Sharp AM-900 Spécifications

DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEMONLINE GUIDEMODELAM-9001. Installation2. Copying3. Sending Faxes4. Receiving Faxes5. Special Fax Functions6. Printing7.

8A Look at the Operation PanelDisplayThis displays messages and prompts to help you operate the machine.ZOOM keyPress this key to select an enlargemen

981 Make sure that the date and time display of fax mode appears (if needed press ) and then press .2 Press .3 Press .FAXMENU5. Special Fax Function

Distinctive Ring (Requires Subscription to Service)995. Special Functions4 Press a number from 1 to 3 (1 to 5 in Canada) to select the ring pattern be

Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission)100Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission)Polling allows you to call another fax machine and have it send a doc

Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission)1015. Special FunctionsBeing polled (Memory polling)To let another fax machine poll your machine, you must firs

Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission)102Clearing a memory polling documentTo clear a memory polling document from memory, follow these steps:1 Make

1036. Printing6. PrintingPrinting a Document From an Applicationi To use the machine as a printer, the machine must be connected to your computer wit

Selecting Print Settings104Selecting Print SettingsThe print settings are selected in the SHARP AM-900 Printing Preferences (“SHARP AM-900 Properties”

Selecting Print Settings1056. PrintingPage Setup tabx Select the Paper Size and Paper Source.When the Paper Source is set to Tray, the Paper Size can

Selecting Print Settings106Advanced tabThe Advanced tab is used to specify how the printed image is scaled to the paper. Normally Match Page Size is s

Selecting Print Settings1076. Printingx If you wish to scale the image to a smaller size, select Auto Scaling. The paper size setting on the Page Setu

9Stop keyPress this key to cancel an operation before it is completed.COPY keyPress this key to select copy mode (page 51).SCAN keyPress this key to s

Printing on Envelopes and Cards108Printing on Envelopes and CardsTo print on envelopes, cards, and other special sizes of paper, use the bypass tray o

Printing on Envelopes and Cards1096. Printing2 Insert the sheet or envelope into the bypass tray as shown with the print side face down. x When insert

1107. ScanningThe machine can be used to scan documents to your computer. Both color and black and white scanning are possible. You can either begin

Scanning From a TWAIN Application1117. ScanningUsing the auto document feeder:Adjust the document guide to the width of your original(s), and then ins

Scanning From a TWAIN Application1124 In the dialog box that appears, select “SHARP MFP TWAIN I” and click the Select button. Note: The selection WIA-

Scanning From a TWAIN Application1137. Scanningx If you are using the auto document feeder, select Use Automatic Document Feeder.x If you wish to use

Scanning From a WIA Application (Windows XP/Me only)1141 Place the original on the document glass.Open the document glass cover and place the original

Scanning From a WIA Application (Windows XP/Me only)1157. Scanning3 Click the File menu and select “From Scanner or Camera”.x The File menu of Paint

Scanning From a WIA Application (Windows XP/Me only)1165 The following window will appear. Select the desired scan settings and then click the Scan bu

Scanning From the Scanner Wizard (Windows XP/Me only)1177. ScanningScanning From the Scanner Wizard (Windows XP/Me only)If you are using Windows XP/M

101. InstallationUnpacking ChecklistBefore setting up, make sure you have all of the following items. If any are missing, contact your dealer or reta

Scanning From the Operation Panel118Scanning From the Operation PanelYou can scan directly from the machine by selecting scan mode and then one of six

Scanning From the Operation Panel1197. Scanning3. The SHARP AM-900 Properties appear. Click on the Events tab.4. Select SC1 (scan menu SC1) from the S

Scanning From the Operation Panel1205. In the Actions field, select Start this program and then select the program that you wish to link to scan menu

Scanning From the Operation Panel1217. ScanningWindows 20001. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and select Control Panel.2. In the Control P

Scanning From the Operation Panel122Windows Me1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, select Control Panel, and then double-click Scanners and

Scanning From the Operation Panel1237. Scanning8. When you begin scanning after selecting one of the scan menus on the operation panel, the following

Scanning From the Operation Panel1241 Press to select scan mode.2 Place the original on the document glass or in the auto document feeder.Using the

Scanning From the Operation Panel1257. Scanning3 Press or until the desired scan menu appears in the display.Example: Press once for SC2: 4 Pres

1268. Printing ListsYou can print lists showing settings and information entered in the machine, and recent fax transactions. The lists are described

Printing Lists1278. Printing ListsTelephone Number ListThis list shows the fax numbers that have been stored for automatic dialing.Group ListThis list

Installation111. InstallationInstallationAttaching the traysAttach the document feeder tray.Slide the output tray into the machine as shown. When it s

Printing Lists128Transaction ReportThis report is printed out automatically after an operation is completed to allow you to check the result. The mach

Printing Lists1298. Printing ListsTransaction Report print conditionYou can change the condition under which a Transaction Report is printed out. Foll

Printing Lists130Auto print-out of Activity ListYou can set the Activity List to print automatically whenever information on 30 fax transactions has a

1319. Maintenance1 Squeeze the cover release ➊ and open the auto document feeder cover. Open the document glass cover.2 Wipe the parts indicated in wh

Maintenance1323 Close the auto document feeder cover, pressing down on both sides to make sure it clicks into place.Cleaning the document glassOpen th

Maintenance1339. MaintenanceCleaning the print rollersClean the print rollers frequently to prevent smudges or other dirt from appearing on your outpu

Maintenance134Cleaning the paper feed rollerIn order to avoid multi-feeds (multiple sheets of paper feeding at once) and paper jams, clean the paper f

Maintenance1359. Maintenance1 Press the side cover release ➊, open the side cover ➋, and then open the front cover ➌.x Caution!The fusing unit inside

Maintenance1363 Continue from Step 4 on page 17 to install the new toner cartridge.Replacing the Drum CartridgeViewing the total number of pages print

Maintenance1379. Maintenance1 Press the side cover release ➊, open the side cover ➋, and then open the front cover ➌.x Caution!The fusing unit inside

Installation12Releasing the scannerBefore plugging in the power cord, pull the scanner release toward you to release the scanner lock.i Caution: Plugg

Maintenance1383 Grasp the drum cartridge handle and gently pull the old cartridge out of the machine.4 Remove the new drum cartridge from its packagin

13910.. Trouble-shooting10. TroubleshootingProblems and SolutionsIf you have any problems with the machine, first refer to the following troubleshoot

Problems and Solutions140Dialing and fax transmission problemsProblem SolutionNo dial tone when you pick up an extension phone connected to the machin

Problems and Solutions14110. Trouble-shootingA distorted image is received at the other end.• Noise on the telephone line may cause distortion. Try se

Problems and Solutions142Copying problemsWhen a fax is received, the size of the printed document image does not match the size of the paper.• Make su

Problems and Solutions14310. Trouble-shootingGeneral problemsProblem SolutionNothing appears in the display.• Make sure the power cord is properly plu

Messages and Signals144Messages and SignalsDisplay messagesADD PAPER Check the printing paper. If the tray is empty, add paper. If there is paper in t

Messages and Signals14510. Trouble-shootingDRUM LIFE OVER This appears when the drum cartridge needs replacement.FAX RX IN MEMORY A fax has been recei

Messages and Signals146Audible signalsREMOVE /BYPASS PAPER(alternating messages)A fax has been received to memory because paper is inserted in the byp

Clearing Paper Jams14710. Trouble-shootingClearing Paper JamsClearing a jammed documentIf the original document doesn’t feed properly during transmiss

Installation131. InstallationConnecting the power cordPlug the power cord into a 120 V, 60 Hz, grounded AC (3-prong) outlet.i Caution: Make sure the s

Clearing Paper Jams1483 Close the auto document feeder cover, pressing down on both sides to make sure it clicks into place.Press down on the marks

Clearing Paper Jams14910. Trouble-shooting1 Press the side cover release ➊ and then open the side cover ➋.2 Push the two heater roller release levers

Clearing Paper Jams1504 If the jammed page cannot be pulled out directly, open the front cover ➊and rotate the white knob ➋ in the direction shown to

Ordering Parts (U.S.A. only)151Ordering Parts (U.S.A. only)To order parts, contact the parts distribution center located nearest you. When ordering a

FCC Regulatory Information152FCC Regulatory InformationThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA.

153S H A R PDate Revised :Date Issued :Sep. 16, 2004MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (1/4)MSDS No. B-1021Section 1. Product and Company Identification

154S H A R PDate Revised :Date Issued :Sep. 16, 2004MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (2/4)MSDS No. B-1021Section 5. Fire-Fighting Measures

155S H A R PDate Revised :Date Issued :Sep. 16, 2004MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (3/4)MSDS No. B-1021Section 10. Stability and Reactivity

156S H A R PDate Revised :Date Issued :Sep. 16, 2004MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (4/4)MSDS No. B-1021Section 12. Ecological Information

157AActivity List, 126Activity List, Auto Print Out, 130Alarm volume, 47Audible signals, 146Auto clear, 48Auto document feederDocument restrictions, 6

Installation14Connecting the telephone line cordInsert one end of the line cord into the socket on the back of the machine marked TEL. LINE. Insert th

Index158KKey tone off, 49LLanguage used in display, 50Letters, entering, 42, 71Line error, 139Line Monitor, 76Loading printing paper, 21MMemory, subst

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Installation151. InstallationImportant:i The facsimile function of this machine is not designed for use on a line which has call waiting, call forward

Installing the Toner Cartridge and Drum Cartridge16Installing the Toner Cartridge and Drum CartridgeThe laser printer in the machine uses a toner cart

Installing the Toner Cartridge and Drum Cartridge171. Installation2 Remove the new drum cartridge from its packaging.3 Insert the drum cartridge into

WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void

Installing the Toner Cartridge and Drum Cartridge185 Grasp the cartridge handle and insert the toner cartridge into the print compartment, sliding it

Installing the Toner Cartridge and Drum Cartridge191. InstallationResetting the drum counterEach time you install a new drum cartridge, follow the ste

Installing the Toner Cartridge and Drum Cartridge20Manually resetting the toner counterWhen a new toner cartridge is installed, the toner counter is r

Loading Printing Paper211. InstallationLoading Printing PaperYou can load up to 250 sheets of letter or legal paper (max. 20 lbs.) in the paper tray.C

Loading Printing Paper224 Replace the output tray.x If you loaded legal size paper (or you changed the paper size), change the paper size setting as e

Installing the Software231. InstallationInstalling the SoftwareTo use the machine as a printer and scanner for your computer, you must install the so

Installing the Software24i To scan a legal size document (the maximum size) at 1200 dpi in full color, at least 1 GB of memory is required. In additio

Installing the Software251. Installation4. Double-click the setup icon ( ) in the CD-ROM window.5. If the Language Selection window appears, select th

Installing the Software267. When the Finish window appears to indicate that the selected packages have been installed, click Close.8. If the installat

Installing the Software271. Installation10. The Search Setup Wizard will appear. Follow the on-screen instructions to create an index database for Sha

1IntroductionWelcome, and thank you for choosing a Sharp MFP! The MFP is a combination monochrome printer, copier, fax, and color scanner. The feature

Installing the Software28Comments:i Do not connect the AM-900 to a hub to which another AM-900 is connected. If this is done, the AM-900 will not oper

Installing the Software291. InstallationSharpdesk online guideFor information on using Sharpdesk, view the Sharpdesk online guide on the CD-ROM. To vi

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network30Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a NetworkIf the computer to which the machine is connecte

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network311. Installation3. The following window will appear. Click Network Setup Wizard to run the wizard.4

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network325. Click OK.Windows 20001. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and select Printers.2. Righ

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network331. InstallationWindows Me1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and select Control Panel.2

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network347. You will be prompted to restart your computer. Click OK to restart.8. Click the Start button, p

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network351. InstallationInstalling the printer driver on the clientsThe printer driver must be installed on

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network364. Select Browse for a printer and click Next.5. Select the AM-900 from the list of shared printer

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network371. Installation3. The following window will appear. Select Network printer and click Next.4. Selec

2Fax specifications*Based on Sharp Standard Chart at standard resolution, excluding time for protocol signals (i.e., ITU-T phase C time only).Scanning

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network38Windows Me1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and select Printers.2. Double-click the A

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network391. Installation6. If the server is running Windows XP or 2000, the dialog box below will appear.

Using the Machine as a Shared Printer on a Network409. The following window will appear. Click Next.10. Select Yes if you would like to use the AM-900

Entering Your Name and Fax Number411. InstallationEntering Your Name and Fax NumberBefore you can begin sending faxes, you must enter your name and fa

Entering Your Name and Fax Number425 Press .6 Enter your name by pressing number keys for each letter as shown in the chart below. Up to 24 characters

Setting the Date and Time431. InstallationSetting the Date and TimeThe date and time appear in the fax mode display and are printed at the top of ever

Setting the Date and Time445 Enter a two-digit number for the day (“01” to “31”).Example: the 5th 6 Enter the year (four digits).Example: 2005

Setting the Date and Time451. Installation1 Make sure that the date and time display of fax mode appears (if needed press ) and then press .2 Press

General Machine Settings46General Machine SettingsRingerLike a telephone, the machine will ring to alert you when a call comes in. To adjust the volum

General Machine Settings471. InstallationAlarm volumeThe machine sounds a three-beep alarm to alert you when an error occurs during fax transmission o

3General specificationsAs a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for produc

General Machine Settings48Auto clearAfter a copy job or fax job is completed, the machine will automatically return all temporary copy settings or all

General Machine Settings491. InstallationKey tone offThe machine normally sounds a beep (key tone) each time you press a key on the operation panel. I

General Machine Settings50Selecting the display languageIf desired, you can change the language used in the display, reports and lists. 1 Press (or

512. Copying2. CopyingMaking a CopyTo make a copy, you can place the original on the document glass or insert it into the auto document feeder.i The

Making a Copy522 Place the original on the document glass or in the auto document feeder.Using the document glass:Open the document glass cover and pl

Making a Copy532. Copyingx Contrast: Medium (bar at mid-point)(Note: The default contrast setting can be changed as explained on page 59.)x E-Sort (co

Selecting Temporary Copy Settings54If MEMORY IS FULL appears...If the memory becomes full while multiple originals are being scanned using the auto do

Selecting Temporary Copy Settings552. CopyingNumber of CopiesIf you wish to make more than one copy of the original (or of each original if you have l

Selecting Temporary Copy Settings56E-Sort (collating sets of copies)To sort the copies as shown below under “Sorted”, first set the number of copies p

Permanent Copy Settings572. CopyingPermanent Copy SettingsThe following copy settings remain in effect until they are changed. These settings do not r

4Important safety information• Do not disassemble this machine or attempt any procedures not described in this manual. Refer all servicing to qualifie

Permanent Copy Settings58Copy resolutionThe copy resolution is initially set to 300 dpi. If you need a sharper image, follow the steps below to change

Permanent Copy Settings592. CopyingDefault copy contrast settingThe default contrast setting (page 55) is medium (this is the setting that is used if

Using the Auto Document Feeder60Using the Auto Document FeederSize and weight of originals that can be fed through the auto document feeder 14 lbs.

Using the Auto Document Feeder612. CopyingOther restrictionsi The scanner cannot recognize yellow, greenish yellow, or light blue ink.i Ink, glue, and

Copying onto Envelopes and Cards622 Insert the document face up into the document feeder. The top edge of the document should enter the feeder first.x

Copying onto Envelopes and Cards632. Copying2 Place the original on the document glass or in the auto document feeder.Using the document glass:Open th

Copying onto Envelopes and Cards644 Insert the sheet or envelope into the bypass tray as shown with the print side face down. x When inserting an enve

653. Sending Faxes3. Sending FaxesSending a FaxFollow the steps below to send a fax. To dial the fax number of the receiving machine, you can either

Sending a Fax662 Place the original on the document glass or in the auto document feeder.Using the document glass:Open the document glass cover and pl

Sending a Fax673. Sending Faxes3 The default temporary fax settings are as follows. To change a setting, see Selecting Temporary Fax Settings on page

5Trademark information• Sharpdesk is a trademark of Sharp Corporation.• Microsoft, Windows and Internet Explorer are trademarks of Microsoft Corporati

Sending a Fax685 Check the display. If the name or number shown is correct, press .x If you made a mistake when entering a number, press to backspa

Sending a Fax693. Sending FaxesUsing the REDIAL keyWhen sending a fax, you can also automatically redial the last number dialed by the machine. Follow

Storing a Number for Speed Dialing701 Make sure that the date and time display of fax mode appears (if needed press ) and then press .2 Press .3 Pres

Storing a Number for Speed Dialing713. Sending Faxes7 Enter a name by pressing number keys for each letter as shown in the chart below. Up to 20 chara

Storing a Number for Speed Dialing729 Press if you want the machine to use Super G3 mode (the fastest transmission mode) when using this number. Pre

Storing a Number for Speed Dialing733. Sending FaxesEditing and deleting auto-dial numbersIf you need to make changes to a previously stored auto-dial

Storing a Number for Speed Dialing748 Press .9 Make the desired changes to the name. x To move the cursor to the right, press . When the cursor is ov

Selecting Temporary Fax Settings753. Sending FaxesSelecting Temporary Fax SettingsYou can adjust one or more of the following temporary fax settings b

Selecting Temporary Fax Settings76Duplex ScanDuplex Scan provides a convenient method for faxing multiple two-sided originals using the auto document

Other Fax Transmission Settings773. Sending FaxesOther Fax Transmission SettingsChecking and canceling stored fax jobsFollow the steps below to check

6Table of ContentsA Look at the Operation Panel 81. Installation 10Unpacking Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Other Fax Transmission Settings78Automatic redialing when the line is busyIf you use Direct Keypad Dialing, Speed Dialing, or Search Dialing to send a

Other Fax Transmission Settings793. Sending FaxesRecall times for automatic redialing when the line is busyIf desired, you can change the maximum numb

Other Fax Transmission Settings80Automatic redialing after a line errorIf you use Direct Keypad Dialing, Speed Dialing or Search Dialing to send a fax

Other Fax Transmission Settings813. Sending FaxesRecall times for automatic redialing after a line error occursYou can select “0” or “1” for the numbe

Other Fax Transmission Settings821 Make sure that the date and time display of fax mode appears (if needed press ) and then press .2 Press .3 Press .

Using an Extension Phone to Send a Fax833. Sending FaxesDefault Line Monitor settingThe default setting for Line Monitor (listening to the line and fa

Using an Extension Phone to Send a Fax842 Place the original on the document glass or in the auto document feeder.x If the document glass is used, onl

Broadcasting (Sending a Fax to Multiple Destinations)853. Sending FaxesBroadcasting (Sending a Fax to Multiple Destinations)This function allows you t

Broadcasting (Sending a Fax to Multiple Destinations)866 Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for each of the other destinations to which you wish to send the fax (ma

Broadcasting (Sending a Fax to Multiple Destinations)873. Sending FaxesStoring numbers in a GroupGroups allow you to send a fax to a group of fax mach

75. Special Fax Functions 98Distinctive Ring (Requires Subscription to Service) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission) .

Broadcasting (Sending a Fax to Multiple Destinations)887 Repeat Steps 5 and 6 for each of the other destinations that you want to include in the Group

Timer Transmission893. Sending Faxes7 Press repeatedly to exit.Timer TransmissionThe Timer function allows you to store a fax job to be transmitted

Timer Transmission906 Press to select SET.x Note which Timer number (Timer 1, 2, 3, or 4) appears in the display. This is the number of the Timer jo

Timer Transmission913. Sending Faxes11 Select a destination using one of the methods below:x Press , enter the 2-digit Speed Dial number of the desti

Timer Transmission92Canceling a timer jobIf you need to cancel a timer job before it is performed, follow the steps below.i You will need to know the

934. Receiving Faxes4. Receiving FaxesSelecting the Reception ModeThe machine has two modes for receiving faxes:FAX ONLY mode:Select this mode when y

Using FAX ONLY Mode94Using FAX ONLY ModeWhen the reception mode is set to FAX ONLY, the machine will automatically answer all calls on one ring and re

Using EXT. TEL Mode954. Receiving FaxesUsing EXT. TEL ModeWhen the reception mode is set to EXT. TEL, you must answer all calls (even faxes) by pickin

Using EXT. TEL Mode96Reception RatioThe machine has been set at the factory to automatically reduce the size of received documents to fit the size of

Substitute Reception to Memory974. Receiving FaxesSubstitute Reception to MemoryIn situations where printing is not possible, such as when the machine