Sharp MX-3100N User Manual
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USING TWO MACHINES TO MAKE A LARGE
NUMBER OF COPIES (Tandem Copy)
Two machines connected to the same network can be used to run a large copy job in parallel.
Each machine prints half of the copies, reducing the time required to complete the job.
Master machine and slave machine
In the following explanation, the master machine is the machine that is used to scan the originals. The slave machine is
another machine specified in the master machine that only helps print the copies; it is not used to scan the originals.
Before using tandem copy
• To use this function, two machines must be connected to your network. Even if more machines are connected to the
network, this function can only be used to have one other machine share a job.
• To use the tandem copy function, "Tandem Connection Setting" must be configured in the system settings
(administrator).
• When configuring the system settings in the master machine, the IP address of the slave machine is required. For the
port number, it is best to use the initial setting (50001). Unless you experience difficulty with this setting, do not
change the port number. The tandem settings should be configured by your network administrator. If the master
machine and slave machine will switch roles, configure the IP address of the master machine in the slave machine.
The same port number can be used for both machines.
1
Place the original.
Place the original face up in the document feeder tray, or face down on the document glass.
2
Select tandem copy.
(1) Touch the [Special Modes] key.
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(2) Touch the [Tandem Copy] key so that it is
highlighted.
(3) Touch the [OK] key.
You will return to the base screen of copy mode.
Master machine
4 sets of copies are
made
2 sets of
copies
Network environment
Slave machine
2 sets of
copies
Special Modes
1
2
Card Shot
Multi Shot
OK
Dual Page
Copy
Tandem
Copy
Tab Copy
Transparency
Inserts
Erase
Job
Build
Book Copy
Covers/Inserts
Margin Shift
Pamphlet Copy
(3)
(2)