DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONALSYSTEMOPERATION MANUALAL-1556AL-1566MODEL

8Laser printer function• Printer functionThe accompanying printer driver can be installed to enable use of the machine as a printer. • Network printer

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106INDEXSymbols[ ] key... 31, 33, 36[ ] key ... 10, 23, 28, 29, 31[ ] key ... 10, 23, 2

107IInitial settings... 16Installation environment and usable software...

91Chapter 11This chapter provides basic information that you should know before using the machine.PART NAMESThe following illustration shows the part

108RReady indicator ... 11,16, 71, 81, 82, 83Recycled paper ... 18Removing the software... 79Reversi

109INDEX BY PURPOSEPreparationsInstallation the machine, preparing ... 13Packed components and accessories, ch

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CAUTIONVORSICHTADVARSELADVERSELVARNINGVARO!INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED.AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLU

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PREPARATIONS10Operation panel[MODE SELECT] key / Mode indicatorsPress this key to select the mode. The indicator of the selected mode lights (copy, pr

111PREPARATIONS[ZOOM] keyPress to select an enlargement or reduction ratio.To select a preset ratio setting, press the [ZOOM] key and select the desir

12CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIESOpen the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included.If anything is missing

131PREPARING THE MACHINE FOR INSTALLATION1Be sure to hold the handles on both sides of the machine to unpack the machine and carry it to the installat

14INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE1Open the bypass tray, and then open the side cover.2Press gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover.3Rem

151PREPARATIONS5Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button.6Ensure that the power

16POWER ON AND OFFThe power switch is located on the left side of the machine.Power onTurn the power switch to the "ON" position.The ready i

171PREPARATIONSAbout the scan headThe scan head lamp remains on constantly when the machine is in the ready condition (when the ready indicator is ill

The CE mark logo label is affixed on an equipment in case that the directives described in theabove sentence are applicable to the product. (This sent

182Chapter 2The tray location indicator will blink when there is no paper in the selected paper tray, or when the selected paper tray is not installed

LOADING PAPER192Special papersFollow these guidelines when using special papers.● Use SHARP recommended transparency film and label sheets. Using othe

LOADING PAPER204Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure that the edges go under the corner hooks.5Gently push the paper tray back into th

212BYPASS FEED (including special paper)The bypass tray can be used to feed standard paper, transparency film, labels, envelopes, and other special pu

LOADING PAPER22Loading paper in the bypass tray1Open the bypass tray and extend the tray.2Set the bypass tray paper guides to the paper width. Insert

232CHANGING A TRAY'S PAPER SIZE SETTINGFollow these steps to change a tray's paper size setting.1Press the [MENU] key. Press the [ ] key (

243Chapter 3This chapter explains basic copying functions. NORMAL COPYINGUsing the document glass1Open the RSPF, and place the original face down on t

MAKING COPIES253Using the RSPF1Make sure that an original has not been left on the document glass.2Adjust the original guides to the size of the origi

MAKING COPIES26Originals that cannot be used in the RSPFThe following originals cannot be used. These may cause misfeeds or smudging and unclear image

MAKING COPIES273Setting the number of copiesPress the numeric keys to set the number of copies.The set number of copies appears in the display. A maxi

1CAUTIONS... 3ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION .

28MAKING A COPY DARKER OR LIGHTERAutomatic exposure adjustment is initially enabled. This function automatically adjusts the copy image according to t

293REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOMCopies can be reduced down to 25% or enlarged up to 400%. (When the RSPF is being used, the zoom copy ratio range is 50%

304Chapter 4AUTOMATIC TWO-SIDED COPYINGTwo originals can be automatically copied onto both sides of a single sheet of paper. When the RSPF is used, tw

CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS314Using the document glass1Place the original that you wish to copy onto the front side of the paper on the document glass a

CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS32Using the RSPF1Place the original(s) in the RSPF. (p.25) If you place an odd number of originals for one-sided to two-sided

334SORT COPYCopies of multiple original pages can sorted into sets.Using the document glass1Place the first original. (p.24)2Press the [E-SORT/SP.FUN

CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS34Using the RSPF1Place the originals. (p.25)2Press the [E-SORT/SP.FUN ( )] key until "SORT" appears and then press

354COPYING MULTIPLE ORIGINALS ONTO A SINGLE SHEET OF PAPER (2 IN 1 copy)Multiple originals can be copied onto a single sheet of paper in a selected la

CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS364Press the [ ] key ( ) or [ ] key ( ) to select the original size and then press the [OK] key.The following original sizes

CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS374Using the RSPF1Place the originals. (p.25)2Press the [E-SORT/SP.FUN ()] key until "2IN1" appears and then press

26 PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONSUSING THE PRINTER MODE ... 60BASIC PROCEDURE FOR PRIN

38CREATING MARGINS WHEN COPYING(Margin shift)The margin shift function is used to automatically shift the text or image or the copy paper approximatel

CONVENIENT COPY FUNCTIONS3943Press the [ ] key ( ) to move " " to the "ON" position and then press the [OK] key.4Press the [ ] key

405Chapter 5This chapter explains how to install and configure the software that is required for the printer and scanner functions of the machine. The

415BEFORE INSTALLATIONHardware and software requirementsCheck the following hardware and software requirements in order to install the software.*1The

42INSTALLING THE SOFTWAREUsing the machine with a USB connection1The USB cable must not be connected to the machine. Make sure that the cable is not c

SET UP THE SOFTWARE4357To install all of the software, click the "Standard" button.To install particular packages, click the "Custom&qu

SET UP THE SOFTWARE4411The files required for installation of the MFP driver are copied (if "MFP Driver" was selected).Follow the on-screen

SET UP THE SOFTWARE45514When the "Finish" screen appears, click the "Close" button. A message will appear instructing you to conne

SET UP THE SOFTWARE4617Begin installation of the printer driver."SHARP AL-XXXX" will appear in the "Found New Hardware Wizard" dia

SET UP THE SOFTWARE4751Insert the cable into the USB connector on the machine.2Insert the other end of the cable into your computer's USB port.Us

3CAUTIONSCaution label on the machineThe label ( ) in the fusing area of the machine indicates the following:: Caution, risk of danger: Caution, hot s

SET UP THE SOFTWARE485Double-click the "setup" icon ( ).6The "SOFTWARE LICENCE" window will appear. Make sure that you understand

SET UP THE SOFTWARE4959The printer or printers connected to the network will be detected. Click the printer to be configured (the machine) and click t

SET UP THE SOFTWARE5012Click the "Yes" button.Go to step 11 on page 51.LPR (TCP/IP) direct printingAfter step 1-7 on page 488Click the "

SET UP THE SOFTWARE51511The printer or printers connected to the network will be detected. Click the printer to be configured (the machine) and click

SET UP THE SOFTWARE5214When the model selection window appears, select the model name of your machine and click the "Next" button.For the mo

SET UP THE SOFTWARE5354The "SOFTWARE LICENCE" window will appear. Make sure that you understand the contents of the software licence, and th

SET UP THE SOFTWARE548For the port to be used, select the machine set as a shared printer, and click the "Next" button.You can also click th

555SETTING UP BUTTON MANAGERButton Manager is a software program that works with the scanner driver to enable scanning from the machine.To scan using

SET UP THE SOFTWARE565Select "Start this program" and then select "Sharp Button Manager B" from the pull-down menu.6Click the &quo

SET UP THE SOFTWARE575Windows 98/Me/20001click the "Start" button, select "Settings", and then click "Control Panel".2Do

4Cautions on handling the machineBe careful in handling the machine as follows to maintain the performance of this machine. Do not drop the machine, s

SET UP THE SOFTWARE586Select "Sharp Button Manager B" in "Send to this application".7Click the "Apply" button.8Repeat St

596Chapter 66The machine includes a USB connector and a LAN connector as standard equipment.When the USB connector is used, the printer and scanner fu

60USING THE PRINTER MODEThe procedure for loading paper for printing is the same as for loading copy paper. See "LOADING PAPER" (p.18).BASIC

616USING THE SCANNER MODEThe procedure for placing the original is the same as for copying. See "NORMAL COPYING" (p.24).SCANNING USING THE K

PRINTER/SCANNER FUNCTIONS62Button Manager scan menuFor information on Button Manager settings, see the Button Manager help file. The names in the Butt

636HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUALThe online manual provides detailed instructions for operating the unit as a printer and scanner. It also provides meth

647Chapter 7The user settings allow you to customize machine settings to better meet your needs.USER PROGRAMSThe user settings consist of the followin

USER SETTINGS6574AUTO SHUT-OFF TIME1: 5 MIN.2: 30 MIN.3: 60 MIN.4: 120 MIN.5: 240 MIN.• This function automatically switches the machine to a state th

USER SETTINGS669AE/TEXT RESOLUTION1: 300dpi2: 600dpi• The copy resolution in auto and text mode is normally 300 dpi. If high-quality copies are prefer

USER SETTINGS67716SOUND AT DEFAULT1: ON2: OFF• Use this to sound a beep when a base setting is selected. (p.70)17TONER SAVE MODE1: ON2: OFF• This mode

5ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATIONAs an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.A

USER SETTINGS68Print mode *1The scanning speed increases when the USB 2.0 mode is set to "HI-SPEED", however, the printing speed does not in

697SELECTING A SETTING FOR A USER PROGRAM1Press the [MENU] key and then press the[OK] key.In printer mode, the user programs are accessedby simply pre

USER SETTINGS70Audible signals (key entry beep, invalid key beep, base setting beep)The machine sounds three different types of beep signals: a key en

718Chapter 88Problems related to general use of the machine, the copy function, and software setup are explained here. Be sure to check the problem ca

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE72Error indicatorBlinksREPLACE THE DRUM CARTRIDGE.The drum cartridge has reached the end of its life. Replace it with a

738TROUBLESHOOTING THE MACHINEThe following problems are related to the general operation of the machine and copying.Problem Cause and solution PageTh

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE74Problem Cause and solution PagePart of the image is cut off or there is too much blank space.The original was not pla

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE758Paper misfeed.Misfeed occur.→ To remove the misfeed, see "MISFEED REMOVAL".80The paper is outside of the s

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE76Paper size for a paper tray cannot be set.Copying or printing is performed.→ Set the paper size after copying or prin

778PROBLEMS DURING SETUP THE SOFTWAREIf the software does not install correctly, check the following items on your computer.To remove the software, se

6INTRODUCTIONUsing the manualThis machine has been designed to provide convenient copying features in a minimum amount of office space and with maximu

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE78Plug and play screen does not appear (USB only)If the Plug and Play screen does not appear after you connect the mach

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE798The MFP driver cannot be correctly installed by Plug and Play (Windows 2000/XP) (USB only)In Windows 2000/XP, if the

80MISFEED REMOVALWhen a misfeed occurs, the error indicator blinks, "CLEAR PAPER JAM" appears in the display, and the machine stops operatin

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE818A: Misfeed in the paper feed area1Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustrati

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE822Gently remove the misfed paper from under the fusing unit as shown in the illustration. If the paper cannot be remov

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE8384Raise the fusing unit release lever, close the front cover and then close the side cover by pressing the round proj

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE84(C) If the original does not move easily into the exit area, remove it in the direction of the arrow while rotating t

858TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENTWhen toner is low, the error indicator will light up and "TONER IS LOW" will appear in the display. For informati

86DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENTThe useful life of the drum cartridge is approximately 18,000 copies. When the internal counter reaches approximately 17,0

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE8785Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. Th

7MAIN FEATURESHigh-speed laser copyingFirst-copy time*1 at 300 dpi*2 is only 9.6 seconds.Copying speed is 15 copies per minute. This is ideal for busi

88CLEANING THE MACHINEProper care is essential in order to get clean, sharp copies. Be sure to take a few minutes to clean the machine on a regular ba

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE898TD cartridge and drum cartridge1Remove the TD cartridge and drum cartridge as explained in "TD CARTRIDGE REPLAC

TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE90Transfer charger1Turn the power switch off. (p.17)2Ensure that the bypass tray is open and then open the side cover w

918ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONSWhen ordering supplies, please use the correct part numbers as listed below.Supply list* Based on copying onto letter-typ

929Chapter 9SPECIFICATIONSModel AL-1556 AL-1566Type Digital Multifunctional System, DesktopPhotoconductive typeOPC drumDocument glass typeFixedCopy/pr

APPENDIX939*1The first-copy time and warm-up time may vary depending on the power-supply voltage, ambient temperature, and other operating conditions.

APPENDIX94Printer FunctionPrint speed 15ppmResolution 600 dpiMemory Approx. 10MBEmulation SPLC (Sharp Printer Language with Completion)InterfaceRJ45 (

APPENDIX959Scanner FunctionType Flatbed scannerScanning method Document glass /RSPFLight sourceTri-color CCD light source (CCD: 3 components; R, G, an

96SOFTWARE LICENSEPLEASE READ THIS LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE. BYUSING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OFTHIS

976. Limited Warranty on Media.SHARP warrants the disks on which the Software is recorded to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under n