Key facts
- Brand
- Sharp
- Model
- FO-51
- Category
- Fax machine
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-03-28
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Sharp FO-11/FO-51/FO-71 Fax Operation Manual
User Manual 162 pages · 8 MB · EN
This manual explains how to install and operate Sharp's FO-11, FO-51, and FO-71 fax machines. It covers setup, sending and receiving faxes, copying, telephone functions, and connecting an answering machine.
Additional sections provide details on special functions such as caller ID and duplex ringing, list printing, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting with message codes.
Sharp FO-51 specifications
| Modem speed | 9,600 bps with automatic fallback |
|---|---|
| Resolution (Standard) | 3.85 lines/mm |
| Resolution (Fine/Halftone) | 7.7 lines/mm |
| Resolution (Super fine) | 15.4 lines/mm |
| Standby power consumption | 4.0 W |
| Maximum power consumption | 115 W |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 304 mm x 236 mm x 122 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 2.6 kg |
| Power requirements | 220‑240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Relative humidity | 30 % – 85 % RH |
| Memory size (FO‑51/FO‑71 only) | 448 KB (≈ 17 pages) |
| Automatic document feeder capacity | 5 pages max (A4, 80 g/m² paper) |
All Sharp FO-51 documents by type
User Manual 2
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How many pages can the automatic document feeder handle?
The feeder can hold up to 5 pages of A4, 80 g/m² paper.
What is the modem speed of the fax machine?
It operates at 9,600 bps with automatic fallback to lower speeds.
