Sharp AR-350 Specifications

Operation Manual for printer operation and general information on multi functionsLASER PRINTER(Multi-function printer)

6-4KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSDetails of classification of setting items (hierarchical structure) and supplementaryexplanation of key operation (when using

6-56KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS[BACK/C][BACK/C][BACK/C][BACK/C][BACK/C][BACK/C][BACK/C][BACK/C][OK][OK][OK][OK][OK][OK][OK][OK]PRINT PER ACCOUNT DISPLAY (ON

6-6KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSWhen using the operation panel with touch panel:1Press the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key.2Touch the KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMS key.KEY OPER

6-76KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSDescription of setting programsThis section describes the setting programs concerningthe printer feature and the programs com

6-8KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSEnergy saveAuto power shut-off timerWhen a programmed length of time has elapsedwithout any operation after printing is comple

6-96KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSOperation panel settingsAuto clear setting[When using the operation panel on the main unit:]The machine will activate the aut

6-10KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSDevice settingsThese programs are used to disable use of aperipheral unit when it malfunctions or to prohibit useof it tempor

6-116KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSSystem settings (default settings)These programs are used to adjust the settings ofvarious printer functions from the factor

6-12KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSSystem settings (Interface settings)These programs are used to set monitoring andrestriction of data transmitted to the paral

6-136KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSSystem settings (network settings)These programs are set when this product is usedas a network printer.In “Network Settings“

1-1CHAPTER 1BEFORE USING THE PRODUCTThis chapter describes basic information that should be read before usingthis product. Be sure to read this chapte

6-14KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSSystem settings (initialize/store settings)The settings of the configuration settings (page xx)and the system settings of the

7-1CHAPTER 7APPENDIXThis chapter describes detailed information of this product such asspecifications.PagePRINTER SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . .

7-2PRINTER SPECIFICATIONSSpecificationsModel name AR-P350/AR-P450Type DesktopPrint system Electrophotographic systemExposure system Semiconductor lase

7-3 7List of principal printer functionsOutput tray selectionMail binStapleOffsetResident fontDownload fontWatermark*8OverlayJob retention*1Account co

7-4LIST OF COMBINATION OF PERIPHERAL UNITSAs shown in the table below, some other peripheral units may be needed for installation of a peripheral unit

7-5 7Notice page printingA notice page will be printed when printing cannot be executed as specified due to restriction of functions and theproblem ca

7-6PRINT AREAThe print area of this product is shown below.CCEEBDAEECCBDAPortrait orientationLandscape orientationPaper sizePrintable areaIn case of p

1-2INTRODUCTIONRead this operation manual carefully to use this product properly. Be sure to read “INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS”and “CAUTIONS” before usi

1-31Abbreviated names of peripheral unitsThe following unit is written with an abbreviated name without some exceptions to simplify the description in

1-4The following table shows the relation between the various functions described in this manual, copier operation manual,facsimile operation manual,

1-51MAIN FEATURESMulti-function printer allowing extension of functions based on the purposeThis product is a multi-function printer that can be used

1-6PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONSExteriorBypass tray (part of duplex module/bypass tray)*1Exit tray*1Duplex module*1Module for two-sided printingUpper paper

1-71PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONSInterior*2 For replacement and installation of each cartridge, see the separate manual “Supply Replacement Method.”Duplex

1-8Part names and functions of peripheral unitsPART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

1-91B/W scanner module/DSPFThis unit is a monochrome scanner that allowsautomatic feeding of sheet originals and continuousscanning. The B/W scanner m

1-10 Other peripheral units●Scanner rackRack required for installing a scanner module. Theheight is fixed.●Power supply unitFor installation of some

1-111Operation panelThe display and indicators in the operation panel located on the front of the machine indicate the current status of theprinter. A

1-12PRINT HOLDCONDITION SETTINGSCUSTOM SETTINGSKEY OPERATORPROGRAMSJob status screenThe message "WARMING UP" displayed when the power is tur

1-131Canceling the current print job and deleting the print data on the printer●To cancel the current print job and delete the print data:If you press

1-14PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONSWhen the printer is equipped with a scanner module as a peripheral unit, use the operation panel with a touch panel onthe

1-151Touch panelPrint mode screenThis screen is displayed when the print mode is selected.(The display varies with the mode. For the display in other

1-16PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONSJob status screen (common to print, copy, network scan, and fax modes)This screen is displayed when the [JOB STATUS] key o

1-171Using the touch panel How to use the touch panel[Example 1]JOB QUEUESETS / PRSHANE COFFEY054234CLIFF QUIROGACOPY003 / 00010 / 00003 / 00003 / 00

1-18LOADING PAPERWhen paper runs out during printing, a message indicating that paper runs out will appear.Follow the procedure below to load paper.NO

1-191LOADING PAPERPaper available in paper traysPaper that can be used varies with the paper trays. Use SHARP standard paper in the following paper tr

0-11. The machine should be installed near an accessiblepower outlet for easy connection.2. Be sure to connect the power cord only to a poweroutlet th

1-20Method of setting paper size and typeWhen the paper size or type is changed in a paper tray, set them referring to the following procedure.When us

1-211LOADING PAPERWhen using the operation panel with touch panel:1 Press the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key.The custom setting menuscreen will appear.2 Pres

1-22Loading paper in the multi purpose drawerThe method of loading paper for the multi purpose drawer is the same for paper tray 1 in the main unit. L

1-231LOADING PAPERLoading paper in the stand/3 x 500 sheet paper drawerUpper paper tray:The upper paper tray is equivalent to the multi purpose drawer

1-24Loading paper in the stand/MPD & 2000 sheet paper drawerUpper paper tray:The upper paper tray is equivalent to the multi purpose drawer. The m

1-251ADDING TONERWhen toner runs out, a message indicating need to replace the toner cartridge will appear. Also depending on themodel, a message indi

2-1CHAPTER 2PRINTING FROM A COMPUTERThis chapter describes how to install and how to use the printer driversand printer utilities on a computer. This

2-2SOFTWARE FOR WINDOWSWhen using this product in Windows environment, you must install a printer driver in your computer system. Use thesupplied CD-R

2-32INSTALLING PRINTER DRIVERS AND PRINTER UTILITIESThe following software can be installed from the installersupplied in the CD-ROM :● PCL printer dr

0-2CAUTIONS1. Do not touch the photoconductive drum. Scratchesor smudges on the drum will cause dirty printouts.2. The fusing unit is extremely hot.

2-4INSTALLING PRINTER DRIVERS USING THE PLUG& PLAY FEATURE OR ADD PRINTER WIZARDBefore installationBefore installing the printer drivers, check th

2-52SETTING THE PRINTER DRIVERThis section describes the method of changing the printer driver settings for using this product properly from yourcompu

2-6REMOTE OPERATION THROUGH NETWORKIf you access the Web pages of this product from your computer using a WWW browser such as Netscape Navigatorand In

2-72Items and outline of menu frame of Web pagesDestination ManagementThe basic screen on which you can register, change, and delete the destination f

2-8REMOTE OPERATION THROUGH NETWORKSet upSetting of restriction on access to Web pages and basic settings for using the network scanner and the status

2-92JOB RETENTION FUNCTION WHICH ALLOWS PRINTSTART OPERATION FROM THE OPERATION PANELThis section describes the operation procedure required for start

2-10Printing method of hold job listIf “Print after hold”, “Print before hold” or “Proof print” operation is performed on the computer, print data wil

2-1128 Ensure that the desired number of copiesis set.The number of copiescan be changed byusing the or key onthe operation panel.9 Press the [O

2-12Printer account controlIf the key operator program “Auditing mode” is set, the number of printed pages can be accumulated for each account.The acc

3-1CHAPTER 3PRINTER BASIC SETTINGSThis chapter describes the following items.1. Printer configuration settings2. Custom settings based on the customer

0-3CAUTIONSCautions on laserWave length 785 nm ± 15 nmPulse times North America: (4.0 µs ± 4 ns)/7 mmEurope: (5.4 µs ± 5.4 ns)/7 mmOutput power 0.25 m

3-2MAKING CONFIGURATION SETTINGThe printer configuration setting allows basic printer settings to be made. The items set with the printer configuratio

3-33When using the operation panel with touch panel:MAKING CONFIGURATION SETTING1Touch the [CONDITION SETTINGS] keyon the printer screen to display th

3-4Main program settingsThe main program settings allow detailed print conditions to be set for printing without any printer driver (for example,print

3-53CUSTOM SETTINGSCustom settings are used for various settings based on the customer operating conditions. The items that can be setwith the custom

3-6When using the operation panel with touch panel:1Press the [CUSTOM SETTINGS] key whenthe printer screen is displayed to displaythe custom settings

3-73Setting items Total countThe number of total printed pages in this productcan be displayed and printed.The displayed or printed items vary wi

4-1CHAPTER 4TROUBLESHOOTINGAND MAINTENANCEThis chapter describes misfeed removal, user maintenance, etc.PageMISFEED REMOVAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2MISFEED REMOVALWhen using the operation panel on the main unit:❇ For operation from the operation panel with touch panel, see the next page.When a

4-3 4When using the operation panel with touch panel:When a misfeed has occurred during printing, the message "A MISFEED HAS OCCURRED." will

0-4For Europe:CAUTIONSCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTLASER KLASSE 1LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITEKLASS 1 LASERAPPARATCAUTIONINVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN INTERLOCKS

4-4Misfeed in the paper feed areaNOTEDo not pull out the paper tray first. Paper may be misfed between the paper tray and the paper feed area in thepr

4-5 4 Misfeed in the multi purpose drawer1If the machine is equipped with a stand/paper drawer, open the side cover of thestand/paper drawer.Hold

4-6Misfeed in the transport area, fusing area, and exit areaCAUTIONThe fusing unit is hot. Take care in removing paper.(Do not touch the metal portion

4-7 4Misfeed in the duplex module1Pull out the duplex module.Hold the knob and gentlyopen the module.2Raise the exit tray and open the cover ofthe dup

4-8TROUBLESHOOTINGAlways check the message display whenever the printer stops or operation is not possible. The messages will give youeasy-to-follow d

4-9 4TROUBLESHOOTINGSolutionProblemBlack pagesImage loss along the edgesPrinter prints in reverse order.Printer stops in the middle of a print job.Pap

4-10SolutionProblemSmudges on printed sheetsSpecified paper is not selected.Paper misfeeds frequently.Printed image rubbed off or paper crimped.Touch

4-11 4Supplementary explanation for printing1. When printing multiple sets, this printer always prints each set sequentially. (This printer does not p

4-12Wipe them with a soft, clean cloth.If necessary, dampen the cloth with water or a smallamount of neutral detergent. After wiping them with it,wipe

5-1CHAPTER 5PERIPHERAL UNITSThis chapter describes operating instructions for the Mail-Bin Stacker,Finisher, Saddle Stitch Finisher, etc.PageDUPLEX MO

0-5FACSIMILE FEATUREWhen using this product as a facsimile by installing a facsimile expansion kit as a peripheral unit, refer to the followingitems f

5-2DUPLEX MODULEIf a duplex module is installed, printing onto two sides of paper can be performed.Two types of duplex modules are provided: duplex mo

5-35Loading paper in the bypass tray (duplex module/bypass tray only)If you use the bypass tray, you can print onto plain paper other than SHARP recom

5-4Setting the printer driver inaccordance with your purposeWhen using the duplex module (including the bypasstray and the exit tray) for printing, se

5-55Troubleshooting (concerning the duplex module)Check the list below before contacting the SHARP Service Center.DUPLEX MODULEProblemThe printer does

5-6MAIL-BIN STACKERThe mail-bin stacker is an output unit of which a mail bin can be specified arbitrarily for printer output among multipleexit trays

5-75MAIL-BIN STACKERDelivering output paper into a specified mail bin from the printer featureWhen delivering paper from the printer feature, any mail

5-8Misfeed in the mail-bin stackerWhen a misfeed has occurred in the mail-bin stacker during printing, remove the misfed paper following the procedure

5-95FINISHERIf the finisher is installed, the offset function can be used. Each set of printed sheets is stacked offset from theprevious set so that i

5-10Finisher functions Sort modeEach set will be sequentially printed and delivered.PrintoutsOriginal Group modeAll copies of the same page

5-115Using the finisher functions Using the stapling function from the printer feature Using the finisher functions in the copy modeIf you t

0-6CONTENTSPageINSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2CONTENT

5-12Staple cartridge replacement and staple jam removalWhen the staple cartridge is empty or staples become jammed, a message will appear in the messa

5-13510Remove the paper from the staplercompiler.11Raise the lever at the end of the staplebox.If the top staple is bent,be sure to cut it out. Ifbent

5-14Misfeed in the finisherWhen a misfeed has occurred in the finisher during printing, remove the misfed paper following the procedure below.1Remove

5-155Troubleshooting (concerning the finisher)Check the list below before contacting the SHARP Service Center.FINISHERProblemStapling position isnot c

5-16Stapling position quick reference listWhen stapling is performed, the orientation of image data or original is related to the stapling position, b

5-175SADDLE STITCH FINISHERIf the saddle stitch finisher is installed, the offset function that stacks each set offset and the saddle stitch function

5-18SADDLE STITCH FINISHERSaddle stitch finisher functions Sort modeEach set will be sequentially printed and delivered.PrintoutsOriginal Group mode

5-195SADDLE STITCH FINISHER Staple sort modeCollated sets of printouts are stapled and delivered to the offset tray. Alternatively, printed paper is

5-20SADDLE STITCH FINISHERUsing the saddle stitch finisher functions Using the stapling function or saddle stitch function from the printer featureOU

5-215SADDLE STITCH FINISHER1Open the front cover.2Pull out the stapler section.3Turn roller rotating knob A in the directionof the arrow to move the s

0-7CONTENTSCHAPTER 4TROUBLESHOOTING ANDMAINTENANCEMISFEED REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MACHINE TROUBLE? . . . . . . . . .

5-22SADDLE STITCH FINISHER8Insert the staple box.Push the staple box until itclicks into place.9Push back the stapler section. Staple jam removal1Ope

5-235SADDLE STITCH FINISHER9Remove the staple box.10Raise the lever at the end of the staple box.If the top staple is bent, besure to cut it out. If b

5-24SADDLE STITCH FINISHERMisfeed in the saddle stitch finisherIf a misfeed has occurred in the saddle stitch finisher during printing, remove the mis

5-255SADDLE STITCH FINISHER11Remove the misfed paper.Be careful not to tear themisfed paper duringremoval.12Turn roller rotating knob D in the directi

5-26SADDLE STITCH FINISHERTroubleshooting (concerning the saddle stitch finisher)Check the list below before contacting the SHARP Service Center.Probl

5-275SADDLE STITCH FINISHERStapling position quick reference listWhen stapling is performed, the orientation of image data or original is related to t

5-28SADDLE STITCH FINISHERRelation between print image and saddle stitchWhen saddle stitch is performed, the orientation of image data or original is

6-1CHAPTER 6KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSThis chapter describes operation of the key operator programs for use bythe key operator. Please read this chapter th

6-2KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSThis chapter describes the operation method of the key operator programs concerning the printer feature and theprograms common

6-36KEY OPERATOR PROGRAMSUsing the key operator programsUse the following procedure to use the key operator programs.NOTEWhen using the key operator p