HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
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RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 1: Printer Overview How to use the guide The HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) is designed to provide installers and technicians with quick, efficient lookup of related procedures, components and terms. The Guide can be used effectively either in soft or hard copy, depending on the preference of the installer or technician.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Safety Messages (review carefully) Symbol Critical Instructions for Safety purposes Danger: Failure to follow these installation guidelines can result in death or serious injury. Information that raises potential safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (as shown to the left). Caution: To prevent personal injury, refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. HDP600 Overview Reviewing the HDP600 Block Diagram The HDP600 Block Diagram will be created and added to this service document at a future date.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the HDP600 Sequence of Operations The following sequence describes a dual sided full color print job with magnetic encoding. (Note: The HDP625/625-LC Printers have two (2) Card Input Hoppers that load 100 cards in each Hopper.) Step Process 1 The File information is received from the PC. 2 The Heater warms up and/or maintains the heat on the hot Roller using the Thermocouple to help maintain the desired temp.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing HDP 600 Series Card Printer - Sequence of Operations (continued) Step Process 12 The Fan turns ON as required to keep head cool. 13 The Ribbon Drives, Film Drive and Print Platen Stepper turn ON and the Printhead burns the image data until the image data is depleted. All stop. (Note: The Ribbon Encoders and Film Encoders are active during this step.) 14 The Headlift Motor engages, moving the Printhead up until the Headlift Sensor is activated.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing HDP 600 Series Card Printer - Sequence of Operations (continued) Step Process 23 The Film/Ribbon Drives and Print Platen Stepper turn ON to advance the printed portion of the Film into position at the heated Lam Roller Stepper Motor, using the Lamination Film Alignment Sensor. 24 The Headlift Motor engages, moving the Printhead up until the Headlift Sensor is activated. All stop.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the HDP600 Boot up Sequence Step Process 1 The Card feed stepper turns ON (to check for a card on the Flipper table). 2 The Lam Headlift turns until the head up position is returned from the Headlift Sensor). 3 The Film transfer take-up Motor turns ON to take up any slack in the film. 4 The Print Headlift turns until head up position is returned from Headlift Sensor.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Lamination Module Sequence of Operations The LAM sequence of operations begins after printing has occurred with the Card Printer. Step Process 1 The card is fed onto the Lamination Module Flipper Table. 2 The card is fed to the Card Position Sensor. 3 The Lamination Ribbon Motor begins cycling until the Lamination Sensor detects the mark. 4 The Card Feed Motor activates to center the card on the Platen Roller.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Lamination Module Sequence of Operations (continued) Step Process 6 The Card Feed Motor and the Lamination Ribbon Motor activate for the length of the card. 7 The Lamination Roller Lift Motor cycles until the Lamination Roller Lift Sensor detects state change. 8 The card is fed back to the Flipper Table. 9 The Flipper Table Clutch engages.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Lamination Module Boot up Sequence Step Process 1 The Lamination Headlift turns until the head up position is returned from Headlift Sensor. 2 The Lamination Ribbon Motor activates to determine the presence of a roll of lamination. 3 The Lamination Flipper table homes itself. 4 The Card Sensor checks for the presence of a card and ejects it if found. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 2: Specifications The purpose of this section is to provide the User with specific information on the Regulatory Compliances, Agency Listings, Technical Specifications and Functional Specifications for the HDP600, HDP600-LC, HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Safety Messages (review carefully) Symbol Critical Instructions for Safety purposes Danger: Failure to follow these installation guidelines can result in death or serious injury. Information that raises potential safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (as shown to the left). Caution: To prevent personal injury, refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Introduction The purpose of this section is to provide the User with specific information on the Regulatory Compliances, Agency Listings, Technical Specifications and Functional Specifications for the HDP 600 Card Printer/Encoder.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the HDP600 Package These items are included with your HDP600: Unpacking Instructions and Training Video CD Software Installation CD (includes Printer Driver) Cleaning Roller Assembly One (1) power supply with Printer; one (1) power supply with Laminator Card Feed Weights Reviewing the HDP600 (front) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the HDP600 CR100 Card Printer Display A – HDP600 CR100 Printer with detached Output Hopper Display B – HDP600 CR100 Printer with attached Output Hopper HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. HDP600 - Regulatory Compliances Term Description CSA The Printer manufacturer has been authorized by UL to represent the Card Printer as CSA Certified under CSA Standard C22.2 No. 60950-1-03. (cUL) File Number: E145118 FCC The Card Printer complies with the requirements in Part 15 of the FCC rules for a Class B digital device. (Note: These requirements are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Technical Specifications Term Description Accepted Standard Card Sizes HDP600 and HDP600-LC (See Card tab under Printer Adjustments): CR-80: This selection is the default form size for the HDP600. This will print a 3.375 in. L x 2.125 in. W (85.6mm L x 54mm W) image including a .04 over-bleed on each of the 4 sides. This makes the overall form size 2.204 X 3.452 (56 X 87.7 mm).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Technical Specifications (continued) Term Description Accepted Card Thickness .030 in. (30 mil) to .070 in. (70 mil) (.762mm to 1.778mm). Accepted Electronic Card types HID Proximity Cards, Mifare Contactless Smart Cards and Contact Smart Cards (.030 to .040/.762mm to 1.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Technical Specifications (continued) Term Description Dimensions Display Encoding Options (only HDP600 and HDP600-LC) HDP600: 15” H x 26.1” W x 14” D/381mm H x 663mm W x 356mmD HDP600-LC: 15” H x 34.75” W x 14” D/381mm H x 883mm W x 356mmD LC Module: 10 H x 13 W x 14.2D/362mm H x 330mm W x 254mmD HDP600 (CR100): 15” H x 26.1” W x 14” D/381mm H x 663mm W x 356mmD HDP600-LC (CR100): 15” H x 34.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Technical Specifications (continued) Term Description Fargo Certified Supplies Fargo Card Printer/Encoder require highly specialized media to function properly. To maximize printed card quality and durability, Printhead life and Printer/Encoder reliability, use only Fargo Certified Supplies, Fargo warranties are void, where not prohibited by law, when non-Fargo Certified Supplies are used.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Technical Specifications (continued) Term Description Memory 8 MB RAM; expandable to 32 MB RAM Operating Temperature 65º F to 80º F (18º C to 27º C). Options Output Hopper Card Capacity The options are the 32MB RAM Upgrade Kit Printer Cleaning Kit External Print Server (Windows only; required for stand-alone networking of Printer/Encoder) Card Lamination Module HDP600/HDP600-LC 100 cards (.030/.
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RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Technical Specifications (continued) Term Description Resolution 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm) Software Drivers Windows® 2000/XP Supply Frequency 50 Hz / 60 Hz Supply Voltage 100 to 240 VAC, 3.75A (HDP600 and HDP600-LC) 100 to 240 VAC, 4.25A (HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100) System Requirements IBM-PC or compatible. Windows 2000/XP. Pentium™ class 133 MHz computer with 64 MB of RAM or higher, 200 MB free space or higher and USB 1.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Functional Specifications The Card Printer utilizes two different, yet closely related printing technologies to achieve its remarkable print quality for dye-sublimation and resin thermal transfer. See the System Requirements under Technical Specifications.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: Resin Thermal Transfer to USB Interface Port Component Description Resin Thermal Transfer Resin Thermal Transfer is the print method the Printer uses to print sharp black text and crisp bar codes that can be read by both infrared and visible-light bar code scanners.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: Resin Thermal Transfer to USB Interface Port (continued) Component Description Scroll Buttons Used to scroll through menus and sub-menus and to adjust certain menu options. Card Thickness Adjustment Lever Adjusts the Printer to feed varying card thicknesses. Card Cleaning Assembly Automatically cleans cards for higher print quality. (Note: Clean this Assembly after every 1000+ cards or as needed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: LCD and Softkey Control Pad The Printer provides a four line, eighty (80) character LCD Displays that can communicate helpful information about the Printer's operation. The top three lines of the LCD Display will always be used to communicate print status, error messages and menu options. The bottom line of the LCD Display will always be used to communicate the current function of the Printer's softkey buttons.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: LCD and Softkey Control Pad (continued) Component Description Ready / Printer Open Screens Once the Printer has finished its system check and with the Printer closed, the Printer will display READY to indicate that the Printer is ready for operation. (Note: The Printer will stay in this mode until it receives a print job or it is turned OFF.) If the Printer is opened, the Printer Open screen will appear.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: LCD and Softkey Control Pad (continued) Component Description Print Status Screen During operation, the LCD will indicate the current Print Status by showing you the area of the Printer that is active. It does this by displaying the following icons on the second line: FEEDING: Indicates that cards are being fed into the Printer. FLIPPING: Indicates that the card is being transported to the Flipper station.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: LCD and Softkey Control Pad (continued) Component Description The Pause button Use this button to pause the Printer at any time during operation. Note the Printer will always finish its current task before pausing. When the Printer is paused, the LED Light will flash and the Pause softkey button will change to Resume. Press Resume to continue Printer operation.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: LCD and Softkey Control Pad (continued) Component Description Error/Attention The Printer is capable of communicating two similar yet different types Screens of message or prompt screens: The first is called an ATTENTION screen. (Note: This screen appears if an error occurs and will completely stop Printer operation. In this case, the LCD will display ATTENTION on the first line and a brief description of the error on the following lines.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: Print Ribbons The Card Printer utilizes both dye-sublimation and/or resin thermal transfer methods to print images (print to film and transfer film to card). Since the dye-sublimation and the resin thermal transfer print methods each provide their own unique benefits, Print Ribbons are available in dye-sublimation-only and combination dye-sublimation/resin versions.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: Blank Cards Caution: Never run cards with a contaminated, dull or uneven surface through the Printer. Printing onto such cards will ultimately lead to poor print quality. Always store the card stock in its original packaging or in a clean, dust-free container. Do not print onto cards that have been dropped or soiled. Type Description Card Size HDP600 and HDP600-LC: These Card Printers accept standard CR80 sized cards (3.375L x 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: Card Input and Output Hoppers Type Description Card Input Hopper The Card Input Hopper is where cards are initially loaded for printing. Your Printer's hopper provides a large door that opens widely to make card loading simple and closes securely to help protect your card stock.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: Card Output Hopper and Reject Hopper Type Description Card Output Hopper HDP600/HDP-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100: Reject Hopper Shown in the lower right. All standard HDP Card Printers provide a 100-card capacity Card Output Hopper (based on a standard 30 mil card thickness). (Note: This Hopper stores the cards after they are printed.) Shown in the lower left. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Unit: Reviewing the Card Lamination Module Danger: The Printer’s Lamination Roller can reach temperatures exceeding 350° F (175° C). Use extreme caution when operating the Laminator. Never touch the Lamination Roller unless the Printer has been turned off for at least 20 to 30 minutes. Select Printer models support the attachment of an optional Card Lamination Module.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Components: Transfer Roller Danger: The Printer’s Transfer Roller can reach temperatures exceeding 350 degree F (175 C). Use extreme caution when operating the Transfer Roller. Never touch the Lamination Roller unless the Printer Power has been turned off for at least 20 to 30 minutes. Type Description Controls Both the Printer itself and the Printer’s software Driver control the built-in Transfer Roller.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Overlaminates IMPORTANT! Fargo Card Printers require highly specialized overlaminates to function properly. To maximize Printer life, reliability, printed card quality and durability, you must use only Fargo Certified Supplies. For this reason, the Fargo warranty is void, where not prohibited by law, if you use non-Fargo Certified Supplies. To order additional materials, please contact the authorized reseller.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the CR-90 or CR-100 Patch Size Term Description Cross Reference CR-90 or CR-100 PolyGuard Overlaminate is available in a standard CR-80 patch size as well as a CR90 and CR-100 patch size for laminating oversized CR-90 or CR-100 cards. (Note: Thermal Transfer Film overlaminate will accommodate CR-80 and CR-90 card sizes, but is not recommended for CR-100 cards.) See the Loading the Overlaminate.
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RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.)_________________________________________ 3-44 Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) _______________________________ 3-45 Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) _______________________________ 3-46 Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) _______________________________ 3-47 Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Safety Messages (review carefully) Symbol Critical Procedures for Safety purposes Danger: Failure to follow these installation guidelines can result in death or serious injury. Information that raises potential safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (as shown to the left). Caution: To prevent personal injury, refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Introduction Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100. The following guide will walk you through the installation of the Fargo HDP600 Driver. Time Requirement This software installation process will require approximately 2 to 6 minutes (depending on the speed of your PC).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Choosing a Good Location Follow these guidelines: Place the unit in a location with adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Use the Printer's dimensions as a guideline for the minimum clearances to the unit. (Note: Allow for adequate clearance above the unit to accommodate the height of the unit with its covers open.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Loading Procedures Loading the Print Ribbon Note: Fargo Card Printers require highly specialized supplies to function properly. To maximize Printer life, reliability, printed card quality and durability, you must use only Fargo Certified Supplies. For this reason, your Fargo warranty is void, where not prohibited by law, if you use nonFargo Certified Supplies.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Print Ribbon (cont.) Display B – Loading the Print Ribbon (supply spool). (Note: The Print Ribbon comes wound on a gray spool with an orange ring around one side. Match the orange ring on the Ribbon Spool to the orange Hub inside the Printer. When properly installed, the orange ring will be in the upper-right-front position.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Print Ribbon (cont.) Display C – Loading the Print Ribbon (take-up spool) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Print Ribbon (cont.) Display D – The Print Ribbon is shown successfully installed below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading clear HDP Film into the Transfer Station Step Procedure 1 Caution: Ensure that the Printer is turned off and the power cord is unplugged from the Printer. 2 Load the HDP Film into the Transfer Station, as shown in three (3) photos (Displays A to C) in this section. (Note: Be sure the film is fed from underneath both rolls.) See the next page. Display A – Loading the HDP Film (supply spool) (Note No.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading clear HDP Film into the Transfer Station (continued) Display B – Loading the HDP Film (take-up spool). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading clear HDP Film into the Transfer Station (continued) Display C – Loading the HDP Film (take-up spool). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Inserting the Card Cleaning Cartridge Step 1 Procedure Load the Card Cleaning Cartridge, as shown in the three (3) Photos (Displays A to C) in this section. Display A – Removing the white cover sheet HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Inserting the Card Cleaning Cartridge (cont.) Display B – Inserting the Card Cleaning Cartridge HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Inserting the Card Cleaning Cartridge (cont.) Display C – Pressing down on the Cleaning Cartridge until it snaps into place. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Overlaminate (Note: This procedure only applies to the HDP600-LC Laminating Card Printer/Encoder.) The loading process for both the Thermal Transfer Film and the PolyGuard™ Overlaminate material is the same. Refer to the following steps to load either type of overlaminate into the Printer. Danger: Do not touch the metal Lamination Shield or the Lamination Roller when loading the overlaminate. These components can become very hot.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Overlaminate (continued) Step 4 Procedure Place the supply end of the overlaminate roll in between the two black Lamination Drive Hubs. Use the end of the supply roll with the black core plug to push in the spring loaded hub located on the front side of the Printer. (Note: Make certain the overlaminate material is fed from beneath the roll, as shown below.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Overlaminate (cont.) Step 5 Procedure Load the take-up end of the roll just as you loaded the supply end. (Note: When loaded properly, the overlaminate material should feed underneath from and takeup from underneath each roll.) Display B – Loading the overlaminate (take-up spool) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Overlaminate (continued) Step 6 Procedure Close the Lamination Arm by pressing down on the center of the Lamination arm until it snaps into place, as shown below. Caution: Do not reverse the overlaminate roll. Damage may occur to the Lamination Roller! Display C – Securing the Lamination Arm HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Overlaminate (cont.) Step 7 Procedure To complete this section, close the Lamination Module cover. Display D – The Lamination Module is shown with the overlaminate properly installed and the Lamination Arm in the closed position. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer Caution: Do not remove the red Warning sticker across the USB connection. Do not plug in the USB cable until prompted to do so during the installation of the HDP600 Printer Driver. See the Installing the Printer Driver on Windows XP and Windows 2000 procedure (Step 10). (Note: The diagram shown below displays a USB Printer connection.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) Display B - Connecting the AC power cable to the power supply. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) Display C - Connecting the other end of the AC power cable to a Surge Protector. See both notes below. Note No. 1: Instead of connecting the AC power cable directly into an AC outlet, it is recommended that a Surge Protector be used to protect against power surges. Note No. 2: Some buildings have surge protection built into the electrical outlets. Please consult your building supervisor regarding this material.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) Display D - Connecting the plug from the power supply to the Printer as shown below. (Note: If working with a non-Lamination unit, proceed to Display H in this section.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) This applies to the HDP600-LC Printer only. Display E - Connecting the AC power cable to the Card Lamination power supply. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) This applies to the HDP600-LC Printer only. Display F - Connecting the other end of the AC power cable to a Surge Protector. See both notes below. Note No. 1: Instead of connecting the AC power cable directly into an AC outlet, it is recommended that a Surge Protector be used to protect against power surges. Note No. 2: Some buildings have surge protection built into the electrical outlets.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) This applies to the HDP600-LC Printer only. Display G - Connecting the plug from the power supply to the Card Lamination Module, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) Display H – Displays the Printer power switch (ON/OFF). Note No. 1: Turn on the Printer’s power by pressing on the power switch. Note No. 2: Once the HDP600 has been powered on, the Printer will initialize both the Print Ribbon and the HDP Film. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Blank Cards Step 1 Procedure Load the blank cards, as shown in the three (3) photos (Displays A to C) in this section. Display A – Setting the Card Thickness Adjustment Lever to the appropriate setting. Depress the blue tab, move the lever and release it when properly set. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Blank Cards (cont.) Display B – Loading the Blank Cards into the empty Hopper. Note No. 1 (HDP600 and HDP600-LC only): Cycle between Hopper 1 and Hopper 2 by selecting H1 or H2 from the Printer’s SmartScreen™ LCD Control Panel. Note No. 2: Additional information regarding the LCD can be found in the HDP600 User’s Guide. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Blank Cards (cont.) Display C – Inserting the Card Weight (Push to the back). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Driver Installation Procedures Installation Procedures Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver Step 1 Procedure Close down all programs and insert the Software Installation CD into your computer’s CD drive. After a few seconds, the CD’s installer program will automatically open. Follow the CD’s on-screen Procedures to complete installation.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Display A - Select HDP600 Card Printer/Encoder (below) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Display B - Please wait during installation HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step 2 Procedure Click on the Next button to continue with the installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step 3 Procedure a. Read the License Agreement. Select the I accept the terms of the license agreement option. b. Click on the Next button to continue with the installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step 4 Procedure a. Select the Complete option to install the following components: Printer Driver Software Printer Driver User Guide Fargo Diagnostics Utility (Note: Selecting Custom will provide the option to select which components to install.) b. Click Next to continue. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver (Windows 2000 Only) Step 5 Procedure Click on the Install button to begin the installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Step 6 Procedure Wait during the installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step 7 Procedure Select Local Printer attached to this Computer if using the Printer via USB, and then click the Next button. Continue to step 8. OR Select A network Printer, or a Printer attached to another computer if using the Printer via ethernet then click the Next button. Continue to step 10. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step 8 Procedure a. Verify that USB is selected from the Port list. b. Click the Next Button. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step 9 Procedure Connect the USB cable to both the PC and the Printer. Continue to step 11. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step 10 Procedure a. Enter the IP address of the Printer. See Finding the IP Address of the Printer in the HDP600 User Guide for additional Information. b. Click Next to continue. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step 11 Procedure Click the Finish button to complete the Fargo Add Printer Wizard. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Step 12 Procedure Select the Ribbon Type from the dropdown menu. See Display A under this procedural step. OR If the Ribbon Type is not known, select the Auto Ribbon Select button. See Display B under this procedural step. (Note: The Ribbon needs to be installed for this procedure to work.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Display A – Ribbon Type dropdown menu Display B – Auto Ribbon Select button HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Step 13 Procedure a. Click on the Finish button to complete the Setup, as shown below. b. Click on the Install the Fargo Diagnostic Utility (Recommended) for this installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Step 14 Procedure Wait during the installation of the Fargo Printer Diagnostic Utility. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver on (Windows XP only) (cont.) Step 15 Procedure Click on the Yes button to exit the installer, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Step 16 Procedure You have completed this procedure. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printing a Test Print Image Step 1 Procedure a. From your computer’s startup menu, select Settings > Printers and Faxes (Windows XP) or > Printers (Windows 2000). b. Double click on the HDP600 Card Printer under the Printers window. c. Select Printing Preferences under the Printer drop-down menu. This will bring up the HDP600 Printing Preferences window. 2 a. Select the Card tab, then click on the Test Print button, as shown in Display A on the next page. b.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printing a Test Print Image (cont.) Display A - HDP600 Printer Driver Card Tab: HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printing a Test Print Image (cont.) Step 3 Procedure This completes the HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder Installation Guide. For additional help regarding the Test Print and other related items please see the HDP600 Card Printer User Guide located under Start > Programs > Fargo. Refer to the HDP600 Setup Training Video as needed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Card Lamination Module Installation Introduction The following guide provides a step-by-step installation procedure for the HDP600 Lamination Module and Printer Driver Upgrade. Refer to the HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide for details on operating your new card Lamination Module.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Inspecting the Card Lamination Module While unpacking your Lamination Module, inspect the carton to ensure that no damage has occurred during shipping. (Note: Make sure that all supplied accessories are included with your unit.) Your new Lamination Module is packaged in a standard HDP600 Card Printer/Encoder carton. (Note: It is recommended that you save the packaging in the event that you need to transport the Card Printer/Encoder/Laminator at a future date.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module Tools Needed: #2 Phillips screwdriver, Torx T-10 screwdriver Parts Included: Card Lamination Module (D860105), Phillips 4-40 Flathead Screws (X2) and Torx T-10 0.5M3X5 Screws (X2) Estimated Repair Time: Ten (10) minutes Steps Procedure 1 Caution: Turn off the Printer and unplug the power cord from the Printer.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) See the previous page. Display B – Lam-Ready Output Bin HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) Step 2 Description Place the Lamination Module at a slight angle to the Printer, as shown below. Continued on the next page HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) Step Description 3 Connect the Lamination Power Cable (3-pin connector) to the Connector mounted on the HDP Sideplate. (Note: See the RED label for Power.) 4 Connect the Lamination Communication Cable (10-pin connector) to the Connector mounted on the HDP Sideplate. (Note: See the GREEN label for Com.) Continued on the next page HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) Step 5 Description a. Slide the Card Lamination Module (D860105) horizontally to engage the Printer or the HDP600 Main Assembly (D860101), as shown below. b. Push the Lamination Module and the Printer together. (Note: Be careful not to pinch the Lamination cables.) Continued on the next page HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) Step 6 Description a. Fasten the two (2) Torx T-10 0.5M3 X 5 Screws (F000169) into the Rear Cover, as shown below. b. Fasten the Laminator Module (D860105) to the Printer (D860101) with the two (2) Phillips 4-40 UNC Flathead Screws (F000231) inserted into the base and in the Front Cover tab, as shown below. 7 a. You have completed installing the Lamination Module Hardware Upgrade. b.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) Step Description 8 Insert the Driver disk into the CD drive of your PC. (Note: Refer to the HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide for details on installing the Printer Driver.) 9 Follow the Windows Installation Wizard instructions to install the Driver. 10 When prompted by the Driver, connect the Printer, the Lamination power supplies and the USP cable.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Diagnostic Utility Step 1 Procedure Same procedure for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600LC CR100. Click on the Fargo Diagnostics Utility INSTALL button, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step 2 Procedure Click on the Next button to continue the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step 3 Procedure a. Select the I accept the terms in the license agreement radio button. b. Click on the Next button to continue the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step 4 Procedure a. Enter appropriate user information under the User Name: and Organization: fields. b. Select the appropriate radio button, as shown under the Install this application for: heading. c. Click on the Next button to continue the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step 5 Procedure Click on the Install button to begin the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step 6 Procedure Wait while the files are being copied, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step 7 Procedure Click on the Finish button to complete the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printing a Test Print Image Step 1 Procedure d. From your computer’s startup menu, select Settings > Printers and Faxes (Windows XP) or > Printers (Windows 2000). e. Double click on the HDP600 Card Printer under the Printers window. f. 2 Select Printing Preferences under the Printer drop-down menu. This will bring up the HDP600 Printing Preferences window. c. Select the Card tab, then click on the Test Print button, as shown in Display A on the next page. d.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printing a Test Print Image (continued) Step 3 Procedure This completes the HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder Installation Guide. For additional help regarding the Test Print and other related items please see the HDP600 Card Printer User Guide located under Start > Programs > Fargo. Refer to the HDP600 Setup Training Video as needed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 4: General Troubleshooting The purpose of this section is to provide the User with specific procedures relating to the LCD Messages, Communication Errors, Card Feeding Errors, Encoding Errors, Printing Process Errors, Transfer Process Errors and Diagnosing the Image Problems for the HDP600. IMPORTANT! Fargo Card Printers require highly specialized print Ribbons to function properly.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. LCD Messages Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100. The LCD display shows the current status of the Printer. Refer to the cause and solution tables in this section for all possible LCD messages. (Note: These tables display the LCD messages in alphabetical order. If the LCD message is communicating an error or requires an action, these tables will also offer a solution to what should be done.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing LCD Messages (continued) Message Cause Solution Card Jam: Lam There is a card jam in the Laminator. Clear the jam. Card Jam Error A card is jammed. Clear the jam. Card Jam Flipper Error A card is jammed in the card flipping area of the Printer. Clear the jam. Multiple Card Feed Error Two or more cards fed from the Card Hopper. Remove the fed cards and Verify the card thickness setting is set to the thickness of your cards.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing LCD Messages (continued) Message Cause Solution Check Ribbon Error The print Ribbon may be jammed, not installed properly, broken or damaged. Verify the Ribbon is installed properly. If jammed, clear it. If broken, repair by taping the Ribbon back on to the take-up core. Press RESUME to continue or CANCEL to reset the Printer. Please clean your Printer. The Printer requires cleaning.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing LCD Messages (continued) Message Cause Solution Heater Timeout The Transfer Roller was unable to reach its goal temperature. Turn the Printer OFF and ON to reset and try reprinting. Head Thermistor The Printhead thermistor is not functioning properly. See the HDP600 Printhead Replacement Procedure procedure. If the problem persists, call for technical assistance. If the Printer is cold, allow it to warm up to room temperature.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing LCD Messages (continued) Message Cause Solution Film Sensors are not calibrated. Your film Sensors must be calibrated before the film will align properly. Press CALIBRATE to set them at this time. Film is out! The transfer film has run out. Install a new roll of film and press RESUME to continue or CANCEL to reset. Transfer film not installed. The transfer film is not installed or it is broken.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing LCD Messages (continued) Message Cause Solution Head Voltage Error A hardware fault has prevented setting the correct Printhead voltage. A default value will be used. Call for technical assistance. Burn Timeout Error The panel burn ended abruptly or did not end. Cancel the job and try again. If this problem persists, call for technical assistance. Head Resistance Error Your Printhead resistance is not set to a valid value.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing LCD Messages (continued) Message Cause Solution Lam Error The Lamination Module requires attention. Check the indicated condition and correct using the Laminator's control buttons. Lam Calib Failed The Lamination Material Sensor was not calibrated properly. Verify that there is not a black mark over the material Sensor. Lam Card Flip Error The Laminator was unable to flip a card.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing LCD Messages (continued) Message Cause Solution Wrong Lam Type The installed Lamination material does not match the material required by the print job. Replace the current material with the material that is required and try again. Failed to verify the encoded mag data. The card's magnetic stripe was not encoded properly. Check the orientation and coercivity of the card’s magnetic stripe and press RESUME to retry encoding.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing LCD Messages (continued) Message Cause Solution Communication Error The Printer is not able to communicate with the host PC. Printer to PC communication has been disabled. Verify that you are using an appropriate print cable. Ribbon is out! The print Ribbon has run out. Install a new Ribbon and press RESUME to continue or CANCEL to reset. Print Ribbon not installed. The print Ribbon is not installed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. General Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Solution Ribbon Wrinkle Verify the convex Roller (D860051) is installed correctly with the shorter notch towards the front of the Printer. Verify the density is set within specification (67-69). Check to see if the Ribbon Hubs are too tight. Check the Printhead alignment. See the Setting the Printhead Resistance procedure. Film Wrinkle Check the peel-off bar alignment with fixture TL 1733.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. General Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Problem Possible Solution Ribbon Chipping / Reverse Transfer during Printing Print density is set too high. Self Test is not square Adjust the peel off bar height with peel off bar fixture (TL1733). Scratches Lightly buff any film contact points with a fine steel wool. Adjust position of the center-plate (D860132). Verify the scratch is not film wrinkle. See film wrinkle in this table.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. General Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Problem Possible Solution Printhead cutting Ribbon Verify the solder leads on the Printhead are trimmed. Replace the Printhead cable (840143). See the Replacing the HDP600 Series Printhead Assembly (D860004) procedure. Warning: The Printhead may be extremely hot. Transfer warming then heater time out after a period of time The Lamination Roller is not connected to the Circuit Board (A000300).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. General Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Problem Possible Solution Input Roller continually spins on power up Verify the cable (D840687) is plugged into the Sensor (840176) and the Circuit Board (J58). Card Jam during printing 60 mil cards Check the peel off bar height with fixture TL 1733. Replace the cable (D840687). See the Removing the PCB Board Assembly (A000300) procedure. Verify the TOF and print offset are correct.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Magnetic and E-card Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Solution Start Sentinel is yellow or red Change the magnetic TOF in the LCD according to the start sentinel reference chart Verify correct mag Module placement. The mag Module should be adjusted so that the belt (F000111) is snug prior to installing the tensioner. Verify correct tension of the belt (F000111).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Magnetic and E-card Troubleshooting Guide (continued) Problem Possible Solution Yellow or red readings on only one track Verify wires are not pulling the Magnetic Head to one side. Magtek gives good readings but Printer will not verify Check that the correct magnetic circuit Board is being used (A000294). Magtek reports - LRC parity error and track 1 or 3 has a red bar underneath it. The Magnetic head (840104) is assembled backwards within the Module.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printing a Test Image Step Procedure 1 Choose Print Test Image to select a preset test image. (Note: These images help to determine if the Printer is functioning properly.) 2 Scroll to the desired test image from the Select Test Image options and press the Select button. Reviewing the Gray/Align YMC/K Self-Test Step 1 Procedure Use this card to determine Image Placement and confirm that the Printer is working properly. See Printer Adjustments.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Color/Resin YMCK Self-Test Step 1 Procedure Use this card to determine Image Placement and confirm that (a) the image colors are properly reproduced and (b) the Resin Panel is printing properly. (Note: The Image consists of twelve spot colors, YMC and RGB, as well as gray density bars and thin resin lines.) Reviewing the Color Bars YMC Self-Test Step 1 Procedure Use this card to confirm that image colors are properly reproduced.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Card Count Self-Test Step 1 Procedure Use this card to view counts for Card Count (CC), Pass Count (PC), Transfer Count (TC) and Lamination Count (LC). The Card Count is the total number of cards the Printer has produced. Pass Count is the total number of print passes made by the Printhead. (Note: A pass is measured each time a single Ribbon panel is printed or passes beneath the Printhead.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Lamination Color/Resin YMCK+L Self-Test Step 1 Procedure Use this card to determine Lamination Placement and confirm that (a) the image colors are properly reproduced and (b) the Resin Panel is printing properly. (Note: The Image consists of twelve spot colors, YMC and RGB, as well as gray density bars and thin resin lines.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
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RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Introduction The Ethernet option includes the Ethernet port and the internal Printer Server. Printer Management: The Printer Driver provides bi-directional status information so you can monitor and manage the Printer just as you would any other networked Printer. Compatibility: The Fargo Ethernet option provides compatibility with TCP/IP and 802.3 Ethernet protocols with an IEEE 802.3 10/100Base-T Ethernet female RJ45 connector.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Functional Specification - Ethernet Option The Fargo Ethernet option includes these features. Feature Description Simultaneous Printing Provides the ability to simultaneously print from multiple PCs to the network Printer. Printer Feedback Provides status information from the network Printer to the PC. Web Pages Provides easy Printer configuration with any web browser. Log Messages Provides logging of usage and error events via e-mail, UDP or TCP/IP.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Network Services - Overview The Ethernet option provides the services described in this section. (Note: Other additional services include a Ping client, address assignment and Printer discovery functions.) Reviewing the Print Server The Print Server provides printing services in the same manner as a Printer connected directly to a USB interface except that the Printer is connected through the local area network to the client PC.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Network Management Interface The SNMP interface is described below. Interface Description SNMP The Ethernet interface is a fully-manageable SNMP agent that supports MIB-II. The Ethernet interface is MIB II compliant, allowing SNMP managers to monitor protocol, network and routing statistics.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Telnet Command Table The following table describes available Telnet commands. (Note: You can enter partial fullword commands: the Printer will respond with additional help. For example, you can enter list and the Printer will respond with all subcommands to the list command.) Telnet Command Command Purpose Command Format ? Display help for Telnet commands. ? help reset Reset the Ethernet interface for the Printer/Encoder.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Telnet Command Table (continued) Telnet Command Command Purpose Command Format list all Display all information about this Printer. list all diff Display all differences between current and stored network settings. list diff uptime Display how long since the interface was last reset. list uptime sysinfo Display information about the Printer (i.e., model, label, contact, location, Firmware version and date and serial number).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Telnet Command Table (continued) Telnet Command Command Purpose Command Format lpq Display information about print jobs and their settings. list lpq Printer Display information about the Printer (i.e., model number, Firmware version and serial number). list Printer Display information about the secure mark settings of the Printer. list Printer sm Printer sm HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Telnet Command Table (continued) Telnet Command set sysinfo syslog Command Purpose Command Format contact Set the contact string. set sysinfo label [] location Set the location string. set sysinfo location [] label Set the label string. set sysinfo label [] from Set all strings from default or current settings.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Telnet Command Table (continued) Telnet Command set user add Command Purpose Command Format Add a new User definition. set user add Up to four (4) Users may be defined. del Delete a User definition. set user del passwd Define a new password for a User. set user passwd [] type Specify a User as root or guest.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Telnet Command Table (continued) Telnet Command store net ifc Command Purpose Command Format addr Store a new IP address. store net addr
mask Store a new address mask. store net mask gateway Store a new default gateway. store net gateway dns Store a new DNS server address. store net dns domain Store a new DNS domain suffix.RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Telnet Command Table (continued) Telnet Command Command Purpose Command Format save Save all current settings as the stored settings in the permanent memory. save load Take the settings from the stored memory and make them the current settings. load lpstat Display information about the Printer status. lpstat This includes the status and device response. See the Printer web page description.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Logging In When a User attempts to change any setting, they are asked for a User name and password. (Note: The Guest Users can only view settings.) Step 1 Procedure Enter the correct User name: 2 The default administrative User name is root. The default non-administrative User name is guest. Non-administrative Users can only view settings. Enter the correct password: The default password is an empty string.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Accessing the Home pages Step Procedure 1 Open a window for your network browser application on your local PC. 2 Find the IP address of the Printer. (Note: See the section Accessing the IP address of your Printer as needed to get this from the LCD of the Printer.) 3 Enter the IP address of the Printer you want to access into the address bar of the browser. 4 Press Enter or click on GO. 5 View the Home page.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the HDP600 Home Page HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Home Page Categories and Fields (table) You can view these categories and fields in the following table. Category Field Purpose Fixed for Printer Serial Number (Print Server) Displays the unique fixed serial number of the Print Server. Serial Number (Printer) Displays the unique fixed serial number of the Printer.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Configuring the Network Settings The procedures needed to configure the network settings are presented in this section. Accessing the Network Settings page The Network page displays the current network settings and allows the User to change the settings. Step 1 Procedure Select the Network link from any web page of the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Interface The Interface display indicates the network speed supported by the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Current Settings The Current Settings page section displays the current active network settings for the Printer. These are also labeled as Dynamic if they were provided by DHCP or Static if they came from the Stored Settings. The current settings will be Dynamic only if Obtain an IP address automatically was selected when the Printer was restarted last. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Switching to the automatic IP address mode Step Procedure 1 Select the Network link from any web page of the Printer. 2 Select the Obtain an IP address automatically radio button to enable the DHCP/BOOTP, which automatically assigns the network settings. Even with this button selected, the User can enter Stored Settings and the Stored Settings will remain in memory. See below. (Note: This is the default method.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Changing to the static IP address mode Step Procedure 1 Select the Network link from any web page of the Printer. 2 Select the Use the following IP address radio button, which prepares the Printer to use network settings that the User has manually set. These manual settings will then be used the next time the Printer is rebooted. 3 Enter the network settings which are required for Ethernet communications from within the same subnet.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Changing to the static IP address mode (continued) Step Procedure 7 Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) 8 Reboot the Printer to effect this change. See the Reviewing Web page security procedure. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Entering the TCP Window Size Step Procedure 1 Select the Network link from any web page of the Printer. 2 Select the TCP window size from the drop-down menu, as shown below. This entry provides for entry of the TCP Window Size. It adjusts how much data can be sent to the Printer at any one time. It is recommended that the default value of 2 MSS Packets be used to ensure good compatibility with all client applications.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Clear Changes button Step 1 Procedure Click on the Clear Changes button to delete the information in the textboxes in Stored Settings area. See the lower left corner of this display. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the TCP/IP page The TCP/IP page displays the TCP/IP Status of each Printer connection, which are not configurable. See the next two pages for displays. Step Procedure 1 Select the Status link from any web page of the Printer. 2 Select the TCP/IP page link. 3 View information on all current network connections in the TCP connections area. 4 Review information on the network DHCP status in the DHCP Information area.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the TCP/IP Status Web Page See the Using the TCP/IP page procedure. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Printer page You can use the Printer page to review current information about the Printer device settings and print jobs. Device settings includes the following: The status which displays information about the current print job. The device which displays information about the Printer. The fields are described below. See the next page to view the entire Printer page. Field Status Description status Idle Indicates that no print job is active.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Printer page (continued) See the previous page for descriptions of the fields. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the System Log page The System Log page displays the current system log settings and allows the User to change the settings. (Note: These settings configure how system logging occurs. There are two logs.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Changing the Log Name By default the names are log1 and log2. However, you can rename them from this page. (Note: This also updates the link to the corresponding web page.) Step 1 Procedure Select the System Log link. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Changing the Log Name (continued) Step Procedure 2 Select the link for the log name you want to view or configure (the default choices are log1 or log2). See the previous page. 3 Enter a new log name in textbox. 4 Click on the Submit button to save this change. 5 Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Log Type Step Procedure 1 Select the System Log link. See the next page. 2 Select the link for the log name you want to view or configure (the default choices are log1 or log2). 3 Select the Print Job Started checkbox to generate the log entries for each Print Job Started. 4 Select the Printer Error checkbox to generate the log entries for each Printer Error. 5 Select the Submit button. 6 Login as a root User if you are so prompted.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Log Destination Specify one destination for the log. Step Procedure (No event logging) 1 Select the System Log link. 2 Select the link for the log name you want to view or configure (the default choices are log1 or log2). 3 Select the None radio button when no log is required. (Note: This is the default.) 4 Select Submit. 5 Login as a root User if you are so prompted.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting up Email Event logging Follow this procedure to enable logging using email notification: Step Procedure (Specify email logging) 1 Select the System Log link. 2 Select the link for the log name you want to view or configure (the default choices are log1 or log2). 3 Select the Email radio button to choose email log notification. 4 Enter a valid e-mail address in the associated textbox. 5 Select Submit.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Specifying UDP Event logging Follow this procedure to enable logging to a UDP Syslog program. Step 1 Procedure Select the System Log link. The messages will be sent via UPD packets to the Syslog port (514) of the specified host. It is up to the host program to listen to these messages for processing. A syslog host program is necessary to use this method, such as, Kiwi Syslog Daemon or WinSysLog.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Specifying UDP Event logging (continued) Step Procedure 5 Select Submit. 6 Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Specifying TCP Event logging Follow this procedure to send logging messages to a pre-existing IP connection made on the TCP port. Step Procedure 1 Select the System Log link. 2 Select the link for the log name you want to view or configure (the default choices are log1 or log2). Continued on the next page HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Specifying TCP Event logging (continued) Step Procedure 3 Select the TCP Connection radio button. 4 Select Submit. 5 Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in. 6 Use a host program such as Telnet to receive these TCP logging messages (Note: Other programs such as HyperTerminal are also used to monitor TCP connections). See below.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Administration pages The purpose of the Administration pages is to allow the User to upgrade, reboot, modify passwords and enter User-specified system information strings. Using the System Information page The System Information page displays the current system information and allows the User to change the system information (which appears on the Home page). See the Using the Home page for definitions.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the System Information page (continued) Step Procedure 5 Select the Submit button. 6 Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Changing the Root Password The Passwords page allows the User to change the passwords needed to log in as a User. Changes to all settings require a login. (Note: However, these changes are only protected by password after the password has been set. Users can only be added or removed using Telnet commands.) Step Procedure 1 Select the Administration link. 2 Log in as a root User (using the old password) if you are so prompted.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Changing the Root Password (continued) Step Procedure 7 Select the Submit button. 8 Log in as a root User (using the old password) if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Upgrading the Print Server This procedure provides a means to upgrade the Firmware in the Printer Server not the main Printer. Step Procedure 1 Select the Administration link. 2 Log in as a root User (using the old password) if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) 3 Select the Upgrade link. 4 Select the Browse button. 5 Navigate to and select the appropriate file to upload.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Upgrading the DTC400 and HDP600 Print Server (continued) Step Procedure 6 Select the Upgrade button to start the Firmware upload. 7 Select Reboot when requested. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Reboot pages Rebooting the DTC400 and HDP600 restarts only the Ethernet Print Server. Rebooting the Ethernet Server The Reboot page allows the User to restart the Ethernet Print Server. Step Procedure 1 Select the Administration link. 2 Log in as a root User (using the old password) if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) 3 Select the Reboot link.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Rebooting the Ethernet Server (continued) Step Procedure 5 Click Yes when prompted. 6 Wait for the Printer to reboot and display the home page. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Resetting to Default Settings The Reboot page also allows the User to reboot the Ethernet Print Server into a default settings mode. (Note: This simply restarts the Printer in a different state with the settings in memory temporarily ignored.) When the Default button is selected, the stored settings in the Printer’s memory are not changed. Step Procedure 1 Select the Administration link.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Help page The Help page displays the Help information. Step Procedure 1 Open this web page at the appropriate location by clicking on the Help book icon at the top of each page. See below. 2 Review the web interface for the Ethernet-enabled Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Additional Procedures Reviewing LED and Dipswitch Tables The LEDs and dipswitches can be found on the back of Printers. Reviewing the LED Table LED STAT LED HDP600 position Right Flash Rate Indicates On once per second The Normal Mode, IP address is configured. (i.e., more OFF than ON) On twice per second The IP address is not configured. Off once per second The Download mode is for updating the Ethernet interface. (i.e.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Dip Switches For the DTC400, ON means a Dipswitch is down and OFF means a Dipswitch is up. For the HDP600, ON means a Dipswitch is to the left and OFF means a Dipswitch is to the right. Dipswitch Comments 1 2 OFF OFF Allows Normal operation. Forces Factory default settings. ON OFF With the dip switches in this configuration, the unit will start up.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Restoring the Factory Settings for Ethernet There may be times when you are unable to use the current configuration of the Ethernet interface. (Note: This could be because you have lost the password for your Printer or you just cannot get it to work properly.) Restore default settings: The Printer has switches on the back which will restore the factory default settings to the Printer.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Accessing the IP address of your Printer The additional LCD menus for Ethernet-enabled Printers are provided to view the IP address of the Printer. Follow these procedures to access the IP Address of your Printer model. Accessing the HDP600 IP address Step Procedure 1 Apply power to the Printer. 2 Ensure that the Printer is connected to your network. 3 Wait up to one (1) minute to allow the Printer to configure the IP address. 4 Select MENU on the LCD.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Upgrading the Main Firmware with the Fargo Diagnostics Utility The Printer Server Firmware upgrades for the DTC400/HDP600 are done from the Upgrade web page for the Printer. See the Upgrade web page description. The Main Printer Firmware upgrades are done with the same procedure as the USBconnected Printer. (Note: The PC doing the upgrade must have a Driver installed for the Fargo Printer to be upgraded.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Upgrading the Main Firmware with the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Ethernet Printer Troubleshooting Procedures Troubleshooting procedures If you are having trouble connecting to your Ethernet Printer or printing to it, you should go through each of the following procedures. Step Procedure 1 Follow the Verifying the Printer Connection procedure. 2 Follow the Verifying the Printer IP address procedure. 3 Follow the Verifying that your PC can access the Printer using the ping command procedure.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Verifying the Printer Connection Step Procedure 1 Ensure that your Printer has a valid network connection. 3 Verify that the Printer has both LEDs blinking on and off with network activity. 3 If the LEDs do not indicate connection, verify the network connection with another device. 4 If the connection is OK, then something may be wrong with the Ethernet option installation. See the Ethernet Setup and Printer Driver Installation procedure.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Verifying that your PC can access the Printer using the ping command Step 1 Procedure Follow these instructions to issue a ping command to the Printer: At a DOS prompt, enter ping [IP Address] Example: C:\>ping 210.1.10.240 If the ping response is successful, move on to the next troubleshooting procedure. See Display A below. If the ping response is not successful, continue to step 2 of this procedure. See Display B below.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Verifying that your PC can access the Printer using the ping command (continued) Step Procedure 2 Verify that the PC and the Printer are connected to the same network. 3 You may be on different subnets of your network and some of the network settings for the Printer are not correct. See your network administrator about this.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing Frequently-asked Questions Question Answer How do I know if my Printer has the Ethernet option installed? If your Printer has the RJ45 connector installed on the back of the Printer, then it has this Ethernet option installed. Can my non-Ethernetenabled Printer be upgraded to have an Ethernet interface? No.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing Frequently-asked Questions (continued) Question Answer How can I find the IP address of my Ethernet Printer? You can find it in the LCD of the Printer if the Ethernet option is functioning properly. Can I print from my PC to multiple Ethernet Printers? Yes. Follow this procedure: See Accessing the IP address of your Printer. 1. You can install multiple Printer Drivers by using the add Printer wizard. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing Frequently-asked Questions (continued) Question Answer Can I use Fargo IP-Tracer to locate Printers on a different network segment? No. The IP-Tracer can only locate Fargo-compatible Printers located in the same network segment (as the PC running IP-Tracer). How do I upgrade the Printer Firmware in my Ethernet-enabled Printer? This is done in the same manner as a USB-connected Printer.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing Frequently-asked Questions (continued) Question Answer What if I lose the password for my Printer or it is not accepted? See Reviewing the Dip Switches. Factory default settings will be restored to the Printer if power is applied to the Printer with Dipswitch 1 in the ON position and Dipswitch 2 in the OFF position. (Note: This will reset all Print Server settings, which includes static network settings, user configurations and user passwords.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing Frequently-asked Questions (continued) Question How can I verify/change what IP address my installed Printer Driver is expecting to find my Printer? Answer Follow this procedure. 1. Open the Printer Driver properties window. 2. Select Start -> Settings -> Printers and Faxes -> [your Printer Driver] -> Properties. 3. From the Ports tab, select Configure Port.The Host name will indicate IP address of the connected Printer.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing Frequently-asked Questions (continued) Question How do I choose a static IP address for my Ethernet Printer? Answer You can use the web pages if you know the current IP address. See the Accessing the Home pages. OR You can use Fargo IP-Tracer which allows you to find Fargo-compatible Printers and specify their addresses. (Note: You can save static addresses.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms Term Purpose MAC (Media Access Control) The unique numeric value address associated with a network device that gives the device a unique identity. This address is assigned by the device manufacturer to ensure its uniqueness. TCP The Network protocol that allows reliable network communications (Transmission between devices.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Purpose SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) This is protocol for the network management services. This protocol provides a means for network compliant devices, called agents, to store data about themselves in Management Information Bases (MIBs) and return this data to the SNMP requesters.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 6: Card Lamination Module Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section is to provide the User with specific information on Printer adjustment procedures. Table of Contents Section 6: Card Lamination Module..................................................................................... 6-1 Table of Contents ........................................
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Card Lamination Module HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Safety Messages (review carefully) Symbol Critical Instructions for Safety purposes Danger: Failure to follow these installation guidelines can result in death or serious injury. Information that raises potential safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (as shown to the left). Caution: To prevent personal injury, refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Opening the Card Lamination Module Step 1 Procedure Open the Top Cover of the Lamination Module by lifting up on its bottom edge and tilting it back into its fully open position. (Note: The Top Cover is designed to hold its last position to prevent it from falling shut.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Opening the Card Lamination Module (continued) Step Procedure 2 Open the Lamination Station by lifting up on the blue Securing Latches. Pull the Lamination Station up and back into its fully upright position. Note the Lamination Station is also designed to hold its last position to prevent it from falling shut. 3 To close the Lamination Station, push the Lamination Station down until its blue Securing Latches close securely.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Card Lamination Module The HDP600 supports the attachment of an optional Card Lamination Module. This Module can be ordered pre-installed on the Printer from the factory or can be ordered separately as a field upgradeable Module. Once attached, the Card Lamination Module allows you to apply Fargo certified overlaminates for more secure, tamper-resistant cards.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 7: Printer Adjustments Important: The HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 Printers have their own Printer Driver. However, the majority of the procedures in this section apply for all HDP600 Printers. Please see the Card tab section for different functionality between the two Printers. The purpose of this section is to provide the User with specific information on Printer adjustment procedures.
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RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Safety Messages (review carefully) Symbol Critical Instructions for Safety purposes Danger: Failure to follow these installation guidelines can result in death or serious injury. Information that raises potential safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (as shown to the left). Caution: To prevent personal injury, refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. IMPORTANT! Fargo Card Printers require highly specialized Print Ribbons to function properly. To maximize Printer life, reliability, printed card quality and durability, you must use only Fargo Certified Supplies. For this reason, your Fargo warranty is void, where not prohibited by law, if you use non-Fargo Certified Supplies. To order additional materials, please contact your authorized reseller.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printing on Alternate Card stocks Selecting the Right Cards and optimize the HDP Print Process In order to optimize the HDP Card Printer’s capabilities for cards with hard-to-print surfaces, we recommend evaluating the card stock selection before installation of the Printer. The variability in cards based on: Different surface textures and different sources of raw materials: This may require different HDP Film transfer parameters.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Appropriate HDP Printer Driver settings Fargo offers two types of PVC cards: glossy UltraCard III™ cards and matte-finished HDPPVC Cards. Defaults: The HDP Printer Driver software has default Transfer Temperature and Dwell Time settings that deliver the best transfer for these card types. These defaults automatically configure based on the card type, Ribbon type and whether printing singleor dual-sided.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Conducting the Tape adhesion Test It is important to conduct Tape adhesion tests because Fargo cannot be certain which transfer temperature and Dwell Time will work best (when printing cards other than UltraCard III or HDP-PVC). (Note: The optimal transfer settings may vary from card type to card type.) Caution: Inadequate time and temperature could produce cards that are more vulnerable to accelerated wear and dye migration.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Conducting the Tape adhesion Test (continued) 1 FAIL: Significant transfer to tape 2 PASS: Very slight transfer to tape 3 PASS: Absolutely NO transfer to tape HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Conducting the Tape adhesion Test (continued) Step 4 Procedure Visually examine the card and the strip of tape pulled from the card, to see if any portion of the HDP Film was removed from the card. If any residue (e.g., oil or grease from fingertips) is present on the card surface, the evaluation results may be affected.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printer Driver Options Installing Printer Driver Updates Occasionally, new Printer Driver versions are released which have new or updated features. Before installing an updated Printer Driver version, always delete the existing Printer Driver version from the system. To do this, select Start, Programs and point to the Fargo folder. Then, select the Uninstall Printer Driver icon for the specific Printer model as shown here.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting Up the Printer Driver Once the appropriate Printer Driver for the computer has been installed, you will need to set the Driver up with the proper print options. To open the Printer Driver setup window, please refer to the following steps for the specific operating system: Setting up Windows 2000/Windows XP Step Procedure 1 Click the Start button, point to Settings and select Printers.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Card tab (HDP600/HDP600-LC) Use this option to control specific Printer functions. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Card tab (HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100) Step 1 Procedure Select the appropriate card size option from three (3) standard card sizes. CR-100 OR One (1) custom size is available. (Note: The dimensions of the total print area for each card size will appear in the Print Width and Print Length boxes. These print area dimensions are .04" (1mm) larger than the actual card size.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Card Size (HDP600 and HDP600-LC) Step 1 Procedure Select the appropriate card option: CR-80: This selection is the default form size for the HDP600. This will print a 2.125 X 3.374 image including a .04 over-bleed on each of the 4 sides making the overall form size 2.204 X 3.452 (56 X 87.7 mm). CR-80 No Over-Bleed: This selection eliminates the over-bleed on both the leading and trailing edge making the form size of 2.2 X 3.374 (56 X 85.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Card Size (HDP600 and HDP600-LC) (continued) See three previous procedures. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Custom Card Size Select the appropriate custom card size according to the dimensions of the card stock. Step 1 Procedure a. Select the Custom option and enter the dimensions of the card into the Print Width and Print Length boxes if using a card size that varies from the CR-80, CR-90 or CR-100. b. Add .04" (1mm) to each dimension to ensure Edge-to-Edge printing. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Card Type (all HDP600 Printers) Select the appropriate card type according to the composition of the card stock. Step 1 Procedure Select UltraCards-Glossy PVC if using Fargo UltraCard III stock or any other similar card stock. Custom 1 and Custom 2 allows custom default Dwell Time and Transfer Temperature selections to be saved.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Card Type (continued) Step 2 Procedure If using a card stock other than listed, use the Custom 1 and Custom 2 options to save custom Dwell Time and dwell temperature controls on the Image Transfer tab. a. Click on the Custom 1 or Custom 2 options and enter a name for the card stock. b. Click on the Image Transfer tab to adjust the Dwell Time and temperature sliders to the appropriate settings.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Card Hopper (HDP600 and HDP600-LC only) Selects the appropriate Card Hopper Step 1 Procedure a. Select First Available to print from the hopper currently selected as indicated on the Printer's LCD. Also select this option if you would like the Printer to automatically switch to the other hopper once the current hopper runs out of cards. b. Select Hopper 1 to print only from Hopper 1.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Card Hopper (HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 only) There is only one (1) Input Hopper for one hundred (100) CR100 cards. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Orientation Select either the Portrait or Landscape radio buttons for Orientation. Step 1 Procedure Select Portrait to cause the card to print in a vertical orientation. OR Select Landscape to cause the card to print in a horizontal orientation, as shown below. Specifying the number of Copies Specifies the number of copies to be printed. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Diagnostics button This will launch the Diagnostic tool (if installed). Selecting the Test Print button When selected a file will be copied down to the Printer. This file will print a Full Color plus Resin print on the front side of the card and a Resin or black only image on the backside. This image is the same as what is supplied in the Printer’s Supply Pack. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the About button Select the About button to open a dialog box containing the copyright information as well as the driver’s version number and date code. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Device Options tab (HDP600/HDP600-LC) The HDP600 Printing Preferences window is used throughout this section for consistency within this document. See the HDP600 Printing Preferences windows (as needed for your specific Printer). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Device Options tab (HDP600 CR100/ HDP600-LC CR100) The HDP600 OS CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Device Options tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Ribbon Type Use the Ribbon Type dropdown menu to match Ribbon type. Step 1 Procedure Adjust to match the Ribbon Type selection with the Ribbon type that is loaded in the Printer. (Note: The User can to the System Information Menu in the LCD and the Printer will tell the User which Ribbon is loaded at that time.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Film Type Step 1 Procedure Allows you to select the film type option that is appropriate for the type of HDP film currently loaded in the Printer. Select the Clear option to automatically adjust the appropriate transfer time and temperature to pre-determined defaults. OR Select the Holographic option to change appropriate internal Printer settings needed to make the holographic film work.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting for the Color Matching Allows selection of the color matching option that best fits the requirements of the print job. Step 1 Procedure Select None (a) if interested in print speed rather than print color, (b) if color correcting the image for printing has already been done or (c) if using third party color matching software. OR Select Algebraic to allow the Printer Driver to make very simple, fast, color balance adjustments.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting for the Color Tone – Natural or Enhanced Select the appropriate Step 1 Procedure This will allow the selection between two different color levels. Natural, the default selection is the standard HDP Series Color Tone. This gives the image more brightness, especially in the lighter tones. Enhanced gives the image a softer look with more detail in the lighter tones. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting for the Resin Dither Select the appropriate dither method according to the type of image to be printed. (Note: This option only affects those objects printed on the backside of a card with the resin black Panel of a YMCK or YMCKK Print Ribbon.) Step 1 Procedure Select Optimized for Photo when printing photo quality images with resin. OR Select Optimized for Graphics when printing lower quality images (e.g., clipart, logos, etc.) with resin.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Print Both Sides option Use this option to automatically print on both the front and backside of a card. Step 1 2 Procedure Select this option in conjunction with any application program that supports a multiple-page document, duplex printing. (Note: The program must be able to send down two or more separate pages to be printed within the same document.) Page 1 will be transferred to the front side of the card.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Split 1 Set of Ribbon Panels option Use this option to provide the most economical means of printing a dual-sided card since a single set of Ribbon Panels will be split to print both the front and backsides of a card. Step 1 Procedure Select this option to automatically print full-color on the front of a card and resin black on the back of a card (using either of the Full-color YMCK or YMCKK Print Ribbons).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Print Back Side First option Step 1 Procedure Select this option: If you need to print the first page of a two-page document on the backside of the card. OR If you need to print the resin black on the chip-side of the Smartcard. The second page of the document will be printed on the front side of the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Print Back Side Only option Use this option to print only onto the backside of cards. Step 1 Procedure Select this option to print only onto the backside of preprinted cards that must have their Magnetic Stripe or smart card chip encoded. (Note: Load the cards in the usual fashion.) When this option is selected, the Print Both Sides option is automatically disabled.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Rotate Front 180 Degrees or Rotate Back 180 Degrees options Use this option to change the position of the printed image in relation to the set location of a card's Magnetic Stripe or smart chip. Step 1 Procedure Select the Rotate Front 180 Degrees option to rotate the image on the front of the card by 180 degrees when printed. OR Select the Rotate Back 180 Degrees option to rotate the image on the back of the card by 180 degrees when printed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Print in Single Card Mode option Use this option to force the Printer's memory to buffer or to hold only one print job at a time. Step 1 Procedure Select this option only when printing to multiple Printers sharing print jobs over a network. (Note: In this case, this option ensures that all Printers share evenly all print jobs.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Disable Printing option Use this option to disable the printing capabilities of the Printer while still allowing the Printer to encode cards. (Note: This option is useful to encode or re-encode preprinted cards without wasting additional time or printing supplies.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Image Color tab (HDP600) Use this tab to adjust color properties. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Image Color tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Image Color tab (continued) Step Procedure 2 Select the None or Monitor option (see the Device Options tab, shown below) to only display the Dye-Sub Intensity and Resin Heat sliders. 3 Control the overall darkness and lightness of the dye-sub printed image by adjusting the Dye-Sub Intensity slide by clicking and dragging the slide's box.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Image Color tab (continued) Step 4 Procedure Control the amount of heat the Printer uses when printing with the resin black Panel by adjusting the Resin Heat slide. Move the slide to the left to cause less heat to be used in the printing process, causing resin images to be lighter or less saturated. OR Move the slide to the right to cause more heat to be used, causing resin images to be darker or more saturated.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Image Color tab Step 5 Procedure As needed, return all options to their factory settings by clicking on the Default button. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Image Transfer tab Use this tab to adjust the Image Position, Transfer Dwell Time and Transfer Temperature. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Image Transfer tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Image Position controls Use the Image Position controls to position the image on a card (to be adjusted). Step 1 Procedure Adjust the Image Position values by clicking on the Vertical and Horizontal adjustment arrows. These values ensure that the Cards always remain in the same position as they travel through the Printer (regardless of image orientation).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. The display (below) represents how the printed image will move in relation to the fixed card position as positive and negative image placement values are entered. Step 2 Procedure Use the Vertical adjustment to move the image toward the rear of the Printer if a positive number is entered and toward the front of the Printer if a negative number is entered.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Transfer Dwell Time and Temperature Use the Image Transfer option to control of the Transfer Dwell Time and Transfer Temperature. These settings control the speed and temperature at which printed images are transferred from the HDP Film to the card. These settings may vary depending on the card type. The Printer Driver automatically optimizes these settings according to the selection made in the Card Type option.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the K Panel Resin tab Use this tab to adjust the CR-80 Card Size, the Direction the Card Travels through the Printer, the Print All Black With K Panel (options) and the Defined Areas. Use this tab to control where the resin black (K) Panel of a full-color Ribbon is printed. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same K Panel Resin tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Full Card with the K Panel Resin tab Step 1 Procedure Select the Full Card option to print the resin black (K) Panel for all black found within all areas of the image, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Defined Area(s) with the K Panel Resin tab Step 1 Procedure Select the Defined Area(s) option to print the resin black (K) Panel for all black found only in an area or areas defined, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Undefined Area(s) with the K Panel Resin tab Step 1 Procedure Select the Undefined Area(s) option to print the resin black (K) Panel for all black found only in the space outside the areas defined, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Defining the Area to activate the Card Grid Step 1 Procedure Select on the appropriate Defined Area (see below) to activate the card grid in the upper half of the window. It is through this card grid that up to five areas can be defined, as shown below. When the card grid is first activated, then a small black square will appear at its default size of .2 x .2 (5mm x 5mm) and at its default location in the lower left-hand corner (0,0).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Measuring the Total Card area Step Procedure 1 Determine the area of the card to define. (Note: This area is indicated by the dashed outline, as shown below. The easiest way to determine the size of this area is to actually print a card and look at it in the same orientation as when it exits the Printer.) 2 Measure the total area and enter those dimensions into the dimension boxes. (Note: The minimum size an area can be is .2 x .2 (5mm x 5mm).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Measuring the Area to be positioned on the Card Step 1 Procedure Once the area is sized properly, measure the location where this area is to be positioned on the card. a. Measure from the lower left corner of the card up and over to the lower left corner of where the defined area is to begin. b. Enter these values into the X and Y boxes, as shown below. c. Note that the card grid lines are spaced at .2 (5mm) intervals.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Print YMC under the K and Print K Only options Step 1 Procedure Use the Defined Area function. a. Define an area by clicking on the Defined Area UP arrow. (Note: Another .2 x .2 (5mm x 5mm) area will appear in the lower left-hand corner. This is the location in which all newly defined areas will first appear. Up to 5 areas can be defined.) Additional areas cannot be added until the most recently created area has been moved or sized.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Magnetic Encoding tab Use these options only if the Printer has an optional Magnetic Stripe Encoding Module installed. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Magnetic Encoding tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.) Step 1 Procedure Select the Magnetic Encoding tab to display options for controlling the Magnetic Stripe encoding process.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Encoding Mode option Use the Encoding Mode option to specify which magnetic encoding standard to use. The HDP Card Printer can be installed with one of two types of factory-installed Magnetic Stripe Encoding Modules. Change the encoding mode and coercivity setting or modify the ISO standards for tracks 1, 2 and 3, by correctly modifying these Magnetic Encoding options. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Encoding Mode option (continued) Step 1 Procedure Select the ISO Standard Encoding Module with a dual-coercivity (high or low) encoding head. (Note: By default, the Printer Driver is set to encode according to ISO standards onto high-coercivity Magnetic Stripes.) OR Select the JIS II Standard Encoding Module commonly used in Japan. Select the JIS II mode to encode only Track 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Encoding the Mode/Coercivity/Magnetic Track Selection Use the ISO option for encoding capability for either high- or low-coercivity cards on tracks 1, 2 and 3 and is the industry's standard mode of magnetic encoding. Step 1 Procedure Select the Coercivity option to select the Magnetic Stripe type that matches the card type.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Encoding the Mode/Coercivity/Magnetic Track Selection (continued) Use the ISO option for encoding capability for either high- or low-coercivity cards on tracks 1, 2 and 3 and is the industry's standard mode of magnetic encoding. Step 3 Procedure Customize these options if the application requires it; even though, the default ISO Magnetic Track Options should be correct for most applications.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Magnetic Track Options Use these options to customize the ISO encoded data format for each of the Magnetic Stripe's three tracks. Step 1 Procedure Specify which of the three (3) tracks to customize by selecting one of the three track options. After making the required selection, the Magnetic Track Options box displays the current set of customization options for the selected track.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Enable MLE Support checkbox Multi-Language Extension (MLE) support in Windows XP can cause text strings to be broken up into fragments. This fragmentation of the text string prevents magnetic encoding. Step 1 Procedure Check this box to allow the Driver to process the fragmented text. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Verification options Use this option, which instructs the Printer to verify that all magnetic data has been correctly encoded on each card. (Note: With either of these options, the number of verification retries may be specified. A range of 1-5 retries is available.) Step 1 Procedure Select the Auto Eject 1st Error option, which instructs the Printer to automatically eject a card containing magnetic data (that was not verified).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Shift Data Left Use the Shift Data Left option, which applies to all tracks when selected. Step 1 Procedure Select this option to shift the recorded magnetic data to the left-hand side of the card's Magnetic Stripe. (Note: This is useful in situations that require cards to be readable with insert type readers.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the ISO Track Locations The magnetic Encoding Module encodes onto tracks in accordance with an ISO 7811-2 Magnetic Stripe. For track locations, review the display below. 0.223" 0.353" 0.493" TRACK1 0.110" 0.130" TRACK2 0.110" TRACK3 0.110" 0.140" HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Sending the Track Information Magnetic track data is sent in the form of text strings from the application software to the Printer Driver. In order for the Printer Driver to differentiate between Magnetic Track data and the rest of the printable objects, specific characters must be added to the magnetic data to be encoded. These specify the data that is to be encoded, the tracks to encode and mark the start and stop of the data string.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Sample String Track 1: ~1%JULIEANDERSON^1234567890? Track 2: ~2;1234567890987654321? Track 3: ~3;1234567890987654321? Track Start Sentinel End Sentinel Field Separator Track 1 % ? ^ Track 2 ; ? = Track 3 ; ? = Valid Characters ASCII 32-95 (See the table below.) ASCII 48-63 (See the table below.) ASCII 48-63 (See the table below.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the ASCII Code and Character Table ASCII Code Character ASCII Code Character ASCII Code Character 32 space 56 8 80 P 33 ! 57 9 81 Q 58 : 82 R 34 35 # 59 ; 83 S 36 $ 60 < 84 T 37 % 61 = 85 U 38 & 62 > 86 V 39 ' 63 ? 87 W 40 ( 64 @ 88 X 41 ) 65 A 89 Y 42 * 66 B 90 Z 43 + 67 C 91 [ 44 ' 68 D 92 \ 45 - 69 E 93 ] 46 .
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Lamination tab (only with Card Lamination Module) Use this option to control specific Printer functions. These options allow you to control the Printer's Lamination process. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Lamination tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Lamination Position Step 1 Procedure The Lamination Position control allows you to adjust the horizontal position of the PolyGuard Overlaminate. This control functions in the exact same fashion as the Image Position controls, except only the horizontal position of the overlaminate requires adjustment. To adjust the Lamination position, click on the Horizontal adjustment arrows.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Lamination Side Step 1 Procedure a. Select the No Lamination option if you do not want to use the Printer's built-in Laminator. b. Select Laminate Front Side, Laminate Back Side or Laminate Both Sides to specify the side(s) of the card to laminate. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Lamination Type Step 1 Procedure Select one of the Lamination Type options, according to which type of Lamination media is currently installed. Two types of overlaminates are supported by the Driver: Film Lamination and PolyGuard Lamination. Custom versions of each type are also available. Select the Film Lamination option if the Thermal Transfer Film Overlaminate type is installed in the Lamination Module. Select the 0.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Transfer Dwell Time and Transfer Temperature Step 1 Procedure Adjust the Transfer Dwell Time and the Transfer Temperature to control the Lamination Dwell Time or through-put speed of a card in seconds/inch and the Lamination Temperature. Selecting the Sensors button and Defaults button Step Procedure 1 Select the Sensors button to bring up a separate dialog box to calibrate the Lamination Sensor. See below.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Sensors button and Defaults button Step 1 Procedure Select the Lamination Tab's Sensors button to display options for calibrating the Card Lamination Module’s Lamination Sensor. The Lamination Sensor is what detects the start of each PolyGuard patch throughout the roll. This Sensor may occasionally need to be recalibrated.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 8: Cleaning Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. This Section deals with the Printer’s internal and external maintenance in regards to the unit's cleaning and general upkeep. (Note: The Printer should be cleaned on a regular basis to insure that the Printer consistently produces high quality output.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Required Supplies For the maintenance procedures outlined for the Printer, you will need a Printer Cleaning Kit, available from the reseller. This optional kit includes the following: Printhead Cleaning Pens pre-moistened with 99.99% isopropyl alcohol for cleaning the Printer's Printhead. Cleaning Cards with an adhesive backing for cleaning the Printer's Cleaning Rollers. Cleaning Pads pre-moistened with 99.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Safety Messages (review carefully) Symbol Critical Instructions for Safety purposes Danger: Failure to follow these installation guidelines can result in death or serious injury. Information that raises potential safety issues is indicated by a warning symbol (as shown to the left). Caution: To prevent personal injury, refer to the following safety messages before performing an operation preceded by this symbol.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cleaning inside the Printer Step Procedure 1 Open the Lamination Arm. 2 Remove the Print Ribbon and HDP Film from the Printer. 3 If you have a can of compressed air, blow out all visible areas of the Printer interior. (Note: Remove any debris that may be inside.) OR If you do not have a can of compressed air, use a cleaning pad from the Printer Cleaning Kit to wipe out all visible areas inside the Printer. (Note: Remove any debris that may be inside.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cleaning the Printhead Clean the Printhead every time the Print Ribbon is changed to maintain consistent print quality, as instructed below. This procedure should also be performed approximately every 400 prints in order to maintain consistent print quality. Caution: Never use a sharp tool or abrasive object of any kind to clean the Printhead. It will damage the Printhead.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Replacing the Card Cleaning Tape Caution: Replace the Card Cleaning Tape approximately every 2,000 to 3,000 prints, depending on the cleanliness of the card stock or the environment in which the Printer is located. Steps Procedure 1 Open the Printer's Top Cover. 2 Pull the Cleaning Cartridge out of the Printer. 3 Open the Cleaning Cartridge by pressing on the release tab of the clear Cleaning Cartridge Cover and pulling the cover up.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. See the previous procedure in this section. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cleaning the Magnetic Encoder Step Procedure 1 Open the Top Cover and remove the Ribbon. 2 a. Locate the Flipper Table in the Input Module. b. Turn the Printer on. c. Rotate the Flipper Table clockwise to a 45 degree angle. (Note: The Table will tilt and provide access to the Magnetic Encoder’s opening.) 3 Open the Cleaning Card (082133), which is sold separately and is not included in the cleaning kit.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cleaning the Magnetic Encoder (continued) Step Procedure 6 Press the REV button on the LCD display seven (7) times to feed the card into the Magnetic Module. (Note: The card does not go all the way through the Flipper Table.) 7 Hold the end of the Cleaning Card securely with your thumb and index finger while you press the REV button on the LCD display five (5) more times.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cleaning the Platen and Transfer Rollers Step 1 Procedure Leave the Printer power ON and open the Lamination Arm. If using a Printer with a Card Lamination Module attached, also open the Lamination Module's Top Cover and Lamination Station. 2 Remove the Print Ribbon and HDP Film. 3 Locate the Print Platen Roller. 4 Use a Cleaning Pad from the Printer Cleaning Kit to wipe the Roller clean. 5 Locate the Transfer Platen Roller.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cleaning the Transfer Rollers using the Cleaning Card Step 1 Procedure Leave the Printer power ON and open the Lamination Arm. If using a Printer with a Card Lamination Module attached, also open the Lamination Module's Top Cover and Lamination Station. 2 Remove the cards from the hopper but leave the Print Ribbon and HDP Film and the Cleaning Cartridge in the Printer 3 Remove the paper from the adhesive side of the Cleaning Card.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 9: Packing the Card Printer Important: The procedure in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section to provide the User with a specific packing procedure for the HDP600. Follow this instruction to pack the Card Printer for transport. Step Procedure 1 Clean the inside of the Printer with deionized air. Wipe it down with a lint-free cloth.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 10: Board Level Diagnostics Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section to provide the User with specific Board Level Diagnostic procedures for Board Errors and Sensor Testing for the HDP600.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Board Errors Resolving the EE Memory Error Symptom: An error has occurred in the permanent circuit memory. (Note: The Printer’s LCD will state the following: EEPROM ERASED.) Step Procedure 1 Reboot the Printer. 2 If the problem persists, the Main Print Board will need to be replaced. 3 As an alternative to replacing the Main Print Board, the chip U21 may be replaced.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Resolving the DRAM Memory Error Symptom: An error has occurred in the removable memory Module (SIMM). (Note: The LCD will state the following: Main Memory Error.) Step Procedure 1 Reboot the Printer. 2 If the problem persists, remove the rear cover and ensure that the SIMM (080229) is seated properly. 3 If the memory Module is not seated properly, lock the SIMM into place.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Resolving the FPGA Error Symptom: An unexpected hardware error has occurred. Step Procedure 1 Reboot the Printer. 2 If the problem persists, the Main Print Board will need to be replaced. 3 As an alternative to replacing the Main Print Board, the chip U34 may be replaced. (Note: Fargo recommends that only a qualified electronics technician perform this procedure.) Sensor Testing Step Procedure 1 Check the voltage to determine if a Sensor is working.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Sensor Locations and Voltages Sensor or Switch Location Low Range (VDC) High Range (VDC) Ribbon Supply Encoder J4 pin 12 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.5 J4 pin 8 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.5 J5 pin 4 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.5 J8 pin 4 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.5 J10 pin 4 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.5 J10 pin 12 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Sensor Locations and Voltages (continued) Ribbon Mark Sensor 5 J9 pin 3 Blocked (.8 or lower) Unblocked +4 J6 pin 8 Covered (.9 or lower) Uncovered 3.0 - 3.5 J6 pin 4 Covered (.9 or lower) Uncovered 3.0 - 3.5 J3 pin 12 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.5 J3 pin 16 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.5 J7 pin 4 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.5 J7 pin 8 Unblocked (.17 or lower) Blocked 3.0 3.
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RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 11: LCD On-Line Menu Navigation Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section to provide the User with specific procedures for LCD On-Line Menu Navigation, Test Image Printing and Printer Setup for the HDP600. Entering the LCD Menu and selecting an Option The MENU option is above the center softkey button, as shown below.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting from the HDP600 Menu Option Structure Tree See Appendix A for the two (2) HDP600 Menu Option Structure Trees. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Printer Setup The Printer parameters found in Setup Printer are preset at the factory and should not need to be changed unless an issue develops. If a change to these settings is needed, be sure to record the changes on the Default settings sticker located inside of the Printer. Caution: These settings are optimized at the factory and will rarely need to be changed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Printer Setup (continued) Step 3 Procedure Be sure to run this test after each adjustment. Run the Alignment Test Image by selecting the following options: MENU, PRINT TEST IMAGE and ALIGNMENT TEST. All HDP images must have an extra 0.04 in. (1mm) over bleed on all sides of the card. The Outer Alignment Arrows should fall in this area when the image is properly centered; they will be left off of the card when transferred. See the display below.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Preparing to Adjust the Print Offset, Transfer TOF and Transfer EOF Step 1 Procedure Before starting the alignment procedures, you must first establish a baseline from which to start the adjustments. Before adjusting the Print Offset, TOF and EOF, the Print and Transfer Film Sensors should be calibrated. Ensure that the Film is loaded into the Printer and that no Film marks are resting under Sensors. Close the Lid and all other covers.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Aligning the Print Offset This procedure positions the image correctly on the HDP Film. Refer to the Preparing to adjust the Print Offset, Transfer TOF and Transfer EOF procedure for proper sequence. Step 1 Procedure a. Adjust the Print Offset such that it is equal 0 or at baseline (-15). b. Adjust the Transfer TOF to +40 and then print one card using the Alignment Test card which is located under the Print Test Image menu.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Aligning the Print Offset (continued) Step 6 Procedure Proceed to Adjusting Transfer TOF to center the image on the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Transfer TOF This procedure positions the HDP Film correctly on the leading edge of the card. Refer to the Preparing to adjust the Print Offset, Transfer TOF and Transfer EOF procedure for proper sequence. Step 1 Procedure a. Print one card using the Alignment Test card, which is located under the Print Test Image menu. b. Pressing the menu button three times will print the alignment card.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Transfer TOF (continued) Step 5 Procedure Proceed to Adjusting Transfer EOF to center the image on the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Transfer EOF This procedure controls the point on the card at which the Transfer Roller lifts and ceases transfer. Refer to the Preparing to adjust the Print Offset, Transfer TOF and Transfer EOF procedure for proper sequence. Step Procedure 1 Adjust the Transfer EOF to -99. 2 Using the Diagnostics Utility, print any one card from the Sample Cards tab. The diagnostics utility can be accessed through Printer preferences as shown below.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Transfer EOF (continued) Step 3 Procedure Determine the amount of Transfer EOF adjustment needed by using a caliper to measure the “Gap”. The Gap: Represents the distance from the Trailing Edge of the card to the edge of the image as shown below See Using the Gap Distance Table. This table will convert this “Gap” distance into an approximate adjustment value. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Gap Distance Table HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Gap Distance Table (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Gap Distance Table (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Transfer Tension This procedure positions the image correctly on the card. Refer to the Preparing to adjust the Print Offset, Transfer TOF and Transfer EOF procedure for proper sequence. Step Procedure 1 Choose Menu, Print Test Image and YMC Color Bars to print a test card. 2 Record the Transfer Tension value on the test card last printed. 3 Examine the test card. 4 a. Select MENU, Setup Printer and Transfer Tension.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Film Drive The Film Drive sets the baseline for the Film Tension and should not be adjusted by the reseller or the end user. Adjusting the Ribbon Tension This procedure controls the tension of the color Ribbon during printing. Adjust the Ribbon tension if the Ribbon wrinkle is appearing on the card. Step Procedure 1 Be sure the Transfer Tension, Print Offset, Transfer TOF and Transfer EOF are set properly before adjusting the Ribbon Tension.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Ribbon Drive The Ribbon Drive sets the baseline for the Ribbon Tension and should not be adjusted by the reseller or end user. Adjusting the Transfer Temperature Step Procedure 1 Choose MENU, Print Test Image and Alignment Test to print a test card. 2 Examine the test card. 3 Select MENU, Setup Printer, Transfer Settings and Transfer Temperature. 4 Record the Transfer Temperature value on the test card last printed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Transfer Speed The Transfer Speed sets the baseline for the rate of image transfer and should not be adjusted by the reseller or end user. If a different transfer speed is required, this parameter may be adjusted via the Printer driver. Setting the Printhead Resistance Step 1 Procedure Locate the Printhead Setting Number on the bottom of the Printhead. The number reads R=XXXX.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Image Darkness Step Procedure 1 Choose MENU, Print Test Image and Alignment Test to print a test card. 2 Examine the test card. 3 Select MENU, Setup Printer, Print Settings and Image Darkness. 4 Record the Image Darkness value on the test card last printed. 5 Decrease the value to lighten the printed image. OR Increase the value to darken the printed image.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Changing the Encoder Settings Make this selection to modify the Encoder settings. These settings would need to be changed (a) if the Print Board is replaced or (b) if the Printer is upgraded to include an Encoder. Mag: YES or NO. Contact: YES or NO. Contactless: Mifare, iClass or NO. HID Prox: YES or NO. Step Procedure 1 Select MENU, Setup Printer and Encoder Settings. 2 Change the desired option as needed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Magnetic TOF Use this setting to position the magnetic data at the correct distance from the leading edge of the card. The Magnetic TOF is the distance from the edge of the card to the Start Sentinel (SS). The Start Sentinel marks the beginning of the encoded data. (Note: According to the magnetic recording standard (ISO 7811), the correct Start Sentinel distance is 0.293 inches ± 0.020 inches (7.44 mm ± 0.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Magnetic TOF (continued) Use this setting to position the magnetic data at the correct distance from the leading edge of the card. The Magnetic TOF is the distance from the edge of the card to the Start Sentinel (SS). The Start Sentinel marks the beginning of the encoded data. (Note: According to the magnetic recording standard (ISO 7811), the correct Start Sentinel distance is 0.293 inches ± 0.020 inches (7.44 mm ± 0.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Magnetic TOF Step Procedure 7 Press Save to save the value. 8 Test the position of the Start Sentinel by magnetically encoding a card and checking as described in Step 1 in this same procedure. 9 Repeat Steps 1 to 6 until the Magnetic TOF is correct. .293“ / 7.44mm Magnetic Track Data Leading Edge of Card + HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Flipper Offset Step Procedure 1 Select MENU, Setup Printer and Flipper Offset. 2 Change the setting in small increments if the card is not feeding correctly. (Note: A negative adjustment will lower the side of the Flipper Table closest to the Input Hopper.) There are five (5) settings under the Flipper Settings Menu: Mag/Prox Level Smart Inverted Home See the Menu Tree in this section for their use.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Lamination Flipper Offset Step Procedure 1 Select MENU, Setup Printer and Flipper Offset or Inverted Offset. 2 Change the setting in small increments if the card is not feeding or Flipping correctly. (Note: A negative adjustment will lower the side of the Flipper Table closest to the Exit Hopper.) 3 Press the Save button to save the value. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the LAM TOF and EOF Step 1 Procedure Applies only if the Printer is equipped with the Card Lamination Module. Use this control to align the PolyGuard Overlaminate patch on the card. Decrease the Lamination TOF value to move the overlaminate patch more toward the leading edge of the card. TOF will not move the patch. It adjusts when the head lifts after patch has been applied. The numbers being entered for the settings are in Pixels.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Adjusting the Lamination Sensor Calibration Step 1 Procedure Applies only if the Printer is equipped with the Card Lamination Module. (Note: This setting reports the current Lamination Sensor calibration setting as dictated by the Printer Driver's Sensor calibration procedure. In most cases, this will not need to be changed.) Adjusting the Lamination Temperature Setting Step 1 Procedure Applies only if the Printer is equipped with the Card Lamination Module.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Show Card Count option Step 1 Procedure Use this option to view the total Card Count (CC), Pass Count (PC), Transfer Count (TC). The Card Count is the total number of cards the Printer has produced. The Pass Count is the total number of print passes made by the Printhead. (Note: A pass is measured each time a single Ribbon Panel is printed upon beneath the Printhead.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. System Upgrade (Firmware Upgrade) This option is used to upgrade the Printer Firmware. Step 1 Procedure Upgrade by selecting SYSTEM UPGRADE. The LCD will prompt: Are you sure you want to continue? 2 Select YES to begin the System Upgrade, select NO to return to the READY screen. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 12: Firmware Updates Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section is to provide the User with information on the internal software or Firmware, which controls all aspects of the Printer's operation. New Firmware versions may be released containing enhancements, such as improved reliability, added features or better print quality.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Firmware Updater Application Program (continued) The Firmware Updater application program is the software required to send Firmware updates from the computer to the Printer. To download and install the Firmware Updater from this site, refer to the following steps (using Step 1A or Step 1B as appropriate): Step 3 Procedure a. Once the file has been downloaded, navigate to the location where the file was saved.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Downloading Firmware Updates Step Procedure 1 Refer to the following steps to download Firmware updates: 2 Select the Download Firmware button. If you have Internet access, this will automatically take you to the Firmware Updates section of the Fargo website. If it does not, Guidely open your browser and go to the Firmware Updates section in the Fargo Electronics Technical Support Web site: http://www.fargo.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Updating the Printer's Firmware Now that you have installed and opened the Firmware Updater program and downloaded the Firmware update file, you can begin updating your Printer's Firmware. It is important to note that there are two types of Firmware for certain Fargo Printer models, the Main Firmware and the LCD Firmware, each of which has a slightly different update process.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Updating the Main Firmware (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Updating the Main Firmware (continued) Step 8 Procedure Wait: The Firmware update will now take a few minutes. Check the Printer's LCD for the status. (Note: When the update is complete, the LCD will indicate if the update was successful.) 9 If the Upgrade Successful is displayed, click on Exit on the Sending Update to Printer dialog screen. 10 Press the Printer's Exit button.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Updating the LCD Firmware Step Procedure 1 Make sure the Printer is powered ON, connected to the PC and in its READY mode. 2 From the Firmware Updater program, click on the Select Update File button. 3 Go to the folder, in which you saved the update file, select it and click Open. The file name, location and version will appear in the Firmware Updater window, as shown below.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Updating the LCD Firmware (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 13: Fargo Technical Support Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section to provide the User with an efficient, step-by-step procedure to be used when contacting Fargo Technical Support as needed for the HDP600.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reading the Serial Numbers on a Fargo Printer The purpose of this section is to provide updated instructions for reading serial numbers on a Fargo Printer. Finding out when a Fargo Card Printer was manufactured You can determine when your card Printer was manufactured by reading directly from the serial number (affixed to your card Printer). 1. Year Built: The first two digits in the serial number indicate the year that the Printer was manufactured. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 14: Reviewing Spare Parts Lists Reviewing Spare Parts List for HDP600, HDP600-LC, HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 HDP600 Series Recommended Spare Parts List Effective Date: To be added at a later date For current pricing see http://www.fargopartner.com/support_services/ The Spare Parts Lists for this Printer will be added at a future date. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 15: Glossary of Terms Term Definition 24-bit color A color depth for an image that uses 8 bits for each color (red, blue, green) combining the possible 256 shades to provide a color depth of 16.7 million colors. AC - Alternating Current An electrical current that reverses its direction at regular intervals (typically 50 - 60 times a second). Access Card The card for the SmartGuard security system.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Barcodes A series of alternating black and white stripes, of varying widths (each character denoted by a set number and width of black stripes) that allows characters to be optically read by a computer. batch print A file sent down from the computer that contains commands to print a number of cards, sequentially.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Cache A type of memory Buffer to store data temporarily, used to hold information that is most often exchanged between contRoller and peripheral, to expedite data transfer. Calibrating A procedure to adjust an electro-mechanical device so that it operates within established parameters. Cleaning Roller High tack Rollers positioned just after the input hopper to lift debris off the card as it rolls over it.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition CR-79 A card dimension standard of 2.0625 L X 3.3125 W (+/-0.002 W, +/-0.005 L) or 52.400 X 84.150 mm. CR-80 A card dimension standard of 2.125 X 3.370 (+/-0.002 W, +/0.005 L) or 53.975 X 85.598 mm. CR-90 A card dimension standard of 2.375 X 3.625 (+/-0.002 W, +/0.005 L) or 60.325 X 92.075 mm. CR-100 A card dimension standard of 2.625 X 3.875 (+/-0.002 W, +/0.005 L) or 66.675 X 98.425 mm.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Direct-to-Card (DTC) Printing The Direct-to-Card printing process prints digital images directly onto any plastic card with a smooth, clean, glossy PVC surface. Dither A system of distributing dots to control the hue, brightness and/or saturation. In monochrome printing, this controls the brightness. In color printing, Dithering can supply a larger color gamut than non-Dithering.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Dwell Time The speed at which the card moves across the Lamination Roller, measured in seconds/inch (sec/in). This can be adjusted in the driver to ensure adhesion and card flatness. Dye Migration The diffusion of dye out of the card surface and into another receptive surface, such as a vinyl pouch card holder, resulting in a faded image.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Encoder (wheel) An electromechanical device, attached to a shaft that detects the change in rotational position, incremented to count ticks per revolution. The Printer's Encoder wheel both detects motion and measures the amount of rotation in the movement of the Ribbon. Engine A generic term for a collection of systems and mechanisms that is dedicated to executing a specific function.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Flash Memory A microchip based non-volatile memory device that holds its data when power is removed. This allows for field reprogramming of the Printer commands, such as Printer Firmware upgrades, without the necessity of changing chips. Font A character set similar in style and form. Fonts can be graphical or mathematical constructs, represented by a series of dots or an Assembly of curves and lines.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Hard Drive A high capacity storage device in a PC consisting of nonremovable magnetically encodable platters. Hardware Physical components of a system such as the Printer, the PC, the power supply. HDP (High Definition Printing™) The High-Definition Printing process prints full-color images onto clear HDP transfer film (InTM).
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition IEEE 1284 (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers 1284) A standard method of signaling for a bi-directional parallel interface on personal computers. To ensure proper Printer communications and image output, Fargo recommends a parallel interface cable that complies with this specification. Image A collection of pictures or graphical elements that compose the visual features on a card.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Landscape A document layout that is viewed with the document's long axis in a horizontal orientation. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) A device that contains a liquid crystal between two pieces of polarized film through which reflected or ambient light can pass. When a current is applied, the liquid's polarity changes and blocks the passage of the light resulting in an opaque area of the display.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition MB (Megabyte) A unit of storage that equals 1,048,576 bytes. Memory A generic term for any device that stores digital information using magnetic media or digital chip storage device. Menu A descriptive list of headings above nested functions that aid navigation to a specific operation. These are found in computer applications, with the heading at the top of a subset of like functions.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Oversized Cards Oversized cards are used for more efficient visual identification and are available in many non-standard sizes. The most popular sizes are CR-90 (3.63 x 2.37/92mm x 60mm) and CR-100 (3.88 x 2.63/98.5mm x 67mm). Overlaminate Protective clear or holographic material to increase security and durability applied over the printed surface with a hot Roller.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Pinch Roller A free spinning (non-driven) Roller that presses the card against the drive Roller, on the opposite side, to ensure an adequate normal force for proper traction. Pixel Short for picture element. The smallest element of a graphic. Platen The hard rubber Roller that drives the media through the Printer, providing support to the backside of the media during printing or laminating.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Printhead The device on a Printer that produces the image on the media. PVC Abbreviation for polyvinyl chloride, often called vinyl. PVC is the component of the 0.002 thick clear, dye receptive film on the surface of the identification card and is the primary component of the identification card cores. Queue A sequence of files or sets of data, awaiting transmission or processing.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Resolution The number of individual pixels in a graphic, taken over a given length, used to indicate the sharpness of the picture and the level of detail. The number of elements in the Printhead determines Fargo Printer resolution.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Saturation A measure of the degree of color, from gray, with the same brightness. Self-test A pre-determined print file used to confirm Printer operation typically sent from the driver or stored in the Printer's memory. Sensor An electro-mechanical/electro-optical device used to indicate a change in state in the Printer such as when a card reaches a certain location.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Spooling Rather than moving a print job directly to the Printer, the job is written to the disk so that the user can access the application faster while Windows takes care of printing in the background. SS (Start Sentinel) The character denoting the end of a magnetic data string. Stacker The device that moves the finished cards onto the output column ordering them First In, First Out.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition Thermocouple A device for measuring temperature using a junction of two wires of dissimilar metals that produce a voltage when heated that varies proportionally with the temperature. Thin Film Overlaminate A 0.25-mil thick resin material that enhances card security and durability applied over the printed surface with a hot Roller. Available as clear or with embedded holographic-type security images.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Glossary of Terms (continued) Term Definition UPS (Un-interruptible Power Supply) An AC power supply, typically powered by batteries, which provides temporary power to the PC or Printer during an interruption of the supply voltage. USB (Universal Serial Bus) A 1.5M/sec (12Mbit/sec) serial communication interface that can support 127 separate devices consisting of 4 wires: power, ground, data in and data out.
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RESTRICTED USE ONLY CR-80, CR-90 and CR-100, 7-13, 7-16 CR-90, 15-4 CR-90 or CR-100, 2-29 CSA, 2-6 Cursor, 15-4 Custom 1/Custom 2 options, 7-6, 7-18, 7-19 custom Image Transfer settings.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Glossy / Matte, 15-8 Glossy PVC, 15-8 Glossy-PVC or Matte-PVC options, 7-45 Graphical Device Interface (GDI), 15-8 Gray Scale, 15-8 Gray/Align YMC, 11-19 Gray/Align YMCK, 4-17 Guide eject mode, 7-62 H Halftoning, 15-8 Hard Drive, 15-9 Hardware, 15-9 HDP (High Definition Printing™), 15-9 HDP Cards-Matte PVC + H Panel ribbon (2), 7-6 HDP Cards-Matte PVC + non-H Panel ribbon, 7-6 HDP Film, 7-45 HDP Film Options, 2-10 HDP Film particles, 7-9 HDP Film Storage Temperature, 2-10 HDP Film tran
RESTRICTED USE ONLY M Mag encoding, 15-11 Mag stripe, 15-11 Mag Track, 15-11 Mag Verify, 15-11 magnetic card analyzer, 11-21 Magnetic Encoding tab, 7-54 Magnetic Stripe Encoding Modules, 7-55 Magnetic Stripe encoding process, 7-54 Magnetic Stripe verification, 7-62 Magnetic TOF, 11-21, 11-22, 11-23 Magnetic TOF setting, 11-21 Magnetic Track data, 7-65 Magnetic Track Options, 7-60 Magnetic Track Selection, 7-58, 7-59 Magnetic Track Selection option, 7-59 Magnetics encoder not installed.
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Print Test Image, Setup Printer, Show Error Count, Show Card Count and System Upgrade, 11-1 print the first page of a two-page document, 7-33 Print Timeout Error, 4-9 Print Width, 2-7, 7-14, 7-16 Print YMC Under K and Print K Only options, 7-53 Print YMC Under K/Print K Only options, 7-53 Print/Transfer Stations, 9-12 printed image, 7-44 printed text and barcodes, 7-53 Printer, 2-19 Printer, 11-3 Printer, 11-4 Printer Cleaning Kit, 8-5, 8-10, 8-11, 9-12 Printer Components, 2-15, 2-16 Pr
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Start Sentinel, 11-23 Start Sentinel (SS), 7-65, 11-21, 11-22 Start Sentinel distance, 11-21 Stepper Motor, 15-18 String, 15-18 Supply Frequency, 2-13 Supply Voltage, 2-13 Surface mount, 15-18 surface roughness, 7-5 Switch Box, 15-18 System Requirements, 2-13 System Upgrade, 11-29 System Upgrade option, 12-4 T TAC, 15-18 Tape adhesion Test, 7-7, 7-9 Tape Test, 7-45 Technical Specifications, 2-7, 2-8, 2-9, 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13 Temp file, 15-18 Temperature Adjustment, 2-27 test image,
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 17: Appendix A Attached please find the two (2) HDP600 Menu Option Structure Trees. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.
Display A - CR-100 Menu Tree Image Darkness Alignment Test Resin Darkness YMC Color Bars SELECT FUNCTION Print Card Count Print Offset YMCK Card Test Print Test Image Resin Test Ribbon Tension Resin on Back: Yes/ No Lamination: None/Front/Back/Both Film: Standard/ Holographic Ribbon Drive Resin Tension -25 min +25 max Current Value X -30 min +30 max Current Value X -99 min +99 max Current Value X -7 min +7 max Current Value X -7 min +7 max Current Value X -7 min +7 max Current Value X Clean Pri
Display B - CR-80 Menu Tree Image Darkness Alignment Test Resin Darkness YMC Color Bars SELECT FUNCTION Print Card Count Print Offset YMCK Card Test Print Test Image Resin Test -30 min +30 max Current Value X -99 min +99 max Current Value X Ribbon Tension -7 min +7 max Current Value X Ribbon Drive -7 min +7 max Current Value X Resin on Back: Yes/ No Lamination: None/Front/Back/Both -25 min +25 max Current Value X Film: Standard/ Holographic Resin Tension -7 min +7 max Current Value X Clean
