 

 

and store it in a dark place in a bag to prevent moisture

 

 

is dirty.

absorption.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You did not set sufficient margins in the paper settings

 

 

 

of your application.

 

 

 

→ The top and bottom of the paper may be dirty if the

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margins are set outside of the specified print quality

 

 

area.

 

 

 

→ Set the margins in the software application within the

 

 

 

specified print quality area.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The paper loaded in the tray is not the same size as

 

 

 

that specified in the printer driver.

 

 

 

→ Check if the "Paper Size" options suit the size of the

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paper loaded in the tray.

 

 

→ If the "Fit To Paper Size" setting is activated, make sure

 

 

 

that the paper size selected from the drop-down list is

 

 

 

the same as the size of the loaded paper.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The orientation of document setting is not correct.

 

 

The printed image

→ Click the "Main" tab in the printer driver setup screen,

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is skewed or it

and verify if the "Image Orientation" option is set to

 

 

your requirements.

 

 

runs off the paper.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paper is not loaded properly.

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→ Make sure the paper is properly loaded.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You did not correctly specify the margins for the

 

 

 

application in use.

 

 

 

→ Check the layout of the document margins and the

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paper size settings for the application you are using.

 

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Also check if the print settings are specified correctly to

 

 

suit the paper size.

 

 

 

 

The printed image

The setting for the print density is not appropriate.

 

→ You can adjust the print density on the printer driver.

 

 

is darker or lighter

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Click the "Advanced" tab in the printer driver setup

 

than expected.

screen, and click the "Compatibility" button. Select the

 

 

 

"Print Density Level" from 1 (light) to 5 (dark).

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents AL-2021 AL-2041 Contents Conventions Used in this Manual IntroductionOriginal cover AL-2021 Drum cartridge TD cartridge Part NamesSPF AL-2041 Interface Operation Panel Start indicator Indicators on the Operation PanelPower save indicator Scan indicatorAbout the scan head Power onInitial settings of operation panel Power off methodsPaper Type of paper Type of media Size Weight FeedingLoading the Paper Tray Gently push the paper tray back into the unit Open the multi-bypass tray and extend the tray Multi-bypass trayPaper must be fed narrow side into the feed slot Press the tray select key to select the multi-bypass traySoftware Installing the SoftwareMFP driver SharpdeskHardware and Software Requirements Double-click the Setup icon Installing the SoftwareComputer and click the Next button Click the MFP Driver buttonSelect Connected to this Connect the machine to your computer with a USB cable When installing is finished, click the Close buttonThis completes the installation of the software Select Connected via the network and click the Next button Using the machine as a shared printerClick the Next button Select the printer name configured as a shared printerYou will return to the window of . Click the Close button Open the printer properties window Configuring the Printer DriverClick the OK button Setting UP Button ManagerClick the Sharp AL-xxxx icon and select Properties Page Copy Flow Copier FunctionsAbout interrupt copying Original PlacementDocument feeder tray Setting a large original AL-2021Using the SPF AL-2041 SET the Copy Quantity Exposure ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO CopyingExposure adjustment Automatic exposure adjustment REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM To select a preset copy ratioSelecting the Tray Press the tray select keyTWO Sided Copying AL-2041 only Using the SPF AL-2041 When copying in a one-sided to two-sided modeUsing the document glass Press the start key Sort Copy Press the Two-sided copy/Sort key to select the sort mode Using the SPF AL-2041 Place the originals. p.27If the memory becomes full Press the ID Card key ID Card CopyBasic Printing Printer FunctionsClick the Print button Pausing a print jobMake sure that Sharp AL-xxxx is selected as the printer Click the Sharp AL-xxxx printer driver icon Opening the printer driver from the Start buttonSelect Properties from the Organize menu Click the Printing Preferences button in the General tabPrinter Driver Setting Screen Printing multiple pages on one page N-Up Printing Setting Advanced Print FunctionsPrint results Left To Right Right To LeftSelect the order of the pages Fitting the printed image to the paper Fit To Paper SizeCheck the Rotate 180 degrees box Click the Main tab in the printer driver setup screenRotating the print image 180 degrees Rotate 180 degrees Select the zoom ratio Enlarging/reducing the print image ZoomBox Click the Advanced tab in the printer driver setup screenCheck the Text To Black box and/or the Vector To Black Page Adding a watermark to printed pages Watermark Printing result Two-sided printing AL-2041 onlySaving settings at the time of printing User Settings Saving Frequently Used Print SettingsClick the OK button Using saved settings Deleting saved settingsOutline of the Print Status Window Printer Driver Features Application Place the original in the scanning position Scanner FunctionsScanning Overview Application Application launched Number Scanning Using the Keys on the MachinePress the start Key Button Manager scan menu factory default Button Manager settingsOutline of Button Manager Scan Setup area Set the scan conditionsSelect Sharp MFP Twain Y, and click the Select button Scanning from Your ComputerScanning from a TWAIN-compliant application Placed the original in Step Scanning Source menu, select the location where youClick the Preview button Specify the scanning area and set the scan preferencesScanner driver settings Image Size button Preview screenRotate button Click the Scan button Scanning from a WIA-compliant application Windows XP/Vista/7Scanning from the Scanner and Camera Wizard Windows XP Screen will appear. Select the next task When scanning ends, the followingThat you wish to perform, and then click Next buttonDescription of Special Functions Special FunctionsToner Save Mode User Programs Setting the user programsDisplaying Total Number of Copies Press the light key to return to the normal copy modePress the light Key to return to the normal display Checking the Toner LevelTD Cartridge Replacement MaintenanceGently pull the TD cartridge out While pressing the lock release ButtonDrum cartridge handle Drum Cartridge ReplacementGently pull the cartridge out. Dispose Document glass and the rear side of the original cover/SPF Cleaning the UnitCabinet Transfer charger Moving instructions Moving and Storing the UnitProper storage Store the supplies in a location that isProblem Possible cause Solution Troubleshooting the UnitMACHINE/COPYING Problems Problem Possible cause Solution Printing and Scanning Problems Weight range Problem Cause and solutionPrinting is slow Programs Printed image Rear side of the paper Is lightCover/SPF is dirty You have not specified a suitable resolutionOriginal smudged or blotchy Poor scanningScanner transfer For the USB 2.0 interface Hi-Speed mode Machines power cord. Next, start your computerUnable to scan Speed is slowProblems During Setup of the Software Removing the software MFP driver cannot be installed Windows 2000/XPIndication Cause and remedy Status IndicatorsMisfeed Removal Misfeed in the paper feed area Lower the fusing unit release Misfeed in the fusing areaFusing unit release lever LeverMisfeed in the transport area Lower the fusing unit release leverOpen the front cover Rotate the roller rotating Knob in the directionMisfeed in the SPF AL-2041 Press the copy ratio display % key Other Countries outside the EU Sharp Electronics Europe GmbH EN1X
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