MODEL AL-2050CS DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL (for general information) Page PREPARATIONS LOADING PAPER MAKING COPIES CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS USER SETTINGS 9 18 24 30 40 57 62 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE 69 APPENDIX 91 FOR YOUR PROTECTION... To aid in reporting this unit in case of loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number located on the back of the unit. We also suggest you record all the information listed and retain for future reference. MODEL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE Dealer Address State Service Station Address State Zip City Telephone Zip City Telephone SERIAL NUMBER To obtain service, or to obtain product literature, accessories, or supplies, please call 1-(630)378-3590 in the USA. For customer assistance, please visit http://www.sharpusa.com/ (for USA) on the World Wide Web or call 1-(630)378-3590 (for USA). 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 CONTENTS CAUTIONS ................................................................................................................ 3 SOFTWARE LICENSE .............................................................................................. 4 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION .......................................................................... 5 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 6 MAIN FEATURES...................................................................................................... 7 1 PREPARATIONS PART NAMES.................................................................................................... 9 CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES ........................ 12 PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR INSTALLATION........................................ 12 INSTALLING THE TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE ......................... 14 POWER ON AND OFF .................................................................................... 16 2 LOADING PAPER PAPER............................................................................................................. 18 LOADING THE PAPER TRAY ......................................................................... 19 BYPASS FEED (including special paper) ........................................................ 21 CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTING .............................................. 23 3 MAKING COPIES NORMAL COPYING........................................................................................ 24 SELECTING THE TRAY.................................................................................. 27 MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTER ..................................................... 28 REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM ........................................................... 29 4 CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS AUTOMATIC TWO-SIDED COPYING ............................................................. 30 SORT COPY ................................................................................................... 33 COPYING MULTIPLE ORIGINALS ONTO A SINGLE SHEET OF PAPER (2 IN 1 copy) .................................................................................................... 35 CREATING MARGINS WHEN COPYING (Margin shift) ................................. 38 5 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE SOFTWARE .................................................................................................... 40 BEFORE INSTALLATION ................................................................................ 41 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE....................................................................... 42 SETTING UP BUTTON MANAGER ................................................................ 53 1 6 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS USING THE PRINTER MODE ........................................................................ 58 BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRINTING ........................................................... 58 USING THE SCANNER MODE....................................................................... 59 SCANNING USING THE KEYS ON THE MACHINE ...................................... 59 SCANNING FROM YOUR COMPUTER ......................................................... 60 OPERATION IN COPY, PRINTER, AND SCANNER MODES ........................ 60 HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL ........................................................... 61 7 USER SETTINGS USER PROGRAMS......................................................................................... 62 SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER PROGRAM...................................... 67 8 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE DISPLAY MESSAGES..................................................................................... 69 TROUBLESHOOTING THE MACHINE ........................................................... 71 PROBLEMS DURING SETUP OF THE SOFTWARE ..................................... 75 MISFEED REMOVAL ...................................................................................... 78 TD (TONER/DEVELOPER) CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT ........................... 82 DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT ............................................................ 84 CHECKING THE TOTAL COUNT AND DRUM CARTRIDGE LIFE................. 86 CLEANING THE MACHINE ............................................................................ 87 ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS................................................................ 90 9 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................... 91 IMPORTANT SERVICE INFORMATION (U.S.A. only) .................................... 95 END-USER LIMITED WARRANTY (Valid in U.S.A. only) ............................... 96 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ................................................................. 98 INDEX............................................................................................................ 106 2 CAUTIONS Caution label on the machine The label ( ) in the fusing area of the machine indicates the following: : Caution, risk of danger : Caution, hot surface Cautions on using the machine Follow the cautions below when using this machine. 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. Caution: · Place the machine on a firm, level surface. · Do not install the machine in a humid or dusty location. · When the machine 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 machine, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet. · Do not switch the machine rapidly on and off. After turning the machine off, wait 10 to 15 seconds before turning it back on. · Do not cover the machine with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on. Doing so may prevent heat radiation, damaging the machine. · 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 machine and shall be easily accessible. Important points when selecting an installation site Do not install your machine 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 allow the required space around the 8" (20 cm) machine for servicing and proper ventilation. 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) 3 Cautions on handling the machine Be careful in handling the machine as follows to maintain the performance of this machine. Do not drop the machine, 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 (Toner/Developer) 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 surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge. · Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty 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. 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. · Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. · IBM, PC/AT, and PowerPC are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. · Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat, the Adobe PDF logo, and Reader are registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other countries. · Sharpdesk is a trademark of Sharp Corporation. · All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. SOFTWARE LICENSE The SOFTWARE LICENSE will appear when you install the software from the CDROM. 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. 4 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION For users in the USA 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 -10 nm 12.88 µs ±12.88 ns/7 mm Max 0.2 mW At the production line, the output power of the scanner unit is adjusted to 0.18 MILLIWATT 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) SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This Digital Copier is rated Class 1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 of the CDRH standards. This means that the equipment does not produce hazardous laser radiation. For your safety, observe the precautions below. · Do not remove the cabinet, operation panel or any other covers. · The equipment's exterior covers contain several safety interlock switches. Do not bypass any safety interlock by inserting wedges or other items into switch slots. 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 0.1ppm (0.2mg/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. 5 INTRODUCTION Note Some model may not be available in some countries. Using the manual This machine has been designed to provide convenient copying features in a minimum amount of office space and with maximum operational ease. To get full use of all machine features, be sure to familiarize yourself with this manual and the machine. For quick reference during machine use, keep this manual in a handy location. About the operation manuals The operation manuals for the machine are as follows: Operation Manual (this manual) Explains the machine and how to use it as a copier. Also explains how to install the software that allows the machine to be used as a printer and scanner for your computer. Online Manual (on the accessory CD-ROM) This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a printer or a scanner. Conventions used in this manual and online manual · Where "AL-XXXX" appears in this manual, please substitute the name of your model for "XXXX". For the name of your model, see the operation panel on the machine. · 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 illustrat ...