MODEL AL-1216 AL-1225 DIGITAL LASER COPIER OPERATION MANUAL Page INTRODUCTION 4 SETTING UP THE UNIT 7 LOADING PAPER MAKING COPIES SPECIAL FUNCTION MAINTENANCE AL-1216 AL-1225 TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (AL-12PK) APPENDIX 14 19 26 29 33 40 69
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CAUTIONS 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.
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. Do not expose the drum cartridge to direct sunlight. • Doing so will damage the surface (green portion) of the drum cartridge, causing smudges on copies. Store spare supplies such as drum cartridges and TD cartridges in a dark place without removing from the package before use.
CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION USING THE MANUAL ................... 4 PART NAMES ............................... 5 OPERATION PANEL..................... 6 2 SETTING UP THE UNIT SETUP PROCEDURE................... 7 CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES............................. 8 PREPARING THE UNIT FOR INSTALLATION ............................. 8 INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE................................ 10 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD .......................................... 12 3 LOADING PAPER PAPER......
1 INTRODUCTION This chapter provides basic information for using the unit. 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 this manual This operation manual explains the operation of the AL-1216 and AL-1225 models.
PART NAMES SPF Original cover Original guide 1 Feeding roller cover Original exit area Original feeder tray SPF scan area 1 2 5 6 7 3 8 9 10 4 11 12 Multi-bypass tray Single bypass TD cartridge Drum cartridge 7 5 13 14 3 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Original table Operation panel Front cover Paper tray Side cover Side cover open button Bypass paper guides Paper output tray Paper output tray extension 10 11 12 13 14 15 Power switch Handle Power cord socket Fusing unit release lever Transfer ch
OPERATION PANEL Inch system 1 2 3 Exposure mode selector key and indicators Use to sequentially select the exposure modes: AUTO, MANUAL or PHOTO. Selected mode is shown by a lit indicator. (p.22) 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.22) Use to start and terminate user program setting. (p.27) Alarm indicators Drum replacement required indicator (p.30) 11 12 13 14 15 Misfeed indicator (p.
2 SETTING UP THE UNIT Follow the installation procedure below to use the unit properly. If the unit does not function properly during setup or use, or if a function cannot be used, see "TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT" (p.33). SETUP PROCEDURE 2 When using the unit for the first time, setup the unit following the procedure shown below. 1 Open the package, and make sure that all the accessories are supplied with the unit. (p.8) 2 Remove the protective materials. (p.9) 3 Install the TD cartridge. (p.
CHECKING PACKED COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES Open the carton and check if the following components and accessories are included. If anything is not included or is damaged, contact your authorised service representative. Operation manual TD cartridge Drum cartridge (installed in unit) Power cord PREPARING THE UNIT FOR INSTALLATION 1 8 Be sure to hold the handles on both sides of the unit to unpack the unit and carry it to the installation location.
2 Remove all pieces of tape shown in the illustration below. Then open the original cover/SPF and remove protective materials. After that, take out the bag containing the power cord and TD cartridge. 2 AL-1216 3 AL-1225 Release the scan head locking switch. The scan head locking switch is under the original table. Grasp here and turn in the direction of the arrow.
INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE 1 Open the multi-bypass tray (AL-1225, p.17), and then open the side cover. 2 Remove the CAUTION tape from the front cover and remove the two protective pins from the fusing unit by pulling the strings upward one at a time. Protective pins CAUTION tape 3 Push gently on both sides of the front cover to open the cover. 4 Remove the TD cartridge from the bag. Remove the protective paper. Hold the cartridge on both sides and shake it horizontally four or five times.
5 Gently insert the TD cartridge until it locks in place. 6 Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. 2 When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may be damaged.
CONNECTING THE POWER CORD If you use the unit in a country other than the country where the unit was purchased, you will need to make sure that your local power supply is compatible with your model. If you plug the unit into an incompatible power supply, irreparable damage to the unit will result. 1 Ensure 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 the unit.
About the scan head The scan head lamp remains on constantly when the unit is in the ready condition (when the Start indicator is illuminated). The unit adjusts the scan head lamp periodically to maintain copying quality. At this time, the scan head moves automatically. This is normal and does not indicate unit trouble. Initial settings of operation panel When the unit power is on, the operation panel will revert to the initial settings when the time set with the "Auto clear time" setting (p.
3 LOADING PAPER Follow the steps below to load paper into the tray. PAPER For best results, use only paper recommended by SHARP. Type of paper feeding Paper tray Type of media Standard paper Single bypass/ Standard paper and Multi-bypass thick paper tray Size Weight A4 (210mm x 297mm) A5 (148mm x 210mm) B5 (182mm x 257mm) Letter (8-1/2" x 11") Legal (8-1/2" x 14") Invoice (5-1/2" x 8-1/2") 56g/m2 to 80g/m2 (15 lbs. to 21 lbs.
LOADING THE PAPER TRAY 1 Raise the handle of the paper tray and pull the paper tray out until it stops. 2 Remove the pressure plate lock. Rotate the pressure plate lock in the direction of the arrow to remove it while pressing down the pressure plate of the paper tray. 3 3 Store the pressure plate lock which has been removed in step 2. To store the pressure plate lock, rotate the lock to fix it on the relevant location.
5 Fan the paper and insert it into the tray. Make sure the edges go under the corner hooks. Do not load paper above the maximum height line ( the line will cause a paper misfeed. (p.69) 6 ). Exceeding Gently push the paper tray back into the unit. • After loading paper, to cancel the blinking without restarting copying, press the clear ( ) key. The in the display will go out and the start ( ) indicator will light up. • Be sure that paper is free of rips, dust, wrinkles, and curled or bent edges.
BYPASS FEED (including special paper) The multi-bypass tray (AL-1225) or the single bypass (AL-1216) can be used to feed standard paper, transparencyA6 film, labels, envelopes, and other special purpose paper. Paper measuring from A5 to A4 (148mm x 210mm to 210mm x 297 mm) (5-1/ 2" x 8-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14") and in the weight range of 52g/m2 to 128g/m2 (14 lbs. to 105 from 104g/m2 to 128g/m2 (28 34.5 lbs.) can be used in this tray. (For paper weighing 3-1/2" X 5-1/2" lbs. to 34.5 lbs.
• Paper must be fed narrow side into the feed slot. • Transparency film, labels, and other special purpose papers must be fed individually. • When copying onto transparency film, remove each copy promptly. Do not let copies stack up. When loading an envelopes, make sure that it is straight and flat. 3 Press the tray select ( ) key to select the multi-bypass tray.
4 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. COPY FLOW 1 Make sure that paper has been loaded in the paper tray (p.15) or multi-bypass tray (p.17), and check the paper size (p.14).
Do not insert paper in the single bypass when a copy job from the paper tray is in progress. This will cause a misfeed. ORIGINAL PLACEMENT Using the original table • The original table can read up to A4 (8-1/2" x 14") original. • Image loss 3mm (3/33") can occur at the leading and trailing edges of the copies. Also image loss 4.5mm (11/64") in total can occur along the other edges of the copies.
Using the SPF The SPF is designed to hold up to 30 originals measuring from A5 to A4 (148mm x 210mm to 210mm x 297 mm) (5-1/2" x 8-1/2" to 8-1/2" x 14") and weighting from 52g/m2 to 90g/m2 (14 lbs. to 23.9 lbs.). • Before feeding originals in the original feeder tray, be sure to remove any staples or paper clips from them. • Before placing curled or wavy originals into the original feeder tray, be sure to flatten them. If not, original misfeeds may result.
SET THE COPY QUANTITY Set the number of copies using the two copy quantity ( from the original table or copying from SPF. , ) keys when copying • Press the clear ( ) key to clear an entry if a mistake is made. • A single copy can be made with the initial setting, i.e., when "0" is displayed. • Press the right copy quantity key to set the unit digit from 0 to 9. This key will not change the tens digit. • Press the left copy quantity key to set the tens digit from 1 to 9.
Automatic exposure adjustment This automatic exposure level will remain in effect until you change it again by this procedure. The automatic exposure level can be adjusted to suit your copying needs. This level is set for copying from the original table and copying from the SPF respectively. 1 When adjusting the automatic exposure level for copying from the SPF, place an original in the original feeder tray and make sure that the SPF ( ) indicator lights up.
REDUCTION/ENLARGEMENT/ZOOM Three preset reduction ratios and two enlargement ratios can be selected. The zoom function enables copy ratio selection from 25% to 400% in 1% increments. 1 Set the original and check the paper size. 2 Use the copy ratio selector key and/or zoom ( select the desired copy ratio. , ) keys to • To verify a zoom setting without changing the zoom ratio, press and hold down the copy ratio display (%) key.
SELECTING THE TRAY (AL-1225) Press the tray select ( ) key. Each time you press the tray select ( ) key, the location indicated by the paper feed location indicator changes in the following order: paper tray, multi-bypass tray.
5 SPECIAL FUNCTIONS This chapter describes the special functions of this unit. Use these functions as needed. DESCRIPTION OF SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Toner save mode (page 26) Reduces toner consumption by approximately 10%. Power save modes (page 27) The unit has two power save modes of operation: preheat mode and auto power shut-off mode. Preheat mode When the unit enters the preheat mode, the power save ( ) indicator will light up and other indicators will remain on or off as before.
2 Press and hold down the exposure mode selector key for approximately 5 seconds. The MANUAL ( ) indicator will go out and the PHOTO ( ) indicator will begin to blink. The light and dark indicator marked "5" will light up, indicating the standard toner mode is active. 3 To enter the toner save mode, press the light ( ) key. The light and dark indicator marked "1" will light up, indicating the toner save mode is selected. 4 Press the exposure mode selector key.
Program No. Mode Parameters 1 Auto clear time 0 *3 OFF, 1 10sec., 2 30sec. 60sec., 4 90sec., 5 120sec. 2 Preheat mode *0 3 Auto power shut- off timer 0 3 2min., *1 30min. 4 4 Stream feeding mode 0 OFF, *1 ON 5 Auto power shut- off mode 0 OFF, *1 ON 6 Resolution of AUTO & MANUAL mode *0 30sec., 1 300dpi, 1 60sec., 2 5min., 2 60 min. 5 90sec. 15min. 120min. 600dpi * Factory default settings are indicated with an asterisk (*). Program No. 4 can be selected on the AL-1225.
6 MAINTENANCE This chapter describes how to replace the TD cartridge and drum cartridge. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT The TD cartridge replacement required ( ) indicator will light up when toner is needed. For more information on purchasing the TD cartridge, see "ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS" (p.71). If copying is continued while the indicator is lit, copies will gradually become lighter until the unit stops and the indicator begins blinking.
4 Close 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 start ( ) indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may be damaged. DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT The useful life of the drum cartridge is approximately 18,000 copies.
4 Gently install the TD cartridge. To install the TD cartridge, see "INSTALLING THE TD CARTRIDGE" (p.10). 5 Close the front cover and then the side cover by pressing the round projections near the side cover open button. The drum replacement required ( ) indicator will go out and the start ( ) indicator will light up. When closing the covers, be sure to close the front cover securely and then close the side cover. If the covers are closed in the wrong order, the covers may be damaged.
Transfer charger If copies start becoming streaky or blotchy, the transfer charger may be dirty. Clean the charger using the following procedure. 1 Turn the power switch off. (p.12) 2 Ensure that the multi-bypass tray is open (AL-1225) and then open the side cover while pressing the side cover open button. 3 Take the charger cleaner out by holding the tab. Set the charger cleaner onto the right end of the transfer charger, gently slide the cleaner to the left end, and then remove it.
7 TROUBLESHOOTING THE UNIT This chapter describes misfeed removal and troubleshooting. TROUBLESHOOTING If any problem occurs, check the list below before contacting your authorised service representative. Problem Unit does not operate. Blank copies Copies are too dark or too light. Dust, dirt, smudges appear on copies.
STATUS INDICATORS When the following indicators light up or blink on the operation panel or the following alphanumeric codes appear in the display, solve the problem immediately referring to both the table below and the relevant page. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. Indication Cause and remedy Page Steadily Replacement of drum cartridge will be needed 71 soon. Prepare a new cartridge. Drum replacement lit required indicator Blinking Drum cartridge must be replaced.
MISFEED REMOVAL When the misfeed ( ) indicator blinks or blinks in the display, the unit will stop because of a misfeed. If a misfeed occurs when using the SPF, a number may appear in the display after a minus sign. This indicates the number of the originals that must be returned to the original feeder tray after a misfeed. Return the required number of originals. Then this number will disappear when copying is resumed or the clear ( ) key is pressed.
A: Misfeed in the paper feed area 1 Gently remove the misfed paper from the paper feed area as shown in the illustration. When blinks in the display and the misfed paper is not seen from the paper feed area, pull out the paper tray and remove the misfed paper. If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to "B: Misfeed in the fusing area". The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when removing misfed paper. Doing so may cause a burn or other injury.
2 Gently remove the misfed paper from under the fusing unit as shown in the illustration. If the paper cannot be removed, proceed to "C: Misfeed in the transport area". The fusing unit is hot. Do not touch the fusing unit when removing misfed paper. Doing so may cause a burn or other injury. • Do not touch the surface of the drum (green portion) of the drum cartridge when removing the misfed paper. Doing so may cause smudges on copies. • Do not remove the misfed paper from above the fusing unit.
4 Raise 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 button. The misfeed ( ) indicator will go out and the start ( ) indicator will light up.
(C) If the original does not move easily into the exit area, remove it in the direction of the arrow while rotating the knob. A number may appear in the display after a minus sign, indicating the number of the originals that must be returned to the original feeder tray. Clear the misfeed and return the required number of originals. Then press the start ( ) key to resume copying.
8 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (AL-12PK) The procedure for installing the software for the optional Printer/Scanner Expansion Kit (AL-12PK) and the operation of the printer/scanner is explained here. Information on how to use the online manual is also provided. For the procedure for installing the AL-12PK, see the setup guide that accompanies the AL-12PK. Illustrations of driver screens and other computer screens show the screens that appear in Windows XP Home Edition.
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS Check the following hardware and software requirements in order to install the software. Computer type IBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with a USB1.1*1 or bi-directional parallel interface (IEEE 1284) Operating system*2 Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows NT Workstation 4.
Flow of installation Refer to the following table and then begin installation. Operating system Windows XP Windows 98 Interface Reference pages for how to install USB/ Parallel USB Installing onto Windows XP (USB/parallel interface) (p.43) Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface) (p.47) Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface) (p.50) Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface) (p.47) Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface) (p.
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE The following term is used in this section. MFP Means the unit as a printer and scanner. • For this description, it is assumed that the mouse is configured for right hand operation. • To print or scan, the MFP must be in the online state. • The scanner feature only works when using a USB interface cable. • If any error message appears, solve the problem following the instructions on the screen. After your problem is solved, the installing procedure will be continued.
• If you are using the parallel interface connection, do not select the Button Manager checkbox because this feature is not supported with the parallel interface. • If the following screen appears, click the "OK" button. Review the contents in "BEFORE INSTALLATION" (p.41), and then select only appropriate the software packages to be installed. 5 Review the software packages to be installed on the screen, and then click the "Start" button.
7 Begin installation of the Button Manager (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). 1 2 3 4 5 8 Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). 4 After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk installation" window, click the "Next" button. Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click the "Next" button. When the "Choose Destination Location" window appears, click the "Next" button.
10 Connect the USB interface cable or parallel interface cable. (p.67) Windows will detect the MFP and the Plug and Play screen will appear. If you are using Windows XP with the parallel interface, go to step 12. 11 Begin installation of the scanner driver. 1 2 3 12 "SHARP AL-xxxx" (where xxxx is the model name of your MFP) will appear in the "Found New Hardware Wizard" dialog box. Select "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" and click the "Next" button.
Installing onto Windows 98/Me/2000 (USB interface) Before starting the installation, make sure the USB interface cable is not connected to the MFP. 1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click "My Computer" ( CD-ROM ( ) icon. ), and then double-click the When any of "Hardware Found", or "Found New Hardware Wizard" messages appear during the software installation, be sure to click the "Cancel" button. 3 Double-click the "Setup" ( ) icon.
6 Copying files for MFP driver installation. 1 2 3 4 5 7 When the "The MFP driver installation is complete." dialog box appears, click the "OK" button. The Button Manager installer will start. Begin installation of the Button Manager (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). 1 2 3 4 5 48 After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click the "Next" button. A dialog box appears asking you to verify that the interface cable is not connected to the MFP.
8 Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). 4 After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk installation" window, click the "Next" button. Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click the "Next" button. When the "Choose Destination Location" window appears, click the "Next" button. When the "Select Program Folder" window appears, click the "Next" button. The setup program will start to copy the files.
Installing onto Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000 (Parallel interface) Before starting the installation, make sure the USB or parallel interface cable is not connected to the MFP. 1 Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. 2 Double-click "My Computer" ( CD-ROM ( ) icon. ), and then double-click the When any of "Hardware Found", or "Found New Hardware Wizard" messages appear during the software installation, be sure to click the "Cancel" button. 3 Double-click the "Setup" ( ) icon.
7 Copying files for MFP driver installation and parallel interface setup (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). 1 2 3 4 After confirming the message in the "Welcome" window, click the "Next" button. A dialog box appears asking you to verify that the USB or parallel interface cable is not connected to the MFP. Make sure that the interface cable is not connected and click the "Next" button.
8 Begin installation of the Sharpdesk (This step will start if it was selected in step 4). 4 After confirming the message in the "Welcome to Sharpdesk installation" window, click the "Next" button. Read the message in the "Information" window, and then click the "Next" button. When the "Choose Destination Location" window appears, click the "Next" button. When the "Select Program Folder" window appears, click the "Next" button. The setup program will start to copy the files.
INDICATORS ON THE OPERATION PANEL The ON LINE indicator and the start ( or scanner. ) indicator indicate the state of the printer Start indicator SCANNER indicator Indicates the unit is ON LINE indicator ready for copying or scanning is being performed. Blinking: Indicates that an interrupt print job is in progress, or that the unit is initialising (the cover has been opened Start indicator and closed or the power Power save indicator turned off and on).
USING THE PRINTER MODE For problems with the printer function, see the online manual or the help file for the driver. Opening the printer driver from the start menu Open the printer driver setup screen by either of the methods shown below. 1 Click the "start" button. 2 Click "Control Panel", select "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click " Printers and Faxes. On Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000, select "Settings" and click "Printers".
3 Make sure that "SHARP AL-xxxx" (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) is selected as the current printer. If you intend to change any print setting, click the "Preferences" button to open the setting dialog. On Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0, click the "Properties" button. On Windows 2000, the "Properties" button does not appear. Set your preferences by switching the tab in the "Print" dialog box.
USING THE SCANNER MODE For problems with the scanner function, see the online manual or the help file for the driver. Using the Button Manager Setting up the Button Manager The scanner driver for this unit includes an STI (Still image) driver and WIA (Windows Image Acquisition) driver. You can install software that supports the STI driver and WIA driver to enable scanning using only the operation panel of the unit. The Button Manager accessory software supports the STI driver and WIA driver.
Windows 98/Me/2000 To scan directly into an application using the Button Manager on Windows 98, Windows Me and Windows 2000. Set the Event Manager properties to send only to Button Manager as shown below. 1 Click the "Start" button, select "Control Panel" from "Settings", and open "Scanners and Cameras" in start menu. In Windows Me, it occasionally happens that the "Scanners and Cameras" icon does not appear immediately after installation of the MFP driver is completed.
Scan Parameter Settings Dialog Box After you have completed the Button Manager settings in Windows, configure the scan settings in Button Manager. To configure the scan settings in Button Manager, right click the ( ) icon in the Taskbar and select "Setting" from the menu that appears. For details on configuring the scan settings in Button Manager, see the online manual or the help file.
The settings for the Windows Event Manager for the SHARP AL-xxxx (where xxxx is the model name of your unit) device allow the user to take advantage of the Sharp Button Manager to take control of events from Windows and send scanned images to any of six different applications according to the Button Manager setting.
Using the SCANNER key to begin scanning • Scanning is not possible during a copy job. • If the unit is used to begin a scan job during a print job using the parallel interface connection or the USB interface connection, the scan job will be stored and scanning will begin when the print job is completed. • When scanning an original that has been placed in the SPF, only one original can be placed unless you are using Sharpdesk. 1 Press the SCANNER ( ) key. The unit enters scan mode.
4 Press the start ( ) key. The selected application launches and scanning begins. If the following dialog box appears in Windows 98, Button Manager is not set for use in Windows. Set up Button Manager for use in Windows as explained in "Setting up the Button Manager" (p.56). If the following screen appears, select Button Manager and click "OK". Button Manager starts and the application associated with Button Manager starts.
3 Select "SHARP Personal MFP Series", and click the "Select" button. Click here If you use more than one scanning device, select the scanner you want to use through the application. The method for accessing the "Select Scanner" option, depends upon the application. For more information, see the online manual or the help file of your application. 4 Select "Acquire Image" from the "File" menu, or click the "Acquire" button ( ).
Scanning with the "Scanner and Camera Wizard" in Windows XP Windows XP includes as a standard feature an image scanning function. The procedure for scanning with the "Scanner and Camera Wizard" is explained here. To cancel scanning, click the "Cancel" button in the screen that is displayed. 1 Click the "start" button , select "Control Panel", and click "Printers and Other Hardware", and then click "Scanners and Cameras" in the start menu.
HOW TO USE THE ONLINE MANUAL The online manual provides detailed instructions for operating the unit as the printer or scanner and a list of methods for dealing with printing or scanner problems. To access the online manual, your computer must have Acrobat Reader 5.0 or a later version. If it is not installed, refer to "Installing Acrobat Reader" (Next page). Contents of the online manual The contents of the online manual are as follows.
5 Click the to read the online manual. To close the online manual, click the ( the window. ) button located at the top-right of • The online manual can be printed out using Acrobat Reader. SHARP recommends printing out the sections which you refer to regularly. • Refer to "Help" of Acrobat Reader for more details on the operation and function of Acrobat Reader. Installing Acrobat Reader 1 Turn on your computer. 2 Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
USING OTHER INSTALLED DRIVERS If you use another GDI printer or a Windows Printing System printer, interference between printers may occur and printing may not be performed properly. To use another GDI printer or a Windows Printing System printer, you must change the port setting of the printer driver using the following procedure.
CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE This unit includes both USB and parallel interface connectors. Interface cables for connecting the unit to your computer are not included with this unit. Interface cable Please purchase the appropriate cable for your computer. Parallel interface cable IEEE 1284-Shielded type bi-directional parallel interface cable (2 m (6 feet) Max.) USB interface cable Shielded twisted pair cable, high-speed transmission equivalent (2 m (6 feet) Max.
Connecting the parallel interface cable 68 1 Obtain an IEEE1284 shielded parallel interface cable. 2 Ensure that your computer and unit are turned off. 3 Insert the cable into the parallel interface connector located on the rear of the unit, and fasten with clasps. 4 Insert the other end of the cable into the interface connector of your computer.
9 APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Model AL-1216 AL-1225 Type Digital laser copier, desk-top type Copy system Dry, electrostatic transfer Originals Sheets, bound documents Paper tray 250 sheets Single bypass, Multi-bypass tray Single bypass (1 sheet) Paper output tray 100 sheets SPF Original sizes Original feed — Original table/ SPF Max.
Model Overall dimensions AL-1216 AL-1225 Width 607.6mm (23.9") 607.6mm (23.9") Depth 462.5mm (18.2") 492.5mm (19.4") 16kg (35.3 lbs.) 19kg (41.9 lbs.) Weight (Approximately) *4 Width 518mm (20.4") 518mm (20.4") Unit dimensions Depth 462.5mm (18.2") 492.5mm (19.4") Height 295.6mm (11.6") 380.4mm (15.0") Operating conditions Temperature: 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F) Humidity: 20% to 85% Emulation — SHARP Host Based Noise level Sound Power Level LwA (1B=10dB) Copying: 6.
ABOUT SUPPLIES AND OPTIONS When ordering supplies, please use the correct part numbers as listed below. Be sure to use only genuine SHARP parts and supplies. For best copying results, be sure to use only SHARP Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximise the life and performance of SHARP copiers. Look for the Genuine Supplies label on the toner package. Supply list Supply Part number Usable life TD cartridge AL-110TD Approx. 4,000 sheets Drum cartridge AL-100DR Approx.
4 Push the centre of the pressure plate down until it locks in place and lock the plate using the pressure plate lock which has been stored in the front of the paper tray. 5 Push the paper tray back into the unit. 6 Lock the scan head locking switch (p.9). When shipping the unit, the scan head locking switch must be locked to prevent shipping damage.
INDEX A D Acrobat Reader ................................. 65 Alarm indicator - Drum replacement required indicator.............................. 6, 30, 34 - Misfeed indicator ................ 6, 34, 35 - TD cartridge replacement required indicator.............................. 6, 29, 34 Appendix ........................................... 69 Auto clear time .................................. 27 Auto power shut-off mode ................. 27 Automatic exposure adjustment ........ 23 Dark key .............
M R Making copies ................................... 19 MFP driver - Print Status Window ..................... 40 - Printer driver................................. 40 - Scanner driver .............................. 40 Misfeed indicator ..................... 6, 34, 35 Misfeed removal - Fusing area .................................. 36 - Paper feed area............................ 36 - SPF .............................................. 38 - Transport area..............................
U Z USB interface cable........................... 67 Using other installed drivers .............. 66 Using the manuals............................... 4 Using the printer mode ...................... 54 Using the scanner mode ................... 56 Using the SHARP TWAIN ................. 61 Zoom indicator................................... 24 Zoom key....................................... 6, 24 INDEX BY PURPOSE Checking the package ......................... 8 Cleaning the unit - Cabinet ................
SOFTWARE LICENSE PLEASE READ THIS LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE. BY USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. 1. License. The application, demonstration, system and other software accompanying this License, whether on disk, in read only memory, or on any other media (the "Software") and related documentation are licensed to you by SHARP.
6. Limited Warranty on Media. SHARP warrants the disks on which the Software is recorded to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase as evidenced by a copy of the receipt. The entire liability of SHARP and/or its Licensors and your exclusive remedy will be replacement of the disk which fails to meet the limited warranty provided by this Clause 6.
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In some areas, the “POWER” switch positions are marked “ I” and “ ” on the copier instead of “ON” and “OFF”. The symbol “ ” denotes the copier is not completely de-energized but in a stand-by condition at this “POWER” switch position. If your copier is so marked, please read “ I ” for “ON” and “ ” for “OFF”. Caution! For a complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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