Sharp AR-M300N. All in One Printer User Manual


 
PRINT
THE HIGH
PERFORMANCE
PRINTER FOR
TODAY'S OFFICES
Whether it’s multiple short-run jobs or
voluminous print jobs, the intelligent
AR-M300U and AR-M300N deliver
printing of the highest standard.
By installing options, you can enjoy
the expanded functionality of
TCP/IP-based network printing
(standard on AR-M300N).
The AR-M300's convenient features
ensure smooth, uninterrupted
operation, while its modular options
enhance productivity. Finally, the
printing solution you've been
looking for.
High Performance Printing
High-Speed
Printing &
Data Processing
The AR-M300 boasts
a continuous print rate
of 31 ppm, ensuring
speedy and efficient
printing. The secret of high-speed printing on
the AR-M300 is its 64-bit RISC 200MHz
processor, which allows even memory-
intensive graphics documents to be
processed promptly.
600dpi Crisp and Clear Documents
The AR-M300's laser printer engine produces
razor-sharp images and crisp, legible text at
600dpi resolution. Employing digital
smoothing technology further enhances the
resolution to the equivalent of 1200dpi. The
AR-M300 comes complete with Photo Mode
for detailed, fine-grained reproductions of
photographs and halftone images. Superb
quality print jobs that make your work look
even better.
Compatible with HP™ PCL
®
6 and
PostScript
®
3*
1
Not only is the AR-M300 compatible with
HP™ PCL
®
6, but, with the optional PS3
Expansion Kit, it can also handle the latest
PDL, PostScript
®
3. The AR-M300 effortlessly
manages even the most sophisticated
documents.
Duplex Printing*
1
Efficient and economical document creation is
yours with the AR-M300. Doing away with
bulky files, duplex printing halves filing space
and paper costs.
Convenient Print Functions
Priority Printing*
1
In the Job Status Mode, the operation panel
displays a list of all jobs, whether copying,
printing, scanning or faxing. See at a glance
which job is in progress and where your job
is in the queue. You can also change the
print queue order with one touch of the LCD
screen. Urgent jobs can receive priority,
meaning you don't have to wait until other
jobs are finished.
*
1
Options required
Job Control Function*
1
The AR-M300 can hold your printing job in
the optional hard disk drive, giving you a host
of printing conveniences.
Print Hold: With the Job Control Function,
store your print job in the optional hard disk
drive. When you want the documents, go to
the AR-M300 and print them directly from
its memory.
Confidential Print: The Job Control Function
also has a pass code setting to keep your
sensitive documents away from prying
eyes. Before printing the secure documents
the AR-M300 will require verification.
Proof Print: The AR-M300 allows you to
check your work before printing it. Print a
sample copy of the document, proofread it,
and avoid problems of misprinting when
doing large print runs.
Powerful Networking
Smooth, Seamless Network Printing
(Optional on AR-M300U, standard on AR-M300N)
With the Printer Expansion Kit and Print
Server Card, the AR-M300 can support both
100Base-TX and 10Base-T networks. Heavy
network traffic is no problem for the AR-M300
– get used to a smooth flow of documents in
your networked office. The AR-M300 also
handles mixed-OS environments with ease.
(With optional PostScript
®
3)
It supports any combination of
Windows
®
95/98/Me, WindowsNT
®
4.0,
Windows
®
2000, Windows
®
XP and
Macintosh
®
OS 8.5.1 upwards. No more
cross-platform hassles.
Printer Administration Utility
This handy utility software allows network
administrators to check the printing status or
change the IP address directly from the print
server's monitor.
Stay Informed on Printer Status
The Printer Status Monitor keeps you informed
on the AR-M300's operating conditions.
Find out immediately the available paper type,
size and quantity and
know whether the
AR-M300 is ready for
your print job.