Datacard-group SP35 Manuel d'utilisateur

SP35 Printer Guide553772-001May 2003

Page 7Loading print ribbon1Open the printer. 2Remove the ribbon cartridge with the used ribbon.3Remove both used ribbon spools from the cartridge.Tips

Page 86Replace the loaded ribbon cartridge in the printer.• Make sure both spindles rest in the black supports on the left side of the printer.• Mak

Page 9Check the PC connectionThe printer and PC are connected when the printer is set up. Before beginning card processing, make sure the connection i

Page 10Power on the printerPlug in the printer to power it on. The printer does not have a power switch.1Make sure the power supply cord connects to

Page 11Status lightThe front of the printer has a light that provides information about the current state of the printer.At startup, the status light

Page 12Blinking Amber The printer has an error. Check the following:• See the PC for a message.• If you used the Power-on/Ready sequence to print a

Page 13Opening Properties or Printing PreferencesBegin with the printer connected to the PC and powered on so values are saved correctly.1Choose Start

Page 145The dialog box opens.6View settings or change settings.• Make sure that driver settings match printer features and supplies used.• The Print

Page 15Open the Printer ToolboxThe Printer Toolbox icon is located in the lower right corner of the Windows desktop. The icon shows the status of comm

Page 16The Printer Toolbox displays:• The current state of communication between the driver and printer.• Message text, if there are any messages. •

Information resources for the SP35 Printer Installation To install the printer:To install one printer to a PC using a USB cable, see the Installation

Page 17Cleaning the printerRun a cleaning card and change the cleaning sleeve when changing the print ribbon.1Open the printer cover and remove the ri

Page 1810Slide the used cleaning sleeve off the spindle.11Place a new cleaning sleeve on the spindle (1).12Remove the protective cover from the slee

Page 19Printer suppliesRibbon kits and cleaning supplies are available for the printer.Ribbon kits contain a roll of print ribbon, a cleaning card, an

Page 20Available colors include:Cleaning suppliesDatacard recommends that you order additional cleaning supplies to have on hand to address unusual

Page 21Getting the most out of your printerTo get the best quality cards and to maintain printer performance, follow these tips for success: • Use the

Page 22– Do not apply topcoat over a magnetic stripe, signature panel, or smart card chip. • Follow instructions carefully when replacing supplies,

Page 23TroubleshootingWhat is the problem? Try this:1A message appeared on the PC.• Click the Help button on the message box. The help topic describes

Page 245The printer does not respond when I print a card or when I click “Resume” on the Printer Toolbox.• Make sure the printer is plugged in. See

Page 25Site requirementsOperating environment• Relative humidity: 20% to 80% non-condensing• Temperature: 60° F to 95° F (15° C to 35° C)Electrical re

Legal Notices (FCC)Please note and heed the WARNING and CAUTION labels that have been placed on the equipment for your safety. Please do not attempt t

539251-001 Rev. E Page iiiContentsAbout the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Loading cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Page 1About the printerThe outside of the printerPrinter Cover.Latch: Lift the latch to open the printer cover.Card Tray: Lift the cover to load blank

Page 2Ports are located on the left side of the printer.Manual Advance Knob: Use to release a card in the printer or to turn rollers.Power Receptacl

Page 3The inside of the printerCover Arm: Holds the cover and printhead cartridge in place.Printhead Cartridge: Applies the image to the card. The lab

Page 4Features and optionsFeatures and options are identified on the printer label. • Printers with “K” printing can print one color (monochrome). “

Page 5Loading cards1Lift the card tray door until it rests open.2Remove cards from the original package. Tips: Handling cardsDo not touch the surface

Page 63Place the cards in the card tray. The diagram shows the typical locations for the magnetic stripe and smart card chip.4Close the card tray do