Sharp MX 2300N User Manual

Users Guide
MX-3500N
MX-3501N
MX-4500N
MX-4501N MX-2300G
MX-2300N
MX-2700G
MX-2700N MODEL:
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS MANUAL  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
• MANUALS PROVIDED WITH THE MACHINE . . . 2
1BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
 EXTERIOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
 INTERIOR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
 AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER AND 
DOCUMENT COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
 CONNECTORS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Please note
 Where this manual shows the MX-2300/2700 series or the MX-3500/4500 series, the following models are indicated:
MX-2300/2700 series: MX-2300G, MX-2300N, MX-2700G, MX-2700N
MX-3500/4500 series: MX-3500N, MX-3501N, MX-4500N, MX-4501N
 This manual contains references to the fax function. However, please note that the fax function is not available in some 
countries and regions.
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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 in the Quick Start Guide.
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This chapter provides basic information about the machine. Please read this chapter before using the machine.
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
EXTERIOR
(1) Document cover*1, *2
This holds down the original.
(2) Duplex single pass feeder
(automatic document feeder)
This automatically feeds and scans multiple originals. Both 
sides of two-sided originals can be automatically scanned.
Installed standard on the MX-3501N/4501N. Cannot be 
installed on other models.
☞PLACING THE ORIGINAL (page 33)
(3) Reversing...

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(10) Saddle stitch finisher*
This can be used to staple output. The saddle stitch 
finisher can automatically staple output at the centre line 
and fold the pages to create a pamphlet. A punch module 
can also be installed to punch holes in output.
☞SADDLE STITCH FINISHER (page 45)
(11) Tray 1
This holds paper. Up to 500 sheets of paper can be 
loaded.
☞TRAY SETTINGS FOR TRAYS 1 TO 4 (page 23)
(12) Tray 2
This holds paper. Up to 500 sheets of paper can be 
loaded.
☞TRAY SETTINGS FOR TRAYS 1 TO 4 (page...

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INTERIOR
(16) Toner cartridges
When the toner in a cartridge runs out, the cartridge must 
be replaced with a new cartridge of the same colour.
The shape of the toner cartridge varies slightly by model.
☞REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES (page 60)
(17) Fusing area
Heat is applied here to fuse the transferred image onto 
the paper.
(18) Transfer belt
During full colour copying, the toner images of each of 
the four colours on each of the photoconductive drums 
are combined together on the transfer belt....

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AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER AND DOCUMENT COVER
Automatic document feeder
Automatic document feeder
(MX-3501N/4501N)
Document cover
(1) Paper feed rollerThis roller rotates to automatically feed the original.
(2) Document feeding area cover Open this cover to remove an original misfeed or clean 
the paper feed roller.
(3) Original guides These help ensure that the original is scanned correctly. 
Adjust the guides to the width of the original.
☞PLACING THE ORIGINAL  (page 33)
(4) Document feeder tray...

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CONNECTORS
(1) USB connecter (A type)This is used to connect a USB hub or USB memory 
device to the machine.
For the USB cable, use a shielded type cable.
(2) USB connecter (B type ) A computer can be connected to this connector to use 
the machine as a printer.
For the USB cable, use a shielded type cable.
(3) LAN connecter Connect the LAN cable to this connector when the 
machine is used on a network.
For the LAN cable, use a shielded type cable.
(4) Service-only connector
(5) Extension phone socket...

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OPERATION PANEL
(1) Touch panelMessages and keys appear in the touch panel display.
Touch the displayed keys to perform a variety of operations.
When a key is touched, a beep sounds and the selected 
item is highlighted. This provides confirmation as you 
perform an operation.
☞TOUCH PANEL  (page 11)
(2) Mode select keys and indicators Use these keys to change the mode displayed in the 
touch panel.
The indicator of a key lights  when the key is selected.
[DOCUMENT FILING] key
Press this key to switch...