Fargo C50 Configuration Guide

Chapter 3
June 2014 PLT-01277, Version: 1.2
Hardware User Interface
The Card Printer has two hardware user-interface features: buttons and beeps.
3.1 Using the Card Printer Buttons
Card Printer Buttons
The card printer has two buttons that perform multiple functions. The light color of the buttons is blue,
except when there is an error condition, which will be indicated in red.
3.1.1 Using the Power Button
The Power button initiates or interrupts electrical power to the printer.
• To start up the printer, press the Power button once. The buttons illuminate with a steady blue
light.
• To deactivate the printer, press the Power button twice. The lighted buttons extinguish and
become dark.
• The Power button also moves cards to the left along the card track toward the output hopper.
Press the Power button to clear jammed cards.
3.1.2 Using the Pause/Resume Button
The Pause/Resume button enables the user to temporarily stop and continue the print process.
• To suspend printing, press the Pause/Resume button once. When printing stops, the button
changes from steady to blinking.
• To continue printing, press the Pause/Resume button once again. The button returns to a steady
glow.

Fargo C50 Specifications

General

Print Technology	Dye-Sublimation / Resin Thermal Transfer
Resolution	300 dpi
Connectivity	USB 2.0
Print Speed	24 seconds per card (YMCKO)
Card Capacity	30 card output hopper
Card Size	CR-80 (3.375" x 2.125")
Dimensions	13.7" W
Weight	7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)
Operating System Compatibility	Windows 7, 8, 10