ARM550U

 55 cpm Copier / Printer / Scan / Fax

A Revolution in Document Workflow 
Features

 
Do More than you ever thought possible

Designed for productivity and reliability, the Sharp AR-M550U  Digital Multifunctional System puts you on the fast track to business success. Best-in-class features allow you to accomplish a lot more in a lot less time. Powerful scan, copy, print and fax capabilities make this multi-faceted performer the heart of the office. versatile input and output features enable a truly digital workflow and create more effective communication in both small workgroups and large departments. powerful integrated software makes it easy to manage and protect digital files. The AR-M550U revolutionises office workflow and gives your business the flexibility it needs to function today-and grow tomorrow.

Productive Copying and High Performance Network Printing

  • Quick First Copy Time
  • Astonishing Output Speed
  • 150-Sheet Duplex Single Pass Feeder (DSPF)
  • Job Build for Large-Volume Scanning
  • Productive Output and Job Offset
  • Professional Job Finishing
  • Built-in Stackless Duplex Module
  • Large Paper Capacity
  • Network Tandem Function
  • Space-saving Inner Output Tray
  • Various Copy/Print Applications

Powerful Network Scanning

  • A3 Network Scanning at astonishing speed
  • Scan to E-mail / Desktop / FTP Server or HDD
  • LDAP Compatibility for Network Scanning
  • Speedy Duplex Scanning
  • TWAIN - compatible scanner

Versatile Faxing

  • Super G3 faxing and JBIG compression
  • Quick On-Line transmission
  • Duplex Fax Transmission and Reception
  • PC-Fax/PC-iFax transmission from PC
  • Internet faxing for lower consumption charges
  • Up to 999-Number Auto Dialling
  • Multi Access Function

Document Security

  • IP/MAC address filtering restricts unauthorised access
  • Data Security Kit encrypts and erases confidential data
  • Confidential Print allows printing with PIN code
  • User Authentication for Network Scanning

Intergrated Document Management

  • Document Filing improves workflow effiency by enabling reuse of processed job data on hard disk
  • Intuitive Sharpdesk™ provides easy desktop management of documents in over 200 file types 

Reliable Heavy-Duty Design

  • Highly rigid frame for higher durability
  • Stable paper feed with full-grip short paper path and small-diameter transfer belt
  • Feedback Process control to maintain image quality

Specifications

 
General
  Type Console
  Engine speed (copy/print) Max. 55 cpm / ppm
  Paper Size Max. A3 min. A5R
  Paper weight Paper trays 1 & 2: 60 to 105 g/m2
    Paper trays 3 (multi-purpose tray) & 4: 60 to 205 g/m2
    Multi-bypass feeder: 52 to 205 g/m2
    (single feed: 52 to 59 g/m2)
  Paper capacity (80 g/m2) 3,100 sheets (800 + 1200 + 500 x 2 + 100), max 6,600 sheets with optional large capacity tray
  Memory 128MB upgradeable to 384MB, 40GB HDD
  First copy time*1 3.9 seconds
  Warm-up time*2 Less that 120 seconds
  Power requirements 230-240V AC ± 10%, 50 Hz
  Power consumption 9max.) 1.84 kW
  Dimensions (W x H x D) 728 x 679 x 1,192 mm
  Weight Approx. 185 kg
Copier
  Original paper size Max. A3
  Continous copy Max. 999 copies
  Resolution Scan: 600dpi    Print: 600dpi
  Graduation (scanning) 256 levels
  Zoom range 25 to 400% (25 to 200% using DSPF) in 1% increments
  Preset copy ratios 10 ratios (5R/5E) in metric system
  Features

Auto magnification/paper selection, XY zoom, Paper type selection, Auto tray switching, Book copy, Rotation copy, Electronic sorting, Rotation sort, Network tandem copy, Document filing, 2-sided copy orientation change, Card shot, margin shift, Edge/centre erase, Copy auditing (500 accounts), Cover/transparency insertion, Multi shot (2-in-1/4-in-1), Pamphlet copy, Job build, B&W reverse, Dual page copy, Reserved copy, Tab copy, Tab page insertion, Job programme, Irregular original/paper size input, Mirror image, Pre-heat/auto power shut-off modes

Network Scanner*5 (Option, for Windows only)

  Resolution 200 x 200, 300 x 300, 400 x 400, 600 x 600 dpi
  Compatibility TWAIN compliant (push out method)
  File format PDF, TIFF, TIFF-F, TIFF-FX
  Features Scan to E-mail/ Desktop (Sharpdesk™) / FTP Server / HDD,  Sharpdesk™ utility (10 licenses), LDAP for easy e-mail address browsing and storage, E-mail/file name entry from control panel, Internet Fax, PC-iFax transmission
Network Printer*6 (Option)
  Resolution 600 dpi, equivalent to 1,00 dpi (with smoothing)
  Interface IEEE 1284, USB 1.1 (Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP only), USB 2.0 (Windows 2000/XP only), 10 Base-T/100Base-TX,
  Supported OS Windows NT® 4.0, Windows® 95/98/Me/2000/XP, Mac OS 8.6 to 9.x, Mac OS X 10.1.5, 10.2 to 10.2.8 (not 10.2.2)*7
  Network protocols TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, EtherTalk, NetBEUI
  PDL emulation Standard: PCL 6/5e
    Option: PS3*7
  Available fonts 80 fonts for PCL, 136 fonts for PS3*7
  Features*8 Duplex print, Pamphlet style, Binding edge, N-up (2/4/6/8), Paper/output tray selection, Cover/chapter insertion, Transparency interleave,  Print with stapling, Offset output, Toner save mode, Negative image, Mirror image, Zoom, tab print, Font download, Auto configuration, Watermarks, form overlay, Print auditor, Fit to page, Job retention (print hold, confidential print, proof print), Network tandem print, Carbon copy print, Document filing, Direct printing of PDF and TIFF files, Barcode font compatibility, Printer administration utility & printer status monitor, Network security with IP/MAC address filtering
Facsimile*11 (Option)
  Compression Method MH/MR/MMR/JBIG
  Communication Protocol Super G3/G3
  Transmission Time Less than 3 seconds*12
  Modem Speed 33,600 bps to 2,400 bps with automatic fallback
  Transmission resolution Standard 203.2 x 97.8 dpi, up to 406.4 x 391 dpi
  Recording width A3 to A5
  Memory Standard 2MB, expandable to 10MB
with optional 8MB flash memory
  Grey scale levels Equivalent to 256 levels
  Features Duplex transmission/reception, PC-Fax transmission, Quick On-line transmission, F-code compatibility, 999 rapid dials, Memory transmission / reception, Confidential communication, Timer transmission, Broadcasting for both G3 and iFax, Auto reduction/reception, Rotation transmission, Long original transmission, Transit message, Edge/centre erase, Multi shot, Card shot, Transmission/reception result, Error correction mode
 *1 When feeding A4 sheets from 1st paper tray, A4 original scanned on document glass
      in Auto Exposure mode.
 *2 At rated voltage, 25C°, 65% RH.
 *3 Not available when equipped with a finisher.
 *4 Not available in some regions.
 *5 Optional AR-NS3 Network Scanner Expansion Kit required. Optional AR-P19 Printer
      Expansion Kit required.
 *6 For printing and network printing, AR-P19 is required.
 *7 Optional AR-PK5 PS3 Expansion Kit required.
 *8 Some features are not available according to the printer driver used.
 *9 Certain PDF and TIFF files may not print out this way.
*10 Optional AR-PF1 barcode Font Kit required.
*11 Optional AR-FX8 Fax Expansion Kit required.
*12 Based on Sharp standard chart (A4 size, 6% coverage) at standard resolution in
      Super G3 mode,33,600 bps, JBIG compression.
*13 AR-P19 is also required.
 
Design and specification are subject to change without prior notice.