Sharp AR-M205, AR-M160 Conventions Used in this Manual, SPF and Rspf Standard Features

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CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL

Warning

Caution

Note

Warns the user that injury to the user or damage to the machine may result if the contents of the warning are not properly followed.

Cautions the user that damage to the machine or one of its components may result if the contents of the caution are not properly followed.

Notes provide information relevant to the machine regarding specifications, functions, performance, operation and such, that may be useful to the user.

SPF AND RSPF

This operation manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF", and the Reverse Single Pass Feeder as the "RSPF".

STANDARD FEATURES

Both the single-tray and two-tray models are explained in this manual, as well as the SPF/RSPF options and the document cover.

Model

AR-M205 (Two-tray model)

AR-M160 (Single-tray model)

(With RSPF installed)

Appearance

 

 

 

 

 

 

The above illustration is used in

 

 

 

 

instances where a function and/

 

 

 

 

or the operation of the machine is

 

 

 

 

the same on both models.

 

 

Copy speed

 

20CPM

 

16CPM

Automatic two-sided

 

Available

 

Not available

copying/printing

 

 

 

 

 

 

Document cover/SPF/RSPF

Select RSPF or document cover

Document cover is standard, SPF is

 

an option (RSPF cannot be installed)

 

 

 

 

Printer function

Can be used as a GDI printer (USB 1.1 port and parallel port are standard)

Printing on up to 11" x 17" paper is possible

 

 

Can be used as a color scanner compatible with TWAIN, STI, and WIA (only

Scanner function

 

in Windows XP)

 

 

Maximum scanning size is 11" x 17"

 

 

Only USB port is supported (parallel port cannot be used; cannot be used in Windows 95/NT 4.0)

Paper feed units

Two (250 x 2)

One (250 x 1)

 

 

 

Inch series and AB series (metric) references

Both specifications are quoted where applicable.

The AB series specifications are quoted in parentheses.

For example:

Page 00 . . . . . . . . . . . . 000" (W) x 000" (H) x 000" (D) (590 mm (W) x 545 mm (H) x 470mm (D)) (using document cover)

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Contents AR-M160 AR-M205For Your Records Contents User Settings Important Points When Selecting AN Installation Site Do not install your machine in areas that areChanges, e.g., near an Air conditioner orSafety precautions Trademark acknowledgementsDo not touch the photoconductive drum green portion Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty copiesUsing the Manual Online Manual on the accessory CD-ROMEnvironmental Information Meaning of R in Original and Paper Size IndicationsInch series and AB series metric references SPF and Rspf Standard FeaturesConventions Used in this Manual Main Features Part Names and Functions ExteriorInterior Operation Panel Zoom indicator 26 SPR/RSPF indicator when the SPF/RSPF is installedAuto Image key/indicator Paper feed location/misfeed location indicatorsPower on and OFF Power onPower OFF Power Save ModesType of paper Type of media Size Weight Capacity Feeding Loading PaperPaper Special papersImportant points when inserting paper in the bypass tray Loading PaperLoading the paper tray Fan the paperLoading the bypass tray Unfold the bypass trayPress the Start key and then the Paper Size Enter key Changing a TRAY’S Paper Size SettingUse the Original Size Enter key to select the paper size Original Placement Normal CopyingCopying from the document glass Open the document cover/SPF/RSPF, and place the originalPress the Start key to begin copying Select copy settingsCopying from the SPF/RSPF Set the originals face up in the document feeder tray Press the Start key and start copyingAuto tray switching Making a Copy Darker or LighterSelecting the Tray Original typesSetting the Number of Copies Important note when making a large number of copiesREDUCTION/ENLARGMENT/ZOOM Automatic Ratio SelectionSelecting a preset ratio Fine adjustment of the ratioManual Ratio Selection Press the Auto Image keyXY Zoom copying Press the Copy ratio display keyTWO-SIDED Copying Using the Bypass Tray Press the Start keyCopy original a Place original B as shown below Portrait-oriented originalInsert the paper all the way Copy is delivered to the output trayAutomatic TWO-SIDED Copying Using the document glass Using the SPF/RSPFIndicator blinks, and the original is scanned into memory Place originals in the SPF/RSPFImage Rotation in Duplex Copying Press a numeric key to enter the setting codePress the Original to Copy key to exit the setting Dual page Copying Replace the previous originals and press the Start key Interrupting a Copy RUNPress the Interrupt key to interrupt the copy run Rotating the Image 90 Degrees Sort Copy / Group CopyPress the Start key and place the next original Sort/Group copy using the document glassSort/Group copy using the SPF/RSPF 1/4 in 1 copy using the document glass Desired modeCopying Multiple Originals Onto a Single Sheet of Paper Press the 2 in 1/4 in 1 key to select1/4 in 1 copy using the SPF/RSPF Setting the layout patternUse the 2 in 1/4 in 1 key to access the setting Select the setting code by pressing a numeric keyCreating Margins When Copying Place the originals Select the margin positionPress the Margin Shift key Press the 1 key or the 2 key, and then press the Start keySelect the number of copies and other Settings, and press the Start keyErasing Shadows around the Edges of a Copy Make sure that paper is loaded in the tray Using the Printer ModeBasic Procedure for Printing Using the Scanner Mode Scanning Using the Keys on the MachinePress a Scan Menu key to begin scanning Scanning from Your ComputerScan Menu keys and the Button Manager scan menu Operation in COPY, PRINTER, and Scanner Modes During copyingPrinter During printing Scanner During scan previewPlace the original. p.00 Adjusting the Automatic Exposure LevelPress the AUTO/TEXT/PHOTO key to complete the setting Enabling Toner Save Mode Photo indicator stops blinking and lights steadilyCustomizing Settings User ProgramsLeft edge 2 10 mmPattern 300dpi 50%Minimum CopiesSelecting a Setting for a User Program Base settingsPress the Light key to complete the settings Enter the program number withSettings for Auditing Mode Auditing ModeAuditing Mode Settings Factory default settings Are indicated in bold EnablingEnter the program number with the numeric keys Selecting Auditing Mode SettingsEnter a setting for the selected program Enabling/disabling auditing mode Account number deletionAccount number entry Account number changeResetting account Copying when auditing mode is enabledTroubleshooting This chapter describes troubleshooting and misfeed removalMACHINE/COPYING Problems Paper properly installed? Pieces of paper inside machine?Paper misfeed Is too much paper loaded in the tray? Do some sheets of paper stick together?Are any other indicators lit? Is an interrupt copy job in progress?Is the output tray full? Is the tray out of paper?Printed image is dirty Printing and Scanning ProblemsPrinted image is light Is the orientation of document setting correct? Is the port setting correct?Has the printer driver been installed properly? Lines in tables are not alignedHave you specified a suitable resolution? Are the brightness and contrast settings suitable?Poor scanning quality Have you placed the original straight?Do you have Administrator rights? Is there enough computer memory?What to do when a notice page is printed Removing the softwareClick the start button, and then click Control Panel Click Add or Remove ProgramsIndicators and Display Messages Misfeed Removal Misfeed in the SPF/RSPFRemove the misfed original Section aSection C Misfeed indicator Stops blinking and copying can be resumedMisfeed in the Bypass Tray Close the front cover and side cover Misfeed in the MachineMisfeed in the paper feed area Misfeed in the fusing area Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal Misfeed in the transport areaClose the side cover by pressing the handle on the cover Push the paper tray in completely Misfeed in Paper TrayClose the paper tray Be careful not to tear Misfed paper during Removal Open the side cover Close the side coverRemove the misfed paper Toner cartridge replacement required Indicator will go out Replacing the Toner CartridgeClose the front cover Discard the shutterChecking the Total Output Count and Toner Level Checking the Total Output CountTotal output count Total copy countRoutine Maintenance Cleaning the Document GLASS/SPF/RSPF and Document CoverChecking the Toner Level Press the Light key to return to the normal displayCleaning the Bypass Tray Paper Feed Roller Cleaning the Transfer ChargerSingle Pass Feeder Reversing Single Pass Feeder SpecificationsPeripheral Devices Specification Sheet Paper Feed Unit 250-SHEET Paper Feed UnitDual Function Board Part namesSupply Types and Storage Proper 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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AR-M205, AR-M160 specifications

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