Specification Sheet

Precision engineered to help increase workflow efficiency and provide exceptional image quality,
Sharp’s MX Monochrome Series workgroup document systems take you to the next level in MFP
performance and productivity. A large, high resolution touch-screen color display with graphical
menu navigation and a full-size retractable keyboard to simplify data entry are just two of the
many advanced features offered by these models. The powerful true multi-tasking controller enables
MX Monochrome Series users to save time and money while producing professional documents in-
house—robust performance that is also economical. Sharp’s advanced device management makes
it easy to control usage and costs. With the latest Sharp OSA
®
development platform, integration
with network applications has never been easier. And, to safeguard the confidentiality of your
intellectual property, Sharp’s industry leading security suite is second to none.
*Some features may require optional equipment.
Award-winning Retractable Keyboard
Offers Added Convenience
For workgroups that perform a significant
amount of data entry, the MX Monochrome
Series document systems include a standard
retractable keyboard (N models). Designed to
simplify E-mail address and subject line entries,
as well as repetitive scanning tasks and user
authentication, the built-in keyboard offers users
a familiar ergonomic interface.
The Flexibility and Performance You Need
With a large 8.5" (diagonally measured)
high-resolution touch-screen color
display (N models) and a powerful true
multi-tasking controller, the MX-M503/
M453/M363/M283 workgroup document systems
can help elevate your office productivity to the
next level.
Designed with a Strong Commitment
to Protecting the Environment
The MX Monochrome Series document systems
utilize Sharp’s second generation micro-fine
toner technology, which offers a
lower consumption rate than
conventional toners. This
also results in less
packaging material and
longer replacement intervals.
Additionally, all Sharp supplies
are packaged using fully
recyclable materials.
Reliability Your Business Can Depend On
Sharp’s MX Monochrome workgroup document
systems deliver professional performance and
optimal productivity to satisfy your daily
production needs. Copy/print speeds up 50 ppm
help you to meet project deadlines with time to
spare. The flexible paper handling system can
feed up to 110 lb index stock through the paper
trays. With available on-line paper capacity of
up to 5,600 sheets, the MX Monochrome Series
is ready when you are.
24/7 Training with My Sharp
Managing all of the advanced features of your
Sharp product is simple and easy. Ask your
Authorized Sharp Dealer about My Sharp.
This dedicated customer training website is
customized to your MX-M503/M453/M363/M283
and allows you to locate resources and find
information specific to your configuration, truly
helping you maximize your investment.
MX-M503/M453/M363/M283
ADVANCED MONOCHROME WORKGROUP DOCUMENT SYSTEMS
SHARP’S INNOVATIVE FEATURES
• A powerful true multi-tasking
document system
• Large, high resolution touch-screen color
display with graphical navigation (N models)
• Advanced second generation micro-fine toner
technology offers crisp, high quality images
page after page
• Standard 100-sheet duplex single pass
document feeder with color Scan
2
TM
technology (N models)
• 1200 x 1200 dpi printing provides clear,
crisp images, even on jobs with fine detail
(N models)
• Industry leading ImageSEND
TM
function
scans documents to USB devices, network
folders, E-mail and more (N models)
• Standard PCL
®
6/PCL5e printing system
with direct print function and available
Postscript
®
3
TM
and Windows
®
XPS options
(N models)
• Supports Sharp’s latest award-winning
multi-level document and network security
suite, which conforms to the new IEEE-
2600
TM
- 2008 security standard for
MFP devices*
• Environmentally-friendly design offers low
power consumption, long-life parts and is
supported by Sharp’s toner recycling program