EasyManua.ls Logo

DataCard SR300

DataCard SR300
138 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Loading...
Datacard
®
SR200 & SR300 Card Printers
and LM200 & LM300 Laminators
User’s Guide
March 2014
Part No. 527473-001, Rev. A

Table of Contents

Other manuals for DataCard SR300

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the DataCard SR300 and is the answer not in the manual?

DataCard SR300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print Resolution300 dpi
InterfaceUSB 2.0, Ethernet
Dimensions21.5 in L x 10.5 in W x 13.0 in H / 54.6 cm L x 26.7 cm W x 33.0 cm H
Weight28 lbs / 12.7 kg
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet
Print TechnologyDye sublimation
Card Capacity100 cards
Print CapabilitiesSingle-sided, Dual-sided
Card Thickness0.030 in - 0.040 in / 0.76 mm - 1.01 mm
Operating System SupportWindows 7, 8, 10, Server 2008, 2012
Encoding OptionsMagnetic stripe, Smart card
Card Output Capacity30 cards (standard output hopper)
Operating System CompatibilityWindows 7, 8, 10, Server 2008, 2012

Summary

Compliance Statements

Notice for USA

FCC notice regarding Class A computing devices and potential interference.

Notice for Canada

Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standards and compliance.

Notice for Europe

EU Declaration of Conformity for EMC, R&TTE, and RoHS directives.

Notice for China

Warning about potential radio interference in residential environments.

Safety

Regulatory Compliance

Notice for Taiwan

Warning about potential radio interference in residential environments.

Notice for Japan

VCCI Class A statement for interference control.

California Proposition 65 Compliance

Warning regarding chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects.

Revision Log

Chapter 1: Introduction

About This Manual

Details instructions for operating the SR200/SR300 printers and LM200/LM300 laminators.

Related Documentation

Lists other relevant manuals for installation and software usage.

Whom to Call for Assistance

Contact information for Datacard-authorized dealers or the Customer Care Center.

About the Card Printers

Explains retransfer printing technology, ribbon types, and SR200/SR300 capabilities.

The Front and Right Side of the Card Printer

Identifies external components of the SR200/SR300 card printer.

The Back of the Card Printer

Identifies rear ports and labels of the SR200/SR300 card printer.

The Inside and Left Side of the Card Printer

Identifies internal components and access points of the SR200/SR300 card printer.

Card Printer LCD Panel

Explains the display elements and indicators on the printer's LCD panel.

About the Laminators

Describes LM200/LM300 laminators, their function, and film cartridge loading.

The Front and Rear of the Laminator

Identifies external components of the LM200/LM300 laminator.

The Left and Right Sides of the Laminator

Identifies side components and ports of the LM200/LM300 laminator.

The Inside of the Laminator

Identifies internal components and access points for laminate film cartridges.

Laminator Operator Panel

Explains the status lights and operator button on the laminator.

Chapter 2: Using the Printer and Laminator

Loading Supplies

Instructions for loading cards, ink ribbon, and retransfer film.

Powering On Devices

Procedures for checking connections and powering on printer and laminator.

Printing Cards Using ID Software

Steps for printing cards using Datacard ID software.

Printing Cards From a PC Application

Steps for printing cards from general PC applications.

Before You Begin

Prepares for card printing and laminating, including setup and testing.

Removing the Card Hopper and Cards

Steps to remove the card hopper for storage, adjustment, or cleaning.

Adjusting Card Thickness

How to set the printer to use cards of different thicknesses.

Loading an Ink Ribbon

Step-by-step guide to loading a new ink ribbon cartridge.

Loading Retransfer Film

Step-by-step guide to loading a new retransfer film cartridge.

Loading Top-Side Laminate Film

Instructions for loading the top-side laminate film cartridge.

Loading Bottom-Side Laminate Film

Instructions for loading the bottom-side laminate film cartridge.

Powering On

Checking the PC Connection

Ensures proper connection between the printer, PC, and power source.

Checking the Laminator Connection

Verifies alignment and connection of the laminator to the printer.

Powering On the Laminator

Steps to power on the laminator before powering on the printer.

Powering On the Printer

Steps to power on the printer and its initialization process.

Initializing the Ink Ribbon and Retransfer Film

Steps to initialize the ribbon and film after installation or sleep mode.

Chapter 3: Printer and Laminator Settings

Printing Properties

Explains how to access and configure printer properties.

Printing Preferences

Details how to access and configure printing preferences.

Using the Status Monitor

How to use the Status Monitor for bidirectional communication and setting changes.

Using the LCD Panel Menus

How to navigate and use the printer's LCD panel menus for status and settings.

Laminator Status and Settings

Displays and adjusts laminator status and settings.

Security Lock Tab

Manages the password-protected electronic lock for printer access.

Chapter 4: Maintaining Your Printer and Laminator

Clean the Printer

Procedures for cleaning printer components.

Cleaning the Card Feed Rollers and Heat Roller

Procedure to clean card feed rollers and heat roller in printer.

Cleaning the Magnetic Head

How to clean the magnetic head when using magnetic stripe cards.

Clean the Laminator

Procedures for cleaning laminator components.

Preparing the Printer and Laminator for Transport

Steps for packaging and preparing the printer/laminator for moving.

Chapter 5: Magnetic Stripe Encoding

Inline Encoding

How data is sent to the printer for magnetic stripe encoding.

SR200 & SR300 Escape Characters

Defines prefix characters and data formats for encoding.

Character Code Table

Displays usable ASCII character codes for encoding data.

Start and End Sentinels

Characters used to mark the start and end of sentinel data.

Chapter 6: Error Recovery and Messages

Recovering from printer errors

General procedures for resolving printer error conditions.

Clearing a Hopper Jam

Steps to remove a card jam from the printer's hopper section.

Clearing a Transfer Jam

Steps to remove a card jam from the printer's card feed rollers.

Clearing a Turnover Jam

Steps to remove a card jam from the printer's card turnover section.

Clearing a Retransfer Section Jam

Steps to remove a card jam from the printer's retransfer section.

Recovering from laminator errors

General procedures for resolving laminator error conditions.

Clearing a Card Jam

Steps to remove card jams from the laminator's entrance, middle, or discharge areas.

Adjusting the Patch Position

Changes left-to-right or top-to-bottom patch position. Includes front-to-back adjustment.

Printer LCD Messages

Table of messages displayed on the printer LCD panel and their solutions.

Laminator LCD Messages

Table of messages displayed on the laminator LCD panel and their solutions.

Chapter 7: Supplies

Ink Ribbon, Retransfer Film, and Laminator Material

Information on ordering ink ribbons, retransfer film, and laminator materials.

Cards

Specifications and quality guidelines for card stock.

Cleaning Supplies

Lists recommended cleaning supplies for the printer and laminator.

Appendix A: Status Monitor Messages

Status Monitor Messages

Describes how errors are displayed on the Status Monitor and LCD panel.

Status Monitor Messages (Boxed Messages)

Lists messages displayed in Status Monitor message boxes and their solutions.

Status Monitor Messages (Driver Errors)

Lists errors detected by the printer driver and displayed in message boxes.

Appendix B: Site Requirements and Specifications

Site and Usage Guidelines

Guidelines for choosing a site and using the printer/laminator.

Operating Environment

Recommended temperature and humidity for optimal performance.

Printer Specifications

Technical specifications for the SR200/SR300 card printers.

Laminator Specifications

Technical specifications for the LM200/LM300 laminators.

Related product manuals