Sharp AL-1456 User Manual

AL-1045AL-1255AL-1456AL-1555DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEMOPERATION MANUAL

8CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIESOpen the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included.If anything is not inclu

922Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration below. Then open the original cover/SPF/RSPF and remove protective materials. After that, take

10INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE1Open the multi-bypass tray (AL-1555, p.17), and then open the side cover.2Remove the CAUTION tape from the front cover a

1125Gently insert the TD cartridge until it locks in place while pushing the lock release button.6Close the front cover and then the side cover by pre

12POWER ONEnsure that the power switch of the unit is in the OFF position. Insert the attached power cord into the power cord socket at the rear of th

132Initial settings of operation panelWhen the unit power is on, the operation panel will revert to the initial settings when the time set with the &q

14Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray.PAPERFor best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP.* Do not use non-standard envelopes, a

153LOADING THE PAPER TRAY1Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it stops.2Remove the pressure plate lock. Rotate the pr

165Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure the edges go under the corner hooks.6Gently push the paper tray back into the unit.Do not load

173BYPASS FEED (including special paper)The multi-bypass tray (AL-1555) or the single bypass (AL-1045/AL-1255/AL-1456) can be used to feed standard pa

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

18The single bypass (AL-1045/AL-1255/AL-1456) 1Select copy and print settings before you begin the copy job.For information on the copy settings, see

194This chapter provides you with information on how to install required software to use this unit with your computer. Information on how to use the o

20BEFORE INSTALLATIONThe following table shows the drivers and software that can be installed for each version of Windows and interface connection met

214INSTALLING THE SOFTWAREThe following term is used in this section.MFP Means the unit as a printer and scanner.Installing onto Windows XP (USB/paral

225Review the software packages to be installed on the screen, and then click the "Start" button.The software packages to be installed will

2347Begin installation of the Button Manager (This step will start if it was selected in step 4).1After confirming the message in the "Welcome&qu

2410Connect the USB interface cable or parallel interface cable. (p.45)Windows will detect the MFP and the Plug and Play screen will appear. If you ar

254Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface)Before starting the installation, make sure the USB interface cable is not connected to the MFP.1

266Copying files for MFP driver installation.1After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click the "Next" button.2A dia

2748Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was selected in step 4).1After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Shar

1CAUTIONSCautions on usingFollow the cautions below when using this unit.Warning:• The fusing area is hot. Exercise care in this area when removing mi

28Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface)Before starting the installation, make sure the USB or parallel interface cable is n

2947Copying files for MFP driver installation and parallel interface setup (This step will start if it was selected in step 4).1After confirming the m

308Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was selected in step 4).1After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharp

314INDICATORS ON THE OPERATION PANELThe ON LINE indicator and the start ( ) indicator indicate the state of the printer or scanner.Start indicatorOn:

32USING THE PRINTER MODEOpening the printer driver from the start menuOpen the printer driver setup screen by either of the methods shown below.1Click

334How to print1Make sure that the paper of the desired size and type is loaded in the tray.The procedure for loading paper is the same as for loading

34USING THE SCANNER MODEUsing the Button ManagerSetting up the Button ManagerThe scanner driver for this unit includes an STI (Still image) driver and

354Windows 98/Me/2000To scan directly into an application using the Button Manager on Windows 98, Windows Me and Windows 2000. Set the Event Manager p

36Scan Parameter Settings Dialog BoxAfter you have completed the Button Manager settings in Windows, configure the scan settings in Button Manager.To

374Flow of the Button Manager settingThe Button Manager can directly handle a AL-xxxx (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) series device event

2Cautions on handlingBe careful in handling the unit as follows to maintain the performance of this unit. Do not drop the unit, subject it to shock or

38All About The Windows Event Manager and scanner events in Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000 and Windows XP.Windows Platforms provide a mechanism

3942Place the original you wish to scan on the original table/SPF/RSPF.For the procedure for placing the original, see "ORIGINAL PLACEMENT"

40Using the SHARP TWAIN1Place the original you wish to scan on the original table/SPF/RSPF.For the procedure for placing the original, see "ORIGI

414Scanning with the "Scanner and Camera Wizard" in Windows XPWindows XP includes as a standard feature an image scanning function. The proc

42HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUALThe online manual provides detailed instructions for operating the unit as the printer or scanner and a list of methods

434Installing Acrobat Reader1Turn on your computer.2Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.3Click the "start" button, click "My Comput

44USING OTHER INSTALLED DRIVERSIf you use another GDI printer or a Windows Printing System printer, interference between printers may occur and printi

454CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLEThis unit includes both USB and parallel interface connectors.Interface cables for connecting the unit to your comput

46This chapter describes basic copying functions and some other copying functions.SCAN ONCE / PRINT MANYThe copier is equipped with a 1-page memory bu

475About interrupt copyingIf you press the start ( ) key to begin a copy job while a print job using the paper tray or multi-bypass tray is in progres

31243568791 INTRODUCTIONUSING THE MANUALS...4PART NAMES ...5 OPERATION PANEL...62 SETTING

48Using the SPF/RSPFThe SPF/RSPF is designed to hold up to 30 originals measuring from A5 to A4 andweighting from 52 to 90 g/m2.1Make sure that no ori

495SET THE COPY QUANTITYSet the number of copies using the two copy quantity ( , ) keys when copying from the original table or copying from SPF/RSPF

50Automatic exposure adjustmentThe automatic exposure level can be adjusted to suit your copying needs. This level isset for copying from the original

515REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOMThree preset reduction ratios and two enlargement ratios can be selected. The zoom function enables copy ratio selection

52This chapter describes the special functions of this unit. Use these functions as needed.ABOUT THE SPECIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE AL-1555Two sided copying

536A: When copying in a one-sided to two-sided mode:Use the original to copy key to select the desired one-sided to two-sided copying mode (Turn on Lo

54DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONSToner save mode (page 54)Reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%.Power save modes (page 55)The unit has two p

5562Press and hold down the exposure mode selector key for approximately 5 seconds. The manual ( ) indicator will go out and the photo ( ) indicator w

56* Factory default settings are indicated with an asterisk (*).5Press the start ( ) key. The right-hand number in the display will be steadily lit an

757This chapter describes how to replace the TD cartridge and drum cartridge.TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENTThe TD cartridge replacement required ( ) indicat

4This chapter provides basic information for using the unit.USING THE MANUALSIn addition to this printed manual an online manual is also provided. To

584Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The indicator will go out and the

5974Gently install the TD cartridge. To install the TD cartridge, see "INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE" (p.10).5Close the front cover and then t

60Transfer chargerIf copies start becoming streaky or blotchy, the transfer charger may be dirty. Clean the charger using the following procedure.1Tur

618This chapter describes misfeed removal and troubleshooting.For problems with the printer function or the scanner function, see the online manual or

62STATUS INDICATORSWhen the following indicators light up or blink on the operation panel or the following alphanumeric codes appear in the display, s

638MISFEED REMOVALWhen the misfeed ( ) indicator blinks or blinks in the display, the unit will stop because of a misfeed. If a misfeed occurs when

64A: Misfeed in the paper feed area1Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration. When blinks in the display

6582Gently remove the misfed paper from under the fusing unit as shown in the illustration. If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to "C: Misfee

664Raise 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

678(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 e

51PART NAMESInterfaceTD cartridge Drum cartridgeSPF/RSPF Original coverOriginalexit area23415768910111314157Single bypassUSB interfaceParallelinterfac

68SPECIFICATIONSModel AL-1045 AL-1255 AL-1456 AL-1555TypeDigital laser copier, desk-top typeDigital multifunctional system, desk-top typeCopy/printing

699*1Feed paper lengthwise only.*2Leading and trailing edges.*3Along the other edges in totals.*4The trailing edge of the second (Two-sided copy mode)

70ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONSWhen ordering supplies, please use the correct part numbers as listed below.Supply list* Based on copying onto A4-type pap

719MOVING AND STORING THE UNITMoving instructionsWhen moving the unit, follow the procedure below.1Turn the power switch off and remove the power cord

72INDEXAAcrobat reader...43Alarm indicator- Drum replacement required indicator...6, 58, 62

73MMaking copies ...46MFP driver- Printer driver...19- Print Status Window...

74UUSB interface cable...45, 70Using other installed drivers...44Using the manuals...4Using t

75SOFTWARE LICENSEPLEASE READ THIS LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE. BYUSING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OFTHIS

766. 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

6OPERATION PANELAL-1555A5A4A4B5A4A51418670Original to copy key and indicators(AL-1555)Two-sided copies from one-sided originals.Turn on Long Edge or T

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72Follow the installation procedure below to use the unit properly.SETUP PROCEDUREWhen using the unit for the first time, setup the unit following the