MODEL: MX-M363U MX-M453U MX-M503U DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM Safety Guide Before installing this product, be sure to read the "CAUTIONS" and "INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS" sections. CAUTIONS INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS SUPPLIES SPECIFICATIONS INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL Keep this manual close at hand for reference whenever needed. Please see opposite side to access to "Software Setup Guide". TO THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE MACHINE These manuals are combined for environmental protection.
Caution! For complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main plug. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Shielded interface cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with EMC regulations. ➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢➣➢ The equipment should be installed near an accessible socket outlet for easy disconnection.
For the users of the fax function FAX interface cable and Line cable: These special accessories must be used with the device. The Declaration of Conformity can be viewed at the following URL address. http://www.sharp.de/doc/MX-FXX2.
Contents CAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Saddle stitch finisher specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Laser information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Punch module specifications (for finisher) . . . . . . 17 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Punch module specifications (for finisher (large stacker)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SUPPLIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CAUTIONS Symbols in this manual To ensure safe use of the machine, this manual uses various safety symbols. The safety symbols are classified as explained below. Be sure you understand the meaning of the symbols when reading the manual. WARNING Indicates a risk of death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a risk of human injury or property damage. Meaning of the symbols The symbol indicates the need for caution.
CAUTIONS CAUTION Do not install the machine in a location with poor ventilation. Install so that exhaust from the machine does not directly contact people. A small amount of ozone is produced within the printer during operation. The emission level is insufficient to cause any health hazard. The present recommended long term exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 ppm (0.2 mg/m3) calculated as an 8 hr. time-weighted average concentration.
CAUTIONS Laser information Wave length 790 nm ±10 nm Pulse times (North America and Europe) MX-M363U: 6.1 µs ±8.3 ns /7 mm MX-M453U/MX-M503U: 4.8 µs ±6.4 ns /7 mm Output power Max 0.6 mW (LD1+LD2) Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. This Digital Equipment is CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT (IEC 60825-1 Edition 1.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS The performance of the machine is affected by the ambient conditions of the installation location. Do not install in the following locations: CAUTION: Do not install the machine in a location with poor air circulation. A small amount of ozone is created inside the machine during printing.
SUPPLIES Standard supplies for this product that can replaced by the user include paper, toner cartridges, and staple cartridges for the finisher. Be sure to use only SHARP-specified products for the toner cartridges, finisher staple cartridge, saddle stitch finisher staple cartridge, and transparency film. For best copying results, be sure to use only Sharp Genuine Supplies which are designed, engineered, and tested to maximize the life and performance of Sharp products.
SPECIFICATIONS Machine specifications / copier specifications Name Digital Multifunctional System MX-M363U/MX-M453U/MX-M503U Type Desktop Photoconductive type OPC drum Printing method Electrophotographic system (laser) Developer system Dry-type two-component magnetic brush development Fusing system Heat rollers Scanning resolution Document glass 600 x 300 dpi (factory default values), 600 x 400 dpi, 600 x 600 dpi Automatic document feeder 600 x 400 dpi (factory default values), 600 x 600 dpi
SPECIFICATIONS Machine specifications / copier specifications (Continued) Paper sizes: A3W, A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, envelopes, 12" x 18", 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2"R, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R, 8K, 16K, 16KR (Includes automatic paper size detection function. Entry of paper sizes up to 297 mm x 432 mm (11-5/8" x 17") is possible.) Bypass tray Paper weights: Thin paper (56 g/m2 to 59 g/m2 (15 lbs. to 16 lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS Continuous copying speeds* Model MX-M363U Copy ratio MX-M453U MX-M503U 100% / Reduced / Enlarged A3, 11" x 17", 8K 17 copies/min. 20 copies/min. 22 copies/min. B4, 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13" 20 copies/min. 23 copies/min. 25 copies/min. A4, B5, 8-1/2" x 11", 16K 36 copies/min. 45 copies/min. 50 copies/min. A4R, B5R, 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2"R, 16KR 25 copies/min. 30 copies/min. 30 copies/min.
SPECIFICATIONS Acoustic noise emission (measurement according to ISO7779) MX-M363U MX-M453U MX-M503U Printing mode (continuous printing) 6.6 B 6.7 B 6.8 B Standby mode 4.6 B 4.6 B 4.
SPECIFICATIONS Exit tray unit (right tray) specifications Model MX-TRX2 Output method Face-down output Output capacity* 100 sheets (using SHARP-recommended A4 or 8-1/2" x 11" paper) Dimensions When tray is folded up: 314 mm (W) x 405 mm (D) x 52 mm (H) (12-23/64" (W) x 15-61/64" (D) x 2-3/64" (H)) When tray is extended: 444 mm (W) x 405 mm (D) x 52 mm (H) (17-31/64" (W) x 15-61/64" (D) x 2-3/64" (H)) Weight Approx. 0.93 kg (2 lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS Stand/2x500 sheet paper drawer specifications Model MX-DEX9 Paper sizes A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2"R, 8K, 16K, 16KR Paper weight Plain paper (60 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (16 lbs. to 28 lbs.)), heavy paper (106 g/m2 to 209 g/m2 (28 lbs. bond to 110 lbs. index)) Paper capacity 500 sheets (80 g/m2 (21 lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS Finisher specifications Model MX-FNX9 Paper sizes A3W, A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, envelopes, 12" x 18", 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2"R, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R, 8K, 16K, 16KR Paper weight Thin paper (56 g/m2 to 59 g/m2 (15 lbs. to 16 lbs.)) plain paper (60 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (16 lbs. to 28 lbs.)) heavy paper (106 g/m2 to 209 g/m2 (28 lbs. bond to 110 lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS Finisher (large stacker) specifications*1 Model MX-FN11 Paper sizes A3W, A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, envelopes, 12" x 18", 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2"R, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R, 8K, 16K, 16KR Paper weight Thin paper (56 g/m2 to 59 g/m2 (15 lbs. to 16 lbs.)) plain paper (60 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (16 lbs. to 28 lbs.)) heavy paper (106 g/m2 to 209 g/m2 (28 lbs. bond to 110 lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS Saddle stitch finisher specifications*1 Model MX-FN10 Paper sizes A3W, A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, A5R, envelopes, 12" x 18", 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2"R, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2"R, 8K, 16K, 16KR Paper weight Thin paper (56 g/m2 to 59 g/m2 (15 lbs. to 16 lbs.)) plain paper (60 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (16 lbs. to 28 lbs.)) heavy paper (106 g/m2 to 209 g/m2 (28 lbs. bond to 110 lbs.
SPECIFICATIONS Punch module specifications (for finisher) Model MX-PNX1A MX-PNX1B MX-PNX1C MX-PNX1D Hole punching 2 holes 2 holes or 3 holes 4 holes 4 holes, broad width 2 holes: 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2" 3 holes: 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 11", A3, A4 A3, A4 Allowed paper sizes for punching A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-
SPECIFICATIONS Punch module specifications (for saddle stitch finisher) Model MX-PNX5A MX-PNX5B MX-PNX5C MX-PNX5D Hole punching 2 holes 2 holes or 3 holes 4 holes 4 holes, broad width 2 holes: 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11"R, 7-1/4" x 10-1/2" 3 holes: 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 11", A3, A4 A3, A4 Allowed paper sizes for punching A3, B4, A4, A4R, B5, B5R, 11" x 17", 8-1/2" x 14", 8-1/2" x 13-1/2", 8-1/2" x 13-2/5", 8-1/2" x 13", 8-1/2" x 11", 8-1/2" x 11"R
SPECIFICATIONS Network scanner*1 / Internet Fax*2 specifications Type Built-in 100 x 100, 200 x 200, 300 x 300, 400 x 400, 600 x 600 Scanning resolution (dpi) Internet Fax: 200 x 100, 200 x 200, 200 x 400, 400 x 400, 600 x 600 (200 x 100, 200 x 200 when file type is TIFF-S) Halftone can be selected for resolutions other than 200 x 100 dpi. Scanning speed A4 / 8-1/2" x 11" One-sided: 50 pages/min. (200 x 200 dpi), Two-sided: 20 pages/min.
SPECIFICATIONS Facsimile specifications Model MX-FXX2 Applicable telephone line Public switched telephone network, PBX Scanning resolution (supports ITU-T standards) 8 x 3.85 lines/mm (Standard), 8 x 7.7 lines/mm (Fine, Fine-Halftone), 8 x 15.4 lines/mm (Super Fine, Super Fine - Halftone), 16 x 15.4 lines/mm (Ultra Fine, Ultra Fine - Halftone) Transmission speed 33.6 kbps down to 2.
INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households) 1. In the European Union Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin! Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.
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✂ Administrator Name: Contact at: Information that the administrator of the machine requires is printed on the back of this page. (Separate this page from the manual and keep it in a safe place. In addition, fill in the name of the administrator and the administrator's contact information in the left hand margin.
TO THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE MACHINE (Separate this page from the manual and keep it in a safe place.) Factory default passwords When accessing the system settings, the administrator password is required to log in with administrator rights. The system settings can be configured in the Web pages as well as on the operation panel. To access the system settings using the Web pages, a password is also required.
TO THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE MACHINE Trademark acknowledgments The following trademarks and registered trademarks are used in conjunction with the machine and its peripheral devices and accessories. • Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® 98, Windows® Me, Windows NT® 4.0, Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Windows Server® 2003, Windows Vista®, Windows Server® 2008 and Internet Explorer® are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries.
REMOVING THE SOFTWARE To remove the printer driver or software installed using the installer, follow the steps below. Windows 1 Click the [start] button and then click [Control Panel]. Mac OS X 1 Click [Uninstall a program]. 2 • In Windows XP/Server 2003, click [Add or Remove Programs]. Select the program or driver that you wish to delete. Restart your computer. Delete the printer that uses the machine's PPD file from the printer list.
WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL Problem The printer driver is not installed correctly by plug and play (USB connection in Windows). Point to check Did you connect the machine to your computer before installing the printer driver? Solution In Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008, if the machine was connected to your computer with a USB cable before the printer driver was installed from the installer, check if information on the unsuccessful installation remains in "Device Manager".
Problem The machine is not detected (when connected to a network). The plug and play screen does not appear (USB connection in Windows). Point to check Is the machine power on? WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL Solution If the machine is powered off, it will not be detected. Switch on the main power switch and the [POWER] key ( ) in that order. (In Windows, search again after powering on the machine.
4 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN INSTALLATION WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL This section provides solutions to possible installation problems. See the following table of contents to locate the appropriate page for your question or problem. • The software cannot be installed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 • The machine is not detected (when connected to a network). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 Select the PPD file. 13 MAC OS 9.0 - 9.2.2 Select the machine configuration. (2) (1) (1) (3) (2) (1) Select the options that are installed on the machine. (2) Select [Options 2] from the menu to change the screen and continue selecting the options that have been installed on the machine. (1) Click the PPD file for your model. (2) Click the [Select] button. (3) Click the [OK] button.
MAC OS 9.0 - 9.2.2 If you are using Mac OS 9.0 to 9.2.2, make sure that "LaserWriter 8" has been installed and that the "LaserWriter 8" checkbox is selected in "Extensions Manager" in "Control Panels". If not, install it from the system CD-ROM supplied with your Macintosh computer. 1 9 Insert the "Software CD-ROM" that shows "Disc 2" on the front of the CD-ROM. 8 Insert the "Software CD-ROM" into your computer's CD-ROM drive. Select [Chooser] from the Apple Menu. Create a printer.
MAC OS X X Printing using the IPP function The machine can print using the IPP function. When the machine is in a remote location, this function can be used in place of the fax function to print a higher quality image than a fax. If you wish to use the IPP function, follow these steps to select the PPD file when configuring the printer driver (step 14 on page 33). v10.4.11, v10.5 - 10.5.5 v10.2.8, v10.3.9 (1) (1) (2) (2) (3) (3) (4) (4) (1) Select [IP Printing]. (1) Click the [IP Printer] icon.
MAC OS X 15 Display printer information. 16 Select the machine configuration. If you selected [Auto Select] in (3) of step 14, the machine configuration is detected and automatically configured. Check the configured settings to make sure they are correct. (2) (1) (4) (1) (1) Click the machine's name. If you are using Mac OS X v10.5 to 10.5.5, click the [Options & Supplies] button, click the [Driver] tab and go to step 16. (2) (2) Click [Show Info]. If you are using Mac OS X v10.2.
MAC OS X + 14 Configure the printer driver. • The procedure for configuring the printer driver varies depending on the operating system version. The procedure for versions 10.4.11 and 10.5 - 10.5.5 and the procedure for other versions are explained separately below. • The machine can print using the IPP function. If you wish to use the IPP function, see "Printing using the IPP function" (page 35) to configure the printer driver settings. v10.4.11, v10.5 - 10.5.5 v10.2.8, v10.3.
MAC OS X 7 The License Agreement window will appear. Make sure that you understand the contents of the license agreement and then click the [Continue] button. 11 Select [Utilities] from the [Go] menu. • If you are using Mac OS X v10.5 to 10.5.5, click [System Preferences] in the Apple menu ( ) and select [Print & Fax] ( ). When the screen for adding a printer appears, click the button and go to step 14. A message will appear asking you if you agree to the terms of the license. Click the [Agree] button.
3 SETUP IN A MACINTOSH ENVIRONMENT This chapter explains how to install the PPD file to enable printing from a Macintosh and how to configure the printer driver settings. ☞ MAC OS X: this page (v10.2.8, v10.3.9, v10.4.11, v10.5 - 10.5.5) ☞ MAC OS 9.0 - 9.2.2: page 36 • The PS3 expansion kit is required to use the machine as a printer in a Macintosh environment. In addition, the machine must be connected to a network. A USB connection cannot be used.
CHANGING THE PORT Click the [Finish] button. 8 Click the [Next] button in the screen of step 5. 7 9 Click the [Close] button in the screen of step 2. When using a port created with "Standard TCP/IP Port" When using a port created using "Standard TCP/IP Port" in Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/Server 2008, in the screen that appears after you click the [Configure Port] button in the screen of step 3, make sure the [SNMP Status Enabled] checkbox is not selected ( ).
CHANGING THE PORT X Changing to a Standard TCP/IP Port If the machine is being used on an IPv6 network, change the port to a port created using the operating system's "Standard TCP/IP Port". Enter the machine's IPv6 address in [Printer Name or IP Address] and click the [Next] button. 4 Click the [Next] button. 3 Select [Standard TCP/IP Port] and then click the [New Port] button. 2 Follow steps 1 to 3 of "CHANGING THE PORT" (page 27). 1 5 6 Select [Custom] and click the [Settings] button.
CHANGING THE PORT 4 Select [SC2 TCP/IP Port] and then click the [New Port] button. 5 Create the new port. In Windows 98/Me, select [Other], [SC2 TCP/IP Port], and then click the [OK] button. • The "SC2 TCP/IP Port" is added when the printer driver is installed using a "Standard installation", or a "Custom installation" with "LPR Direct Print (Specify Address/Auto Search)" selected. • If the printer driver is installed using a "Custom installation" with "IPP" selected, the [SC-Print2005 Port] is added.
CHANGING THE PORT When using the machine in a Windows environment, follow the steps below to change the port when you have changed the IP address of the machine or have installed the PC-Fax driver when the machine is connected with a USB cable. If the machine is being used on an IPv6 network, follow the steps 1 to 3 below and see "Changing to a Standard TCP/IP Port" (page 29) for the remaining steps of the procedure to change the port.
INSTALLING THE PS DISPLAY FONTS Fonts that can be used by the PS printer driver are contained on the "PRINTER UTILITIES" CD-ROM that accompanies the PS3 expansion kit. Install these fonts as needed for the PS printer driver. Click the [Start] button ( ), click [Computer], and then double-click the [CD-ROM] icon ( ). 2 Insert the "PRINTER UTILITIES" CD-ROM that accompanies the PS3 expansion kit into your computer's CD-ROM drive. 1 6 Click the [PS Display Font] button.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER STATUS MONITOR Printer Status Monitor is a printer utility that allows general users to check the current status of the machine on their computer screen, such as whether or not the machine is ready to print. The Printer Status Monitor shows error information such as paper misfeeds, printer configuration information (whether or not a finisher is installed, etc.) as an image, the paper sizes that can be used, and the amount of paper remaining.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER X When the PPD driver is installed 1 Click the [Start] button ( ), click [Control Panel], and then click [Printer]. 3 • In Windows XP/Server 2003, click the [start] button and then click [Printers and Faxes]. Configure the printer driver for the options installed on the machine. (1) • In Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0/2000, click the [Start] button, select [Settings], and then click [Printers].
5 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Configure the image of the machine. An image of the machine is formed in the printer driver configuration window based on the options that are installed. (1) (2) (1) Select the options that are installed on the machine. (2) Click the [OK] button. To cancel the image settings, click the [Cancel] button. 6 Click the [OK] button in the printer properties window.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER CONFIGURING THE PRINTER DRIVER FOR THE OPTIONS INSTALLED ON THE MACHINE After installing the printer driver, you must configure the printer driver settings appropriately for the options that have been installed and the size and type of paper loaded in the machine. Follow the steps below to configure the printer driver. If the PPD driver is installed, see "When the PPD driver is installed" (page 24).
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER USING THE STANDARD WINDOWS PS PRINTER DRIVER (Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0) If the PS3 expansion kit is installed on the machine and you wish to use the standard Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0 PS printer driver, follow the steps below to install the PPD driver using the Add Printer Wizard. • The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. Contact your dealer or nearest authorized service representative if you want software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER USING THE MACHINE AS A SHARED PRINTER If you are going to use the machine as a shared printer on a Windows network with the printer driver or the PC-Fax driver installed on a print server, follow the steps below to install the printer driver or the PC-Fax driver on the client computers. • Ask your network administrator for the server name and printer name of the machine on the network.
6 Select whether or not you wish the printer to be your default printer and click the [Next] button. INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER 11 If you are installing multiple drivers, select the printer driver to be used as the default printer. If you do not wish to set one of the printer drivers as the default printer, select [No]. 7 When the printer name window appears, click the [Next] button. If you wish to change the printer name, enter the desired name and click the [Next] button.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER When installing the PCL5e printer driver, PS printer driver, PPD driver, or PC-Fax driver Installation is possible even after the USB cable has been connected. When the software selection screen appears in step 6 of "OPENING THE SOFTWARE SELECTION SCREEN (FOR ALL SOFTWARE)" (page 8), perform the steps below. 1 Click the [Printer Driver] button. 3 To install the PC-Fax driver, click the [PC-Fax Driver] button on the "Disc 2" CD-ROM.
6 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER 8 When the "Found New Hardware Wizard" appears, select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], click the [Next] button, and follow the on-screen instructions. When a message appears prompting you to connect the machine to your computer, click the [OK] button. Installation of the PCL6 printer driver begins. Click the [Close] button in the window of step 1. After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER WHEN THE MACHINE WILL BE CONNECTED WITH A USB CABLE Supported operating systems: Windows 98/Me/2000*/XP*/Server 2003*/Vista*/Server 2008* * Administrator's rights are required to install the software. • Make sure that a USB cable is not connected to your computer and the machine. If a cable is connected, a Plug and Play window will appear. If this happens, click the [Cancel] button to close the window and disconnect the cable.
5 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER Enter the machine's URL and click the [Next] button. Enter the URL in the following format: Normal format: http://:631*1/ipp *1 Normally "631" should be entered for the port number. If the IPP port number has been changed on the machine, enter the new port number.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER X Printing using the IPP function and the SSL function The IPP function can be used to print to the machine over a network using HTTP protocol. When the machine is in a remote location, this function can be used in place of the fax function to print a higher quality image than a fax. The IPP function can also be used in combination with the SSL (encrypted communication) function to encrypt the print data.
When the printer driver selection window appears, select the printer driver to be installed and click the [Next] button. 6 When the model selection window appears, select the model name of your machine and click the [Next] button. 5 Click the checkbox of the printer driver to be installed so that a checkmark ( ) appears. INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER 9 When you are asked if you wish to install the display fonts, select an answer and click the [Next] button.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER X Installation by specifying the machine's address When the machine cannot be found because it is not powered on or otherwise, installation is possible by entering the name (host name) or IP address of the machine. If the machine is being used on an IPv6 network, after you have installed the software as explained below, change the port as explained in "Changing to a Standard TCP/IP Port" (page 29).
6 When you are asked whether or not you want the printer to be your default printer, make a selection and click the [Next] button. INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER 9 Click the [Close] button in the window of step 1. After the installation, a message prompting you to restart your computer may appear. If this message appears, click the [Yes] button to restart your computer. If you are installing multiple drivers, select the printer driver to be used as the default printer.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER 2 Click the [Standard installation] button. 4 5 A confirmation window appears. Check the contents and then click the [Next] button. When the printer driver selection window appears, select the printer driver to be installed and click the [Next] button. Click the checkbox of the printer driver to be installed so that a checkmark ( ) appears. When [Custom installation] is selected, you can change any of the items below.
INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER / PC-FAX DRIVER To install the printer driver or the PC-Fax driver, follow the appropriate procedure in this section depending on whether the machine is connected to a network or connected by USB cable. ☞ WHEN THE MACHINE WILL BE CONNECTED WITH A USB CABLE (page 16) WHEN THE MACHINE IS CONNECTED TO A NETWORK This section explains how to install the printer driver and the PC-Fax driver when the machine is connected to a Windows network (TCP/IP network).
2 SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT This section explains how to install the software and configure settings so that the printer function of the machine can be used with a Windows computer. For users of Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0 The CD-ROM does not include software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0. Contact your dealer or nearest authorized service representative if you want software for Windows 98/Me/NT 4.0.
CONNECTING THE MACHINE CONNECTING TO A NETWORK To connect the machine to a network, connect the LAN cable to the machine's network connector. Use a shielded LAN cable. After connecting the machine to a network, be sure to configure the IP address and other network settings before installing the software. (The factory default setting for the IP address is to receive the IP address automatically when the machine is used in a DHCP environment.
VERIFYING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS The following requirements must be met to use the software described in this manual.
VERIFYING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Before installing the software described in this manual, make sure that your computer satisfies the following requirements. Windows Macintosh*4 An environment that allows any of the above operating systems to fully operate. Other hardware requirements An environment in which any of the operating systems listed above can fully operate (including Macintosh computers with an Intel processor).
CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE OTHER CD-ROMS X "PRINTER UTILITIES" CD-ROM that accompanies the PS3 expansion kit (for Windows/Macintosh) This contains the display fonts that are used with the PS printer driver. (Install the PS printer driver and Macintosh PPD file from the "Software CD-ROM".) ☞ INSTALLING THE PS DISPLAY FONTS (page 26) X "PRINTER UTILITIES" CD-ROM that accompanies the Internet fax expansion kit (for Windows) To use this expansion kit, the printer expansion kit with hard disk drive is required.
CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE Disc 2 Software for Windows • PC-Fax driver This enables you to send a file from your computer as a fax using the same procedure as when printing the file. (When the fax option is installed.) Even if the fax function is not installed, the PC-Fax driver can be updated using the CD-ROM in the Internet fax expansion kit to enable you to send a file from your computer as an Internet fax in the same way as you print a file.
1 BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE This chapter describes the software programs that allow you to use the printer function of the machine, the CD-ROMs that contain the software, and the pages where the installation procedures can be found. CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE The software that can be used with the machine is on the CD-ROMs that accompany the expansion kits.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE CD-ROMS AND SOFTWARE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 • SOFTWARE CD-ROM that companies the printer expansion kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 • OTHER CD-ROMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 VERIFYING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . 5 • SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 • SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 3 SETUP IN A MACINTOSH ENVIRONMENT MAC OS X . . .
Thank you for purchasing this product. This manual explains how to install and configure the software that allows the machine to be used as a printer when the printer expansion kit is installed. This manual also explains how to install the printer drivers and software that are used when the other expansion kits are installed. If the software is not installed correctly or you need to remove the software, see "4. TROUBLESHOOTING" (page 38).
MODEL: MX-M363U MX-M453U MX-M503U DIGITAL MULTIFUNCTIONAL SYSTEM Software Setup Guide BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE SETUP IN A WINDOWS ENVIRONMENT SETUP IN A MACINTOSH ENVIRONMENT TROUBLESHOOTING Read this manual when the printer expansion kit is installed. Keep this manual close at hand for reference whenever needed. Please see opposite side to access to "Safety Guide". These manuals are combined for environmental protection.
