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Sharp MX-5500N User Manual

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  • Page 1 MODEL: MX-5500N MX-6200N MX-7000N User's Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT THIS MANUAL ......3 ORIGINALS • MANUALS PROVIDED WITH THE MACHINE . . . 3 PLACING THE ORIGINAL .

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    SHARP Service Department. • Aside from instances provided for by law, SHARP is not responsible for failures occurring during the 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.
  • Page 4 Operation manuals in PDF format The manuals in PDF format provide detailed explanations of the procedures for using the machine in each mode. To view the PDF manuals, download them from the hard drive in the machine. The procedure for downloading the manuals is explained in "How to download the manuals in PDF format"...

  • Page 5: Before Using The Machine

    BEFORE USING THE MACHINE This chapter provides basic information about the machine. Please read this chapter before using the machine. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS EXTERIOR (3) (4) (7) (8) When a finisher / saddle stitch finisher is not installed When a finisher is installed Finisher / saddle stitch finisher* Front cover (upper)
  • Page 6 (10) (11)(12) (14) (15) (13) (10) Tray 1 (left side) (14) Tray 5 (when a large capacity tray (MX-LCX2) is installed)* This holds paper. Up to 1200 sheets of paper can be loaded. This holds paper. 8-1/2" x 11" or A4 paper can be loaded. ☞...

  • Page 7: Interior

    INTERIOR (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) When a finisher / saddle stitch finisher is not installed (23) (24) (25) (26) (16) Paper pass unit* (21) Paper reversing section cover This transfers output to the finisher or saddle stitch This is used when 2-sided printing is performed.

  • Page 8: Automatic Document Feeder And Document Glass

    AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER AND DOCUMENT GLASS (3) (4) Document feeding area cover Scanning area Open to remove a misfed original. Originals placed in the document feeder tray are scanned here. Original guides ☞ REGULAR MAINTENANCE (page 62) These help ensure that the original is scanned correctly. Original size detector Adjust the guides to the width of the original.

  • Page 9: Side And Back

    SIDE AND BACK USB connector (A type) This is used to connect a USB device such as USB memory to the machine. For the USB cable, use a shielded cable. USB connector (B type ) A computer can be connected to this connector to use the machine as a printer.

  • Page 10: Operation Panel

    OPERATION PANEL HOME SYSTEM SETTINGS READY PRINT DATA LINE IMAGE SEND DATA LOGOUT JOB STATUS (6) (7) (8) Touch panel PRINT mode indicators Messages and keys appear in the touch panel display. • READY indicator Touch the displayed keys to perform a variety of Print jobs can be received when this indicator is lit.
  • Page 11 HOME SYSTEM SETTINGS READY PRINT DATA LINE IMAGE SEND DATA LOGOUT JOB STATUS (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) [LOGOUT] key ( (14) [COLOR START] key ( Press this key to log out after you have logged in and Press this key to copy or scan an original in color.

  • Page 12: Touch Panel

    TOUCH PANEL The touch panel (screen) shown in this manual is a descriptive image. The actual screen is slightly different. Using the touch panel Example 1 DOCUMENT COPY IMAGE SEND FILING Job status screen. Print Job Scan to Fax Job Internet Fax Job Queue Sets / Progress...
  • Page 13 Example 4 Color Mode Special Modes Function Review Full Color Shift:Right Margin Shift 2-Sided Copy Front:1/2inch/Back:1/2inch Plain 8½x11 Edge:1/2inch Erase Output Center:1/2inch Exposure 8½x11 8½x11 Front:2-Sided/Back:Insert Auto 11x17 Covers/Inserts File Insertion A:10 Page/B:10 Page 8½x14 Quick File Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100% Auto...

  • Page 14: System Bar

    SYSTEM BAR The system bar appears at the bottom of the touch panel. The items that appear in the system bar are explained below. Color Mode Special Modes Full Color 2-Sided Copy Plain 8½x11 Output Exposure 8½x11 8½x11 Auto 11x17 File 8½x14 Quick File...

  • Page 15: Print/Send Status (Job Status)

    PRINT/SEND STATUS (JOB STATUS) This screen appears when the [JOB STATUS] key on the operation panel is pressed. The screen shows lists of the jobs that are reserved and in progress, and jobs that have been completed. This screen is used to check jobs, move a job to the top of the job queue, or delete a job.

  • Page 16: Turning The Power On And Off

    TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF The machine has two power switches. The main power switch is at the lower left after the front cover (lower) is opened. The other power switch is the [POWER] key ( ) on the operation panel at the top right. Main power switch [POWER] key When the main power switch is switched on, the main...

  • Page 17: Energy Save Functions

    ENERGY SAVE FUNCTIONS This product has the following two energy save functions that conform to the Energy Star guidelines to help conserve natural resources and reduce environmental pollution. Preheat Mode (low power mode) Preheat mode automatically lowers the temperature of the fusing unit and thereby reduces power consumption if the machine remains in the standby state for the interval of time set in "Preheat Mode Setting"...

  • Page 18: User Authentication

    USER AUTHENTICATION When the administrator of the machine has enabled user authentication, either of the two screens shown below will appear. If either screen appears, enter the user number or login name and password that you received from the administrator. User Authentication User Authentication Login Name...
  • Page 19 When you have finished using the machine and are ready to log out, press the [LOGOUT] key ( LOGOUT • However, note that the [LOGOUT] key ( ) cannot be used to log out when a fax number is being entered in fax mode, as the key is used for fax number entry.

  • Page 20: Authentication By Login Name / Password

    AUTHENTICATION BY LOGIN NAME / PASSWORD The following procedure is used to log in using a login name and password received from the administrator of the machine or the administrator of the LDAP server. Touch the [Login Name] key or the User Authentication key.
  • Page 21 Touch the [Password] key. User Authentication A text entry screen for entering the password will appear. Enter your password that is stored in "User List" in the system Login Name settings (administrator). User Name User 0001 Password If you are logging in to an LDAP server, enter the password that Auth to: Login Locally is stored with your LDAP server login name.
  • Page 22 Touch the [OK] key. User Authentication After the entered login name and password are authenticated, the user count screen will appear briefly. Login Name User Name User 0001 Usage status: used/remaining pages Password Black-white : 87,654,321/12,345,678 Full color : 87,654,321/12,345,678 Auth to: Login Locally 2-color...

  • Page 23: Home Screen

    HOME SCREEN When the [HOME] key is pressed on the operation panel, the home screen appears in the touch panel. Shortcuts to functions can be registered as keys in the home screen. When a shortcut key is touched, the screen for that function appears.

  • Page 24: Loading Paper

    LOADING PAPER IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT PAPER This section provides information that you should know before loading paper in the paper trays. Be sure to read this section before loading paper. NAMES AND LOCATIONS OF TRAYS The trays are identified by the names indicated below. For detailed information on the sizes and types of paper that can be loaded in each tray of the machine, see the specifications in the Safety Guide and "Paper Tray Settings"...

  • Page 25: Useable Paper

    • SHARP standard plain paper (21 lbs. (80 g/m )). For paper specifications, see the specifications in the Safety Guide. • Pain paper other than SHARP standard paper (16 lbs. to 28 lbs. (60 g/m to 105 g/m Recycled paper, colored paper and pre-punched paper must meet the same specifications as plain paper. Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department for advice on using these types of paper.
  • Page 26 • The image quality and toner fusibility of paper may change due to ambient conditions, operating conditions, and paper characteristics, resulting in image quality inferior to that of SHARP standard paper. Contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department for advice on using these types of paper.

  • Page 27: Tray Settings For Tray 1 And Tray 2

    TRAY SETTINGS FOR TRAY 1 AND TRAY 2 LOADING PAPER Up to 1200 sheets of 8-1/2" x 11" or A4 size paper can be loaded in tray 1. Up to 800 sheets of 8-1/2" x 11" or A4 size paper can be loaded in tray 2. For detailed information on the paper that can be loaded, see the specifications in the Safety Guide and "Paper Tray Settings"...

  • Page 28: Changing The Paper Size

    Gently push tray 1- tray 2 into the machine. Push the tray firmly all the way into the machine. If you loaded a different type of paper than was loaded previously, change the paper type setting as explained in "Paper Tray Settings" in the System Settings Guide. Do not place heavy objects on the tray or press down on the tray.
  • Page 29 Attach the paper size guide and transparent sheet appropriately for the size of paper to be used. (1) Align the bottom of the paper size guide with the appropriate slot on the base of the tray. Align the paper size guide with the slot for the paper size to be used (indicated by the paper size mark).

  • Page 30: Tray Settings For Tray 3 And Tray 4

    TRAY SETTINGS FOR TRAY 3 AND TRAY 4 LOADING PAPER AND CHANGING THE PAPER SIZE Up to 500 sheets of 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R to 12" x 18" (A5R to A3W) size paper can be loaded in tray 3. Up to 500 sheets of 7-1/4"...

  • Page 31: Loading Tab Paper

    Gently push the paper tray into the machine. Push the tray firmly all the way into the machine. • If you loaded a different type of paper than was loaded previously, change the paper type setting as explained in "Paper Tray Settings" in the System Settings Guide. •...
  • Page 32 Pull out the tray and attach the guide. Slide the guide plate to the position of the bottom edge of the tab paper and attach the guide so that it covers the guide plate. Insert the tab paper into the tray. Place the tab paper with the print side face up so that the tab is to the left.

  • Page 33: Tray Settings Of Tray

    Settings" in the System Settings Guide. The paper size of the large capacity tray (MX-LCX2) can only be changed by a service technician. If you need to change the paper size, consult your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department. Pull out the paper tray.

  • Page 34: Loading Paper (Mx-Lcx3)

    Gently push the paper tray into the machine. Push the tray firmly all the way into the machine. If you loaded a different type of paper than was loaded previously, change the paper type setting as explained in "Paper Tray Settings" in the System Settings Guide. Do not place heavy objects on the tray or press down on the tray.

  • Page 35: Paper Table

    Place the paper in the center of the Indicator line paper table. The paper should be loaded with the print side face up. When a certain amount of paper is placed on the paper table, the paper table will automatically descend slightly and then stop.

  • Page 36: Changing The Paper Size (Mx-Lcx3)

    CHANGING THE PAPER SIZE (MX-LCX3) To change the paper size of the large capacity tray (MX-LCX3), follow the procedure below. This procedure only explains how to change the paper size. For the procedures for opening/closing the tray and loading paper, see "LOADING PAPER (MX-LCX3)"...
  • Page 37 Change the right paper guide to the paper size to be used. (1) While holding up the paper guide lock, slide the paper guide to the paper size to be used. (2) Release the paper guide lock. (3) Move the paper guide slightly to the right and left so that it locks into place.

  • Page 38: Loading Paper In The Bypass Tray

    LOADING PAPER IN THE BYPASS TRAY The bypass tray can be used to print on plain paper, envelopes, label sheets, tab paper, and other special media. Up to 100 sheets of paper can be loaded (up to 40 sheets of heavy paper) for continuous printing similar to the other trays. For detailed information on the paper that can be loaded, see the specifications in the Safety Guide and "Paper Tray Settings"...

  • Page 39: Bypass Tray

    Touch the [Paper Select] key. Color Mode Special Modes Full Color 2-Sided Copy Plain 8½x11 Output Exposure 8½x11 8½x11 Auto 11x17 File 8½x14 Quick File Copy Ratio Original Paper Select 100% Auto Auto 8½x11 8½x11 Plain Touch the paper type key of the bypass Paper Select tray.

  • Page 40: Set The Paper Size

    Example: recycled paper has been selected Set the paper size. [Auto-Inch] key Paper Select When the paper inserted in the bypass tray is a standard inch Bypass Tray Type/Size Setting size (8-1/2" x 11", etc.), the paper size will be detected Type Size automatically and the appropriate paper size set.

  • Page 41: Important Points When Using The Bypass Tray

    IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN USING THE BYPASS TRAY • When using plain paper other than SHARP standard paper or special media other than SHARP-recommended transparency film, or when printing on the reverse side of previously used paper, the paper must be loaded one sheet at a time.

  • Page 42: Loading Envelopes

    Loading envelopes When inserting envelopes in the bypass tray, place them aligned to the left side in the orientation shown below. Only the front side of envelopes can be printed on. Be sure to place the front side face down. Important points when using envelopes •...
  • Page 43 Fusing unit pressure adjusting levers It may happen that creases, color deviations, or smudging may occur even when envelopes within the specifications are used. This problem can be alleviated by shifting the fusing unit pressure adjusting levers from the regular pressure position to the low pressure position.

  • Page 44: Originals

    ORIGINALS This chapter explains how to place originals in the automatic document feeder and on the document glass. PLACING THE ORIGINAL PLACING ORIGINALS IN THE AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER This section explains how to place originals in the automatic document feeder. Allowed original sizes Minimum original size Maximum original size...
  • Page 45 Adjust the original guides to the size of the originals. Place the original. Make sure the edges of the originals are even. Indicator Insert the originals face up all the way into the document feeder line tray. Insert a number of originals that does not exceed the indicator line on the document feeder tray.

  • Page 46: Placing The Original On The Document Glass

    PLACING THE ORIGINAL ON THE DOCUMENT GLASS This section explains how to place the original on the document glass. Allowed original sizes When a non-standard size original is placed in copy Maximum original size mode, see "SPECIFYING THE ORIGINAL SIZE" in the Copier Guide.

  • Page 47: Placing A Thick Book

    Placing a thick book When scanning a thick book or other thick original, follow the steps below to press the book down. (1) Push up the far side of the automatic document feeder. The hinges supporting the automatic document feeder will release and the rear side of the automatic document feeder will rise.

  • Page 48: Peripheral Devices

    PERIPHERAL DEVICES This chapter describes the peripheral devices that can be used with the machine and explains how to use the finisher, saddle stitch finisher, and inserter. PERIPHERAL DEVICES Peripheral devices can be installed on the machine to increase its range of functionality. The peripheral devices are generally optional, however, some models include certain peripheral devices as standard equipment.

  • Page 49: Finisher / Saddle Stitch Finisher

    FINISHER / SADDLE STITCH FINISHER The finisher and saddle stitch finisher are equipped with the offset function, which offsets each set of output from the previous set, and the staple sort function, which staples each set of output. The saddle stitch finisher is also equipped with the pamphlet staple function, which automatically staples and folds each set of output at the centerline.

  • Page 50: Supplies

    SUPPLIES The finisher and saddle stitch finisher require the following staple cartridge: • Staple cartridge (approx. 5000 staples x 3 cartridges) (for both the finisher and saddle stitch finisher) AR-SC2 The saddle stitch finisher also requires the following special staple cartridge for the saddle stitch unit. •...

  • Page 51: Finisher / Saddle Stitch Finisher Maintenance

    FINISHER / SADDLE STITCH FINISHER MAINTENANCE When the staple cartridge runs out of staples, a message will appear in the operation panel. Follow the procedure below to replace the staple cartridge. Replacing the cartridge in the finisher Open the front cover. Squeeze the green parts of the staple case and pull the case up and then out.
  • Page 52 Pull the seal that holds the staples straight out. Push the staple case firmly back in. Push the staple case in until it clicks into place. Close the front cover. Make a test print or copy in staple sort mode to verify that stapling takes place correctly.
  • Page 53 Replacing the staple cartridges in the saddle stitch unit Open the front cover. Grasp the handle on the saddle stitch unit and pull it slowly out until it stops. Pull the staple unit in the saddle stitch unit out and then rotate it up. Grasp the left and right side of each empty staple cartridge and remove the cartridges.
  • Page 54 Push the saddle stitch unit in. Close the front cover of the saddle stitch finisher. Make a test print or copy using the saddle stitch function to verify that stapling takes place correctly.
  • Page 55 Removing a staple jam from the finisher To remove a staple jam, remove the staple case from the finisher unit and then follow the steps below. To remove or reinsert the staple case of the finisher unit, see "Replacing the cartridge in the finisher"...

  • Page 56: Replace The Staple Cartridge

    Removing a staple jam from the saddle stitch unit To remove a staple jam from the saddle stitch unit, remove the staple cartridge and then follow the steps below. To remove the staple cartridge from the saddle stitch unit or replace the saddle stitch unit, see "Replacing the staple cartridges in the saddle stitch unit"...

  • Page 57: Punch Module

    PUNCH MODULE A punch module can be installed to punch holes in output. To install a punch module, a finisher or saddle stitch finisher is required. Discarding punch waste Punch waste from punched holes is collected in the punch waste box. Follow the steps below to discard the punch waste.

  • Page 58: Inserter

    INSERTER The inserter enables blank sheets or printed sheets to be added to copy and print output as covers or inserts without performing printing. The inserter also allows feeding of heavy paper that cannot be fed from the other trays. Sets of printed paper that have not been stapled or punched can be fed one at a time from the inserter for stapling or punching.

  • Page 59: Loading Paper

    LOADING PAPER When loading paper in the inserter, load the paper face up. Up to 100 sheets can be inserted. If the paper has a top edge and bottom edge, load in the same top-bottom orientation as the original. Adjust the paper guide on the paper tray to the width of the paper.

  • Page 60: Manually Operating The Inserter

    MANUALLY OPERATING THE INSERTER The inserter can be used for stapling or punching without performing a copy operation. These functions are selected at the operation panel of the inserter. [PUNCH] key ( [START] key ( ) / indicator When a punch module is installed on the finisher or After selecting punch or staple settings with the key of (1) saddle stitch finisher, punch holes can be added to blank or (2), place the paper to be punched or stapled on the...
  • Page 61 Touch the [START] key ( Make sure that the [START] key ( ) indicator is illuminated green and then press the [START] key ( Alarm display If the indicator of the [START] key ( ) is off or blinks after loading paper, operation will not begin when the [START] key ( ) is pressed.

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE This chapter explains how to clean the machine and replace the toner cartridges and the waste toner box. REGULAR MAINTENANCE To ensure that the machine continues to provide top quality performance, periodically clean the machine. Warning Do not use a flammable spray to clean the machine. If gas from the spray comes in contact with hot electrical components or the fusing unit inside the machine, fire or electrical shock may result.
  • Page 63 Scanning area If colored lines or white lines appear in images scanned using the automatic document feeder, clean the scanning area (the thin long glass next to the document glass). To clean this area, use the glass cleaner that is stored in the automatic document feeder. After using the glass cleaner, be sure to return it to its storage position.
  • Page 64 Clean the document scanning area in the automatic document feeder with the glass cleaner. (1) Open the scanning area cover on the automatic document feeder. Push in the release switch to release the cover. (2) Clean the scanning area in the automatic document feeder.

  • Page 65: Cleaning The Main Charger Of The Photoconductive Drum

    CLEANING THE MAIN CHARGER OF THE PHOTOCONDUCTIVE DRUM If black lines or colored lines appear even after you have cleaned the document glass and automatic document feeder, use the charger cleaner to clean the main charger that charges the drum. Open the front cover (lower).

  • Page 66: Cleaning The Bypass Feed Roller

    Close the front cover (lower). • If this does not solve the problem, pull the knob out and push it back in 2 more times. • When pulling and pushing the knob to clean the charger, pull and push the knob slowly from one end to the other. CLEANING THE BYPASS FEED ROLLER If paper misfeeds frequently occur when feeding envelopes or heavy paper through the bypass tray, wipe the surface of the feed roller with a clean soft cloth moistened with water or a neutral detergent.

  • Page 67: Cleaning The Laser Unit

    CLEANING THE LASER UNIT When the laser unit inside the machine becomes dirty, line patterns (colored lines) may form in the printed image. Identifying lines (colored lines) caused by a dirty laser unit • Colored lines always appear in the same place. (The lines are never black.) •...
  • Page 68 Remove the dirty cleaner from the tip of the cleaning tool. (1) Firmly grasp the tool close to where the cleaner is attached. (2) Use your other hand to press down on the hook that secures the cleaner and remove the cleaner.

  • Page 69: Clean The Laser Unit

    Clean the laser unit. (1) Point the cleaner down and slowly insert the tool into the hole that you wish to clean. Be sure to point the cleaner down. (2) Insert the cleaning tool all the way into the hole and then pull it back out. Pull the cleaning tool out until you feel the tip of the tool leave the cleaning surface of the laser unit.

  • Page 70: Replace The Cleaning Tool

    Replace the cleaning tool. (1) Point the cleaner up and hook the end of the tool (the end without the cleaner) onto the holder on the right. (2) Align the holder with the hole in the center of the cleaning tool and slowly press up from below.

  • Page 71: Replacing The Toner Cartridges

    REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES Be sure to replace the toner cartridge when the message "Change the toner cartridge." appears. In copy mode Ready to scan for copy. Toner supply is low.) Ready to scan for copy. Change the toner cartridge.) When the message appears in the message display, replace the toner cartridge for the indicated color.
  • Page 72 Open the front cover (upper). Locations of color toner cartridges (C) (D) (A): Yellow (B): Magenta (C): Cyan (D): Black 1 (E): Black 2 If a finisher / saddle stitch finisher is not installed, open the toner cover as shown. Pull the toner cartridge toward you.
  • Page 73 • Store toner cartridges out of the reach of small children. • If a toner cartridge other than a SHARP-recommended toner cartridge is used, the machine may not attain full quality and performance and there is a risk of damage to the machine. Be sure to use a SHARP-recommended toner cartridge.

  • Page 74: Replacing The Waste Toner Box

    REPLACING THE WASTE TONER BOX The waste toner box collects excess toner that is produced during printing. When the waste toner box becomes full, "Replace used toner container." will appear. Follow the procedure below to replace the waste toner box. Open the waste toner box compartment cover.
  • Page 75 Close the waste toner box compartment cover. After closing the cover, make sure that the message no longer appears. Caution • Do not throw the waste toner box into a fire. Toner may fly and cause burns. • Store the waste toner box out of the reach of small children. When replacing the waste toner box, be aware that it may soil your clothes or the immediate surroundings.

  • Page 76: Entering Text

    ENTERING TEXT This chapter explains the text entry screen. FUNCTIONS OF THE MAIN KEYS Description This changes the text entry screen from the lower case screen to the upper case screen. The upper case screen will continue to appear until the [Caps] key is touched again so that it is no longer highlighted. The Caps [Caps] key is convenient when you wish to enter all capital letters.

  • Page 77: Keyboard

    The layout of the keys in the text entry screen in the touch panel differs slightly from the layout of the keys on the external keyboard. Use a SHARP-recommended external keyboard. For the recommended keyboards, please contact your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department.
  • Page 78 User's Guide MODEL: MX-5500N MX-6200N MX-7000N MX7000-US-USR-Z2...

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