AL-2021 Digital Multifunctional System A Compact Multifunctional System with Full-Colour Scanning Copy Print Colour Scan Sharpdesk AL-2021 Digital Multifunctional System Speedy Copying and Quick First Copy Time The AL-2021 has a quick first copy time of 8.0 seconds to save valuable time when performing multiple short-run jobs. And with a continuous copy rate of 20 cpm, you can do more copy jobs in less time. Superb Image Quality 600-dpi resolution and 256-level greyscale ensure finely detailed reproduction, while Digital Auto Exposure Control provides optimum copy contrast. For the best results, users can select Text mode for text-only originals or Photo mode that gives detailed, high-quality reproduction of photos and delicate halftone images. 20 CPM SOPM and Electronic Sorting The AL-2021’s Scan Once/Print Many (SOPM) function does one scan of multiple-page documents and stores them in memory for making up to 99 copies of each page. The Electronic Sorting function then automatically collates multiple sets of copies in page order without the aid of a sorter. Original Analogue AE Digital AE Other Key Features Fast Printing with Sharp Technology The AL-2021 is a high-performance printer incorporating 20 Sharp Printer Language with Compression (SPLC) PPM technology. SPLC effectively reduces the data size of print jobs, speeding up the data transfer time and printing process while improving overall throughput. Also, the RIP Once/Print Many (ROPM) function saves print data in the AL-2021’s internal memory and transfers it to output at a quick rate of 20 ppm in 600-dpi resolution. • Wide zoom range from 25% to 400% with 5 preset ratios • 250-sheet paper tray + 50-sheet multi-bypass feeder • Cost-efficient Toner Save mode • Pre-Heat/Auto Power Shut-Off modes • Space-saving wingless design Specifications (tentative) GENERAL Full-Colour Scanning The AL-2021 has 600 x 600-dpi full-colour scanning capability, complete with powerful utility software. Operation is quick and easy—simply press the Scan button, select an application, and press Start. Up to six pre-registered applications are available, including Sharpdesk, e-mail, Microsoft® Word, OCR, PC-fax, and a different application of your choice. Button Manager allows you to change/assign these destination applications and scan settings. With support for the TWAIN standard, the AL-2021 lets you import scanned images to a commercially available TWAIN-compliant application. Sharpdesk desktop document management software lets you easily organise, search, edit, and distribute your scanned documents. And Sharpdesk Composer combines different types of files into a single document through simple Sharpdesk screen drag-and-drop operation. One-Touch ID Card Copy The AL-2021 has a dedicated key for easy copying of both sides of a card (ID cards, credit cards, etc.) onto a single page. CARD Front Back CARD Type Paper size Paper capacity First copy time*1 Warm-up time Memory Power requirements Power consumption (max.) Dimensions (W x D x H) Weight (approx.)*3 Desktop Max. A4 (8 1/2" x 14"), min. A6 (5 1/2" x 8 1/2") 300 sheets (250 + 50) 8.0 seconds – (Auto Start mode)*2 32MB Rated local AC voltage ±10%, 50/60 Hz 1.0 kW 518 x 445 x 298 mm (20 1/2" x 17 5/8" x 11 3/4") 15.9 kg (35.1 lbs) COPIER Copy speed Original size Continuous copy Resolution Gradation Zoom range Preset copy ratios Max. 20 cpm (A4, 8 1/2" x 11") Max. A4 (8 1/2" x 14") 99 Scan: 600 x 600 dpi (Photo mode) 600 x 300 dpi*4 (AE/Text mode) Print: 600 x 600 dpi 256 levels 25% to 400% in 1% increments 5 ratios (3 reduction + 2 enlargement) PRINTER Print speed Resolution Interface Supported OS PDL (emulation) Max. 20 ppm (A4, 8 1/2" x 11") 600 dpi USB 2.0 Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8 SPLC (Sharp Printer Language with Compression) COLOUR SCANNER Scan method Resolution Protocols Interface Supported OS Scanner utilities Push scan (via control panel), pull scan (TWAIN compliant application) 600 x 600 dpi (setting range: 50 to 9,600 dpi) TWAIN, WIA (Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8), STI USB 2.0 Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8 Button Manager, Sharpdesk, Composer *1: When feeding A4 (8 1/2" x 11") sheets from paper tray. May vary depending on operating conditions and environment. *2: Auto Start mode allows the user to go to reserved copy by pushing the start key while the machine is turning on after being off or in energy-saving mode. Copying starts automatically once the machine has turned on. *3: Not including toner/developer. *4: Can be changed to 600 x 600 dpi via user setting. • Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other brand names and product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Distributed by: © SHARP CORPORATION (MAR. 2014)