MAGNETIC ENCODER CLEANING
The read/write head requires periodic cleaning to maintain
WHEN TO CLEAN
When the amber & red indicators flash (Every 1000 cards* approx.)
*Using 5-panel color ribbon (YMCKO). *Optional factory setting.
HOW TO CLEAN
1.Leave power on.
Open Cover and release Print Head Bracket to remove ribbon.
Close Print Head.
Close Cover. Remove cards from Card Cartridge.
2.Insert one
through slot on the side of the Card Cartridge.
3. Press the Panel Button for a few seconds. The Card will feed into printer and carry out the cleaning process. Repeat the process with a new Cleaning Card if necessary.
Note: For cleaning prior to the WHEN TO CLEAN signal, first press the Panel Button for 3 seconds to start the cleaning process (Repeat steps 1 & 2 above).
Although the amber and red indicators will keep flashing until the cleaning process has been performed, the printer will continue to operate.
ISO STANDARD ENCODING
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| ^ | 210BPI* | Alphanumeric | 79‡ |
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| = | 75BPI* | Numeric | 40‡ |
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| = | 210BPI* | Numeric | 107‡ |
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NOTE: Refer to the Card Printer Programmer's Manual for complete programming | |||||
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