FARGO electronic Card Printer manual Clearing a Card JAM, Clearing a Ribbon JAM

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F. CLEARING A CARD JAM

If a card becomes jammed inside the printer, the LCD Display will indicate the jam. At this point you can either try to correct the problem and continue printing with the same card, or remove the card completely and continue printing with a new card. Refer to the following steps for instructions on doing either:

1.Leave the power ON, and open the printerÕs Top Cover.

2.Remove the ribbon if necessary.

3.If you would like to try to correct the problem and continue printing with the same card, do so by pressing the On/Cancel button to advance the card or the Pause/Resume button to reverse the card. Use these buttons to help free the card from its jam. Try not to move the card too far from where it was just before the jam occurred. Once the jam is cleared, replace media, close the Top Cover, and press the Pause/Resume button to resume printing.

4.If you would like to remove the jammed card completely, do so by using the On/Cancel and Pause/Resume buttons to manually eject the card. Then, replace media, close the Top Cover, and press the On/Cancel button. At this point, the LCD Display will prompt you to either press the Pause/Resume button or the On/Cancel button. Pressing the Pause/Resume button will cause the printer to feed in a new card and reprint the job which originally jammed along with all subsequent jobs still being sent. Pressing the On/Cancel button will reboot the printer and cancel all jobs within the printerÕs memory. In this case, you must also cancel and resend the print job from your computer.

G.CLEARING A RIBBON JAM

If the ribbon becomes stuck to a card or jammed inside the printer, the LCD Display will indicate that it is jammed. Refer to the following steps to clear the jam:

1.Leave the power ON, and open the printerÕs Top Cover.

2.Remove the Take-Up core (the side with used ribbon on it) from in between the two black Drive Hubs.

3.Steadily pull the ribbon free from where it is jammed. If stuck to a card, pull the ribbon off the card and throw the card away. If it is jammed underneath the rollers, press and hold down the printerÕs Pause/Resume button as you gently pull up on the ribbon. Do not jerk the ribbon to free it, since this will increase the chance of breaking it. If it does happen to break, simply tape the broken end of the supply roll directly onto the take-up roll. Then, wind a few inches worth of ribbon from the supply roll onto the take-up roll. Be sure the ribbon is passing beneath both the supply and take-up rolls.

4.Once the jam is cleared, replace media, close the Top Cover, and press the On/Cancel button. At this point, the LCD Display will prompt you to either press the Pause/Resume button or the On/Cancel button. Pressing the Pause/Resume button will cause the printer to feed in a new card and reprint

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Contents Page Printing History Trademark AcknowledgementsFor Users in the United States For Users in CanadaFor Users in Taiwan Table of Contents Appendix a Magnetic Stripe Encoding Module Thank You IntroductionHOW Your Card Printer Works Dye-SublimationResin Thermal Transfer Special FeaturesSafety Precautions Sicherheitsmaßnahmen Consignes de sécurité Precauciones de seguridad Avvertenze Attenzione Precauzioni per la SicurezzaAdvertências Cuidado Precauções de Segurança4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual Getting Started Choosing a Good LocationAbout Moisture Condensation Unpacking and Inspection Applying PowerIdentifying the Parts LCD Display On/Cancel ButtonOn LED Light Ready LED LightInstalling the Cleaning Roller Extending the Card Output Drawer About Ribbons Ribbons and CardsDye-Sublimation-Only Ribbons for 4250 only Resin-Only Ribbons for 4250Loading Ribbon Into the Printer Dye-Sublimation/Resin Ribbon for 4250 onlySupply Take-up About Cards Loading Cards Into the Printer Running the Self Test Self Test Example Actual size Using Your 4200 Series Card Printer Connecting the Printer to Your ComputerIBM-PC Using Your 4200 Series Card Printer Macintosh Windows 95/98 or Windows NT Installing the Windows Printer DriverWindows Installing the 32-BIT Print Spooler for Windows 95/98 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual Installing the Macintosh Printer Driver Choosing the Macintosh Printer Driver Setting UP the Printer DriverWindows NT Windows 95/98Apply Ribbon Overlay AlgebraicBuffer Single Card CalibrateColor Matching Card SizeDither Mode Disable PrintingControls Dye-Sub IntensityFargoColor Image PlacementPanel Graphics Panel OnlyOrientation MonitorPicture Controls Print Edge-to-EdgeRibbon Sensor Resin HeatRibbon Type Rotate 180 DegreesPrinting a Card 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual Installing the Backgrounder Using the Print Backgrounder For MacintoshBackgrounder Status Window Printing with the BackgrounderBackgrounder Menus Admin menuJobs menu Problems During a Background PrintSupplies Required MaintenanceStandard Printhead Cleaning Expanded Printhead Cleaning Cleaning the PRINTER’S CaseCleaning the Inside of the Printer Clearing a Ribbon JAM Clearing a Card JAMCleaning the Card Feed Rollers Cleaning the Drive Roller Maintaining the Cleaning Roller 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual Adjusting the Card Input Guides Mechanical AdjustmentsMechanical Adjustments Adjusting the Card Separator Flap Adjusting the Internal Card GuideCard Separator Adjustment Wheel Interpreting LCD Display Messages TroubleshootingTOP Line of LCD Message Cause Solution 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual TOP Line of LCD Message Cause Solution TOP Line of LCD Message Cause Solution Both Lines of LCD Message Cause Solution General Troubleshooting Suggestions Printer beeps just before each ribbon panel is printedPrinter doesn’t seem to work at all My prints have spots small voids in them ’m having problems printing from Windows 95/98Printing gets cut off or is not centered on the card Photos on my ID cards look very pixelated or grainyTwo or more cards feed at the same time Can’t get the cards in between the Card Input Guides4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual Card Types Technical SpecificationsWeight Magnetic Track Options Appendix a Magnetic Stripe Encoding ModuleEncoding Mode / Coercivity / Track Selection Encoded Bit Density Magnetic Track OptionsCharacter Data Size Character Ascii OffsetLRC Generation Mode ISO Track LocationsSending Track Information ~1%JULIE ANDERSON623-85-1253? 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual Introduction Appendix B Interfacing InformationCENTRONICS-TYPE Parallel Interface Wire DiagramMini 8-PIN Serial Interface Signal Description4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual Adjusting the Internal Printer Settings Appendix C Internal Printer SettingsImage Darkness 00 + Magnetic Offset 00 + SmartCard Offset 00 + RESUME+CANCEL 4250/4225 Card Printer UserÕs Manual Background print utility Bar codes IndexLCD display

Card Printer specifications

The FARGO electronic card printer is a standout solution in the world of identification and access control systems, known for its exceptional quality, reliability, and advanced features. Designed to cater to businesses and organizations of all sizes, FARGO printers have become synonymous with secure card issuance, making them an ideal choice for government entities, educational institutions, corporate organizations, and event management.

One of the main features of the FARGO electronic card printer is its ability to produce high-quality, durable cards. Using state-of-the-art dye-sublimation technology, the printer delivers vibrant images and sharp text, ensuring that cards are not only visually appealing but also equipped with excellent durability against wear and tear. The ability to print in both full color and monochrome provides flexibility, allowing users to choose the best option that fits their needs.

The FARGO printer series integrates multiple security features to enhance card protection. Many models come equipped with the latest hardware and software advancements, including holographic overlaminates and UV printing capabilities. These features offer an extra layer of security, making it challenging for counterfeiters to replicate the issued cards, thus ensuring the integrity of the identification process.

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Overall, the FARGO electronic card printer represents an efficient and effective solution for organizations seeking reliable card printing capabilities. With its combination of advanced technologies, security features, user-friendly design, and excellent output quality, the FARGO printer series remains a popular choice among businesses striving for professionalism and security in their identification processes.
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