MODEL AL-2020 AL-2040 DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL Page INTRODUCTION SETTING UP THE UNIT LOADING PAPER INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE MAKING COPIES SPECIAL FUNCTIONS MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT APPENDIX 4 7 14 19 46 52 57 62 70 AL-2020 AL-2040 Shielded interface cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with EMC regulations. Do not make copies of anything which is prohibited from copying by law. The following items are normally prohibited from copying by national law. Other items may be prohibited by local law. Money Stamps Bonds Stocks Bank drafts Checks Passports Driver's licenses In some areas, the "POWER" switch positions are marked "I" and "O" on the copier instead of "ON" and "OFF". The symbol "O" denotes the copier is not completely de-energized but in a standby condition at this "POWER" switch position. If your copier is so marked, please read "I" for "ON" and "O" for "OFF". Caution! For a complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 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. · 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 during prolonged 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 switch the unit rapidly on and off. After turning the unit off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on. · 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 unit and shall be easily accessible. Important points when selecting an installation site Do not install your unit in areas that are: · subject to extreme temperature or · damp, humid, or very dusty humidity changes, e.g., near an air · exposed to direct sunlight conditioner or heater. · poorly ventilated 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. Do not expose the drum cartridge to direct sunlight. · Doing so will damage the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge, causing smudges on copies. Store spare supplies such as drum cartridges and TD cartridges in a dark place without removing from the package before use. · If they are exposed to direct sunlight, smudges on copies may result. Do not touch the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge. · Doing so will damage the surface of the cartridge, causing smudges on copies. Supply and Consumables The supply of spare parts for a repair of the appliance is guaranteed for at least 7 years following the termination of production. Spare parts are those parts of the apparatus which may break down within the scope of ordinary use of the product - whereas those parts which normally exceed the life of the product are not considered spare parts. Consumables also, are available for 7 years following the termination of production. 1 Trademark acknowledgements · Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® 98, Windows® Me, Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Windows® Vista and Internet Explorer® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries. · Adobe®, the Adobe® logo, Acrobat®, the Adobe® PDF logo, and ReaderTM are registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other countries. · IBM, PC/AT, and PowerPC are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. · Sharpdesk is a trademark of Sharp Corporation. · 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 Pulse times (North America) Output power 780 nm +15 nm (Four laser diodes) -10 nm 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 (0.2 mg/m3) 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. 2 CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION USING THE MANUALS ................. 4 PART NAMES ................................ 5 OPERATION PANEL...................... 6 6 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS TWO SIDED COPYING ...............52 DESCRIPTION OF OTHER SPECIAL FUNCTIONS................54 TONER SAVE MODE ..................54 USER PROGRAMS .....................55 DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER OF COPIES .................................56 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 2 SETTING UP THE UNIT SETUP PROCEDURE ................... 7 CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES ............................. 8 PREPARING THE UNIT FOR INSTALLATION .............................. 8 INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE .......................... 10 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD.. 12 7 MAINTENANCE TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT ..........................57 DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT ..........................58 CLEANING THE UNIT .................60 3 LOADING PAPER PAPER ......................................... 14 LOADING THE PAPER TRAY ..... 15 BYPASS FEED (including special paper).............. 17 8 TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT TROUBLESHOOTING .................62 STATUS INDICATORS .................63 MISFEED REMOVAL ...................64 IF A PAPER MISFEED OCCURS IN THE MAIN UNIT WHILE USING THE SPF (AL-2040) ........69 4 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE SOFTWARE................................. 19 BEFORE INSTALLATION ............ 20 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE... 21 INDICATORS ON THE OPERATION PANEL.................... 33 USING THE PRINTER MODE..... 34 USING THE SCANNER MODE... 36 HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL ...................................... 45 9 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS .......................70 ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS.....................................72 MOVING AND STORING THE UNIT ....................................73 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET .................................. 74 INDEX ..........................................82 5 MAKING COPIES COPY FLOW ............................... 46 ORIGINAL PLACEMENT............. 47 SET THE COPY QUANTITY ....... 49 EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/ PHOTO COPYING....................... 49 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ ZOOM .......................................... 51 SELECTING THE PAPER TRAY .... 51 1 Online manual INTRODUCTION This chapter provides basic information for using the unit. USING THE MANUALS In addition to this printed manual an online manual is also provided. To get full use of all features and functions of this product, be sure to familiarize yourself with both manuals. This printed manual provides all installation and setup instructions as well as instructions in the use of all copier functions. The online manual contains the following information. Provides you with information on how to specify preferences and troubleshooting. Check the online manual when you use this unit after all the initial setup is completed. How to use the online manual Explains how to use the online manual. Print Provides information on how to print a document. Scan Explains how to scan using the scanner driver and how to adjust the settings for the Button Manager. Troubleshooting Provides instructions on how to solve driver or software problems. Conventions used in this manual and online manual · This operation manual explains the operation of the AL-2020 and AL-2040 models. In cases where the operation is the same, the AL-2040 is used. · The illustrations in this manual generally show the AL-2040. · Wherever "AL-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. 4 PART NAMES SPF (AL-2040) Original guide Original cover (AL-2020) Exit area Document feeder cover Peep hole Document feeder tray Interface Interface 1 USB connector LAN connector (AL-2040 only) SPF scan area (AL-2040) 1 2 3 4 6 9 10 11 12 13 5 TD cartridge Drum cartridge 6 14 3 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Document glass Operation panel Front cover Paper tray Multi-bypass tray Side cover Side cover open button Bypass tray paper guides Paper output tray Paper output tray extension 11 12 13 14 15 16 Power switch Handle Power cord socket Fusing unit release lever Transfer charger Charger cleaner 5 OPERATION PANEL 141 86 70 50 A5 A4 A4 B5 A4 A5 1 2 3 4 Original to copy key and indicators Two-sided copies from one-sided originals. Turn on Long Edge or Turn on Short Edge can be selected. 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.49) 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.49) Use to start and terminate user program setting. (p.55) Alarm indicators Drum replacement required indicator (p.58) Misfeed indicator (p.64) TD cartridge replacement required indicator (p.57) SPF indicator (p.48) (AL-2040) SPF misfeed indicator (p.68) (AL-2040) 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.51) Copy ratio display (%) key · Use to verify a zoom setting without changing the zoom ratio. (p.51) · Use to check the number of originals that must be returned to the document feeder tray if a misfeed occurs in the machine when the SPF is used (AL2040). (p.69) Display Displays the specified copy quantity, zoom copy ratio, user program code and error code. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 5 6 7 17 8 18 SCAN key and indicator (p.33, p.41) ONLINE key and indicator Lights up when the unit is used as a printer and scanner. For description of the ONLINE indicator, see "INDICATORS ON THE OPERATION PANEL" (p.33). Start key and indicator · Copying is possible when the indicator is on. · Press to start copying · Use to set a user program. (p.55) Power save indicator Lights up when the unit is in a power save mode. (p.54, p.55) Tray select key Use to select a paper feed station (paper tray or multi-bypass tray). (p.51) Paper feed location indicators Light up to show the selected paper feed station. ZOOM keys and indicator Use to select any reduction or enlargement copy ratio ...