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This manual describes the copier, printer, and scanner functions of the MX-M182/MX-M182D/MX-M202D/MX-M232D 
digital multifunctional system. 

This machine has been designed to provide convenient copying features in a minimum amount of office space and 
with maximum operational ease. To get full use of all machine features, be sure to familiarise yourself with this 
manual and the machine. For quick reference during machine use, SHARP recommends printing out this manual 
and keep it in a handy location.

The manuals for the machine are as follows:

This manual explains:

• Specifications
• Cautions for using the machine in safety

This manual explains:

• How to install the software that allows the machine to be used as a printer and scanner for your computer
• Part names of the machine
• Available paper type for this machine
• Basic copy procedure and advanced copy functions

(For example: rotating the image 90 degrees, copying multiple originals onto a single sheet of paper)

• Basic print procedure and other frequently used print functions

(For example: fitting the printed image to the paper, enlarging/reducing the print image)

• Scanning on the machine and from a computer
• Toner cartridge replacement and peripheral devices
• Troubleshooting for using the machine

An "R" appearing at the end of an original or paper size (A4R (5-1/2" x 8-1/
2"R, 8-1/2" x 11"R), etc.) indicates that the original or paper is oriented 
horizontally as shown on the right.
Sizes that can be placed only in the horizontal (landscape) orientation (B4, 
A3 (8-1/2" x 14", 11" x 17")) do not contain the "R" in their size indication.

• Where "MX-XXXX" appears in this manual, please substitute the name of your model for "XXXX". For the name 

of your model, see "DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MODELS" 

.

• The screen images and procedures that appear in this manual are mainly for Windows Vista. With other 

versions of Windows, some screen images may be different from those in this manual.

• For information on using your operating system, refer to your operating system's manual or online Help.

The display screens, messages, and key names shown in the manual may differ from those on the actual machine 
due to product improvements and modifications.

<Horizontal (Landscape) orientation>

This manual refers to the Single Pass Feeder as the "SPF".

This manual refers to the Reversing Single Pass Feeder as the "RSPF".

This manual covers the following models.

Both specifications are quoted where applicable.

For example:
Page 4..................................B4 and A3 (8-1/2" x 14" and 11" x 17")
Start Guide ...........................50%, 70%, 81%, 86%, 100%, 115%, 122%, 141%, 200% (50%, 64%, 77%, 95%, 

100%, 121%, 129%, 141%, 200%)

Although AB series size indications are shown on the operation panel of this manual, inch series indications are 
displayed on the inch series machines.

Warns the user that injury may result if the contents of the warning are not properly followed.

Cautions the user that damage to the machine or one of its components may result if the contents 
of the caution are not properly followed.

Notes provide information relevant to the machine regarding specifications, functions, 
performance, operation and such, that may be useful to the user.

(With optional SPF/RSPF installed)

(With optional SPF/RSPF installed)

20CPM/23CPM

18CPM

Two (250 x 2)

One (250 x 1)

This chapter explains how to install and configure the software that is required for the printer and scanner functions 
of the machine. 

The CD-ROM that accompanies the machine contains the following software:

The printer driver enables you to use the printer function of the machine.
The printer driver includes the Print Status Window. This is a utility that monitors the machine and informs you of the 
printing status, the name of the document currently being printed, and error messages.

The scanner driver allows you to use the scanning function of the machine with TWAIN-compliant and 
WIA-compliant applications.

Button Manager allows you to use the scanner menus on the machine to scan a document.

Sharpdesk is an integrated software environment that makes it easy to manage document and image files and 
launch applications.

This enables you to send a fax from your computer to a fax machine via the machine (when the fax option is 
installed).

Check the following hardware and software requirements before installing the software.

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1

The machine's USB 2.0 port will transfer data at the speed specified by the USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed) only if the Microsoft USB 2.0 

driver is preinstalled in the computer, or if the USB 2.0 driver for Windows 2000 Professional/XP/Vista/7 that Microsoft provides 
through its "Windows Update" is installed.

*

2

Compatible with Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows Vista, or 

Windows 7 preinstalled models equipped with a USB interface as standard.

*

3

• The machine does not support printing from a Macintosh environment.
• Administrator’s rights are required to install the software using the installer.

This manual refers to the CD-ROM that accompanied the machine simply as "CD-ROM".

Computer type

IBM PC/AT or compatible computer equipped with a USB 2.0

*1

/1.1

*2

Operating system

*3

Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows 
Vista, Windows 7

Other hardware requirements

An environment on which any of the operating systems listed above can fully operate

The power switch is located on the left side of the machine.

If the cable is connected, a Plug and Play window 
will appear. If this happens, click the "Cancel" 
button to close the window and disconnect the 
cable.

• In Windows XP, click the "start" button, click 

"My Computer", and then double-click the 
CD-ROM icon.

• In Windows 2000, double-click "My Computer", 

and then double-click the CD-ROM icon.

• In Windows 7, if a message screen appears 

asking you for confirmation, click "Yes".

• In Windows Vista, if a message screen appears 

asking you for confirmation, click "Allow".

• The screen images in this manual are mainly for Windows Vista. With other versions of Windows, some screen 

images may be different from those in this manual.

• If an error message appears, follow the instructions on the screen to solve the problem. After the problem is 

solved, the installation procedure will continue. Depending on the problem, you may have to click the "Cancel" 
button to exit the installer. In this case, reinstall the software from the beginning after solving the problem.

The cable will be connected in step 12.

You can show the "SOFTWARE LICENSE" in 
a different language by selecting the desired 
language from the language menu. To install 
the software in the selected language, 
continue the installation with that language 
selected.