Reception and copying problems | Sharp FO-3150 manual

Problems and Solutions

A distorted image is	•	Noise on the telephone line may cause distortion. Try
received at the other end.		sending the document again.
	•	ECM mode (see page 46) will help prevent distortions
		due to line noise. Note that ECM mode must be
		turned on in the other machine as well.
	•	Make a copy of the document on your fax machine. If
		the copy is also distorted, your fax machine may need
		service.

Reception and copying problems

Problem		Solution

The fax machine doesn't	•	Make sure that the reception mode is set to FAX.
receive documents
automatically.

The printing paper comes	•	Make sure that the document is loaded properly in the
out blank when you try to		feeder of the transmitting machine. Make a copy or
receive a document.		print a report to confirm the printing ability of your
		machine.

The received document is	•	Ask the other party to send higher contrast
faint.		documents. If the contrast is still too low, your fax
		machine may need service. Make a copy or print a
		report to check your machine’s printing ability.
	•	The toner cartridge may need replacement.

Dots appear at regular	•	The drum cartridge may be damaged. Replace the
intervals on received		drum cartridge.
documents and copies.

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Sharp FO-3150 operation manual Reception and copying problems

Contents

FO-3150 Warranty Introduction Paper tray capacity Applicable telephone line Important safety information Page Table of Contents Troubleshooting Look at the Operation Panel Resolution / Reception Mode key COPY/HELP keyFunction key Speed Dial key Installation Unpacking ChecklistPoints to keep in mind when setting up About condensation Connecting the power cord Connecting the handsetConnections Connecting the telephone line cord Attaching the paper trays Moving your fax and reconnectingComments Installation Extension phone optional Installing the Toner Cartridge Installing the Toner Cartridge Resetting the toner counter Press Once Twice Press Start Resetting the drum counterPress Loading Printing Paper Loading Printing Paper Entering Your Name and Fax Number Enter your fax number by pressing the number keys max digits Press to return to the date and time display Setting the Date and Time Press once and twicePress once and 3 times Enter a two-digit number for the day 01 to Example the 5 th Enter the year four digits Example 2004 Press Start to start the clock Setting the reception mode Setting the Reception ModeMode Press Press or to select the desired volume level Volume AdjustmentSpeaker Ringer Press 1 to select 3 seconds, 2 to Beep lengthSelect 1 second, or 3 to select no Sending Faxes Size and weightTransmittable Documents Loading the Document Other restrictions Removing a document from the feeder Resolution settings Adjusting the Resolution and ContrastContrast settings Load the documents Press One or more times until Press To set the default resolution Changing the default resolutionTo FINE, or To set it to Standard Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling Pick up the handset or press Listen for the dial tone Speed Dial numbers Sending a Fax by Automatic DiallingThrough 99 are for Rapid Keys Storing fax and phone numbers for automatic diallingIf you know the Speed Dial number that Go to . If not, enter the desired two digit number Go to Step Editing and clearing auto-dial numbers Press For Edit or 2 for Clear Press Start Make the desired changes to the name Using a Rapid Key for a voice call Rapid Key Dialling Using a Speed Dial number for a voice call Speed DiallingPress and then enter the 2-digit Speed Dial number Repeat Step If desired, press To set Resolution and/or contrast Searching for an auto-dial numberIf you are sending a fax, load the documents Until the name of the other party appears Sending a fax by Direct Keypad Dialling Redial Automatic redialling Press 1 to select YES, or Error Correction ModeSelect no Cover Sheet Press To select YES, or 2 to Press Press a number key to select a message Header messageDial the receiving fax machine and send the fax Batch Page Numbering Feeder or press Broadcasting Sending a Fax to Multiple Destinations Press to store the destination Broadcasting using a Group Key When you are ready to begin transmission, press StartPress the appropriate Group Key Transmission will begin Press To program a Group Key Storing numbers in Group KeysPress To clear a Group Key When you have finished storing the destinations, press Start If the memory becomes full Using TEL/FAX Mode Receiving Faxes Using A.M. Mode Pseudo Ring Duration for Tel/Fax ModeEnter a number as follows for the desired duration To select A.M. mode, press Using FAX Mode Changing the number of rings Using TEL Mode Enter the desired number of rings anyNumber from 2 to Example 3 rings Answering with the fax’s handset Answering on an extension phone connected to the same line Putting a call on hold Optional Reception Settings Fax Signal ReceivePress To turn on the function, or To turn it off Changing the number for remote fax activation Enter the desired number any numberFrom 0 to Example Press To select AUTO, or 2 to Reception RatioSelect 100% Substitute Reception to Memory Making Copies Select any of the following copy settings as neededLoad the documents face down. Maximum of 20 A4 pages Copy Cut-off When you are ready to begin copying, pressIf Memory is Full appears Connecting an Answering Machine Answering Machine Connection Using the Answering Machine Connection Set the reception mode to A.MChanging the outgoing message Set your answering machine to auto answer How answering machine mode operates Optional A.M. Mode SettingsQuiet Detect Time Times Press Once Enter a number from 01 to 10, or enterTo turn off the function Example 3 seconds For the number of seconds of the delay Quiet Detect Start TimeEnter a 2-digit number from 01 to Or enter 00 to turn off the function On A.M. Failure Press 1 to turn on the function, or Distinctive Ring Requires Subscription to Service Special Functions Distinctive Ring Requires Subscription to Service Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes Enter the fax number maximum of 20 digits Press Start Editing and clearing anti junk numbers Press 1 for Edit or 2 for Clear Polling Requesting a Fax Transmission Press To use Rapid Key 08/POLLAs a polling key To turn off the polling function, press Requesting transmission Being polled Memory polling Set the reception mode to FAX press Load the documentPress To select SET Until the arrow Clearing a memory polling document Press To select Clear Press Start to clear the document Polling security Storing fax numbers for polling permission Editing and clearing polling permission numbers Press For Edit or For Clear Printing Lists Activity ReportPress or until the desired list appears in the display Once Press Start to print the list Telephone Number List Setup ListGroup List Transaction Report Headings in the Transaction Report Transaction Report print condition Auto print-out of Activity Report Press 1 to turn on auto print out, or Scanning glass and rollers MaintenanceClose the operation panel Housing Replacing the toner cartridge Viewing the total number of pages printed Replacing the drum cartridgeReplacing the drum cartridge Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning the drum cartridge Maintenance Troubleshooting Problems and SolutionsLine error Problem Solution Dialling and transmission problems Trouble- shooting Reception and copying problems General problems Transmittable Documents on Answering machine connection Messages and Signals Display messages 102 Audible signals Printer Error Clearing Paper Jams Clearing a jammed document Clearing jammed printing paper 105 106 Gently pull the jammed paper out of the machine 107 Quick Reference Guide Receiving Faxes Index 109 110 Page Page Sharp Corporation