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Make way for the digital era
Make the move to digital performance and open your office to a world of powerful new possibilities.
The AR-M420U/M312U unite advanced digital copy and print capabilities to deliver not only faster,
more productive document output, but also versatile digital image editing functions to ensure
professional-looking image quality. Better still, the AR-M420U/M312U offer a modular design and a
wide range of high-performance options, so you can choose
the ideal configuration for your individual office needs.
Super-Efficient Output Copy Print 50-Sheet Duplex Single Pass Feeder (DSPF) Copy
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effectively reducing paper costs
printouts in the proper page as well as saving filing space. Duplex copying is even more
order (electronic sorting). When equipped with the optional productive when used together with the DSPF.
finisher*, each set can be stacked offset for easier retrieval.
*AR-FN6 or AR-FN7.
Automated Job Finishing Copy Print Versatile Editing Functions Copy Print
The AR-M420U/M312U make it easy to The AR-M420U/M312U are standard equipped with various image
create professional-looking documents editing functions that make copying/printing even more convenient.
automatically. The optional Saddle Stitch
Copy
Finisher folds and staples sets of
documents to make completed booklets. A
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require only simple sorting and stapling.
Dual Page Copy Rotation Copy 2-in-1/4-in-1 Copy Margin Shift
And, a Punch Module allows you to punch
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money by reducing costly outsourcing. Edge Erase Centre Erase Pamphlet Copy*
A5 A4 A3 A4 8
standard support for PCL6 and PCL5e Fit to Page Pamphlet style*
printer languages, making printing *Optional
effortless even when handling
sophisticated documents with
Other Key Features
graphics.
• Max. 1,100-sheet paper capacity
Printer driver screen
• Auto paper selection (APS)
Mail Bin Stacker Print
• Auto magnification selection (AMS)
The optional Mail Bin Stacker is ideal for
• Max. 999 continuous copies
offices where large groups of people use the
• Wide zoom range from 25% to 400% in 1% increments
same machine. Avoid mixing up your
documents with those of other users by pre- • 10 job programmes Copy
selecting one of seven destination bins • Optional barcode font compatibility Print
USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN
SPECIFICATIONS (tentative)
General Printer
Type Console Resolution 600 dpi, 1200 dpi equivalent (with smoothing)
Engine speed Max. 42/31 cpm/ppm (A4, 8 1/2" x 11") Interface IEEE 1284 parallel port
Paper size Max. A3 (11" x 17"), min. A5R (5 1/2" x 8 1/2R") Supported OS Windows® NT 4.0 (Service Pack 5 or later),
Paper capacity Standard: 500 sheets, max. 1,100 sheets Windows® 2000 Server/Professional,
Warm-up time Approx. 80 sec. Windows® XP Professional/Home Edition,
First copy time*1 4.6/5.3 sec. Windows® 95/98/Me
Memory Standard 64MB, max. 320MB PDL emulation PCL 6/5e
Power requirements Rated local AC voltage ±10%, 50/60 Hz Available fonts 45 outline fonts for PCL
Power consumption (max.) 1.85 kW (220 to 240V), 1.44 kW (100 to 127V) Features*3*4 RIP Once/Print Many, duplex print, pamphlet style,
Dimensions (W x D x H)*2 826 x 665 x 1,127 mm binding edge, N-up (2/4/6/8), paper/output tray selection,
(32 33/64" x 26 11/64" x 44 23/64") cover/transparency insertion, fit to page, watermarks,
Weight*2 Approx. 95 kg (209.5 lbs) offset output, form overlay, copy/print auditing
(100 accounts total)
Copier
Original paper size Max. A3 (11" x 17") *1: When using document glass and feeding A4 (8 1/2" x 11") portrait sheets from top paper tray.
Continuous copy Max. 999 copies *2: Dimensions and weight include AR-EF6, AR-RK2, and AR-D29.
*3: Some features are not available according to the printer driver used.
Resolution Write: 600 x 600 dpi *4: Some features require option(s).
Gradation 2 levels
Zoom range 25% to 400% (25% to 200% using DSPF) in
1% increments
Preset copy ratios AB: 8 ratios (4R/4E), inch: 6 ratios (3R/3E)
Features*4 Auto paper selection, auto magnification selection,
paper type selection, auto tray switching, rotation copy,
2-sided copy orientation change, reserved copy,
electronic sorting, copy/print auditing (100 accounts total),
margin shift, edge/centre erase, dual page copy, 1,127 mm
multi-shot (4-in-1, 2-in-1), pamphlet copy, job build,
duplex copy, job programme, toner save mode,
pre-heat/auto power shut-off modes
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
AR-EF5 AR-EF6 AR-TE4
Scanner Module Scanner Module Upper Exit Tray
AR-TE3 AR-DU4 with Document Cover or with DSPF
Exit Tray Duplex Module Expansion
with Bypass Tray
or
or AR-TE5*2
Right Upper Exit Tray
AR-FN7*1
Saddle Stitch Finisher
or
or
AR-DU3
Duplex Module
AR-MS1*1
Mail Bin Stacker
AR-RK2
Scanner Rack
BASE UNIT or
AR-PF1 AR-D29
AR-PN1A/B/C/D Barcode Font Kit
AR-FN6*1
Punch Module Stand with Multi-Purpose Finisher
AR-DC1 Drawer
Power Supply Unit
Required for minimum system configuration *1: Requires the AR-DC1. *2: Consult your local Sharp dealer for availability. Some options may not be available in some areas.
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