Sharp Ar 237m User Manual

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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 todays accelerated pace of business, the ability to multi-task is essential. Thats 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 todays 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 todays demanding workplace.  
Advanced Features in a User-Friendly Design  
Enhanced Copying  
at your Fingertips  
Convenient, PCL6 Network Printing  
Sharps 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? Its 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.  
Part 1  
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, Sharps host-based print controller utilizes  
JBIG compression, which reduces the jobs 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 todays most widely  
used file formats including PDF and TIFF. To enter a scan  
With the AR-M237 IMAGERs 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 recipients 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 companys 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  
companys mail server—saving you valuable time.  
The AR-M237 IMAGER’s Scan Destinations  
Scan to E-mail  
Scan to Desktop  
The AR-M237 IMAGERs 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  
IMAGERs 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 IMAGERs 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  
Sharp is a registered trademark of Sharp Corporation. All other trademarks  
and registered trademarks are property of their respective holders.  
CPD-3634C  

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