DataCard SP55 User Manual

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SP Series Install e-Guide
Changing the type of printer connected
The Smart Driver™ supports SP35 printers, SP55 printers, SP75 printers, Select printers (Platinum Series or with
Advanced Imaging Technology), Magna printers (Platinum Series or with Advanced Imaging Technology), and
ImageCard IV printers. Each of these groups is considered a printer type.
• After the printer and PC are communicating, the printer type will change automatically.
• If another printer is connected to a USB port, the operating system detects the new printer and starts the Add/
Detected New Hardware wizard.
• On the Windows XP operating system, the operating system might detect the changed printer and display the
Add/Detect New Hardware wizard. Follow the wizard. If the wizard displays a message indicating that it cannot
find the ds.ppd file, browse the Windows\system32 directory on the hard disk to find the file.
This feature is designed for use in limited situations, such as connecting a backup printer when the main printer is
out of service.
Operating tips for changing the type of printer
• The Properties or Printing Preferences dialog box includes a Printer Type setting. In addition, the Printer
Toolbox displays the type of printer connected.
• You must set the Printer Type on the Client PC for a shared printer. The driver on a Client PC cannot
communicate directly with the printer and so cannot determine the type of printer connected.

DataCard SP55 Specifications

General

Print Technology	Dye Sublimation
Print Resolution	300 dpi
Print Capabilities	Full-color, monochrome
Card Capacity	100 cards (input hopper), 30 cards (output hopper)
Card Sizes	CR80 (85.6 mm x 54 mm / 3.375" x 2.125")
Connectivity	USB
Power Requirements	100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Operating System Support	Windows 7, 8, 10