Versatility and performance, all in one reliable unit: that’s the Sharp AR-M237 IMAGER. This powerful multifunctional copier/printer combines a fast 23-ppm print/copy speed and time-saving reverse ADF and auto-duplexing features with exceptional 1200-dpi laser output to keep workflow moving forward and looking great. Convenient options expand its functionality to include network printing and scanning, Super G3 faxing, web-based management, as leading edge security features.
Features
Powerful Productivity Quick 23-ppm copy output Standard 100-sheet Reverse auto-document feeder Ease-to-program job build feature can output up to 500 sheets, or 1000 sheets with optional AR-FN5N finisher. 48 MB standard memory, expandable to 1,072 MB Standard 1,100-sheet paper capacity expandable to 2,100 sheets to handle busy workgroups User-friendly animated graphical interface with touch-screen display Administration Utility Suite provides easy-to-use tools and software for simplified installation, monitoring and operation High-efficiency Out-of-the-Box PC Printing 1200 x 600 dpi (enhanced) resolution for professional-quality output Host-based print controller utilizing JBIG compression to reduce job file size Standard USB-2.0 interface transfer data up to 40 times faster than USB-1.1 Time-saving features such as N-up printing, fit-to-page, auto-duplexing and sorting Convenient PCL6 Network Printing Option PCL6 Print Controller option with standard imbedded networking for enhanced performance and functionality 64 MB standard memory and 10/100baseT networking for optimum productivity. Carbon copy print mode, cover pages, proof printing and optional form/font downloads save time and outsourcing costs Auditing and job retention features allow print tracking for greater cost accounting Integrated Network Scanning AR-NS2 Network Scanning Kit option transforms the unit into a powerful document distribution system Versatile features include Scan to E-mail, Scan to Desktop, Scan to FTP, and Scan to URL . Scanned documents saved to PDF and TIFF for optimum compatibility Scan destinations can be selected manually through QWERTY keyboard on touch screen or even more efficiently via up to 200 one-touch destinations which can be entered and stored Built-in LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) enables fast searching of your mail server’s global address book for e-mail destinations For added security, user-level authentication provides ability to restrict network scan access to authorized users Super G3 Fax Functionality The optional Super G3 Fax Module expands unit into a powerful workgroup fax Duplex scanning, F-code communication and ledger-size reception handles virtually every type of fax requirement Broadcasts to up to 200 destinations, stores up to 500 auto-dial numbers LAN fax function lets users transmit documents right from their desktop for added ease and productivity (requires PCL6 controller option) Leading-Edge Security Features Several levels of network and data security to ensure only authorized users can access sensitive information Confidential Print requires PIN code to print queued document, safeguarding against unauthorized viewing User Authentication protects network against unauthorized e-mail communication IP/MAC Address Filtering restricts network access to the unit Data Security Kit protects data with encryption and sanitizes memory by overwriting the encrypted document data (available late 2003)
Specifications
Copy Speed 23 copies per minute (8 1/2" x 11") 16 copies per minute (8 1/2" x 11"R) 13 copies per minute (8 1/2" x 14") 12 copies per minute (11" x 17") Automatic Duplex N/A Original Size 11" x 17" Max Paper Feed Standard: (2) 500-sheet cassettes Standard: (1) 100-sheet manual bypass tray Optional: (1) 500 sheet paper feed unit or (1)1000-sheet paper feed unit (500 x 2) Recommended Monthly Volume 75K/Monthly max. Print Speed Standard JBIG controller: 15 pages per minute (single print mode), 23 pages per minute (ROPM mode). Page Description Language Standard controller: hostbased PCL6(XL), PCL5e, PS3 (with optional AR-P17 Print Controller) Optional PCL6 controller: 23 pages per minute Modem / Transmission Speed 33.6 KBPS 5 / Approximately 2 seconds with JBIG 5 (with optional AR-FX7 Super G3 Fax Kit)