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Sharp FO-785 Fax Operation Manual
This manual covers everything needed to set up and operate the Sharp FO-785 fax machine, including unpacking, installation, configuration of the operation panel, and connection of telephone lines. It also details how to send and receive faxes, make copies, use special functions, and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
Key sections include Installation, Sending Documents, Receiving Documents, Making Copies, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting, along with specifications such as memory size, power requirements, dimensions, and supported reception modes.
Sharp FO-785 specifications
| Memory size | 512 KB (≈30 pages) |
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| Modem speed | 14400 bps with fallback |
| Automatic document feeder capacity | 10 sheets max |
| Power supply | 220‑240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Stand‑by power consumption | 2.3 W |
| Maximum power consumption | 115 W |
| Dimensions | Width 343 mm × Depth 313 mm × Height 312 mm |
| Weight | ≈3.4 kg |
| Resolution (standard) | Horizontal 8 lines/mm, Vertical 3.85 lines/mm |
All Sharp FO-785 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the memory capacity of the Sharp FO-785 fax?
It has a 512 KB memory, which holds about 30 average pages when ECM is turned off.
What power does the Sharp FO-785 consume in standby and maximum modes?
Stand‑by power consumption is 2.3 W, and the maximum power consumption is 115 W.
