MODEL AR-C260P DIGITAL FULL COLOUR PRINTER OPERATION MANUAL (for general information) Page • BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT • MANAGING THE MACHINE • OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS • PRINTING FROM THE OPERATION PANEL • PERIPHERAL DEVICES • SPECIFICATIONS Be sure to become thoroughly familiar with this manual to gain the maximum benefit from the product.
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In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marked "I" and " " on the copier instead of "ON" and "OFF". The symbol " " denotes the copier is not completely de-energized but in a stand-by condition at this "POWER" switch position. If your copier is so marked, please read "I"...
SHARP Service Department. G Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during use of the product or its options, or failures due to incorrect operation of the product and its options, or other failures, or for...
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Improper installation may damage this product. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the machine is moved. 1. The machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection. 2. Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and current requirements.
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Moving this machine Pull out the four handles as shown below, grasp them firmly, and keep the machine horizontal while moving it. Left side Right side Exit Bypass tray tray Handles Handles Before lifting the machine, Before lifting the machine, fold up the exit tray and fold up the bypass tray tape it securely to the...
Bank drafts Checks Passports Driver's licences "BATTERY DISPOSAL" THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A LITHIUM PRIMARY MEMORY BACK-UP BATTERY THAT MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SHARP DEALER OR AUTHORISED SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE FOR ASSISTANCE IN DISPOSING OF THIS BATTERY.
CONTENTS OPERATION MANUALS..........0-1 CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.........0-2 OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS G Moving this machine ............0-3 CAUTIONS..............0-4 CONFIGURING THE OPERATION CONDITION CONTENTS ..............0-5 SETTINGS..............3-2 G Basic procedure for operation condition settings (settings CHAPTER 1 that can be configured from the operation panel) ... 3-2 G Structure of the operation conditions menu ....
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CHAPTER 1 BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT This chapter contains basic information that should be read before using the product. Page INTRODUCTION ...................1-2 MAIN FEATURES ..................1-3 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ..............1-4 Exterior....................1-4 Interior ....................1-5 Part names and functions of peripheral devices ........1-6 Operation panel..................1-8...
INTRODUCTION This product is a high speed Digital full colour printer. Optional peripheral devices are available for the product that expand its capabilities to meet a wide range of needs. This manual contains general information on using the machine, including installation requirements, safety information, and procedures for loading paper, replacing the toner cartridge, and removing misfeeds.
® As an NERGY to the fuser unit a preset time after the machine has completed a job and no Partner, SHARP further machine operations have been performed. The machine can recover determined that this product meets NERGY to the ready condition within a short period of time. The preset time to enter ®...
Each tray can hold approximately 500 sheets of the Press to turn power on and off. recommended paper for colour (80 g/m or 20 lbs.), Front cover or approximately 500 sheets of SHARP standard Open to replace toner cartridge. paper (80 g/m or 20 lbs.). Operation panel...
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Interior Fusing unit Toner cartridge Toner images are fused here. The toner cartridge must be replaced when indicated on the operation panel. (See page 2-20) Right side cover CAUTION Open when a misfeed has occurred in the paper feed area.
(80 g/m or 20 lbs.) available. recommended paper for colour (80 g/m or 20 lbs.), or approximately 500 sheets of SHARP standard Stand/1 x 500 sheet paper drawer (AR-D17) paper (80 g/m or 20 lbs.). This stand has one paper tray. It can hold...
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS I I I I Face-up and face-down output After printing, the paper is delivered to the exit tray. This product has two exit trays (centre tray and left tray). The paper specifications (page 6-3) and output conditions differ for each tray; however, if the paper and output conditions are such that the paper can be delivered to either tray, you can select the tray to which the paper will G Paper exits to the centre tray face-down only.
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Operation panel The display and indicators show the current status of the printer. All printer settings are configured by using the keys and display panel. Message display ] keys Displays the current status of the printer. Press to scroll through settings or selections for [ i ] displayed in any message indicates that the settings.
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These are settings used by key operators (administrators of this [MENU] key product). For the use of these programs, see the Key Operator's Guide. The Key Operator's Guide is provided as PDF file in the CD-ROM that accompanies the AR-C260P.
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Cancelling a print job and deleting print data To cancel a print job that is in progress and delete the print data, press the [BACK/C] key during printing. A message asking you to confirm the cancellation will appear. To cancel the print job, press the [OK] key. If you do not wish to cancel the print job, press the [BACK/C] key.
CHAPTER 2 MANAGING THE MACHINE This chapter explains how to load paper, replace the toner cartridge, and remove paper misfeeds. It also contains information about supplies. Page LOADING PAPER..................2-2 Tray numbers ..................2-2 Loading paper in paper tray 1 ..............2-2 Changing the paper size in paper tray 1 ..........2-3 Loading paper in the bypass tray ............2-4 Loading paper in the stand/1 x 500 sheet paper drawer/stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawer..................
G Do not use curled or folded paper. Doing so may cause a misfeed. G For best results use paper supplied by SHARP. (See pages 2-10, 2-22.) G When you change the paper type and size in paper tray 1, you must change the paper type and size settings.
LOADING PAPER Changing the paper size in paper tray 1 The following paper size settings are available for paper tray 1: A3 to A5 (11" x 17" to 8-1/2" x 5-1/2") and "EXTRA"* Use the following procedure to change the size as needed. This is limited to square or rectangular paper that is A3 to A5 (11"...
The bypass tray can be used to feed regular paper or special papers. For the paper types that can be used in the bypass tray, see the specifications for the bypass tray in the paper tray specifications (page 2-9). Up to 250 sheets of SHARP standard paper or up to 100 postcards can be loaded in the bypass tray. NOTES G After loading the paper in the bypass tray, be sure to set the paper type and size (step 4) if these were changed.
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Post cards. A5 paper, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" paper. G When loading plain paper other than paper recommended for colour or Sharp standard paper, or when loading special media other than postcards or SHARP-recommended transparency film, or when loading paper to be printed on the back, the paper must be loaded one sheet at a time.
LOADING PAPER I Setting envelopes or postcards When setting envelopes or postcards in the bypass tray, set them in the orientation shown below. Loading postcards Loading envelopes Insert the postcard with the side to be printed on Only the front side of envelopes can be printed on. facing up.
Upper tray / middle tray / lower tray* Up to 500 sheets of paper recommended for colour or SHARP recommended plain paper can be loaded in these trays. The method of loading paper is the same as for paper tray 1 in the main unit (see the explanation on page 2-2).
Middle and lower paper trays: Up to 500 sheets of paper recommended for colour or SHARP recommended plain paper can be loaded in the middle and lower trays. The method of loading paper is the same as for paper tray 1 in the main unit. See the explanation on page 2-2.
LOADING PAPER Specifications of paper trays The specifications for the types and sizes of paper that can be loaded in the paper trays are shown below. Tray No. Paper tray type (tray Applicable paper types Applicable paper sizes Remarks name) A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, "STORAGE Extra (11"x17", 8-1/2"x14",...
201 to 300 g/m (54 to 80 lbs.) can be used. Transparency film Use SHARP recommended transparencies. Applicable standard envelopes: COM-10, Monarch, DL, C5 Envelopes Envelopes can only be fed from the Bypass tray. Applicable paper stock weight for envelopes is 75 to 90 g/m or 20 to 23 lbs.
LOADING PAPER Structure of the tray setting menu (except for the bypass tray) "TRAY SETTING" is the first setting in "CUSTOM SETTINGS" (see page 2-18). "TRAY SETTING" consists of the levels shown below. To move through the settings on any level, press the [ ] key or [ ] key.
LOADING PAPER Setting the paper type (except for the bypass tray) Follow these steps to change the paper type setting when the paper type has been changed in a paper tray. When a paper tray is set to "Extra", see the explanation on the following page. For the paper types that can be used in each tray, see page 2-9.
LOADING PAPER Specifying the size when the paper size is set to "Extra" (except for the bypass tray) When the size slide on a paper tray is set to "extra", follow the steps below to specify the paper size. For example, if 8-1/2" x 11" size paper is loaded in the tray (with the size slide set to "extra"), use this procedure to set the "extra"...
LOADING PAPER Structure of the bypass tray setting menu "BYPASS TRAY PAPER SELECTION" consists of the levels shown below. To move through the settings on any level, press the [ ] key or [ ] key. To select a setting or store a selection for a setting, press the [OK] key. To move back to the previous level after completing a setting or to cancel the selection of a setting, press the [BACK/C] key.
LOADING PAPER Setting the paper type and paper size in the bypass tray Follow the steps below to set the type and size of the paper loaded in the bypass tray. Load the paper in the bypass tray before performing these steps. Press the [MENU] key repeatedly until The steps that follow differ depending on "BYPASS TRAY PAPER SELECTION"...
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LOADING PAPER Press the [OK] key. This completes the setting. Press the [OK] key. This completes the setting. Press the [OK] key. Press the COM-10 repeatedly until appropriate envelope type appears. Envelope type selections are as follows: "COM-10", "MONARCH", "C5", "DL" Press the [OK] key.
CUSTOM SETTINGS The custom settings allow you to set the following parameters. G Tray settings ........ Paper type and paper size* settings for each tray (see pages 2-11 and 2-14). *The paper size setting is only used when a tray's paper size slide is set to "EXTRA". Be sure to set the paper type. G Auto tray switching.......
CUSTOM SETTINGS Structure of the custom settings menu The "CUSTOM SETTINGS" are arranged as shown below. Press the key or key to move through the settings in any level of the menu. To select a setting or store a selection for setting, press the [OK] key. To move back to the previous level after completing a setting or to cancel the selection of a setting, press the [BACK/C] key.
CUSTOM SETTINGS Setting items I I I I Tray settings I I I I Total count These settings are used to set the type of paper The total number of pages printed can be used in each tray. For trays in which the paper size displayed and printed for each of the following slide is set to "EXTRA", these settings are also types of prints.
REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES When toner runs low, "TONER IS LOW " appears in the display. It is recommended that you keep a set of new toner cartridges so that you can replace them quickly when toner runs out. TONER IS LOW. This indicates the colour of toner that is low.
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REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES Remove the protective material from the Return the cartridge lock lever. new toner cartridge. Close the front cover. After the toner cartridge is replaced, the machine automatically enters resolution adjustment mode. (In some cases, this may take 1 to 5 Insert the new toner cartridge.
Standard supplies for this product that can replaced by the user include paper, toner cartridges, and staple cartridges for the finisher. For best printing results, be sure to use only Sharp Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximize the life and performance of Sharp products. Look for the Genuine Supplies label on the toner package.
MISFEED REMOVAL When a misfeed has occurred, printing will stop and the message shown below will appear. Follow the procedure below to remove misfed paper. PAPER JAM. General misfeed removal procedure When a misfeed occurs, follow these steps to check the number that indicates the general location of the misfeed. The numbers and their corresponding locations are shown in the table below.
MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the paper feed area NOTE Paper misfed from a paper tray may be extending out of the tray into the right side cover area. If the tray is drawn out of the machine in this case, the paper may tear and become difficult to remove. To prevent this from happening, always open the right side cover first and remove the misfed paper if it is extending into that area.
MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the transport area, fusing area, and exit area Transport area Fusing area Open the upper side cover and check for a Open the duplex bypass/inverter unit. misfeed. Grasp the finger hold Push the blue lever and gently open the unit. upward and gently open the cover.
MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the stand/1 x 500 sheet paper drawer NOTE Paper misfed from a paper tray may be extending out of the tray into the right side cover area. If the tray is drawn out of the machine in this case, the paper may tear and become difficult to remove. To prevent this from happening, always open the right side cover first and remove the misfed paper if it is extending into that area.
MISFEED REMOVAL Misfeed in the duplex bypass/inverter unit and duplex module/2 x 500 sheet paper drawer NOTE Paper misfed from a paper tray may be extending out of the tray into the right side cover area. If the tray is drawn out of the machine in this case, the paper may tear and become difficult to remove.
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MISFEED REMOVAL I I I I Misfeed in the upper or lower tray Remove the misfed paper from the duplex module. To remove misfed paper from the upper tray or Be careful not to tear the lower tray, follow steps 1 through 5 of "Misfeed in misfed paper during...
AR-C260P). The Operation manual (for printer) and the Key operator's guide are provided as PDF files in the CD-ROM that accompanies the AR-C260P. Problems are not always due to machine failure and in many cases can be easily resolved by following the solutions in the table below. If it is determined that service is required, turn the power switch off, unplug the power cord and request service.
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(this the printed image is depends on the options installed). missing. paper other than Use SHARP-recommended paper. (pages 2-10 SHARP-recommended paper being and 2-22) used? Do not use curled or crimped paper. If you are...
CHAPTER 3 OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS This chapter explains the operation condition settings. Page CONFIGURING THE OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS .......3-2 Basic procedure for operation condition settings (settings that can be configured from the operation panel)....3-2 Structure of the operation conditions menu ...........3-3 Default settings ..................3-4 PCL settings...................3-5 Print PS errors..................3-6...
CONFIGURING THE OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS The operation condition settings are used to configure basic printing settings. The following settings are available. DEFAULT SETTINGS..Basic settings used in printing (page 3-4) PCL SETTINGS ....Sets the PCL symbol set and fonts (page 3-5) Print PS errors* ....Sets whether a PostScript error page is printed or not when a PostScript error has (PostScript settings) occurred.
CONFIGURING THE OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS Structure of the operation conditions menu The settings under "SET OPERATING CONDITIONS" are arranged as shown below. Press the [ ] key or [ ] key to move through the settings in any level of the menu. To select a setting or store a selection for setting, press the [OK] key.
CONFIGURING THE OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS Default settings The default settings are used to set conditions for printing in an environment where the print driver is not used (such as printing from MS-DOS or from a computer that does not have the provided print driver installed). NOTE When a setting can be configured both in the printer driver and on the operation panel, the setting in the printer driver overrides the setting on the operation panel.
CONFIGURING THE OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS PCL settings I I I I PCL font This setting is used to select the font for printing. Default setting: "Courier" You can print the "PCL FONT LIST" in "PRINT LIST" (see page 2-19) . Font name LCD display Font name...
CONFIGURING THE OPERATION CONDITION SETTINGS I I I I PCL symbol set This setting is used to select which country's characters are used for certain of the symbols in the character code table of the PCL symbol set. (Use this setting when you need to select symbols that differ by country.) Default setting: "PC-8"...
CHAPTER 4 PRINTING FROM THE OPERATION PANEL This chapter explains how to print and delete jobs that are held in the machine using the job hold function. Page HOLD JOB LIST ....................4-2...
HOLD JOB LIST When sending a print job to the machine from your computer, you can select the "Hold After Print", "Hold Before Print" or "Proof Print" option. When one of these options is selected, the machine will hold the print job. To print or delete a hold job, use the operation panel of the machine as explained below.
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HOLD JOB LIST Select print and delete, print and save, or delete, and then press the [OK] key. Press the key until the desired choice appears. The job will be deleted PRINT AND DELETE THE after printing. DATA-OK? The job will be held after PRINT AND SAVE THE printing.
CHAPTER 5 PERIPHERAL DEVICES This chapter explains the features and handling of the Saddle Stitch Finisher (AR-F13) and the Large Capacity Tray (AR-LC5N). Page SADDLE STITCH FINISHER .................5-2 Part names.....................5-2 Specifications ..................5-2 Staple cartridge replacement and staple jam removal ......5-4 Misfeed in the saddle stitch finisher ............5-7 LARGE CAPACITY TRAY ................5-9 Part name....................5-9...
SADDLE STITCH FINISHER The saddle stitch finisher can automatically place two staples for centreline binding of prints and fold them along the centreline. An optional hole punching unit is available for installation into the finisher. For information on using the saddle stitch finisher, see page 1-10 of the Operation manual (for printer). Part names Stapler compiler Top cover...
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SADDLE STITCH FINISHER Upper paper tray: Face up output: Same as paper specifications of the machine Face down output:A3W, A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5, 12" x 18", 11" x 17", Paper size 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4"...
SADDLE STITCH FINISHER Staple cartridge replacement and staple jam removal When the staple cartridge becomes empty or staples become jammed, a message will appear in the message display of the operation panel. Follow the procedure below to replace the staple cartridge or remove jammed staples. I I I I Staple cartridge replacement Open the front cover.
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SADDLE STITCH FINISHER I I I I Staple jam removal Remove the misfed paper. Unlatch the saddle stitch finisher and slide it away from the main unit. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal. Open the front cover. Close the saddle stitch section cover.
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SADDLE STITCH FINISHER Raise the lever at the end of the staple box. Push the stapler section back into the finisher. Remove the top staple if it is bent. If bent staples remain, a staple jam will occur again. Return the lever to its original position. Close the front cover.
SADDLE STITCH FINISHER Misfeed in the saddle stitch finisher When a misfeed occurs in the saddle stitch finisher, remove the misfed paper as follows. Close the top cover. Unlatch the saddle stitch finisher and slide it away from the main unit. If saddle stitching was selected, open the Remove the misfed paper from the main front cover.
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SADDLE STITCH FINISHER Remove the misfed paper. Close the saddle stitch section cover. Be careful not to tear the misfed paper during removal. Turn the roller knob in the direction of the Close the front cover. arrow. Push the saddle stitch finisher back Remove any misfed paper from the saddle against the main unit.
LARGE CAPACITY TRAY The large capacity tray provides the convenience of having 3,000 additional sheets of A4 (8-1/2" x 11") paper available. Part name Paper tray control button Specifications Paper size A4 (8-1/2" x 11") Page weight 64 to 105 g/m (17 to 28 lbs.) Paper capacity 3,000 sheets (80 g/m...
LARGE CAPACITY TRAY Loading paper The large capacity tray will automatically lower when the tray runs out of paper. Press the paper tray control button on the large capacity tray. The button lamp will blink while the feed table is lowering and will go out when the tray is ready to be opened.
LARGE CAPACITY TRAY Misfeed removal When a misfeed occurs in the large capacity tray, follow these steps to remove the misfed paper. While holding the tray release lever, Remove the misfed paper. carefully slide the large capacity tray away from the main unit until it stops. Release lever Gently push the tray back into place.
CHAPTER 6 SPECIFICATIONS This chapter provides specifications for the items indicated below. For the specifications of the peripheral devices, see Chapters 2 and 5. For the specifications of the stand with paper drawers, see page 2-7. Page SPECIFICATIONS ..................6-2 Printer ....................6-2 Duplex bypass/inverter unit (optional)............6-4 Print area ....................6-4 INDEX ......................6-5...
SPECIFICATIONS Printer Type Desktop (can be upgraded to console type if an optional stand is installed.) Print system Electrophotographic system Exposure system LED head system Developer system Contact non-magnetic single-component development Paper feed system Paper trays Fusing system Press roller fusing method Power PC 7410 - 500 MHz Memory capacity (standard) 128 MB...
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SPECIFICATIONS Continuous printing speed (when the offset function is not used) Black and white printing Colour printing Print paper size 100% / Reduced / Enlarged 100% / Reduced / Enlarged A3 (11" x 17") 15 prints/min. 13 prints/min. A3 wide (12" x 18") 7 prints/min.
SPECIFICATIONS Duplex bypass/inverter unit (optional) Number of sheets 1 sheet (non-stack method) Paper size Face-up output: Same as paper feed specifications of the machine Face-down output: A3W, A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5, 12" x 18", 11" x 17", 8-1/2"...
INDEX I I I I A I I I I J Applicable paper sizes ....... 2-9 to 2-10 Job status screen ..........1-8, 1-9 Applicable paper types....... 2-9 to 2-10 I I I I K Auto power shut-off mode ........1-3 Automatic two-sided printing ....
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INDEX I I I I P I I I I T Paper curled............2-30 The machine does not operate ......2-29 Paper recommended for colour......2-9 Toner cartridge ..........1-5, 2-20 Paper size slide............2-3 Total count ..........2-17, 2-19 Paper tray 1..........
SHARP Corporation makes no warranty of any kind with regard to its content. All information included herein is subject to change without notice. SHARP is not responsible for any loss or damages, direct or indirect, arising from or related to the use of this operation manual.
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