Reception and copying problems | Sharp FO-P600 specification

Problems and Solutions

Reception and copying problems

Problem		Solution

The power is on, but no	•	Make sure that the telephone line cord is plugged
reception takes place.		into the TEL. LINE socket, and not the TEL. SET
		socket.

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

General print quality is	•	It is important to select a paper that is appropriate
poor.		for the thermal transfer printer in your fax. We
		recommend using laser quality paper that has a
		very smooth finish. Copier paper will work, but it
		sometimes tends to yield a lighter print quality.

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.

Received images are	•	Noise on the telephone line may cause distortion.
distorted.		Have the other party try sending the document
		again.
	•	The print head may be dirty. See Print head on
		page 65.
	•	Make a copy or print a report on your fax machine.
		If the copy or report is also distorted, your fax
		machine may need service.

A received document or	•	Make sure the operation panel is completely closed
copy prints out in strips.		(press down on both sides of the panel).

The quality of copies is	•	Any dirt or material on the scanning glass will
poor and/or dark vertical		cause spots to appear on copies and transmitted
lines appear.		faxes. Clean the scanning glass as explained on
		page 66.

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Sharp FO-P600 operation manual Reception and copying problems

Contents

FO-P600 Warranty Introduction Public switched telephone network ITU-T Ccitt G3 modeIs for connecting an answering machine Yes cannot be used if power fails Important safety information Important Notice for NEW Zealand Users Table of Contents Table of Contents Special Functions Look at the Operation Panel When speaking through the handset, you can press to allow Monitoring phone conversations Installation Unpacking ChecklistPoints to keep in mind when setting up About condensation Connecting the handset Connecting the power cordConnections Connections Connecting the telephone line cord Moving your fax and reconnecting Attach the paper tray and paper tray extensionComments Extension phone optional Remove the seal covering the TEL. SET socketConnect the extension phone line to the TEL. SET socket Loading the Imaging Film Loading the Imaging Film Remove the new roll of imaging film from its packaging Insert the green gearsInsert the film into the print Compartment Loading Printing Paper Loading Printing Paper Print contrast setting Press Function once OncePress Once Twice Select the print contrast Entering Your Name and Fax Number Entering Your Name and Fax NumberPress Function once Twice Enter your fax number by pressing the number keys max digits Setting the Date and Time Setting the Date and TimePress once and once Enter a two-digit number for the day 01 to Example the 5th Enter the year four digits Example 2001Example To start the clock Setting the Reception Mode Setting the reception modeSetting the Reception Mode TEL/FAX mode Volume Adjustment Volume AdjustmentSpeaker Ringer If you selected Ringer OFF OK ? Size and weight Sending FaxesTransmittable Documents Loading the Document Other restrictionsLoading the Document Adjusting the Resolution and Contrast Resolution settingsAdjusting the Resolution and Contrast Contrast settings Load the documents Sending a Fax by Normal Dialling Sending a Fax by Normal DiallingMachine by pressing the number keys Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Storing fax and phone numbers for automatic diallingSending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Digits can be entered. Note a space cannot be entered Return to to store another number, or press To return toDate and time display Editing and clearing auto-dial numbers Select Edit or ClearMake the desired changes to the name Using an auto-dial number Return to to edit or clear another number, or pressReturn to the date and time display If you are sending a fax, load the documents Sending a fax by Direct Keypad Dialling Redial Automatic redialling Sending a Fax From Memory Broadcasting sending a fax to multiple destinationsSending a Fax From Memory Memory transmission If the memory becomes full Using TEL/FAX Mode Pseudo Ring Duration for Tel/Fax ModeReceiving Faxes Using A.M. Mode Using A.M. ModeEnter a number as follows for the desired duration Using FAX Mode Using FAX ModeChanging the number of rings Press Function once and once Using TEL Mode Using TEL ModeEnter the desired number of rings any Number from 2 to Answer the extension phone when it rings Answering with the fax’s handsetAnswering on an extension phone Replace the handset Optional Reception Settings Fax Signal ReceiveOptional Reception Settings Changing the number for remote fax activation Press To turn on the function, orTo turn it off Enter the desired number any number from 0 to Example 3 Reception Ratio Press To select AUTO, or 2 toSelect 100% Substitute Reception to Memory Substitute Reception to Memory Making Copies Load the documents face down. Maximum of 10 pages Copy Cut-off Connecting an Answering Machine Answering Machine Connection Using the Answering Machine Connection Using the Answering Machine ConnectionSet the reception mode to A.M Changing the outgoing message Optional A.M. Mode Settings How answering machine mode operatesOptional A.M. Mode Settings Quiet Detect Time Quiet Time On A.M. Failure Quiet Detect Start Time Quiet Start Caller ID Requires Subscription to Service Special FunctionsPress YES to turn on Caller ID If you are in New Zealand Caller ID Requires Subscription to Service How Caller ID operatesDisplay messages Viewing the Caller ID list When you have finished viewing the list Press TwiceFax Voice call To delete calls from the Caller ID list Priority Call Blocking voice calls Distinctive Ring Requires Subscription to Service Distinctive Ring Requires Subscription to ServicePress once and 6 times Press 1 to turn on the function, or To turn it off Set the reception mode to FAX Blocking Reception of Unwanted FaxesBlocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes Setup List Printing ListsTelephone Number List Press START/MEMORY to print the list Caller-ID List Transaction ReportHeadings in Transaction Report Transaction Report print condition Press once and twice Maintenance Print head Scanning glass and rollers Housing If the scanning glass is difficult to clean Troubleshooting Problems and SolutionsLine error Problem Solution Dialling and transmission problems Problems and Solutions Reception and copying problems Answering machine connection General problems See Loading the Imaging Film on Messages and Signals Messages and Signals Substitute Reception to Memory on page 46. If you Audible signals Clearing Paper Jams Clearing a jammed documentClearing Paper Jams Clearing jammed printing paper Quick Reference Guide Sending Faxes Receiving Faxes Index Index Sharp Corporation of NEW Zealand Limited