MODEL
AR-153E
AR-157E
DIGITAL LASER COPIER/PRINTER
OPERATION MANUAL
Page
INTRODUCTION
LOADING PAPER
MAKING COPIES
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
MAINTENANCE
4
7
12
20
25
TROUBLESHOOTING
THE UNIT
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
30
38
AR-153E
INSTALLING THE
SOFTWARE
APPENDIX
40
69
AR-157E
CAUTIONS
Caution label on the unit
The label (
) in the fusing area of the unit indicates the following:
: Caution, risk of danger
: Caution, hot surface
Cautions on using
Follow the cautions below when using this unit.
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.
• Do not switch the unit rapidly on and off. After turning the unit off, wait 10 to 15
seconds before turning it back on.
• Unit power must be turned off before installing any supplies.
Caution:
• Place the unit on a firm, level surface.
• Do not install the unit in a humid or dusty location.
• When the unit is not used for a long time, for example for consecutive holidays,
turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet.
• When moving the unit, be sure to turn the power switch off and remove the power
cord from the outlet.
• Do not cover the unit with a dust cover, cloth or plastic film while the power is on.
Doing so may prevent heat radiation, damaging the unit.
• 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 unit and shall be easily accessible.
Important points when selecting an installation site
Do not install your unit 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 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.
Connect the unit to a power outlet which is not used for other electric
appliances. If a lighting fixture is connected to the same outlet, the light
may flicker.
Be sure to allow the required space around the machine
for servicing and proper ventilation.
8"
4"
4"
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Cautions on handling
Be careful in handling the unit as follows to maintain the performance of this unit.
Do not drop the unit, subject it to shock or strike it against any object.
Store spare toner 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 photoconductive drum (green portion).
• Scratches or smudges on the drum will cause dirty copies.
Proper storage for supplies
Store the supplies (paper and toner cartridges) in a location that is:
• clean and dry
• at a stable temperature
• not exposed to direct sunlight
Store paper in the wrapper and lying flat.
• Paper stored out of the wrapper or in packages standing on end may curl or get
damp, resulting in paper misfeeds.
Trademark acknowledgements
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and
other countries.
• IBM and PC/AT are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
• All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that
this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy
efficiency.
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 unit 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 unit’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
3
(0.2mg/m ) calculated as an 8hr. 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.
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CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
7 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
USING THE MANUAL ...................4
PART NAMES ...............................5
OPERATION PANEL.....................6
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION.......38
PRINTER/SCANNER
EXPANSION KIT (AR-PG2).........38
SINGLE PASS FEEDER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
2 LOADING PAPER
(AR-SP5)......................................38
250-SHEET PAPER FEED UNIT
(AR-D16)......................................39
PAPER...........................................7
LOADING THE PAPER TRAY.......8
BYPASS FEED
8
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
(including special paper).............. 10
SOFTWARE FOR THE SHARP
PERSONAL MFP SERIES...........40
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE
REQUIREMENTS........................41
BEFORE INSTALLATION............41
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE ..43
INDICATORS ON THE
OPERATION PANEL...................53
USING THE PRINTER MODE.....54
USING THE SCANNER MODE...56
HOW TO USE THE ONLINE
MANUAL......................................64
USING OTHER INSTALLED
DRIVERS.....................................66
CONNECTING THE INTERFACE
CABLE .........................................67
3 MAKING COPIES
COPY FLOW ............................... 12
POWER ON................................. 13
ORIGINAL PLACEMENT............. 14
SET THE COPY QUANTITY .......16
EXPOSURE ADJUSTMENT/
PHOTO COPYING ...................... 16
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/
ZOOM.......................................... 18
SELECTING THE TRAY.............. 19
4 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
ABOUT THE SPECIAL
FUNCTIONS OF AR-157E .......... 20
DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL
FUNCTIONS................................ 22
TONER SAVE MODE..................22
USER PROGRAMS..................... 23
DISPLAYING TOTAL NUMBER
OF COPIES ................................. 24
9 APPENDIX
SPECIFICATIONS.......................69
INDEX..........................................72
SOFTWARE LICENSE ................75
5 MAINTENANCE
TONER CARTRIDGE
REPLACEMENT.......................... 25
CLEANING THE UNIT................. 28
6
TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT
TROUBLESHOOTING................. 30
STATUS INDICATORS ............... 31
MISFEED REMOVAL ..................32
DEVELOPER REQUIRED........... 37
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED.......37
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INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides basic information for using the unit.
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USING THE MANUAL
The operation manual contains explanations of how to operate the unit, important
considerations, and maintenance procedures. To get the most out of the unit, please
read the operation manual. Please keep the operation manuals in a suitable location
that will allow for convenient future reference.
Conventions used in the manual
This operation manual explains the operation of the AR-153E and AR-157E models.
In cases where the operation is the same, AR-157E is used. The differences
between AR-153E and AR-157E are shown below.
AR-153E
AR-157E
Copier
Copier
Printer *1
(AR-PG2)
RSPF
2 trays
Scanner *1
(AR-PG2)
Printer *1
(AR-PG2)
SPF *2
(AR-SP5)
Scanner *1
(AR-PG2)
250-sheet paper feed unit *3
(AR-D16)
:Standard functions and equipment
:Optional functions and equipment
*1 Can be used when the optional Printer/Scanner Expansion Kit (AR-PG2) is installed.
*2 The optional single pass feeder (AR-SP5) can be installed.
*3 The optional 250-sheet paper feed unit (AR-D16) can be installed.
• This operation manual refers to the Reverse Single Pass Feeder as the "RSPF"
and Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF".
• In this manual, the following icons are used to provide the user with information
pertinent to the use of the unit.
Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning are
not properly followed.
Cautions the user that damage to the unit or one of its components
may result if the contents of the caution are not properly followed.
Notes provide information relevant to the unit regarding specifications,
functions, performance, operation and such, that may be useful to the
user.
Indicates a letter displayed in the display.
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PART NAMES
RSPF
(AR-157E)
Original cover
(AR-153E)
Original guide
1
Feeding
roller cover
Original
exit area
Original feeder tray
1
2
8
9
5
6
7
10
11
12
3
4
Multi-bypass
tray
Paper tray 2
Photoconductive
drum
5
Toner cartridge
13
3
14
15
Power switch
Handle
10
11
12
13
Original table
1
2
3
4
5
Operation panel
Front cover
Power cord
Fusing unit release lever
Transfer charger
Paper tray
14
15
Side cover
Charger cleaner
Side cover open button
Bypass paper guides
Paper output tray
6
7
8
9
Paper output tray extension
5
OPERATION PANEL
Copy ratio display (%) key (p.18)
Display
8
9
Original to copy key and indicators
(AR-157E)
1
Displays the specified copy quantity, zoom
copy ratio, user program code, and error
code.
Two-sided copies from
one-sided originals.
Turn on Long Edge or
Turn on Short Edge can
be selected.
SCANNER key and indicator
(p.53, p.60)
10
Can be used when the Printer/Scanner
Expansion Kit (AR-PG2) is installed.
ONLINE key and indicator (p.53)
Can be used when the Printer/Scanner
Expansion Kit (AR-PG2) is installed.
Power save indicator
Two-sided copies from
two-sided originals. (Can
be selected only when the
RSPF is used.)
11
12
13
14
Single-sided copies from
two-sided originals. (Can
Lights up when the unit is in a power save
mode. (p.22, p.23)
be selected only when the
RSPF is used.)
Paper feed location indicators
Light up to show the selected paper feed
station.
Exposure mode selector key and
2
indicators
Use to sequentially select the exposure
modes: AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO.
Selected mode is shown by a lit indicator.
(p.16)
Tray select key
Use to select a paper feed station (paper
tray 1, paper tray 2 or multi-bypass tray)
(p.19)
Light and dark keys and indicators
Use to adjust the MANUAL or PHOTO
exposure level. Selected exposure level is
shown by a lit indicator. (p.16) Use to start
and terminate user program setting. (p.23)
Alarm indicators
3
4
ZOOM keys and indicator
Use to select any reduction or
enlargement copy ratio from 25% to 400%
in 1% increments. (p.18)
15
16
Copy quantity keys
• Use to select the desired copy quantity
(1 to 99). (p.16)
Developer replacement required
indicator (p.37)
• Use to make user program entries.
Misfeed indicator (p.32)
(p.23)
Clear key
17
18
Toner cartridge replacement
required indicator (p.25)
• Press to clear the display, or press
during a copy run to terminate copying.
(p.16)
Maintenance indicator (p.37)
• Press and hold down during standby to
display the total number of copies made
to date. (p.24)
Start key and indicator
• Copying is possible when the indicator
is on.
• Press to start copying.
• Use to set a user program. (p.23)
RSPF/SPF indicator (p.15)
Can be used only when your unit has the
RSPF/SPF.
RSPF/SPF misfeed indicator (p.35)
Can be used only when your unit has the
RSPF/SPF.
5
6
7
Copy ratio selector key and
indicators
Use to sequentially select preset
reduction/enlargement copy ratios.
Selected copy ratio is shown by a lit
indicator. (p.18)
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LOADING PAPER
Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray.
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PAPER
For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP.
Type of paper
Type of media
Size
Weight
feeding
2
Paper tray
Standard paper
Letter (8-1/2" x 11")
Legal (8-1/2" x 14")
Invoice (5-1/2" x 8-1/2")
15 lbs. to 21lbs.
Multi-bypass Standard paper and
tray thick paper
Letter (8-1/2" x 11")
Legal (8-1/2" x 14")
Invoice (5-1/2" x 8-1/2")
14 lbs. to
34.5 lbs.**
Special Transparency Letter (8-1/2" x 11")
media film
Envelope*
Commercial 10
(4-1/8" x 9-1/2")
Monarch
(3-7/8" x 7-1/2")
* Do not use non-standard envelopes, and envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic
snappers, string closures, windows, linings, self-adhesive, patches or synthetic
materials. Do not use envelopes that are filled with air or envelopes that have
labels or stamps attached. These will cause physical damage to the unit.
** For paper weighing from 28 lbs. to 34.5lbs, 8-1/2" x 11" is the maximum size that
can be fed through the multi-bypass tray.
• Special papers such as transparency film, labels and envelopes must be fed one
sheet at a time through the multi-bypass tray.
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LOADING THE PAPER TRAY
Raise the handle of the paper tray
and pull the paper tray out until it
stops.
1
Adjust the paper guides on the paper tray to the copy paper
2
width and length. Squeeze the lever of paper guide A and slide
the guide to match with the width of the paper. Move paper
guide
to the appropriate slot as marked on the tray.
B
Paper
Paper
guide A
guide B
Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure the edges go
under the corner hooks.
3
Do not load paper above the maximum height line (
the line will cause a paper misfeed.
). Exceeding
8
Gently push the paper tray back into the unit.
4
• After loading paper, to cancel the blinking
copying, press the clear ( ) key. The
and the start ( ) indicator will light up.
without restarting
in the display will go out
• Be sure that paper is free of rips, dust, wrinkles, and curled or bent
edges.
• Make sure all the paper in the stack is the same size and type.
• When loading paper, ensure there is no space between the paper and
the guide, and check if the guide is not set too narrow causing the
paper to bend. Loading paper in these ways will result in document
skew or a paper jam.
• When not using the unit for an extended period, remove all paper from
the paper tray and store it in a dry place. If paper is left in the unit for
an extended period, the paper will absorb moisture from the air,
resulting in paper jams.
2
• When adding new paper to the paper tray, remove the old paper
already contained in the tray. Placing new paper on top of the paper
already contained in the tray may result in feeding two sheets at one
time.
9
BYPASS FEED (including special paper)
The multi-bypass tray can be used to feed standard paper, transparency film, labels,
envelopes and other special purpose paper. Paper measuring from 3-1/2" x 5-1/2" to
8-1/2" x 14" and in the weight range of 14 lbs. to 34.5 lbs. can be used in this tray.
(For paper weighing from 28 lbs. to 34.5 lbs., 8-1/2" x 11" is the maximum size.)
• The multi-bypass tray can hold maximum of 50 sheets of paper.
(Capacity will vary depending on the type of paper loaded.)
• The original image must be smaller than the paper or media for
copying. If the original image is bigger than the paper or media, this
may cause smudges on the edges of the copies.
Open the multi-bypass tray and extend the tray.
1
To close the multi-
bypass tray,
perform step 1
and then step 2 in
the illustration and
push the round
projections at the
right of the tray
until they click.
Set the paper guides to the paper width. Insert the paper (print
face down) all the way into the multi-bypass tray.
2
Print face
10
• Paper must be fed narrow side into the feed slot.
• Special papers such as transparency film and labels must be
fed one sheet at a time through the multi-bypass tray.
• When copying onto transparency film, remove each copy
promptly. Do not let copies stack up.
Press the tray select (
) key to select the multi-bypass tray.
3
2
Note for loading envelopes
• Envelopes must be fed narrow side into the feed slot one at a time.
• Do not use non-standard envelopes, and envelopes that have metal clasps, plastic
snappers, string closures, windows, linings, self-adhesive, patches or synthetic
materials. Do not use envelopes that are filled with air or envelopes that have labels
or stamps attached.
• Envelopes of which the surface is not flat because of embossing may cause the
copies/prints to become smudged.
• Under high humidity and temperature conditions the glue flaps on some envelopes
may become sticky and be sealed closed when copied/printed.
• Use only envelopes which are flat and crisply folded. Curled or poorly formed
envelopes may be poorly copied/printed or may cause misfeeds.
• It is recommended that you perform a test copy before performing the actual copied/
printed job.
• Be sure to select either Com 10, DL, C5 or Monarch on the paper size setting of the
printer driver. (For detailed information on printer driver, refer to the online manual.)
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MAKING COPIES
This chapter explains basic and other copying functions.
The unit is equipped with a one-page memory buffer. This memory allows the unit to
scan an original once only and make up to 99 copies. This feature improves
workflow, reduces operation noise from the copier, and provides higher reliability by
reducing wear and tear on the scanning mechanism.
3
If the unit does not function properly during use, or if a function cannot
be used, see "TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT" (p.30).
COPY FLOW
1 Make sure that paper has been loaded in the paper tray (p.8)
or multi-bypass tray (p.10), and check the paper size (p.7).
If paper is not loaded, see page 8.
2 Turn on the unit (p.13).
3 Place the original.
If you are using the original table, see "Using the original table" (p.14).
If you are using the RSPF/SPF, see "Using the RSPF/SPF" (p.15).
When copying onto paper larger than 8-1/2" x 11" size, pull out the paper
output tray extension.
4 Select the copy settings.
If you wish to copy using the initial settings (p.13), proceed to the next
step.
To set the number of copies, see page 16.
To adjust the resolution and contrast settings, see page 16.
To enlarge or reduce the copy, see page 18.
To change the tray, see page 19.
To print on both sides of paper, see page 20. (AR-157E)
5 Start copying.
Press the start (
) key.
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