Sharp UX-D50 manual Reception and copying problems, 126

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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 119.
	•	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 120.

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