JVC LST1006-002A, CX-7000 User Manual

Card Printer
CX-7000 Series
Electronic
Manual
Thank you for purchasing this product. Please read through this “Electronic Manual” carefully in advance to ensure proper use of the product. Also, to make sure that the product is used safely, please read through the “Safety Precautions” in the “READ ME FIRST” booklet. Please store the manuals properly after reading so that they can be referred to whenever necessary.
LST1006-002A

Contents

Before Use
About this Manual ................................................................ 3
Precautions .......................................................................... 3
Disclaimer ............................................................................ 7
Name and Functions of Parts .............................................. 7
Specifications ..................................................................... 10
Accessories/Products Sold Separately .............................. 10
Options .............................................................................. 11
Operating the Printer
Printing a Card ................................................................... 12
Operation Panel ................................................................. 13
Setting Mode ...................................................................... 15
Sequence of Setting Modes ........................................... 17
Factory Settings ............................................................. 19
Security Lock ..................................................................... 20
Setting Using the Operation Panel .................................... 22
Setting Using the Status Monitor ....................................... 30
Replacement
Cards ................................................................................. 31
Ink Ribbon .......................................................................... 32
Retransfer Film .................................................................. 33
Maintenance
Servicing of Parts ............................................................... 35
Servicing Based on Print Output ........................................ 43
Troubleshooting
When an Error Message is Displayed ............................... 44
Cards ................................................................................. 46
Ink Ribbon .......................................................................... 54
Retransfer Film .................................................................. 56
Unable to Produce Desired Printing Results ..................... 57
Printer not Operating as Desired ....................................... 58
Before Sending Printer for Repair ...................................... 58
Setup
Installation and Connection ............................................... 59
Printing Media .................................................................... 60
Printer and Computer Connection ..................................... 64
Computer Settings ............................................................. 65
Software ......................................................................... 65
Install .............................................................................. 65
Uninstall ......................................................................... 80
IPSec .............................................................................. 84
Printer Driver Settings .................................................... 87
Port Monitor Settings .................................................... 106
Status Monitor Settings ................................................ 107
Inline Encoding ............................................................. 118
List of Error Codes ....................................................... 120
Frequently Asked Questions ........................................ 123
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Before Use

About this Manual

Contents of this Manual
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The copyright of this manual belongs to our company. Reprint and duplicate of this manual in part or full without the prior consent of our company is strictly prohibited.
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Product names of other companies described in the manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. Symbols such as , W and Q are omitted in this manual.
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Designs, specifications, or other details described in this manual may be modified for improvement without prior notice.
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Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. MicrosoftW Windows Vista operating system, MicrosoftW WindowsW XP operating system and MicrosoftW WindowsW 2000 operating system are represented as Windows Vista, Windows XP and Windows 2000 respectively in this manual.
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Microsoft product screen shot(s) reprinted with permission from Microsoft Corporation.
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This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit. (http://www.openssl.org/) This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). This product includes software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com).
How to Read this Manual

Precautions

Safety Precautions
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Please read through all the following items before using the printer.
Graphical Symbols
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A number of graphical symbols are used in this manual as well as on the printer. They are intended to ensure the safe use of this product, protect users against safety hazards, as well as prevent damage of property. Make sure that you read through this manual after gaining a proper understanding of the symbols’ meaning.
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Information in this frame is for reference purposes, such as information on functions and usage restrictions.
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Precautions are described in this frame.
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Click this frame to display the details page.
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Click this icon to return to the top page.
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Click this icon to open the PDF files for all items. The “Adobe Reader” application is needed to browse the PDF file.
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Click this icon to open the PDF file for the displayed item. The “Adobe Reader” application is needed to browse the PDF file.
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Warnings
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Caution
Before Use
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Precautions During Use
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Please read through all the following items before using the printer.
Printer Installation
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When the printer is not in use, it is recommended that you turn off the power, and use a cover that is large enough to cover up the entire printer unit.
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Do not place the printer unit in the following locations. Doing so may have adverse effects on the printer.
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Carpeted room.
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Places with a busy flow of people.
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Places where paper (corrugated boards, etc.) is handled or stored.
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Places near photocopiers.
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Places exposed to direct sunlight or near a heating equipment (such as a stove).
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Inclined or unstable surfaces.
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Places exposed directly to cold air, such as near an air-conditioner outlet, or places subject to high temperatures.
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When installing the printer, ensure there is sufficient space around the printer. (Install the printer by allowing a clearance of at least 20 cm between its sides and surrounding walls. Allow a clearance of at least 10 cm between the rear of the printer and the wall.)
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When installing or moving the printer, hold the bottom (handle) of the printer with one hand on each side to avoid jamming your hands or fingers.
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Canceling the transport mode
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While in the transport mode during installation, the retransfer film cannot be loaded. If the printer is turned on without loading the retransfer film, a [Film Search] message appears and the transport mode is canceled.
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During transport or moving of the printer
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Make sure to set to the transport mode.
"Transport Mode Setting" (A page 29)
Precautions on Retransfer Film/Ink Ribbon/Card
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Handling instructions
Pay careful attention of the following when handling a printing media (retransfer film or ink ribbon) or card.
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Using a deformed or scratched card may cause card feed errors.
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Touching the printing surface of the printing media or card directly with your hand may cause the print to turn out uneven.
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Foreign particles attached to the printed areas may result in printing voids. Install the printing media or card in a clean environment.
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Use of electrically-charged printing media or cards may cause printing errors. Do not allow static to occur, such as due to cards rubbing against each other.
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When replacing or replenishing a printing media or card that is stored under a low temperature, use after leaving the media or card in the operating ambient temperature of the printer for at least one hour. Otherwise, condensation may occur, causing printing errors or malfunction of the printer.
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Storage instructions
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The storage conditions of the printing media (retransfer film or ink ribbon) and card have a significant effect on the printing quality. Store the printing media or card in one of the following locations.
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Storage environment
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Temperature: 5 °C to 25 °C
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Relative humidity: 40 % to 60 %
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Storage location
Do not store the printing media or card in the following locations. Doing so may cause the media or card to deteriorate.
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Places exposed to direct sunlight.
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Places with a high temperature and humidity.
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Places near organic solvents or diazo copiers.
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Storage period
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Use the printing media (retransfer film or ink ribbon) within half a year after purchase. For details on the cards, please consult our authorized dealers.
Precautions on Retransfer Film/Ink Ribbon
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Put on the supplied gloves when handling the retransfer film/ink ribbon. Direct contact of your hand with the printing surface may result in printing errors.
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When retransfer film/ink ribbon is dismantled
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Winding misalignment may occur. If an improperly wound retransfer film/ink ribbon is loaded, printing failure or error may occur.
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When loading the retransfer film/ink ribbon
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Use your hands to adjust the media at the supply and take-up sides so that they are parallel to each other. When doing so, make sure you do not touch the printing surface.
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Refer to the label adhered to the cassette for alignment of the image position. Printing errors may occur if the position is not properly aligned.
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Precautions on Cards
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Put on the supplied gloves when handling the cards. Direct contact of your hand with the printing surface of the card may result in printing errors.
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Handling and storage of cards after printing
Avoid storing cards at places that are exposed to direct sunlight or subject to high temperature and humidity. Discoloration or fading may occur if a card comes into contact with the following chemicals or stationery.
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Organic solvents, including alcohol, film cleaner, and diazo copies.
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Files, document cases, pass holders, or erasers made of flexible polyvinyl chloride.
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Hair wax or cosmetic products.
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Card types
Thin cards and certain card materials may not be suitable for printing using this printer. For details on the card material to use and other specifications, please consult our authorized dealers in advance.
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If the card thickness is not properly adjusted, printing error or printer malfunction may occur.
"Adjusting card thickness" (A page 63)
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When a card is jammed inside the printer
Cards may not be discharged correctly such as when the retransfer setting for the card is inappropriate. Stop using and remove the jammed cards immediately. Otherwise, you may have problems removing the cards, and fire or electric shock may also occur as a result.
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When a card is jammed, remove it according to the procedure described in the Electronic Manual.
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If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
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Disclaimer

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Name and Functions of Parts

Internal Mechanism Diagram
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A Card feeder unit
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This is the roller for feeding cards.
B Bend remedy unit (optional)
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Corrects bending of the card after retransfer.
C Retransfer heating roller
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Transfers images printed on the retransfer film to the card.
D Non-contact IC encoder (optional)
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Writes data to a non-contact IC card.
E Contact section of contact IC encoder (optional)
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Writes data to a contact IC card.
F Magnetic encoder (optional)
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Writes data to a magnetic stripe card.
G Card turn over unit (double-sided printer only)
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Inverts the card.
H Cleaning roller
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Removes dust or dirt attached to the card.
I Card hopper
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For loading cards.
J Retransfer film (take-up side)
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For attaching the take-up side of the retransfer film.
K Retransfer film (supply side)
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For attaching the unused side of the retransfer film.
L Ink ribbon (take-up side)
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For attaching the take-up side of the ink ribbon.
M Thermal head
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Prints images on the retransfer film.
N Ink ribbon (supply side)
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For attaching the unused side of the ink ribbon.
O NG card outlet
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Discharges NG cards, such as during card jams.
P Card load roller
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Roller for loading cards.
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Front
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A Sliding knob
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Opens/closes the printer door.
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Slide it upward, and pull toward you to open the printer door.
B Operation buttons
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For selecting and confirming information on the operation panel.
C Operation panel
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Displays the settings, operating status, and error messages.
D Card hopper
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For loading cards.
E Printer door F Power switch
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Turns the power On/Off.
Right
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A NG card outlet
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If a card is left inside the printer when the power is turned on or reset, the card will be automatically discharged.
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Cards in the printer are discharged when an error occurs in the magnetic stripe card or IC card.
B Air suction fan opening
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Air inlet of the internal cooling fan.
C Handle
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Hold this area when moving the printer.
D Filter cover
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Cover of the fan filter.
E Security slot
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An anti-theft device that supports Kensington locks can be installed.
Rear
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A USB cable connection terminal
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For connecting a USB 2.0 interface cable.
B LAN cable connection terminal
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For connecting a LAN cable.
C Cable clamp
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For securing the supplied USB cable.
"Connection" (A page 64) D AC inlet
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For connecting the power cord.
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A Card outlet
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Outlet for discharging the cards.
B Card stacker (supplied) attachment slot
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For installing the supplied card stacker.
C Infrared window
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Sends or receives data via infrared communication by connecting with an external unit.
D Handle
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Hold this area when moving the printer.
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When Printer Door is Open
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A Card feed roller shaft
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When a card jam occurs, attach a jog dial to turn the card feed roller.
B Card turn over unit shaft
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When a card jam occurs, attach a jog dial to turn the card turn over unit.
C Cleaning unit
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Removes dust or dirt attached to the card.
D Cleaning roller shaft
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When a card jam occurs, attach a jog dial to turn the cleaning roller.
E Ink ribbon cassette
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For installing the ink ribbon.
F Jog dials
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For removing jammed cards by turning it after it is detached from the printer unit and attached to the shaft.
G Retransfer film cassette
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For installing the retransfer film.
H Cassette buttons
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Press these buttons in order to pull out the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer film cassette.
Retransfer Film Cassette
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A Bobbin holder (black)
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For securing the take-up side of the retransfer film.
B Guide shaft
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Provides guide to the position for installing the cassette.
C Shafts
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For installing the retransfer film.
D Bobbin holder (green)
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For securing the unused side of the retransfer film.
Ink Ribbon Cassette
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A Guide shaft
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Provides guide to the position for installing the cassette.
B Shafts
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For installing the ink ribbon.
C Bobbin holder (black)
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For securing the take-up side of the ink ribbon.
D Bobbin holder (yellow)
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For securing the unused side of the ink ribbon.
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Specifications

Main Specifications
Item Description
Recording system Dye sublimation retransfer
Paper feed mode Automatic
Recording density 300 dpi
Reproduction gradation
Interface
Operating environment conditions
Storage environment conditions
Power supply AC 100 V - 120 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Current consumption
Power consumption
Mass approx. 13.5 kg (single-sided printer, including
Dimensions 343 mm x 335 mm x 322 mm (W x H x D)
256 levels each for Y, M and C 2 levels for Resin K
USB2.0(Hi-speed/Full Speed) Ethernet(100BASE-TX/10BASE-T)
Temperature: 15 °C to 30 °C (When peel-off ink, UV ink is used: 17 °C to 28 °C) Humidity: 35 % to 70 % No condensation (When peel-off ink, UV ink is used: 35 % to 60 %)
<Printer unit> Temperature: -15 °C to 55 °C Humidity: 20 % to 80 % <Printing media (retransfer film or ink ribbon) / card> Temperature: 5 °C to 25 °C Humidity: 40 % to 60 %
AC 220 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
3.5 A (100 V system)
1.6 A (200 V system)
310 W (maximum power when all options are installed)
bend remedy unit)

Accessories/Products Sold Separately

Accessories
Please check to ensure that the printer accessories are in place when unpacking the product package.
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CD-ROM x 1
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Instruction Manual x 1
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“READ ME FIRST”(LST1004) x 1
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Power Cord (2 m) x 2
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Cleaning Card x 1
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Card Stacker x 1
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USB 2.0 Cable (2 m) x 1
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Gloves x 1
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Tweezers x 1
Products Sold Separately
To purchase these items, please consult our authorized dealers. Use the retransfer film or ink ribbon within half a year after purchase.
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YMCK (1000 frames/roll) Set, Model: CY-P340A Ink Ribbon, Model: CY-340-100 Retransfer Film, Model: CY-3RA-100
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YMCKP (750 frames/roll) Set, Model: CY-P35PA Ink Ribbon, Model: CY-35P-75 Retransfer Film, Model: CY-3RA-75
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Ink Ribbon (YMCKK) 750 frames/roll, Model: CY-35K-75
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Ink Ribbon (YMCKU) 750 frames/roll, Model: CY-35U-75
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Retransfer Film 1000 frames/roll, Model: CY-3RA-100
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Cleaning Kit, Model: CX210-CKIT1 Magnetic Head Cleaning Card (5 Pcs), Cotton Swab (5 Large and 5 Small), Cleaning Wipes (1 Box)
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Cleaning Card, Model: CX210-CC1 10 Pcs/Set
Outline Dimensional Drawing
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*The specifications and appearance of this product may be modified for improvement without prior notice.
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Options

Options
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Bend remedy unit Device for correcting card bend after printing.
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Magnetic encoder Device for writing data to a magnetic stripe card.
It can only be installed on a double-sided printer.
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Contact IC encoder Device for writing data to a contact IC card.
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Non-contact IC encoder Device for writing data to a non-contact IC card.
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Operating the Printer

Printing a Card

Cautions:
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If you see an [Initializing..] or [Preheating..] message on the LCD panel of the printer, this means the printer is not ready yet. Printing cannot be performed until a [Ready] massage appears.
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Printing the card on the side with the magnetic stripe may cause printing errors or damage to the card’s functions. If you want to do so, please consult our authorized dealers in advance.
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For printing using application software prepared by the user, refer to the instruction manual of the corresponding application.
Turn on the power
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Check to ensure that cards are inserted into the card hopper
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After ensuring that a [Ready] message appears on the LCD panel of
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the printer, start printing
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Open the application’s print settings screen, and select this printer in
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[Name]
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If there are multiple printers, select the name of the printer that you want to perform printing on.
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Ready
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Reset Menu
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Reset
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Exit
Enter
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Change
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Operating the Printer

Operation Panel

Name and Functions of Parts
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A Operation panel
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Displays the settings, operating status, and error messages.
B Status icon/operation button display
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Displays the status icon and function of the operation button.
C Operation buttons
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For selecting a button function displayed on the operation panel.
Operation Buttons
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Resets the printer.
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Press KNB in sequence.
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Enters the setting mode.
Icon Displays on the Operation Panel
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USB connection
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IP address established
Printer information can be viewed through the network. However, printing is performed through USB connection.
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IP address not established
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Network connection
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IP address established
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IP address not established
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Exits setting. Pressing it each time brings you to the setting item on the next higher level.
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Displays the setting item on the next lower level.
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Confirms or executes the setting.
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting.
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Enters the settings change mode.
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If F is not displayed for an item, you can adjust the settings on the status monitor of a computer.
"Status Monitor Settings" (A page 107)
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Enters the scroll mode for the displayed characters.
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Security lock status
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Locked
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Unlocked
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Scrolls to the next displayed character on the left.
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Scrolls to the next displayed character on the right.
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Boot Up..
Initializing..
Preheating..
Ready
Moving..
Printing..
Testing..
Loading..
Downloading..
MG Encoding..
IC Encoding..
Heating..
Retransfer..
Cleaning..
Sleeping..
Operating the Printer
Operation Panel Operation Display
Background color
Changes according to the printer’s operating status.
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During startup
Bright green
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Under normal circumstances
Sky blue
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During initialization using K, during test printing using the operation panel, cleaning, downloading and during security lock setting using the operation panel
Light purple
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During error
Red
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Starting up
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Initializing
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Downloading
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Magnetic encoding in progress
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IC encoding
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Adjusting heating roller to the preset temperature
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Retransferring
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Preheating
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Ready
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Feeding card or discharging NG card
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Printing
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Test print in progress
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Cleaning
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Power Saving mode
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Loading card
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Operating the Printer

Setting Mode

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Settings can be viewed on the printer’s operation panel.
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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
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For setting during cleaning of the card feed roller, heating roller or magnetic head.
"Card Feed Roller/Heating Roller" (A page 37) "Magnetic Head" (A page 39)
Settings
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Rollers
Select this value when cleaning the card feed roller or heating roller.
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MG
Select this value when cleaning the magnetic head.
Counter Reset
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This is used to reset the free counter and error counter.
"Counter Reset" (A page 26)
Test Print
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Prints the printer’s built-in test pattern, or the different settings.
"Test Print" (A page 23)
Settings
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Test Print: Test Pattern, Printer Setting, Network Setting, Lami Setting
Download
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Updates the firmware.
"Firmware Update" (A page 24)
Transport Mode
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For setting the transport mode.
"Transport Mode Setting" (A page 29)
Media
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Displays the settings of the printing media.
Settings
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Ink Type: YMCK, YMCKPO, YMCKK, YMCKUV
Displays the ink ribbon type.
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Film Type: 1000, 750
Set according to the type of retransfer film.
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Card Thickness: Standard, Thin
Set according to the thickness of the card. Standard: Supports card thickness of 0.76 mm Thin: Supports card thickness of 0.25 mm
Print
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Displays the printing settings.
Settings
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YMC Level: -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3
For setting the YMC (color) density level. Selecting a larger value increases the density level.
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Black Level: -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3
For setting the K (black) density level. Selecting a larger value increases the density level.
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Black Mode: Standard, Fine
For setting the printing mode for the K (black) component. If the characters still appear faded after raising the [Black Level], set to [Fine]. However, printing time required will be longer than the [Standard] setting.
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UV Level: -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3
For setting the UV ink density level. Selecting a larger value increases the density level. During UV printing, card bend may increase if the card has a low heat resistance or in an environment with high temperature.
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PO Level: -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3
For setting the density level of the peel-off ink. Selecting a larger value increases the density level.
Retransfer
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Displays the retransfer mode settings.
Settings
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Temp Level: -2, -1, 0, 1, 2
For setting the retransfer heating roller temperature. Selecting a larger value increases the temperature. Retransfer may fail depending on the card used. If retransfer fails, raise the setting to the next higher value. A higher retransfer heating roller temperature helps to enhance the card retransfer performance, but the stronger heat may cause the card to deform more. If the printer is not reset after changing the temperature setting, temperature is adjusted after the printing operation starts.
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Speed (Front): -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2
For setting the front side retransfer speed. Selecting a larger value increases the speed. Retransfer may not be successful on some parts of the card depending on the card used. Lowering the setting value helps to enhance the retransfer performance, but the stronger heat may cause the card to deform more.
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Speed (F-UV): -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2
For setting the retransfer speed of the second panel on the front side during UV ink printing of retransfer films in two panels. Selecting a larger value increases the speed.
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Speed (Back): -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2
For setting the back side retransfer speed. Selecting a larger value increases the speed. Some types of cards may bend during double-sided printing. If card bend occurs, raise the back side retransfer speed to one level higher than the front side retransfer speed setting.
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Speed (B-UV): -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2
For setting the retransfer speed of the second panel on the back side during UV ink printing of retransfer films in two panels. Selecting a larger value increases the speed.
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MG Peel Mode: Standard, MG Stripe
For setting the method for peeling the retransfer film. Retransfer at areas close to the magnetic stripe may not be performed correctly for some card types. When a magnetic stripe card is used, this problem may be remedied by setting to [MG Stripe].
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Standby Mode: Front wait, Back wait
During double-sided printing by connecting to a laminator, retransfer remains in the standby state until the laminator is in the [Ready] mode. Select whether to standby using the front or back side.
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Backside Cool: On, Off
For setting the time interval for cooling the card before performing retransfer on the back side during double-sided printing. Setting this to [On] may help to reduce card bend.
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Operating the Printer
Bend Remedy
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Displays the bend remedy mode settings.
Settings
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Temp Level: -5, -4, -3, -2, -1, 0, Off
For setting the bend remedy heating roller temperature. Selecting a larger value increases the temperature. If the printer is not reset after changing the temperature setting, temperature is adjusted after the printing operation starts.
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Speed: -2, -1, 0, 1, 2
For setting the bend remedy speed. Selecting a larger value increases the speed.
Heat Roller
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Displays the settings of the Power Saving mode or HR Control mode.
Settings
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Power Saving: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 45, 60, Off (unit: mins)
For setting the time for the Power Saving mode. While in the [Ready] mode, if the printer is not operated for a specific time interval, the retransfer heating roller, bend remedy heating roller, and backlight of the operation panel will turn off automatically to save power. While in the Power Saving mode, [Sleeping..] is displayed. To cancel the setting temporarily using the operation panel, press KNB to reset the printer.
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HR Control: Off, On
For setting whether to standby the printer by lowering the retransfer heating roller temperature if cards are not printed for 30 minutes or longer. The printer will automatically be restored to the original mode during the next card printing, but it may take a longer time before the first card is printed. Set this to [On] during normal use.
Option
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Displays the optional settings.
Settings
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MG: None, ISO
Displays the availability of a magnetic encoder or the type of magnetic encoder used.
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IC Antenna: None, Installed
Displays the availability of a non-contact IC encoder.
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IC Contact: None, ISO Type
Displays the availability of a contact IC encoder (contact section) or the type of IC encoder used.
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Contact IC R/W: None, Installed
Displays the availability of a contact IC R/W.
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Bend Remedy HR: None, Installed
Displays the availability of a bend remedy unit.
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Turn Over: None, Installed
Displays the availability of a card turn over unit.
MG
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Displays the magnetic encoder settings.
Settings
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ISO Type: Loco, Hico
For setting the coercivity when writing data to an ISO magnetic stripe card.
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Retry Count: 0, 1, 2, 3
For setting the maximum number of retries when writing to or reading of the magnetic stripe fails.
Network
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Displays the network settings.
Setting
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Displays the printer settings.
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Setting can also be performed using the printer’s operation panel.
Settings
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Display: Mode: Counter, Laminator State
This is used for setting the information to be displayed on the operation panel. "Display Mode Setting" (A page 25) Counter: Total Cnt, Head Cnt, Free Cnt, Cleaning Cnt, Error Cnt This is used for setting the type of counter displayed on the operation panel. "Counter Setting" (A page 25) Contrast: -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3 For setting the contrast of the operation panel display. "Contrast Setting" (A page 27)
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Buzzer: On, Off
For setting whether to sound the buzzer when an error occurs or when settings are changed. "Buzzer Setting" (A page 28)
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Unit No.:No.1 - No.10
For setting the printer’s unit number according to the USB environment. "Unit Number Setting" (A page 28)
Settings
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Printer Name: ASCII character strings (10 characters)
For setting the printer name.
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Host IF: LAN, USB
For setting the interface. If the printer is connected via USB interface, the setting switches automatically to USB when initialization starts even if the LAN setting is selected.
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IPv4: DHCP: On, Off Setting: IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway Efective IP:IP Address
For setting IPv4.
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IPv6: Adrs Config: Auto, Manual Setting: IP Address, Prefix Len, Gateway Efective IP: IP Address1, IP Address2, IP Address3
For setting IPv6.
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Session Time Out: Off, 10 mins, 20 mins, 30 mins, 60 mins
For setting the session timeout interval.
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MAC Address: Hexadecimal character strings
Displays the MAC address.
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IPSec Mode: Off, On
For setting the availability of IPSec.
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IPSec Type: not Setting, Preshard, Certificate
Displays the method of IPSec authentication.
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Sequence of Setting Modes

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Settings can be viewed on the printer’s operation panel.
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Settings can be changed on the status monitor of the computer.
"Setting mode" (A page 15)
1
Press I
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Enters the setting mode.
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2
Press J
v
Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
v
Pressing G displays the setting item on the next lower level.
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Pressing F enters the settings change mode.
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Pressing B confirms or executes the setting.
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Pressing H displays the setting item on the next higher level.
Operating the Printer
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Factory Settings

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Media
Item Factory Settings
Ink Type -
Film Type 1000
Card Thickness Standard
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Print
Item Factory Settings
YMC Level 0
Black Level 0
Black Mode Standard
UV Level 3
PO Level 0
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Retransfer
Item Factory Settings
Temp Level 1
Speed (Front) 2
Speed (F-UV) 2
Speed (Back) 2
Speed (B-UV) 2
MG Peel Mode Standard
Standby Mode Front Wait
Backside Cool Off
Operating the Printer
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Network
Item Factory
Printer Name PRINTER01
Host IF LAN
IPv4 DHCP On
Setting IP Address 192.168.0.141
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Gateway 192.168.0.1
Effective IP IP Address -
IPv6 Adrs Config Auto
Setting IP Address None
Prefix Len 64
Gateway None
Effective IP IP Address 1 -
IP Address 2 -
IP Address 3 -
Session Time Out Off
Mac Address -
IPSec Mode Off
IPSec Type not Setting
Settings
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Bend Remedy
Item
Temp Level Off
Speed 2
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Heat Roller
Item
Power Saving Off
HR Control On
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Setting
Item
Display Mode Counter
Counter Total Cnt
Contrast 0
Buzzer On
Unit No. No.1
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MG
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ISO Type Hico
Retry Count 1
Factory Settings
Factory Settings
Factory Settings
Factory Settings
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Operating the Printer

Security Lock

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The security lock function can be applied to the printer door and card hopper to prevent opening of the printer door as well as removal of cards.
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The lock can be turned on/off using the status monitor on the computer.
"Status monitor" (A page 117)
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By registering a security key number on the printer unit, you can turn off the security lock by entering the security key number on the operation panel of the printer.
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If you forgot the security key number, please consult our authorized dealer or the servicing personnel.
Registration of Security Key Number
v
To change the security key number, you have to delete it and register a new number again.
Press the operation button (center) for at least three seconds
1
v
A [Set Sec-Key OK?] message appears.
6
Press B
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If this number is consistent with the number entered in [New key], the display returns to [Ready], and the security key number is registered.
v
If this number is not consistent with the number entered in [New key], the display returns to [Set Sec-Key OK?]. Enter a number again.
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2
Press B
v
A [New key] message appears.
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Enter a number
3
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You can enter up to 8 digits.
v
Pressing A each time advances to the next number.
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Pressing E each time advances to the next digit.
4
Press B
v
A [Re-enter] message appears.
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Input the number you have entered in [New key] again
5
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Operating the Printer
Deactivating the Security Lock
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When a security lock is turned on, you can deactivate it as follows.
Press the operation button (center) for at least three seconds
1
v
A [Unlock Sec-Key OK?] message appears.
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2
Press B
v
A [Key for unlock] message appears.
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Enter the registered security key number
3
Deleting the Security Key Number
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You can delete a registered security key number as follows.
v
To change the security key number, you have to delete it and register a new number again.
Press the operation button (center) for at least three seconds
1
v
A [Unlock Sec-Key OK?] message appears.
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2
Press J to set to [Delete Sec-Key OK?]
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3
Press B
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A [Key for DEL] message appears.
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Pressing A each time advances to the next number.
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Pressing E each time advances to the next digit.
4
Press B
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If this number is consistent with the registered number, the display returns to [Ready], and the security lock is deactivated.
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If this number is not consistent with the registered number, the display returns to [Unlock Sec-Key OK?]. Enter a number again.
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Enter the registered security key number
4
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Pressing A each time advances to the next number.
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Pressing E each time advances to the next digit.
5
Press B
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v
If this number is consistent with the registered number, the display returns to [Ready], and the security key number is deleted.
v
If this number is not consistent with the registered number, the display returns to [Delete Sec-Key OK?]. Enter a number again.
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Operating the Printer

Setting Using the Operation Panel

Initialization
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Whenever the power is turned on, cue (initialization) is performed automatically on the ink ribbon and retransfer film.
v
You can also perform initialization manually using the operation button on the operation panel.
1
Press K
v
An [Initialize OK?] message appears.
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2
Press B
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An [Initializing..] message appears, and initialization of the printer starts.
Initializing Printer When Installing the Cassette
Memo:
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When detaching the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer film cassette from the printer body, dust may adhere to the ink ribbon or retransfer film. Errors such as discoloring may occur depending on the size of the dust particles. To avoid these problems, it is recommended that you forward by one or two images after installing the cassette.
1
Press K
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An [Initialize OK?] message appears.
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Initializing printer without feeding the image
A Press B
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An [Initializing..] message appears, and initialization of the printer starts.
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Initializing printer after feeding by one image
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A Press J to set to [Next Panel, OK?]
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B Press B
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An [Initializing..] message appears, and the printer is initialized after feeding the ink ribbon and retransfer film by one image.
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Initializing printer after feeding by two images
A Press J to set to [2'nd Panel, OK?]
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B Press B
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An [Initializing..] message appears, and the printer is initialized after feeding the ink ribbon and retransfer film by two images.
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Operating the Printer
Test Print
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Prints the printer’s built-in test pattern, or the different settings.
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The printer unit can be made to run alone when a system error occurs by separating the computer from the printer.
Test Pattern Types
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Test Pattern:
Prints standard color pattern on a single side of a card.
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Printer Setting:
Prints the printer settings.
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Network Setting:
Prints the network settings.
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Lami Setting:
Prints the laminator settings.
1
Press I
v
A [Cleaning] message appears.
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2
Press J to set to [Test Print]
v
Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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3
Press F
v
A test pattern selection screen appears.
4
Press A and select a test pattern type
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5
Press B
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Test print starts.
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Operating the Printer
Firmware Update
1
Press I
v
A [Cleaning] message appears.
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2
Press J to set to [Download]
v
Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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3
Press G
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A [Download Ready] message appears, indicating that the printer is ready to download data from the computer.
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If download fails and printer cannot be started up
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If download of the printer firmware fails, the printer may not be able to start up when it is rebooted. When this occurs, download the firmware again according the following procedure.
A Turn on the power while holding down the operation button
(center)
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A [SBP2 Running] message appears, indicating that the printer is ready to download data from the computer.
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Start data download from the computer
4
v
A [Downloading..] message appears.
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Cautions:
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Do not turn off the power during data download from the computer. Doing so may damage the printer firmware and cause malfunction.
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A [Download Ready] message appears when data download from the computer is complete.
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B Start data download from the computer
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A [Downloading..] message appears.
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A [SBP2 Running] message appears when data download from the computer is complete.
C When the [SBP2 Running] message appears, turn off the power
v
The firmware is updated after the power is turned on again.
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5
When [Download Ready] appears, press H
When the [Please Power Off] message appears, turn off the power
6
v
The firmware is updated after the power is turned on again.
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Operating the Printer
Display Mode Setting
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This is used for setting the information to be displayed on the operation panel.
Settings
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Counter:
Displays the counter preset in "Counter setting".
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Laminator State:
Displays the operating status of the connected laminator. If a laminator is not connected, the counter is displayed.
1
Press I
v
A [Cleaning] message appears.
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2
Press J to set to [Setting]
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
Counter Setting
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This is used for setting the type of counter displayed on the operation panel.
Counter Types
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Total Cnt: total counter
Displays the total number of cards that are correctly printed.
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Head Cnt: head counter
Displays the total number of printed sides for the same head.
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Free Cnt: free counter
Displays the number of cards that are correctly printed. This number can be reset.
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Cleaning Cnt: cleaning counter
Displays the number of cards that are correctly printed after the last cleaning.
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Error Cnt: error counter
Displays the number of cards that are not correctly printed. This number can be reset.
1
Press I
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A [Cleaning] message appears.
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3
Press G
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A [Display] message appears.
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4
Press G
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A [Mode] message appears.
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5
Press F
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Enters the settings change mode.
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2
Press J to set to [Setting]
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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3
Press G
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A [Display] message appears.
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4
Press G
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A [Mode] message appears.
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Press A and select a setting
7
Press B to confirm the setting
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Pressing B confirms the setting and returns you to the previous screen.
8
Press H to exit the setting mode
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Pressing it each time displays the setting item on the next higher level.
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Press J to set to [Counter]
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Operating the Printer
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Press F
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Enters the settings change mode.
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7
Press A and select a setting
8
Press B to confirm the setting
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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 higher level.
Counter Reset
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This is used to reset the free counter and error counter.
1
Press I
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A [Cleaning] message appears.
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2
Press J to set to [Counter Reset]
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3
Press B
v
Resets the free counter and error counter.
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Checking reset
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Select [Free Cnt] or [Error Cnt] for "Counter setting".
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Contrast Setting
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For setting the contrast of the operation panel display.
Settings
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-3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3
Selecting a larger value increases the contrast.
1
Press I
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A [Cleaning] message appears.
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2
Press J to set to [Setting]
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
Operating the Printer
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Press F
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Enters the settings change mode.
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7
Press A and select a setting
8
Press B to confirm the setting
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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 higher level.
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3
Press G
v
A [Display] message appears.
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4
Press G
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A [Mode] message appears.
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5
Press J to set to [Contrast]
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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Operating the Printer
Buzzer Setting
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For setting whether to sound the buzzer when an error occurs or when settings are changed.
Settings
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On: turns on buzzer sound, Off: turns off buzzer sound
1
Press I
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A [Cleaning] message appears.
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2
Press J to set to [Setting]
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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3
Press G
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A [Display] message appears.
Unit Number Setting
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For setting the printer’s unit number according to the USB environment.
Settings
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No.1 - No.10
1
Press I
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A [Cleaning] message appears.
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2
Press J to set to [Setting]
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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3
Press G
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A [Display] message appears.
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4
Press J to set to [Buzzer]
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5
Press F
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Enters the settings change mode.
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6
Press A and select a setting
7
Press B to confirm the setting
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Pressing B confirms the setting and returns you to the previous screen.
8
Press H to exit the setting mode
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Pressing it each time displays the setting item on the next higher level.
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4
Press J to set to [Unit No.]
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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5
Press F
v
Enters the settings change mode.
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6
Press A and select a setting
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You can select the unit number from No. 1 to No. 10.
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Press B to confirm the setting
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Pressing B confirms the setting and returns you to the previous screen.
8
Press H to exit the setting mode
v
Pressing it each time displays the setting item on the next higher level.
Turn off the power
9
v
The changes to the setting will be reflected when you turn on the power again.
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Transport Mode Setting
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When transporting or moving the printer, ensure that the heating roller is fastened to a safe position.
Cautions:
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Make sure that you set to the transport mode when transporting or moving the printer. Failure to do so will cause the printer to malfunction.
Open the printer door
1
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Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the ink ribbon
2
cassette (on the right) to remove the ink ribbon
Operating the Printer
Check to ensure that [Film Search] is displayed on the operation
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panel of the printer
7
Press I
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A [Cleaning] message appears.
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8
Press J to set to [Transport Mode]
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Pressing it each time displays the next setting item.
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9
Press B
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Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the retransfer
3
film cassette (on the left) to remove the retransfer film
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Close the printer door
4
5
Press KNB to reset the printer
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v
After setting to the transport mode, a [Please Power Off] message appears.
Turn off the power, and install the cassette
10
Cautions:
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While in the transport mode, the retransfer film cassette cannot be installed to the printer with the retransfer film loaded.
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Canceling the transport mode
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With the printer door closed, turn on the power to cancel the transport mode.
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Operating the Printer

Setting Using the Status Monitor

"Status Monitor Settings" (A page 107)
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Cards

Cards have Run Out
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Replenish the cards.
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The card hopper is able to store up to about 100 cards with a thickness of 0.76 mm.
Cautions:
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Get ready cards that are designated by the authorized dealer.
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If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete, activate the security lock again.
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Do not touch the printing surface of the card. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the cards.
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To prevent card jams from occurring, limit the number of cards stored in the card hopper at any time to about 100 pieces regardless of the card thickness.
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When using new cards, set them after making sure that they are not adhered to each other due to static.
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Align the cards before setting them in the printer. Otherwise, the card hopper cover may not close properly, and this may damage the printer.
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Printing the card on the side with the magnetic stripe may cause printing errors or damage to the card’s functions. If you want to do so, please consult our authorized dealers in advance.
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To set cards with both functions (magnetic stripe and contact IC), follow the procedure for setting the contact IC card.

Replacement

Align the orientation of the cards, and set them in the printer
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Magnetic stripe cards
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Set the card with the magnetic stripe facing upward and toward the printer, or facing downward and toward you.
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ISO contact IC cards
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Set the card with the Contact IC terminal facing upward and toward the rear of the printer, or downward and toward the rear of the printer.
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For single-sided printers, set the cards with the IC terminal facing down and toward the rear of the printer.
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Install the card hopper cover, and set the card hopper knob to
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[LOCK]
Set the card hopper knob to [OPEN]
1
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Lift to remove the card hopper cover
2
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Replacement

Ink Ribbon

Ink Ribbon has Run Out
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Replace with a new ink ribbon.
Cautions:
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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 may cause printing errors.
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v
Do not touch the inked surface (the side that faces outward when installed) with your hand. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the ink ribbon.
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When installing a used ink ribbon, align the yellow side of the unused ribbon with the arrow indicated on the label of the cassette. If the position of the yellow side is not properly aligned, the print may turn out light.
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The cassette is heavy when the ink ribbon is loaded. To prevent the cassette from dropping during handling, make sure to hold it with both hands.
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Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
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During replacement, clean the four bobbin holders on the printer. If burrs produced by friction with the bobbins are attached to the bobbin holders, they may fall onto the card, ink ribbon, or retransfer film, causing printing errors.
"Cleaning the bobbin holders" (A page 40)
Open the printer door
1
With the inked surface facing outward, align the yellow side of the
A
unused ribbon with the arrow on the cassette, and unwind it along the three shafts.
B Insert the ink ribbon firmly into the bobbin holders with the ribbon
set to the far end of the guides.
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A: take-up side (black)
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B: unused side (yellow)
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Remove any slack in the ink ribbon
4
A Hold the cassette. B Turn the knob in the direction indicated by the arrow.
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Insert the cassette all the way in along the guide rail until a “click”
5
sound is heard, followed by closing the printer door
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Press and hold down the cassette button, and pull out the ink ribbon
2
cassette (on the right) to remove the ink ribbon
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Install a new ink ribbon
3
v
Install while referring to the indication on the label of the cassette.
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Press KNB to reset the printer
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Memo:
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To avoid printing errors, it is recommended that you forward by one or two images after installing the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer film cassette.
"Initializing printer when installing the cassette" (A page 22)
Replacement

Retransfer Film

Retransfer Film has Run Out
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Replace with a new retransfer film.
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 may cause printing errors.
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v
Do not touch the retransfer face (the side that faces outward when installed) with your hand. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the retransfer film.
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The cassette is heavy when the retransfer film is loaded. To prevent the cassette from dropping during handling, make sure to hold it with both hands.
v
When installing a used retransfer film, align the unused side of the film with the arrow indicated on the label of the cassette. Improper alignment may result in errors, or the print may turn out light.
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When installing a new film, make sure that at least three black lines are wound onto the take-up side. Insufficient winding may cause the printer to malfunction.
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Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
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During replacement, clean the four bobbin holders on the printer. If burrs produced by friction with the bobbins are attached to the bobbin holders, they may fall onto the card, ink ribbon, or retransfer film, causing printing errors.
"Cleaning the bobbin holders" (A page 40)
Open the printer door
1
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Press and hold down the cassette button, and pull out the retransfer
2
film cassette (on the left) to remove the retransfer film
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Replacement
Install a new retransfer film
3
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Install while referring to the indication on the label of the cassette. A When installing the retransfer film, make sure that at least three
black lines are wound onto the take-up side.
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B With the retransfer face facing outward, align the unused side of
the film with the arrow on the cassette, and unwind it along the three shafts.
C Insert the retransfer film firmly into the bobbin holders with the film
set to the far end of the guides.
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A: take-up side (black)
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B: unused side (green)
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Remove any slack in the film
4
A Hold the retransfer film cassette. B Turn the knob in the direction indicated by the arrow.
6
Press KNB to reset the printer
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Memo:
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To avoid printing errors, it is recommended that you forward by one or two images after installing the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer film cassette.
"Initializing printer when installing the cassette" (A page 22)
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Insert the cassette all the way in along the guide rail until a “click”
5
sound is heard, followed by closing the printer door
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Servicing of Parts

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Request for routine servicing
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In order to prevent printing errors and malfunctions from occurring in advance, please request for routine servicing by the servicing personnel. For details on servicing, please consult our authorized dealers.
Cleaning Roller
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The function of the cleaning roller is to remove any dirt or dust attached to the card.
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The color of the printed card may appear faded or dirt may appear conspicuous if the cleaning roller is dirty. Card jams may also occur as a result.
Cautions:
v
If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete, activate the security lock again.
v
Start work after ensuring that the power has been turned off.
v
If the printer is used every day, make sure to clean the cleaning roller daily at the end of the operation.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
v
After washing, allow the cleaning roller to dry completely before installing it to the printer.
v
Do not wash the cleaning roller with anything other than water (e.g., alcohol).
v
Replace the cleaning unit with a new one after using it for about one year. For details on its replacement, please consult our authorized dealers.
v
After cleaning is complete, check to ensure that all dismantled parts are restored to their original positions. Failure to restore the parts may result in malfunction of the printer.

Maintenance

Wash the cleaning roller with water
3
v
Wash the roller with water, and remove any dirt from the surface of the cleaning roller with your finger.
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Allow the cleaning roller to air dry
4
Open the printer door
1
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Remove the cleaning unit
2
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Set the cleaning unit, and close the printer door
5
v
With the roller facing the right, insert it all the way in.
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Maintenance
Card Load Roller
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Card jams may occur if the card load roller is dirty.
Cautions:
v
If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete, activate the security lock again.
v
Start work after ensuring that the power has been turned off.
v
After cleaning is complete, check to ensure that all dismantled parts are restored to their original positions. Failure to restore the parts may result in malfunction of the printer.
v
For details on separately sold items, please consult our authorized dealers.
Remove the card hopper
1
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Apply alcohol (sold separately) to a wiper (sold separately), and use
2
it to wipe the surface of the card load roller
v
Wipe while turning the card load roller in the anti-clockwise direction.
Fan Filter
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The color of the printed card may appear faded or dirt may appear conspicuous if the fan filter is dirty.
v
Perform cleaning after printing about 10,000 cards.
Cautions:
v
Start work after ensuring that the power has been turned off.
v
After cleaning is complete, check to ensure that all dismantled parts are restored to their original positions. Failure to restore the parts may result in malfunction of the printer.
v
Replace the fan filter with a new one after using it for about one year. For details on its replacement, please consult our authorized dealers.
Remove the filter cover located on the side of the printer
1
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Remove the fan filter
2
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Install the card hopper
3
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Remove any dirt that is attached to the fan filter using a vacuum cleaner
3
v
Hold the filter with your hand to prevent it from being sucked into the vacuum cleaner.
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Set the fan filter
4
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Set the filter cover
5
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Card Feed Roller/Heating Roller
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The color of the printed card may appear faded or dirt may appear conspicuous 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, activate the security lock again.
v
Before cleaning the card feed roller and heating roller, make sure that you clean the cleaning roller. Otherwise, dirt on the cleaning roller may be attached to the cleaning card, causing its cleaning capability to deteriorate.
v
Stand the cassette on a flat surface as illustrated in the diagram. Avoid doing so on the floor as dust attached to it may cause printing errors.
Turn on the power
4
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5
Press I to set to [Cleaning]
Maintenance
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v
If card jam occurs when the cleaning card is inserted, turn off and on the power of the printer. Doing so automatically discharges the card.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
v
Each cleaning card can only be used once. Reusing a dirty card may dirty the roller or cause the printer to malfunction.
v
After cleaning is complete, check to ensure that all dismantled parts are restored to their original positions. Failure to restore the parts may result in malfunction of the printer.
v
For details on separately sold items, please consult our authorized dealers.
Open the printer door. Press and hold down the cassette button,
1
and remove the retransfer film cassette (on the left)
.
.
6
Press G to set to [Rollers]
.
7
Press B
v
A [Film Checking..] message appears, followed by a [Cleaning Start OK?] message.
.
Peel off the backing paper from the cleaning card (sold separately)
8
.
Close the printer door
2
Remove the card hopper
3
.
.
37
Maintenance
9
Press B
v
A [Cleaning..] message appears.
.
Cautions:
v
If the retransfer heating roller is hot, a [HR is too hot!] message will be displayed. Turn off the power, and perform cleaning after the retransfer heating roller has cooled down completely.
.
Insert the cleaning card (sold separately) within 20 seconds
10
v
The roller draws in the card, and cleaning starts automatically.
v
A [Cleaning Start OK?] message appears after the card is discharged.
After the cleaning card is discharged, turn off the power, install the
12
retransfer film cassette, close the printer door, and install the card hopper
.
.
.
Cautions:
v
Insert the card within 20 seconds after pressing B.
v
After pressing B, the buzzer sounds upon a lapse of 20 seconds, and a [Jam(Hopper)] error message appears about 10 seconds later. Press KNB to cancel the error.
v
When a standard-sized card is inserted, the card is automatically discharged from the NG card outlet, and a [Cleaning Start OK?] message appears.
11
Press B, and insert the cleaning card again
v
Reverse the adhesive face, and insert the card.
.
.
v
To turn on the power again, do so after an interval of at least 10 seconds.
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Magnetic Head
v
If the magnetic head is dirty, errors may occur during writing to or reading 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
Before cleaning the magnetic head, make sure that you clean the cleaning roller. Otherwise, dirt on the cleaning roller may be attached to the cleaning card, causing its cleaning capability to deteriorate.
v
After cleaning is complete, check to ensure that all dismantled parts are restored to their original positions. Failure to restore the parts may result in malfunction of the printer.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
v
For details on separately sold items, please consult our authorized dealers.
v
Replace the magnetic head cleaning card accordingly if it has become dirty. Using a dirty card may dirty the head and cause malfunction.
Turn on the power
1
4
Press I to set to [Cleaning]
.
5
Press GNJ to set to [MG]
Maintenance
.
Check to ensure that [Ready] or [Preheating..] is displayed on the
2
operation panel of the printer
.
Remove the card hopper
3
.
Apply alcohol on the magnetic head cleaning card (sold separately)
6
v
Apply about three to four drops of alcohol on the position of the magnetic stripe.
.
7
Press B
.
Insert the magnetic head cleaning card within 20 seconds
8
.
Cautions:
v
Insert the card within 20 seconds after pressing B.
v
After pressing B, the buzzer sounds upon a lapse of 20 seconds, and a [Jam(Hopper)] error message appears about 10 seconds later. Press KNB to cancel the error.
.
39
Maintenance
After the cleaning card is discharged, turn off the power, and install
9
the card hopper
.
.
v
To turn on the power again, do so after an interval of at least 10 seconds.
Bobbin Holders
v
If burrs produced by friction with the bobbins are attached to the bobbin holders, they may fall onto the card, ink ribbon, or retransfer film, causing printing errors.
Cautions:
v
If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete, activate the security lock again.
v
Start work after ensuring that the power has been turned off.
v
Stand the cassette on a flat surface as illustrated in the diagram. Avoid doing so on the floor as dust attached to it may cause printing errors.
.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
v
Perform cleaning each time you replace the ink ribbon or retransfer film.
v
After cleaning is complete, check to ensure that all dismantled parts are restored to their original positions. Failure to restore the parts may result in malfunction of the printer.
v
For details on separately sold items, please consult our authorized dealers.
Open the printer door
1
.
Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the ink ribbon
2
cassette (on the right)
.
Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the retransfer
3
film cassette (on the left)
40
.
Apply alcohol to a cotton swab (large), and use it to wipe the four
4
bobbin holders (Cotton swab and alcohol: sold separately)
.
Insert the retransfer film cassette along the guide rail until a “click”
5
sound is heard
.
Maintenance
Thermal Head
v
Lines may appear on the card after printing if the thermal head is dirty.
v
Clean the thermal head after printing about 10,000 images.
Cautions:
v
If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete, activate the security lock again.
v
Start work after ensuring that the power has been turned off.
v
Stand the cassette on a flat surface as illustrated in the diagram. Avoid doing so on the floor as dust attached to it may cause printing errors.
.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
v
Touching the thermal head with your body electrostatically charged may cause damage to the head. Make sure that you touch the metallic part of the printer before commencing work.
v
Pay attention to prevent metallic objects from knocking against the thermal head. Doing so may damage it.
v
After cleaning is complete, check to ensure that all dismantled parts are restored to their original positions. Failure to restore the parts may result in malfunction of the printer.
v
For details on separately sold items, please consult our authorized dealers.
.
Insert the ink ribbon cassette along the guide rail until a “click”
6
sound is heard, followed by closing the printer door
.
Open the printer door
1
.
Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the ink ribbon
2
cassette (on the right)
.
.
41
Maintenance
Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the retransfer
3
film cassette (on the left)
.
Apply alcohol to a cotton swab (large), and use it to wipe the thermal
4
head (Cotton swab and alcohol: sold separately)
v
Wipe the thermal head with care in the horizontal direction.
Insert the ink ribbon cassette along the guide rail until a “click”
6
sound is heard, followed by closing the printer door
.
.
.
Insert the retransfer film cassette along the guide rail until a “click”
5
sound is heard
.
.
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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 Jam
v
"Clean the cleaning roller." (A page 35)
v
"Clean the card load roller." (A page 36)
Error During Writing to or Reading of Magnetic Stripe Card
v
"Clean the magnetic head." (A page 39)
Lines Appear on Card after Printing
v
"Clean the thermal head." (A page 41)
Maintenance
43

Troubleshooting

When an Error Message is Displayed

v
Check the error code and error code number displayed on the operation panel.
.
List of Error Codes
v
Click on an error code below to jump to the page with the corresponding error descriptions.
"44" (A page 45) "90" (A page 44) "91" (A page 44) "92" (A page 44) "93" (A page 44) "94" (A page 44) "95" (A page 44) "A1" (A page 44) "A2" (A page 44) "A8" (A page 44) "AB" (A page 45) "AC" (A page 45) "B0" (A page 44) "B1" (A page 44) "B2" (A page 45) "C1" (A page 45) "C2" (A page 45) "C3" (A page 45) "D1" (A page 44) "D8" (A page 45) "F0" (A page 45) "F1" (A page 45) "F2" (A page 45) "F3" (A page 45) "F4" (A page 45) "F5" (A page 45) "F6" (A page 45) "F8" (A page 45)
No Card
.
v
Cards have run out. "Replenish the cards." (A page 31)
v
The card hopper is not installed. Install the card hopper.
Memo:
v
The operation panel display appears blinking when the cards have run out or when the card hopper is not installed.
Jam(Discharge) 94
.
v
Card jam near the card outlet. "Remove the jammed card." (A page 51)
Jam(Retran.) 95
.
v
Card jam near the retransfer heating roller. "Remove the jammed card." (A page 52)
Film Search A1
.
v
Retransfer film is broken. "Repair the retransfer film." (A page 56)
MG Test Err A8
.
v
A writing error has occurred during magnetic encoder self-diagnosis. Press KNB to reset the printer.
Ink Error B0
.
v
An incorrect ink ribbon is installed. Install a correct ink ribbon.
Jam(Hopper) 90
.
v
Card jam near the card hopper and cleaning roller. "Remove the jammed card." (A page 46)
Jam(TurnOver) 91
.
v
Card jam near the card turn over unit. "Remove the jammed card." (A page 47)
Jam(MG) 92
.
v
Card jam in the magnetic encoder unit. "Remove the jammed card." (A page 49)
Jam(Transfer) 93
.
v
Card jam in the card feed roller. "Remove the jammed card." (A page 50)
Ink Search B1
.
v
Ink ribbon is broken. "Repair the ink ribbon." (A page 54)
Door Open D1
.
v
The printer door is open. Close the printer door, and press KNB to reset the printer.
v
Cleaning unit is not installed. Install the cleaning unit, close the printer door, and press KNB to reset the printer.
Memo:
v
The operation panel display appears blinking when the printer door is open or when the cleaning unit is not installed.
Film Run Out A2
.
v
Retransfer film has run out. "Replace with a new one." (A page 33)
44
Troubleshooting
Ink Run Out B2
.
v
Ink ribbon has run out. "Replace with a new one." (A page 32)
Hardware 44
.
v
A hardware failure has occurred on the printer. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
MG Mechanical AB
.
v
An error has occurred in the mechanical component of the magnetic encoder. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
MG Hardware AC
TR Heater F1
.
v
The retransfer heating roller is faulty. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
TR Thermister F2
.
v
The retransfer heating roller thermistor is faulty. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
RR Overheat F3
.
v
The temperature of the bend remedy heating roller is too high. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
RR Heater F4
.
v
A hardware failure has occurred on the magnetic encoder. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
Cam Error C1
.
v
A heating roller operation error has occurred. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
HR Overheat C2
.
v
The temperature of the bend remedy heating roller or retransfer heating roller is too high. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
Hardware D8
.
v
A hardware error has occurred during initialization. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
.
v
The bend remedy unit is faulty. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
RR Thermister F5
.
v
The bend remedy heating roller thermistor is faulty. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
Overcool F6
.
v
The operating ambient temperature of the printer is too low. Check the temperature. If the same problem recurs within the range of operating ambient temperature, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
Head Overheat F8
.
v
The temperature of the thermal head is too high. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
TR Overheat F0
.
v
The temperature of the retransfer heating roller is too high. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
Power Intrpt C3
.
v
An instantaneous interruption is detected. Turn off and on the power again. If the same problem recurs, turn off the power and consult our authorized dealers.
45
Troubleshooting

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 the location of the card jam.
v
Check the error code, and remove the card according to the corresponding procedure.
Cautions:
v
If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
v
If the security lock is on, deactivate it. After work is complete, activate the security lock again.
v
Do not apply excessive force on the card hopper. Doing so may damage it.
v
Do not touch the printing surface of the card. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the cards.
Error Code Jam(Hopper) 90
v
Card jam near the card hopper and cleaning roller.
m
If the card cannot be removed by hand
A Press KNB to reset the printer
.
v
The card is discharged from the NG card outlet.
.
Detach the card hopper cover, and remove the unused cards
1
.
Remove the jammed card with a hand
2
"Go to step 3" (A page 46)
.
"If the card cannot be discharged" (A page 47)
"If the card cannot be removed by hand" (A page 46)
.
Return the unused cards to their original position
3
Install the card hopper cover
4
46
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
.
Error Code Jam(TurnOver) 91
v
Card jam near the card turn over unit.
.
Turn off the power
1
Remove the card hopper
2
.
Detach the card load slot cover
3
Troubleshooting
.
D Turn the cleaning roller shaft in the clockwise direction, while
checking the position of the card
.
E Remove the card after it is discharged from the card load slot
Cautions:
v
If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
F Restore the jog dial to its original position, and close the
printer door
G Turn on the power "Go to step 3" (A page 46)
.
Open the printer door, and remove the cleaning unit
4
.
47
Troubleshooting
Remove the jammed card in the card turn over unit from the card
5
load slot
m
If the card cannot be removed
A Install the cleaning unit B Attach the jog dial to the cleaning roller shaft and card turn
over unit shaft
"If the card cannot be removed" (A page 48)
.
Install the cleaning unit
6
Attach the jog dial to the card turn over unit shaft, and set the card
7
turn over unit to “Home Pos.”
v
“Home Pos.” is the position where the slit on the jog dial points to the right and the card turn over unit is horizontal.
.
.
.
C Set the card turn over unit to “Home Pos.”
v
“Home Pos.” is the position where the slit on the jog dial points to the right and the card turn over unit is horizontal.
.
Restore the jog dial to its original position
8
Install the card load slot cover and card hopper, and close the
9
printer door
Turn on the power
10
Cautions:
v
When a Jam(TurnOver) error occurs, the [Jam(TurnOver)] message will not disappear after removing the jammed card until the card turn over unit is set to “Home Pos.”.
v
If the printer door is opened when a Jam(TurnOver) error occurs, a [Please Adjust Turn Unit Pos!] message will be displayed. Remove the jammed card, and set the card turn over unit to “Home Pos.”.
48
.
v
If the card protrudes from the card turn over unit, turn the cleaning roller shaft to move the card into the unit.
v
Turning the card turn over unit moves the card inside the unit outward. Turn the card turn over unit while turning the cleaning roller shaft so that the card is retained inside the card turn over unit, and set to “Home Pos.”.
.
Cautions:
v
Do not turn the card turn over unit forcibly if there is a card inside the unit. Doing so may jam the card and damage the printer.
D Turn the cleaning roller shaft in the clockwise direction
Error Code Jam(MG) 92
v
Card jam in the magnetic encoder unit.
.
1
Press KNB to reset the printer
.
v
The card is discharged from the NG card outlet.
Troubleshooting
.
E Remove the card after it is discharged from the card load slot
Cautions:
v
If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
"Go to step 8" (A page 48)
.
49
Troubleshooting
Error Code Jam(Transfer) 93
v
Card jam in the card feed roller.
.
1
Press KNB to reset the printer
.
v
The card is discharged from the NG card outlet.
m
If the card cannot be discharged
A Turn off the power, and detach the card hopper
.
B
Open the printer door, and check the position of the jammed
card
C
Attach the jog dial to the card feed roller shaft and cleaning roller shaft
.
.
.
D Turn the card feed roller shaft and cleaning roller shaft in the
clockwise direction, while checking the position of the card
.
v
Remove the card after it is discharged from the card load slot. (For single-sided printers, the card is discharged from the NG card outlet.)
Cautions:
v
If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
E Restore the jog dial to its original position F Install the card hopper, and close the printer door G Turn on the power
50
Error Code Jam(Discharge) 94
v
Card jam near the card outlet.
.
1
Press KNB to reset the printer
.
v
The card is discharged from the card outlet.
Troubleshooting
m
If the card cannot be discharged
A Turn off the power, and open the printer door B Pull out the retransfer film cassette, and check the position of
the card
.
C Attach the jog dial to the card feed roller shaft
.
.
.
D Turn the card feed roller shaft in the anti-clockwise direction,
while checking the position of the card
.
v
The card is discharged from the card outlet.
Cautions:
v
If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
E Restore the jog dial to its original position, and install the
retransfer film cassette
F Close the printer door, and turn on the power
51
Troubleshooting
Error Code Jam(Retran.) 95
v
Card jam near the retransfer heating roller.
.
Open the printer door
1
v
A [Please Remove Jam Card!] or [Please Close Door] message appears.
Pull out the retransfer film cassette
2
.
Cautions:
v
The card may be adhered to the retransfer film. Pull out the retransfer film while taking care not to jam it.
v
If a [Please Close Door] message is displayed, the retransfer film is stuck and the retransfer film cassette cannot be removed. In this case, close the printer door before pulling out the retransfer film cassette.
m
If the card is adhered to the retransfer film
v
Remove the jammed card with a hand.
.
Cautions:
v
The card may be very hot. Be careful not to burn your fingers when removing the card.
"Go to step 4" (A page 52)
Remove the jammed card
3
"If the card is adhered to the retransfer film" (A page 52) "If the card is inside the printer unit" (A page 53) "If the card is caught in the card feed roller to the right of the retransfer heating roller" (A page 53) "If the card is caught in the card feed roller to the left of the retransfer heating roller" (A page 54)
Install the retransfer film cassette, and close the printer door
4
5
Press K
v
A [Jam Card Removed?] message appears.
.
6
Press O
Cautions:
v
Initializing the printer without first removing the card will cause the printer to malfunction. Be sure to remove the card then press O.
v
An [Initializing..] message appears, and initialization of the printer starts.
52
.
Troubleshooting
m
If the card is inside the printer unit
v
If the card is not drawn into the card feed roller and is left inside the 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 tweezers (supplied)
v
Be careful not to drop the card inside the printer.
D Pull out the card slowly
m
If the card is caught in the card feed roller to the right of the retransfer heating roller
A Turn off the power, and detach the card hopper
.
B Check the position of the card C Attach the jog dial to the card feed roller shaft and cleaning
roller shaft
.
.
Cautions:
v
The card may be very hot. Be careful not to burn your fingers when removing the card.
v
If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
Memo:
Example of how to pick up the card
.
v
Pick up the card by following the diagram above.
E Install the retransfer film cassette, and close the printer door
.
F Turn on the power "Go to step 5" (A page 52)
.
D Turn the card feed roller shaft and cleaning roller shaft in the
clockwise direction, while checking the position of the card
.
v
Remove the card after it is discharged from the card load slot. (For single-sided printers, the card is discharged from the NG card outlet.)
Cautions:
v
If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
E
Restore the jog dial to its original position, and install the card hopper
F Install the retransfer film cassette, and close the printer door G Turn on the power
"Go to step 5" (A page 52)
53
Troubleshooting
m
If the card is caught in the card feed roller to the left of the retransfer heating roller
A Turn off the power B Check the position of the card C Attach the jog dial to the card feed roller shaft
.
.
D Turn the card feed roller shaft in the anti-clockwise direction,
while checking the position of the card

Ink Ribbon

Ink Ribbon has Run Out
v
"Replace with a new ink ribbon." (A page 32)
Ink Ribbon is Broken
v
Repair the 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 may cause printing errors.
.
v
Do not touch the inked surface (the side that faces outward when installed) with your hand. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the ink ribbon.
v
The cassette is heavy when the ink ribbon is loaded. To prevent the cassette from dropping during handling, make sure to hold it with both hands.
v
When installing a used ink ribbon, align the yellow side of the unused ribbon with the arrow indicated on the label of the cassette. If the position of the yellow side is not properly aligned, the print may turn out light.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
v
During replacement, clean the four bobbin holders on the printer. If burrs produced by friction with the bobbins are attached to the bobbin holders, they may fall onto the card, ink ribbon, or retransfer film, causing printing errors.
"Cleaning the bobbin holders" (A page 40)
Open the printer door
1
.
v
The card is discharged from the card outlet.
Cautions:
v
If the card cannot be removed, do not try to do so forcibly. Consult our authorized dealers or the servicing personnel.
E Restore the jog dial to its original position F Install the retransfer film cassette, and close the printer door G Turn on the power
"Go to step 5" (A page 52)
54
.
Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the ink ribbon
2
cassette (on the right)
.
Cut away the broken portion, and attach the unused portion at the
3
supply side to the other end at the take-up side using an adhesive tape, while making sure that the joint surface is even
Cautions:
v
Do not discard the used ribbon at the take-up side.
Troubleshooting
Turn the take-up side using your hand until the broken portion can
4
no longer be seen
.
v
Align the yellow side of the unused portion with the arrow indicated on the label of the cassette.
.
Remove any slack in the ink ribbon
5
.
Insert the cassette all the way in along the guide rail until a “click”
6
sound is heard, followed by closing the printer door
7
Press KNB to reset the printer
.
Memo:
v
To avoid printing errors, it is recommended that you forward by one or two images after installing the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer film cassette.
"Initializing printer when installing the cassette" (A page 22)
.
.
55
Troubleshooting

Retransfer Film

Retransfer Film has Run Out
v
"Replace with a new retransfer film." (A page 33)
Retransfer Film is Broken
v
Repair the retransfer film.
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 may cause printing errors.
.
v
Do not touch the retransfer face (the side that faces outward when installed) with your hand. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the retransfer film.
v
The cassette is heavy when the retransfer film is loaded. To prevent the cassette from dropping during handling, make sure to hold it with both hands.
v
When installing a used retransfer film, align the unused side of the film with the arrow indicated on the label of the cassette. Improper alignment may result in errors, or the print may turn out light.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
v
During replacement, clean the four bobbin holders on the printer. If burrs produced by friction with the bobbins are attached to the bobbin holders, they may fall onto the card, ink ribbon, or retransfer film, causing printing errors.
"Cleaning the bobbin holders" (A page 40)
Open the printer door
1
Turn the take-up side using your hand until the broken portion can
4
no longer be seen
.
v
Align the film side of the unused portion with the arrow indicated on the label of the cassette.
Remove any slack in the film
5
.
Insert the cassette all the way in along the guide rail until a “click”
6
sound is heard, followed by closing the printer door
.
.
Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the retransfer
2
film cassette (on the left)
.
Cut away the broken portion, and attach the unused portion at the
3
supply side to the other end at the take-up side using an adhesive tape, while making sure that the joint surface is even
Cautions:
v
Do not discard the used retransfer film at the take-up side.
.
7
Press KNB to reset the printer
.
Memo:
v
To avoid printing errors, it is recommended that you forward by one or two images after installing the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer film cassette.
"Initializing printer when installing the cassette" (A page 22)
56
Troubleshooting
Unable to Fit Retransfer Film Cassette into Printer
v
With the printer door closed, turn on the power to cancel the transport mode.
v
While in the transport mode, the retransfer film cassette cannot be installed to the printer with the retransfer film loaded.
"Transport Mode Setting" (A page 29)

Unable to Produce Desired Printing Results

Lines Appear on Card after Printing
v
"Clean the thermal head." (A page 41)
Colors on Card Appear Faded after Printing
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)
Peeling Occurs on Card after Printing
v
"Check the retransfer mode settings." (A page 111)
Overall Printing Quality is Poor
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)
v
Is the printing face of the card dirty?
Use a clean card.
Card is Printed in a Single Color
v
Is the print setting set to single-color printing?
v
Is the software application setting set to single-color printing?
Check the print settings.
Strange Characters or Images are Printed
v
Is the driver for this printer selected on the computer?
Select the driver for this printer.
v
Is the USB cable connection loose?
Plug in the USB cable properly.
Retransfer cannot be Performed Successfully
v
Is the printing face of the card dirty?
Use a clean card.
v
Is the surrounding temperature or card surface temperature too low?
Use the printer when the surrounding temperature is sufficiently high.
v
Is the retransfer speed setting value too high?
Set to a value that is smaller than the standard value, +2 (i.e., between +1 and -3).
v
Is the temperature of the retransfer heating roller too low?
Set to a value that is larger than the standard value, +1 (i.e., +2).
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Troubleshooting

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 card thickness." (A page 63)
v
Are the cards adhered to one another?
When using new cards, set them after making sure that they are not adhered to each other due to static.
Power does not Turn On
v
Is the power switch turned off? (¡ position)
Turn on the power. (I position)
v
Is the power cord disconnected?
Plug in the power cord properly.
v
Is there electricity supply from the outlet?
Try connecting another electrical device to the outlet. If the device works normally, then it could be due to malfunctioning of the printer. Please consult our authorized dealers.
Printing does not Start or Stops Halfway
v
Is the printer door open?
"Close the printer door properly, and reset the printer." (A page 22)
v
Is the printer connected to a computer?
Connect the printer to a computer correctly using a USB/LAN cable.
v
Is the length of the USB cable too long?
A USB cable with a length of not more than 2 m is recommended.
v
Are cards set into the printer?
"Set the cards correctly." (A page 31)
v
Is the ink ribbon installed?
"Install the ink ribbon correctly." (A page 32)
v
Is the retransfer film installed?
"Install the retransfer film correctly." (A page 33)
v
Is the driver for this printer selected?
Select the driver for this printer.

Before Sending Printer for Repair

Enter the symptoms into the troubleshooting sheet.
v
Clicking the Print icon displays a PDF file.
v
Print out the PDF file and enter accordingly.
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Setup

Installation and Connection

Printer Installation
Cautions:
v
Using the printer in an environment beyond the operating ambient temperature range may result in retransfer or printing errors. Check the “Precautions on installation location” and “Operating environment conditions” specifications.
"Precautions on installation location" (A page 6) "Operating environment conditions" (A page 10)
Ventilation holes for the cooling fan are located at the rear and side of the printer.
v
Install the printer by allowing a clearance of at least 20 cm between its sides and surrounding walls.
.
v
Allow a clearance of at least 10 cm between the rear of the printer and the wall.
Power Cord Connection
Insert the power cord (supplied) to the AC inlet at the rear of the
1
printer
.
Plug the power cord (supplied) into an outlet
2
Memo:
v
Make use of an AVR (automatic voltage regulator) to prevent any fluctuation in voltage. Alternatively, an uninterruptible power supply is recommended in case momentary power failure occurs.
Cautions:
v
Make sure that the power outlet is grounded and used as a dedicated power source for the printer.
v
Plug the power cord of the printer directly to the outlet. Do not share the same outlet with other devices.
.
v
Do not place any object on the printer.
Card Stacker (Supplied)
Hook the tab on the card stacker to the card stacker attachment slot
1
.
A Card outlet B Card stacker attachment slot C Tab D Card stacker
Memo:
v
The card stacker is able to store up to about 100 cards with a thickness of 0.76 mm.
.
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Setup

Printing Media

Installing the Ink Ribbon
Cautions:
v
Stand the cassette on a flat surface as illustrated in the diagram. Avoid doing 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 when installed) with your hand. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the ink ribbon.
v
The cassette is heavy when the ink ribbon is loaded. To prevent the cassette from dropping during handling, make sure to hold it with both hands.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
Open the printer door
1
Remove any slack in the ink ribbon
4
A Hold the cassette. B Turn the knob in the direction indicated by the arrow.
.
Insert the cassette all the way in along the guide rail until a “click”
5
sound is heard, followed by closing the printer door
.
.
Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the ink ribbon
2
cassette (on the right)
.
Install a new ink ribbon
3
v
Install while referring to the indication on the label of the cassette.
.
A With the inked surface facing outward, align the yellow side of the
unused ribbon with the arrow on the cassette, and unwind it along the three shafts.
B Insert the ink ribbon firmly into the bobbin holders with the ribbon
set to the far end of the guides.
v
A: take-up side (black)
v
B: unused side (yellow)
.
6
Press KNB to reset the printer
.
Memo:
v
To avoid printing errors, it is recommended that you forward by one or two images after installing the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer film cassette.
"Initializing printer when installing the cassette" (A page 22)
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.
Installing the Retransfer Film
Cautions:
v
Stand the cassette on a flat surface as illustrated in the diagram. Avoid doing so on the floor as dust attached to it may cause printing errors.
Setup
Insert the retransfer film firmly into the bobbin holders with the film
C
set to the far end of the guides.
v
A: take-up side (black)
v
B: unused side (green)
.
v
Do not touch the retransfer face (the side that faces outward when installed) with your hand. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the retransfer film.
v
The cassette is heavy when the retransfer film is loaded. To prevent the cassette from dropping during handling, make sure to hold it with both hands.
v
When installing a new film, make sure that at least three black lines are wound onto the take-up side. Insufficient winding may cause the printer to malfunction.
v
Do not perform any work on the printer door. Do not place heavy objects or apply load on the printer. Doing so may damage it.
Open the printer door
1
.
Press and hold down the cassette button, and remove the retransfer
2
film cassette (on the left)
.
Remove any slack in the film
4
A Hold the retransfer film cassette. B Turn the knob in the direction indicated by the arrow.
.
Insert the cassette all the way in along the guide rail until a “click”
5
sound is heard, followed by closing the printer door
.
Install a new retransfer film
3
v
Install while referring to the indication on the label of the cassette. A When installing the retransfer film, make sure that at least three
black lines are wound onto the take-up side.
.
B With the retransfer face facing outward, align the unused side of
the film with the arrow on the cassette, and unwind it along the three shafts.
.
.
Cautions:
v
While in the transport mode, the retransfer film cassette cannot be installed to the printer with the retransfer film loaded. With the printer door closed, turn on the power to cancel the transport mode.
"Transport Mode Setting" (A page 29)
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6
Press KNB to reset the printer
.
Memo:
v
To avoid printing errors, it is recommended that you forward by one or two images after installing the ink ribbon cassette or retransfer film cassette.
"Initializing printer when installing the cassette" (A page 22)
Setting Cards
v
The card hopper is able to store up to about 100 cards with a thickness 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 lock again.
v
Do not touch the printing surface of the card. Touching it may cause printing errors. Put on the supplied gloves when handling the cards.
v
To prevent card jams from occurring, limit the number of cards stored in the card hopper at any time to about 100 pieces regardless of the card thickness.
v
When using new cards, set them after making sure that they are not adhered to each other due to static.
v
Align the cards before setting them in the printer. Otherwise, the card hopper cover may not close properly, and this may damage the printer.
v
Printing the card on the side with the magnetic stripe may cause printing errors or damage to the card’s functions. If you want to do so, please consult our authorized dealers in advance.
v
To set cards with both functions (magnetic stripe and contact IC), follow the procedure for setting the contact IC card.
Set the card hopper knob to [OPEN]
1
.
Lift to remove the card hopper cover
2
.
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Align the orientation of the cards, and set them in the printer
3
m
Magnetic stripe cards
v
Set the card with the magnetic stripe facing upward and toward the printer, or facing downward and toward you.
.
m
ISO contact IC cards
v
Set the card with the Contact IC terminal facing upward and toward the rear of the printer, or downward and toward the rear of the printer.
v
For single-sided printers, set the cards with the IC terminal facing down and toward the rear of the printer.
.
Install the card hopper cover, and set the card hopper knob to
4
[LOCK]
m
Adjusting card thickness
v
The thickness of a card that is adjustable is between 0.25 mm and
1.00 mm. This is adjusted to a thickness of 0.76 mm by default.
A Set the card hopper knob to [LOCK]
.
B Remove the card hopper
Setup
.
C Insert a ballpoint pen into the card separator hole, and turn
slowly
v
Adjust according to the range of the card thickness used.
.
.
Memo:
v
If the card cannot be discharged during printing, adjust the card thickness by turning the card separator in the clockwise direction by one scale at a time.
v
If two cards are discharged at a time during printing, adjust the card thickness by turning the card separator in the anti­clockwise direction by one scale at a time.
D Install the card hopper
.
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Printer and Computer Connection

Connecting with a USB Cable
Cautions:
v
While printing is in progress, do not turn off the power of the computer, or switch it to the sleep or standby mode. Doing so may stop the movement of the cards inside the printer.
v
Plug the USB cable in correctly and firmly.
v
Do not connect the cable to the USB connectors on the monitor or keyboard of the computer. The printer may not be correctly recognized.
v
When using a USB hub, make use of one that is directly connected to the computer.
Turn off the power of the printer and computer
1
Plug the USB cable into the USB cable connection terminal at the
2
rear of the printer, and "Cable clamp" (A page 8) pass the USB cable through the cable clamp
Connecting with a LAN Cable
Cautions:
v
Plug the LAN cable in correctly and firmly.
v
Make use of a shielded LAN cable to avoid any malfunction.
v
If a USB cable is also connected at the same time when the power is turned on, priority will be given to USB.
Turn off the power of the printer and computer
1
Plug the LAN cable into the LAN cable connection terminal at the
2
rear of the printer
.
Plug the LAN cable into the connection terminal of the hub that is
3
installed on the network that the computer is connected to
.
Cautions:
v
As illustrated in the diagram, do not pull the USB cable excessively toward the cable clamp. Doing so may subject the USB connector of the printer to stress, thus resulting in connection problems.
.
Plug the other end of the USB cable into the USB cable connection
3
terminal of the computer
Connecting Multiple Printers
v
To connect multiple printer units to one computer via USB, assign a different unit number from 1 to 10 to each of the printers.
"Unit Number Setting" (A page 28)
v
To connect multiple printers to the same network, set a different IP address for each printer.
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Computer Settings

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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
"Install" (A page 65)
v
"Uninstall" (A page 80)
v
"IPSec" (A page 84)
v
"Printer Driver Settings" (A page 87)
v
"Port Monitor Settings" (A page 106)
v
"Status Monitor Settings" (A page 107)
v
"Inline Encoding" (A page 118)
v
"List of Error Codes" (A page 120)
v
"Frequently Asked Questions" (A page 123)

Software

v
Using the installer (automatic execution program) enables easy installation of the printer software, as well as opening of the Electronic Manual.
v
The installer application installs programs based on the Windows language settings. To change the language setting of a program, use the language selection pull-down menu.
Software License Agreement
v
Users need to agree to the terms and conditions in the “Software License Agreement” before using the software. Please read through the License Agreement.

Install

Cautions:
v
To install the software, log into the system as an administrative user (Administrators group).
v
A part of the illustrations in this Electronic Manual may not be displayed depending on the computer’s environment. Skip the procedures in this case.
v
"Printer Driver" (A page 65)
v
"Network Sharing of Printer" (A page 73)
v
"Status Monitor" (A page 75)
v
"USB Driver" (A page 76)
v
"Electronic Manual" (A page 79)
Printer Driver
Installing the Printer Driver
USB Connection
Cautions:
v
Do not turn on the power of the printer until instruction asking you to do so appears on the installer.
v
Do not connect the printer to the USB until instruction asking you to do so appears on the installer.
v
You need to enable the USB hub before connecting the printer via this hub. Do not connect the printer to the USB hub until instruction asking you to do so appears.
v
Exit all applications that are currently running.
v
If document printing is currently in progress, wait for all the jobs to complete.
Start up Windows, and set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
1
v
A card printer setup screen appears.
.
Memo:
v
If the CD-ROM drive of the computer is set to run automatically, the installer will be executed automatically. If the installer is not automatically initiated, double-click “SETUP.exe” in the CD-ROM.
v
If you are not using the “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM, start the installer for the printer driver by double­clicking the following file in the CD-ROM: “English\USB_Soft \install.exe”.
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m
Windows Vista
v
A [AutoPlay] screen appears.
Click [Next]
5
v
A start installation screen appears.
.
v
Clicking [Run SETUP.exe] displays the [User Account Control] screen.
v
Clicking [Allow] displays the card printer setup screen.
Select the [Printer Driver] checkbox on the card printer setup screen
2
A Select the language to use from the [Language] pull-down menu
v
Selecting [Japanese] switches the program to the Japanese version.
v
Selecting [English] switches the program to the English version.
B Select [USB connection] from [Interface] C Select [Install] under [Action], and select the [Printer Driver]
checkbox
Memo:
v
You can select the [Status Monitor] and [Electronic Manual] checkboxes to install them simultaneously. Selecting all checkboxes starts installation in the order of the Electronic Manual, printer driver, and status monitor.
v
The same status monitor can be used for printers connected via USB and Ethernet.
v
Clicking [Open the Electronic Manual] opens the Electronic Manual.
v
Clicking [Exit] ends the installation.
Click [Next]
3
v
A [Installation of CX-7000 USB printer] screen appears.
.
Read through the “Software License Agreement”
4
v
If you accept the terms and conditions, select [I agree] to start installation.
v
If you do not agree, click [Cancel] to stop the installation.
.
Check the details, followed by clicking [Next]
6
v
A screen for setting [Printer model] and [Printer name] appears.
.
A Select a [Printer model] according to the unit number of the printer "Unit Number Setting" (A page 28)
v
Select a [Printer model] according to the unit number of the printer. Installation may fail if the combination is incorrect.
Printer Unit
Number
1 (Factory
Printer Model
USB Device Name
Options
CX-7000 U1 CX-7000 U1
Setting)
2 CX-7000 U2 CX-7000 U2
3 CX-7000 U3 CX-7000 U3
4 CX-7000 U4 CX-7000 U4
5 CX-7000 U5 CX-7000 U5
6 CX-7000 U6 CX-7000 U6
7 CX-7000 U7 CX-7000 U7
8 CX-7000 U8 CX-7000 U8
9 CX-7000 U9 CX-7000 U9
10 CX-7000 U10 CX-7000 U10
B Enter the [Printer name] C Select the [Make this the default printer.] checkbox if necessary
Memo:
v
Doing so enables you to set it as a default printer after installation is complete.
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Click [Next]
7
v
A screen for entering the shared name appears.
v
Enter the shared name when you are sharing a printer.
.
Memo:
v
You can also set the shared name after installation is complete.
Click [Next]
8
v
A port selection screen appears.
v
Select [CX-7000U Port] under [Create a new port].
m
Windows Vista
v
A [Windows Security] screen appears.
.
A Click [Install] part
v
A USB cable connection instruction screen appears.
Setup
.
Click [Next]
9
v
An install information confirmation screen appears.
.
Check the installation information, followed by clicking [Finish]
10
v
To change the settings, click [Back].
.
Connect the printer and computer using the USB cable
11
Turn on the power of the printer
12
v
Installation starts automatically after the printer is detected.
v
Installation does not start if connection is improper. When this occurs, check the connection.
m
Windows XP
A [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen appears.
.
A Select [No, not this time], and click [Next]
v
An installation method selection screen appears.
m
Windows XP
v
A [Software Installation] screen appears.
.
A Click [Continue Anyway]
.
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B Select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], and
click [Next]
v
A [Hardware Installation] screen appears.
v
A [CX-7000U Port] screen appears.
.
C Click [Continue Anyway]
v
A “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard” screen appears.
.
D Click [Finish]
v
A [Software Installation] screen appears.
.
Select the [Property] tab
13
A Select this printer from [Printer List]
Memo:
v
USB connection is improper if “No Device” appears in the [Printer List]. When this occurs, end the installation process and reinstall the program.
v
If “No Selection” appears in the [Printer List], select a USB device name that coincides with the printer unit number that is currently being installed from the pull-down list.
B Enter the port name
Click [OK]
14
m
Windows XP
v
A [Software Installation] screen appears.
.
A Click [Continue Anyway]
.
E Click [Continue Anyway]
m
Windows 2000
v
A [Digital Signature Not Found] screen appears.
.
A Click [Yes]
m
Windows Vista
v
A [Windows Security] screen appears.
.
A Click [Install] part
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m
Windows 2000
v
A [Digital Signature Not Found] screen appears.
.
A Click [Yes]
v
A printer installation complete screen appears.
m
Windows 2000 (Example)
.
Cautions:
v
To delete a printer, execute “Uninstall printer driver” after restarting Windows.
Ethernet (LAN) Connection
Cautions:
v
Configure the IP address and other necessary settings for the printer in advance.
v
Do not connect the printer to the USB port.
v
Do not connect the printer to the Ethernet (LAN) until instruction asking you to do so appears on the installer.
v
Do not turn on the power of the printer until instruction asking you to do so appears on the installer.
v
You need to enable the LAN hub before connecting the printer via this hub.
v
Exit all applications that are currently running.
v
If document printing is currently in progress, wait for all the jobs to complete.
.
Click [Finish]
15
v
Exits the installation program.
Open “Printers” in [Control Panel]
16
v
Check to ensure that the printer is added.
m
Windows XP (Example)
.
m
Windows Vista (Example)
Start up Windows, and set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
1
v
A card printer setup screen appears.
.
Memo:
v
If the CD-ROM drive of the computer is set to run automatically, the installer will be executed automatically. If the installer is not automatically initiated, double-click “SETUP.exe” in the CD-ROM.
v
If you are not using the “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM, start the installer for the printer driver by double­clicking the following file in the CD-ROM: “English\LAN_Soft \install.exe”.
.
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m
Windows Vista
v
A [AutoPlay] screen appears.
Click [Next]
5
v
A start installation screen appears.
.
v
Clicking [Run SETUP.exe] displays the [User Account Control] screen.
v
Clicking [Allow] displays the card printer setup screen.
Select the [Printer Driver] checkbox on the card printer setup screen
2
A Select the language to use from the [Language] pull-down menu
v
Selecting [Japanese] switches the program to the Japanese version.
v
Selecting [English] switches the program to the English version.
B Select [Ethernet connection] from [Interface]. C Select [Install] under [Action], and select the [Printer Driver]
checkbox
Memo:
v
You can select the [Status Monitor] and [Electronic Manual] checkboxes to install them simultaneously. Selecting all checkboxes starts installation in the order of the Electronic Manual, status monitor, and printer driver.
v
The same status monitor can be used for printers connected via USB and Ethernet.
v
Clicking [Open the Electronic Manual] opens the Electronic Manual.
v
Clicking [Exit] ends the installation.
Click [Next]
3
v
A [Installation of CX-7000 Ethernet printer] screen appears.
.
Connect the printer and computer using a LAN cable
6
Turn on the power of the printer
7
Check the details, followed by clicking [Next]
8
v
A screen for setting [Printer model] and [Printer name] appears.
.
A Select a [Printer model] B Enter the [Printer name] C Select the [Make this the default printer.] checkbox if necessary
Memo:
v
Doing so enables you to set it as a default printer after installation is complete.
.
Read through the “Software License Agreement”
4
v
If you accept the terms and conditions, select [I agree] to start installation.
v
If you do not agree, click [Cancel] to stop the installation.
Click [Next]
9
v
A screen for entering the shared name appears.
v
Enter the shared name when you are sharing a printer.
.
Memo:
v
You can also set the shared name after installation is complete.
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Click [Next]
10
v
A port selection screen appears.
v
Select [CX-7000N Port] under [Create a new port].
.
Click [Next]
11
v
An install information confirmation screen appears.
m
Windows Vista
v
A [Windows Security Alert] screen appears.
.
A Click [Unblock]
v
The program will fail to function properly if you click on [Keep blocking].
v
A [CX-7000N Port] screen appears.
Setup
.
Check the installation information, followed by clicking [Finish]
12
v
To change the settings, click [Back].
m
Windows XP
v
A [Software Installation] screen appears.
.
A Click [Continue Anyway]
v
A [Windows Security Alert] screen appears.
.
Select the [Property] tab
13
A Select this printer from [Printer List]
v
When connecting using the IPv4 address, select [IPv4], followed by clicking [Find...] to search for the printer. After clicking [IPv4], you can search for the printer by directly entering the IPv4 address in the [Printer List].
v
When connecting using the IPv6 address, select [IPv6], followed by clicking [Find...] to search for the printer. After clicking [IPv6], you can search for the printer by directly entering the IPv6 address in the [Printer List].
Memo:
v
Ethernet (LAN) connection is improper if “Not Connected” appears in the [Printer List]. If the printer that is currently being installed cannot be found by clicking [Find...], end the installation process and reinstall the program.
v
If “Not Selected” appears in the [Printer List], select an item that coincides with the IP address of the printer that is currently being installed from the pull-down list.
B Enter the [Port Name]
Click [OK]
14
m
Windows XP
v
A [Software Installation] screen appears.
.
B Click [Unblock]
v
The program will fail to function properly if you click on buttons other than [Unblock].
.
A Click [Continue Anyway]
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m
Windows Vista
v
A [Windows Security] screen appears.
.
A Click [Install] part
m
Windows 2000
v
A [Digital Signature Not Found] screen appears.
m
Windows Vista (Example)
.
m
Windows 2000 (Example)
.
Cautions:
v
To delete a printer, execute “Uninstall printer driver” after restarting Windows.
.
A Click [Yes]
v
A printer installation complete screen appears.
.
Click [Finish]
15
v
Exits the installation program.
Open “Printers” in [Control Panel]
16
v
Check to ensure that the printer is added.
m
Windows XP (Example)
Update of Printer Driver
To update
Delete the existing printer driver
1
"Uninstalling the Printer Driver" (A page 80)
Re-install the printer driver
2
"Installing the Printer Driver" (A page 65)
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Network Sharing of Printer
Windows XP/ Windows 2000
Cautions:
v
Check to ensure that you can access the computer to which the printer is connected.
v
Check also to ensure that the printer can be shared.
Open “Printers” in [Control Panel]
1
v
A [Printers and Faxes] screen appears.
.
Click [Add Printer] under the [File] menu
2
v
A “Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard” screen appears.
Select [Browse for a printer], and click [Next]
5
v
A “Browse for Printer” screen appears.
.
Select a printer from [Shared printers], and click [Next]
6
v
A [Connect to Printer] screen appears.
.
Click [Yes]
7
v
A “Default Printer” screen appears.
Setup
.
Click [Next]
3
v
A printer type selection screen appears.
.
Select [A network printer, or a printer attached to another computer],
4
and click [Next]
v
A “Specify a Printer” screen appears.
.
Select [Yes] if necessary, and click [Next]
8
v
A “Completing the Add Printer Wizard” screen appears.
.
Check the details, followed by clicking [Finish]
9
v
Network sharing of the printer is complete.
Open “Printers” in [Control Panel]
10
v
Check to ensure that the printer is added.
.
.
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Cautions:
v
When the access authority of the computer is not proper, the printer may not be able to perform printing even if installation of the printer driver is completed. Ensure that the access authority is proper according to the instructions of the network administrator.
Select a printer, and click [Next]
4
v
A driver installation confirmation screen appears.
Windows Vista
Cautions:
v
Check to ensure that you can access the computer to which the printer is connected.
v
Check also to ensure that the printer can be shared.
Open “Printers” in [Control Panel]
1
v
A [Printer] screen appears.
.
Click [Add a printer] in the toolbar
2
v
A printer selection screen appears.
.
Click [Install driver]
5
v
A [User Account Control] screen appears.
On the user account screen, click [Continue]
6
v
A screen for entering the printer name appears.
.
Select the [Set as the default printer] checkbox if necessary, and
7
click [Next]
v
A screen indicating that the printer is added appears.
.
Select [Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer], and click [Next]
3
v
A screen for selecting the printer appears.
.
.
Check the details, followed by clicking [Finish]
8
v
Network sharing of the printer is complete.
Open “Printers” in [Control Panel]
9
v
Check to ensure that the printer is added.
.
Cautions:
v
When the access authority of the computer is not proper, the printer may not be able to perform printing even if installation of the printer driver is completed. Ensure that the access authority is proper according to the instructions of the network administrator.
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Status Monitor
Installing the Status Monitor
Cautions:
v
The same status monitor can be used for printers connected via USB and Ethernet.
v
Make sure that the status monitor is only installed once on a single computer.
v
To continue using the status monitor after uninstalling the printer driver, update the status monitor accordingly.
"Update of Status Monitor" (A page 76)
Start up Windows, and set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
1
v
A card printer setup screen appears.
Select the [Status Monitor] checkbox on the card printer setup
2
screen
A Select the language to use from the [Language] pull-down menu
v
Selecting [Japanese] switches the program to the Japanese version.
v
Selecting [English] switches the program to the English version.
B Select [USB connection] or [Ethernet connection] from [Interface] C Select [Install] under [Action], and select the [Status Monitor]
checkbox
Memo:
v
You can select the [Printer Driver] and [Electronic Manual] checkboxes to install them simultaneously.
v
Clicking [Open the Electronic Manual] opens the Electronic Manual.
v
Clicking [Exit] ends the installation.
Click [Next]
3
v
A status monitor installation screen appears.
Setup
.
Memo:
v
If the CD-ROM drive of the computer is set to run automatically, the installer will be executed automatically. If the installer is not automatically initiated, double-click “SETUP.exe” in the CD-ROM.
v
If you are not using the “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM, start the installer for the status monitor by double­clicking the following file in the CD-ROM: “English\Software \STT_MON\install.exe”.
m
Windows Vista
v
A [AutoPlay] screen appears.
.
v
To change the displayed installation destination, click [Browse...] and specify the destination folder.
Click [Next]
4
v
A selection screen for registering the status monitor appears.
.
A Select the [Register for start menu] checkbox
v
To change the registration in the displayed Start menu, make a selection from the [Register for start menu] list.
B Select the [Make a shortcut icon on desktop.] checkbox if
necessary
Click [Next]
5
v
Installation starts.
v
After installation is complete, an installation complete screen appears.
.
v
Clicking [Run SETUP.exe] displays the [User Account Control] screen.
v
Clicking [Allow] displays the card printer setup screen.
.
Click [Finish]
6
v
An installation complete confirmation screen appears.
.
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Click [OK]
7
v
Exits the installation program.
v
You can now start the status monitor from [Start menu].
Cautions:
v
The following error may occur when you start executing the status monitor on Windows Vista.
Cause: The status monitor cannot run because the program cannot be identified by Windows Vista. Action: Select “Run as administrator” to start the status monitor as a user with administrator authority. Doing so enables the program to be identified by Windows Vista, and the same error will not recur.
.
USB Driver
Installing the USB Driver
Cautions:
v
The USB driver is also installed while you are installing the printer driver via USB connection.
v
Install the USB driver additionally only when you want to set items other than the [Printer Name] on the [Printer Selection] screen of the status monitor.
v
Do not turn on the power of the printer until instruction asking you to do so appears on the installer.
v
Do not connect the printer to the USB until instruction asking you to do so appears on the installer.
v
You need to enable the USB hub before connecting the printer via this hub. Do not connect the printer to the USB hub until instruction asking you to do so appears.
Windows XP
Start up Windows
1
Set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
2
v
The “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM is not used. Exit this program.
Connect the computer and printer using the USB cable, and turn on
3
the power of the printer
v
The printer is automatically detected by the computer.
v
A [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen appears.
.
v
Even if a user is logged on with the administrator account on Windows Vista, the user may be regarded as one without administrator authority when running the status monitor.
Update of Status Monitor
Delete the status monitor
1
"Uninstalling the Status Monitor" (A page 83)
Re-install the status monitor
2
"Installing the Status Monitor" (A page 75)
.
Cautions:
v
Connection is improper if this screen does not appear. Make sure that the connection is properly established.
Select [No, not this time], and click [Next]
4
v
An installation method selection screen appears.
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.
Setup
Select [Install the software automatically (Recommended)], and click
5
[Next]
v
A [Hardware Installation] screen appears.
.
Click [Continue Anyway]
6
v
A “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard” screen appears.
Click [Locate and install driver software (Recommended)]
3
v
A [User Account Control] screen appears.
Click [Continue]
4
v
A [Found New Hardware] screen appears.
.
Click [Don’t search online]
5
v
A screen appears, prompting you to insert the disc.
.
Click [Finish]
7
v
Installation of the USB driver is complete.
Windows Vista
Start up Windows
1
Connect the computer and printer using the USB cable, and turn on
2
the power of the printer
v
The printer is automatically detected by the computer.
v
A [Found New Hardware] screen appears.
.
Cautions:
v
Connection is improper if this screen does not appear. Make sure that the connection is properly established.
.
Set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
6
v
The “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM is not used. Exit this program.
v
A [Windows Security] screen appears.
.
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Click [Install this driver software anyway]
7
v
An installation complete screen appears.
.
Click [Close]
8
v
Installation of the USB driver is complete.
Windows 2000
Start up Windows
1
Set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
2
v
The “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM is not used. Exit this program.
Connect the computer and printer using the USB cable, and turn on
3
the power of the printer
v
The printer is automatically detected by the computer.
v
A [Found New Hardware Wizard] screen appears.
Click [Next]
4
v
A search method selection screen appears.
.
Select [Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended)],
5
and click [Next]
v
A “Locate Driver Files” screen appears.
.
Select the [CD-ROM drives] checkbox, and click [Next]
6
v
A “Driver Files Search Results” screen appears.
.
Cautions:
v
Connection is improper if this screen does not appear. Make sure that the connection is properly established.
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.
Click [Next]
7
v
A “Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard” screen appears.
.
Click [Finish]
8
v
Installation of the USB driver is complete.
Electronic Manual
Installing the Electronic Manual
Start up Windows, and set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
1
v
A card printer setup screen appears.
Setup
Memo:
v
You can select the [Printer Driver] and [Status Monitor] checkboxes to install them simultaneously.
v
Clicking [Open the Electronic Manual] opens the Electronic Manual.
v
Clicking [Exit] ends the installation.
Click [Next]
3
v
An Electronic Manual installation screen appears.
.
v
To change the displayed installation destination, click [Browse...] and specify the destination folder.
Click [Next]
4
v
A selection screen for registering the Electronic Manual appears.
.
Memo:
v
If the CD-ROM drive of the computer is set to run automatically, the installer will be executed automatically. If the installer is not automatically initiated, double-click “SETUP.exe” in the CD-ROM.
v
If you are not using the “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM, start the installer for the Electronic Manual by double-clicking the following file in the CD-ROM: “English\Document \Manual\install.exe”.
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.
.
A Select the [Register for start menu] checkbox
v
To change the registration in the displayed Start menu, make a selection from the [Register for start menu] list.
B Select the [Make a shortcut icon on desktop.] checkbox if
necessary
Click [Next]
5
v
Installation starts.
v
After installation is complete, an installation complete screen appears.
.
Click [Finish]
6
v
An installation complete confirmation screen appears.
Select the [Electronic Manual] checkbox on the card printer setup
2
screen
A Select the language to use from the [Language] pull-down menu
v
Selecting [Japanese] switches the program to the Japanese version.
v
Selecting [English] switches the program to the English version.
B Select [USB connection] or [Ethernet connection] from [Interface] C Select [Install] under [Action], and select the [Electronic Manual]
checkbox
.
Click [OK]
7
v
Exits the installation program.
v
You can now open the Electronic Manual from [Start menu].
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Uninstall

Cautions:
v
To uninstall the software, log into the system as an administrative user (Administrators group).
v
A part of the illustrations in this Electronic Manual may not be displayed depending on the computer’s environment. Skip the procedures in this case.
v
"Printer Driver" (A page 80)
v
"Status Monitor" (A page 83)
v
"Electronic Manual" (A page 83)
Printer Driver
m
Windows Vista
v
A [AutoPlay] screen appears.
Uninstalling the Printer Driver
USB Connection
Cautions:
v
Do not execute “Uninstall” if there are applications that are currently running.
v
If document printing is currently in progress, wait for all the jobs to complete.
Start up Windows
1
Connect the computer and printer using the USB cable, and turn on
2
the power of the printer
Cautions:
v
Check to ensure that the printer connected via USB is recognized on the computer. If the USB connection is not recognized, the USB driver cannot be correctly deleted.
Set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
3
v
A card printer setup screen appears.
.
v
Clicking [Run SETUP.exe] displays the [User Account Control] screen.
v
Clicking [Allow] displays the card printer setup screen.
Select the [Printer Driver] checkbox on the card printer setup screen
4
A Select the language to use from the [Language] pull-down menu
v
Selecting [Japanese] switches the program to the Japanese version.
v
Selecting [English] switches the program to the English version.
B Select [USB connection] from [Interface] C Select [Uninstall] under [Action], and select the [Printer Driver]
checkbox
Memo:
v
You can select the [Status Monitor] and [Electronic Manual] checkboxes to uninstall them simultaneously.
Click [Next]
5
v
A [Delete the CX-7000 USB printer] screen appears.
.
Memo:
v
If the CD-ROM drive of the computer is set to run automatically, the installer will be executed automatically. If the installer is not automatically initiated, double-click “SETUP.exe” in the CD-ROM.
v
If you are not using the “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM, start the uninstaller for the printer driver by double­clicking the following file in the CD-ROM: “English\USB_Soft \uninstall.exe”.
80
.
Check the details, followed by clicking [Next]
6
v
A printer model selection screen appears.
.
Setup
Select the printer to uninstall, and click [Next]
7
v
An uninstall information confirmation screen appears.
.
Check the details, followed by clicking [Finish]
8
v
To change a printer, click [Back].
Cautions:
v
Uninstall the USB printer drivers accordingly for each printer unit number.
v
An uninstallation complete screen appears.
Set the supplied CD-ROM into the computer
3
v
A card printer setup screen appears.
.
Memo:
v
If the CD-ROM drive of the computer is set to run automatically, the installer will be executed automatically. If the installer is not automatically initiated, double-click “SETUP.exe” in the CD-ROM.
v
If you are not using the “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program in the CD-ROM, start the uninstaller for the printer driver by double­clicking the following file in the CD-ROM: “English\LAN_Soft \uninstall.exe”.
.
Click [Finish]
9
v
Exits uninstallation.
Cautions:
v
To reinstall the printer driver, perform the installation procedures after restarting Windows.
Ethernet (LAN) Connection
Cautions:
v
Do not execute “Uninstall” if there are applications that are currently running.
v
If document printing is currently in progress, wait for all the jobs to complete.
Start up Windows
1
Connect the computer and printer using a LAN cable, and turn on
2
the power of the printer
Cautions:
v
Do not connect a USB cable to the printer.
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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.
Select the [Printer Driver] checkbox on the card printer setup screen
4
A Select the language to use from the [Language] pull-down menu
v
Selecting [Japanese] switches the program to the Japanese version.
v
Selecting [English] switches the program to the English version.
B Select [Ethernet connection] from [Interface]. C Select [Uninstall] under [Action], and select the [Printer Driver]
checkbox
Memo:
v
You can select the [Status Monitor] and [Electronic Manual] checkboxes to uninstall them simultaneously.
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Setup
Click [Next]
5
v
A [Delete the CX-7000 Ethernet printer] screen appears.
.
Check the details, followed by clicking [Next]
6
v
A printer model selection screen appears.
v
An uninstallation complete screen appears.
.
Click [Finish]
9
v
Exits uninstallation.
Cautions:
v
To reinstall the printer driver, perform the installation procedures after restarting Windows.
.
Select the printer to uninstall, and click [Next]
7
v
An uninstall information confirmation screen appears.
.
Check the details, followed by clicking [Finish]
8
v
To change a printer, click [Back].
Cautions:
v
In the case where multiple Ethernet (LAN) printer drivers are installed, the uninstaller deletes all of these printer drivers.
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Status Monitor
Uninstalling the Status Monitor
Cautions:
v
Do not execute “Uninstall” if there are applications that are currently running.
v
If document printing is currently in progress, wait for all the jobs to complete.
Exit the status monitor
1
Select [Uninstall Status Monitor] from [Start menu]
2
.
Memo:
v
If the [Register for start menu] checkbox is not selected during installation of the status monitor, delete using [Add or Remove Programs] in [Control Panel].
v
You can also perform uninstallation using the “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program.
"SETUP.exe" (A page 75)
v
A status monitor deletion confirmation screen appears.
Electronic Manual
Uninstalling the Electronic Manual
Exit the Electronic Manual
1
Select [Uninstall Electronic Manual] from [Start menu]
2
.
Memo:
v
If the [Register for start menu] checkbox is not selected during installation of the Electronic Manual, delete using [Add or Remove Programs] in [Control Panel].
v
You can also perform uninstallation using the “SETUP.exe” automatic execution program.
"SETUP.exe" (A page 79)
v
An Electronic Manual screen appears.
.
Click [OK]
3
v
An Electronic Manual deletion screen appears.
.
Click [OK]
3
v
Uninstallation starts, and a confirmation screen for deleting the setting file appears.
.
Click [Yes]
4
v
Deletes the setting file for the status monitor. If you do not want to delete it, click [No].
.
Click [Finish]
5
v
Exits uninstallation.
Click [Finish]
4
v
Exits uninstallation.
.
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CA.cer
PC1.pfx
CA.cer
PC2.pfx
CA.cer
Printer01.pfx
CA.cer
Printer01.pfx
Setup

IPSec

Setting Procedures
.
Certificate Authentication
A Request the “PC Certificate” from the certification authority. B The “PC Certificate” and “Certification Authority Certificate” are
issued by the certification authority. Install these on the PC.
C Request the “Printer Certificate” from the certification authority. D The “Printer Certificate” and “Certification Authority Certificate”
are issued by the certification authority. Install these on the PC.
E Export the “Printer Certificate” and save it in a file. F Export the “Certification Authority Certificate” and save it in a file. G Connect the printer via USB, and download the “Printer
Certificate” using the status monitor.
H Connect the printer via USB, and download the “Certification
Authority Certificate” using the status monitor.
I Connect the printer via the network (Ethernet), and enable IPSec
(IP Security) on the PC to start IPSec communication.
Memo:
v
Consult the network administrator regarding A to D above.
Preshared Key Authentication
A Connect the printer via USB, and download the “Preshared Key
File” using the status monitor.
B Connect the printer via the network (Ethernet), and enable IPSec
(IP Security) on the PC to start IPSec communication.
Preshared Key File
Cautions:
v
Operate IPSec (IP Security) on Windows by following the instructions of the network administrator for the location where the printer is installed.
v
Manage the “Preshared Key File” according to the instructions of the network administrator.
Start [IP Security Policy Management] under the MMC
1
(Management Console)
Open the [Edit Authentication Method Properties] of the policy for
2
which the preshared key is to be used
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preshared 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 status monitor.
v
ASCII characters that can be used for the preshared key of the printer are as follows. The maximum length is 255 characters.
Printer Certificate File
Cautions:
v
Operate IPSec (IP Security) on Windows by following the instructions of the network administrator for the location where the printer is installed.
v
Manage the “Printer Certificate File” according to the instructions of the network administrator.
v
There is an expiration date for the “Printer Certificate”. IPSec communication may fail or may not be encrypted successfully if an expired certificate is used.
Obtain the printer certificate from the certification authority, and
1
install it on the PC’s [Certificates (Local Computer)]
v
Obtain the printer certificate as an “exportable key”.
Start [Certificates (Local Computer)] under the MMC (Management
2
Console)
Open the Personal Store to export the printer certificate
3
Setup
.
Memo:
v
For procedures to set “Preshared Key Authentication” on the printer, refer to the section of the Status Monitor Settings.
"File settings required for preshared key authentication" (A page 116)
.
v
The format is “PKCS#12”. Make sure that you specify a password. The file is saved with the extension “.pfx”.
v
After saving, this file will be downloaded as the “Printer Certificate File” when setting “Certificate Authentication” using the status monitor.
v
ASCII characters that can be used for the password of the printer certificate of the printer are as follows. The maximum length is 255 characters.
.
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Setup
Memo:
v
For procedures to set “Certificate Authentication” on the printer, refer to the section of the Status Monitor Settings.
"File settings required for certificate authentication" (A page 116)
Certification Authority Certificate File
Cautions:
v
Operate IPSec (IP Security) on Windows by following the instructions of the network administrator for the location where the printer is installed.
v
Manage the “Certification Authority Certificate File” according to the instructions of the network administrator.
v
There is an expiration date for the “Certification Authority Certificate”. IPSec communication may fail or may not be encrypted successfully if an expired certificate is used.
Start [Certificates (Local Computer)] under the MMC (Management
1
Console)
Open the Certification Authorities Store, and export the same
2
“Certification Authority Certificate” as the printer certificate
.
v
The format is “DER encoded binary X509”. The file is saved with the extension “.cer”.
v
After saving, this file will be downloaded as the “Certification Authority Certificate File” when setting “Certificate Authentication” using the status monitor.
Memo:
v
For procedures to set “Certificate Authentication” on the printer, refer to the section of the Status Monitor Settings.
"File settings required for certificate authentication" (A page 116)
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Setup

Printer Driver Settings

m
"[Setup] Tab" (A page 87)
m
"[Print] Tab" (A page 87)
v
"[Printing area] Dialog Box" (A page 89)
v
"[Color] Dialog Box" (A page 90)
v
"[Look up table] Dialog Box" (A page 90)
v
"[Dither] Dialog Box" (A page 91)
v
"[UV ink] Dialog Box" (A page 91)
v
"[Printer settings] Dialog Box" (A page 94)
m
"[Encode] Tab" (A page 94)
m
"[Configuration] Tab" (A page 95)
m
"[Version] Tab" (A page 95)
Setting Example
"Example of Printer Setting" (A page 96) "Example of Encode Setting" (A page 102)
[Setup] Tab
.
m
Orientation
Settings for printing orientation.
v
Portrait
Print with the shorter edge of the card on top.
v
Landscape
Print with the longer edge of the card on top.
m
Number of copies
Number of copies to print. Enter a number up to 999.
m
Settings for turns over the card
Settings for the card turn over operation.
v
Turns over the card after loading
Selecting this checkbox turns over the card after it is loaded.
m
[Load...] button
Loads setting information from a specified file.
m
[Save...] button
Saves setting information to a specified file.
[Print] Tab
.
m
Print
Executes printing.
Checked : Executes printing.
Unchecked : Printing is not executed, but encoding can be
performed.
m
Print on both sides
Prints both sides of the card.
Unchecked : Prints one side of the card.
Checked : Prints both sides of the card.
m
Print the back side first
Prints the image on the back side first when printing on both sides of the card.
Unchecked : Starts printing from the image on the front side.
Checked : Starts printing from the image on the back side.
Memo:
The checkbox is enabled during double-sided printing.
m
Front side/Back side
Front side : Print settings for the front side of the card. Back side : Print settings for the back side of the card.
m
Print mode
Ink list. Specify the ink to use for printing.
v
1. YMC: Prints using the YMC ink.
v
2. K: Prints using the Resin K ink.
v
3. YMCK: Prints using the YMC ink and Resin K ink.
v
4. YMC+UV: Prints using the YMC ink. Prints data set in the [UV ink] dialog using the UV ink.
v
5. K+UV: Prints using the Resin K ink. Prints data set in the [UV ink] dialog using the UV ink.
v
6. YMCK+UV: Prints using the YMC ink and Resin K ink. Prints data set in the [UV ink] dialog using the UV ink.
Cautions:
v
Print error occurs if an ink that is not mounted to the printer is selected.
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m
Using of Resin K ink
For specifying the component to print using the Resin K ink.
v
Extraction
Prints the black color component on each page using the Resin K ink.
Only text:Prints only the black color text using the Resin K
All
With YMC ink
v
Page split
Prints all components on a specific page using the Resin K ink.
v
Security erase
Enables the Resin K security erase feature.
m
Rotate by 180
Prints the page upside down.
m
Enables the printing area
Enables the printing area of the peel-off ink and the area that is not printed by all (YMCKUV) inks. Set a value in the [Printing area] dialog.
Unchecked : Prints with the printing area disabled.
Checked : Prints with the preset printing area enabled.
v
[Settings...] button
Opens the [Printing area] dialog. "[Printing area] Dialog Box" (A page 89)
m
Enable the color adjustment
Adjusts the color. Set a value in the [Color] dialog.
Unchecked : Prints with color adjustment disabled.
Checked : Prints with the predetermined color adjustment
v
[Settings...] button
Opens the [Color] dialog. "[Color] Dialog Box" (A page 90)
m
Enable the look-up table
Uses the look-up table. Set a value in the [Look up table] dialog.
Unchecked : Prints with the look-up table disabled.
Checked : Prints with the preset look-up table enabled.
v
[Settings...] button
Opens the [Look up table] dialog. "[Look up table] Dialog Box" (A page 90)
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[Dither...] button
For specifying settings related to dithering. Set a value in the [Dither] dialog. "[Dither] Dialog Box" (A page 91)
Memo:
v
Selecting [2.K], [3.YMCK], [5.K+UV] or [6.YMCK+UV] in [Print mode] enables the [Dither...] button.
ink.
Prints all black color components using the Resin
:
K ink.
Prints the background of the specified black color
:
component using the YMC ink.
settings enabled.
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[UV ink...] button
For specifying settings related to UV ink print data. Set a value in the [UV ink] dialog. "[UV ink] Dialog Box" (A page 91)
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Selecting [4.YMC+UV], [5.K+UV] or [6.YMCK+UV] in [Print mode] enables the [UV ink...] button.
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Enable the printer settings
Enables the [Printer settings] dialog settings. Set the item in the [Printer settings] dialog.
Unchecked : Prints with the printer settings disabled.
Checked : Prints with the printer settings enabled.
Memo:
If the [Printer settings] checkbox in the [Configuration] tab is selected, the Enable the printer settings checkbox will also be automatically selected. "[Configuration] Tab" (A page 95)
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[Settings...] button
Opens the [Printer settings] dialog. "[Printer settings] Dialog Box" (A page 94)
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[Printing area] Dialog Box
Direction of card
movement
H
W
Y=0
X=0 About X=87.5
About Y=56.0
E1
E2
E3
> =
> =
E1
E2
E3
Settings related to the printing area using the peel-off ink or areas not to be printed using all YMCKUV inks.
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[Add] button
Registers the input data. You can enter up to 8 input data.
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[Delete] button
Deletes the information selected in the list.
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[Delete All] button
Deletes all registered information.
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Peeloff ink energy
Print density of the peel-off ink. Do not alter the following values.
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E1: 225
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E2: 160
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E3: 160
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Setting values
The following requirements must be satisfied.
Setup
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Rectangular region
Printing area information.
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X
X coordinate that indicates the start of the area. (Unit: mm).
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Y
Y coordinate that indicates the start of the area. (Unit: mm).
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W
Width of the printing area. (Unit: mm).
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H
Height of the printing area. (Unit: mm).
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Ink
Ink valid for the printing area.
The following values are recommended when peel-off printing is
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performed on the ISO magnetic stripe area of the card.
X
Y W H Ink Side
0 0 87.46 17.86 1. Peeloff 1. Front
0 0 87.46 21.42 2. YMCK 1. Front
Cautions:
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The input value of the textbox may differ from the value of the “Printing area information” portion by an accidental error in calculation.
Memo:
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The printing start position displayed on the application software may not coincide with the X=0, Y=0 position above. About 1 mm from the edge of the image is not printed on the card.
"The edge of the image is not printed" (A page 123)
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1. Peeloff: Area for printing using the peel-off ink.
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2. YMCK: Area not to be printed using all YMCKUV inks.
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Side
The side of the card for which the printing area is valid.
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1. Front: Front side
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2. Back: Back side
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Setup
[Color] Dialog Box
Settings related to color adjustment.
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Brightness
Brightness level.
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Contrast
Contrast level.
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Hue
Hue level.
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Gamma
Gamma level.
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[Default] button
Restores the settings to the default values.
[Look up table] Dialog Box
Settings related to the look-up table.
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Name
Registered name of the look-up table file. You can enter a name up to 30 characters.
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File
Look-up table file. Click the [Select] button to select a file.
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[Add] button
Registers the input data. You can enter up to 16 input data.
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[Delete]
Deletes the information selected in the list.
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[Delete All]
Deletes all registered information.
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File structure of the look-up table
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Data format of the file is CSV (Comma Separated Values).
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Delimiter character is comma (ASCII character code: 0x2c) or LF (Line Feed = ASCII character code: 0x0A).
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There is a total of 1024 fields. This is comprised of four planes, each containing 256 fields.
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The planes are arranged in the order of yellow, magenta, cyan, and black colors.
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The value of each field ranges between 0 and 255.
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Setup
[Dither] Dialog Box
Settings related to dithering.
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Cautions:
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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].
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Image adjustment
Image adjustment value.
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Dark: Darkens the printed image after dithering.
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0: Default value.
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Light: Brightens the printed image after dithering.
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[Default] button
Restores the settings to the default values.
[UV ink] Dialog Box
Settings related to the data to be printed using the UV ink. Settings for the [MAC address position] and [Number of panels using the retransfer film] can be specified in this section.
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Cautions:
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This setting is enabled only when the [Print mode] item of the [Print] tab is specified as [4.YMC+UV], [5.K+UV] or [6.YMCK+UV].
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Front side/Back side
Front side: Settings for the front side of the card. Back side: Settings for the back side of the card.
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Extraction
Prints the following color component on each page using the UV ink. "Priority of printing data" (A page 92)
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Text
Prints the text of a specified color using the UV ink with maximum density. White and black colors cannot be selected.
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File
Prints the image files registered in the [File information] list using the UV ink.
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Page split
Prints all components on a specific page using the UV ink with 256 gradation. Page split is divided in the order of YMC ink, Resin K ink and UV ink. "Page number for the printed document and page split settings" (A page 92)
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No printing color
Selected color is not printed using the UV ink.
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The background of the UV ink image is specified here. Paint the background of the image with a specific color such as by using a graphic software. Select the background color carefully, as any color in the image that is the same as the background color will not be printed.
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The color selected here does not influence the colors specified in [Extraction]-[Text]. Even when the same color is selected, the text in that color will be printed.
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MAC address position
The network (Ethernet) MAC address of the printer is printed at the following specified position using the UV ink.
A Upper Right:
Upper right position
B Lower Left:
Lower left position
"MAC Address Position" (A page 92)
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1234-5678-90AB
1234-5678-90AB
A
C
B
D
Setup
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File information
Settings related to the image file to be printed using the UV ink.
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This setting is enabled when [Extraction]-[File] for the front side or back side is specified.
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Name
Registered name of the image file. You can enter a name up to 30 characters.
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File
Image file. Click the [Select] button to select a file. "Windows Bitmap File Format" (A page 93)
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X
X coordinate where printing of the image file starts. (Unit: mm). When [Orientation] inside the [Setup] tab is set to [Landscape], the value is 0.00 to 87.4. When [Portrait] is set, the value is 0.00 to 55.9. Data outside the printing area is not printed.
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Y
Y coordinate where printing of the image file starts. (Unit: mm). When [Orientation] inside the [Setup] tab is set to [Landscape], the value is 0.00 to 55.9. When [Portrait] is set, the value is 0.00 to 87.4. Data outside the printing area is not printed.
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Side
The side of the card for which the printing area is valid.
Page Number for the Printed Document and Page Split Settings
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When [Page split] is not set, UV ink data is extracted from the YMC ink data, or the UV ink image file is used.
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1. Front: Front side
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2. Back: Back side
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[Add] button
Registers the input data. You can enter up to 8 input data.
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[Delete] button
Deletes the information selected in the list.
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[Delete All] button
Deletes all registered information.
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Number of panels using the retransfer film
Number of retransfer film panels to be used.
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Auto: Automatically prints one panel of the retransfer film when the data of other ink types does not overlap with the UV ink printing position.
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1 panel: Always prints one panel of the retransfer film. When the data of other ink types overlaps with the UV ink printing position, the data of the ink types will be adjusted.
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2 panels: Always prints two panels of the retransfer film.
"Number of retransfer film panels during printing" (A page 93)
Priority of printing data
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An extracted text has a higher priority than an image file, and is always printed on the top.
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The image files are processed in the order of registration. When there is overlap in the printing areas, the older data will be overwritten by the data of the image file that is registered later.
MAC Address Position
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In the case of UV ink printing, the printer always prints the MAC address.
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The printing position of the MAC address can be set separately for the front and back sides using the printer driver. The two positions below can be selected.
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[Landscape] Orientation
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A MAC address printing position when [Upper Right] is selected B MAC address printing position when [Lower Left] is selected C (X=0, Y=0) D (X = approx. 87.5 mm, Y = approx. 56.0 mm), (X = 1035 pixel,
Y = 663 pixel)
MAC
Address
Printing
Position
AUpper Right
BLower Left
StartingXStartingYWidth Height
64.69 mm 1.52 mm 19.47 mm
764 pixel 18 pixel 230
2.88 mm
34 pixel
pixel
3.56 mm 51.73 mm 19.47 mm
42 pixel 611 pixel 230
2.88 mm
34 pixel
pixel
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B
C
A
1234-5678-90AB
1234-5678-90AB
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[Portrait] Orientation
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A MAC address printing position when [Upper Right] is selected B MAC address printing position when [Lower Left] is selected C (X=0, Y=0)
MAC
StartingXStartingYWidth Height
Address
Printing
Position
AUpper Right
51.82 mm 64.69 mm 2.88 mm
612 pixel 764 pixel 34 pixel 230
BLower Left
1.61 mm 3.56 mm 2.88 mm
19 pixel 42 pixel 34 pixel 230
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The above printing position setting for the MAC address is always effective regardless of the printer unit settings. The above measurements show the relative position from the starting point of the image. As such, the actual printing position on the card may be slightly different from the abovementioned measurements.
Memo:
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The printing start position displayed on the application software may not coincide with the X=0, Y=0 position above. About 1 mm from the edge of the image is not printed on the card.
"The edge of the image is not printed" (A page 123)
Windows Bitmap File Format
The following Windows bitmap file formats (*.BMP) are supported.
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Monochrome/Black & white
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Bit(s): 1
Normally, white color is printed using the UV ink with maximum density. When white color is selected in [No printing color], black color is printed using the UV ink with maximum density.
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2 colors
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Bit(s): 1
Prints using the UV ink with 256 gradation in accordance with the color palette. If any of the colors in the color palette is specified in [No printing color], other colors that are not specified are printed using the UV ink with maximum density.
19.47 mm
pixel
19.47 mm
pixel
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256 colors
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Bit(s): 8
Prints using the UV ink with 256 gradation in accordance with the color palette.
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32768 colors
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Bit(s): 15
Prints using the UV ink with 256 gradation. Only the “(MSB) GGGBBBBB-XRRRRRGG(LSB)” format is supported.
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24 bits
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Bit(s): 24
Prints using the UV ink with 256 gradation.
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32 bits
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Bit(s): 32
Prints using the UV ink with 256 gradation.
Number of retransfer film panels during printing
Printing
Data
Printing
None Print in 1 panels Print in 2 data that overlaps with the UV ink data
YMC
Ink
outside the MAC address printing area
K
Ink
Printing
None Print in 1 panels Print in 2 data inside the MAC address area
YMC
Ink
K
Ink
UV
Ink
The target printing data is compared in units of pixels to determine whether there is any overlap. Priority is given to the “Print in 2 panels” setting.
[Number of panels using the retransfer
film] Setting
1 Panel Auto 2 Panels
panels
Print in 1
Print in 2 panels panels * The YMC ink is not printed at areas where it overlaps with the UV ink.
Print in 1
Print in 2 panels panels * The UV ink is not printed at areas where it overlaps with the K ink.
panels
Print in 1
Print in 2 panels panels * Does not print using the
Print in 2 panels
YMCK ink.
Prints the MAC address only
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16 colors
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Bit(s): 4
Prints using the UV ink with 256 gradation in accordance with the color palette.
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Setup
[Printer settings] Dialog Box
Settings related to the printer. Select the checkbox for the setting item to enable, followed by specifying a value. Doing so prints the data using the set values. When the setting is not enabled, data is printed using the preset values of the printer unit.
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YMC ink print level
Print density of the YMC ink. Use the [+] values to increase, and [-] values to decrease the density.
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Resin K ink print level
Print density of the Resin K ink. Use the [+] values to increase, and [-] values to decrease the density.
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UV ink print level
Print density of the UV ink. Use the [+] values to increase, and [-] values to decrease the density.
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Peel off ink print level
Print density of the peel-off ink. Use the [+] values to increase, and [-] values to decrease the density.
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Resin K ink print mode
Print quality of the Resin K ink. Selecting [Fine] enhances the printing quality, but slows down the printing speed.
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MG peel mode
When a magnetic encoder unit is installed, selecting [MG Stripe] optimizes the peeling operation of retransfer films for magnetic stripe cards.
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Standby mode
Specify a position when a laminator is connected. This is used for setting the standby position of the card during double­sided printing until the laminator is ready. [Front wait] is selected by default.
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Back side cooling
This setting is only valid during double-sided printing. Setting this item may help to reduce card bend during double-sided printing. However, the printing time may also be affected.
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Retransfer
Settings related to retransfer. Click on the corresponding square to change the value. Setting a value toward the top right end increases the transfer force. However, the stronger heat also increases the deformation of the card.
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Temperature
Temperature of the retransfer heating roller.
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Speed
Retransfer speed.
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UV speed
Setting for printing the retransfer film in two panels when UV ink is used. It is used to set the speed of the retransfer heating roller during retransfer of the UV ink. This setting helps to increase the retransfer speed without affecting the quality of the UV print.
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Bend remedy
Settings related to bend remedy. Click on the corresponding square to change the value. Setting a value toward the top right end increases the bend remedy force. However, the stronger heat may have a greater impact on the card. To disable bend remedy, select the [Disable] button.
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Temperature
Temperature of the bend remedy heating roller.
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Speed
Bend remedy speed.
Cautions:
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The optimal retransfer and bend remedy settings vary according to the card type as well as environment in which the printer is used. Adjust the setting according to the actual environment.
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If the retransfer or bend remedy settings are different from the preset temperature of the printer, it may take a while before printing starts.
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There is only one standard retransfer temperature. Altering the retransfer temperature on one side changes the temperature on the other side.
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Bend remedy is effective when printing on only one side. Setting bend remedy to a high temperature during double-sided printing may cause the card to deform significantly. As such, select the [Disable] button during double-sided printing.
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When bend remedy is disabled using the [Disable] button, the speed is automatically set to the maximum value of [+2].
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The stronger the bend remedy force, the less glossy the surface of the remedy side will be.
[Encode] Tab
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Setup
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IC
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Non-contact IC encode
Allows writing of data to a non-contact IC.
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Contact IC encode
Allows writing of data to a contact IC.
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Turns over the card after IC encoding
Turns over the card after writing data to the non-contact/contact IC.
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Magnetic
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Magnetic encode
Allows writing of data to the magnetic stripe.
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Turns over the card after MG encoding
Turns over the card after writing data to the magnetic stripe.
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Write Retry
For setting the maximum number of retries when writing to or reading of the magnetic stripe fails. When the [Default] is selected, the retry counter uses the preset value of the printer.
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Coercivity
Coercivity of the magnetic stripe card. When the [Default] is selected, the coercivity uses the preset value of the printer.
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Starts from magnetic encoding
Unchecked : Encodes in the ICNMagnetic sequence.
Checked : Encodes in the MagneticNIC sequence.
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Prints after encoding
Unchecked : Starts printing while encoding is in progress.
Checked : Starts printing after encoding is complete.
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Optional configuration
For specifying whether the options are installed.
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Turn over unit
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Bend remedy unit
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Non-contact IC encoder
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ISO Contact IC encoder
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JIS Contact IC encoder
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ISO Magnetic encoder
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JIS Magnetic encoder
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Laminator
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Enable the settings
Permits or forbids the [Enable the printer settings] functions in the [Print] tab.
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Printer settings
Unchecked : Forbids the [Enable the printer settings] functions in
the [Print] tab.
Checked : Permits the [Enable the printer settings] functions in
the [Print] tab.
"Enable the printer settings" (A page 88)
Cautions:
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When a user logs in with administrator authority (Administrators group), the [Configuration] settings can be specified. If a user logs in without administrator authority, the [Configuration] settings appear in the read-only mode, and they cannot be specified.
[Version] Tab
Displays the version and copyright information.
[Configuration] Tab
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Memo:
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These settings can be altered only when the user logs into the printer driver settings page with administrator authority (Administrators group). This tab is displayed in the read-only mode when a user without administrator authority logs in.
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Setup
Example of Printer Setting
Single-sided Printing (Landscape)
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Application software
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Graphic: colored
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Text: black
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Printer
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Graphic: YMC ink
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Text: YMC ink + Resin K ink
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Single-sided Printing (Portrait)
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Setup
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Application software
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Graphic: colored
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Text: black
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Printer
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Graphic: YMC ink
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Text: Resin K ink
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Setup
Double-sided Printing (Default)
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Application software
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Graphic: colored
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Text: black
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Printer
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Graphic: YMC ink
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Text: YMC ink + Resin K ink
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Double-sided Printing (Single-side Lamination)
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Setup
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Application software
Page 1
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Graphic: colored
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Text: colored
Page 2
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Graphic: black
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Text: black
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Printer
Front side
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Graphic: YMC ink
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Text: YMC ink
Back side
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Graphic: Resin K ink
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Text: Resin K ink
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Memo:
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If page 2 is set as colored, printing is performed using the Resin K ink after dithering is complete.
"[Dither] Dialog Box" (A page 91)
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Setup
Single-sided UV Printing
Clicking [UV Ink...] opens the [UV Ink] dialog box.
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Application software
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Graphic: colored
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Text: black
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Printer
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Graphic: YMC ink
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Text: YMC ink + Resin K ink
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UV1.bmp: UV ink
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MAC address: UV ink
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