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Evolis Elypso User Manual

Evolis Elypso
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USER GUIDE
Evolis Card Printer © 2013. All rights reserved. March 2013.
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Evolis Elypso Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCard printer
Print TechnologyDye-sublimation
Print Resolution300 dpi
Print Speed (Color)150 cards/hour
Card Capacity (Input)100 cards
Memory128 MB
Weight3.5 kg
Card TypesPVC, PET, ABS
Card Dimensions85.6 x 54 mm
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet
Encoding OptionsMagnetic stripe, Smart card
Operating System CompatibilityWindows, Mac, Linux
Power Supply100-240 V AC, 50-60 Hz
Card Thickness0.76 mm

Summary

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Unpacking Procedures and Packaging

Instructions for unpacking, handling packaging, and warranty implications.

Printer Connection Guide

Power Supply Connection

Steps for connecting the printer to the power supply, including safety.

USB Cable Connection Timing

Guidance on when to connect the USB cable relative to driver installation.

Ribbon Installation

Fitting the Ribbon Cartridge

Step-by-step instructions for inserting a ribbon into the printer.

Card Loading

Card Loading Procedure

Instructions on how to insert cards into the manual feeder.

Card Handling and Ejection

Managing Ejected Cards and Thickness

Procedures for removing printed cards and adjusting card thickness.

Print Driver Installation

Print Driver Installation Steps

Guide to installing the printer driver from the CD, including warnings.

Managing Printer Settings

Using Evolis Print Center

Introduction to the Evolis Print Center application for managing settings.

Card Printing Process

Card Printing Setup in Word

Guide to configuring card layout and settings in Microsoft Word.

Installing Double-sided Printing

Installing the Activation Key

Procedure to install the double-sided printing activation key.

Network Connection Options

Ethernet and Wi-Fi Setup

Information on connecting the printer to a network via Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

Routine Cleaning Procedures

Cleaning Schedule and Warnings

Recommended cleaning cycles and warnings regarding warranty voidance.

Routine Cleaning Steps

Advanced Cleaning Procedures

Print Head Servicing

Print Head Cleaning Procedure

Recommended steps and precautions for cleaning the print head.

Print Head Cleaning Steps

Advanced Cleaning Details

Servicing the Print Head with Pen

Printer Status Indicator Meanings

Error and Cleaning Status Interpretation

Diagnosis and Test Card Printing

Troubleshooting Printing Issues

Resolving "Nothing Prints" Issues

Steps to troubleshoot when the printer does not print anything.

Troubleshooting Poor Print Quality

Troubleshooting Partial Printing

Resolving Card Jams

Card Jam Removal and Prevention

Procedures for removing jammed cards and preventing future jams.

Print Head Replacement

Removing the Defective Print Head

Defective Print Head Removal Steps

Detailed instructions for safely removing the old print head.

Installing the New Print Head

New Print Head Installation Process

Step-by-step guide for installing and connecting the new print head.

Post-Replacement Configuration and Cleaning

Configuration and Cleaning After Installation

Steps to configure the new print head and perform necessary cleaning.

Updating Printer Firmware

Firmware Update Procedure

Instructions for downloading and installing printer firmware updates.

Updating the Print Driver

Print Driver Update Procedure

Steps for downloading and installing updated printer drivers.

Technical Support

Technical Specifications Details

Appendix C: Encoding Options

Magnetic Stripe Encoding Details

Configuring Magnetic Encoding

Contact Smartcard Encoding

Contactless Smartcard Encoding

Appendix D: Consumables and Accessories

Cards and Cleaning Accessories

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