SHARP AL-841 Operation Manual
Summary
The SHARP AL-841 is a powerful digital laser multifunction device combining copier, printer, and scanner capabilities, ideal for any professional or office environment needing reliable document management. This comprehensive operation manual is your essential resource, guiding you through every function of the unit. It provides detailed steps for getting started, printing from various applications (including MS-DOS), scanning images using TWAIN-compatible software, managing printer drivers, and solving common operational issues. Whether you are a novice user or simply need quick reference, this guide ensures you maximize the AL-841's full potential with clear instructions and specifications.
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AL-841
MODEL
AL-841
DIGITAL LASER COPIER/ PRINTER/SCANNER PRINTER/SCANNER OPERATION MANUAL
● GETTING STARTED
● PRINTING
● SCANNING
● TROUBLE?
SHARP CORPORATION
● APPENDIX
PRINTED IN CHINA
99M KS
TINSE7318XCZZ
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AL-841 MODEL AL-841 DIGITAL LASER COPIER/ PRINTER/SCANNER PRINTER/SCANNER OPERATION MANUAL ● GETTING STARTED ● PRINTING ● SCANNING ● TROUBLE? SHARP CORPORATION ● APPENDIX PRINTED IN CHINA 99M KS TINSE...
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CONTENTS GETTING STARTED INTRODUCTION 2 Making floppy disks from CD-ROM 3 MAIN FEATURES 3 CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE 4 INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE 5 Description of the printer driver 5 ...
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GETTING STARTED This chapter provides basic information for using the SHARP AL-841 and its features. INTRODUCTION This manual describes only the printer and scanner features of the AL-841. To get full...
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etting S tarted INTRODUCTION Making floppy disks from CD-ROM The driver data in the CD-ROM can be copied to floppy disks. Windows 95/Windows 98/Windows NT 4.0: Insert the installation CD-ROM into the ...
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CONNECTING THE INTERFACE CABLE To use the AL-841 as a laser printer or scanner, connect it to your computer using a parallel interface cable. Use the parallel interface cable included with the AL-841....
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etting S tarted INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE Description of the printer driver The printer driver is the software program which runs the printer. It converts the data in your file into infor...
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INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE Windows 95/Windows NT 4.0: Load paper into the paper tray of the machine. For instructions on loading paper, see the section LOADING COPY PAPER in the copier ope...
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etting S tarted INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE Insert the installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Click the Start button and select Run. When the screen shown below appears, type R:\SETUP (...
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INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE Windows 98: Load paper into the paper tray of the machine. For instructions on loading paper, see the section LOADING COPY PAPER in the copier operation manual. ...
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etting S tarted INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE Windows driver file search will find the device “SHARP AL-841”. Click the Next button and follow the on-screen instructions. Insert the installat...
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INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE Windows 3.1x: Load paper into the paper tray of the machine. For instructions on loading paper, see the section LOADING COPY PAPER in the copier operation manual...
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etting S tarted INSTALLING THE PRINTER DRIVER SOFTWARE “SHARP AL-841” driver group When the drivers are installed, the SHARP AL-841 driver group will be created. This group allows the following functi...
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PRINTING PRINTING A PAGE The printing method is described below. Read the description with the operation manual for the application to be used. Before you can use this machine as a printer, you must i...
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rinting PRINTING A PAGE If the paper size specified from the software application is larger than the paper size in the machine, the image may be printed onto two sheets of paper. If the paper size spe...
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SETTING PRINT CONDITIONS FROM PRINTER DRIVER The setting method for items in the printer driver are described below. Also refer to the printer driver help for more information. Before setting the prin...
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rinting SETTING PRINT CONDITIONS FROM PRINTER DRIVER The properties of the SHARP AL-841 printer driver will be displayed. If you use Windows 95/Windows 98, click the Driver Setup tab to display the fo...
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PRINTING FROM AN MS-DOS APPLICATION You can execute printing from an MS-DOS application which has been executed from the MS- DOS prompt in Windows. This machine can only print from applications run fr...
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rinting PRINTING FROM AN MS-DOS APPLICATION Settings on the front panel Paper size, tray selection, and other options are set from the front panel. Use the following procedure to start the front panel...
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SCANNING SCANNING AN IMAGE Before you can scan images using the AL-841 from a TWAIN-compatible application, you must install the supplied SHARP TWAIN interface software. This software is automatically...
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canning SCANNING AN IMAGE Scanning from a TWAIN-compatible application Menu names and their options are different for each application. When multiple sources are available, choose a command to select ...
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TROUBLE? TROUBLESHOOTING Some problems are common to the copier, printer and scanner features, so also check TROUBLESHOOTING of the copier operation manual. “Copier” in the column “See page:” indicate...
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Trouble? TROUBLESHOOTING Possible cause Solution page:Problem The machine The interface cable might Check the interface cable prints wrong not be connected properly. connection. data or incorrect The ...
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USING OTHER INSTALLED DRIVERS If you use another GDI printer or Windows Printing Systems printer, interference between printers may occur and printing may not be performed properly. To use another GDI...
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Trouble? USING OTHER INSTALLED DRIVERS Windows 3.1x: Double-click the Control Panel icon in the Main window of Program Manager. Double-click the Printers icon. The Printers window will then open. Sele...
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APPENDIX PRINTER SPECIFICATIONS Resolution 600dpi or 300dpi can be selected Page description language SHARP GDI Page orientation Portrait or landscape First print time Approx. 20 seconds* Print speed ...
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ppendix SCANNER SPECIFICATIONS Scanning method Flatbed scanner with moving scanning head Light source Fluorescent lamps Sensor CCD Scanning range Max. 8.3inch (W) x 13.8inch (H) Resolution 300dpi, 400...
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PARALLEL INTERFACE This machine uses a bi-directional parallel interface. Use the interface cable attached to the AL- 841. For specifications of the parallel interface of your computer, see its operat...
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ppendix PRINT AREA The print area of this machine is shown below. Portrait Landscape Paper size Print area 600 dpi Paper size Letter Legal Invoice A4 A5 B5 Folio Foolscap 300 dpi Paper size Letter Leg...
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SOFTWARE LICENSE PLEASE READ THIS LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE. BY USING THE SOFTWARE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. 1. License. The application, demonstrat...
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7. Disclaimer of Warranty on Software. You expressly acknowledge and agree that use of the Software is at your sole risk. The software and related documentation are provided “AS IS” and without warran...
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AL-841 MODEL AL-841 DIGITAL LASER COPIER/ PRINTER/SCANNER PRINTER/SCANNER OPERATION MANUAL ● GETTING STARTED ● PRINTING ● SCANNING ● TROUBLE? SHARP CORPORATION ● APPENDIX PRINTED IN CHINA 99M KS TINSE...
Manual Details
| Brand | Sharp |
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| Pages | 32 |
| File Size | 229.61 KB |
| Published | June 06, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I try to print automatically while a copy is being made, what happens?
Printing will be interrupted until copying is finished; however, printing will resume after the copying process completes.
What steps are recommended if this device causes harmful radio frequency interference?
Try reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna, increasing separation distance, connecting it to a different circuit outlet, or consulting an experienced technician.
Where can I find detailed information on the AL-841's technical specifications?
Refer to Appendix 24 for printer specifications and Appendix 25 for scanner specifications.
How do I install the necessary software components for the AL-841?
Follow Chapter 3 instructions for connecting the interface cable, and then utilize the manual steps in Chapter 4 for installing the printer driver software.