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Specifications

Persona C25

Persona C16

 

 

 

 

 

Print Method:

Dye-Sublimation / Resin Thermal Transfer

 

Dye-Sublimation / Resin Thermal Transfer

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resolution:

300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm)

 

300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Colors:

Up to 16.7 million / 256 shades per pixel

 

Up to 16.7 million / 256 shades per pixel

 

 

 

 

 

 

Full-color with resin black, YMCKO**,250 prints

Full-color with resin black, YMCKO**, 250 prints

Print Ribbon Options or Ink

Dye-sublimation black, BO**, 500 prints

 

 

Dye-sublimation black, BO**, 500 prints

 

Cartridge Capacity:

Full-color with two resin black panels, YMCKOK**, 250 prints

 

Resin black, green, blue, red, white, silver, gold and scratch-off, 1000 prints

 

Resin black, green, blue, red, white, silver, gold and scratch-off, 1000 prints

 

 

 

 

 

 

Print Speed:*

30 seconds per card / 120 cards per hour (YMCKO)*

30 seconds per card / 120 cards per hour (YMCKO)*

6 seconds per card / 600 cards per hour (K)*

 

5 seconds per card / 720 cards per hour (K)*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accepted Standard Card Sizes:

CR-80 (3.375"L x 2.125"W / 85.6mmL x 54mmW)

CR-80 (3.375"L x 2.125"W / 85.6mmL x 54mmW)

CR-79 Adhesive Back (3.303"L x 2.051"W / 83.9mmL x 52.1mmW)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Print Area:

CR-80 edge-to-edge (3.37"L x 2.11"W / 85.5mmL x 53.5mmW)

CR-80 edge-to-edge (3.37"L x 2.11"W / 85.5mmL x 53.5mmW)

 

 

 

Accepted Card Thickness:

.020" (20 mil) to .030" (30 mil) / .5mm to .76mm

.020" (20 mil) to .030" (30 mil) / .5mm to .76mm

 

 

 

Accepted Card Types:

PVC or polyester cards with polished PVC finish;

monochrome resin ribbon required for 100% polyester cards

monochrome resin ribbon required for 100% polyester cards

PVC or polyester cards with polished PVC finish;

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input Hopper Card Capacity or

100 cards (.030” / .762mm)

 

100 cards (.030" / .762mm)

 

Card Cartridge Capacity:

300 cards (.010” / .254mm) auto or manual feed

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Output Hopper Card Capacity:

100 cards (.030” / .762mm)

 

Attachable Card Output Hopper; 50 cards (.030" / .762mm)

 

 

 

 

 

Memory:

2MB RAM

 

2MB RAM

 

 

 

 

Display:

LCD display shows printer status and diagnostic error prompts

LCD display shows printer status and diagnostic error prompts

 

 

 

 

 

Software Drivers:

Windows ® 3.1x/95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP

 

Windows ® 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP

 

 

 

 

 

 

ISO Magnetic Stripe Encoding Module, dual high- and low-coercivity,

ISO Magnetic Stripe Encoding Module, high- or low-coercivity (specify when

Encoding Options:

Tracks 1, 2, and 3

 

 

ordering), Tracks 1, 2, and 3

 

 

E-card Docking Station (required for 3rd party smart card encoding)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IBM-PC or compatible, Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP, Pentium ® class

IBM-PC or compatible, Windows 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000/XP, Pentium ® class

System Requirements:

133MHz computer with 32MB of RAM or higher, 200MB free hard disk space

133MHz computer with 32MB of RAM or higher, 200MB free hard disk space

 

or higher, ECP parallel port with DMA access

 

or higher, ECP parallel port with DMA access

 

 

 

Interface:

Centronics Parallel, IEEE 1284 compliant; network compatible

Centronics Parallel, IEEE 1284 compliant; network compatible

 

 

 

 

 

Operating Temperature:

65° to 80° F / 18° to 27° C

 

65° to 80° F / 18° to 27° C

 

 

 

 

 

 

Humidity:

20–80% non-condensing

 

20 – 80% non-condensing

 

 

 

 

Dimensions:

9.05"H x 17.43"W x 10.94"D / 229mmH x 442mmW x 278mmD

8.9"H x 13.1"W x 10.5"D / 226mmH x 333mmW x 267mmD

 

 

 

 

 

Weight:

26 lbs. / 11.8 kg

 

15 lbs. / 7 kg

 

 

 

 

 

 

Printer Color:

Beige

 

Ice Blue

 

 

 

 

Agency Listings:

Safety: UL 1950, cUL 1950, TüV-GS (EN 60950), CE

Safety: UL 1950, cUL 1950, TüV-GS (EN 60950), CE

Emissions: FCC Class B, CRC c1374, Class B, ITS EMC, CE

Emissions: FCC Class B, CRC c1374, Class B, ITS EMC, CE

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supply Voltage:

100 –240 VAC, 1.9 A

 

100 –240 VAC, 1.9 A

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supply Frequency:

47 Hz – 63 Hz

 

47 Hz – 63 Hz

 

 

 

 

 

Warranty:

Printer – One year

 

Printhead – One year/unlimited pass with UltraCardCards

Printhead – One year/unlimited pass with UltraCard™ Cards

Printer – One year

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• External Print Server

USB-to-Parallel Interface Cable

• External Print Server

USB-to-Parallel Interface Cable

Options:

(Windows only; required for stand-alone

(Windows 98/Me/2000/XP only)

(Windows only; required for stand-alone

(Windows 98/Me/2000/XP only)

 

networking of printers.)

• Printer Cleaning Kit

networking of printers.)

• Printer Cleaning Kit

 

 

 

 

 

FARGO Certified Supplies: FARGO Card Printers require highly specialized media to function properly. To maximize printed card quality and durability, printhead life and printer reliability, use only FARGO Certified Supplies. FARGO warranties are void, where not prohibited by law, when non-FARGO Certified Supplies are used.

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FARGO electronic C25 manual Choose the Persona desktop card printer That’s right for you

C25 specifications

The FARGO electronic C25 is a cutting-edge ID card printer that has gained recognition for its innovative features and advanced technologies. Designed for high-performance applications, the C25 offers exceptional print quality, speed, and versatility, making it an ideal solution for organizations that require secure and professional identification cards.

One of the standout features of the FARGO C25 is its ability to produce high-resolution color cards with sharp text and vibrant images. Utilizing dye-sublimation printing technology, the C25 ensures that every card produced is of the highest quality. With a printing resolution of up to 300 dpi, users can expect crisp details and vivid colors, which are essential for creating professional ID cards that stand out.

The C25 is equipped with a user-friendly interface, allowing for easy operation and management. Its intuitive controls enable operators to quickly navigate through settings and options, streamlining the printing process. Additionally, the printer comes with USB connectivity and optional Ethernet support, providing flexible integration into existing networks and making it easier to manage multiple printers across various locations.

One of the most important aspects of the FARGO C25 is its commitment to security. The printer offers various encoding options, including magnetic stripe encoding and smart card technology, allowing organizations to implement secure ID solutions. By incorporating advanced security features, such as password protection and data encryption, the C25 ensures that sensitive information is safeguarded during the printing process.

Versatility is another key characteristic of the FARGO C25. It is capable of producing standard ID cards, visitor badges, and employee identification cards, making it suitable for a diverse range of applications. The printer can handle various card sizes and types, including PVC and composite cards, allowing for customization to meet specific organizational needs.

In terms of efficiency, the FARGO C25 stands out with its fast printing speeds. Capable of printing full-color cards in just over 30 seconds, it meets the demands of high-volume printing environments. This efficiency does not come at the expense of quality, as the C25 maintains consistent and reliable results with every print run.

In summary, the FARGO electronic C25 ID card printer is a versatile, high-performance solution for organizations seeking to create professional-grade identification cards. With its advanced printing technology, user-friendly interface, security features, and efficient operation, the C25 is designed to meet the challenges of modern ID card printing while ensuring exceptional print quality and reliability.