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General| Print Technology | Dye-sublimation / Resin thermal transfer |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 300 dpi |
| Card Sizes | CR-80, CR-79 adhesive back |
| Memory | 32 MB RAM |
| Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz |
| Card Capacity | 200 cards input hopper, 100 cards output hopper |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Ethernet |
| Operating Systems | Windows 7, 8, 10, Server 2008, 2012, 2016 |
| Weight | 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 9.8" H x 9.2" D / 249 mm H x 234 mm D |
| Operating Temperature | 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% (non-condensing) |
| Card Thickness | 0.009" - 0.040" / 0.229 mm - 1.016 mm |
Details regulatory compliances, agency listings, and environmental standards for the printer.
Lists emissions standards and safety standards for regulatory compliance.
Outlines FCC rules compliance for the device in the US.
States compliance with Canadian standards for digital apparatus.
Explains environmental protection use period based on office environment.
Provides RF emissions and safety statements in Traditional Chinese.
Presents safety information and guidelines in Simplified Chinese.
Critical instructions for safety purposes, highlighting danger and caution.
Details technical specifications like print method, resolution, colors, and ribbon options.
Describes functional specifications including printer components and ribbon types.
Explains the dye-sublimation and resin thermal transfer printing methods using ribbons.
Lists available ribbon types and their respective print counts for the DTC4500.
Details card size and surface requirements for optimal printing.
Describes UltraCard brand cards, their quality, and configurations.
Guidelines for selecting an optimal location for the printer, considering air circulation.
Advises on preventing moisture condensation inside the printer.
Instructions for unpacking the printer and checking included accessories.
Explains how to install the print ribbon cartridge into the DTC4500 printer.
Step-by-step guide for installing the ribbon cartridge into the ribbon drawer.
Guides on installing blank cards into the printer's card hopper.
Instructions on how to use the dual card hopper configuration for loading cards.
Procedure for setting the correct card size for CR79 and CR80 cards in the printer.
Step-by-step instructions for connecting the printer's power supply.
Instructions on how to install the DTC4500 printer driver.
Guidance on installing the Swift ID application for badge creation.
Steps to install the Swift ID application using the InstallAware Wizard.
Procedure for installing the printer when connected to a network.
Instructions for connecting the printer via USB and using Swift ID.
Steps to uninstall the Swift ID application and its related components.
Explains how to use the Card tab in printer preferences for card setup.
Details how to access and use the Toolbox options within printer preferences.
Describes how to use the Configuration tab for optional features and languages.
Explains the Event Monitoring group box for low supplies notifications.
Procedure for calibrating the laminator module using the printer driver.
Instructions for calibrating the ribbon sensor via the printer driver.
Steps to initiate the printer cleaning routine from the driver.
Overview of the Advanced Settings tab for customizing printer firmware settings.
How to use the Image Calibrate tab to position the printable area on the card.
Explains options for controlling the magnetic stripe encoding process.
Details how to modify encoding mode and coercivity for ISO standards.
How to change magnetic track options for custom or raw binary encoding.
Displays track locations and sample strings for ISO magnetic stripe encoding.
How to send magnetic track data using specific characters for differentiation.
Provides a table of ASCII codes and their corresponding characters.
Instructions for using the Lamination tab in printer preferences.
How to omit printing or block out areas for signature or magnetic stripe.
Controls where the resin black (K) panel of a full-color ribbon is printed.
View information on ribbon, laminate, card count, serial number, and firmware.
Overview of the optional Card Lamination Module and its operation.
Guidelines for selecting an optimal location for the lamination module.
Advice on preventing moisture condensation within the lamination module.
Step-by-step guide for installing laminate rolls into the lamination module.
How to adjust the lamination placement using the placement adjustment knob.
Methods to create custom fluorescent images using the YMCFKO ribbon.
Process to create fluorescent images using text string commands in badge application software.
Describes the sequence of printer operations to aid in troubleshooting.
Explains the printer's buttons and status indicators for error messages.
Guide on how to use the error message table to troubleshoot printer issues.
Lists common error messages, their causes, and solutions for troubleshooting.
Critical instructions for safety purposes, highlighting danger and caution.
Details the supplies included in the cleaning kit for printer maintenance.
Step-by-step procedure for cleaning the printer's printhead.
Procedure for cleaning the platen and card feed rollers for consistent print quality.
How to clean dust and contaminants from inside the printer.
Instructions for cleaning the printer's exterior casing.
Requirements and steps to upgrade the printer's firmware.
How to contact HID Global Technical Support for assistance with the card printer.
Advice on positioning devices and having information ready for support.
Explains how to determine the printer's manufacturing date from its serial number.
Procedure to define specific areas for printing with K Panel or Overlay/Print Area.
How to configure fluorescent data using the Fargo Workbench utility.
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