Sharp MX 2300N User Manual

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IMPORTANT POINTS WHEN USING THE BYPASS TRAY
 When using plain paper other than SHARP standard paper or special types of paper other than 
SHARP-recommended transparency film, or are printing on the reverse side of previously used paper, the paper must 
be loaded one sheet at a time. Loading more than one sheet at a time will cause misfeeds.
 Before loading paper, straighten any curling in the paper.
 When adding paper, remove any paper remaining in the tray, combine it with the paper to be added,...

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Inserting transparency film
Inserting envelopes
When inserting envelopes in the bypass tray, set them in the orientation shown below.
Example of loading a envelope
Only the address side of an envelope can be printed on or copied on. Be sure to place the address side face down.
Important points when using envelopes
• Do not print or copy on both sides of the envelope. This may result in misfeeds or poor print quality.
 Restrictions apply to some types of envelopes. For more  information, consult a...

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Fusing unit pressure adjusting levers
In some cases damage to the envelopes, colour deviations, or smudging may occur even if envelopes within the 
specifications are used. This problem may be alleviated by shifting the fusing unit pressure adjusting levers from their 
normal pressure position to the lower pressure position. Follow the procedure on the this page.
1
Pull out the right side cover.
While pushing up the open/close lever on the right side cover, 
gently open the cover.
2
Move the fusing...

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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
When a non-standard size original is placed in copy mode, see SPECIFYING THE ORIGINAL SIZE in the Copier 
Guide.
When a non-standard size  original is placed for a fax or scanner tr ansmission, see SPECIFYING THE SCAN SIZE OF...

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Mixed size originals (placing different sizes of originals together)
When using the automatic document feeder, originals of diffe rent sizes in the range of combinations shown below can 
be scanned together.
When scanning mixed sizes of originals, be sure to touch the [Mixed Size Original] key in the special modes and select 
[Same Width] or [Different Width].
The following combinations of original sizes can be used.
When the originals are the same width
Touch the [Mixed Size Original] key in the...

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 Before inserting originals into the document feeder tray, be sure to remove any staples or paper clips.
 If originals have damp spots due to correction fluid, ink or pasteup glue, wait until the originals are dry before making 
copies. Otherwise the interior of the document feeder or the document glass may be soiled.
 Do not use the following originals. Incorrect original size detection, original misfeeds, and smudges may result.
Transparency film, tracing paper, carbon paper, thermal paper or...

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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 
mode, see SPECIFYING THE ORIGINAL SIZE in the 
Copier Guide.
When a non-standard size original is placed for a fax or 
scanner transmission, see SPECIFYING THE SCAN 
SIZE OF THE ORIGINAL in the Facsimile Guide or 
Scanner Guide.
Maximum original size
Standard sizes
A3: 297 mm (width) x 420 mm (length)
11 (width) x...

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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.
(2) Gently close the automatic document 
feeder.(2)
(1)
Caution
Do not close the automatic document feeder suddenly. This may damage the automatic document feeder and your 
hand may become caught...

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This chapter describes the peripheral devices that can be used with the machine and explains how to use the finisher 
and saddle stitch finisher.
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.
(As of November, 2005)
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PERIPHERAL DEVICES
Product nameProduct numberDescription
Original coverMX-VRX1*1This holds down the...

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*1Can be installed when using the MX-2300G/2700G.
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2Can be installed when using the MX-2300/2700 Series.
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3Can be installed when using the MX-3500/4500 Series.
Punch module 
AR-PN1A
Punches holes in copies and other output. Requires a saddle 
stitch finisher.AR-PN1B
AR-PN1C
AR-PN1D
Barcode font kitAR-PF1Adds barcode fonts to the machine.
Printer expansion kitMX-PBX1*1Adds a PCL6 or PCL5c printer function.
Network scanner expansion kitMX-NSX1*1Adds a network scanner function.
PS3 expansion...