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enhanced multifunction document solutions
copy
print
scan
fax
multi-task
With sophisticated features and advanced
multifunction capabilities, the new Sharp
AR-M237 IMAGERTM speeds up your workflow—
and increases productivity.
With today’s accelerated pace of business, the ability to multi-task is essential. That’s why Sharp
designed the new AR-M237 Digital IMAGER. A truly versatile performer, the AR-M237 IMAGER
is a powerful, 23-ppm out-of-the-box multifunction copier/printer designed for busy depart-
ments and workgroups. With standard features that include a 100-sheet reversing document
feeder, auto-duplexing, and 1200-dpi laser output, the Sharp AR-M237 IMAGER delivers the
performance and reliability required in today’s demanding workplace. And
best of all, the Sharp AR-M237 IMAGER allows you to add functionality as
your business needs evolve. Integrate powerful multifunction capabilities
such as PCL6 and Postscript Level 3 network printing, advanced network
scanning, Super G3 faxing, web-based management—even leading-edge
security features.
The new AR-M237 IMAGER delivers
the performance, versatility, and reliability
required in today’s demanding workplace.
Advanced Features in a User-Friendly Design
Enhanced Copying
at your Fingertips
Convenient, PCL6 Network Printing
Sharp’s optional PCL6 Print Controller with standard
imbedded networking combines best-in-class features with
leading-edge digital technology—
for even more performance and
functionality. With 64 MB standard
memory, 1200-dpi true output
resolution and 10/100baseT
networking, the AR-M237
IMAGER prints ultra-crisp
The 23-ppm Sharp AR-M237 IMAGER
was designed with advanced features
to help you maximize productivity.
With a standard 100-sheet RADF,
electronic sorting, auto-duplex
capability and 1200 dpi output,
the AR-M237 IMAGER can tackle
even the most complex jobs with ease.
With an animated graphical interface,
The 1,100-sheet standard
on-line paper capacity can
be expanded to 2,100
sheets.
documents over your network —
right from the convenience of
the user-friendly, touch-screen display makes
using the AR-M237 IMAGER a breeze.
your desktop. And, with features that
include Carbon Copy Print mode, cover pages, proof
printing and optional form/font downloads, you get
professional-looking, high-quality documents—without the
cost of outsourcing. For cost accounting, you can also track
print usage with advanced features that include auditing
and job retention.
Multiple Sets in a Flash
Need to produce several large leave-behinds for
a presentation? It’s easy with the job build feature.
Just program the AR-M237 IMAGER and it does all the
work, delivering up to 500 sheets total. With the optional
1,000-sheet finisher, you’ll have versatile output capabilities
for truly professional results.
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High-Quality Out-of-the-Box PC Printing
The Sharp AR-M237 IMAGER also offers impressive
standard PC printing that outputs jobs at up to
1200 x 600 dpi (enhanced) resolution. For speedy
printing, Sharp’s host-based print controller utilizes
JBIG compression, which reduces the job’s file size.
With a standard USB-2.0 interface and IEEE 1284 parallel
interface, the AR-M237 IMAGER offers flexible connection
alternatives to your computer.
1. Input number of copies
2. Select Tray 1, 2, and 3
3. Print
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The AR-M237 IMAGER will maximize your productivity
with time saving features including N-up printing,
fit-to-page, auto-duplexing and sorting. With the
innovative modularity of the AR-M237 IMAGER, you
can add networking and advanced printing emulations
such as PCL6 and Postscript Level 3—as your business
needs evolve.
With Carbon Copy Print mode, the AR-M237 IMAGER can produce forms in
triplicate quickly and easily.
Streamline Your Workflow with Integrated Network Scanning
Distribute Documents Effortlessly
with Optional Network Scanning
By adding the AR-NS2 Network Scanning Kit, the AR-M237
IMAGER becomes a powerful document distribution system
with features that include Scan to E-mail, Scan to Desktop,
Scan to FTP, and Scan to URL. For optimum compatibility,
scanned documents can be saved in today’s most widely
used file formats including PDF and TIFF. To enter a scan
With the AR-M237 IMAGER’s Network Scanning Kit with LDAP,
users only need to enter the first few characters of the destination
e-mail address.
destination or address, just use the QWERTY keyboard on
the touch-screen LCD display. For even greater efficiency,
the AR-M237 IMAGER also stores up to 200 one-touch scan
destinations—eliminating manual entry and saving time.
If you don’t know a recipient’s address, the built-in LDAP
feature (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) makes it
easy to locate. Simply enter the first few characters of the
address and the AR-M237 IMAGER will search the Global
Address Book in your company’s mail server, and then
display a list to choose from.
NEW!
For security-conscious environments, the Sharp AR-M237
IMAGER also supports User Authentication, giving you
the ability to restrict network scan access to authorized
users only.
The AR-M237 IMAGER searches the Global Address Book on your
company’s mail server—saving you valuable time.
The AR-M237 IMAGER’s Scan Destinations
Scan to E-mail
Scan to Desktop
The AR-M237 IMAGER’s advanced Scan to E-mail
function allows users to send documents to any e-mail
address with the touch of a few buttons. Additionally,
users can enter a unique filename for the scanned
document, as well as select the sender and enter
information into the subject fields. When the recipient
receives the e-mail, these fields are filled in with specific
information about the attached document.
Scan documents directly to your desktop computer
for storing, archiving, editing or routing. The network
scanning option includes Sharpdesk Document
Management software, which provides users with
comprehensive, easy-to-use tools to edit and manage
scanned documents.
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Scan to FTP
Scan directly to an FTP server for special applications
such as corporate-wide posting or archiving.
Scan to URL
Eliminate sending large files over the Internet by
sending e-mail recipients a link to a scanned document
instead. Scan to URL scans the document directly to an
FTP site, and generates a live link for your recipient. This
is also good for sending documents to large groups.
Super Fast, Super G3 Fax Functionality
The Super G3 Fax Module also delivers powerful LAN fax
function that allow users to transmit documents right from
Fax Documents with Incredible Speed
With the optional Super G3 Fax Module,
their desktop PC!
With the AR-M237
IMAGER’s intuitive
PC fax driver,
sending a fax
from your desktop
is as easy as
the AR-M237 IMAGER doubles as a powerful
workgroup facsimile, enabling you to send documents
quickly and easily. With sophisticated features such as
duplex scanning, F-code communication, and ledger-size
reception, the AR-M237 IMAGER can easily handle the
demands of busy workgroups. Designed for heavy usage,
the AR-M237 IMAGER can also broadcast up to 200
destinations, and can store up to 500 auto numbers, all of
which can be managed through the touch-screen display.
printing a file.
The animated touch-screen LCD display guides users step by step through each function—
making the AR-M237 IMAGER incredibly easy to use.
Sophisticated Security to Protect Your Business
Protect your data with the optional Data Security
Kit. The Data Security Kit sanitizes the memory in
the AR-M237 IMAGER by overwriting the document
data, offering an unprecedented level of assurance
(Available January 2004).
Sharp’s Layered Security Approach
The AR-M237 IMAGER offers several levels of
network and data security to ensure unauthorized
personnel cannot intercept valuable information.
Sharp, a leader in office equipment security, enables
IT professionals to securely deploy digital copying,
printing, scanning and faxing—in any business or
government environment.
These scalable security offerings aim to protect your
intellectual property and preserve confidential informa-
tion by enabling you to meet regulatory requirements,
such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Act (HIPAA) and the Gramm Leach Bliley Act (GLB).
For additional information visit www.sharpusa.com.
Safeguard your printed documents from unauthorized
viewing with the AR-M237 IMAGER’s Confidential
Print feature. With PIN-code authorization, it reduces
the risk of printed documents getting into the wrong
hands by requiring the user to enter a PIN code to
print their queued document (Available with AR-P17
Print Controller).
Protect your network from unauthorized e-mail
communications with User Authentication. It requires
users to log in before performing any network scanning
operations (Available with AR-P17 Print Controller and
AR-NS2 Network Scanning Kit).
IP/MAC Address
Filtering enables
you to restrict access
to the network.
Restrict access to the AR-M237 IMAGER on your
network with IP/MAC Address Filtering and
protocol control (Available with AR-P17 Print
Controller).
User-Friendly Software to Optimize Efficiency
Speed up installation and configuration of printers
on the network with Printer Administration Utility.
Designed primarily for IT Managers, PAU also provides
the convenience of monitoring any SNMP-compliant
printer on the network—right from the desktop.
Sharp’s Administration Utility Suite
To assist you in managing all the sophisticated
features of the AR-M237 IMAGER, Sharp designed the
Administration Utility Suite, a collection of easy-to-use
tools and software that simplifies the installation, monitor-
ing and operation of the AR-M237 IMAGER.
For desktop users, the Printer Status Monitor’s easy-to-
use interface allows you to view printer conditions, check
paper levels, toner and more—before you send your job.
Web-based management for both users and administra-
tors is incredibly convenient with the AR-M237 IMAGER
Home Page. Right from their desktop, users can manage
network scanning destinations and profiles, as well as
access custom web links such as My Sharp, a dedicated
customer-care website that offers solutions, resources,
and information specific to your AR-M237 IMAGER.
Administrators can access
For maximum uptime, Sharp’s Remote E-mail
Diagnostics (R.E.D.) enables IT Managers and Authorized
Sharp Dealers to automatically receive e-mails regarding
operation and performance of the AR-M237 IMAGER.
device configuration,
network settings, IP filtering,
and protocol control—without
ever leaving their desk.
The Sharp Administration Utility Suite
IMAGER Home Page
Printer Administration Utility
Printer Status Monitor
Remote E-Mail Diagnostics
Powerful Document Management with SharpdeskTM
Powerful, flexible and intuitive, Sharpdesk enables you to easily
integrate scanned documents into your everyday workflow.
With a familiar icon-driven interface, Sharpdesk allows you to
view document thumbnails in over 200 file formats. Easy-to-use
tools help you organize, edit—even merge different files from
different applications—for greater productivity.
s p e c i f i c a t i o n s
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Copier Specifications AR-M237 IMAGER
JBIG Speed-Enhanced Printer Function (standard)
AR-FN5N Finisher (optional)
Type:
Digital duplex copier-based MFP
Copy, PC Print
Emulation:
Sharp SPLC host-based with
Output Trays:
2 trays, face down
JBIG compression
600 dpi, 1200 x 600 dpi (enhanced)
Standard Functions:
Optional Functions:
Output Capacity:
Lower tray: 1, 000 sheets (letter size),
Upper tray: 100 sheets
Resolution:
Network Printing, Network Scanning,
Super G3 Fax
Print Speed:
15 pages per minute (single print mode),
Stapler Function:
30 sheets maximum,
1 position front side corner
23 pages per minute (ROPM mode)
Copy System:
Originals:
Original Size (Max):
Copy Size:
Dry electrostatic transfer system
Sheets, bound documents
11" x 17"
Operating Systems:
Memory:
Windows® 95/98/ME, NT4.0, 2000, XP
Shared
Weight:
Dimensions:
Approximately 41 pounds
15.5" (w) x 20.11" (d) x 21.25" (h)
Features:
Two sided printing, N-up printing, paper
source selection, output tray selection,
fit to page, image adjustment, watermarks,
smoothing, photo enhancement, and ROPM
Min. 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", Max. 11" x 17"
AR-FX7 Super G3 Fax Kit (optional)
Copy Speed:
23 copies per minute (8 1/2" x 11")
16 copies per minute (8 1/2" x 11"R)
13 copies per minute (8 1/2" x 14")
12 copies per minute (11" x 17")
Transmission Mode:
Modem Speed:
Super G3, G3
33.6 KBPS 5
PC Interface:
Standard: IEEE 1284 (ECP) parallel port,
USB 2.0 port
Compression Methods: JBIG, MMR, MR, MH
Continuous Copy:
Maximum 999 copies
Scanning Method:
Max. Transmit
Resolution:
Sheet fed simplex or duplex or book
400 dpi (ultra-fine)
First Copy Out Time: 4.8 seconds or less
AR-P17 Print Controller (optional)
Warm Up Time:
Zoom Range:
23 seconds or less
25% to 400% in 1% increments
(with RSPF 50%-200%)
Emulation:
Resolution:
Print Speed:
Operating Systems:
PCL6 (XL), PCL5e, PS3 (optional)
1,200 dpi, 600 dpi, 300 dpi
23 pages per minute
Windows 95/98/ME, NT4.0, 2000, XP,
MAC OS 8.6 through 9.x, MAC OS 10.1
or later
Transmission Speed:
Approximately 2 seconds with JBIG 5
Auto Dialing Methods: 500 auto dial/group dial destinations
Fixed Zoom Mode:
Exposure System:
25%, 50%, 64%, 77%, 100%, 121%,
129%, 200%, 400%
Fixed optical source, slit exposure
(stationary platen) with automatic exposure
Group Dialing:
Broadcasting:
Programs:
Up to 200 destinations
Up to 200 destinations
8 profiles
Department Control: 100 profiles
Software:
Memory:
Print driver, Printer Status Monitor,
Original Feed System: Standard: 100-sheet reversing single pass
Printer Administration Utility, PC fax driver 1
Memory:
Halftone:
2 MB standard/10 MB max. (8 MB option)
256 levels
document feeder (RSPF) with stream
feeding mode, mixed letter/legal size
64 MB standard, expandable to 320 MB
Timer Functions:
Features:
Up to 50 jobs
original detection, and mixed (lateral feed)
letter/ledger original size detection.
Standard: (2) 500-sheet paper cassettes
Standard: (1) 100-sheet manual bypass tray
Optional: (1) 500-sheet paper feed unit or
(1) 1000-sheet paper feed unit (500 x 2)
Paper Cassettes: 15-21 lb. standard or
recycled bond, or 21-28 lb. special paper.
Bypass Tray (multi-sheet feed): Up to 100
sheets 14-21 lb. standard or recycled bond
paper, up to 40 sheets for OHP film and
labels, up to 30 sheets for 21-54 lb. thick
paper, up to 5 sheets for envelopes (#10),
Bypass (single-sheet feed tray): 14-34 lb.
standard or recycled bond paper, OHP,
labels, and thick paper up to 54 lb.
RIP-Once Print-Many: Yes (managed by host machine)
F-Code transmission/reception, confidential
communication, quick on-line transmission,
anti-junk fax reception, out of paper
memory reception, and PC faxing
Features:
Binding edge, N-up printing, different cover
Paper Feed System:
Paper Type:
page/last page, transparency inserts, carbon
copy print mode, continuous printing, over-
lay, fit to page, watermarks, PIN printing,
print hold, proof print, print auditor, print
smoothing, offset print, font/form down-
loads, and direct print function 2
Optional Equipment
AR-D21
AR-D22
AR-FN5N
AR-TR3
500-sheet x 1 drawer paper feed unit
500-sheet x 2 drawers paper feed unit
1,000-sheet finisher/30 sheet stapler
Job Separator tray
PC Interface:
Standard: IEEE 1284 (ECP) parallel port,
USB 2.0 port
Network Support
Hardware Interface:
Type:
AR-P17
PCL6 Print Controller with network interface
RJ-45 Ethernet connection
10/100 BaseT
Windows 95/98/ME/XP Professional/
NT4.0/2000/2003 Server, Sun Solaris 2.3
to 2.5/2.6, HP-UX 9.x/10.x, AIX 4.x.x, BSD
Linux, Unix, Novell Netware 3.x/4.x/5.x/6.0,
MAC OS
3, 4
AR-PK1N
Postscript Level 3 Kit
AR-NS2
AR-NC5J
AR-FX7
AR-MM9
AR-PF1
Network Scanning Kit 4, 6
Network Operating
Network Interface Card (protocol expansion)
Super G3 Fax Kit
8 MB fax upgrade memory
Systems:3
Memory (total):
48 MB total (includes electronic sorting),
up to 1,024 MB option
Electronic Sort
shared Function:
Up to 100-sheet electronic sorting (shared
memory), group copy, rotation copy, 2-in-1
copy / 4-in-1 copy, edge erase, center
erase, and margin shift
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Bar Code Font Kit
Network Protocols: 3 TCP/IP for Windows, Novell,
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AR-PF2
Macro Font Flash ROM Kit
(available late 2003)
Apple/Macintosh, and Unix environments,
IPX/SPX for Novell environments, and
AR-237ABL
AR-237ABH
Low Stand (for use with 3 or
Copy Resolution:
Exposure Modes:
Scan: 600 dpi; Copy output: 1,200 dpi
Super photo mode: 1,200 dpi, Photo
mode: 600 dpi, Auto exposure: 600 dpi
AppleTalk for Macintosh® environments
4-tray configuration)
Printing Protocols: 3
Network Security:
LPR, IPP, Raw TCP (port 9100), HTTP,
Novell NDS/ PServer/Rprinter (Bindery)/
NDPS (TCP/IP)
IP/Mac Address Filtering, protocol
enable/disable
High Stand (for use with 2-tray configuration)
Halftone:
Copy Features:
256 gradations/2 levels
Scan-Once Print-Many, electronic sorting,
Auto Paper Sensing (APS), Auto
Supplies
AR-270MT
AR-271MD
AR-271DR
Toner Cartridge
Developer
Drum Cartridge
Magnification Sensing (AMS), auto tray
switching, manual zoom, job build, split
scan, booklet copy, multi-shot, reverse
image, cover page, department control,
job programs, auditor/coin vend ready,
toner save mode, and total counter
AR-NS2 Network Scanning Kit (optional)4
Type:
Flat bed monochrome scanning system
Original Feed System: Platen/document feeder, simplex/duplex
with RSPF feeds up to 39 opm
200 dpi, 300 dpi, 600 dpi
Department Control: 100 profiles
Job Programs: 10 profiles
Output Tray Capacity: Main output tray 500 sheets (face down),
100 sheets in optional Job Separator Tray,
and 1,000 sheets in optional finisher
Resolution:
Image Format:
TIFF 6.0, ITU-T G3/G4 TIFF, G3/G4
single/multi-page PDF
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Scan Destinations:
Destination Profiles:
Operating System:
Network Protocols:
Network Security:
Software:
E-mail, Desktop, FTP, URL
Up to 200
Windows 95/98/ME, 2000, XP
TCP/IP (includes SMTP, LDAP, FTP)
E-mail server user authentication
Requires optional AR-FX7 Super G3 Fax Kit.
Requires AR-PK1N.
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(output tray is user selectable)
Standard paper shifter for main output tray
AC 120 V, 60 HZ, 12 Amps
3 Certain network operating systems and protocols
may require optional AR-NC5J NIC; see your local
authorized Sharp dealer for details.
Offset Stacking:
Power Requirement:
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Power Consumption: Maximum 1,400 W, pre-heat 90 W,
Requires AR-P17 Print Controller.
Sharpdesk Document Management
Software (included)
sleep mode 1 W
Approximately 112 pounds
5 Based on ITU Test chart #1 in standard resolution,
Weight:
actual transmission time will vary based on line conditions.
Requires 128 MB memory upgrade on AR-P17.
Dimensions:
24.5" (w) x 23.9" (d), x 30.9" (h)
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Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
This machine has been tested for conformance with US
government Section 508 legislation regarding accessibility.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has
determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Sharp Electronics Corporation
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, NJ 07430-1163
1-800-BE-SHARP
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