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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 the original is a non-standard size, see the 
appropriate explanation below for the mode you are 
using.
☞2. COPIER SPECIFYING THE ORIGINAL SIZE 
(page 2-27)
☞4. FACSIMILE IMAGE SETTINGS (page 4-46)
☞5. SCANNER / INTERNET FAX IMAGE 
SETTINGS (page 5-53)
Maximum original size
Standard sizes
A3: 297 mm (height) x 420 mm (width)
11 (height) x 17 (width)
Non-standard sizes
297 mm (height) x 432 mm (width)
11-5/8 (height) x 17 (width)
1
Open the automatic document feeder.
2
Place the original.
Place the original face down in the far left corner of the 
document glass.
The original should always be placed in the far left corner, 
regardless of its size.
Align the top left corner of the original with the tip of the   mark.
Do not place any objects under the original size detector.
Closing the automatic document feeder with an object underneath may damage the original size detector and prevent 
correct detection of the original size.
If you are placing a small non-standard size original on the document glass, it is convenient to place a blank sheet of 
A4 or B5 (8-1/2 x 11 or 5-1/2 x 8-1/2) paper on top of the original to facilitate detection of the original size.
Original size 
detector
A4R (8-1/2 x 11R)B5R
B4 (8-1/2 x 14)
A3 (11 x 17)
A4 (8-1/2 x 11)
A5(5-1/2 x 8-1/2)
B5
 mark
Document glass scale
Document glass scale
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Contents 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) Slowly close the automatic document 
feeder.
Do not press a book or other bulky document down too 
hard on the glass with the automatic document feeder.
If shadows around the edges of the document are a 
problem, use the erase function.
☞2. COPIER ERASING PERIPHERAL 
SHADOWS (Erase) (page 2-46)
3
Close the automatic document feeder.
After placing the original, be sure to close the automatic 
document feeder. If left open, parts outside of the original will 
be copied black, causing excessive use of toner.
(2)
(1)
Caution
Close the automatic document feeder slowly. Abruptly closing the automatic document feeder may damage it.
Take care that your fingers are not pinched when closing the automatic document feeder.
The automatic document feeder cannot be closed correctly in this state. To return the automatic document feeder to its 
normal state, open it completely and then close it.
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This section describes the peripheral devices that can be used with the machine and explains how to use the finisher and 
saddle stitch finisher, as well as Sharp OSA (application communication module and external account module).
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 March, 2009)
PERIPHERAL DEVICES
Product nameProduct numberDescription
Stand/1x500 sheet paper drawerMX-DEX8Additional tray. A maximum 500 sheets of paper can be loaded 
in each tray.
Stand/2x500 sheet paper drawerMX-DEX9
Large capacity trayMX-LCX1
Additional tray. A maximum of 3500 sheets of paper can be 
loaded in the tray.
To install the tray, a stand/1 x 500 sheet paper drawer or stand/2 
x 500 sheet paper drawer is required.
Exit tray unit
(Right tray)MX-TRX2This can be added to the right side of the machine.
FinisherMX-FNX9Output device that enables the use of the staple function and 
offset function.
Punch module 
MX-PNX1A
MX-PNX1B
MX-PNX1C
MX-PNX1D
Punches holes in copies and other output. Requires a finisher.
Finisher (large stacker)MX-FN11
Output device that enables the use of the staple function and 
offset function.
To install the finisher (large stacker), a stand/1 x 500 sheet paper 
drawer or stand/2 x 500 sheet paper drawer is required.
Punch module
MX-PNX6A
MX-PNX6B
MX-PNX6C
MX-PNX6D
Punches holes in copies and other output. Requires a finisher 
(large stacker).
Saddle stitch finisherMX-FN10
Output device that enables use of the staple function, offset 
function and pamphlet copy function.
To install the saddle stitch finisher, a stand/1 x 500 sheet paper 
drawer or stand/2 x 500 sheet paper drawer is required.
Paper pass unitMX-RBX3Required when a finisher (large stacker) / saddle stitch finisher is 
installed.
Punch module 
MX-PNX5A
MX-PNX5B
MX-PNX5C
MX-PNX5D
Punches holes in copies and other output. Requires a saddle 
stitch finisher.
Barcode font kitAR-PF1Adds barcode fonts to the machine.
PS3 expansion kitMX-PKX1Enables the machine to be used as a Postscript compatible 
printer.
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XPS expansion kitMX-PUX1
The machine can be used as an XPS compatible printer. For 
details, consult your dealer.
To install this kit, a 1 GB expansion memory board (MX-SMX3) 
is required.
Expansion memory boardMX-SMX3This expands the memory that can be used on the machine.
Internet fax expansion kitMX-FWX1Enables Internet Fax.
Facsimile expansion kitMX-FXX2Adds a fax function.
Application integration moduleMX-AMX1
The application integration module can be combined with the 
network scanner function to append a metadata file to a scanned 
image file.
Application communication moduleMX-AMX2This allows the machine to be linked over a network to an 
external software application.
External account moduleMX-AMX3This is required to use an external account application on the 
machine.
Enhanced compression kitMX-EBX3A scanned document can be saved in Compact PDF format. 
Compact PDF results in a smaller size than regular PDF.
Sharpdesk 1 licence kitMX-USX1
This software enables integrated management of documents 
and computer files.
Sharpdesk 5 licence kitMX-USX5
Sharpdesk 10 licence kitMX-US10
Sharpdesk 50 licence kitMX-US50
Sharpdesk 100 licence kitMX-USA0
KeyboardMX-KBX2SEThis is a keyboard that is integrated with the machine. When not 
in use, it can be stored under the operation panel.
Stamp unitAR-SU1This stamps each original page after it is scanned in image send 
mode.
Some options may not be available in some countries and regions.
Product nameProduct numberDescription
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FINISHER
The finisher is equipped with the offset function, which offsets each set of output from the previous set.
In addition, each set of sorted output can be stapled.
An optional hole punching unit can also be installed to punch holes in output.
PART NAMES
The following parts can be accessed when the finisher is open.
(1) Output tray
Stapled and offset output is delivered to this tray.
The tray is slidable. Extend the tray for large output 
(A3W, A3, A4R, B4, B5R, 12 x 18, 11 x 17, 
8-1/2 x 14, 8-1/2 x 13, 8-1/2 x 13-1/2, 
8-1/2 x 13-2/5, 8-1/2 x 11R, 7-1/4 x 10-1/2R, 8K and 
16KR sizes).
(2) Lever
Use this to move the finisher in order to remove a paper 
misfeed, replace staples, or remove a staple jam.
(3) Punch waste box (when a punch module is installed)
This holds punch waste.(4) Front cover
Open this cover to remove a paper misfeed, replace 
staples, remove a staple jam, or remove the punch waste 
box.
(5) Staple case
This holds the staple cartridge. Pull the case out to 
replace the staple cartridge or remove a staple jam.
(6) Staple case release lever
Use this to remove the staple case.
SUPPLIES
The finisher requires the following staple cartridge:
Staple cartridge 
(approx. 5000 staples per cartridge x 3 cartridges)
MX-SCX1
(1)
(6) (5) (2)(3)
(4)
 A finisher cannot be installed simultaneously with a finisher (large stacker) or a saddle stitch finisher.
 Use caution when you turn on the power and when printing is taking place, as the tray may move up and down.
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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 staple cartridge
1
Open the cover.
2
While pressing the lever over to the left, 
slide the finisher to the left until it stops.
Gently slide the finisher until it stops.
3
Lower the staple case release lever and 
remove the staple case.
Pull the staple case out to the right.
4
Remove the empty staple cartridge from 
the staple case.
5
Insert a new staple cartridge into the 
staple case as shown.
Push the staple cartridge in until it clicks into place.
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6
Replace the staple case.
Push the staple case in until it clicks into place.
7
Slide the finisher back to the right.
Gently slide the finisher back to the right until it locks into its 
original position.
8
Close the cover.
Make a test print or copy in staple sort mode to verify that stapling takes place correctly.
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FINISHER (LARGE STACKER)
The finisher (large stacker) is 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. 
A punch module can also be installed to punch holes in output.
PART NAMES
(1) Stapler compiler
This temporarily stacks paper to be stapled.
(2) Output trays (upper tray, lower tray)
Stapled and offset output is delivered to these trays.
The trays are slidable. For large-size output (A3W, A3, 
B4, 12 x 18, 11 x 17, 8-1/2 x 14, 8-1/2 x 13, 
8-1/2 x 13-1/2, 8-1/2 x 13-2/5 and 8K sizes), extend 
the tray.(3) Top cover
Open this cover to remove a paper misfeed.
(4) Front cover
Open this cover to replace the staple cartridge or remove 
a staple jam.
SUPPLIES
The finisher (large stacker) require the following staple cartridge:
Staple cartridge (approx. 5000 staples x 3 cartridges) 
AR-SC2
(1)
(2)(3)
(4)
 A paper pass unit is required to install a finisher (large stacker).
 Do not place heavy objects on the finisher (large stacker) or press down on the finisher (large stacker).
 Use caution when you turn on the power and when printing is taking place, as the output tray may move up and down.
 A finisher (large stacker) cannot be installed simultaneously with a saddle stitch finisher or a finisher.
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FINISHER  (LARGE STACKER) 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
1
Open the front cover.
2
Squeeze the green parts of the staple 
case and pull the case up and then out.
3
Remove the empty staple cartridge.
Press the lock button to release the staple case cover and then 
remove the staple cartridge.
When staples remain, the staple cartridge cannot be removed.
4
Insert a new staple cartridge into the 
staple case.
Push the staple cartridge in until it clicks into place.
Do not remove the seal from the cartridge before inserting the cartridge into the case.
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5
Pull the seal that holds the staples 
straight out.
6
Push the staple case firmly back in.
Push the staple case in until it clicks into place.
7
Close the front cover.
Make a test print or copy in staple sort mode to verify that stapling takes place correctly.
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