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AR-235/275

W ELCOME TO THE S HARP N ETWORKPLACE
A new environment where the network and workplace intersectlinking multiple digital technologies that transform the workplaceand create more business power, more convenience, and greater productivity. Where people are empowered to combine their knowledge and intelligence, to build upon each others ideas.

C O P Y P R I N T

Central to the swift operation of the Networkplace is Sharps Advanced Digital Document System, the Imager. With digital copy, print, scan, fax, and document finishing capabilities, it provides simpler and faster ways to access, produce, change, process, and distribute documents. All to raise productivity and your documents to a whole new level.

S C A N F A X

THE SHARP AR-235/275 IMAGER
DELIVERS ADVANCED FEATURES FOR INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY
Designed for busy workgroups and office enterprises, the AR-235/275 Imager offers the advanced digital technology needed to meet the challenges of todays demanding business environment. This multi-faceted performer delivers an impressive array of standard features with the ability to add multifunctional capabilities as your business grows. With innovative modular options, you can transform the AR-235/275 Imager into a networkable document management system with network printing, scanning, scan to e-mail, fax, and finishing capabilities. With all these versatile features, proven performance, and Sharps award-winning reliability, the AR-235/275 Imager delivers the functionality your business needs todaywith the flexibility youll need tomorrow.
Many office workgroups would choose the Sharp AR-235/275 Imager for its copier performance alone. When you consider that it can also handle all the network printing, network scanning and finishing needs of a busy workgroup at the same time, the Sharp AR-235/275 Imager is the clear choice.
CHANGE THE WAY YOUR OFFICE WORKS WITH ADVANCED DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY FROM SHARP
An efficient performer At a quick 23/27 copies per minute, the AR-235/275 Imager can keep up with even the busiest workgroups. With a total online paper capacity of 2,100 sheets and standard 32 MB memory (expandable to 272 MB), the AR-235/275 Imager can handle large copy and print jobs with ease. Even automatic feeding wont slow you down with the optional 30-sheet R-SPF (Reversing Single Pass Feeder) or the optional Single Pass Feeder. Outstanding image quality The AR-235/275 Imagers digital engine produces output at true 1200 dpi resolution for prints with exceptional clarity and detail. With 256 shades of grayscale, the AR-235/275 Imager produces exceptional renditions of photographs, illustrations and graphics. It even offers a mode to optimize output from combined photos and text. The AR-235/275 Imager also produces multiple page sets in a snap. Each set is output as soon as printing is completed, so theres no need to wait for the entire job to print to view a completed set. And since there are no sorter bins to empty, there is virtually no limit to the size of the set, or the number of sets you can create. Enhanced office functionality with network connectivity The Sharp AR-235/275 Imager wont come up short even against the fastest growing needs. The modular design of the AR-235/275 Imager allows you to add fax, scanning, and desktop print capabilities, providing seamless office integration and versatility enabling your office to operate more efficiently. You can easily transform the AR-235/275 Imager into an efficient network printer with the optional AR-P11 print controller. The high-performance laser engine produces prints at 1200 dpi resolution for ultra crisp text and incredibly detailed 256-level grayscale images. With scan once, print many technology, the AR-235/275 Imager digitally scans your originals in one passimproving productivity and saving valuable time. Plus, with the convenience of network connectivity, you can print right from your desktop. Efficient network scanning and convenient faxing Add even more functionality to your office workflow with the optional AR-NS2 Network Scanner Expansion Kit and AR-NC5J Network Card. In seconds, easily scan documents to your e-mail, desktop or to file for seamless document transmission between users and platforms. A scan resolution of 600 dpi produces crisp, sharp text and graphics. And with scan-to-e-mail technology, you can instantly post scanned documents to your web browser or transfer over the internet at the touch of a button! With a 33.6 Kbps modem, JBIG compression, and delayed transmission,the AR-235/275 Imager makes network scanning and faxing convenient and efficient.
v The optional Finisher/Sorter with Offset Stacking and Stapling allows you to collate and staple multiplepage documents.
Whats more, simply add the optional Job Separator Tray for easy retrieval of separate fax and print jobs. Advanced finishing for the ultimate in convenience The AR-235/275 Imager offers advanced finishing capabilities to make your documents look professional. The optional AR-FN5 finisher/sorter offers automated document assembly for highproductivity environments. Collating, sorting and stapling are completed automatically all you have to do is pick up your finished sets from the tray. Plus, you can access finishing functions right from the convenience of your desktop PCputting productivity at your fingertips!

v Load up to 2,000 sheets of statement to ledger-size paper in the adjustable drawers for maximum efficiency.

CONTROL PANEL

USER-FRIENDLY
The easy-to-use LCD panel easily guides users through features and options with simple prompts. The animated display logically leads you step by step through the selections. To avoid costly mistakes, you can easily confirm your selections with the touch of a key before you begin printing.
INNOVATIVE MODULAR DESIGN MAKES IT EASY TO TRANSFORM THE AR-235/275 IMAGER INTO A COMPLETE DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT SOLUTION.
Network Printing & Connectivity
Sharp Embedded Print Controller (optional) The AR-P11 print controller provides increased productivity with the convenience of network connectivity. With 1200-dpi quality laser printing, the AR-235/275 Imager is perfect for workgroups and small businesses. w PCL5e/PCL6 Print Drivers

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Network Scanning & Faxing
Optional network scanning adds extra functionality to your office workflow and maximizes productivity. Easyto-use software and utilities make set-up a breeze.

File Server

Sharp AR-NS2 Network Expansion Kit Scan documents directly to your desktop, file server or e-mail. Simple prompts guide users through the scanning process. You can select options such as resolution, file format and the scan destination. v

Multiple pages per sheet

Sharpdesk 2.0 Software features include scanning, OCR, Image Viewer and more. A document can be e-mailed or posted to the web, or printed and professionally finished. You can also file, OCR, print or link to your fax server right from your desktop. Sharpdesk softwares easy-to-use graphical interface enables users to manage, compose, store and send documents directly from their desktop PCs. v Sharp Print Utilities Includes Printer Administration Utility Software for Network Administrators to monitor any SNMP-compliant printer on the network w Printer Status Monitor, an application which enables users to view network printer conditions through an easy-to-use graphical interface. It even notifies you when your job is complete! v Sharp Remote E-mail Diagnostics (R.E.D.) Advanced communication system for the network environment that allows information and device status to be sent over the Internet Use as a support tool for administrators inside a facility and for monitoring by a Sharp Authorized Dealer Provide the highest level of product support by sending an e-mail message at a set time schedule, or, when a certain event has occurred

Fax Kit With the optional 33.6 modem fax kit, documents can be transmitted in less than 3 seconds* utilizing JBIG compression 50 rapid and 300 speed dials are included allowing for fast transmission of documents to frequently dialed numbers

Convenient Finishing

Make pamphlets easily

Automated page editing

Print on both sides

Auto stapler

Each job neatly separated
AR-235/275 IMAGER SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Type: Copy System: Originals Original Size: Copy Sizes: Copying Speed: Continuous Copy: Copy Ratio: Console 4-Beam Laser Electronic Sheets, bound document, photographs Max. 11" x 17" Max. 11" x 17"; Min. 5.5" x 8.5" 23/27 ppm (8.5" x 11" at 100% ratio at 600 x 1200 dpi) 13.5 ppm (8.5" x 11" at 100% ratio at 1200 x 1200 dpi) Max. 999 25%-400% in 1% increments Fixed Presets: 25%, 50%, 64%, 77%, 95%, 100%, 121%, 129%, 141%, 200%, 400%, 800% 1200 x 1200 dpi (Super Photo Mode) 256 levels Standard (trayless) Approx. 4.8 seconds Approx. 40 seconds 32 MB expandable to 288 MB

HIGHLIGHTS:

23/27 ppm Copy/Print Speed 2,100 Sheets Total Online Paper Capacity Standard Duplexing True 1200 dpi Resolution Standard 16 MB Copier Memory (Expandable to 272 MB) Optional Scanning, Faxing and Network Printing Optional Finisher/Sorter with Offset Stacking and Stapler Optional Job Separator Tray Optional Bar Code Font Kit Scan Once, Print Many Technology
Printing Resolution: Gradation: Duplexing: First Copy Time: Warm-Up Time: Memory Size:

FEATURES:

Two Standard 500-Sheet Paper Cassettes 100-Sheet Bypass Tray 30-Sheet Optional RSPF (or SPF) 25-400% Zoom Range (1% increments) Maximum Monthly Volume: 50,000 Copies/Prints Continuous Copy: 999 Maximum 20 Account Numbers Easy-to-Use LCD Control Panel 256 Level Grayscale
Original Feed System: Optional 30-sheet Reversing Single Pass Feeder (R-SPF) Optional Single Pass Feeder (SP4) Memory Capacity: 1530 letter-size pages (maximum)
Compression Method: JBIG Copy Paper Feed: Two 500-sheet adjustable paper cassettes (standard) 100-sheet Bypass Tray (standard) Optional 30-sheet RSPF (or SPF) Two 500-sheet paper cassettes (optional) Finisher/Sorter (AR-FN5) Heat Rollers Magnetic Brush Development Moving optical source, slit exposure (stationary platen) with automatic exposure function Xenon Lamp 120 Volts, 60Hz Maximum 1.5 kw 24.5" x 23" x 25.5" (w x d x h) Approx. 92.2 lbs.

Optional Output: Fusing System: Developer System: Exposure System: Light Source: Required Power Supply: Power Consumption: Dimensions: Weight:
OPTIONAL CONTROLLER FEATURES:
32 MB Printer Memory, Expandable to 288 MB PCL5e/PCL6 PDL Support (Standard) PostScript Level 3 Emulation (Optional) Supports Macintosh 8.51 or later Standard Windows 95/98/ME, Windows 2000, Windows NT, Unix Client Support

OPTIONAL FAX FEATURES:

OPTIONAL EMBEDDED CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS PDL Support: Memory: CPU: Client Operating System Support: Protocol Support: I/O Interface: PCL5e/PCL6 (standard) Emulated PostScript 3 (optional) 32 MB Standard; 288 MB Max. 200 MHz Windows 95/98/2000/ME, Windows NT 4.0, Netware, Macintosh OS 8.51 or later (with optional PS3 kit) TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, EtherTalk, NetBEUI, Peer-to-Peer Parallel, 10/100 BaseTX
Less than 3 Second Transmission Time* 33.6 Modem Speed JBIG Compression 50 Rapid and 300 Speed Dial Keys Duplex Scanning for Easy Faxing of Two-Sided Documents (R-SPF Required) 2 MB Fax Memory Standard (Upgradable to 10 MB with Options)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sharp is a registered trademark of Sharp Corporation. All trademarks and registered trademarks are of their respective holders. *with ITU-T No.1 chart standard resolution, SUPER G3 mode, 33,600 bps, JBIG compression

OPTIONAL SCAN FEATURES:

600 dpi Network Scanning Scan to E-mail Technology (Via SharpdeskTM Utility)
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Network Office Sysytems Group SHARP PLAZA MAHWAH, NJ 07430-2135 1-800-BE-SHARP WWW.SHARP-USA.COM
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

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