FARGO electronic 76504, 76505, 76501, 76502, 76503, 76500 manual Print quality overall is not good

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My prints have ÒblotchesÓ (small voids) in them.

Print quality overall is not good.

Symptoms: small spots on the print with no ink or different colors of ink.

■Most likely due to dust inside the printer. Review the procedures in Section 10 for cleaning the inside of the printer. Also, be sure the Ribbon Cartridge is clean and free of any dust particles.

■Defective ribbon. Check to see that ink is not missing on an unused part of the ribbon. If it is, replace ribbon.

Symptoms: poor or faded print quality over the entire sheet of paper or transparency.

■Be sure you have the appropriate supplies installed. Do not use dye-sublimation ribbon or paper if you have a wax thermal transfer print option selected in your printer driver setup, or vice versa. Both the dye-sublimation option and the wax thermal transfer option require their own separate and specific set of supplies. Dye- sublimation ribbon and paper come packaged together and can only be used for dye- sublimation printing. The dye-sublimation ribbon is distinguished by its plastic cores, and the dye-sublimation paper is distinguished by its white, glossy finish. The wax thermal transfer ribbon is distinguished by its cardboard cores and can be used in conjunction with any smooth surfaced paper.

■Paper is upside down. Most papers have a good and bad print side. Be certain that you are loading paper with the print side facing down. On the dye-sublimation paper, the printable side of the paper is the white, glossy side; this side of the dye-sublimation paper should be facing down when inserted into the printer.

■Paper is not of a good enough quality; use a smooth, non-porous paper stock for wax thermal printing. Change to a smoother, shinier paper or purchase FARGO-brand wax thermal paper designed especially for PrimeraPro.

■Print head could be very dirty. Review the procedures in Section 10 for print head cleaning.

■Not enough heat (or too much heat) to properly transfer ink. Adjust the Intensity control in PrimeraProÕs printer driver up or down.

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Contents Operating Instructions Printing History Trademark AcknowledgementsFor Users in Canada For Users in the United StatesTable of Contents Appendix a Switch Settings Using PrimeraPro With a Commodore AmigaMaintenance TroubleshootingHow Your PrimeraPro Color Printer Works IntroductionSpecial Features Safety Precautions Sicherheitshinweise Sicherheits- ma§nahmenAvertissements Consignes de sŽcuritŽAdvertencias Precauciones de seguridadAvvertenze Advertncia Precau›es de seguranaChoosing a Good Location Getting StartedAbout Moisture Condensation Unpacking and Inspection Identifying the Parts Removing Ribbon Cartridge Your PrimeraPro ships with two separate ribbon About Ribbons Ribbons and PaperRibbon and refill kit selection and pricing Loading Ribbon into the Ribbon CartridgePage Placing the Ribbon Cartridge into the Printer About Paper Transparency Film Installing Adjusting Paper Trays Loading Paper or Transparency Film Paper Size Tolerances, Image Sizes, Available Media Important NotePage Important Notes Applying Power Powering PrinterPage Running Self Test Page Connecting PrimeraPro to Your PC Using PrimeraPro With an IBM-PC or CompatiblePage Installing Windows Printer Driver Page Page Using PrimeraProÕs Windows 3.1 Printer Driver Paper Size Ribbon Type Color Matching ResolutionIntensity Panel Text Mode Write Direct to Port Orientation Printing a Color Recommended Using PrimeraPro With An Apple MacintoshConnecting PrimeraPro to Your Macintosh Minimum System RequirementsFargo Driver InstallingInstallation Quick StartChooser Complete. Click on OK to exit the InstallerUsing the Fargo Driver SetupSetup dialog box Expert dialog box Mirrored Expert OptionsPerfed Paper Print within marginsBetter bitmap scaling Black text on black pass only Text Anti-AliasingColor Bitmap Smoothing Bit QuickDrawGamma Correction dialog box Print dialog box Printing a ColorFonts MiscellaneousBackgrounder UsingIntroduction to Background Printing Installing Backgrounder For MacintoshBackgrounder Status Window Printing With Fargo BackgrounderFile menu Fargo Backgrounder MenusJobs menu Admin menuProblems During a Background Print Batch Printing Tips for UsingFargo Backgrounder Memory UsageConnecting PrimeraPro To Your Amiga Using PrimeraPro With a Commodore AmigaInstalling the Amiga Printer Drivers Using PrimeraProÕs Preferences Printer Driver Printer Preferences sysPrefs/PrinterGraphics Printer Preferences sysPrefs/PrinterGfx Color Correction Tool Types PrimeraPro Control Interface sysWBStartup/PPCIRAM Using PrimeraProÕs Fargo Device Print Program MultitaskingApplications Page Supplies Required MaintenanceStandard Print Head Cleaning Expanded Print Head Cleaning Cleaning the PrinterÕs Case Cleaning Inside PrinterOpen the printerÕs top cover with the Cover Release Lever Clearing a Ribbon Jam Clearing a Paper JamCleaning the Drive Roller General Troubleshooting For PrimeraPro Trouble- shootingPrinter doesnÕt work at all My prints have ÒstreaksÓ in them Paper, transparency, or ribbon is jammedPrint quality overall is not good My Dye- Sublimation prints look very dithered or pixelated Paper wonÕt feed and the On Line LED starts blinking My prints are ÒscrambledÓ or look like bar codes CanÕt get the paper all the way into the Paper Input TrayMy 600 x 300 dpi prints are not printing properly Paper and Transparencies RibbonsPage Page An application prints only grey scale Color Panel Order Printing ResolutionPrinting Method Thermal Print HeadSafety DimensionsWeight TemperatureAppendix Switch Settings Ribbon ConfigurationTable A-1 Ribbon Configuration Character Set Configuration Country SW5 SW6 SW7 SW8 Interfacing Information Introduction CENTRONICS- type Parallel InterfaceTable B-1 Parallel Interface Pin Assignments Table B-2 Apple LocalTalk Interface Pin Assignments AppleTalk InterfacePrimeraProÕs Printer Commands Control Codes Standard Text PrintingWax Thermal Color Output Eject $87 Backgrounder ConfigurationConnecting PrimeraPro Amiga Printer DriverFargo Backgrounder MaintenanceSetup PowerTrays Setup, WindowsRibbon Ribbons and Paper

76500, 76505, 76502, 76503, 76504 specifications

The FARGO electronic series, comprising models 76501, 76504, 76503, 76502, and 76505, represents a high-performance line of card printers designed for various identification and credentialing applications. Known for their innovative technology and user-friendly interface, these models cater to businesses, organizations, and educational institutions needing reliable card production solutions.

A distinguishing feature of the FARGO 765 series is its advanced printing technology, which combines high-resolution capabilities with fast printing speeds. The printers support both single-sided and dual-sided printing, ensuring flexibility in card design and security features. The vibrant output, coupled with a print resolution of 300 dpi, enables crisp text and high-quality images, making these printers ideal for creating professional-looking ID cards, badges, and membership cards.

The FARGO 765 series also highlights the integration of smart card encoding capabilities. Models such as 76503 and 76505 are equipped with the ability to encode smart cards, magnetic stripes, and RFID chips during the printing process. This feature is essential for organizations looking to implement secure access control, time-tracking solutions, or cashless payment systems.

Another noteworthy characteristic is the printer's robust construction and ease of use. FARGO's intuitive interface simplifies the printing process, allowing users to operate the printer without extensive training. Additionally, the models come with customizable input and output hoppers that can accommodate varying volumes of card production.

The 765 series also boasts a suite of connectivity options, including USB and Ethernet interfaces. This allows for easy integration into existing IT infrastructures, supporting network printing capabilities for multiple users. Furthermore, the printers are compatible with various card design software, enabling users to create tailored designs that meet their specific needs.

In terms of maintenance, FARGO has designed these printers for durability and reliability. The replaceable print cores and cleaning cartridges ensure optimal performance, reducing downtime and prolonging the lifespan of the printers.

Overall, the FARGO electronic 76501, 76504, 76503, 76502, and 76505 models stand out in the market for their high-quality printing, advanced encoding capabilities, user-friendly design, and extensive connectivity options. These features make them an excellent choice for organizations in need of efficient, professional, and secure card printing solutions.
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