Sharp AR-M160 Printing and Scanning Problems, Printed image is light, Printed image is dirty

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TROUBLESHOOTING

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRINTING AND SCANNING PROBLEMS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problem

Cause and solution

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Is the machine set to ONLINE mode?

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Press the [ON LINE] key to turn on the ON LINE indicator.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The machine does not print.

Correct printer cable properly connected between the

 

 

 

(DATA indicator does not blink.)

machine and your computer?

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Check both ends of the printer cable and make sure you have a

 

 

 

solid connection. Try a known good cable. For information on

 

 

 

 

cables, see "SPECIFICATIONS".

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The machine does not print.

Copy job being performed?

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(DATA indicator was blinking.)

Wait until the copy job is complete.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Simultaneous use of two or more application software

 

 

 

 

programs?

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Start printing after quitting all unused application software

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

programs.

 

 

 

Printing is slow.

 

 

 

 

Is the machine connected to a USB 1.1 port (when the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dual function board is installed)?

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If the printer driver for the Dual function board is installed, the

 

 

 

machine must be connected to a USB 2.0 port to attain full

 

 

 

 

printing speed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Is the paper loaded so that printing takes place on the

 

 

 

 

front side of the paper?

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Some paper types have a front and back side. If the paper is

 

 

The printed image is light and

loaded so that printing takes place on the back side, toner will not

 

 

 

adhere well to the paper and a good image will not be obtained.

 

 

 

uneven.

 

 

 

 

Does the paper size setting in the printer driver match the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

size of the loaded paper?

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Click the Paper tab in the printer driver and make sure the paper

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

size setting is the same as the paper loaded in the machine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are you using paper that is outside the specified size and

 

 

 

 

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weight range?

 

 

 

 

 

Use copy paper within the specified range.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Paper damp?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Replace with dry copy paper. During periods when the machine is

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not used for a long time, remove the paper from the tray and store

 

 

The printed image is dirty.

 

 

 

it in a dark place in a bag to prevent moisture absorption.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Did you set sufficient margins in the paper settings of

 

 

 

 

your application?

 

 

 

 

The top and bottom of the paper may be dirty if the margins are

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set outside of the specified print quality area.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Set the margins in the software application within the specified

 

 

 

 

print quality area.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents AR-M205 AR-M160For Your Records Contents User Settings Do not install your machine in areas that are Important Points When Selecting AN Installation SiteChanges, e.g., near an Air conditioner orTrademark acknowledgements Safety precautionsDo not touch the photoconductive drum green portion Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty copiesOnline Manual on the accessory CD-ROM Using the ManualEnvironmental Information Meaning of R in Original and Paper Size IndicationsSPF and Rspf Standard Features Conventions Used in this ManualInch series and AB series metric references Main Features Exterior Part Names and FunctionsInterior Operation Panel 26 SPR/RSPF indicator when the SPF/RSPF is installed Zoom indicatorAuto Image key/indicator Paper feed location/misfeed location indicatorsPower on Power on and OFFPower OFF Power Save ModesLoading Paper Type of paper Type of media Size Weight Capacity FeedingPaper Special papersLoading Paper Important points when inserting paper in the bypass trayLoading the paper tray Fan the paperUnfold the bypass tray Loading the bypass trayChanging a TRAY’S Paper Size Setting Use the Original Size Enter key to select the paper sizePress the Start key and then the Paper Size Enter key Normal Copying Original PlacementCopying from the document glass Open the document cover/SPF/RSPF, and place the originalSelect copy settings Copying from the SPF/RSPFPress the Start key to begin copying Press the Start key and start copying Set the originals face up in the document feeder trayMaking a Copy Darker or Lighter Auto tray switchingSelecting the Tray Original typesImportant note when making a large number of copies Setting the Number of CopiesREDUCTION/ENLARGMENT/ZOOM Automatic Ratio SelectionFine adjustment of the ratio Selecting a preset ratioManual Ratio Selection Press the Auto Image keyPress the Copy ratio display key XY Zoom copyingPress the Start key TWO-SIDED Copying Using the Bypass TrayCopy original a Place original B as shown below Portrait-oriented originalCopy is delivered to the output tray Insert the paper all the wayAutomatic TWO-SIDED Copying Using the SPF/RSPF Using the document glassIndicator blinks, and the original is scanned into memory Place originals in the SPF/RSPFPress a numeric key to enter the setting code Press the Original to Copy key to exit the settingImage Rotation in Duplex Copying Dual page Copying Interrupting a Copy RUN Press the Interrupt key to interrupt the copy runReplace the previous originals and press the Start key Sort Copy / Group Copy Rotating the Image 90 DegreesSort/Group copy using the document glass Sort/Group copy using the SPF/RSPFPress the Start key and place the next original Desired mode 1/4 in 1 copy using the document glassCopying Multiple Originals Onto a Single Sheet of Paper Press the 2 in 1/4 in 1 key to selectSetting the layout pattern 1/4 in 1 copy using the SPF/RSPFUse the 2 in 1/4 in 1 key to access the setting Select the setting code by pressing a numeric keyPlace the originals Select the margin position Creating Margins When CopyingPress the Margin Shift key Press the 1 key or the 2 key, and then press the Start keySettings, and press the Start key Erasing Shadows around the Edges of a CopySelect the number of copies and other Using the Printer Mode Basic Procedure for PrintingMake sure that paper is loaded in the tray Scanning Using the Keys on the Machine Using the Scanner ModeScanning from Your Computer Scan Menu keys and the Button Manager scan menuPress a Scan Menu key to begin scanning During copying Operation in COPY, PRINTER, and Scanner ModesPrinter During printing Scanner During scan previewAdjusting the Automatic Exposure Level Press the AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO key to complete the settingPlace the original. p.00 Photo indicator stops blinking and lights steadily Enabling Toner Save ModeUser Programs Customizing Settings2 10 mm PatternLeft edge 50% 300dpiMinimum CopiesBase settings Selecting a Setting for a User ProgramPress the Light key to complete the settings Enter the program number withAuditing Mode Settings for Auditing ModeAuditing Mode Settings Factory default settings Are indicated in bold EnablingSelecting Auditing Mode Settings Enter a setting for the selected programEnter the program number with the numeric keys Account number deletion Enabling/disabling auditing modeAccount number entry Account number changeCopying when auditing mode is enabled Resetting accountThis chapter describes troubleshooting and misfeed removal TroubleshootingMACHINE/COPYING Problems Pieces of paper inside machine? Paper properly installed?Paper misfeed Is too much paper loaded in the tray? Do some sheets of paper stick together?Is an interrupt copy job in progress? Are any other indicators lit?Is the output tray full? Is the tray out of paper?Printing and Scanning Problems Printed image is lightPrinted image is dirty Is the port setting correct? Is the orientation of document setting correct?Has the printer driver been installed properly? Lines in tables are not alignedAre the brightness and contrast settings suitable? Have you specified a suitable resolution?Poor scanning quality Have you placed the original straight?Is there enough computer memory? Do you have Administrator rights?Removing the software What to do when a notice page is printedClick the start button, and then click Control Panel Click Add or Remove ProgramsIndicators and Display Messages Misfeed in the SPF/RSPF Misfeed RemovalRemove the misfed original Section aMisfeed indicator Stops blinking and copying can be resumed Misfeed in the Bypass TraySection C Misfeed in the Machine Misfeed in the paper feed areaClose the front cover and side cover Misfeed in the fusing area Misfeed in the transport area Close the side cover by pressing the handle on the coverBe careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal Misfeed in Paper Tray Close the paper trayPush the paper tray in completely Open the side cover Close the side cover Remove the misfed paperBe careful not to tear Misfed paper during Removal Replacing the Toner Cartridge Toner cartridge replacement required Indicator will go outClose the front cover Discard the shutterChecking the Total Output Count Checking the Total Output Count and Toner LevelTotal output count Total copy countCleaning the Document GLASS/SPF/RSPF and Document Cover Routine MaintenanceChecking the Toner Level Press the Light key to return to the normal displayCleaning the Transfer Charger Cleaning the Bypass Tray Paper Feed RollerSpecifications Peripheral DevicesSingle Pass Feeder Reversing Single Pass Feeder Sheet Paper Feed Unit 250-SHEET Paper Feed Unit SpecificationDual Function Board Part namesProper Storage Supply Types and StorageStore the supplies in a location that is Store paper in the wrapper and lying flatSpecifications Printer Function Scanner Function Software License Page Index Page Page Page Sharp Corporation
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