Sharp Ar 203e User Manual

MODEL  
AR-203E  
DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL  
SYSTEM  
OPERATION MANUAL  
Page  
INTRODUCTION  
LOADING PAPER  
MAKING COPIES  
4
7
12  
INSTALLING THE  
SOFTWARE  
20  
42  
45  
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS  
MAINTENANCE  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
THE UNIT  
50  
58  
61  
OPTIONS  
APPENDIX  
CAUTIONS  
Caution label on the unit  
The label (  
) in the fusing area of the unit indicates the following:  
: Caution, risk of danger  
: Caution, hot surface  
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.  
• Do not look directly at the light source. Doing so may damage your eyes.  
• Do not switch the unit rapidly on and off. After turning the unit off, wait 10 to 15 seconds  
before turning it back on.  
• Unit power must be turned off before installing any supplies.  
Caution:  
• Place the unit on a firm, level surface.  
• Do not install the unit in a humid or dusty location.  
• When the unit is not used for a long time, for example for consecutive holidays, turn the  
power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.  
• When moving the unit, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from  
the outlet.  
• Do not cover the unit with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so  
may prevent heat radiation, damaging the unit.  
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified  
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
• The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.  
Important points when selecting an installation site  
Do not install your unit in areas that are:  
• damp, humid, or very dusty  
• exposed to direct sunlight  
• poorly ventilated  
• subject to extreme temperature or humidity changes, e.g., near an air conditioner or heater.  
Be sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage  
and current requirements. Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded.  
Connect the unit to a power outlet which is not used for other electric  
appliances. If a lighting fixture is connected to the same outlet, the light  
may flicker.  
Be sure to allow the required space around the  
20 cm  
machine for servicing and proper ventilation.  
10 cm  
10 cm  
Cautions on handling  
Be careful in handling the unit as follows to maintain the performance of this unit.  
Do not drop the unit, subject it to shock or strike it against any object.  
Store spare toner cartridges in a cool dry place without removing from the package before use.  
• If they are exposed to direct sunlight or excessive heat, poor copies may result.  
Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion).  
• Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty copies.  
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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.  
Trademark acknowledgements  
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other  
countries.  
• IBM and PC/AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.  
• Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.  
• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.  
®
Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR are designed to  
protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.  
Laser information  
Wave length  
780 nm  
+15 nm  
-10 nm  
(Four laser diodes)  
Pulse times  
Output power  
12.88 µs ±12.88 ns/7 mm  
Max 0.2 mW (Total Power)  
At the production line, the output power of the scanner unit is adjusted to 0.18  
MILLIWATT (Total Power) PLUS 5% and is maintained constant by the operation of  
the Automatic Power Control (APC).  
Caution  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those  
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.  
This Digital Equipment is CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT (IEC 60825-1 Edition 1.2-2001)  
A small amount of ozone is produced within the unit during operation. The emission  
level is insufficient to cause any health hazard.  
Note:  
The present recommended long term exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 ppm  
3
(0.2 mg/m ) calculated as an 8 hr. time-weighted average concentration.  
However, since the small amount that is emitted may have an objectionable odor, it is  
advisable to place the unit in a ventilated area.  
SOFTWARE LICENSE  
The SOFTWARE LICENSE will appear when you install the software from the CD-ROM. By  
using all or any portion of the software on the CD-ROM or in the machine, you are agreeing to  
be bound by the terms of the SOFTWARE LICENSE.  
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CONTENTS  
7
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
BYPASS FEED (including special  
IF A PAPER MISFEED OCCURS IN  
THE SPF......................................59  
250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT  
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/  
4
5
INDICATORS ON THE  
HOW TO USE THE ONLINE  
DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF  
3
INTRODUCTION  
This chapter provides basic information for using the unit.  
1
USING THE MANUAL  
The operation manual contains explanations of how to operate the unit, important  
considerations, and maintenance procedures. To get the most out of the unit, please  
read the operation manual. 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  
SPF *1  
(AR-SP9)  
250-sheet paper feed unit *2  
(AR-D33)  
:Standard functions and equipment  
:Optional functions and equipment  
*1 The optional single pass feeder (AR-SP9) can be installed.  
*2 The optional 250-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D33) can be installed.  
• Wherever "AR-xxxx" appears in this manual, please substitute your model name for "xxxx".  
• Illustrations of driver screens and other computer screens show the screens that  
appear in Windows XP Home Edition. Some of the names that appear in these  
illustrations may differ slightly from the screens that appear in other operating systems.  
• This operation manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF".  
• In this manual, the following icons are used to provide the user with information  
pertinent to the use of the unit.  
Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning  
are not properly followed.  
Cautions the user that damage to the unit or one of its components  
may result if the contents of the caution are not properly followed.  
Notes provide information relevant to the unit regarding  
specifications, functions, performance, operation and such, that  
may be useful to the user.  
Indicates a letter displayed in the display.  
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PART NAMES  
SPF as an option  
Original cover  
Original guide  
Document  
feeder cover  
Peep hole  
1
Exit area  
Document feeder tray  
Interface  
USB  
connector  
SPF scan area  
(option)  
1
2
7
8
9
10  
3
4
11  
12  
13  
5
6
Paper tray 2  
as an option  
Toner cartridge  
14  
7
3
15  
16  
Photoconductive drum  
Paper output tray extension  
Power switch  
10  
11  
12  
13  
Original table  
Operation panel  
Front cover  
1
2
3
4
5
Handle  
Power cord socket  
Fusing unit release lever  
Transfer charger  
Charger cleaner  
Paper tray  
14  
15  
16  
Side cover open button  
Multi-bypass tray  
Side cover  
6
7
8
9
Bypass paper guides  
Paper output tray  
5
 
OPERATION PANEL  
A5  
A4  
141  
A4 B5  
86  
70  
A4  
A5  
ONLINE key and indicator (p.29)  
Lights up when the unit is used as a  
printer and scanner. For description of  
the ONLINE indicator, see  
10  
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. Selected exposure level  
is shown by a lit indicator. (p.17) Use to  
start and terminate user program  
setting. (p.43)  
1
2
3
Start key and indicator  
11  
• Copying is possible when the  
indicator is on.  
• Press to start copying.  
• Use to set a user program. (p.43)  
Power save indicator  
12  
13  
Lights up when the unit is in a power  
save mode. (p.42, p.43)  
Tray select key  
Use to select a paper feed station (paper  
tray 1, paper tray 2 or multi-bypass tray)  
(p.19)  
Paper feed location indicators  
Light up to show the selected paper  
feed station.  
Alarm indicators  
Developer replacement required  
indicator (p.56)  
Misfeed indicator (p.52)  
Toner cartridge replacement  
required indicator (p.45)  
14  
115  
Maintenance indicator (p.45)  
SPF indicator (p.16)  
4
5
6  
ZOOM keys and indicator  
Use to select any reduction or  
enlargement copy ratio from 25% to  
400% in 1% increments. (When the  
SPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio  
range is 50% to 200%.) (p.19)  
Copy quantity keys  
Can be used only when your unit has  
the SPF.  
SPF misfeed indicator (p.55)  
Can be used only when your unit has  
the SPF.  
Copy ratio selector key and  
indicators  
Use to sequentially select preset  
reduction/enlargement copy ratios.  
Selected copy ratio is shown by a lit  
indicator. (p.19)  
Copy ratio display (%) key (p.19)  
Display  
Displays the specified copy quantity,  
zoom copy ratio, user program code,  
and error code.  
126  
17  
• Use to select the desired copy  
quantity (1 to 99). (p.17)  
• Use to make user program entries.  
Clear key  
• Press to clear the display, or press  
during a copy run to terminate  
copying. (p.17)  
7  
8  
• Press and hold down during standby  
to display the total number of copies  
made to date. (p.44)  
SCAN key and indicator  
9  
6
 
LOADING PAPER  
Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray.  
2
PAPER  
For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP.  
Type of paper  
Type of media  
Size  
Weight  
feeding  
2
2
Paper tray  
Standard paper  
A4  
A5  
56g/m to  
80g/m  
2
B5  
Letter  
Legal  
Invoice  
2
Multi-bypass Standard paper and  
tray thick paper  
A4  
A5  
56g/m to  
2
128g/m **  
A6  
B5  
B6  
Letter**  
Legal  
Invoice  
Special Transparency A4  
media film Letter  
Envelope*  
International DL  
International C5  
Commercial 10  
Monarch  
* Do not use non-standard envelopes, and envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic  
snappers, string closures, windows, linings, self-adhesive, patches or synthetic  
materials. Do not use envelopes that are filled with air or envelopes that have  
labels or stamps attached. These will cause physical damage to the unit.  
2
2
**For paper weighing from 105g/m to 128g/m , A4 is the maximum size that can be  
fed through the multi-bypass tray.  
• Special papers such as transparency film, labels and envelope must be fed one  
sheet at a time through the multi-bypass tray.  
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LOADING THE PAPER TRAY  
Raise the handle of the paper tray  
and pull the paper tray out until it  
stops.  
1
Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper  
2
width and length. Squeeze the lever of paper guide A and slide  
the guide to match with the width of the paper. Move paper  
guide B to the appropriate slot as marked on the tray.  
Paper  
Paper  
guide A  
guide B  
Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure the edges go  
under the corner hooks.  
3
Do not load paper above the maximum height line (  
the line will cause a paper misfeed.  
). Exceeding  
8
 
Gently push the paper tray back into the unit.  
4
After loading paper, to cancel the blinking  
copying, press the clear ( ) key. The  
and the start ( ) indicator will light up.  
Be sure that paper is free of rips, dust, wrinkles, and curled or bent edges.  
without restarting  
in the display will go out  
Make sure all the paper in the stack is the same size and type.  
When loading paper, ensure there is no space between the paper and  
the guide, and check if the guide is not set too narrow causing the  
paper to bend. Loading paper in these ways will result in document  
skew or a paper jam.  
When not using the unit for an extended period, remove all paper from  
the paper tray and store it in a dry place. If paper is left in the unit for  
an extended period, the paper will absorb moisture from the air,  
resulting in paper jams.  
2
When adding new paper to the paper tray, remove the old paper already  
contained in the tray. Placing new paper on top of the paper already  
contained in the tray may result in feeding two sheets at one time.  
If output paper curls, it may help to turn the paper over when loading it in  
the tray.  
9
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  
2
the weight range of 56 to 128g/m can be used in this tray. (For paper weighing from  
2
105 to 128g/m , A4 is the maximum size.)  
The multi-bypass tray can hold maximum of 50 sheets of paper.  
(Capacity will vary depending on the type of paper loaded.)  
The original image must be smaller than the paper or media for  
copying. If the original image is bigger than the paper or media, this  
may cause smudges on the edges of the copies.  
The multi-bypass tray  
Open the multi-bypass tray and extend the tray.  
1
To close the multi-  
bypass tray, perform  
step 1 and then step  
2 in the illustration  
and push the round  
projections at the  
right of the tray until  
they click.  
Set the paper guides to the paper width. Insert the paper (print  
face down) all the way into the multi-bypass tray.  
2
Print face  
10  
   
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.  
Press the tray select (  
) key to select the multi-bypass tray.  
3
2
Note for loading envelopes  
• Envelopes must be fed narrow side into the feed slot one at a time.  
• Do not use non-standard envelopes, and envelopes that have metal  
clasps, plastic snappers, string closures, windows, linings, self-adhesive,  
patches or synthetic materials. Do not use envelopes that are filled with  
air or envelopes that have labels or stamps attached.  
• Envelopes of which the surface is not flat because of embossing may  
cause the copies/prints to become smudged.  
• Under high humidity and temperature conditions the glue flaps on some  
envelopes may become sticky and be sealed closed when copied/  
printed.  
• Use only envelopes which are flat and crisply folded. Curled or poorly  
formed envelopes may be poorly copied/printed or may cause misfeeds.  
• It is recommended that you perform a test copy before performing the  
actual copied/printed job.  
• Be sure to select either Com 10, DL, C5 or Monarch on the paper size  
setting of the printer driver. (For detailed information on printer driver,  
refer to the online manual.)  
Note for loading thick paper  
Copying on thick paper requires higher fusing temperature setting. Set the user  
program 29 to "2 (High)" when using thick paper. (See page 43 and 44.)  
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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.  
3
If the unit does not function properly during use, or if a function cannot  
COPY FLOW  
1
Make sure that paper has been loaded in the paper tray (p.8) or multi-  
bypass tray (p.10), and check the paper size (p.7).  
If paper is not loaded, see page 8.  
2 Turn on the unit (p.13).  
3
Place the original.  
If you are using the original table, see "Using the original table" (p.15).  
If you are using the SPF, see "Using the SPF" (p.16).  
When copying onto paper larger than A4, pull out the paper output tray  
extension.  
4
Select the copy settings.  
If you wish to copy using the initial settings (p.14), proceed to the next step.  
To set the number of copies, see page 17.  
To adjust the resolution and contrast settings, see page 17.  
To enlarge or reduce the copy, see page 19.  
To change the tray used, see page 19.  
5 Start copying.  
Press the start (  
) key.  
12  
   
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.  
Ensure that the power switch of  
1
the unit is in the OFF position.  
Insert the attached power cord  
into the power cord socket at the  
rear of the unit.  
3
Plug the other end of the power cord into the nearest outlet.  
2
Only insert the power cord into a properly grounded wall socket.  
Do not use extension cords or power strips.  
Power on  
Ensure that the power switch of the unit is  
in the OFF position. Plug the other end of  
the power cord into the nearest outlet.  
Turn the power switch on the left side of  
the unit to the "ON" position. The start  
(
) indicator will light up and other  
indicators which show the initial settings  
of the operation panel will also light up to  
indicate the ready condition. For the initial  
settings, see the "Initial settings of  
operation panel" described on the next page.  
The unit will enter a power save mode once the set time has elapsed  
without any unit operation. The settings of the power save modes can  
The unit will return to the initial settings a preset amount of time after  
the end of copy or scanning job. The preset amount of time (auto  
clear time) can be changed. See "USER PROGRAMS" (p.43).  
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About the scan head  
The scan head lamp remains on constantly when the unit is in the ready condition  
(when the start ( ) indicator is illuminated).  
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.  
Initial settings of operation panel  
When the unit power is on, the operation panel will revert to the initial settings when  
the time set with the "Auto clear time" setting (p.42) elapses after a copy or scanner  
job is finished, or when the clear (  
) key is pressed twice.  
The initial settings of the operation panel are shown below.  
A5  
A4  
141  
A4 B5  
86  
70  
A4  
A5  
"0" is displayed in the display.  
When copying is begun in this state, the settings in the following table are used.  
Copy quantity  
Exposure adjustment  
Zoom  
1 copy  
AUTO  
100%  
Tray  
Paper tray 1  
Power off methods  
If not used for a certain period of time, the unit will automatically enter auto power  
shut-off mode (p.43) in order to minimise power consumption. In cases where the  
machine will not be used for a long time, turn off the power switch and remove the  
power cord from the outlet.  
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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.  
When copying a book or an original which has been folded or a  
crumpled original, press down the original cover lightly. If the original  
cover is not securely closed, the copies may be striped or blurred.  
When using the document glass to scan an original, make sure that an  
original is not placed in the SPF.  
Open the original cover, and place the original.  
1
2
3
Place an original face down on the original table. Align it with  
the original scale and the centring ( ) mark. Gently close the  
original cover.  
Original scale  
mark  
Setting a large original  
The original cover can be removed to allow copying of bulky objects.  
Simply lift the original cover straight  
up.  
1
To reattach the original cover, reverse the above procedure.  
2
15  
   
Using the SPF  
The SPF is designed to hold up to 50 originals measuring from A5 to A4 and  
2
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.  
Before placing curled or wavy originals into the original feeder tray, be  
sure to flatten them. If not, original misfeeds may result.  
The SPF (  
) indicator on the operation panel will light up. If this  
indicator does not light up, the originals are not properly set or the  
SPF is not properly closed.  
Badly damaged originals may misfeed in the SPF. It is recommended  
that such originals be copied from the original table.  
Special originals such as transparency film should not be fed through  
the SPF, but should be placed directly on the original table.  
Image loss (max. 4 mm) can occur at the leading and trailing edges of  
the copies. Also image loss (max. 4.5 mm in total) can occur along the  
other edges of the copies.  
To stop continuous copying using the SPF, press the clear (  
) key.  
Make sure that no original is left on the original table.  
1
2
Adjust the original guides to the size  
of originals.  
Set the originals face up in the  
original feeder tray.  
Use the peep hole (see the illustration at  
right) to check the position of the original.  
There is an original top edge mark r in the  
peep hole. Align the top edge of the original  
with this mark.  
Original face up  
Peep hole  
3
16  
 
SET THE COPY QUANTITY  
Set the number of copies using the two copy quantity (  
from the original table or from the SPF if installed.  
,
) keys when copying  
Press the clear (  
) key to clear an entry if a mistake is made.  
A single copy can be made with the initial setting, i.e., when "0" is  
displayed.  
• Press the right copy quantity key to set the unit digit  
from 0 to 9. This key will not change the tens digit.  
• Press the left copy quantity key to set the tens digit  
A4  
B5  
A5  
from 1 to 9.  
Tens digit  
Unit digit  
3
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/PHOTO COPYING  
Exposure adjustment  
Copy density adjustment is not required for most originals in the automatic exposure  
mode. To adjust the copy density manually or to copy photographs, the exposure  
level can be adjusted in 2 steps manually.  
The copy resolution used for AUTO and MANUAL (  
changed. (p.43)  
) mode can be  
Press the exposure mode selector key to  
select the MANUAL (  
PHOTO ( ) mode.  
1
2
) mode or  
Use the light (  
) and dark (  
) keys to  
adjust the exposure level. If exposure level  
2 is selected, the two left-handmost  
indicators for that level will light up  
simultaneously. Also, if level 4 is selected,  
the two right-handmost indicators for that  
level will light up simultaneously.  
17  
       
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  
1
the SPF, place an original in the original feeder tray and make  
sure that the SPF ( ) indicator lights up. When adjusting the  
level for copying from the original table, make sure that no  
original is left in the original feeder tray.  
Press the exposure mode selector key to  
2
select the PHOTO (  
) mode.  
Press and hold down the exposure mode  
selector key for approximately 5 seconds.  
3
4
The PHOTO (  
) indicator will go out and  
the AUTO indicator will begin to blink. One  
or two light and dark indicators  
corresponding to the automatic exposure  
level which has been selected will light up.  
Press the light (  
) or dark (  
) key to  
lighten or darken the automatic exposure  
level as desired. If exposure level 2 is  
selected, the two left-handmost indicators  
for that level will light up simultaneously.  
Also, if level 4 is selected, the two right-  
handmost indicators for that level will  
light up simultaneously.  
Press the exposure selector key. The AUTO indicator will stop  
blinking and light up steadily.  
5
18  
 
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.  
1
Use the copy ratio selector key and/or ZOOM (  
select the desired copy ratio.  
,
) keys to  
2
To verify a zoom setting without changing the zoom ratio,  
press and hold down the copy ratio display (%) key. When the  
key is released, the display will return to the copy quantity  
display.  
To reset the ratio to 100%, press the copy ratio selector key  
repeatedly until the 100% indicator lights up.  
3
Set the reduction/enlargement ratio.  
3
To decrease or increase the zoom ratio rapidly, press and hold  
down the ZOOM (  
) or (  
) key. However the value will  
stop at the preset reduction or enlargement ratios. To move  
beyond these ratios, release the key and then press and hold it  
down again.  
To select a preset copy ratio:  
Preset reduction and enlargement ratios are:  
50%, 70%, 86%, 141%, and 200%.  
A5  
A4  
141  
A4 B5  
86  
70  
A4  
A5  
To select a zoom ratio:  
When a ZOOM (  
or  
) key is pressed, the  
A4  
ZOOM indicator will light up and the zoom ratio will  
be displayed in the display.  
B5  
A5  
Selecting the tray  
Press the tray select ( ) key.  
Each time you press the tray select (  
) key, the  
location indicated by the paper feed location  
indicator changes in the following order: paper tray  
1, paper tray 2 if installed, multi-bypass tray.  
A5  
A4  
141  
A4 B5  
86  
70  
A4  
A5  
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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.  
4
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.  
This manual refers to the CD-ROM that accompanied the machine  
simply as "CD-ROM".  
SOFTWARE  
The CD-ROM that accompanies the machine contains the following software:  
MFP driver  
Printer driver  
The printer driver enables you to use the printer function of the machine.  
The printer driver includes the Print Status Window. This is a utility that monitors  
the machine and informs you of the printing status, the name of the document  
currently being printed, and error messages.  
Scanner driver*  
The scanner driver allows you to use the scanning function of the machine with  
TWAIN-compliant and WIA-compliant applications.  
Sharpdesk*  
Sharpdesk is an integrated software environment that makes it easy to manage  
documents and image files, and launch applications.  
Button Manager*  
Button Manager allows you to use the scanner menus on the machine to scan a  
document.  
*The scanning feature can only be used with computers that are connected to the  
machine by a USB cable.  
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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*  
1
4
2
3
Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional* ,  
Windows XP* , Windows Vista*  
Operating system* *  
4
4
Display  
800 x 600 dots (SVGA) display with 256 colors (or better)  
Hard disk free space 150 MB or more  
Other hardware  
requirements  
An environment on which any of the operating systems  
listed above can fully operate  
*1 Compatible with Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional,  
Windows XP or Windows Vista preinstalled model standardly equipped with a  
USB port.  
*2 Printing is not available in MS-DOS mode.  
*3 The machine does not support printing from a Macintosh environment.  
*4 Administrator's rights are required to install the software using the installer.  
4
Installation environment and usable software  
The following table shows the drivers and software that can be installed for each  
version of Windows and interface connection method.  
Printer  
driver  
Scanner  
driver  
Button  
Cable  
USB  
Operating system  
Sharpdesk  
Manager  
Windows 98/Me/  
2000/XP/Vista  
Available*  
Available  
* The printer driver that is installed will vary depending on the type of connection  
between the machine and your computer.  
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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. After the problem is solved, the installation  
procedure will continue. Depending on the problem, you may have to  
click the "Cancel" button to exit the installer. In this case, reinstall the  
software from the beginning after solving the problem.  
Using the machine with a USB connection  
The USB cable must not be connected to the machine. Make  
sure that the cable is not connected before proceeding.  
1
If the cable is connected, a Plug and Play window will appear. If this  
happens, click the "Cancel" button to close the window and disconnect the  
cable.  
The cable will be connected in step 13.  
Insert the CD-ROM into your computer's CD-ROM drive.  
2
Click the "start" button, click "My Computer" ( ), and then  
3
double-click the CD-ROM icon ( ).  
• On Windows Vista, click the "Start" button, click "Computer" and then  
double-click the CD-ROM icon (  
).  
• On Windows 98/Me/2000, double-click "My Computer", and then  
double-click the CD-ROM icon.  
Double-click the "setup" icon ( ).  
On Windows Vista, if a message screen appears asking you for  
confirmation, click "Allow".  
4
5
The "SOFTWARE LICENSE" window will appear. Make sure  
that you understand the contents of the software license, and  
then click the "Yes" button.  
You can show the "SOFTWARE LICENSE" in a different language by  
selecting the desired language from the language menu. To install the  
software in the selected language, continue the installation with that  
language selected.  
Read the "Readme First" in the "Welcome" window and then  
click the "Next" button.  
6
7
8
9
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To install all of the software, click  
the "Standard" button and go to  
step 12.  
To install particular packages,  
click the "Custom" button and go  
to next step.  
7
8
Click the "MFP Driver" button.  
Click the "Display Readme" button to show information on packages that  
are selected.  
4
Select "Connected to this computer" and click the "Next" button.  
9
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".  
If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears  
regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click  
"Continue Anyway" or "Yes".  
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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.  
10  
After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer  
may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.  
Installing the Utility Software  
Click the "Button Manager" or the  
"Sharpdesk" button.  
11  
Click the "Display Readme" button to  
show information on packages that are  
selected.  
Follow the on-screen instructions.  
In Windows 98/Me/2000, if the following screen appears, click the "Skip"  
button or the "Continue" button as appropriate to continue the  
Sharpdesk installation.  
If "Skip" is selected, the Sharpdesk  
installation will continue without  
installing Sharpdesk Imaging.  
If "Continue" is selected, Sharpdesk  
Imaging will be installed. If Imaging for  
Windows is installed on your computer,  
Sharpdesk Imaging will overwrite  
Imaging for Windows.  
When installing is finished, click the "Close" button.  
12  
If you are using Windows Vista and a security warning window  
appears, be sure to click "Install this driver software anyway".  
If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears  
regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click  
"Continue Anyway" or "Yes".  
A message will appear instructing you to connect the machine to your  
computer. Click the "OK" button.  
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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.  
13  
14  
Follow the instructions in the plug and play window to install  
the driver.  
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".  
If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears  
regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click  
"Continue Anyway" or "Yes".  
A "USB 2.0 Composite Device" installation window may appear prior to  
this procedure. In this case, follow the instructions in the window to  
install the USB 2.0 Composite Device.  
4
This completes the installation of the software.  
• If you installed Button Manager, set up Button Manager as explained in "Setting up  
• If you installed Sharpdesk, the Sharpdesk setup screen will appear. Follow the  
instructions in the screen to set up Sharpdesk.  
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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.  
Do not connect the USB cable before installing the printer driver. The  
USB cable should be connected during installation of the printer driver.  
Insert the cable into the USB  
connector on the machine.  
1
Using the machine as a shared printer  
If the machine will be used as a shared printer on a network, follow these steps to  
install the printer driver in the client computer.  
To configure the appropriate settings in the print server, see the  
operation manual or help file of your operating system.  
Perform steps 2 through 6 in "Using the machine with a USB  
1
Click the "Custom" button.  
2
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Click the "Printer Driver" button.  
Click the "Display Readme" button to  
show information on packages that are  
selected.  
3
Select "Connected via the  
network" and click the "Next"  
button.  
4
5
4
Click the "Add Network Port"  
button.  
If you are using Windows  
98/Me/2000/XP, you can also click the  
"Add Network Port" button and select  
the printer to be shared by browsing the  
network in the window that appears. (On  
Windows Vista, the "Add Network" Port"  
button does not appear.  
Select the network printer that is  
shared and click the "OK" button.  
6
Ask your network administrator for the  
server name and printer name of the  
machine on the network.  
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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.  
7
8
If you are using Windows Vista and a security warning window  
appears, be sure to click "Install this driver software anyway".  
If you are running Windows 2000/XP and a warning message appears  
regarding the Windows logo test or digital signature, be sure to click  
"Continue Anyway" or "Yes".  
You will return to the window of step 3. Click the "Close" button.  
After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer  
may appear. In this case, click the "Yes" button to restart your computer.  
This completes the installation of the software.  
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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.  
) indicator indicate the state of the printer or  
SCAN indicator  
ONLINE indicator  
Start indicator  
Power save indicator  
Start indicator  
4
On:  
Indicates the unit is ready for copying or scanning is being performed.  
Blinking: The indicator blinks in the following situations:  
• When a print job is interrupted.  
• When reserving a copy job.  
• When toner is being replenished during a copy or print job.  
Off:  
The indicator is off in the following situations:  
• During copying or scanning.  
• The unit is in the auto power shut-off mode.  
• When a misfeed or error has occurred.  
• During print online.  
ONLINE indicator  
The ONLINE key is pressed and on line and off line are changed.  
On:  
Indicates the unit is ready for printing or scanning is being performed.  
(On line)  
Blinking: Printing or data is being received from a computer.  
Off: Copying is being performed. (Off line)  
Power save indicator  
On:  
Indicates the unit is in a power save mode.  
Blinking: Indicates that the unit is initialising (when the side cover is opened and  
closed or the power turned off and on).  
SCAN indicator  
On:  
The SCAN (  
) key has been pressed and the unit is in scanner mode.  
Blinking: A scan job is being executed from the computer, or scan data is stored  
in the unit's memory.  
Off:  
The unit is in the copy mode.  
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USING THE PRINTER MODE  
For problems with the printer function, see the online manual or the help  
file for the driver.  
Opening the printer driver from the start menu  
Open the printer driver setup screen by the method shown below.  
Click the "start" button.  
1
Click "Control Panel", select "Printers and Other Hardware",  
and then click "Printers and Faxes".  
2
• 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".  
3
On Windows Vista, select "Properties" from the "Organize" menu.  
4
Click "Printing Preferences" button in the "General" tab.  
On Windows 98/Me, click the "Setup" tab.  
The printer driver setup screen will appear.  
5
Refer to the Windows manual or help file for more information  
on the "General" tab, "Details" tab, "Color Management" tab and  
"Sharing" tab.  
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How to print  
Make sure that the paper of the desired size and type is loaded  
in the tray.  
1
The procedure for loading paper is the same as for loading copy paper. See  
"LOADING PAPER" (p.7).  
Open the document you intend to print, and select "Print" from  
the application's "File" menu.  
2
3
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.  
On Windows 98/Me, click the "Properties" button.  
On Windows 2000, the "Properties" button does not appear. Set your  
preferences by switching the tab in the "Print" dialog box.  
Specify the print settings including the number of copies,  
media type, and print quality, and then click the "Print" button  
to start printing.  
4
On Windows 98/Me, click the "OK" button to start printing.  
For details on print settings, see the online manual or the help file for the  
printer driver.  
4
If copying is being performed when printing is started, copying will  
continue. After copying is complete, printing will be executed when the  
clear key is pressed twice, the ONLINE key is pressed to switch the  
unit to the online state or approximately 60 seconds (auto clear time)*  
elapse.  
* The auto clear time varies with a user program setting. See "USER  
Preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode will be canceled when  
printing is started.  
If the paper size specified from the software application is larger than  
the paper size in the printer, part of the image that is not transferred to  
the paper may remain on the surface of the drum. In this case, the  
backside of the paper may become dirty. If this occurs, change to the  
correct size paper and print two or three pages to clean the image.  
If you start a print job while a scan job is in progress, the print data will  
be stored in the unit's memory. When the scan job or copy job is  
completed, printing will begin.  
About interrupt copying  
If you press the start (  
) key to begin a copy job while a print job using the paper  
tray is in progress, the copy job will begin automatically after the print data in the  
unit's memory is printed (interrupt copying). When this is done, the print data  
remaining in the computer is not sent to the unit. When the copy job ends, press the  
clear (  
) key twice, or press the ONLINE key once to change the unit to the online  
state (p.29), or wait until the set auto clear time (p.42) elapses. The remaining print  
data will be sent to the unit and printing will resume.  
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USING THE SCANNER MODE  
Button Manager is a software program that works with the scanner driver to enable  
scanning from the machine. To scan using the machine, Button Manager must be  
linked with the scan menu on the machine.  
Follow the steps below to link Button Manager to scanner events.  
For problems with the scanner function, see the online manual or the  
help file for the driver.  
Using the Button Manager  
Setting up the Button Manager  
Windows XP/Vista  
Click the "start" button, select "Control Panel" and click  
1
"Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Scanners and  
Cameras" in the start menu. Right click the "SHARP AR-xxxx"  
icon and click "Properties" in the menu that appears.  
On Windows Vista, click the "start" button, select "Control Panel" and click  
"Hardware and sound", and then click "Scanners and Cameras".  
In the "Properties" screen, click the  
"Events" tab.  
2
Click the "Select an event" button and  
3
select "ScanMenu SC1" from the pull-down  
menu. Select "Sharp Button Manager S" in  
"Start this program" and click "Apply".  
Repeat step 3 to set "ScanMenu SC2" through "ScanMenu  
SC6".  
4
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. When the settings have been completed in Windows, start the  
Button Manager. Adjust detailed settings and then scan an image from the  
unit. For the procedures for starting Button Manager and adjusting settings,  
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Windows 98/Me/2000  
To scan directly into an application using the Button Manager on Windows 98,  
Windows Me and Windows 2000. Set the Event Manager properties to send only to  
Button Manager as shown below.  
Click the "Start" button, select "Control Panel" from "Settings",  
and open "Scanners and Cameras" in start menu.  
1
In Windows Me, it occasionally happens that the "Scanners and  
Cameras" icon does not appear immediately after installation of the  
MFP driver is completed. If the icon does not appear, click "View all  
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.  
2
In the "Properties" screen, click the  
"Events" tab.  
3
SHARP AR-xxxx  
4
Click the "Scanner events" button and  
select "ScanMenu SC1" from the pull-down  
4
SHARP AR-xxxx  
menu. Select "Sharp Button Manager S" in  
"Send to this application" and click "Apply".  
If other applications are shown,  
deselect the checkboxes for the other  
applications and leave only the Button  
Manager checkbox selected.  
Repeat step 4 to set "ScanMenu SC2" through "ScanMenu  
SC6".  
5
Click the "Scanner events" 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. When the settings have been completed in Windows, start the  
Button Manager. Adjust detailed settings and then scan an image from the  
unit. For the procedures for starting Button Manager and adjusting settings,  
see "Scan Button Destination Setting Dialog Box" (Next page).  
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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.  
For details on configuring the scan settings in Button  
Manager, see the online manual or the help file.  
This is the corresponding setting in the Button  
Manager to automatically send multiple images  
from the SPF at 75 dpi to Sharpdesk using the  
operation panel "SC1" SCAN (  
selection.  
) key  
This dialog shows the SC1 event set to go directly to Button Manager.  
With the Button Manager set to send the image to Sharpdesk. (factory  
default setting) Sharpdesk will open after acquiring the image  
automatically.  
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Flow of the Button Manager setting  
The Button Manager can directly handle an AR-xxxx (where xxxx is the model name  
of your unit) series device event and start your selected application according to the  
scan setting made on the AR-xxxx (where xxxx is the model name of your unit)  
operation panel (SC1, SC2, SC3, SC4, SC5, SC6).  
This will scan directly into your application from the device.  
Scanner  
Event  
Button  
User  
Manager  
Manager  
selected  
application  
Windows OS  
No Selection  
dialog is  
The user  
application  
opens.  
SCAN key  
pressed.  
displayed.  
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.  
This can be done with the Windows OS showing  
the Event Manager selection dialog or directly  
into a selected application if the Button Manager  
is the only allowed handler for device events  
from the SHARP AR-xxxx (where xxxx is the  
model name of your unit).  
SHARP AR-xxxx  
4
This is the Control Panel  
Properties dialog for "Scanners and  
Cameras".  
This is done by changing the Windows device  
settings for the AR-xxxx (where xxxx is the model  
name of your unit) in the Scanner and Camera  
device settings in the Control Panel.  
The AR-xxxx is shown selected.  
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All About The Windows Event Manager and scanner events in  
Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows  
Vista  
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. Applications that can handle events from a scanner/camera device  
register with the Windows Event Manager and shown as available in the registered  
applications. The path an event takes to get to the user's selected application  
depends upon the event settings for the device.  
Scanner  
Event  
Manager  
Event  
User selects  
an  
application.  
Manager  
selection  
dialog  
Windows OS  
The user  
application  
opens.  
SCAN key  
pressed.  
Displayed on  
screen  
This is the Windows Event Manager  
Selection Dialog.  
Shown are two applications registered  
to handle the scanner event from  
AR-xxxx (where xxxx is the model name  
of your unit) device.  
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Using the SCAN key to begin scanning  
Scanning is not possible during a copy job.  
If the SCAN (  
stored.  
) key is pressed during a print job, the scan job will be  
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 (  
) key.  
1
The unit enters scan mode.  
Place the original you wish to scan on the document glass/SPF.  
For the procedure for placing the original, see "ORIGINAL PLACEMENT"  
2
3
4
Press the right copy quantity  
key to display the number of  
the application that you wish to  
use for scanning.  
The application numbers are initially  
as follows.  
Application  
Application launched  
number  
SC1  
SC2  
SC3  
SC4  
SC5  
SC6  
Sharpdesk  
E-mail  
Fax  
OCR  
Microsoft Word  
Filing  
(p.34) and then open the settings window of the Button Manager.  
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Press the start (  
Scanning will start and the scanned data will be transferred to the  
application.  
) key.  
4
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  
If step 4 is performed with the "Show  
TWAIN setting screen when scanning"  
checkbox selected in the Scan Button Destination Setting Dialog Box  
(p.34), the TWAIN settings screen (p.39) will automatically appear.  
Check the settings, and then press the start (  
) key again or click  
the "Scan" button in the TWAIN setting screen to start scanning. The  
scanned data will be transferred to the application.  
Opening the scanner driver and scanning from your  
computer  
Follow the steps below to open the scanner driver setup screen. As an example, this  
instruction is given using Sharpdesk as an image capture application.  
Scanning is not possible during a copy and print job.  
The method for starting the scanner driver differs depending on the  
type of application. Refer to the manual or the help file of your  
application.  
When using the scanner driver to scan an original that has been  
placed in the SPF. If you perform "preview" (see the online manual or  
the help file for the scanner driver), the original in the SPF will be  
output to the exit area after previewing. To scan the original after  
previewing, place the original in the SPF once again.  
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Using the SHARP TWAIN  
Place the original(s) you wish to scan on the document  
glass/SPF.  
1
For the procedure for placing the original, see "ORIGINAL PLACEMENT"  
(p.15).  
After starting Sharpdesk, click the "File" menu  
and select "Select Scanner".  
2
Select "SHARP MFP TWAIN S", and click  
3
4
the "Select" button.  
WIA-SHARP AR-xxxx  
4
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" option, depends upon the  
application. For more information, see the online manual or the  
help file of your application.  
Select "Acquire Image"  
from the "File" menu,  
or click the "Acquire"  
button (  
) .  
Set the configuration for scanning (refer to the online manual  
and help file), and click the "Scan" button.  
Scan is started.  
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Scanning with the "Scanner and Camera Wizard" in Windows XP  
Windows XP includes as a standard feature an image scanning function. The  
procedure for scanning with the "Scanner and Camera Wizard" is explained here.  
To cancel scanning, click the "Cancel" button in the screen that is  
displayed.  
Place the original you wish to scan on the document glass/SPF.  
For the procedure for placing the original, see "ORIGINAL PLACEMENT"  
1
Click the "start" button, select "Control  
2
Panel", and click "Printers and Other  
Hardware", and then click "Scanners  
SHARP AR-xxxx  
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.  
3
For information on the settings, see the  
Windows XP help file. After completing each  
setting, click "Next".  
Select a name, format, and folder for the  
scanned image.  
4
For information on the image name, file format,  
and folder, see the Windows XP help file.  
Scanning begins. When scanning ends,  
select the next task you wish to perform.  
5
For information on each selection, see the  
Windows XP help file. To quit the "Scanner and  
Camera Wizard", select "Nothing. I’m finished  
working with these pictures." and click "Next".  
Click "Finish" in the screen that appears.  
The "Scanner and Camera Wizard" closes and the scanned image is saved.  
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HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL  
The online manual provides detailed instructions for operating the unit as a printer or  
scanner and a list of methods for dealing with printing or scanner problems.  
To access the online manual, your computer must have Acrobat Reader 6.0 or a  
later version.  
Turn on your computer.  
1
Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.  
2
Click the "start" button, click "My Computer" ( ), and then  
double-click the CD-ROM ( ) icon.  
3
• On Windows Vista, click the "Start" button, click "Computer" and then  
double-click the CD-ROM icon (  
).  
• On Windows 98/Me/2000, double-click "My Computer" ( ), and then  
double-click the CD-ROM ( ) icon.  
Double-click the "Manual" folder, then "AR-203E", double-click  
the "Online" folder, then double-click the "English" folder, and  
then double-click the "AR-203E.pdf" icon.  
4
5
4
Click  
to read the online manual.  
To close the online manual, click the ( ) button located at the top-right of  
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.  
VIEWING THE ONLINE MANUAL  
The "Software CD-ROM" that accompanies the machine contains an online manual  
in PDF format. To view the manual in PDF format, Acrobat Reader or Adobe Reader  
of Adobe Systems Incorporated is required. If neither program is installed on your  
computer, the programs can be downloaded from the following URL:  
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS  
This chapter describes the special functions of this unit. Use these functions as needed.  
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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.  
Preheat mode  
When the unit enters the preheat mode, the power save ( ) indicator will light up  
and other indicators will remain on or off as before. In this condition, the fuser in  
the unit is maintained at a lower heat level, thereby saving power. To copy from  
the preheat mode, make desired copier selections and press the start ( ) key  
using the normal copying procedure.  
Auto power shut-off mode  
When the unit enters the auto power shut-off mode, the power save ( ) indicator  
will light up and other indicators will go out. The auto power shut-off mode saves  
more power than the preheat mode but requires a longer time before starting  
copying. To copy from the auto power shut-off mode, press the start ( ) key.  
Then make desired copier selections and press the start ( ) key using the  
normal copying procedure.  
Auto clear (page 43)  
The unit returns to the initial settings a preset amount of time after the end of copy, or  
scanner job. This preset amount of time (auto clear time) can be changed.  
Resolution of AUTO & MANUAL mode (page 43)  
You can set the copy resolution used for AUTO and MANUAL (  
) exposure mode.  
Prevention of OC copies when the SPF is up function  
When enabled, this function may help prevent wasteful use of toner that occurs  
when the OC cover is not completely closed.  
If the start ( ) key is pressed when the OC cover is not completely closed, "  
will appear in the display and copying may not take place. If copying does not take  
"
place, copying can be performed by pressing the start ( ) key again, however, the  
scan size set in "Copy effective paper width setting function" (program numbers 25,  
26, and 27) will be used.  
If the OC cover is completely closed after "  
the normal size.  
" appears, copying will take place at  
TONER SAVE MODE  
Press the exposure mode selector key  
to select the MANUAL ( ) mode.  
1
Press and hold down the exposure mode  
selector key for approximately 5 seconds.  
2
The MANUAL (  
) indicator will go out  
) indicator will begin  
and the PHOTO (  
to blink. The light and dark indicator  
marked "5" will light up, indicating the  
standard toner mode is active.  
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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.  
3
4
Press the exposure mode selector key.  
The PHOTO (  
) indicator will stop blinking and will light up  
steadily. The light and dark indicator marked "3" will light up.  
The toner save mode is now active.  
To return to the standard mode, repeat the procedure but use the dark  
(
) key to select exposure level "5" in step 3.  
USER PROGRAMS  
The user programs allow the parameters of certain functions to be set, changed, or  
cancelled as desired.  
Setting the user programs  
Press and hold down the light (  
) key for more than 5  
) blink  
1
2
3
4
seconds until all the alarm indicators (  
,
,
,
and "  
" appears in the display.  
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Use the left copy quantity (  
) key to select a user program  
number. The selected number will blink in the left side of the  
display.  
Press the start (  
) key. The entered program number will be  
steadily lit and the currently selected parameter number for the  
program will blink on the right side of the display.  
Select the desired parameter using the right copy quantity  
(
) key. The entered parameter number will blink on the right  
of the display.  
Program  
Mode  
Parameters  
No.  
1
4
10 sec., 2  
90 sec., 5  
30 sec., *3  
120 sec., 6  
60 sec.,  
OFF  
1
Auto clear time  
Preheat mode  
*1  
4
7
30 sec., 2  
30 min., 5  
240 min.  
60 sec., 3  
60 min., 6  
5 min.,  
120 min.,  
2
Auto power shut- off  
mode  
3
4
*1  
ON, 2  
OFF  
Auto power shut- off *1  
timer  
5 min., 2  
120 min., 5  
30min., 3  
240 min.  
60 min.,  
4
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Program  
No.  
Mode  
Parameters  
SPF automatic  
1
3
5
5 min., *2  
60 min., 4  
30 min.,  
6
original discharge  
time (if installed)  
120 min.,  
240 min., 6  
300dpi, 2  
YES, *2  
OFF  
Resolution of AUTO  
& MANUAL mode  
10  
21  
*1  
1
600dpi  
Reset factory  
NO  
OFF  
Prevention of OC  
copies when the  
SPF is up function  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
*1  
ON, 2  
Copy effective paper  
width setting function  
(Bypass tray)  
*1  
2
Large (A4 width),  
Small (B5R width)  
Copy effective paper  
width setting function  
(Tray 1)  
*1  
2
Large (A4 width),  
Small (B5R width)  
Copy effective paper  
width setting function  
(Tray 2 if installed)  
*1  
2
Large (A4 width),  
Small (B5R width)  
Selection of copy  
start state (Polygon  
rotation on/off)  
*1  
1
ON, 2  
OFF  
High  
Fusing temperature  
setting when the  
bypass tray is used  
Low, *2  
* Factory default settings are indicated with an asterisk (*).  
Press the start (  
) key. The right-hand number in the display  
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will be steadily lit and the entered value will be stored.  
To change the setting or to set another mode, press the clear  
(
) key. The unit will return to step 2.  
Press the light (  
) key to return to the normal copy mode.  
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DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES  
Use the following procedure to display the total number of copies.  
1
Press and hold down the clear (  
) key for approximately 5 seconds.  
The total number of copies will appear in two steps, each with three  
digits.  
Example: Total number of copies is 1,234.  
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MAINTENANCE  
This chapter describes how to replace the toner cartridge and how to clean unit.  
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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. Look for the Genuine  
Supplies label on the toner package.  
TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT  
When the toner cartridge replacement required ( ) indicator lights up, replacement  
of the toner cartridge will be needed soon. Obtain a new cartridge. When the toner  
cartridge replacement required ( ) indicator blinks, the toner cartridge must be  
replaced before copying can be resumed. Replace the toner cartridge by following  
the procedure below.  
During long copy run of a dark original, the start (  
blink, the indicator light up, and the unit stop, even though toner is left.  
The unit will feed toner up to 2 minutes and then the start ( ) indicator  
will light up. Press the start ( ) key to restart copying.  
) indicator may  
Open the multi-bypass tray, side cover, and front cover, in that  
order.  
1
2
6
To open the multi-bypass tray, see  
Push gently on both sides of  
the front cover to open the  
cover.  
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Gently pull the toner cartridge  
out while pressing the lock  
release lever.  
3
Toner cartridge 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.  
• Dispose of the old toner cartridge in accordance with local regulations.  
Remove the toner cartridge from the bag. Grasp the cartridge  
on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five times. After  
shaking the cartridge, remove the toner seal.  
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4 or 5 times  
Shutter  
Toner seal  
Grasp the toner cartridge as shown in the illustration. Do not hold the  
cartridge by the shutter. Be sure to only shake the cartridge before the  
toner seal is removed.  
Gently insert the toner cartridge along  
the guides until it locks in place while  
pushing the lock release lever.  
Remove the tape from the shutter. Pull  
the shutter out of the toner cartridge  
as shown in the illustration. Discard  
the shutter.  
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46  
Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the  
round projections near the side cover open button. The  
indicator (  
up.  
6
) will go out and the start (  
) indicator will light  
When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely  
and then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong  
order, the covers may be damaged.  
Even after a new toner cartridge is installed, the start (  
) indicator  
may not light up, indicating copying cannot be restarted (toner is not  
sufficiently fed). In this case, open and close the side cover. The  
copier will feed toner again approximately 2 minutes and then  
copying can be restarted.  
TONER CARTRIDGE LIFE  
To find out the approximate quantity of toner remaining, follow the procedure  
described below.  
Press and hold down the light (  
seconds until all the alarm indicators (  
and " " appears in the display.  
) key for more than 5  
1
2
,
,
,
) blink  
Press and hold down the copy ratio display (%) key for more thn  
5 seconds.  
The approximate quantity of toner remaining will be indicated in the display  
as a percentage ("100", "75", "50", "25" or "10" is displayed). When the  
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percentage is less than 10%, (  
) will be displayed.  
Press the light (  
) key.  
3
All alarm indicators wil go out.  
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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.  
• Before cleaning, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the  
power cord from the outlet.  
• Do not use thinner, benzene or other volatile cleaning agents. Doing  
so may cause deformation, discoloration, deterioration or malfunction.  
Cabinet  
Wipe the cabinet with a soft, clean cloth.  
Original table and the back side of the original cover and  
SPF (if installed)  
Stains on the glass, scanning window, cover or SPF roller will also be copied. Wipe  
the glass, scanning window, cover or SPF roller with a soft, clean cloth. If necessary,  
dampen the cloth with a glass cleaner.  
Original table/scanning window  
Original cover/SPF  
SPF roller  
SPF scanning window  
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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)  
1
Open the multi-bypass, then the side cover while pressing the  
side cover open button.  
2
Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab. Set the charger  
3
cleaner onto the right end of the transfer charger, gently slide  
the cleaner to the left end, and then remove it. Repeat this  
operation two or three times.  
Slide the charger cleaner from the right end to the left end along  
the groove of the transfer charger. If the cleaner is stopped on  
the way, smudges on copies may occur.  
Return the charger cleaner  
4
6
to its original position.  
Close the side cover by  
pressing the round  
projections near the side  
cover open button.  
Turn the power switch on. (p.13)  
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TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT  
This chapter describes misfeed removal and troubleshooting.  
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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  
Possible cause  
Unit plugged in?  
Power switch on?  
Solution  
Plug the unit into a grounded outlet.  
Turn the power switch on.  
Page  
Unit does not  
operate.  
Side cover closed securely? Gently close the side cover.  
Gently close the front cover and then  
close the side cover.  
Front cover closed?  
Is the original placed face  
Place the original face down on the  
down on the document glass document glass or face up in the SPF.  
or face up in the SPF?  
Blank copies  
Is the scan head locking  
switch locked?  
Unlock the scan head locking switch.  
Is original image too dark or  
too light?  
Is the unit in the automatic  
exposure mode?  
Is the unit in the photo  
exposure mode?  
Original table or original  
cover dirty?  
Adjust the exposure manually.  
Adjust the automatic exposure level.  
Cancel the photo exposure mode.  
Clean regularly.  
Copies are too  
dark or too light.  
Dust, dirt,  
smudges appear  
on copies.  
Original smudged or  
blotchy?  
Use a clean original.  
Striped copies  
Is transfer charger clean?  
Clean the transfer charger.  
Use standard paper. If using special  
Non-standard paper used? papers, feed the paper through the  
multi-bypass tray.  
Store paper flat in the wrapper in a dry  
Paper curled or damp?  
location.  
Paper misfeeds  
frequently.  
Pieces of paper inside unit? Remove all pieces of misfed paper.  
Paper guides in the paper  
tray not set properly?  
Set the guides properly depending on  
the paper size.  
Too much paper in the paper Remove excessive paper from the  
tray or multi-bypass tray ?  
Is the paper too heavy?  
tray.  
Use paper within the specified range.  
The fusing temperature is  
not appropriate.  
In the user programs, set "Fusing  
temperature setting when the bypass tray  
is used" (program 29) to "2 (High)".  
Replace with dry paper. If the unit is  
not used for long time, remove the  
paper from the paper tray and store it  
in its wrapper in a dry location.  
Images rub off the  
copy easily.  
Paper damp?  
Printing is not  
The fusing temperature is  
In the user programs, set "Fusing  
temperature setting when the bypass  
tray is used" (program 29) to "1 (Low)".  
uniform between not appropriate.  
the edges of the  
paper and the  
center.  
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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  
Cause and remedy  
Page  
Developer  
replacement required  
indicator  
Steadily Developer is required. contact your authorised  
lit  
service representative.  
Steadily Replacement of Toner cartridge will be needed soon.  
Toner cartridge  
replacement required  
indicator  
lit  
Prepare a new cartridge. (AR-208T)  
Toner cartridge must be replaced. Replace it with a  
new one. (AR-208T)  
Blinking  
A misfeed has occurred. Remove the misfed paper  
referring to the description of "MISFEED REMOVAL".  
The lower side cover may be open. If so, close it.  
Misfeed indicator  
Blinking  
Maintenance  
indicator  
Steadily Service by an authorised SHARP service technician  
lit  
is required.  
An original misfeed has occurred in the SPF. Remove  
Blinking the misfed originals referring to the description of "E:  
Misfeed in the SPF".  
SPF misfeed  
indicator  
The unit is in the preheat mode. Press any key to  
cancel the preheat mode.  
The unit is in the auto power shut-off mode. Press the  
start ( ) key to cancel the auto power shut-off  
mode.  
Power save indicator is steadily  
lit.  
The paper tray indicator is  
blinking.  
The paper tray is not installed properly. Push the tray  
into the unit securely.  
The toner cartridge is not installed. Check if the  
cartridge is installed. If "CH" is blinking even if a  
cartridge is installed properly, contact your SHARP  
service centre immediately.  
"CH" is blinking in the display.  
Side cover is open. Close the side cover securely by  
"CH" is steadily lit in the display. pressing the round projections near the side cover  
open button.  
The paper tray or multi-bypass tray is empty.  
Load paper.  
A misfeed has occurred in the paper tray, single  
bypass or multi-bypass tray. Remove the misfed  
paper.  
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"P" is blinking in the display.  
Paper tray is not securely installed. Push the tray in  
securely.  
The scan head locking switch is locked. Unlock the  
scan head locking switch and turn the power switch  
off/on.  
A letter and a number appear  
alternately.  
The unit will not function. Turn the power switch off  
and then switch it on, and if there is again an error,  
remove the power cord from the outlet, and contact  
your authorized service representative.  
A letter and a number appear  
alternately.  
The unit will not function. Turn the power switch off  
and then switch it on, or when the side cover is  
opened and then closed ; and if there is again an  
error, check whether or not you forgot to remove the  
bundling tape on the cartridge.  
A letter and a number appear  
alternately.  
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MISFEED REMOVAL  
When the misfeed (  
) indicator blinks or  
blinks in the display, the unit will  
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. Then this number will disappear when copying is resumed or the  
clear (  
) key is pressed. When the SPF misfeeds an original sheet, the unit will  
) indicator will blink, while the misfeed ( ) indicator  
stop and the SPF misfeed (  
will remain off. For a misfeed of originals in the SPF, see "E: Misfeed in the SPF"  
If the unit is turned on with the lower side cover open, the misfeed (  
)
indicator will blink. In this case, close the lower side cover. The misfeed  
) indicator will go out.  
(
Open the multi-bypass tray, and side cover, in that order.  
To open the multi-bypass tray, see "The multi-bypass tray" (p.10). To open  
1
2
Check the misfeed location. Remove the misfed paper  
following the instructions for each location in the illustration  
below. If the misfeed (  
) indicator blinks, proceed to "A:  
If the misfed paper is seen from  
this side, proceed to "C: Misfeed  
in the transport area". (p.54)  
If paper is misfed here, proceed to "B:  
Misfeed in the fusing area". (p.53)  
If paper is misfed here, proceed  
to "D: Misfeed in the lower  
paper feed area". (p.55)  
If paper is misfed here, proceed to "A:  
Misfeed in the paper feed area". (p.53)  
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A: Misfeed in the paper feed area  
Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as  
1
shown in the illustration. When the misfeed ( ) indicator  
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".  
The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when  
removing misfed paper. Doing so may cause a burn or other  
injury.  
Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion) when  
removing the misfed paper. Doing so may cause smudges on  
copies.  
Close the side cover by pressing the round projections near  
2
the side cover open button. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go  
out and the start (  
) indicator will light up.  
B: Misfeed in the fusing area  
Lower the fusing unit release  
lever.  
1
Fusing unit release lever  
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53  
       
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".  
2
The fusing unit is hot. Do not  
touch the fusing unit when  
removing misfed paper. Doing  
so may cause a burn or other  
injury.  
• Do not touch the photoconductive drum (green portion) when  
removing the misfed paper. Doing so may cause smudges on  
copies.  
• Do not remove the misfed paper from above the fusing unit.  
Unfixed toner on the paper may stain the paper transport  
area, resulting in smudges on copies.  
Raise the fusing unit release lever and then close the side  
cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover  
open button. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out and the start  
3
(
) indicator will light up.  
C: Misfeed in the transport area  
Lower the fusing unit release lever.  
1
Open the front cover.  
2
To open the front cover, see "TONER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT"  
Rotate the feeding roller in  
3
the direction of the arrow  
and gently remove the  
misfed paper from the exit  
area.  
Roller rotating knob  
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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 ( ) indicator will  
4
5
go out and the start (  
) indicator will light up.  
When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and  
then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order,  
the covers may be damaged.  
D: Misfeed in the lower paper feed area  
Open the lower side cover  
1
(under the manual tray) and  
remove the misfed paper. If  
blinks and the misfed  
paper is not seen from the  
area of the lower side cover,  
pull out the lower paper tray  
and remove the misfed  
paper. Then close the lower  
paper tray.  
Close the lower side cover.  
2
Close the side cover by pressing the round projections near  
3
the side cover open button. The misfeed (  
) indicator will go  
out and the start (  
) indicator will light up.  
E: Misfeed in the SPF  
An original misfeed may occur at one of three locations: if the misfed original is seen  
from the original feeder tray, (A) in the original feeder tray; if the misfed original is not  
seen from the original feeder tray, (B) in the exit area or (C) under the feeding roller.  
Remove the misfed original following the instructions for each location.  
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(A) Open the feeding roller cover and pull the original gently to the left and out  
from the original feeder tray. Close the feeding roller cover. Open and close  
the original cover to clear the SPF misfeed (  
) indicator. If the misfed  
original cannot be easily removed, proceed to (C).  
Document feeder cover  
SPF jam release lever  
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(B) Open the original cover and rotate the roller rotating knob to remove the  
misfed original from the exit area. If the misfed original cannot be easily  
removed, proceed to (C).  
Roller  
(C) If the original does not move easily into the exit area, remove it in the  
direction of the arrow while rotating the knob.  
A number may appear in the display after a minus sign, indicating the  
number of the originals that must be returned to the original feeder tray.  
Open and close the SPF to clear the SPF misfeed (  
then clear the misfeed and return the required number of originals. Then  
press the start ( ) key to resume copying.  
) indicator and  
DEVELOPER REQUIRED  
When the developer replacement required (  
) indicator lights up, the developer  
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 (  
) indicator lights up, service by an authorised SHARP  
service technician is required. Contact your service centre as soon as possible.  
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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 (  
) as shown below.  
Grasp here and turn in  
the direction of the arrow.  
A
Lock  
Unlock  
A
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.  
and  
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OPTIONS  
8
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION  
A number of options are available for the unit which allow you to configure a system  
to meet your particular needs. The options include the following.  
Single Pass Feeder  
(AR-SP9)  
250-sheet paper  
feed unit  
(AR-D33)  
AR-203E  
SINGLE PASS FEEDER (AR-SP9)  
The single pass feeder (SPF) holds up to 50 originals for automatic feeding.  
The procedures for placing originals in  
the SPF, cleaning the SPF, and  
removing a misfeed are explained in  
Original guide  
the following sections. See "Using the  
SPF" (p.16), "CLEANING THE UNIT"  
Document  
feeder cover  
Peep hole  
Exit area  
Document feeder tray  
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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. Follow the steps below to display the number of originals to be returned.  
The following procedure omits removal of the misfeed. Be sure to remove  
the misfeed before displaying the number of originals to be returned. For  
the misfeed removal procedure, see "MISFEED REMOVAL" (p.52).  
When a paper misfeed occurs in the  
1
main unit, the SPF stops and the ZOOM  
A5  
A4  
indicator blinks.  
A4 B5  
A4  
A5  
The remaining number of sets will blink in the  
display.  
Be sure to remove misfed paper(s) at the main  
unit paper path first. Then follow the step 2  
onwards.  
Remove any originals that have not yet  
been scanned from the document  
feeder tray.  
For the original(s) stuck in the SPF, do not  
remove manually. This may cause a machine  
malfunction. See the step 3.  
2
3
Press the copy ratio display (%) key.  
A5  
A4  
The originals that were being scanned in the SPF  
will be discharged and the number of original  
sheets to be returned will blink in the display.  
Place the displayed number of original sheets  
back in the document feeder tray together with  
the original sheets removed in step 2.  
A4 B5  
A4  
A5  
8
A4  
B5  
A5  
Display of number of original  
sheets to be returned  
If "SPF automatic original discharge time" is enabled in the user  
programs, the originals in the SPF will be automatically discharged after  
the set time elapses. ("USER PROGRAMS" (p.43)  
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250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT (AR-D33)  
The paper feed unit provide the convenience of increased paper capacity for the unit  
and a greater choice of paper size readily available for copying.  
The procedures for loading paper in the  
paper tray of paper feed unit, changing  
the paper size, and selecting the paper  
tray are same as for the paper tray in the  
Lower side cover  
Tray  
Using the paper feed unit  
with the printer function  
The AR-D33 can also be used with the printer function. To use the AR-D33 with the  
printer function, follow these steps to adjust the settings in the printer driver.  
The printer driver cannot be set for use with the AR-D33 when opened  
from the application.  
Click the "start" button.  
1
Click "Control Panel", select "Printer and Other Hardware", and  
2
then click "Printer and Faxes".  
• On Windows Vista, select "Settings" and click "Printers".  
• On Windows 98/Me/2000, select "Setting" and click "Printers".  
Click the "SHARP AR-xxxx" printer driver icon and from the  
3
"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" from the "File" menu, and then click the "Setup" tab.  
Click the "Utility" tab.  
4
Select "Two trays" for "Input tray  
option", and click "OK".  
5
The printer driver closes. This completes the  
settings needed to use the AR-D33.  
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APPENDIX  
9
SPECIFICATIONS  
Model  
AR-203E  
Type  
Digital multifunctional system, desk-top type  
Dry, electrostatic transfer  
Sheets, bound documents  
Available - Cable required (USB)  
Available - Cable required (USB)  
250 sheets  
Copy system  
Originals  
Printer function  
Scanner function  
Paper tray  
Multi-bypass tray  
Paper output tray  
Original sizes  
50 sheets  
200 sheets  
Max. A4  
Original table  
SPF  
1 sheet  
Original feed  
Up to 50 sheets  
Copy / printing size  
A6 to A4 *1  
Max. 4mm *2  
Image loss  
Max. 4.5mm *3  
Copy speed  
20 pages/min.  
Print speed  
Max. 15 pages/min. (A4)  
Max. 99 pages subtractive counter  
Continuous copying  
8.0 seconds (When user program 24 is set to OFF)  
10.7 seconds (When user program 24 is set to ON)  
(paper: A4, exposure mode: AUTO, copy ratio: 100%)  
First-copy time  
(Approximately)  
Original table :  
Variable:25% to 400% in 1% increments (total 376 steps)  
Fixed: 50%, 70%, 86%, 100%, 141%, 200%  
SPF:  
Variable:50% to 200% in 1% increments (total 151 steps)  
Fixed: 50%, 70%, 86%, 100%, 141%, 200%  
Copy ratio  
Moving optical source, slit exposure (stationary platen)  
with automatic exposure  
Original table  
SPF  
Exposure  
system  
Moving original  
Fusing system  
Heat rollers  
Development system  
Light source  
Magnetic brush development  
Cold cathode fluorescent lamp  
600 x 300dpi (Auto/Manual mode)  
600 x 600dpi (Photo mode)  
Copier  
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Resolution  
Printer  
Scanner  
Scan  
600dpi  
600 x 1200dpi  
256 levels  
2 levels  
Gradation  
Bit depth  
Output  
1 bit or 8 bit/pixel  
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Model  
AR-203E  
Sensor  
Colour CCD  
Max. 2.88ms/line  
8 MB  
Scanning speed  
Memory  
Local voltage ±10% (For this copier power supply, see  
the name plate located on the back of the unit)  
Power supply  
Power consumption  
1000 W  
607.6mm  
462.5mm  
16kg  
Width  
Depth  
Overall  
dimensions  
Weight (Approximately) *4  
Width  
518mm  
462.5mm  
295.6mm  
Unit dimensions Depth  
Height  
Temperature: 10°C to 30°C  
Humidity: 20% to 85%  
Operating conditions  
Emulation  
SHARP GDI  
Interface port  
USB interface (USB 2.0 Full Speed)  
Sound Power Level LwA (1B=10dB)  
Copying: 6.4 [B]  
Standby: 3.3 [B]  
Sound Pressure Level LpA (bystander positions)  
Copying: 48 [dB (A)]  
Noise level  
Standby: 17 [dB (A)]  
Sound Pressure Level LpA (operator position)  
Copying: 52 [dB (A)]  
Standby: 17 [dB (A)]  
Noise emission measurement in accordance with ISO  
7779.  
Emission concentration  
(measurement according to  
RAL-UZ 62)  
Ozone: less than 0.02 mg/m3  
Dust: less than 0.075 mg/m3  
Styrene: less than 0.07 mg/m3  
250-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D33)  
Single Pass Feeder (AR-SP9)  
Optional equipment  
*1 Feed paper lengthwise only.  
*2 Leading and trailing edges.  
*3 Along the other edges in totals.  
*4 Not including toner and drum cartridges.  
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Single pass feeder (AR-SP9)  
Weight: 56g/m2 to 90g/m2  
Acceptable originals  
Size: A5 to A4  
Capacity: Up to 50 sheets  
Power supply  
Weight  
Drawn from the unit.  
Approx. 3kg  
Dimensions  
498mm (W) x 380mm (D) x 110mm (H)  
250-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D33)  
Paper size  
A5 to A4  
Paper weight  
Paper capacity  
Weight  
56g/m2 to 80g/m2  
One paper tray with capacity for 250 sheets of 80g/m2 bond paper  
3kg  
Dimensions  
Power supply  
498mm (W) x 395mm (D) x 88mm (H)  
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. There may be some deviations from  
these values in individual units.  
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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. Look for the Genuine  
Supplies label on the toner package.  
Supply list  
Supply  
Part number  
Usable life  
Toner cartridge  
AR-208T  
Approx. 8,000 sheets*  
*Based on copying onto A4-type paper at 6% toned area.  
Interface cable  
Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer.  
USB interface cable  
Use a shielded cable.  
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INDEX  
2
D
250-sheet paper feed unit....................60 Dark key .......................................... 6, 17  
Developer replacement required  
A
indicator .................................... 6, 51, 56  
About supplies .....................................64  
Alarm indicator  
Developer required.............................. 56  
Display................................................... 6  
Displaying total number of copies........ 44  
- 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  
E
Exposure adjustment........................... 17  
Exposure mode indicator................. 6, 17  
Exposure mode selector key ........... 6, 17  
F
Front cover ............................................ 5  
Fusing unit release lever ................. 5, 53  
H
B
Handle ................................................... 5  
Hardware and software  
Before installation ................................21  
Button Manager .............................20, 32  
Bypass feed .........................................10  
Bypass paper guides .......................5, 10  
requirements........................................ 21  
How to print ......................................... 31  
How to use the online manual ............. 41  
C
Cautions  
I
Indicators on the operation panel ........ 29  
Initial settings of operation panel......... 14  
Installing the software.......................... 22  
Interrupt copying.................................. 31  
Introduction............................................ 4  
- Handling ............................................1  
- Label..................................................1  
- Laser .................................................2  
- Using .................................................1  
Charger cleaner ...............................5, 49  
CLEANING...........................................48  
Cleaning the unit  
L
Light and dark indicator ................... 6, 17  
Light key .......................................... 6, 17  
Loading paper........................................ 7  
Loading the paper tray........................... 8  
- Cabinet............................................48  
- Original cover ..................................48  
- Original table ...................................48  
- SPF .................................................48  
- SPF scanning window.....................48  
- Transfer charger..............................49  
Clear key....................................6, 17, 44  
Connecting a USB interface cable.......26  
Conventions used in this manual...........4  
Copy flow .............................................12  
Copy quantity.......................................17  
Copy quantity key ......................6, 14, 17  
Copy ratio display key......................6, 17  
Copy ratio selector indicator ............6, 17  
Copy ratio selector key ....................6, 17  
M
Maintenance indicator ............... 6, 51, 56  
Making copies...................................... 12  
MFP driver  
- Print Status Window........................20  
- Printer driver....................................20  
- Scanner driver.................................20  
Misfeed indicator ....................... 6, 51, 53  
Misfeed removal  
- Fusing area .....................................53  
- Lower paper feed area....................55  
65  
 
- Paper feed area...............................53 SCAN key........................................ 6, 37  
- SPF .................................................55 Scanning from your computer ............. 38  
- Transport area.................................54  
Scanning with the "Scanner and  
Multi-bypass tray..................................10  
Camera Wizard" .................................. 40  
Sharpdesk ........................................... 20  
Side cover.............................................. 5  
Side cover open button.......................... 5  
Software .............................................. 20  
Specifications ...................................... 61  
SPF...................................................... 16  
SPF indicator................................... 6, 16  
SPF misfed indicator ................. 6, 52, 55  
Start indicator .................................. 6, 29  
Start key .................................... 6, 12, 44  
Status indicators.................................. 51  
System configuration........................... 58  
N
Name  
- Operation panel.................................6  
- Part names........................................5  
O
ONLINE indicator.............................6, 29  
ONLINE key.....................................6, 29  
Online manual......................................41  
Opening the printer driver ....................30  
Opening the scanner driver..................38  
Operation panel .....................................6  
Optional equipment..............................58  
Original placement...............................15  
- Original table ..................................15  
- SPF .................................................16  
Original table..........................................5  
Original to copy indicator .......................6  
Original to copy key .........................6, 12  
T
Toner cartridge .................................... 45  
Toner cartridge life............................... 47  
Toner cartridge replacement ............... 45  
Toner cartridge replacement  
indicator..................................... 6, 45, 51  
Transfer charger.............................. 5, 49  
Tray select key ................................ 6, 19  
Troubleshooting................................... 50  
Troubleshooting the unit...................... 50  
P
Paper .....................................................7  
Paper feed location indicator .................6  
Paper output tray ...................................5 U  
Paper output tray extension...................5  
Paper tray ..........................................5, 8  
Photo copying ......................................17  
Photoconductive drum ...............5, 54, 55  
Power cord socket .................................5  
Power off..............................................14  
Power on..............................................13  
Power save indicator........................6, 29  
Power save mode indicator..................43  
Power switch....................................5, 13  
Preheat mode ......................................43  
Printer driver ........................................20  
Proper storage .......................................2  
USB interface cable............................. 26  
Using the manual................................... 4  
Using the printer mode ........................ 30  
Using the scanner mode...................... 32  
Using the SHARP TWAIN ................... 38  
Z
ZOOM indicator ............................... 6, 19  
ZOOM key ....................................... 6, 19  
R
Reduction/enlargement/zoom..............19  
S
Scan head locking switch.....................57  
Scanner driver......................................20  
Scanner indicator.............................6, 29  
66  
INDEX BY PURPOSE  
Cleaning the unit  
Removing paper jams  
- Cabinet............................................48  
- Original cover ..................................48  
- Original table ...................................48  
- SPF .................................................48  
- Transfer changer.............................49  
- Fusing area .....................................53  
- Lower paper feed area....................55  
- Paper feed area ..............................53  
- SPF .................................................55  
- Transport area.................................54  
Connecting a USB interface cable.......26 Replacing the toner cartridge .............. 45  
Copying................................................12 Scanning  
Displaying total number of copies........44  
Enlarging/reducing copies....................19  
Installing the software  
- Button Manager...............................20  
- MFP driver.......................................20  
- Sharpdesk .......................................20  
Loading paper  
- Button Manager...............................37  
- Scanner and Camera Wizard..........40  
- SHARP TWAIN ...............................39  
Selecting the tray .................................19  
Setting the copy quality  
- AUTO ..............................................17  
- MANUAL .........................................17  
- PHOTO ...........................................18  
- Multi-bypass tray .............................10  
- Paper tray..........................................7 Setting the copy quantity ..................... 17  
Loading the original..............................15 Setting the toner save mode................ 42  
- Original table...................................15 Setting the user program..................... 43  
- SPF.................................................16 Setting up the Button Manager............ 32  
Opening the printer driver ....................30 Storing the supplies............................... 2  
Power off..............................................14 Using the online manual...................... 41  
Power on..............................................13  
Printing.................................................30  
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Date Issued : Nov. 1, 2007  
MSDS No. F-01601  
1.PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION  
Product Name AR-208NT/ AR-208T (Black Toner)  
:
Supplier Identification : Sharp Corporation  
22-22 Nagaike-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Japan  
Local suppliers are listed below. Please contact the nearest supplier for additional information.  
Area  
(Country)  
U.S.A.  
(Name and Telephone Number)  
Sharp Electronics Corporation  
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, NJ  
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.  
: 1-800-237-4277  
: 1-800-255-3924  
North  
America  
Canada  
Australia  
Germany  
: 905-890-2100  
: 1-800-255-3924  
Oceania  
No1 Huntingwood Drive Huntingwood Blacktown N.S.W.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH  
Sonninstrasse 3, 20097 Hamburg  
Telephone number to access MSDS  
For more information  
: 1300-13-50-22  
: 040-2376-2185  
: 040-2376-2613  
United  
Kingdom  
France  
Sharp Electronics (U. K.) Ltd.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics France S.A.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics GMBH  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics (Italy) S.P.A.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics (Espana) S.A.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics Benelux B.V.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics Nordic AB  
: 08705-274-277  
: 01-49-90-34-00  
: 01-727-19-0  
: 02895951  
Austria  
Italy  
Europe  
Spain  
: 93-581-97-00  
: 30-6359500  
: 08-634-36-00  
: 01-846-6111  
Netherlands  
Sweden  
Switzerland  
U.A.E.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics(Schweiz)AG  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Middle East FZE  
Middle  
East  
P.O.Box 17115 Jebel Ali, Dubai  
Telephone number for information  
: 04-815311  
2.COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS  
Substance[ ]  
Ingredient  
Preparation[X]  
CAS No.  
Proportion  
OSHA PEL  
ACGIH TLV MAK-TWA  
NOHSC-TWA  
Styrene-Acrylate  
copolymer  
Carbon black  
Iron oxide  
29497-14-1  
85-95%  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Not listed  
1333-86-4  
1309-38-2  
109125-51-1  
84179-66-8  
5-10%  
1-5%  
< 2%  
3.5mg/m3  
Not listed  
0.5mg/m3  
3.5mg/m3  
Not listed  
0.5mg/m3  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Not listed  
3mg/m3  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Metal Complex dye*  
* EC N0. : 400-110-2, Symbol letter : F,N , R Phrase : R11, R50/53  
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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.  
Environmental Effects : Not toxic to aquatic organisms  
[Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
Specific Hazards  
: Dust explosion (like most finely divided organic powders)  
Directive 1999/45/EC(Europe) : Not classified as dangerous  
4.FIRST-AID MEASURES  
Route(s) of Entry : Inhalation?  
Skin?  
Ingestion?  
Yes  
No  
Possible but very unusual.  
Inhalation  
: Remove to fresh air. If symptoms occur, consult medical personnel.  
Skin Contact : Wash with soap and water for 15 minutes or until particle is removed.  
If irritation does occur, consult medical personnel.  
Eye Contact : Flush eyes immediately with water for 15 minutes. If irritation does occur, consult medical personnel.  
Ingestion  
: Rinse with water and drink several glasses of water. If irritation or discomfort does occur, consult  
medical personnel.  
5.FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES  
Extinguishing Media  
: Water, CO2, foam and dry chemicals  
Special Fire Fighting Procedures : None  
Fire and Explosion Hazards : Toner material, like most finely divided organic powders, may form an explosive  
mixture.  
6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES  
Personal Precautions  
: None  
Environmental Precautions  
Methods for Cleaning Up  
: None  
: Wipe off with paper or cloth. Do not use vacuum cleaner when a large amount is  
released. It, like most finely divided organic powders, is capable of creating a  
dust explosion.  
7.HANDLING AND STORAGE  
Handling  
Technical Measures  
Precautions  
: None  
: None  
Safe Handling Advice : Use of a dust mask is recommended when handling a large quantity of toner or during long  
term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust. Try not to disperse the particles.  
Storage  
Technical Measures  
Storage Conditions  
: None  
: Keep container closed and Store in a cool and dry place.  
Keep out of the reach of children.  
Incompatible Products : None  
8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION  
Engineering Measures  
Ventilation  
: Not required under intended use.  
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Exposure Limit Values  
OSHA-PEL(USA)  
ACGIH-TLV(USA)  
: 15mg/m3 (Total Dust), 5mg/m3 (Respirable Dust)  
: 10mg/m3 (Total Dust), 3mg/m3 (Respirable Dust)  
Personal Protective Equipment  
Respiratory Protection  
Hand Protection  
Eye Protection  
Skin Protection  
: Not required under intended use.  
: Not required under intended use.  
: Not required under intended use.  
: Not required under intended use.  
Other Protective Equipment  
: Use of a dust mask and goggles are recommended when handling a large  
quantity of toner or during long term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust.  
9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES  
Appearance  
Physical State : Solid  
Ph  
Boiling / Melting Point  
Softening Point(°C)  
Flash Point(°C)  
lgnition Point(°C )  
Explosion Properties  
Density(g/cm³)  
Form : Powder  
Color : Black  
Odor : odorless  
: Not applicable  
: Not applicable  
: 100 - 130  
: Not applicable  
: > 350  
: No data  
: 1.1 (bulk density : 0.35)  
: Negligible  
Solubility in Water  
10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY  
Stability  
: Stable  
Hazardous Reactions  
Conditions to Avoid  
Materials to Avoid  
: Dust explosion, like most finely divided organic powders.  
: Electric discharge, throwing into fire.  
: Oxidizing Materials  
Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO2 and NOX  
Further Information  
: None  
11.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION  
Acute Toxicity  
Ingestion(oral)  
Inhalation  
: LD50 > 2500mg/kg [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
: No data  
Eye irritation  
Skin irritation  
Skin sensitizer  
Mutagenicity  
: Not an irritant [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
: Not an irritant [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
: No sensitized [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
: Negative (Ames Test) [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
Carcinogenicity : In 1996 the IARC reevaluated carbon black as a Group 2B carcinogen (possible human  
carcinogen). This classification is given to chemicals for which there is inadequate human  
evidence, but sufficient animal evidence on which to base an opinion of carcinogenicity. The  
classification is based upon the development of lung tumors in rats receiving chronic inhalation  
exposures to free carbon black at levels that induce particle overload of the lung. Studies  
performed in animal models other than rats did not show any association between carbon black  
and lung tumors. Moreover, a two-year cancer bioassay using a typical toner preparation  
containing carbon black demonstrated no association between toner exposure and tumor  
development in rats.  
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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/m3) exposure  
group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in the middle  
(4mg/m3) exposure group, but no pulmonary change was reported in the lowest (1mg/m3)  
exposure group, the most relevant level to potential human exposures.  
12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION  
Ecotoxicity : On available data, toner is not harmful to aquatic organisms  
[Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
13.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS  
Waste from Residues  
: Waste material may be dumped or incinerated under conditions which meet all federal,  
state and local environmental regulations.  
Contaminated Packaging : Waste may be disposed or incinerated under conditions which meet all federal, state  
and local environmental regulations.  
14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION  
UN Classification  
: None  
Not classified as hazardous for transport.  
15.REGULATORY INFORMATION  
US Information  
TSCA(Toxic Substances Control Act) :  
All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or order under TSCA.  
SARA(Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act) Title III  
302 Extreme Hazardous Substance : None  
311/312 Hazard Classification  
EU Information  
: None  
1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC  
Symbol & Indication  
R-Phrase  
: Not required  
: Not required  
76/769/EEC  
: All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or  
order under 76/769/EEC.  
16.OTHER INFORMATION  
NFPA Rating (USA)  
: Health=1  
Flammability=1  
Reactivity=0  
WHMIS Legislation (Canada) : This product is not a controlled product.  
List of R phrases  
References  
: R11 : Highly flammable  
R50/53 : Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in  
the aquatic environment.  
IARC(1996) : IARC monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Humans, Vol. 65,  
Printing Process And Printing Inks, Carbon Black and Some Nitro Compounds, Lyon, pp.149-261  
H.Muhle, B.Bellmann, O.Creutzenberg, C.Dasenbrock, H.Ernst, R.Kilpper, J.C.MacKenzie, P.Morrow, U.Mohr,  
S.Takenaka, and R.Mermelstein(1991) Pulmonary Response to Toner upon Chronic Inhalation Exposure in Rats.  
Fundamental and Applied Toxicology 17, pp.280-299.  
The information on this data sheet represents our current data and best opinion as to the proper use in handling of this  
product under normal conditions. However, all materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with  
caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we do not guarantee that these are the only hazards which  
exist.  
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET  
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1.PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION  
Product Name : AR-208ND / AR-208DV (Black Developer)  
Supplier Identification : Sharp Corporation  
22-22 Nagaike-cho, Abeno-ku, Osaka, Japan  
Local suppliers are listed below. Please contact the nearest supplier for additional information.  
Area  
(Country)  
U.S.A.  
(Name and Telephone Number)  
Sharp Electronics Corporation  
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, NJ  
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.  
: 1-800-237-4277  
: 1-800-255-3924  
North  
America  
Canada  
Australia  
Germany  
: 905-890-2100  
: 1-800-255-3924  
Oceania  
No1 Huntingwood Drive Huntingwood Blacktown N.S.W.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH  
Sonninstrasse 3, 20097 Hamburg  
Telephone number to access MSDS  
For more information  
: 1300-13-50-22  
: 040-2376-2185  
: 040-2376-2613  
United  
Kingdom  
France  
Sharp Electronics (U. K.) Ltd.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics France S.A.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics GMBH  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics (Italy) S.P.A.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics (Espana) S.A.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics Benelux B.V.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics Nordic AB  
: 08705-274-277  
: 01-49-90-34-00  
: 01-727-19-0  
: 02895951  
Austria  
Italy  
Europe  
Spain  
: 93-581-97-00  
: 30-6359500  
: 08-634-36-00  
: 01-846-6111  
Netherlands  
Sweden  
Switzerland  
U.A.E.  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Electronics(Schweiz)AG  
Telephone number for information  
Sharp Middle East FZE  
Middle  
East  
P.O.Box 17115 Jebel Ali, Dubai  
Telephone number for information  
: 04-815311  
2.COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS  
Substance[ ]  
Preparation[X]  
Ingredient  
CAS No.  
Proportion  
85-95 %  
5-10 %  
OSHA PEL  
Not listed  
ACGIH TLV MAK-TWA  
NOHSC-TWA  
Iron powder  
7439-89-6  
29497-14-1  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Not listed  
Styrene-Acrylate  
copolymer  
Carbon black  
Not listed  
1333-86-4  
< 1 %  
3.5mg/m3  
3.5mg/m3  
Not listed  
3mg/m3  
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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.  
Environmental Effects : Not toxic to aquatic organisms  
[Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
Specific Hazards  
: Dust explosion (like most finely divided organic powders)  
Directive 1999/45/EC(Europe) : Not classified as dangerous  
4.FIRST-AID MEASURES  
Route(s) of Entry : Inhalation?  
Skin?  
Ingestion?  
No  
No  
Possible but very unusual.  
Inhalation  
: Remove to fresh air. If symptoms occur, consult medical personnel.  
Skin Contact : Wash with soap and water for 15 minutes or until particle is removed.  
If irritation does occur, consult medical personnel.  
Eye Contact : Flush eyes immediately with water for 15 minutes. If irritation does occur, consult medical personnel.  
Ingestion  
: Rinse with water and drink several glasses of water. If irritation or discomfort does occur, consult  
medical personnel.  
5.FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES  
Extinguishing Media  
: Water, CO2, foam and dry chemicals  
Special Fire Fighting Procedures : None  
Fire and Explosion Hazards : Toner material, like most finely divided organic powders, may form an explosive  
mixture.  
6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES  
Personal Precautions  
: None  
Environmental Precautions  
Methods for Cleaning Up  
: None  
: Wipe off with paper or cloth. Do not use vacuum cleaner when a large amount is  
released. It, like most finely divided organic powders, is capable of creating a  
dust explosion.  
7.HANDLING AND STORAGE  
Handling  
Technical Measures  
Precautions  
: None  
: None  
Safe Handling Advice : Use of a dust mask is recommended when handling a large quantity of toner or during long  
term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust. Try not to disperse the particles.  
Storage  
Technical Measures  
Storage Conditions  
: None  
: Keep container closed and Store in a cool and dry place.  
Keep out of the reach of children.  
Incompatible Products : None  
8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION  
Engineering Measures  
Ventilation  
: Not required under intended use.  
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Exposure Limit Values  
OSHA-PEL(USA)  
ACGIH-TLV(USA)  
: 15mg/m3 (Total Dust), 5mg/m3 (Respirable Dust)  
: 10mg/m3 (Total Dust), 3mg/m3 (Respirable Dust)  
Personal Protective Equipment  
Respiratory Protection  
Hand Protection  
Eye Protection  
Skin Protection  
: Not required under intended use.  
: Not required under intended use.  
: Not required under intended use.  
: Not required under intended use.  
Other Protective Equipment  
: Use of a dust mask and goggles are recommended when handling a large  
quantity of toner or during long term exposure, as with any non-toxic dust.  
9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES  
Appearance  
Physical State : Solid  
Ph  
Boiling / Melting Point  
Flash Point(°C)  
lgnition Point(°C )  
Explosion Properties  
Density(g/cm³)  
Form : Powder  
Color : Black  
Odor : odorless  
: Not applicable  
: Not applicable  
: Not applicable  
: No data  
: No data  
: 7.3 (bulk density : 2.0)  
: Negligible  
Solubility in Water  
10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY  
Stability  
: Stable  
Hazardous Reactions  
Conditions to Avoid  
Materials to Avoid  
: Dust explosion, like most finely divided organic powders.  
: Electric discharge, throwing into fire.  
: Oxidizing Materials  
Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO, CO2 and NOX  
Further Information  
: None  
11.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION  
Acute Toxicity  
Ingestion(oral)  
Inhalation  
: LD50 > 2000mg/kg [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
: No data  
Eye irritation  
Skin irritation  
Skin sensitizer  
Mutagenicity  
: Not an irritant [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
: Not an irritant [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
: No sensitized [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
: Negative (Ames Test) [Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
Carcinogenicity : In 1996 the IARC reevaluated carbon black as a Group 2B carcinogen (possible human  
carcinogen). This classification is given to chemicals for which there is inadequate human  
evidence, but sufficient animal evidence on which to base an opinion of carcinogenicity. The  
classification is based upon the development of lung tumors in rats receiving chronic inhalation  
exposures to free carbon black at levels that induce particle overload of the lung. Studies  
performed in animal models other than rats did not show any association between carbon black  
and lung tumors. Moreover, a two-year cancer bioassay using a typical toner preparation  
containing carbon black demonstrated no association between toner exposure and tumor  
development in rats.  
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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/m3) exposure  
group, and a minimal to mild degree of fibrosis was noted in 22% of the animals in the middle  
(4mg/m3) exposure group, but no pulmonary change was reported in the lowest (1mg/m3)  
exposure group, the most relevant level to potential human exposures.  
12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION  
Ecotoxicity : On available data, toner is not harmful to aquatic organisms  
[Estimated from the other product containing similar material]  
13.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS  
Waste from Residues  
: Waste material may be dumped or incinerated under conditions which meet all federal,  
state and local environmental regulations.  
Contaminated Packaging : Waste may be disposed or incinerated under conditions which meet all federal, state  
and local environmental regulations.  
14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION  
UN Classification  
: None  
Not classified as hazardous for transport.  
15.REGULATORY INFORMATION  
US Information  
TSCA(Toxic Substances Control Act) :  
All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or order under TSCA.  
SARA(Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act) Title III  
302 Extreme Hazardous Substance : None  
311/312 Hazard Classification  
EU Information  
: None  
1999/45/EC and 67/548/EEC  
Symbol & Indication  
R-Phrase  
: Not required  
: Not required  
76/769/EEC  
: All chemical substances in this product comply with all applicable rules or  
order under 76/769/EEC.  
16.OTHER INFORMATION  
NFPA Rating (USA)  
: Health=1  
Flammability=1  
Reactivity=0  
WHMIS Legislation (Canada) : This product is not a controlled product.  
References  
IARC(1996) : IARC monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Humans, Vol. 65,  
Printing Process And Printing Inks, Carbon Black and Some Nitro Compounds, Lyon, pp.149-261  
H.Muhle, B.Bellmann, O.Creutzenberg, C.Dasenbrock, H.Ernst, R.Kilpper, J.C.MacKenzie, P.Morrow, U.Mohr,  
S.Takenaka, and R.Mermelstein(1991) Pulmonary Response to Toner upon Chronic Inhalation Exposure in Rats.  
Fundamental and Applied Toxicology 17, pp.280-299.  
The information on this data sheet represents our current data and best opinion as to the proper use in handling of this  
product under normal conditions. However, all materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with  
caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we do not guarantee that these are the only hazards which  
exist.  
A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households)  
1. In the European Union  
Attention: If you want to dispose of this  
equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust  
bin!  
Used electrical and electronic equipment must  
be treated separately and in accordance with  
legislation that requires proper treatment,  
recovery and recycling of used electrical and  
Attention: Your product is  
electronic equipment.  
marked with this symbol. It  
means that used electrical  
and electronic products  
should not be mixed with  
general household waste.  
There is a separate  
Following the implementation by member states,  
private households within the EU states may  
return their used electrical and electronic  
equipment to designated collection facilities free  
of charge*. In some countries* your local retailer  
may also take back your old product free of  
charge if you purchase a similar new one.  
*) Please contact your local authority for further details.  
If your used electrical or electronic equipment  
collection system for these  
products.  
has batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these separately beforehand  
according to local requirements.  
By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes  
the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential  
negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise  
due to inappropriate waste handling.  
2. In other Countries outside the EU  
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for  
the correct method of disposal.  
For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned free of  
charge to the dealer, even if you don’t purchase a new product. Further collection  
facilities are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.  
B. Information on Disposal for Business Users.  
1. In the European Union  
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.  
Small products (and small amounts) might be taken back by your local collection  
facilities.  
For Spain: Please contact the established collection system or your local authority  
for take-back of your used products.  
2. In other Countries outside the EU  
If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the  
correct method of disposal.  
CAUTION  
ADVARSEL  
CLASS 3B INVISIBLE LASER  
RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND  
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.  
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.  
USYNLIG KLASSE 3B  
LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL  
ÅPNES OG SIKKERHEDSS  
BRYTES. UNNGÅ  
EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.  
VORSICHT  
UNSICHTBARE  
VARNING  
LASERSTRAHLUNG DER  
KLASSE 3B, WENN  
ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND  
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG  
ÜBERBRÜCKT. NICHT DEM  
STRAHL AUSSETZEN.  
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING  
KLASS 3B NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR  
ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRRAR ÄR  
URKOPPLADE. UNDVIK  
EXPONERING FÖR STRÅLEN.  
VARO!  
AVATTAESSA JA  
SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA  
OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ  
LUOKAN 3B LASERSÄTEILYLLE.  
ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.  
ADVARSEL  
USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING AF  
KLASSE 3B VED ÅBNING, NÅR  
SIKKERHEDSBRYDERE ER  
UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ  
UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.  
USYNLIG KLASSE 3B LASERSTRÅLING NÅR DEKSEL ÅPNES  
CLASS 3B INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.  
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.  
CAUTION  
ADVERSEL OG SIKKERHEDSLÅS BRYTES. UNNGÅ EKSPONERING FOR STRÅLEN.  
UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNG DER KLASSE 3B, WENN ABDECKUNG GEÖFFNET UND  
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERERÜCKT. NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN.  
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING KLASS 3B NÄR DENNA DEL ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH  
VORSICHT  
ADVARSEL  
VARNING  
SPÄRRAR ÄR URKOPPLADE. UNDVIK FÖR STRÅLEN  
Laserstrahl  
U
SYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING AF KLASSE 3B VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER  
AVATTAESSA JA SUOJALUKITUS OHITETTAESSA OLET ALTTIINA NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ  
UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGA UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLING.  
VARO! LUOKAN  
3
B
LASERSÄTEILYLLE. ÄLÄ KATSO SÄTEESEEN.  
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT  
LASER KLASSE 1  
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE  
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT  
CLASS 1  
LASER PRODUCT  
LASER KLASSE 1  
SHARP Manufacturing France S.A.  
Route de Bollwiller 68360 SOULTZ FRANCE  
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