Sharp Mxc300w Owners Manual

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
OPERATION PANEL
(1) Display
Shows various messages. (p.13, 81, 125)
(2) [FAX] key
 / indicator
Press to select fax mode.
(3)
[PROGRAM 1 / PROGRAM 2] key
Press to use the scanner settings already stored. 
(p.134)
(4) [SCAN] key / indicator
Press to select scan mode.
(5) [ZOOM] key
Press to select a reduction or enlargement copy 
ratio. (p.29)
(6) [COPY] key
 / indicator
Press to select copy mode.
(7) [ID CARD COPY] key
Enable ID Card Copy.
(8) Arrow keys
Press to move the highlighting (which indicates 
that an item is selected) in the display.
(9) [OK] key
Press to enter the selected setting.(10) [EXPOSURE] key
Use to select the exposure mode. (p.28)
(11) [ENERGY SAVE] key
 / indicator
Press to enter the energy save mode.
(12) [BACK] key
Press to return the display to the previous 
screen.
(13) [SPECIAL FUNCTION] key
Press to select special functions.
(14) [C] key 
Press to clear the set number of copies or stop a 
copy run.
(15) [ADDRESS] key
Used to search for address, numbers and other 
contact information stored for auto dialing. (p.87)
(16) [DUPLEX] key
Select the duplex copy/fax/scan mode.
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13)
(14) (15)(16) 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
(17) [COMM. SETTING] key
This is used to switch between memory 
transmission and direct transmission, and to 
switch between automatic reception and manual 
reception. (p.89)
(18) [SPEED] key
This is used to dial by Speed dialing. (p.83)
(19) [FAX STATUS] key
This is used to cancel a fax transmission or a 
stored fax transmission. (p.93)
(20) [SPEAKER] key
This is used to dial without lifting an extension 
phone connected to the machine. (p.83)
(21) [REDIAL/PAUSE] key
This is used to redial the last number dialed, and 
enter a pause when entering a fax number. 
(p.83, p.85)
(22) [COLOR START] key
 / indicator
Press this key to copy or scan an original in color.
This key cannot be used for fax.
(23) [BLACK & WHITE START] key
 / indicator
Press this key to copy or scan an original in black and 
white. This key is also used to send a fax in fax mode.
(24) [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.(25) Numeric keys
Enter characters/numbers.
(26) [READ-END] key
When copying in sort mode from the document 
glass, press this key when you have finished 
scanning the original pages and are ready to 
start copying. 
(27) [CA] key 
Clears all selected settings and returns the 
machine to the default settings. (p.15)
(28) [STOP] key
Press this key to stop a copy job or scanning of 
an original.
(29) FAX mode indicators
LINE indicator
Lights up when a fax is being sent or received.
DATA indicator
Blinks when a fax cannot be printed because 
there is no paper or otherwise. Lights steadily 
when there is an unsent fax.
(30) Printer mode indicators
ONLINE indicator
Print data can be received when this lamp is lit.
DATA indicator
Blinks when print data is being received. Lights 
steadily during printing.
(17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23)
(24) (25) (26) (27) (29) (30)(28)
The content of the operation panel varies by 
model.Note 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
DISPLAY
This section explains how to use the display.
LEFT MENU AND RIGHT MENU
The display on the machine has a right menu containing frequently used settings and a left menu for display of the 
settings and setting screens of each function.
Left Menu (Example: Copy mode)
(1) Message display
Messages are displayed regarding machine 
status and operation.
(2) Special function icon display
Icons of enabled special functions will appear.(3) Paper size display
Displays the selected paper size.
(4) Exposure display
Indicates the selected exposure mode.
(5) Copy ratio display
Displays the copy ratio for reduction or 
enlargement.
(6) Original size display
When the original size is specified in Original 
Size in the right menu, this shows the specified 
size. 
The following icons appear when the original is 
placed.
None: Document Glass
: Automatic document feeder (one-sided 
scanning).
: Automatic document feeder (two-sided 
scanning)
(Models with the two-sided scanning 
function)
Left MenuRight Menu
(1)
(6) (2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
1-sided to 2-sided copy
2-sided to 2-sided copy
(
Models with the two-sided scanning function only)
2-sided to 1-sided copy
(Models with the two-sided scanning function only)
Sort function
\RGB Adjust
Suppress BG
2 in 1 copy
4 in 1 copy
Card shot
ID card copy
Sharpness 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
Right Menu
(7) Connection status display
(Models with the wireless LAN function only)
Displayed when wireless LAN is on.
(8) Number of copies display
Shows the number of copies set.
(9) Function display
Shows the basic functions of each mode.
HOW TO USE THE DISPLAY
Selecting an item with the direction keys (up/down)
Use the up/down direction keys (indicated in this manual by [ ] [ ]) to move to and select (highlight) a setting item 
in the selection screen. Press the [OK] key to display the screen of the selected setting item. Press [OK] in the 
setting screen to save your settings.
Selecting an item with the direction keys (left/right)
The left/right direction keys (indicated in this manual by [ ] [ ]) are used to set the exposure and numbers in 
setting screens. Press the [OK] key to save your settings.
Use the [BACK] key to return to the previous setting screen.
(7) (8)
(9)
Wireless infrastructure mode: 
Connecting
Wireless infrastructure mode: 
Not connected
Wired + wireless access point mode: 
With handset connected
Wired + wireless access point mode: 
Without handset connected
Connection failure of wireless LAN 
device inside machine
The [ ] [ ] icons appear in the selection screen of settings that use the 
up/down direction keys.
The [ ] [ ] icons appear in setting screens that use the left/right direction keys. 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
POWER ON AND OFF
The power switch is located on the left side of the machine.
POWER ON
Turn the power switch to the ON 
position.
While the machine is warming 
up, the message Warming 
Up will appear in the 
message display.
POWER OFF
Make sure that the machine is not in 
operation and then turn the power switch 
to the OFF position.
If the power switch is turned off while the machine is in 
operation, a misfeed may occur and the job that was in 
progress will be canceled.
POWER SAVE MODES
The machine has two power save modes to reduce overall power consumption thereby reducing the cost of 
operation. In addition, these modes conserve natural resources and help reduce environmental pollution. The two 
power save modes are Preheat mode and Auto power shut-off mode.
Preheat mode
This function automatically switches the machine to a low power consumption state if the duration of time set in the 
system settings elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. In preheat mode the display turns 
off. Normal operation automatically resumes when a key on the operation panel is pressed, an original is placed, or 
a print job or fax is received.
Auto power shut-off mode
This function automatically switches the machine to a state that consumes even less power than preheat mode if the 
duration of time set in the system settings elapses without the machine being used when the power is on. During auto 
power shut-off, only the [ENERGY SAVE] indicator blinks. To restore the machine to normal operation, press the 
[ENERGY SAVE] key. Normal operation also resumes automatically when a print job or fax is received or scanning is 
begun from a computer. While auto power shut-off is in effect, pressing a key other than the [ENERGY SAVE] key will 
have no effect.
DEFAULT SETTINGS
The machine is set at the factory to return all settings to the default 
settings one minute after a copy job is finished (auto clear function) or 
when the [CA] key is pressed. When the settings return to the default 
settings, any functions that were selected are canceled.
The auto clear time can be changed in the system settings. 
(p.179)In the default state the display shown below appears. The default state of 
the display may vary depending on settings in the system settings.
 The machine reverts to the initial settings when it is first turned on, when the [CA] key is pressed, or when no 
keys are pressed for the preset Auto clear time following the end of a copy job. When the machine reverts to 
the initial settings, all settings and functions selected to that point are canceled. The Auto clear time can be 
changed in the system settings. (p.179)
 The machine is initially set to automatically enter power save mode if not used for copying or printing, for a 
preset period of time. This setting can be changed in the system settings. (p.180)
 Before using fax mode, read the following sections and then turn on the power.
TO USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AS A FACSIMILE (p.79)
POINTS TO CHECK AND PROGRAM AFTER INSTALLATION (p.80)
Note
The preheat activation time and the Auto power shut-off timer can be changed using system settings.Note 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
LOADING PAPER
The message TRAY< >:Add paper. will be displayed when there is no copy paper in the selected paper tray. 
(< > is the tray number.) Load paper in the indicated paper tray.
PAPER
For best results, use only SHARP recommended paper.
*1 The number of sheets of the paper which can be set changes with the weight of a paper. The paper must not be 
higher than the indicator line.
*2 When feeding an envelope, push down the fusing unit release levers to release the pressure. Loading the 
bypass tray (p.20)
PLAIN PAPER, SPECIAL MEDIA
Plain paper that can be used
 SHARP standard plain paper (21 lbs. (80 g/m2)). For paper specifications, see the specifications in the Start 
Guide.
 Plain paper other than SHARP standard paper (16 lbs. to 28 lbs. (60 g/m
2 to 105 g/m2))
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.
* The lbs. (g/m
2) units used in these explanations indicate the weight of the paper.
Paper tray typePaper typeSizeWeightCapacity*1
Tr a y  1Plain paper
Recycled paper
Color
Letter head
Pre-printed
Pre-punched8-1/2 x 11,
5-1/2 x 8-1/2,
7-1/4 x 10-1/2,
A4, B5, A5, 16K16 lbs. to 28 lbs. 
(60 g/m2 to 105 g/m2)250 sheetsTray 2 (Option)500 sheets
Bypass tray Plain paper
Recycled paper
Color
Letter head
Pre-printed
Pre-punched8-1/2 x 11,
5-1/2 x 8-1/2,
7-1/4 x 10-1/2,
8-1/2 x 14,
8-1/2 x 13-1/2,
8-1/2 x 13-2/5,
8-1/2 x 13,
A4, B5, A5, A6, 16K13 lbs. to 28 lbs.
(55 g/m
2 to 105 g/m2)50 sheets
Labels 28 lbs. to 80 lbs.
(106 g/m2 to 220 g/m2)
1 sheet
Transparency film 10 sheets
Heavy paper 20 sheets
Glossy Paper 1 sheet
Envelopes
*2International DL
(110 mm x 220 mm)
International C5
(162 mm x 229 mm)
Monarch
(98 mm x 191 mm)
Commercial 10
(105 mm x 241 mm)10 sheets
Custom Horizontal: 5-1/2 to 14
(140 to 356 mm)
Vertical: 3-5/8 to 8-1/2
(90 to 216 mm) 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
PRINT SIDE FACE UP OR FACE DOWN
Paper is loaded with the print side face up or face down depending on the paper type and tray.
The loading orientation of punched paper, letterhead paper, and pre-printed paper differs from that of other paper.
For details, see Example: Placement orientations of punched paper, letter head paper, and pre-printed paper (p.17).
Trays 1 to 2
Load the paper with the print side face up.
However, if the paper type is Pre-Punched, Letter Head or Pre-Printed, load the paper with the print side face down.
Bypass tray
Load the paper with the print side face down.
However, if the paper type is Pre-Punched, Letter Head or Pre-Printed, load the paper with the print side face up.
Example: Placement orientations of punched paper, letter head paper, and pre-printed paper
Document feeder trayOriginal glass
A
A
Pre-punched (Left binding)Letter headPre-printed
Tr a y  1  t o  2
Load the paper print side 
down with the punch holes to 
the front and the top edge to 
the right.Load the paper print side 
down with the letter head (top 
edge) to the right.Load the paper print side 
(pre-printed side) down with 
the top edge to the right.
Bypass tray
Load the paper print side up 
with the punch holes to the 
front and the top edge to the 
left.Load the paper print side up 
with the letter head (top edge) 
to the left.Load the paper print side 
(pre-printed side) up with the 
top edge to the left.
A
ABC
ABC
A
-1-
A
-1-
AABC
ABC
AA
-1-
A-1- 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
Paper that cannot be used
 Special media for inkjet printers (fine paper, glossy 
paper, glossy film, etc.)
 Carbon paper or thermal paper
 Pasted paper
 Paper with clips
 Paper with fold marks
 Torn paper
 Oil-feed transparency film
 Thin paper less than 13 lbs. (55 g/m
2)
 Paper that is 80 lbs. index (220 g/m2) or heavier Irregularly shaped paper
 Stapled paper
 Damp paper
 Curled paper
 Paper on which either the print side or the reverse 
side has been printed on by another printer or 
multifunction device.
 Paper with a wave-like pattern due to moisture 
absorption
Non-recommended paper
 Iron-on transfer paper
 Japanese paper Perforated paper
Paper that can be used for automatic 2-sided printing
Paper used for automatic duplex printing must meet the following conditions.
Paper type: Plain paper (special paper cannot be used.)
Paper size: Standard sizes (8-1/2 x 14, 8-1/2 x 13, 8-1/2 x 11, A4, B5, A5, 16K)
Paper weight: 16 lbs. to 28 lbs. (60 g/m
2 to 105 g/m2)
Special papers
Follow these guidelines when using special papers.
 Use SHARP recommended transparency film and label sheets. Using other than SHARP recommended paper 
may result in misfeeds or smudges on the output. If other than SHARP recommended media must be used, feed 
each sheet one at a time using the bypass tray (do not attempt continuous copying or printing).
 There are many varieties of special paper available on the market, and some cannot be used with this machine. 
Before using special paper, contact your SHARP Service Department.
 Before using other than SHARP recommended paper, make a test copy to see if the paper is suitable.
 Various types of plain paper and special media are sold. Some types cannot be used with the machine. Contact 
your dealer or nearest SHARP Service Department for advice on using these types of paper.
 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.
 The use of non-recommended or prohibited paper may result in skewed feeding, misfeeds, poor toner fusing 
(the toner does not adhere to the paper well and can be rubbed off), or machine failure.
 The use of non-recommended paper may result in misfeeds or poor image quality. Before using 
non-recommended paper, check if printing can be performed properly.
Note 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
LOADING PAPER
Make sure that the machine is not copying or printing, and then follow these steps to load paper.
Loading the paper tray
1Gently lift and pull out the paper tray until it stops.
2Push the pressure plate down, and adjust the plates in the tray to the length and width 
of the paper.
(1) Push the center of the pressure plate down until it locks into place.
(2)
The plate A and B are slide-type guides. Grasp the locking knob on the 
guide and slide the guides until the width that the paper can be loaded 
properly.
3Load paper into the tray.
 Open the package of the paper and load it without fanning the paper.
 Make sure the stack of paper is straight before loading it.
 After loading the paper, close the guides to the paper width not to leave the 
gap from the guides.
4Gently push the paper tray into the machine.
Push the tray in completely.
 Do not load paper higher than the line on the guide (up to 250 sheets).
 Do not add paper to the loaded paper. It may cause multiple feed of 
paper.

The loaded paper should not go higher than the protrusion of the plate A.
 If you loaded a different size of paper than was loaded previously in 
the tray, go to CHANGING THE PAPER SIZE SETTING OF A TRAY 
(p.22).
 When misfeed occurs, rotate the paper 180 degrees and reload it.
 Straighten curled paper before using it.
(1)
(2)(2)
(2)
Plate BPlate A
Roller
Line on 
the guide
ProtrusionNote
Note 
						

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BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
Loading the bypass tray
To feed an envelope, first press down the fixing unit 
release levers (2 places) to release the pressure, 
and then follow the steps below.
1Unfold the bypass tray.
Open out the bypass tray extension.
2Push the center of the pressure plate down until it locks into place.
3Set the paper guides to the copy paper width.
4Insert the paper (print face down) all the way into the bypass tray.
To prevent a misfeed, verify once more that the paper guides are adjusted to 
the width of the paper.
After feeding an envelope, be sure to press up and return the fixing unit release levers 
(2 places) to their original positions.
If you loaded paper in the bypass tray, press the [SPECIAL FUNCTION] key and select Paper Select to select 
the bypass tray.
Warning
Note