MODEL AR-M355N AR-M455N - Sharp USA

1 MODEL . AR-M355N . AR-M455N . LASER PRINTER. OPERATION MANUAL. (for general information and copier operation ). Page PART 1: GENERAL INFORMATION. BEFORE USING. THE PRODUCT 1-1. MANAGING THE MACHINE 2-1. PERIPHERAL DEVICES 3-1. PART 2: copier operation . MAKING COPIES 4-1. CONVENIENT COPY. FUNCTIONS 5-1. MACHINE MAINTENANCE. (FOR COPYING) 6-1. DOCUMENT FILING. FUNCTION 7-1. SPECIFICATIONS 8-1. Be sure to become thoroughly familiar with this manual to gain the maximum benefit from the product. Before installing this product, be sure to read the installation requirements and cautions sections.

2 Be sure to keep all operation manuals handy for reference including this manual, the "Operation manual (for general information and copier operation )" and operation manuals for any optional equipment which has been installed. The power switch positions are marked " I " to indicate power "ON" and " " to indicate stand-by. Caution: For complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible. FOR YOUR RECORDS .. To protect against loss or theft, record and retain for reference the machine's serial number located on the back of the unit.

3 MODEL Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Place of Purchase Authorized Sharp Copier Service Department Number For users in the USA. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

4 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment gener- ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the operation manual, may cause harmful interfer- ence to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

5 Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with standard. This operation manual is also used for the AR-355 / AR-455 / AR-355 J /. AR-455 J / AR-M355N J / AR-M455N J. Part 1: General Information NOTES. Considerable care has been taken in preparing this manual. If you have any comments or concerns about the manual, please contact your nearest Sharp Service Department. This product has undergone strict quality control and inspection procedures. In the unlikely event that a defect or other problem is discovered, please contact your dealer or nearest Sharp Service Department.

6 Aside from instances provided for by law, Sharp is not responsible for failures occurring during use of the product or its options, or failures due to incorrect operation of the product and its options, or other failures, or for any damage that occurs due to use of the product. The display screens, messages, and key names shown in the manual may differ from those on the actual machine due to product improvements and modifications. PRODUCT CONFIGURATIONS. The table below shows the product models covered by this manual. (As of October 2004). MODEL Product configuration AR-M355N / AR-M455N Laser printer OPERATION MANUALS.

7 The following operation manuals are provided for the machine. Please read the appropriate manuals as needed for the features you wish to learn about. Operation manual (for general information and copier operation ) (this manual): The first half of this manual provides general information about the machine, including safety information, loading paper, removing misfeeds, and regular maintenance. The second half of the manual explains how to use the copy and document filing functions. Key operator's guide: This primarily explains key operator programs for machine management and copier related functions.

8 Key operator programs for the fax, printer and network scanner functions are explained in the manuals for those functions. Key operator programs are used by key operators to configure function settings to meet the needs of the customer. Operation manual (for facsimile). This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a facsimile. To use the fax function, the facsimile expansion kit must be installed. Software setup guide (for printer). This explains how to connect the machine to your computer, install the printer driver for Windows, and configure the printer driver settings.

9 Operation manual (for printer)*. This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a printer. Operation manual (for network scanner)*. This manual explains the procedures for using the machine as a network scanner when connected to a computer. To use the network scanner function, the AR-NS3 network scanner expansion kit must be installed. * The Operation manual (for network scanner) is provided as PDF file in the CD-ROM. This manual is not provided as printed manual. 0-1. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS. Improper installation may damage this product. Please note the following during initial installation and whenever the machine is moved.

10 Machine should be installed near an accessible power outlet for easy connection. sure to connect the power cord only to a power outlet that meets the specified voltage and current requirements. Also make certain the outlet is properly grounded. For the power supply requirements, see the name plate on the back of the main unit. 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, , near an air conditioner or heater. sure to allow the required space around the 11-13/16" (30cm).