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INTRODUCTION
The AR-C160 copier is a digital color image processing copier which provides
high productivity at a color copy speed of 16 copies/minute and convenient
features including intelligent image-editing functions.
Amongst its many useful features and functions are the document feeder
(optional), photo copying, internal auditor, and various special functions such as
dual page copying, margin shift, erase, XY zoom, and NEG./POS. reverse
functions. This copier can be equipped with an optional large capacity tray which
holds 3,000 sheets of copy paper. The machine can also be equipped with an
optional staple sorter or an optional finisher with offset stack function to provide
finished copy sets ready for distribution.
This copier was also designed with ease of use in mind. The easy-to-understand
operation panel with touch panel system and INFORMATION function will guide
the user through most operations. To gain the maximum benefit of all the copier
features, however, it is recommended that users first read this manual to become
familiar with all the copier features.
NOTES:
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This manual describes only copier features. For a description of optional
printer features, see the separate relevant manual. A brief description of
operation in the PRINT mode is, however, written on pages 1-10 to 1-12.
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This copier can be equipped with an optional document cover or reversing
automatic document feeder (RADF). The illustrations in this manual are
mainly for the copier with an optional RADF installed.
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The display on the touch panel varies with installation of optional equipment.
The illustrations of the touch panel in this manual are mainly for the copier with
an optional RADF (AR-RF1) installed.
USING THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended as an operation guide for both general users and key
operators.
For General Users
It is recommended that you read the GETTING STARTED, MAKING COPIES,
and SPECIAL FUNCTIONS sections to become familiar with the available
features and functions of your copier. Then refer to the manual as needed to
become thoroughly familiar with those features you will normally use.
For Key Operators
Please read all sections thoroughly to become familiar with all features and
functions of your copier. Throughout the manual, information which is relevant
to key operator functions is noted by “
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KEY OPERATOR.
” Please pay close
attention to these notes and to the SUPPLIES, COPIER TROUBLE?, GENERAL
INFORMATION, and OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT sections so you can ensure
smooth and efficient operation of your machine.
A separate KEY OPERATOR’S GUIDE has been written especially for you. It
contains the programs and programming information that will enable you to tailor
functions for maximum benefit to your company.
