Page 2 - Contents
Contents Before Use About this Manual ................................................................ 3Precautions .......................................................................... 3Disclaimer ............................................................................ 7Name and Functions ...
Page 3 - About this Manual; Contents of this Manual; Batch Print; Print; Precautions; Safety Precautions; Before Use
About this Manual Contents of this Manual v The copyright of this manual belongs to our company. Reprint andduplicate of this manual in part or full without the prior consent of ourcompany is strictly prohibited. v Product names of other companies described in the manual are thetrademarks or registe...
Page 4 - Warnings
Page 5 - Caution
Page 7 - Internal Mechanism Diagram
Disclaimer . Name and Functions of Parts Internal Mechanism Diagram . A Card feeder unit v This is the roller for feeding cards. B Bend remedy unit (optional) v Corrects bending of the card after retransfer. C Retransfer heating roller v Transfers images printed on the retransfer film to the card. D...
Page 10 - Specifications; Main Specifications; Item; Outline Dimensional Drawing; Accessories/Products Sold Separately; Accessories
Specifications Main Specifications Item Description Recording system Dye sublimation retransfer Paper feed mode Automatic Recording density 300 dpi Reproductiongradation 256 levels each for Y, M and C2 levels for Resin K Interface USB2.0(Hi-speed/Full Speed)Ethernet(100BASE-TX/10BASE-T) Operatingenv...
Page 11 - Options
Options Options v Bend remedy unitDevice for correcting card bend after printing. v Magnetic encoderDevice for writing data to a magnetic stripe card.It can only be installed on a double-sided printer. v Contact IC encoderDevice for writing data to a contact IC card. v Non-contact IC encoderDevice f...
Page 12 - Printing a Card; Operating the Printer
Printing a Card Cautions: v If you see an [Initializing..] or [Preheating..] message on the LCDpanel of the printer, this means the printer is not ready yet. Printingcannot be performed until a [Ready] massage appears. v Printing the card on the side with the magnetic stripe may causeprinting errors...
Page 13 - Operation Panel
Operation Panel Name and Functions of Parts . R e a d y T o t a l R e s e t M e n u * * * A B C A Operation panel v Displays the settings, operating status, and error messages. B Status icon/operation button display v Displays the status icon and function of the operation button. C Operation buttons...
Page 15 - Setting Mode; Settings
Setting Mode v Settings can be viewed on the printer’s operation panel. v Settings can be changed on the status monitor of the computer. "Setting Using the Operation Panel" ( A page 22) "Sequence of Setting Modes" ( A page 17) "Factory Settings" ( A page 19) Cleaning v For se...
Page 17 - Sequence of Setting Modes
Sequence of Setting Modes v Settings can be viewed on the printer’s operation panel. v Settings can be changed on the status monitor of the computer. "Setting mode" ( A page 15) 1 Press I v Enters the setting mode. . 2 Press J v Pressing it each time displays the next setting item. v Pressin...
Page 20 - Security Lock; Registration of Security Key Number
Security Lock v The security lock function can be applied to the printer door and cardhopper to prevent opening of the printer door as well as removal ofcards. v The lock can be turned on/off using the status monitor on thecomputer. "Status monitor" ( A page 117) v By registering a security ...
Page 22 - Setting Using the Operation Panel; Initialization; Initializing printer without feeding the image
Setting Using the Operation Panel Initialization v Whenever the power is turned on, cue (initialization) is performedautomatically on the ink ribbon and retransfer film. v You can also perform initialization manually using the operationbutton on the operation panel. 1 Press K v An [Initialize OK?] m...
Page 23 - Initializing printer after feeding by two images; Test Print; Test Pattern Types
m Initializing printer after feeding by two images A Press J to set to [2'nd Panel, OK?] . B Press B v An [Initializing..] message appears, and the printer is initializedafter feeding the ink ribbon and retransfer film by two images. . Test Print v Prints the printer’s built-in test pattern, or the ...
Page 24 - Firmware Update; If download fails and printer cannot be started up
Firmware Update 1 Press I v A [Cleaning] message appears. . 2 Press J to set to [Download] v Pressing it each time displays the next setting item. . 3 Press G v A [Download Ready] message appears, indicating that the printer isready to download data from the computer. . . 4 Start data download from ...
Page 25 - Display Mode Setting; Counter Setting; Counter Types
Display Mode Setting v This is used for setting the information to be displayed on theoperation panel. Settings v Counter: Displays the counter preset in "Counter setting". v Laminator State: Displays the operating status of the connected laminator. If alaminator is not connected, the counte...
Page 26 - Counter Reset; Checking reset
6 Press F v Enters the settings change mode. . 7 Press A and select a setting 8 Press B to confirm the setting v Pressing B confirms the setting and returns you to the previous screen. 9 Press H to exit the setting mode v Pressing it each time displays the setting item on the next higherlevel. Count...
Page 27 - Contrast Setting
Contrast Setting v For setting the contrast of the operation panel display. Settings v -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3 Selecting a larger value increases the contrast. 1 Press I v A [Cleaning] message appears. . 2 Press J to set to [Setting] v Pressing it each time displays the next setting item. . 3 Press G...
Page 28 - Buzzer Setting; Unit Number Setting
Buzzer Setting v For setting whether to sound the buzzer when an error occurs orwhen settings are changed. Settings v On: turns on buzzer sound, Off: turns off buzzer sound 1 Press I v A [Cleaning] message appears. . 2 Press J to set to [Setting] v Pressing it each time displays the next setting ite...
Page 29 - Transport Mode Setting; Canceling the transport mode
Transport Mode Setting v When transporting or moving the printer, ensure that the heatingroller is fastened to a safe position. Cautions: v Make sure that you set to the transport mode when transporting ormoving the printer. Failure to do so will cause the printer to malfunction. 1 Open the printer ...
Page 30 - Setting Using the Status Monitor
Setting Using the Status Monitor "Status Monitor Settings" ( A page 107) Operating the Printer 30
Page 31 - Cards; Cards have Run Out; Magnetic stripe cards; Replacement
Cards Cards have Run Out v Replenish the cards. v The card hopper is able to store up to about 100 cards with athickness of 0.76 mm. Cautions: v Get ready cards that are designated by the authorized dealer. v If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete,activate the security loc...
Page 32 - Ink Ribbon; Ink Ribbon has Run Out
Ink Ribbon Ink Ribbon has Run Out v Replace with a new ink ribbon. Cautions: v If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete,activate the security lock again. v Stand the cassette on a flat surface as illustrated in the diagram.Avoid doing so on the floor as dust attached to it m...
Page 33 - Retransfer Film; Retransfer Film has Run Out
6 Press K N B to reset the printer . Memo: v To avoid printing errors, it is recommended that you forward by oneor two images after installing the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer filmcassette. "Initializing printer when installing the cassette" ( A page 22) Retransfer Film Retransfer Film ...
Page 35 - Servicing of Parts; Request for routine servicing; Cleaning Roller; Maintenance
Servicing of Parts m Request for routine servicing v In order to prevent printing errors and malfunctions from occurringin advance, please request for routine servicing by the servicingpersonnel. For details on servicing, please consult our authorizeddealers. Cleaning Roller v The function of the cl...
Page 37 - Card Feed Roller/Heating Roller
Card Feed Roller/Heating Roller v The color of the printed card may appear faded or dirt may appearconspicuous if the card feed roller or heating roller is dirty. v Perform cleaning after printing about 1,000 cards. Cautions: v If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete,activa...
Page 39 - Magnetic Head
Magnetic Head v If the magnetic head is dirty, errors may occur during writing to orreading of the magnetic stripe card. v Clean the magnetic head after approximately every 1,000 cards. Cautions: v If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete,activate the security lock again. v ...
Page 40 - Bobbin Holders
9 After the cleaning card is discharged, turn off the power, and installthe card hopper . . v To turn on the power again, do so after an interval of at least 10seconds. Bobbin Holders v If burrs produced by friction with the bobbins are attached to thebobbin holders, they may fall onto the card, ink...
Page 41 - Thermal Head
4 Apply alcohol to a cotton swab (large), and use it to wipe the fourbobbin holders(Cotton swab and alcohol: sold separately) . 5 Insert the retransfer film cassette along the guide rail until a “click”sound is heard . . 6 Insert the ink ribbon cassette along the guide rail until a “click”sound is h...
Page 43 - Servicing Based on Print Output; Colors Appear Faded or Dirt is Conspicuous
Servicing Based on Print Output Colors Appear Faded or Dirt is Conspicuous v "Clean the cleaning roller." ( A page 35) v "Clean the fan filter." ( A page 36) v "Clean the card feed roller/heating roller." ( A page 37) v "Clean the bobbin holders." ( A page 40) Card Ja...
Page 44 - When an Error Message is Displayed; Troubleshooting
When an Error Message is Displayed v Check the error code and error code number displayed on theoperation panel. . List of Error Codes v Click on an error code below to jump to the page with thecorresponding error descriptions. "44" ( A page 45) "90" ( A page 44) "91" ( A pag...
Page 46 - If the card cannot be removed by hand
Cards Cards have Run Out v "Replenish the cards." ( A page 31) Card Jam v Error codes are displayed on the operation panel according to thelocation of the card jam. v Check the error code, and remove the card according to thecorresponding procedure. Cautions: v If the card cannot be removed,...
Page 47 - If the card cannot be discharged
m If the card cannot be discharged A Turn off the power B Open the printer door, and check the position of the jammed card . C Attach the jog dial to the cleaning roller shaft . . D Turn the cleaning roller shaft in the clockwise direction, while checking the position of the card . E Remove the card...
Page 48 - If the card cannot be removed
5 Remove the jammed card in the card turn over unit from the cardload slot . "If the card cannot be removed" ( A page 48) 6 Install the cleaning unit 7 Attach the jog dial to the card turn over unit shaft, and set the cardturn over unit to “Home Pos.” v “Home Pos.” is the position where the ...
Page 52 - If the card is adhered to the retransfer film
Error Code Jam(Retran.) 95 v Card jam near the retransfer heating roller. . 1 Open the printer door v A [Please Remove Jam Card!] or [Please Close Door] messageappears. 2 Pull out the retransfer film cassette . Cautions: v The card may be adhered to the retransfer film. Pull out theretransfer film w...
Page 53 - If the card is inside the printer unit
m If the card is inside the printer unit v If the card is not drawn into the card feed roller and is left insidethe printer, use the tweezers (supplied) to remove the card. A Turn off the power B Check the position of the card that is left inside the printer . C Pick up the card using the tip of the...
Page 58 - Printer not Operating as Desired; Card is not Fed into the Printer; Before Sending Printer for Repair
Printer not Operating as Desired Card is not Fed into the Printer v Is the card load roller dirty? "Clean the card load roller." ( A page 36) v Is the cleaning roller dirty? "Clean the cleaning roller." ( A page 35) v Is the card thickness correctly adjusted? "Check the adjusted ...
Page 59 - Installation and Connection; Power Cord Connection; Setup
Installation and Connection Printer InstallationCautions: v Using the printer in an environment beyond the operating ambienttemperature range may result in retransfer or printing errors. Checkthe “Precautions on installation location” and “Operating environmentconditions” specifications. "Precau...
Page 60 - Printing Media
Printing Media Installing the Ink RibbonCautions: v Stand the cassette on a flat surface as illustrated in the diagram. Avoiddoing so on the floor as dust attached to it may cause printing errors. . v Do not touch the inked surface (the side that faces outward wheninstalled) with your hand. Touching...
Page 62 - Setting Cards
6 Press K N B to reset the printer . Memo: v To avoid printing errors, it is recommended that you forward by oneor two images after installing the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer filmcassette. "Initializing printer when installing the cassette" ( A page 22) Setting Cards v The card hopper ...
Page 64 - Printer and Computer Connection; Connecting Multiple Printers
Printer and Computer Connection Connecting with a USB CableCautions: v While printing is in progress, do not turn off the power of thecomputer, or switch it to the sleep or standby mode. Doing so maystop the movement of the cards inside the printer. v Plug the USB cable in correctly and firmly. v Do...
Page 65 - Computer Settings; System Requirements; Software
Computer Settings m System Requirements v The printer software runs under the following environments. v Microsoft Windows Vista 32 bit (Service Pack 1) v Microsoft Windows XP 32 bit (Service Pack 2/3) v Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional 32bit (Service Pack 4) v "Software" ( A page 65) v &#...
Page 68 - Windows XP
B Select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], and click [Next] v A [Hardware Installation] screen appears. . C Click [Continue Anyway] v A “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard” screenappears. . D Click [Finish] v A [Software Installation] screen appears. . E Click [Continue Anywa...
Page 70 - Windows Vista
m Windows Vista v A [AutoPlay] screen appears. . v Clicking [Run SETUP.exe] displays the [User Account Control]screen. v Clicking [Allow] displays the card printer setup screen. 2 Select the [Printer Driver] checkbox on the card printer setup screen A Select the language to use from the [Language] p...
Page 72 - Update of Printer Driver
m Windows Vista v A [Windows Security] screen appears. . A Click [Install] part m Windows 2000 v A [Digital Signature Not Found] screen appears. . A Click [Yes] v A printer installation complete screen appears. . 15 Click [Finish] v Exits the installation program. 16 Open “Printers” in [Control Pane...
Page 73 - Network Sharing of Printer
Network Sharing of Printer Windows XP/ Windows 2000Cautions: v Check to ensure that you can access the computer to which theprinter is connected. v Check also to ensure that the printer can be shared. 1 Open “Printers” in [Control Panel] v A [Printers and Faxes] screen appears. . 2 Click [Add Printe...
Page 75 - Status Monitor
Status Monitor Installing the Status MonitorCautions: v The same status monitor can be used for printers connected viaUSB and Ethernet. v Make sure that the status monitor is only installed once on a singlecomputer. v To continue using the status monitor after uninstalling the printerdriver, update ...
Page 85 - A Q
3 Make use of applications such as Windows Notepad to create apreshared key string, and save it as a file with the extension “.key” . v After saving, this file will be downloaded as the “Preshared Key File”when setting “Preshared Key Authentication” using the statusmonitor. v ASCII characters that c...
Page 89 - Rectangular region; Ink; Peeloff ink energy; Setting values
[Printing area] Dialog Box Settings related to the printing area using the peel-off ink or areas notto be printed using all YMCKUV inks. . . Direction of card movement H W Y=0 X=0 About X=87.5 About Y=56.0 m Rectangular region Printing area information. m X X coordinate that indicates the start of t...
Page 90 - File structure of the look-up table
[Color] Dialog Box Settings related to color adjustment. . m Brightness Brightness level. m Contrast Contrast level. m Hue Hue level. m Gamma Gamma level. m [Default] button Restores the settings to the default values. [Look up table] Dialog Box Settings related to the look-up table. . m Name Regist...
Page 91 - Image adjustment; Extraction
[Dither] Dialog Box Settings related to dithering. . Cautions: v This setting is enabled only when the [Print mode] item inside the[Print] tab is specified as [2.K] or [5.K+UV], and when the [Page split]is selected for [Using of Resin K ink]. m Image adjustment Image adjustment value. v Dark:Darkens...
Page 105 - Card Turn Over Illustration
Card Turn Over Illustration . . . Turns over the card after loading Double-sided Logical configuration of printer Eject Print Magnetic encode Contact IC encode Non-contact IC encode Load Turns over the card after MG encoding Turns over the card after IC encoding Setup 105
Page 107 - Status Monitor Settings; What is status monitor?; Executing the status monitor
Status Monitor Settings m What is status monitor? The status monitor is software for displaying the printer status aswell as specifying various printer settings. Cautions: v The printer driver needs to be installed on the computer. You caninstall the printer driver using the CD-ROM supplied with the...
Page 108 - Screen Configuration; Close button; Printer Status
Screen Configuration . A Close button Closes the status monitor. B Screen selection tabs Use these to switch to the following screens. v Printer Status Displays the printer’s status. v Printer Setting For displaying and specifying the printer’s print settings.For displaying and specifying the printe...
Page 111 - Front/Back side settings; Setting procedures; Card Type
[Retransfer] Tab The retransfer settings screen enables you to set the conditions ofretransfer to the card. . m Front/Back side settings m Setting procedures v The vertical axis shown in the setting area indicates the retransfer temperature, and the horizontal axis represents the retransfer speed. v...
Page 115 - IPv6 Network Setting
m Obtain and IP Address Automatically Values such as the IPv4 address can be automatically acquired fromthe DHCPv4 server.If the DHCPv4 server is not found, settings in the [Use the followingIP Address] will be applied. Memo: v For values automatically acquired from the DHCPv4 server, onlythe IP add...
Page 116 - Sync Time; Other Network Setting; Session Timeout
m File settings required for preshared key authentication A preshared key file is required for preshared key authentication. 1 Select [Preshared Key] for [Download Type], and click[Select...] . 2 Select a preshared key file, and click [Write] . 3 Click the [Close] button on the [IPSec Setting] scree...
Page 119 - Character Code List; ASCII character code list; Unit Code
Character Code List m ASCII character code list v Below is the list of usable ASCII character codes. Specify the textstring to encode using the usable half-width characters for each ofthe unit codes. . ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , - . / 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ? @ A B C D E F G H I J ...
Page 120 - List of Error Codes; Error Code
List of Error Codes Printer (Error Code:0x01000000-0x01040000) No. Error Code Description Actions (Reference Page No.) 1 0x0102D000 Cards have run out. Replenish the cards. ( A page 31) The card hopper is detached. Install the card hopper. ( A page 63) 2 0x0102D100 The printer door is open. Close th...
Page 124 - Card Printer
