AR-168D

Toner and Developer not included

The Sharp AR-168D Digital IMAGER combines leading edge features with flexible functionality all in a compact desktop design. With a 30-sheet reversing document feeder, auto-duplex copying and printing, and electronic sorting, the Sharp AR-168D is well equipped to deliver the productivity required in today's fast-paced office environments. And with options that include Super G3 fax, PCL6 network printing, and network scanning, the AR-168D can easily grow with your business.

	Features

	Feature-rich Copy Functions
High-quality 600 dpi output at a fast 16 pages-per-minute Hefty 250-sheet paper supply, upgradeable to 500 sheets for added productivity Versatile 50-sheet bypass tray enables easy copying and printing onto different size paper (3 1/2" x 5 1/2" up to 8 1/2" x 14"), envelopes, labels and transparencies. 30-sheet automatic document feeder allows for quick copying of multi-page originals (reversing ADF on AR-168D) Up to 100-page electronic sorting and offset output stacking handles multiple sets with ease Wide range of enlargement and reduction settings (25% to 400% zoom magnification) Eight preset modes for easy image to paper sizing Standard JBIG speed-enhanced printing system

	High-efficiency Out-of-the-Box PC Printing
Host-based print controller utilizes JBIG compression, reducing the file size of jobs for faster printing Standard USB 2.0 interface and IEEE 1284 bi-directional parallel interface provide flexible connection alternatives 32 MB standard memory for fast, efficient output of big jobs Speed up workflow of professional looking documents with 2-up/4-up printing, fit-to-page, electronic sorting, and auto duplexing.

	Built-in Color Scanning for Enhanced Document Flow
Increase productivity by converting black & white and color documents into digital files that can be shared, archived, or e-mailed Easily edit, save or distribute documents electronically with Sharpdesk integrated desktop document management software Eliminate the need for extra peripherals that take up valuable office space

	Flexible Networking Capability (option)
User-friendly utilities and driver software makes for easy integration into an existing network environment Simple plug-and-play, full-featured AR-NB2N Network Expansion Kit option offers PCL6 network printing, walk-up network scanning, web-based device management and more. Option enables all network users to Scan to Email, Scan to Desktop, Scan to FTP, Scan to URL and Scan to Print, enhancing workflow and increasing productivity PCL6 print emulation processes even large jobs quickly Backward compatible with PCL5e for predictable printing of even older documents Printer Administration Utility allows for easy management of any SNMP-compliant printer on the network, right from your desktop View the status of print jobs and printer conditions through an easy-to-use Print Status Monitor graphical interface Password-protected Web-based management provides user and administrator with many timesaving tools, such as device configuration, scan destination management, feature control, Remote E-mail Diagnostics, IP/MAC Address Filtering and more My Sharp, a new dedicated customer-care website, allows users to locate resources and find information specific to your Sharp Digital IMAGER (available Spring 2004, ask your local authorized Sharp dealer)

	Fax Option for Expanded Functionality
AR-FX9 Super G3 Fax Kit expands functionality to include fax capabilities Super G3 modem speed (up to 33.6 kbps) of 3 seconds per page 256 grayscale with standard, fine and superfine resolution for crisp, clear output 2 MB memory, holds up to 120 pages Fast and easy transmissions with 18 rapid dials, 100 speed dials and group dials/broadcasting to reach up to 18 groups and 100 destinations

	Specifications

Copying Speed	16 PPM1
Automatic Duplex	No
Original Size	Max. 8.5" x 14"
Paper Feed	1 - 250 sheet paper tray
Recommended Monthly Volume	up to 15k
Print Speed	16 PPM
Page Description Language	Sharp Print Language with Compression (SPLC)2
Full color PC Scanning	TWAIN compliant PC Scanning3

Specifications

Copying Speed	16 PPM1
Automatic Duplex	No
Original Size	Max. 8.5" x 14"
Paper Feed	1 - 250 sheet paper tray
Recommended Monthly Volume	up to 15k
Print Speed	16 PPM
Page Description Language	Sharp Print Language with Compression (SPLC)2
Full color PC Scanning	TWAIN compliant PC Scanning3
Type	Desktop
Copy System	Dry, electrostatic
Originals	Sheets, bound documents
Copy Size	3.5" x 5.5" to 8.5" x 14"
Continuous Copy	Max. 99
Magnification	25 - 400% / with 8 presets
Memory	32 MB (Shared)
Resolution	600 dpi
First-Copy Time	9.6 seconds / 25 seconds4
Warm-Up Time	0 seconds5
Original Feed System	Reversing Single Pass Feeder
Duplexing	Auto/Trayless
Fusing System	Heat and pressure
Developer System	Magnetic brush develoment
Exposure System	Stationary platen with automatic exposure
Light Source	Tri-color CCD light source
Gradation	256 Levels
Required Power Supply	120vac 60hz
Weight	Approx. 44.1 lbs.
Dimensions	20.4" (w) x 19.8" (d) x 15.0" (h)
Optional Equipment	250 sheet paper tray, Super G3 facsimile kit, External Print Server, PCL6 Network Printing/Network Scanning Expansion Kit, Postscript level 3 Expansion kit, Cabinet
Printer Specifications
Technology	Laser
Processor	Sharp
Print Size	8.5" x 11" 8.5" x 14"
Resolution / Print Quality	600 dpi
Computer Interface	IEEE 1284 parallel/USB-2.0
Print Controller	Sharp SPLC
Protocols	N/A
Auto Switching	N/A
Print Driver Support	Windows® 98, ME, NT4, 2000, XP
Resident Fonts	N/A
Memory	Shared
Print Paper Feed	Paper tray/Bypass tray
PC Scanner Specifications
Type	Full color / monochrome
Original type	Flat bed / sheet fed w/ADF
Original Size	Max. 8.5" x 14"
Optical Resolution	600 x 1200 dpi
Interface	USB 2.0
Optional AR-NB2N Network Expansion Kit
Network Printing	PCL6/5e
Network Scanning	Scan-to-Email, Scan-to-Desktop, Scan-to-FTP
Web-based Management	Imager Home Page
Sharp Utilities	Printer Administration Utility, Sharp Monitor, Sharpdesk™ Lite Document Management Software with Composer and OCR (3 user license)

18.5" x 11" (one side)

2Optional PCL6 with AR-NB2N network expansion kit

3Optional network scanning with AR-NB2N expansion kit

4Ready mode / Preheat

5When energy saver is not enabled.