(Note for FO-10: This function is not feeder available) 64 levels Haftone (grayscale) Note: This fascismile machine is Year 2000 compliant. *Based on ITU-T Test Chart #1 at standard resolution in Sharp special mode, excluding time for protocol signals (i.e., ITU-T phase C time only).
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16-digit LCD display Display MR, MH, Sharp (H2) Compression scheme Applicable telephone line Public switched telephone network ITU-T (CCITT) G3 mode Compatibility Input document size Automatic feeding: Width: 148 to 216 mm Length: 140 to 297 mm Manual feeding: Width: 148 to 216 mm...
As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.
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• Never insert objects of any kind into slots or openings on the machine. This could create a risk of fire or electric shock. If an object falls into the machine that you cannot remove, unplug the machine and consult a qualified service representative. •...
1. Installation Unpacking Checklist Before setting up, If any are missing, make sure you have contact your dealer or all of the following retailer. items. Original document support Handset Operation manual Handset lead Fax paper Telephone (Sample roll) line cord Paper roll Paper shaft shims...
START SPEAKER 10/POLL Rapid Dial Keys Press one of these keys to dial a fax number automatically. Note for FO-10: Rapid Key Dialling is not avaiable Display This displays messages and prompts during operation and programming. FUNCTION key Press this key to select various special functions.
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A Look at the Operation Panel SPEED DIAL key Press this key to dial a fax or voice number using an abbreviated 2- digit Speed Dial number. REDIAL key Press this key to automatically redial the last number dialed. START key Press this key to begin transmission when using Speed Dialing, Direct Keypad Dialing, or Normal Dialing.
Connections Connections Points to keep in mind when setting up Do not place the machine in Do not place the machine near direct sunlight. heaters or air conditioners. Keep dust away from the Keep the area around the machine. machine clear. About condensation If the machine is moved from a cold to a warm place, it is possible that condensation may form on the scanning glass, preventing proper...
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Connections Connecting the Handset Connect the handset as shown and place it on the handset rest. ♦ The ends of the handset cord are identical, so they will go into either socket. Make sure the handset cord goes into the socket marked with a handset symbol on the side of the machine! Use the handset to...
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Removing the packing paper Grasp the finger hold and open the operation panel. Flip up the front paper guide. Note: Do not peel off or bend this strip of film. FO-10 FO-70 FO-50 Remove the packing paper.. FO-70 FO-10/FO-50 Flip down the front paper guide and...
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Connections Connecting the power cord Plug the power cord into a 220-240 V, 50/60 Hz, grounded AC outlet. Caution: The mains outlet (socket-outlet) should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessable. The machine does not have a power on/off switch, so the power is turned on and off by simply plugging in or unplugging the power cord.
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Connections Connecting the telephone line cord Insert one end of the line cord into the socket on the back of the machine marked TEL. LINE. Insert the other end into a wall telephone socket. Note: The fax machine is set for tone dialling. If you are on a pulse dial line, you must set the fax machine for pulse dialling.
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Connections Attaching the original document support Attach the original document support as shown below. Extension phone (optional) If desired, you can connect an extension phone to the TEL. SET socket on the fax. ♦ To connect an answering machine to your fax, see Chapter 6, Answering Machine Connection.
Grasp the finger hold as shown and pull up to open the operation panel. Flip up the front paper guide. FO-70 FO-10 FO-50 Press the knob to make sure the front side of the metal guide is down.
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Loading the Thermal Paper Place the paper roll shims on each side of the paper compartment. • The ribbed side of the shims should face in (toward each other). Unwrap the roll of thermal paper and insert the paper shaft. Place the roll of thermal paper in the compartment, making sure the ends of the rod fit into the notches on each...
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Continue to push the paper through the slot until it comes out the opening in the front of the machine. Make sure the paper comes out straight, and then flip down the paper guide. FO-10 FO-70 FO-50...
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To assure a long life for your fax and obtain the best reproduction quality, we recommend that you use the following Sharp thermal paper, which is available from your dealer or retailer: FO-20PRw THERMAL PAPER (30 m roll) The use of any other paper may result in poor copy quality and excessive build-up of residue on the head.
Entering Your Name and Fax Number Entering Your Name and Fax Number Before you can begin using Once you enter this your fax machine, you must information, it will enter your name and fax automatically appear at the (telephone) number. You top of each fax page you also need to set the date send.
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Entering Your Name and Fax Number Press the # key twice. The display will show: OWN NUMBER SET Press the START key. START The display will show: ENTER FAX # Enter your fax number by pressing the number keys (max. of 20 digits). •...
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Up to 24 characters can be entered. SPEAKER Example: SHARP = 77777 444 22 7777 SPACE = ♦ To enter two letters in succession that require the same key, press the SPEAKER key after entering the first letter.
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Entering Your Name and Fax Number Press the START key. START The display will show: DATE & TIME SET Press the STOP key to return to the STOP date and time display.
Setting the Date and Time Setting the Date and Time The date and time appear in the display and reports, and are printed at the top of every page you transmit. Set the date and time by pressing the keys on the operation panel as shown below.
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Setting the Date and Time Press the START key. START • The currently set date will appear in the display. Enter a two-digit number for the day (“01” to “31”). Example: the 5th Enter a two-digit number for the month (“01” for January, “02” for February, “12”...
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Setting the Date and Time Press the START key to start the clock. START Press the STOP key to return to the STOP date and time display. Note: This fax machine is Year 2000 compliant.
Setting the Reception Mode Setting the Reception Mode Your fax machine has four modes for receiving incoming calls and faxes: TEL mode: Select this mode when you want to receive both phone calls and faxes on the fax machine. All calls, including faxes, must be answered by picking up the fax machine’s handset.
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Setting the Reception Mode Setting the reception mode Make sure the document feeder is empty. document Press the RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE key until the arrow in the display points to the desired mode. TEL FAX TEL/FAX A.M. SPEED DIAL VOLUME REDIAL POLL STOP...
Volume Adjustment Volume Adjustment You can adjust the volume of the speaker and the ringer using the VOLUME key. VOLUME key TEL FAX TEL/FAX A.M. SPEED DIAL VOLUME REDIAL POLL STOP HOLD/ PQRS WXYZ FUNCTION SEARCH RESOLUTION/ COPY/ RECEPTION MODE SPEAKER START HELP...
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Volume Adjustment Ringer Press the VOLUME key to select the desired volume. (Make sure the SPEAKER key has not been pressed VOLUME and the handset is not lifted.) The display will show: RINGER: MIDDLE RINGER: HIGH RINGER OFF: OK? RINGER: LOW If you want to turn off the ringer, continue to press the VOLUME key until RINGER OFF: OK? appears in...
2. Sending Documents Transmittable Documents Size and weight The size and weight of documents that you can load in the document feeder depend on whether you load one page at a time or several pages at once. Loading one page at a time: 216 mm Minimum Maximum...
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Transmittable Documents Note: Letters or graphics on the edges of a document will not be scanned. Letters in the 5 mm shaded area will not be scanned. 4 mm 4 mm 5 mm Other restrictions ♦ The scanner cannot recognize yellow, greenish yellow, or light blue ink.
Up to 5 pages can be placed in the feeder at one time. The pages will automatically feed into the machine starting from the bottom page. FO-10: Only one page can be loaded at a time. ♦ If you need to send or copy more than 5 pages, place the additional pages gently and carefully in the feeder just before the last page is scanned.
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Loading the Document Adjust the resolution and/or contrast RESOLUTION/ settings (if desired) as explained in RECEPTION MODE the section Resolution and Contrast, then dial the receiving machine as explained in Sending a Fax by Normal Dialing. Removing a document from the feeder If you need to remove a document from the feeder, open the...
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Loading the Document Remove the document. Close the operation panel. • Press down on both front corners of the panel to make sure it clicks into place.
Adjusting the Resolution and Contrast Adjusting the Resolution and Contrast If desired, you can adjust the resolution and contrast before sending a document. You must adjust the The default resolution settings each time you setting is STANDARD don’t want to use the and the default contrast default settings.
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Adjusting the Resolution and Contrast Load the document(s). • The document must be loaded before the resolution and contrast can be adjusted. Press the RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE key one or more times until the desired resolution and contrast settings STANDARD :AUTO appear in the display.
Sending a Fax by Normal Dialing Sending a Fax by Normal Dialing With Normal Dialing, you pick up the handset (or press the SPEAKER key) and dial by pressing the number keys. ♦ If a person answers, you can talk with them through the handset before sending the fax.
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Sending a Fax by Normal Dialing Wait for the connection. Depending on the setting of the receiving machine, you will either hear a Beep facsimile reception tone or the other person will answer. • If the other party answers, ask them to press their Start key (if you pressed the SPEAKER key, pick up the handset to speak with them).
♦ To use Automatic Dialing, you must first store the full fax or tele- phone number in your fax machine. ♦ When you store a fax or telephone number, you select a two-digit Speed Dial number for it. 40 (FO-10: 10)Speed Dial numbers are available. Speed Dial numbers 01...
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(01 to 05 for Rapid Key Dialing, 06 to 40 (Example) (FO-10: 01 to 10) for Speed Dialing). Enter the fax or voice number by pressing the number keys. (Note: A space cannot be entered.) (Example) •...
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Step 7.) SPACE = SPEAKER Example: SHARP = 77777 444 22 7777 ♦ To clear a mistake, press the SPEED DIAL key. ♦ To enter two letters in succession that require the same key, press the SPEAKER key after entering the first letter.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialing Return to Step 3 to store another STOP number, or press the STOP key to Step 3 or return to the date and time display. Chain Dialing for area and access codes You can also store an area code or access code in a Rapid Key or Speed Dial number.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialing Press the START key. START Return to Step 3 to clear another STOP number, or press the STOP key to Step 3 or return to the date and time display. Making changes To make changes in a number previously stored, repeat the programming procedure.
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If the number you want to dial has been stored for Automatic Dialling as a Speed Dial number from 01 to 05, you can dial it by pressing the corresponding Rapid Key. Note for FO-10: Rapid Key Dialling is not avaiable Load the document(s). The display will show: READY TO SEND •...
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Speed Dialling Speed Dialling can be used to dial any number that has been stored for Automatic Dialling. Load the document(s). The display will show: READY TO SEND • Set the resolution and/or contrast if desired.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Direct Keypad Dialling You can also enter a full number with the number keys and then press the START key to begin dialling. You can use this method to dial a full number when you don’t need to speak to the other party before faxing.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Searching for an auto-dial number If you don’t remember the Rapid Key or Speed Dial number in which you have programmed a particular fax number, you can search for the number by following the steps below. Once you have found the number, you can dial and transmit the loaded document by simply pressing the START key.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Press the # key or the * key to scroll through the names (numbers if you pressed 0). Stop when the desired name appears in the display. • If no names have been stored that begin with the entered letter, you will scroll from the next name, in alphabetical order, in the list.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Transaction Report The Transaction Report is printed automatically after you send or receive a fax to allow you to check whether the transaction was successful. Your fax machine is set at the factory to print the report only when an error occurs.
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Sending a Fax by Automatic Dialling Explanation of headings The fax number of the other machine involved in the SENDER/ RECEIVER transaction. If this machine does not have an ID function, the communication mode will appear (for example, "G3"). PAGES Number of pages transmitted or received.
3. Receiving Documents Using TEL/FAX Mode Press the RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE key until the arrow in the display points to TEL/FAX. RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE TEL/FAX A.M. When the reception mode is set to TEL/FAX, your fax machine automatically answers all calls on two rings. After answering, your fax monitors the line for about five seconds to see if a fax tone is being sent.
Using FAX Mode Using FAX Mode To select FAX mode, press the RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE key until the arrow in the display points to FAX. RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE A.M. TEL/FAX When the reception mode is set to FAX, the fax machine will automatically answer all calls on two rings and receive incoming faxes.
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Using FAX Mode Changing the number of rings If desired, you can change the number of rings on which the fax machine answers incoming calls in FAX and FAX/TEL modes. Any number from 2 to 5 can be selected. Press these keys: FUNCTION The display will show: NUMBER OF RINGS...
Using TEL Reception Mode Using TEL Reception Mode To select TEL mode, press the RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE key until the arrow in the display points to TEL. RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE A.M. TEL/FAX When the reception mode is set to TEL, you must answer all calls by picking up the fax machine’s handset or an extension phone connected to the same line.
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Using TEL Reception Mode If the other party first speaks with you and then wants to send a fax, press the START key after speaking. (Press your START key before the sender presses their Start key.) • When RECEIVING appears in the display, hang up.
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Using TEL Reception Mode If the fax doesn't respond, or if the other party first talks to you and then wants to send a fax, press 5, *, and * on the extension phone (only on a tone dial phone). This signals the fax to begin reception.
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Using TEL Reception Mode STOP Press the STOP key to return to the date and time display. Fax Signal Receive Your fax will automatically begin reception if you hear a high-pitched fax tone after answering a call on your fax or an extension phone. If you use a computer fax modem to send documents on the same line, you must turn this function off in order to prevent your fax from mistakenly attempting to receive documents from the computer fax...
4. Making Copies Your fax machine can also be used to make copies. ♦ You can use this function to make a sample copy of a document before faxing to see if the resolution or contrast needs adjustment. Load the document. The display will show: READY TO SEND •...
5. Making Telephone Calls Your fax machine can be used like a regular telephone to make and receive voice calls. ♦ To make or receive a voice call, the power must be on. Pick up the handset or press the SPEAKER key.
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Making Telephone Calls Chain Dialing After lifting the handset, you can dial any combination of Normal Dialing, Rapid Key Dialing and Speed Dialing numbers. For example, if you have stored an area code or an access code for a special service in a Rapid Key, you can press the Rapid Key for that area code or access code, then dial the remainder of the number by pressing a Rapid Key, pressing number keys, or pressing the SPEED DIAL key...
6. Answering Machine Connection Connecting an Answering Machine If desired, you can connect an answering machine to your fax machine's TEL. SET socket. This will allow you to receive both voice messages and faxes when you are out. Remove the seal covering the TEL. SET socket.
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Connecting an Answering Machine Changing the outgoing message The outgoing message (OGM) of your answering machine should be changed to inform callers who want to send a fax to press their Start key. For example, your message might go as follows: "Hello.
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Connecting an Answering Machine ♦ If your answering machine has a toll saver function, make sure that it will answer by the fourth ring. Note: If your answering machine has a remote retrieval function, make sure the code used to activate remote retrieval is different from the code used to activate fax reception with an extension telephone (see Chapter 3, Receiving Documents).
Optional A.M. Mode Settings Optional A.M. Mode Settings If necessary, you can use the following settings to improve the response of the answering machine connection to incoming calls. Quiet Detect Time This function causes the fax machine to take over the line and begin reception if a certain duration of silence is detected after the answering machine answers.
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Optional A.M. Mode Settings To change the setting, follow the steps below. Press these keys: FUNCTION The display will show: QUIET DETECT TM. Enter a number from 01 to 10, or enter 00 to turn off the function. (Example) Press the STOP key to return to the STOP date and time display.
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Optional A.M. Mode Settings Fax when Answering machine Fails When this function is turned on, your fax will answer the call after 5 rings if the answering machine for some reason fails to answer before that time. This ensures that you will receive fax messages even if the answering machine’s tape fills up or the answering machine is not turned on.
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Optional A.M. Mode Settings Quiet Detect Start Time This setting can be used to delay the start of the Quiet Detect Time function. For example, if you want to insert a pause at the begining of your answering machine’s outgoing message to ensure clear detection of fax signals, you can use this setting to delay the start of silence detection so that the pause will not cause the fax to take over the line.
7. Special Functions Caller ID (Requires Subscription to Service) If you subscribe to a caller identification service from your telephone company, you can set your fax machine to display the name and number of the caller while the fax rings. Important: ♦...
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Caller ID Press 1 to turn on Caller ID, or 2 to turn it off. Press the STOP key to return to the STOP date and time display.
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Caller ID How Caller ID operates When you receive a call, the name and phone number of the caller will alternately appear in the display, beginning just before the second ring. The information will continue to be displayed until the line is disconnected.
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Caller ID Viewing the Caller ID list If you subscribe to a Caller ID service and have turned on the Caller ID function, your fax machine will keep information on the most recent 20 calls and faxes you have received. You can view this information, which consists of the name and number of each caller, in the Caller ID List.
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Caller ID • If you want to make a voice call, pick up the handset or press the SPEAKER key. Dialing will begin automatically. (If you pressed the SPEAKER key, pick up the handset when the other party answers.) Press the STOP key when you have STOP finished viewing the list.
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Caller ID Press 1 to enter a number, or 2 to clear CLEAR a number. (If you pressed 2, go to Step 4.) Enter the phone number, including the area code, by pressing the number keys (max. of 20 digits). Press the START key and then the STOP STOP key.
Duplex Ringing Duplex Ringing (Requires Subscription to Service) Important: ♦ Duplex Ringing can only be used by Homefax 2 and Faxline 2 sub- scribers. Do not turn on Duplex Ringing if you are on a normal line, as the fax machine will not operate properly. ♦...
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Duplex Ringing Press “1“(YES) to turn Duplex Ringing on, or “2”(NO) to turn it off. Press the STOP key to return to the STOP date and time display.
Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes The Anti Junk Fax function allows you to block reception of faxes from parties which you specify. This saves paper by not printing out unwanted "junk" faxes. To use this function, enter the fax numbers from which you do not want to receive faxes as shown below.
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Blocking Reception of Unwanted Faxes Entering: Enter a 1-digit number from “1” to “5” with the numeric keys. This number identifies the fax number that you will enter in the next step. (Example) Clearing: Enter the 1-digit number that identifies the fax number you want to clear, and go to Step 6.
In other words, the receiving fax machine, not the transmitting fax machine, initiates the transmission. Note for FO-10: Polling is not avaiable To use the polling function, you must first set Rapid Key E/POLL for use as a polling key.
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Polling (Requesting a Fax Transmission) Requesting transmission Note: Rapid Dial Keys cannot be used for polling. To dial a Rapid Dial location, press the SPEED DIAL key and then enter the 2-digit number corresponding to the Rapid Key. Dial the fax machine you want to poll using one of the following methods: •...
8. Printing Lists You can print the Telephone Number List showing the fax/telephone numbers you have stored for automatic dialing, and the Anti Junk Number List showing the numbers you are blocking. To print a list, follow the steps below. Press the FUNCTION key and 2.
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Printing Lists Telephone Number List This list shows the fax numbers that have been programmed for automatic dialing. Anti Junk Number List This list shows the numbers from which reception is not allowed.
9. Maintenance Cleaning the scanning glass and rollers Clean the scanning glass and rollers frequently to ensure the quality of your transmitted images and copies. Grasp the finger hold and pull up to open the operation panel. Flip up the green levers on each side of the white roller.
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Maintenance Flip down the green levers on each side of the white roller. Flip up the front paper guide and wipe the roller under it. Flip down the front paper guide. Close the operation panel. • Press down on both front corners of the panel to make sure it clicks into place.
10. Troubleshooting Problems and Solutions Line error Problem Solution LINE ERROR appears in Try the transaction again. If the error persists, check the display. the following: • Check the connection. The cord from the TEL. LINE socket to the wall socket should be no longer than six feet.
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Problems and Solutions Dialling and transmission problems Problem Solution No dial tone when you • Make sure the handset cord is connected to the pick up the handset. correct socket. See Connecting the handset in Connections in Chapter 1. Dialling is not possible. •...
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Problems and Solutions Reception and copying problems Problem Solution The fax machine doesn’t • Make sure that the reception mode is set to FAX. If receive documents you subscribe to a Duplex Ringing service, make automatically. sure that the Duplex Ringing function is set to the correct ring pattern.
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Problems and Solutions The quality of copies is • Any dirt or material on the scanning glass will poor and/or black spots cause spots to appear on copies and transmitted appear. faxes. Clean the scanning glass as explained in Chapter 9. Reception/copying is •...
Problems and Solutions General problems Problem Solution Nothing appears in the • Make sure the power cord is properly plugged into display. a power outlet. • Connect another electrical appliance to the outlet to see if it has power. The machine does not •...
Messages and Signals Messages and Signals Display messages Note: If you have turned on the Caller ID function, see Caller ID in Chapter 7 for display messages related to Caller ID. CHECK PAPER The thermal paper is jammed or isn’t loaded properly. Remove and reload the paper.
Messages and Signals ON HOOK DIAL The SPEAKER key has been pressed and the fax machine is waiting for you to dial. OUT OF PAPER You have run out of thermal paper. Load a new roll of thermal paper as explained in Loading the Thermal Paper in Chapter 1.
Clearing Paper Jams Clearing Paper Jams Clearing a jammed document If the original document doesn’t feed properly during transmission or copying, or DOCUMENT JAMMED appears in the display, first try pressing the START key. If the document doesn’t feed out, open the operation panel and remove it.
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Clearing Paper Jams Flip down the green levers on each side of the white roller. Close the operation panel, making sure it clicks into place. • Press down on both front corners of the panel to make sure it clicks into place.
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Clearing Paper Jams Flip up the front paper guide FO-70 FO-10 FO-50 Press the knob to make sure the front side of the metal guide is down. Remove the paper roll. • For FO-70 only: Remove any cut pieces of paper from the paper compartment.
Quick Reference Guide Entering Your Name and Setting the Date and Time Number FUNCTION 1. Press: FUNCTION 1. Press: Display shows: DATE & TIME SET Display shows: OWN NUMBER SET 2. Press: START 2. Press: START 3. Enter two digits for the day (01 to 31). 3.
Beep START Rapid Key Dialing Press the appropriate Rapid Key. Transmission will begin automatically. RECEIVING (Note for FO-10: Rapid Key Dialling is not avaiable.) Speed Dialing TEL/FAX mode: The fax machine automatically answers on the set number of SPEED 1. Press: DIAL rings and receives faxes.
Index Housing, cleaning Anti Junk Fax Anti Junk Number List Jams, clearing Audible signals Auto-dial numbers, storing Letters, entering Line error Caller ID Loading paper Chain Dialing Loading the document Contrast Copies, making Normal Dialing Number of rings in FAX reception mode Date, setting Dial mode Dialing...
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Index Scanning glass, cleaning TEL reception mode Search Dial TEL. LINE jack Sender’s name and number, entering TEL/FAX reception mode Tel/Fax Remote Number Speaker volume Telephone line cord Speed Dialing Telephone Number List Thermal paper Time, setting...
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• • STANDARD :AUTO FINE :AUTO SUPER FINE:AUTO HALF TONE :AUTO RESOLUTION/ RECEPTION MODE STANDARD :DARK FINE :DARK SUPER FINE:DARK HALF TONE :DARK...
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READY TO SEND • RESOLUTION RECEPTION MODE SPEAKER...
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FUNCTION FUNCTION DATE & TIME SET OWN NUMBER SET START START • • STOP START START FUNCTION • SPACE = FAX/TEL # MODE START • STOP START STOP START...
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05 NOV 10:30 TEL/FAX A.M. RESOLUTION RECEPTION MODE 05 NOV 10:30 TEL/FAX A.M. 05 NOV 10:30 TEL/FAX A.M. SPEAKER 05 NOV 10:30 TEL/FAX A.M. START START RECEIVING SPEED DIAL START...
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