DataCard SD260L - Chapter 2: Elements of Card Design; Basic Card Design

SD260L/SD360/SD460 Installation and Administrator’s Guide 19
Chapter 2: Elements of Card
Design
Card design is the name given to the combined features of the processed
cards. An organization can have multiple card designs.
This chapter provides the following information about card design:
 Basic Card Design
 Printing Design on page 20
 Magnetic Stripe Design on page 31
 Smart Card Design on page 33
 Settings for Card Design in Printer Manager on page 35
Basic Card Design
Card design includes:
 Color and monochrome printing.
 The various types of data, such as
name, account number, and special
features such as a magnetic stripe or
smart card chip.
 The layout of the data.
 Optional lamination for enhanced wear
protection and security (laminating
systems only).
 Optional ultraviolet (UV) printing for enhanced security.
Back of Card
Magnetic Stripe
Signature Panel
Front of Card
Printed Topcoat
Smart Card Chip
Photo
Bar Code