FARGO electronic Quatro ID Card Printer Card or ribbon is jammed, Ribbon has torn or even broken

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10.Once both LEDÕs are OFF, Ribbon Sensor calibration is complete.

11.Remove the power cable, open the Top Cover, and flip Switch 1 toward the front of the printer to turn the switch back OFF. Close the Top Cover, reconnect the power cable, and try your print job again.

The card or ribbon is jammed.

Symptoms: Printer makes strange sounds or stops printing, and the on-line LED light is flashing.

¥If your dye-sublimation ribbon is sticking to the card, check to see that you are using a card with a polished PVC finish. A card with a dull or sticky finish can cause the ribbon to stick to its surface causing the ribbon to jam or even break (see Chapter 3, Section III for card stock information).

¥If you are using an acceptable video imaging card stock and the ribbon is still consistently being jammed down into the drive roller, you may need to reposition the Headlift Assembly. To do this, simply open the printerÕs Top Cover (DO NOT open the Printhead Assembly). With the printer powered ON, push down both the on/cancel and the on- line buttons at the same time. You should then hear the Headlift Assembly rotate and realign itself.

¥Review the proper procedures for clearing ribbon and card jams in Chapter 5, Section VI, VII.

The ribbon has torn or even broken.

Symptoms: Printer stops printing or simply continues to wind the take-up end of the roll, and the on-line LED light is flashing.

¥If your dye-sublimation ribbon is sticking to the card, check to see that you are using a card with a polished PVC finish. A card with a dull or sticky finish can cause the ribbon to stick to its surface causing the ribbon to jam or even break (see Chapter 3, Section III for card stock information).

¥If you are using an acceptable video imaging card stock and the ribbon is still consistently being jammed down into the drive roller, you may need to reposition the Headlift Assembly. To do this, simply open the printerÕs Top Cover (DO NOT open the Printhead Assembly). With the printer powered ON, push down both the on/cancel and the on- line buttons at the same time. You should then hear the Headlift Assembly rotate and realign itself.

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Contents Quatro ID Card Printer UserÕs Manual Printing History Table of Contents Appendix a Magnetic Stripe Encoding Module Choosing a Good Location Getting StartedThank YOU II. about Moisture CondensationIII. Unpacking and Inspection Powering Up the Printer Applying PowerPower Input Port II. Identifying the Printer Features Ribbons and Cards About RibbonsII. Loading Ribbon Into the Printer Release Tab Printhead Assembly Take-up Ribbon Supply Ribbon Drive Hubs Ribbon Sensor III. about Cards IV. Loading Cards Into the PrinterCard Stack Card Input Tray Printing a Self Test Using the Quatro ID Card Printer Connecting the Printer to Your ComputerII. Installing the Windows Printer Driver Windows 95/98 or Windows NTWindows III. Installing the 32-BIT Print Spooler for Windows 95/98 PanelUsing the Quatro ID Card Printer IV. Setting UP the Windows Printer Driver Windows 95/98 Windows NTCard Size Color Matching ControlsDither Mode Fast 32-bit SpoolerPanel Graphics Mag Encode Only MagneticsNo Margins Position Rear of PrinterRibbon Type RotateWrite Direct to Port Printing a Card Maintenance Supplies RequiredII. Standard Printhead Cleaning III. Expanded Printhead Cleaning IV. Cleaning the PRINTER’S CaseCleaning the Inside of the Printer VI. Clearing a Card JAMVIII. Cleaning the Card Feed Rollers VII. Clearing a Ribbon JAMInsert this end first Sticky Side Up IX. Cleaning the Drive Roller Maintaining the Cleaning RollersMaintenance Troubleshooting Printer doesn’t work at allOn-line LED light is flashing On/cancel LED light is flashing ’m having problems printing from Windows 95/98Ribbon doesn’t seem to wind or print properly Card or ribbon is jammed Ribbon has torn or even brokenMy prints have streaks in them My prints have blotches small voids in themPrinting gets cut off or is not centered on the card Photos on my ID cards look very pixelatedCard won’t feed and the on-line LED starts blinking Two or more cards feed at the same timeTechnical Specifications Printing AreaEncoding Mode / Magnetic Track Selection Magnectic Track OptionsMagnetic Track Options Encoded Bit DensityCharacter Ascii Offset LRC Generation ModeCharacter Data Size Character Data ParityII. Track Locations III. Sending Track Information~1%JULIE ANDERSON623-85-1253? Appendix B Interfacing Information IntroductionII. CENTRONICS-TYPE Parallel Interface Index Drive rollerRibbon type Page

Quatro ID Card Printer specifications

The FARGO Electronic Quattro ID Card Printer is a versatile and efficient solution for creating high-quality identification cards. This state-of-the-art printer is designed to cater to a variety of industries, including education, healthcare, and corporate environments, making it an ideal choice for organizations that require reliable and secure ID card printing.

One of the standout features of the Quattro ID Card Printer is its ability to produce vibrant, full-color cards with exceptional clarity. Utilizing advanced dye-sublimation technology, the printer ensures that images and text are reproduced with remarkable precision. The printer has a resolution of 300 dpi, providing sharp details and rich colors that enhance the overall appearance of the ID cards.

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In conclusion, the FARGO Electronic Quattro ID Card Printer is a powerful tool for creating secure, professional-grade identification cards. With its advanced printing technology, dual-sided printing capability, smart card encoding, and user-friendly features, it stands out as a reliable choice for organizations looking to enhance their ID card issuance processes. Whether for employee badges, student IDs, or membership cards, the Quattro printer is an excellent investment in security and quality.
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