Using the Manual, Conventions used in the manual | Sharp AR-203E

1	INTRODUCTION

This chapter provides basic information for using the unit.

USING THE MANUAL

The operation manual contains explanations of how to operate the unit, important considerations, and maintenance procedures. To get the most out of the unit, please read the operation manual. Please keep the operation manuals in a suitable location that will allow for convenient future reference.

Conventions used in the manual

This operation manual explains the operation of the AR-203 model.

AR-203E

Copier with multi-bypass

Printer

Scanner

SPF *1

(AR-SP9)

250-sheet paper feed unit *2

(AR-D33)

:Standard functions and equipment

:Optional functions and equipment

*1 The optional single pass feeder (AR-SP9) can be installed.

*2 The optional 250-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D33) can be installed.

•Wherever "AR-xxxx" appears in this manual, please substitute your model name for "xxxx".

•Illustrations of driver screens and other computer screens show the screens that appear in Windows XP Home Edition. Some of the names that appear in these illustrations may differ slightly from the screens that appear in other operating systems.

•This operation manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF".

•In this manual, the following icons are used to provide the user with information pertinent to the use of the unit.

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

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

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

Indicates a letter displayed in the display.

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Sharp AR-203E operation manual Using the Manual, Conventions used in the manual

Contents

AR-203E Bank drafts Important points when selecting an installation site 20 cm Laser information Store paper in the wrapper and lying flat Contents Using the Manual Conventions used in the manualAR-203E Part Names SPF as an option Exposure mode selector key and indicators Operation Panel Type of paper Type of media Size Weight Feeding Paper Loading the Paper Tray Gently push the paper tray back into the unit Multi-bypass tray Open the multi-bypass tray and extend the tray Press the tray select key to select the multi-bypass tray Copy Flow Turn on the unit p.13Start copying Connecting the Power Cord Power on Power off methods Initial settings of operation panelAbout the scan head Setting a large original Original PlacementUsing the original table Open the original cover, and place the original Using the SPF Original feeder tray Exposure ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO Copying Exposure adjustmentSET the Copy Quantity Automatic exposure adjustment Set the reduction/enlargement ratio REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOMSelecting the tray Press the tray select key Sharpdesk SoftwareMFP driver Button Manager Before Installation Installation environment and usable softwareHardware and software requirements Installing the Software Using the machine with a USB connectionDouble-click the setup icon Select Connected to this computer and click the Next button When installing is finished, click the Close button This completes the installation of the software Connecting a USB cable Using the machine as a shared printerInsert the cable into the USB connector on the machine Click the Printer Driver button You will return to the window of . Click the Close button Online indicator Indicators on the Operation PanelStart indicator Power save indicator Using the Printer Mode Opening the printer driver from the start menuClick Printing Preferences button in the General tab How to print About interrupt copying Using the Scanner Mode Using the Button ManagerSetting up the Button Manager Windows XP/Vista Windows 98/Me/2000 Select Sharp AR-xxxx, and click the Properties buttonProperties screen, click Events tab Scan Button Destination Setting Dialog Box Flow of the Button Manager setting Scanner Event Press the right copy quantity Using the Scan key to begin scanningPress the Scan key Application Application launched Number Opening the scanner driver and scanning from your computer Press the start Key Scan is started Scanning with the Scanner and Camera Wizard in Windows XP Select a name, format, and folder for the scanned imageClick Finish in the screen that appears HOW to USE the Online Manual Toner Save Mode Description of Special Functions Setting the user programs User Programs Press the light Key to return to the normal copy mode Displaying Total Number of Copies Maintenance Toner Cartridge Replacement Release lever Gently pull the toner cartridgeOut while pressing the lock Release lever Press the light key Toner Cartridge LifeSeconds As a percentage 100, 75, 50, 25 or 10 is displayed. When Cleaning the Unit Cabinet Transfer charger Troubleshooting the Unit Troubleshooting Status Indicators Be sure to use only genuine Sharp parts and supplies Misfeed Removal Open the multi-bypass tray, and side cover, in that orderPaper feed area. p.55 Fusing unit release lever Misfeed in the fusing areaLower the fusing unit release Lever Misfeed in the paper feed area Rotate the feeding roller Direction of the arrow Misfeed in the transport areaOpen the front cover Gently remove Misfed paper from the exit Area Misfeed in the lower paper feed area Misfeed in the SPF Maintenance Required Developer Required Scan Head Locking Switch LockUnlock System Configuration Single Pass Feeder AR-SP9AR-SP9 Feed unit AR-D33 Press the copy ratio display % key Using the paper feed unit with the printer function Sheet Paper Feed Unit AR-D33 Specifications Appendix Sharp GDI Single pass feeder AR-SP9 Sheet paper feed unit AR-D33 Interface cable About Supplies and OptionsSupply list USB interface cable Index Name Index by Purpose Material Safety Data Sheet Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Physical and Chemical Properties Transport Information Date Issued Nov.01 Hazards Identification Physical and Chemical Properties Ecological Information Other Countries outside the EU Class Laser Product Laser Klasse Sharp Manufacturing France S.A AR-203Ev1