Sharp MX M283N User Manual

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ABOUT OPERATION MANUAL
This manual explains how to use the MX-M283N/MX-M363N/MX-M453N/MX-M503N digital multifunctional system.
Please note
 For information on installing the drivers and software cited in this manual, please refer to the Software Setup Guide.
 For information on your operating system, please refer to your operating system manual or the online Help function.
 The explanations of screens and procedures in a Windows environment are primarily for Windows
 Vista®. The screens may 
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This chapter provides information, such as basic operation procedures, how to load paper, and machine maintenance.
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-3
 EXTERIOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-3
 INTERIOR  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-5
 AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER AND 
DOCUMENT GLASS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-6
 SIDE AND BACK  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
MAINTENANCE
REGULAR MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-60
 CLEANING THE DOCUMENT GLASS 
AND AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER . . .  1-60
 CLEANING THE BYPASS FEED ROLLER . . .  1-62
 CLEANING THE ORIGINAL FEED 
ROLLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-62
REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES. . . . . . .  1-63
REPLACING THE TONER COLLECTION 
CONTAINER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1-66
REPLACING THE STAMP CARTRIDGE...

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
Contents
This section provides basic information about the machine. Please read this chapter before using the machine.
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
EXTERIOR
(1) Automatic document feeder
This automatically feeds and scans multiple originals. Both 
sides of 2-sided originals can be automatically scanned.
☞PLACING THE ORIGINAL (page 1-38)
(2) Front cover
Open this cover to switch the main power switch to On 
or Off or to replace a toner cartridge.
☞TURNING THE POWER ON AND OFF...

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(8) Punch module*
This is used to punch holes in output.
Requires a finisher (large stacker).
☞PUNCH MODULE (page 1-54)
(9) USB connector (A type)
Supports USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed).
This is used to connect a USB device such as USB 
memory to the machine.
For the USB cable, use a shielded cable.
(10) Keyboard*
This is a keyboard that is incorporated into the machine. 
When not used, it can be stored under the operation 
panel.
This may be included as standard equipment in...

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INTERIOR
(18) Toner cartridges
These contain toner for printing. When the toner runs out 
in the cartridge, replace the cartridge with a new 
cartridge.
☞REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGES (page 1-63)
(19) Fusing unit
Heat is applied here to fuse the transferred image onto 
the paper.
(20) Right side cover
Open this cover to remove a misfeed.
(21) Paper reversing section cover
This is used when 2-sided printing is performed. Open 
this cover to remove a paper misfeed....

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
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AUTOMATIC DOCUMENT FEEDER AND DOCUMENT 
GLASS
(1) Paper feed roller
This 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 1-38)
(4) Document feeder tray
Place originals in this tray. 1-sided originals...

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SIDE AND BACK
(1) USB connector (A type)
Supports USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed).
This is used to connect a USB device such as USB 
memory to the machine.
This connector is not initially available for use. If you wish 
to use the connector, contact your service technician.
(2) LAN connector
Connect the LAN cable to this connector when the 
machine is used on a network.
For the LAN cable, use a shielded type cable.
(3) USB connector (B type )
Supports USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed).
A...

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OPERATION PANEL
(1) Touch panel
Messages 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 1-10)
(2) [SYSTEM SETTINGS] key
Press this key to display the system settings menu 
screen. The system settings are used to configure paper 
tray settings, store addresses...

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(9) [START] key
Press this key to copy or scan an original. This key is also 
used to send a fax in fax mode.
(10) [LOGOUT] key ( )
Press this key to log out after you have logged in and 
used the machine. When using the fax function, this key 
can also be pressed to send tone signals on a pulse dial 
line.
☞USER AUTHENTICATION (page 1-17)
(11) [#/P] key ( )
When using the copy function, press this key to use a job 
program. When using the fax function, this key can...