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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 in Section 8, page 449, for proper sequence.

Step

Procedure

 

 

1

Choose Menu, Print Test Image and Gray/Align YMC 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.

 

Caution: Reducing the Transfer Tension too much may cause slack in

 

the Film take-up, which is evidenced by a wrinkling noise and extra Film take-up

 

during the release phase.

 

b. Increase the Transfer Tension if this occurs. (Note: There may be a

 

snapping or clunking sound during Film take-up if it is too tight. Errors may

 

occur in either case.)

 

 

5

Press the Select button to save the value.

 

 

6

Print a test card as described in Step 1.

 

 

7

Repeat Steps 1 to 6 until the Film is applied smoothly to the card without

 

wrinkles or creases.

 

 

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HDP820 specifications

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