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.