Sharp AL-1644, AL-1633 operation manual Adjusting the Automatic Exposure Level

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Chapter 4

USER SETTINGS

This chapter explains how to set the automatic exposure level, toner save mode, and the user programs, which are custom settings that control fine points of the machine’s operation.

ADJUSTING THE AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE LEVEL

The exposure level used in automatic exposure adjustment, which automatically adjusts the copy exposure according to the original, can be adjusted. If copies tend to be too dark or too light when automatic exposure adjustment is used, follow the steps below to adjust the automatic exposure level.

The automatic exposure level can be adjusted separately for the document glass and the SPF.

Note	The copy, scanner and printer functions cannot be used while the automatic exposure level is being adjusted.

1 To adjust the automatic exposure level in the SPF, place the original in the SPF. (p.22)

Make sure that the SPF indicator is lit.

To adjust the automatic exposure level for Note copies made from originals placed on the

document glass, proceed to step 2.

4 Press the [Light] key ( ) or [Dark] key ( ) to lighten or darken the automatic exposure level as desired.

1 3 5

2 Press the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key

( AUTO / /) to select "PHOTO" ( ).

3 Hold down the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO]

key ( AUTO / / ) until the AUTO indicator ( AUTO ) blinks.

				The exposure level
AUTO	1	3	5	indicators show the
	1	3	5	current setting.
				current setting.

5 Press the [AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO] key

( AUTO //) to complete the setting.

The AUTO indicator ( AUTO ) stops blinking and lights steadily.

After adjusting the automatic exposure level,

Note	it is recommended that you make a test copy
	it is recommended that you make a test copy
	to check the new level.

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Contents AL-1633 AL-1644Page Contents Troubleshooting Misfeed in the SPF only on the SPF modelChanges, e.g., near an Important Points When Selecting AN Installation SiteDo not install your machine in areas that are Air conditioner orTrademark acknowledgements Software Setup Guide separate manual Using the ManualOnline Manual on the accessory CD-ROM Environmental InformationThis manual covers the following models Conventions Used in this ManualSPF Differences Between Models Model AL-1644 AL-1633 AppearanceMain Features Part Names and Functions Parallel port Fusing unit release leversFusing unit paper guide Open to remove misfed paper Document feeder trayOperation Panel SPF indicator only on the SPF model Original Size Enter key Enter / Original Size indicatorsPaper Size indicators Auto Image key Auto % / indicatorChecking Packed Components and Accessories UnpackingSET-UP Install the TD cartridgeFor installation of the TD cartridge, see the next Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stopsClose the front cover Installing the TD CartridgeTD cartridge replacement required indicator will go out Power OFF Power on and OFFPower on Power Save ModesPaper Paper tray type Paper type Size Weight CapacityLoading Paper Special papersLocks in place Loading PaperLoading the paper tray Fan the paperUnfold the bypass tray Important points when inserting paper in the bypass trayLoading the bypass tray Set the paper guides to the copy paper widthChanging a TRAY’S Paper Size Setting EnvelopesImportant points when using the printer mode Press the Start key and then press the Paper Size Enter keyOpen the document cover/SPF, and place the original Normal CopyingCopying from the document glass Set the number of copies Copying from the SPF only on the SPF modelSet the originals face up in the document feeder tray Auto paper select mode Two-tray model only Selecting the Tray Auto tray switching Two-tray model onlyMaking a Copy Darker or Lighter Original typesAutomatic Ratio Selection Setting the Number of CopiesREDUCTION/ENLAREGMENT/ZOOM Original position Selectable ratiosManual Ratio Selection Selecting a preset ratioFine adjustment of the ratio Press the Auto Image key Auto %XY Zoom copying Press the Copy ratio display keyDown the Copy ratio display key Place original B as shown below TWO-SIDED Copying Using the Bypass TrayCopy original a Dual page Copying Replace the previous originals and press the Start key Interrupting a Copy RUNPress the Interrupt key to interrupt the copy run Make sure that paper is loaded in the tray Using the Printer ModeBasic Procedure for Printing Click the Print button or the OK button to begin printingPausing a print job Using the Scanner ModeScanning Using the Keys on the Machine When Use close paper size is disabledPress a Scan Menu key to begin Scanning from Your ComputerScan Menu keys and the Button Manager scan menu ScanningPrinter During printing Operation in COPY, PRINTER, and Scanner ModesDuring copying Scanner During scan previewAdjusting the Automatic Exposure Level Photo indicator stops blinking and lights steadily Enabling Toner Save ModeWhen enabling toner Save mode, make sureCustomising Settings User ProgramsMinimum Explanation300dpi Short beepSelecting a Setting for a User Program Base settingsAuditing Mode Settings Settings for Auditing ModeAuditing Mode Factory default settingsSelecting Auditing Mode Settings For the setting codes, see Auditing Mode SETTINGS. p.41Account number change Auditing modeAccount number entry Account number deletionResetting account Copying when Auditing mode is enabledTroubleshooting MACHINE/COPYING Problems Pieces of paper inside machine Problem Cause and solution Misfeed occursPaper is not loaded properly Paper misfeed Too much paper is loaded in the trayPower Save indicator is only lit Lit Any other indicators are litPower Save indicator is Original smudged or blotchyPrinting and Scanning Problems Runs off the paper UnevenPrinted image is dirty Original is smudged or blotchy You have not specified a suitable resolutionBrightness and contrast settings are not suitable Poor scanning qualityClick Add or Remove Programs Removing the softwareClick the start button, and then click Control Panel If you need to remove the software, follow these stepsIndicators and Display Messages AL-1644 AL-1633 Misfeed RemovalRemove the misfed original Misfeed indicator will go out Misfeed in the Bypass TrayMisfeed in the Machine Misfeed in the paper feed areaMisfed paper during Misfeed in the fusing areaAllow easier removal Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal Misfeed in the transport areaClose the side cover Push the upper paper tray in completely Misfeed in the Upper Paper TrayClose the upper paper tray Close the lower side cover Open the lower side coverClose the lower paper tray Remove the misfed paper Grasp the handle to open the lower side coverReplacing the TD Cartridge Replacing the Drum Cartridge Drum cartridge replacement required Indicator will go out Total output count Checking the Total Output CountChecking the Total Output Count Total copy countPress the Light key to return to the normal display Checking the Toner Level and Drum Cartridge LifeToner Level Hold down the Clear key for more than 5 secondsCleaning the Bypass Tray Paper Feed Roller Routine MaintenanceCleaning the Document Glass and SPF/ Document Cover Cleaning the Transfer Charger Proper Storage Storage of SuppliesSupply Part Numbers Supply listMoving Instructions Accessories p.12When moving this machine, follow the procedure below Specifications SPF only on the SPF model Specifications Printer FunctionScanner Function Software License Page Symbols IndexPrinting and scanning problems TD cartridge replacement requiredTray Select key 11, 19, 21, 23 Troubleshooting Normal copyingIndicators, lit and blinking Machine settingsProblem occurs Memo Memo Class Laser Product Laser Klasse Page 2004E