MX-6500N
– 65 Pages Per Minute (Copy/Print)
– 150 Scans Per Minute
– Color Copy, Network Print & Network Scan Functionality
– 15.4″ fully customizable, color touchscreen panel with web browser
– Integrated swing-out keyboard
– Easy-to-use Document Filing System with Real-time Image Preview and Document Editing
– Automatic Double-sided Printing
– PostScript Printing lets you print from any computer, including a Mac
– Optional Fiery Color Prin Server
– Scan2 Technology
– 1,200-Sheet and 800-Sheet Tandem Paper Drawers
– 2 x 500 Sheet Paper Drawers
– 150-Sheet Document Feeder
– Up to 12 x 18″ Capability
– Versitile paper capacity and accessories to expand your system as your needs grow
– Advanced finishing options including edge-to-edge printing, stapling & booklet Finishing
– Optional triple Air-feed Paper Handling Technology for Superior Reliability that is virtually Maintenance Free


The MX-6500N high-performance color document system offers exceptional productivity, professional features and world-class image quality at speeds of up to 65 pages per minute. Designed for busy in-plant and on-demand workflow environments, these new models combine a versatile, modular design with a wide range of supported media and powerful output capabilities. Advanced features like edge-to-edge printing, a powerful external Fiery Color Print Server and Sharp’s triple air-feed paper handling offer consistent printing and image quality.
Basic Specifications
Copy/Print Speed
65 Pages Per Minute
MFP Type
High-speed Multifunction Professional Color Document System
Functions
Standard: Color Copy, Color Print, Color Network Print, Color Network Scan
Display Type
15.4″ Fully Customizable, Color Touchscreen Panel with Web Browser
Warm-Up Time
90 Seconds
First Copy Out Time
B&W Glass: 4.0 Seconds or Less
Color Glass: 5.6 Seconds or Less
B&W Duplexing Single-Pass Feeder: 6.5 Seconds or Less
Color Duplexing Single-Pass Feeder: 9.2 Seconds or Less
Job Build
Yes
Retractable Keyboard
No, the Polaris Pro Series features an integrated Swing-out Keyboard
Similar Models
Copy System
Copy Features
– 2-in-1 & 4-in-1
– Account Management
– Auto Color Selection (ACS)
– Auto Magnification Selection (AMS)
– Auto Paper Selection (APS)
– Auto Tray Switching
– Blank Page Skip
– Book Copy
– B/W Reversal
– Card Shot
– Centering
– Center Erase
– Cover Pages
– Custom Image
– Document Filing
– Dual-page Copy
– Edge/Center Erase
– Electronic Sorting
– Insert Pages
– Job Build
– Job Programs
– Job Reservation
– Margin Shift
– Mirror/Reverse Image
– Multi-page Enlargement
– OHP Insertion
– Offset-stacking
– Pamphlet
– Photo Repeat
– Proof Copy
– Rotation Copy
– Scan-once Print-many
– Stamp Mode (Date/Text/Page)
– Tab-paper Insertion
– Tandem Copy
– Watermark
Continuous Copy
Max. 9999 copies
Copy Method
Transfer: Dry Electrostatic
Developer: Dual Component
Development: Magnetic Brush
Drums: OPC
Fusing: Belt
Exposure: White LED
Copy Input Size
Max: 11″ x 17″
Resolution (copy mode)
B&W: 1200 x 1200 dpi
Color: 600 x 600 dpi
Magnification (Zoom) Range
25 – 400% in 1% Increments
(with document feeder 25% – 200%)
Card Shot Feature
Yes
Print System
Print Features
– Auto Configuration
– Bypass Printing
– Carbon Copy Print
– Chapter Inserts
– Confidential Print
– Confidential Batch Print
– Continuous Printing
– Different Cover Page & Last Page
– Direct Printing
– Duplex Printing
– Edge-to-edge Printing
– Electronic Sorting
– Fit-to-page
– Form Overlay
– Image Rotation
– Image Stamp
– Job Bypass Print
– Job Control
– Job Priority
– Job Retention
– Margin Shift
– Mirror Image
– Multiple Pamphlet Print
– Network Tandem Print
– N-up Printing
– Overlay
– Page Interleave
– Pamphlet Printing
– Poster Print
– Print Hold
– Proof Print
– Tab Paper Settings
– Tab Printing
– Tandem Printing
– Transparency Inserts
– User Authentication
– Watermarks
Printer Expansion Kit
Included
Resolution (print mode)
1200 dpi x 1200 dpi
Direct Printing
File Types: TIFF, JPEG, PCL, PRN, TXT, PDF, Encrypted PDF, PostScript and Windows XPS
Methods: FTP, Web page, Email and USB memory
Page Description Language
N/A
Print Drivers
– Windows Server 2003-2008
– Windows XP
– Windows XP x64
– Windows Server 2003-2008 x64
– Windows Vista
– Windows Vista x64
– Windows 7
– Windows 7 x64
– Windows 8
– Windows 8 x64
– MAC OSX (including 10.4, 10.5, 10.6, 10.7)
– All MAC PPD
Printing Protocols
LPR, IPP, PAP, Raw TCP (port 9100), FTP, Novell Pserver/Rprinter
Fonts
PCL: 80 Outline Fonts
PS: 136 Fonts
Scan System
Scan capability (color/B&W)
Color, Monochrome (B&W), Grayscale
Scan Speed
150 Scans Per Minute
Color Scanner Function
Yes
Scan Destinations (number)
Up to 2,000
Scan Destination type
E-mail, Desktop, FTP, Folder (SMB), USB
Optional: Internet fax, Super G3 fax
Image Formats
Monochrome: TIFF, PDF, PDF/A, Encrypted PDF, Compact PDF, XPS
Color: TIFF, JPEG, PDF, Encrypted PDF, XPS
Scan Resolution Settings
600 dpi, 400 dpi, 300 dpi, 200 dpi, 150 dpi, 100 dpi
Compression – Scan Documents
Monochrome: Uncompressed, G3 (MH), G4 (MR/MMR)
Color: JPEG (high, middle, low), Compact PDF
Grayscale
256 Gradations
Exposure
Modes: Text, Text/Photo, Text/Printed-Photo, Photo, Printed Photo, Map, Pale-Color
Settings: Auto Exposure Control or 9-step Manual Exposure
Broadcasting – Document Scanning
Yes
Fax System
Auto Dialing
N/A
Broadcasting – Super G3 Fax
N/A
Compression Type – Fax
N/A
Fax Kit
N/A
Fax Memory
N/A
Group Dialing Destinations
N/A
Inbound Routing
N/A
Long Length Originals
N/A
Modem/Speed
N/A
One Touch Destinations
N/A
Paper Handling
Paper Type
Tandem Trays: 16-28 lb. Bond, Trays 3/4 – 16 lb. Bond to 100 lb. Bristol
Optional Multi-bypass Trays: 15 lb. Bond to 110 lb. Cover
Optional Large Capacity Tray: 16 lb. Bond to 110 lb. Bristol
Optional Large Capacity Cassettes: 16 lb. Bond to 100 lb. Bristol, Thin, Plain, Recycled, Color, Letterhead, Pre-printed, Pre-punched, Embossed, Glossy
Max. Paper Weight
110 lb.
Paper Feed System
Standard: 1,200-Sheet Tandem Tray One, 800-Sheet Tandem Tray Two, 2 x 500 Sheet Paper Trays
Optional: 100-Sheet Bypass Tray, 500-Sheet Bypass Tray, 2-drawer Large Capacity Paper Tray (2,500 sheets per drawer), 3,500-Sheet Large Capacity Cassette, 3,000-Sheet Large Capacity Cassette
Original Feed System
150-sheet duplex single pass feeder (DSPF) with Scan2 Technology
Output Capacity
Main Tray: Up to 1,500 sheets (letter)
Middle Tray: Up to 250 sheets (letter)
Lower Tray: Up to 2,450 sheets (letter)
Originals
Sheets, bound documents
Original Size
Max. 11″ x 17″
Ledger
Yes
Letter / Legal
Yes
Bypass Tray
Optional
Auto Duplexing
Yes
Auto Switching
Yes
Offset Stacking
Yes
Network Expansion Kit
Standard
Connectivity & Control
Network Security
– Document Administration
– IP/MAC Address Filtering
– Protocol Filtering
– Port Management
– User Authentication
Network Protocols
– TCP/IP (IPv4, IPv6, IPSEC)
– SNMPv3
– POP3
– LDAP
– LPD and LPR for Unix
– IPX/SPX for Novell Environments
– 802.1x for Windows and Unix
– SSL (HTTP, IPP, FTP)
– EtherTalk and AppleTalk for Mac environments
Interface Type
RJ-45 Ethernet connection, 10/100 BaseT, USB 2.0
Job Programs
48 Combined
Color Modes
N/A
Data Security Kit
Optional
Account Control
– Up to 1,000 users
– Supports user-number authentication (on device)
– login name/password (on device via LDAP server)
Web-based Management
Yes
Operating Systems
– Windows Server 2003-2012
– Windows XP
– Windows Vista
– Windows 7
– Windows 8
– Windows Terminal Services
– MAC OS X10.4, X10.5, X10.6, X10.7, X10.8
– Novell Netware
– Unix
– Linux and Citrix (XenApp 5.0, 6.0, 6.5)
– SAP device types
Network Operating Systems
– Windows Server 2003-2012
– Windows XP
– Windows Vista
– Windows 7
– Windows 8
– Windows Terminal Services
– MAC OS X10.4, X10.5, X10.6, X10.7, X10.8
– Novell Netware
– Unix
– Linux and Citrix (XenApp 5.0, 6.0, 6.5)
– SAP device types
Memory, Storage & Software
Memory
Standard 5 GB
Max. Jobs in Memory
Up to 100
Hard Disk Drive
1 TB
Microprocessor Type
Up to 1.8 GHz
Electronic Sorting
Yes
Document Management
Yes
Firmware Management
Flash ROM (USB), network update capability and firmware update 1 to N with Sharp Remote Device Management
Software
N/A
Finishing & Options
Options
Drawers, Cabinets & Paper Handling
– MX-LC12: 3.500-sheet Large-capacity Cassette (letter)
– MX-LC13: 5,000-sheet Large-capacity 2-Drawer Air Feed Tray (ledger)
– MX-LCX3N: 3,000-sheet Large-capacity Cassette (ledger)
– MX-MF10: 100-sheet Standard Multi-bypass Tray
– MX-MF11: 500-sheet Multi-bypass Tray (for air-feed drawer)
– MX-TR14: Right Side Exit Tray
– MX-TU14: Center Exit Tray
– MX-LT10: Long Paper Feeding Tray (requires MX-LC13
– MX-ST10: 5,000-sheet Stacker (includes paper cart)
– MX-CA10: Paper Cart
– MX-RB17: Large Capacity Tray Tandem Connecting Kit
Functionality
– MX-PE10: Fiery Color Print Server
– MX-PX10: Fiery Interface Kit
Finishing
– MX-FN21: 4K Stacking 100-Sheet Staple Finisher
– MX-FN22: 4K Stacking 100-Sheet Staple Saddle-stitch Finisher
– MX-CF11: 2-Tray Inserter Unit
– MX-FD10: Multi-folding Unit
– MX-RB12: Standard Paper Pass Unit
– MX-RB13: Relay Unit
– MX-RB14: Paper Pass Unit (for air-feed drawer)
– MX-RB15: Curl Correction Unit
– MX-TM10: Trimmer Unit
– MX-PN13B: 3-Hole Punch Unit (for MX-FN21/FN22)
– AR-SU1: Stamp Unit
– MX-PF10: Bar Code Font Kit
– MX-BM50: Plockmatic Booklet Maker
– MX-GBCX2: GBC SmartPunch Pro
Security, Memory & Drivers
– MX-PUX1: XPS Expansion Kit
– MX-EB11: Compact PDF Kit
– MX-EB15: HDD Mirroring Expansion Kit
– MX-EC50: CAC Reader (requires Data Security Kit)
– MX-FR43U: Commercial Data Security Kit
– MX-AMX1: Application Integration Module
– MX-SL10N: Status Indicator
– Generic Vend Interface Kit
Stapler / Finisher
Optional
Staple Sheet Capacity
100
Saddle Stitch Finisher
Optional
Saddle Stitch Function
Optional
Hole Punching
Optional
Inserter
Optional
Mail Bin Sorter
N/A
Additional Information
Weight
Approx. 503 lbs. (base model)
Size/Dimensions
Approx. 33.25″ (w) x 33.25″ (d) x 48″ (h)
Power Source
24 Volts (supplied by main unit)
Power Consumption
70w or less
ENERGY STAR
Yes
Supplies
– MX-62NTBA Black Toner Cartridge
– MX-75NTCA Cyan Toner Cartridge
– MX-75NTMA Magenta Toner Cartridge
– MX-75NTYA Yellow Toner Cartridge
– MX-62NVBA Black Developer
– MX-62NVSA Cyan/Magenta/Yellow Developer
– MX-62NRSA Drum
Drum Type
OPC
Developer System
Magnetic Brush
Light Source
White LED
Imaging Method
Laser
Fusing System
Heat Roller
RoHS
Yes
Fiery Color Print Server (optional)
Server Type
External
System Software
Fiery FS100 Pro
CPU
Type: Intel Core i5-2400
Speed: 3.4 GHz
Memory
4GB RAM
Hard Disk Drive
1 TB
Operating System
Windows 7 Professional for Embedded Systems x32/x64
Network Connection
RJ45 10/100/100 Base-T
Power
Source: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 6A
Consumption: 125 W (typlical) 350w (max)
Dimensions
Approx. 8.5″ (w) x 14″ (d) x 19.25 (h)
Weight
Approx. 43 lbs.
Options
– Fiery Color Profiler Suite
– Fiery Graphic Arts Package Premium Edition
– Fiery JobMaster
– Fiery Impose
– Fiery Compose
– Fiery JobFlow
– Fiery IMprose-Compose
– Fiery JobMaster-Impose”
– EFI ES 2000 Spectrophotometer
– Fiery Central
– Removable Hard Disk
– FACI Kit (Fiery Integrated Workstation)
Drawers, Cabinets & Paper Handling
– MX-LC12: 3,500-sheet Large-capacity Cassette (letter)
– MX-LC13: 5,000-sheet Large-capacity 2-Drawer Air Feed Tray (ledger)
– MX-LCX3N: 3,000-sheet Large-capacity Cassette (ledger)
– MX-MF10: 100-sheet Standard Multi-bypass Tray
– MX-MF11: 500-sheet Multi-bypass Tray (for air-feed drawer)
– MX-TR14: Right Side Exit Tray
– MX-TU14: Center Exit Tray
– MX-LT10: Long Paper Feeding Tray (requires MX-LC13
– MX-ST10: 5,000-sheet Stacker (includes paper cart)
– MX-CA10: Paper Cart
– MX-RB17: Large Capacity Tray Tandem Connecting Kit
Functionality
– MX-PE10: Fiery Color Print Server
– MX-PX10: Fiery Interface Kit
Finishing
– MX-FN21: 4K Stacking 100-Sheet Staple Finisher
– MX-FN22: 4K Stacking 100-Sheet Staple Saddle-stitch Finisher
– MX-CF11: 2-Tray Inserter Unit
– MX-FD10: Multi-folding Unit
– MX-RB12: Standard Paper Pass Unit
– MX-RB13: Relay Unit
– MX-RB14: Paper Pass Unit (for air-feed drawer)
– MX-RB15: Curl Correction Unit
– MX-TM10: Trimmer Unit
– MX-PN13B: 3-Hole Punch Unit (for MX-FN21/FN22)
– AR-SU1: Stamp Unit
– MX-PF10: Bar Code Font Kit
– MX-BM50: Plockmatic Booklet Maker
– MX-GBCX2: GBC SmartPunch Pro
Security, Memory & Drivers
– MX-PUX1: XPS Expansion Kit
– MX-EB11: Compact PDF Kit
– MX-EB15: HDD Mirroring Expansion Kit
– MX-EC50: CAC Reader (requires Data Security Kit)
– MX-FR43U: Commercial Data Security Kit
– MX-AMX1: Application Integration Module
– MX-SL10N: Status Indicator
– Generic Vend Interface Kit