Sharp AR-203E Operation Manual
Sharp AR-203E Operation Manual

Sharp AR-203E Operation Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    MODEL AR-203E DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL INTRODUCTION LOADING PAPER MAKING COPIES INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE SPECIAL FUNCTIONS MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT OPTIONS APPENDIX Page...
  • Page 2 Shielded interface cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with EMC regulations. Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by law. The following items are normally prohibited from copying by national law. Other items may be prohibited by local law.
  • Page 3: Cautions On Using

    CAUTIONS Caution label on the unit The label ( ) in the fusing area of the unit indicates the following: : Caution, risk of danger Cautions on using Follow the cautions below when using this unit. Warning: • The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing misfed paper. •...
  • Page 4: Trademark Acknowledgements

    Proper storage for supplies Store the supplies (paper and toner cartridges) in a location that is: • clean and dry • at a stable temperature • not exposed to direct sunlight. Store paper in the wrapper and lying flat. • Paper stored out of the wrapper or in packages standing on end may curl or get damp, resulting in paper misfeeds.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION USING THE MANUAL ... 4 PART NAMES ... 5 OPERATION PANEL... 6 LOADING PAPER PAPER... 7 LOADING THE PAPER TRAY... 8 BYPASS FEED (including special paper) ... 10 MAKING COPIES COPY FLOW ... 12 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 13 ORIGINAL PLACEMENT...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    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...
  • Page 7: Part Names

    PART NAMES SPF as an option Original guide Peep hole Exit area Document feeder tray SPF scan area (option) Toner cartridge Original table Operation panel Front cover Paper tray Side cover open button Multi-bypass tray Side cover Bypass paper guides Paper output tray Original cover Document...
  • Page 8: Operation Panel

    OPERATION PANEL Exposure mode selector key and indicators Use to sequentially select the exposure modes: AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO. Selected mode is shown by a lit indicator. (p.17) Light and dark keys and indicators Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO exposure level.
  • Page 9: Loading Paper

    Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray. PAPER For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP. Type of paper Type of media feeding Paper tray Standard paper Multi-bypass Standard paper and tray thick paper Special media...
  • Page 10: Loading The Paper Tray

    LOADING THE PAPER TRAY Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it stops. Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper width and length. Squeeze the lever of paper guide the guide to match with the width of the paper.
  • Page 11 Gently push the paper tray back into the unit. • After loading paper, to cancel the blinking copying, press the clear ( and the start ( ) indicator will light up. • Be sure that paper is free of rips, dust, wrinkles, and curled or bent edges. •...
  • Page 12: Bypass Feed (Including Special Paper)

    BYPASS FEED (including special paper) The multi-bypass tray can be used to feed standard paper, transparency film, labels, envelopes, and other special purpose paper. Paper measuring from A6 to A4 and in the weight range of 56 to 128g/m 105 to 128g/m , A4 is the maximum size.) •...
  • Page 13 • Paper must be fed narrow side into the feed slot. • Transparency film, labels, envelopes, and other special purpose papers must be fed individually. • When copying onto transparency film, remove each copy promptly. Do not let copies stack up. When loading an envelope, make sure that it is straight and flat.
  • Page 14: Making Copies

    This chapter explains basic and other copying functions. The unit is equipped with a one-page memory buffer. This memory allows the unit to scan an original once only and make up to 99 copies. This feature improves workflow, reduces operation noise from the copier, and provides higher reliability by reducing wear and tear on the scanning mechanism.
  • Page 15: Connecting The Power Cord

    CONNECTING THE POWER CORD If you use the unit in a country other than the country where the unit was purchased, you will need to make sure that your local power supply is compatible with your model. If you plug the unit into an incompatible power supply, irreparable damage to the unit will result.
  • Page 16 About the scan head The scan head lamp remains on constantly when the unit is in the ready condition (when the start ( The unit adjusts the scan head lamp periodically to maintain copying quality. At this time, the scan head moves automatically. This is normal and does not indicate unit trouble.
  • Page 17: Original Placement

    ORIGINAL PLACEMENT Using the original table • The original table can read up to A4 original. • Image loss 4mm can occur at the leading and trailing edges of the copies. Also image loss 4.5mm in total can occur along the other edges of the copies.
  • Page 18: Using The Spf

    Using the SPF The SPF is designed to hold up to 50 originals measuring from A5 to A4 and weighting from 56 to 90 g/m • Before feeding originals in the original feeder tray, be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from them. •...
  • Page 19: Set The Copy Quantity

    SET THE COPY QUANTITY Set the number of copies using the two copy quantity ( from the original table or from the SPF if installed. • Press the clear ( • A single copy can be made with the initial setting, i.e., when "0" is displayed.
  • Page 20: Automatic Exposure Adjustment

    Automatic exposure adjustment This automatic exposure level will remain in effect until you change it again by this procedure. The automatic exposure level can be adjusted to suit your copying needs. This level is set for copying from the original table and copying from the SPF respectively. When adjusting the automatic exposure level for copying from the SPF, place an original in the original feeder tray and make sure that the SPF (...
  • Page 21: Reduction/Enlargement/Zoom

    REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Three preset reduction ratios and two enlargement ratios can be selected. The zoom function enables copy ratio selection from 25% to 400% in 1% increments. Set the original and check the paper size. Use the copy ratio selector key and/or ZOOM ( select the desired copy ratio.
  • Page 22: Installing The Software

    INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE This chapter explains how to install and configure the software that is required for the printer and scanner functions of the machine. The procedure for viewing the Online Manual is also explained. • The screen images in this manual are mainly for Windows XP. With other versions of Windows, some screen images may be different from those in this manual.
  • Page 23: Before Installation

    BEFORE INSTALLATION Hardware and software requirements Check the following hardware and software requirements in order to install the software. Computer type IBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with a USB 2.0* Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional* Operating system* Windows XP* Display 800 x 600 dots (SVGA) display with 256 colors (or better)
  • Page 24: Installing The Software

    INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE • In the following explanations it is assumed that the mouse is configured for right hand operation. • The scanner function only works when using a USB cable. • If an error message appears, follow the instructions on the screen to solve the problem.
  • Page 25 Select "Connected to this computer" and click the "Next" button. Follow the on-screen instructions. When "The installation of the SHARP software is complete." appears, click the "OK" button and go to step 12. • If you are using Windows Vista and a security warning window appears, be sure to click "Install this driver software anyway".
  • Page 26 You will return to the window of step 8. If you wish to install Button Manager or Sharpdesk, click the "Utility Software" button. If you do not wish to install the Utility Software, click the "Close" button and go to step 12. After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear.
  • Page 27 After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer. Make sure that the power of the machine is turned on, and then connect the USB cable (p. 26). Windows will detect the machine and a Plug and Play screen will appear.
  • Page 28: Connecting A Usb Cable

    Connecting a USB cable Follow the procedure below to connect the machine to your computer. A USB cable for connecting the machine to your computer is not included with the machine. Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. • USB is available with a PC/AT compatible computer that was originally equipped with USB and had Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista preinstalled.
  • Page 29 Click the "Printer Driver" button. Click the "Display Readme" button to show information on packages that are selected. Select "Connected via the network" and click the "Next" button. Click the "Add Network Port" button. If you are using Windows 98/Me/2000/XP, you can also click the "Add Network Port"...
  • Page 30 In the printer port selection window, verify the network printer that is shared and whether the machine is to be used as the default printer, make the selections and click the "Next" button. Follow the on-screen instructions. • If you are using Windows Vista and a security warning window appears, be sure to click "Install this driver software anyway".
  • Page 31: Indicators On The Operation Panel

    INDICATORS ON THE OPERATION PANEL To configure the appropriate settings in the print server, see the operation manual or help file of your operating system. The ONLINE indicator and the start ( scanner. SCAN indicator ONLINE indicator Start indicator Indicates the unit is ready for copying or scanning is being performed. Blinking: The indicator blinks in the following situations: •...
  • Page 32: Using The Printer Mode

    • On Windows Vista, click "Control Panel", and then click "Printer". • On Windows 98/Me/2000, select "Settings" and click "Printers". Click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" printer driver icon and from the "File" menu select "Properties". On Windows Vista, select "Properties" from the "Organize" menu.
  • Page 33: How To Print

    Open the document you intend to print, and select "Print" from the application's "File" menu. Make sure that "SHARP AR-xxxx" is selected as the current printer. If you intend to change any print setting, click the "Preferences" button to open the setting dialog.
  • Page 34: Using The Scanner Mode

    SC6". Click the "Select an event" button and select "ScanMenu SC2" from the pull-down menu. Select "Sharp Button Manager S" in "Start this program" and click "Apply". Do the same for each ScanMenu through "ScanMenu SC6". When the settings have been completed, click the "OK" button to close the screen.
  • Page 35 Control Panel options" in the Control Panel and display the "Scanner and Cameras" icon. Select "SHARP AR-xxxx", and click the "Properties" button. In Windows Me, right click "SHARP AR-xxxx" and click "Properties" in the menu that appears. In the "Properties" screen, click the "Events"...
  • Page 36 Scan Button Destination Setting Dialog Box After you have completed the Button Manager settings in Windows, configure the scan settings in Button Manager. To configure the scan settings in Button Manager, right click the ( ) icon in the Taskbar and select "Setting" from the menu that appears.
  • Page 37 SCAN key pressed. The settings for the Windows Event Manager for the SHARP AR-xxxx (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) device allow the user to take advantage of the Sharp Button Manager to take control of events from Windows and send scanned images to any application that can be selected in Button Manager.
  • Page 38 Windows Platforms provide a mechanism for software to handle external events for a scanner device like the SHARP AR-xxxx (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) series products. This mechanism is controlled by the device manager on a device basis.
  • Page 39 Using the SCAN key to begin scanning • Scanning is not possible during a copy job. • If the SCAN ( stored. • When scanning an original that has been placed in the SPF, only one original can be placed unless you are using Sharpdesk. Press the SCAN ( The unit enters scan mode.
  • Page 40 Press the start ( Scanning will start and the scanned data will be transferred to the application. • If the following screen appears, select Button Manager and click "OK". Button Manager starts and the application associated with Button Manager starts. If you want only Button Manager to start in this case, set up Button Manager for use in Windows as explained in "Setting up the...
  • Page 41 (p.15). After starting Sharpdesk, click the "File" menu and select "Select Scanner". Select "SHARP MFP TWAIN S", and click the "Select" button. If you use more than one scanning device, select the scanner you want to use through the application. The method for accessing the "Select Scanner"...
  • Page 42 Panel", and click "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Scanners and Cameras" in the start menu. Click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" icon and click "Get picture" in "Imaging Tasks". The "Scanner and Camera Wizard" appears. Click "Next" and establish the basic settings for scanning.
  • Page 43: How To Use The Online Manual

    To close the online manual, click the ( the window. • The online manual can be printed out using Acrobat Reader. SHARP recommends printing out the sections which you refer to frequently. • Refer to "Help" of Acrobat Reader for more details on the operation and function of Acrobat Reader.
  • Page 44: Special Functions

    This chapter describes the special functions of this unit. Use these functions as needed. DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Toner save mode (page 42) Reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%. Power save modes (page 43) The unit has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode.
  • Page 45: User Programs

    To enter the toner save mode, press the light ( ) key. The light and dark indicator marked "1" will light up, indicating the toner save mode is selected. Press the exposure mode selector key. The PHOTO ( steadily. The light and dark indicator marked "3" will light up. The toner save mode is now active.
  • Page 46: Displaying Total Number Of Copies

    Program SPF automatic original discharge time (if installed) Resolution of AUTO & MANUAL mode Reset factory Prevention of OC copies when the SPF is up function Copy effective paper width setting function (Bypass tray) Copy effective paper width setting function (Tray 1) Copy effective paper width setting function...
  • Page 47: Maintenance

    This chapter describes how to replace the toner cartridge and how to clean unit. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximise the life and performance of SHARP copiers.
  • Page 48 Gently pull the toner cartridge out while pressing the lock release lever. • After removing the toner cartridge, do not shake it or tap on it. Doing so may cause toner to leak from the cartridge. Put the old cartridge immediately in the bag contained in the box of the new cartridge.
  • Page 49: Toner Cartridge Life

    Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The indicator ( ) will go out and the start ( When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover.
  • Page 50: Cleaning The Unit

    CLEANING THE UNIT Proper care is essential in order to get clean, sharp copies. Be sure to take a few minutes to regularly clean the unit. Do not spray flammable cleaner gas. Gas from the spray may come in contact with the internal electrical components or high-temperature parts of the fusing unit, creating a risk of fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 51: Transfer Charger

    Transfer charger If copies start becoming streaky or blotchy, the transfer charger may be dirty. Clean the charger using the following procedure. Turn the power switch off. (p.14) Open the multi-bypass, then the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab.
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting The Unit

    TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT This chapter describes misfeed removal and troubleshooting. TROUBLESHOOTING If any problem occurs, check the list below before contacting your authorised service representative. For problems with the printer function or the scanner function, see the online manual or the Help file for the printer/scanner driver. Problem Unit plugged in? Power switch on?
  • Page 53: Status Indicators

    When the following indicators light up or blink on the operation panel or the following alphanumeric codes appear in the display, solve the problem immediately referring to both the table below and the relevant page. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Indication...
  • Page 54: Misfeed Removal

    MISFEED REMOVAL When the misfeed ( stop because of a misfeed. If a misfeed occurs when using the SPF, a number may appear in the display after a minus sign. This indicates the number of the originals that must be returned to the original feeder tray after a misfeed. Return the required number of originals.
  • Page 55: A: Misfeed In The Paper Feed Area

    A: Misfeed in the paper feed area Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration. When the misfeed ( blinks, and the misfed paper is not seen from the paper feed area, pull out the paper tray and remove the misfed paper. If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to "B: Misfeed in the fusing area".
  • Page 56 Gently remove the misfed paper from under the fusing unit as shown in the illustration. If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to "C: Misfeed in the transport area". Raise the fusing unit release lever and then close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button.
  • Page 57 Raise the fusing unit release lever, close the front cover and then close the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The misfeed ( go out and the start ( When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover.
  • Page 58: Developer Required

    ( DEVELOPER REQUIRED When the developer replacement required ( should be replaced. DEVELOPER REPLACEMENT SHOULD ONLY BE DONE BY AN AUTORIZED SHARP SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Contact your service centre as soon as possible. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED When maintenance ( service technician is required.
  • Page 59: Scan Head Locking Switch

    SCAN HEAD LOCKING SWITCH The scan head locking switch is under the original table. If the switch is locked ( the unit will not operate. Unlock the switch ( Grasp here and turn in the direction of the arrow. Lock To lock the scan head locking switch, hold up the catch in illustration turn the center knob counter-clockwise 90 degrees until you hear a click.
  • Page 60: Options

    See "Using the SPF" (p.16), "CLEANING THE UNIT" (p.48) and "E: Misfeed in the SPF" (p.55). OPTIONS 250-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D33) AR-203E Exit area Original guide Document feeder cover Peep hole Document feeder tray...
  • Page 61: If A Paper Misfeed Occurs In The Main Unit When Using The Spf

    IF A PAPER MISFEED OCCURS IN THE MAIN UNIT WHEN USING THE SPF If a paper misfeed occurs in the main unit paper path when making copies with original(s) through the SPF, the SPF will automatically stop scanning. Manually remove the misfed paper(s) in the main unit. You can check the number of originals that must be returned to the document feeder tray in the display on the operation panel.
  • Page 62: 250-Sheet Paper Feed Unit (Ar-D33)

    Click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" printer driver icon and from the "File" menu select "Properties". • On Windows Vista, click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" printer driver icon and select "Properties" from the "Organize" menu. • On Windows 98/Me, click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" printer driver icon, select "Properties"...
  • Page 63: Appendix

    Copier Resolution Printer Scanner Scan Gradation Output Bit depth APPENDIX AR-203E Digital multifunctional system, desk-top type Dry, electrostatic transfer Sheets, bound documents Available - Cable required (USB) Available - Cable required (USB) 250 sheets 50 sheets 200 sheets Max. A4...
  • Page 64 462.5mm 16kg 518mm 462.5mm 295.6mm Temperature: 10°C to 30°C Humidity: 20% to 85% SHARP GDI USB interface (USB 2.0 Full Speed) Sound Power Level L Copying: 6.4 [B] Standby: 3.3 [B] Sound Pressure Level L Copying: 48 [dB (A)] Standby: 17 [dB (A)]...
  • Page 65 498mm (W) x 395mm (D) x 88mm (H) Power supply Drawn from the unit As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units.
  • Page 66: About Supplies And Options

    When ordering supplies, please use the correct part numbers as listed below. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximize the life and performance of SHARP copiers.
  • Page 67: Index

    INDEX 250-sheet paper feed unit ...60 About supplies ...64 Alarm indicator - Developer replacement required indicator...6, 51, 56 - Maintenance indicator ...6, 51, 56 - Misfeed indicator ...6, 51, 53 - Toner cartridge replacement required indicator...6, 45, 51 Appendix ...61 Auto clear time ...43 Auto power shut-off mode...43 Automatic exposure adjustment...18...
  • Page 68 Troubleshooting the unit ... 50 USB interface cable... 26 Using the manual... 4 Using the printer mode ... 30 Using the scanner mode... 32 Using the SHARP TWAIN ... 38 ZOOM indicator ... 6, 19 ZOOM key ... 6, 19...
  • Page 69: Index By Purpose

    - Transport area... 54 Replacing the toner cartridge ... 45 Scanning - Button Manager... 37 - Scanner and Camera Wizard... 40 - SHARP TWAIN ... 39 Selecting the tray ... 19 Setting the copy quality - AUTO ... 17 - MANUAL ... 17 - PHOTO ...
  • Page 70: Material Safety Data Sheet

    Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd. No1 Huntingwood Drive Huntingwood Blacktown N.S.W. Telephone number for information Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Sonninstrasse 3, 20097 Hamburg...
  • Page 71 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests performed using toner. When used as intended according to instructions, studies do not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur.
  • Page 72 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Exposure Limit Values OSHA-PEL(USA) ACGIH-TLV(USA) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Hand Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Other Protective Equipment 9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Physical State : Solid Boiling / Melting Point Softening Point(°C) Flash Point(°C) lgnition Point(°C ) Explosion Properties Density(g/cm³)
  • Page 73 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Chronic Effect : In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate degree of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration (16mg/m group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in the middle (4mg/m exposure group, the most relevant level to potential human exposures.
  • Page 74 Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. Telephone number for information Emergency telephone number Sharp Corporation of Australia PTY. Ltd. No1 Huntingwood Drive Huntingwood Blacktown N.S.W. Telephone number for information Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH Sonninstrasse 3, 20097 Hamburg...
  • Page 75 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 3.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Most Important Hazards and Effects of the Products Human Health Effects : There are no anticipated carcinogenic effects from exposure based on animal tests performed using toner. When used as intended according to instructions, studies do not indicate any symptoms of fibrosis will occur.
  • Page 76 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Exposure Limit Values OSHA-PEL(USA) ACGIH-TLV(USA) Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection Hand Protection Eye Protection Skin Protection Other Protective Equipment 9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance Physical State : Solid Boiling / Melting Point Flash Point(°C) lgnition Point(°C ) Explosion Properties Density(g/cm³) Solubility in Water...
  • Page 77 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Chronic Effect : In a study in rats of chronic inhalation exposure to a typical toner, a mild to moderate degree of lung fibrosis was observed in 92% of the rats in the high concentration (16mg/m group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in the middle (4mg/m exposure group, the most relevant level to potential human exposures.
  • Page 78: Information On Disposal For Business Users

    If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it: Please contact your SHARP dealer who will inform you about the take-back of the product. You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling.
  • Page 79: Luokan 1 Laserlaite

    CLASS 3B INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG DER KLASSE 3B, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERBRÜCKT. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN. USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING AF KLASSE 3B VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSBRYDERE ER UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
  • Page 80 SHARP Manufacturing France S.A. Route de Bollwiller 68360 SOULTZ FRANCE...
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