GETTING STARTED
Using This Manual
This operation manual, together with the on-line help files supplied with the printer drivers, provides
complete information on using this printer. The operation manual and on-line help files are intended
as operation guides for general users and key operators. The operation manual includes information
on:
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connecting the printer to a computer
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selecting and installing printer drivers
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using the operation panel to control printer functions
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troubleshooting printer problems
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printer specifications
The on-line help files include specific information on:
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configuring printer drivers
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adjusting printer driver settings
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using advanced printer features under specific printer drivers
The on-line help file for a given printer driver is automatically installed along with that printer driver,
and can be accessed by clicking the 'Help' button available in the printer driver dialog box (Windows
system).
NOTE
The method of accessing the on-line help depends on the particular printer driver. With the PCL5e, PCL6, and
PostScript® drivers, the on-line help can be accessed by clicking the 'Help' button. With the Sharp-specific
PostScript® PPD driver, the on-line help can be accessed by clicking the help icon and then clicking the item for
which information is needed.
For General Users
General users should read the Getting Started, Printing from a Computer in the Windows
Environment, Printer Driver for Macintosh, and Using the Operation Panel sections of this operation
manual to become familiar with the available features and functions of this printer.
The on-line help files supplied with the printer drivers should then be consulted for specific
information on using particular printer features.
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