Sharp AR-M201

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SERVICE MANUAL
CONTENTS
SHARP CORPORATION
CODE: 00ZAR203E/S2E
DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL
SYSTEM/DIGITAL COPIER
AR-203E
AR-203E X
AR-M200
AR-M201
MODEL AR-5420
(The descriptions of the AR-203E X are same as
those of the AR-203E unless otherwise specified.)
[1] GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1
[2] SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1
[3] CONSUMABLE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1
[4] EXTERNAL VIEWS AND INTERNAL STRUCTURES . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1
[5] UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1
[6] COPY PROCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 1
[7] OPERATIONAL DESCRIPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1
[8] DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 1
[9] ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 1
[10] SIMULATION, TROUBLE CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 1
[11] MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 - 1
[12] USER PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 1
[13] ELECTRICAL SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 1
[14] FIRMWARE DOWNLOAD PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 1

Sharp AR-M201 Specifications

General

Brand	Sharp
Model	AR-M201
Category	Copier
Language	English

Summary

General

Major Functions

Details the configurations and descriptions of various functions provided by the copier models.

Specifications

Basic Specifications

Outlines fundamental physical and dimensional details of the copier models.

Operation Specifications

Details the specifications related to operational aspects like paper feed, scanning, and image forming.

Consumable Parts

Supply System Table

Lists consumable items like toner cartridges, developers, and drum kits with their product names and packing forms.

External Views and Internal Structures

Appearance

Provides visual representations and labeling of the external components of the copier.

Internal

Illustrates the internal layout and identifies key internal parts and mechanisms of the copier.

Unpacking and Installation

Copier Installation

Guides on proper placement and environmental considerations for installing the copier unit.

Cautions on Handling

Provides essential safety warnings and precautions to be observed when handling the copier.

Checking Packed Components and Accessories

Details the procedure for verifying that all expected components and accessories are present upon unpacking.

Copy Process

Functional Diagram

Presents a visual representation of the internal workflow and processes involved in copying.

Operational Descriptions

Outline of Operation

Provides a basic overview of the copier's operational flow, covering copy, printer, and scanner functions.

Scanner Section

Details the components and working principles of the copier's scanner unit, including optical and drive systems.

Disassembly and Assembly

High Voltage Section

Details the procedures for disassembling and assembling the high voltage components for service.

Adjustments

Optical Section

Covers adjustments related to the optical system, including magnification ratio and image position.

Simulation, Trouble Codes

Entering the Simulation Mode

Explains how to access the simulation mode for diagnostics and adjustments.

Maintenance

Maintenance Table

Lists maintenance tasks, parts, and their required actions (check, clean, adjust, lubricate) based on usage intervals.

User Program

Functions That Can Be Set With User Programs

Outlines various functions and parameters that can be customized by users through the program settings.

Electrical Section

Block Diagram

Presents the overall electrical architecture and component interconnections of the system.

Firmware Download Procedures

Initial Setting (Serial Number Setting Procedures)

Details the initial setup required on the PC, including serial number assignment, before firmware download.