What to do if my Fargo DTC550 Printer says 'CARD HOPPER EMPTY'?
If your Fargo Printer displays the message 'CARD HOPPER EMPTY', it means the card hopper is empty. To resolve this, load more cards into the hopper and then press RESUME to continue printing.
What to do if my Fargo DTC550 Printer says 'CARD HOPPER LIFT'?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'CARD HOPPER LIFT', it means the card hopper is unable to raise or lower. To resolve this, clear any obstructions and close the hopper door. Then, press RESUME to continue.
How to fix a 'CARD JAM: SMART' error on my Fargo DTC550?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'CARD JAM: SMART', it indicates a card is jammed in the smart card encoding area. Clear the jam according to the steps in the Troubleshooting section of the User Guide.
What does 'HOPPER 1 EMPTY' mean on my Fargo DTC550?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'HOPPER 1 EMPTY', it means Card Hopper 1 has run out of cards. The printer will continue printing from Hopper 2. Refill Hopper 1 when convenient.
What does 'WRONG RIBBON TYPE' mean for my Fargo DTC550 Printer, and how do I correct it?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'WRONG RIBBON TYPE', it means the print ribbon installed in the printer does not match the ribbon type selected in the printer driver. To fix this, change either the ribbon or the printer driver settings accordingly.
What does 'CARD FEED STOPPED' mean on my Fargo Printer?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'CARD FEED STOPPED', it means the ribbon access arm was opened, which caused the card transfer to stop. Press RESUME or CANCEL to proceed.
What does 'MAG ENCODER PAUSED' mean on my Fargo DTC550?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'MAG ENCODER PAUSED', it means the head arm assembly has been opened during magnetic encoding, causing this operation to halt. Press RESUME to retry, or CANCEL to abort.
What to do if my Fargo DTC550 displays 'CALIBRATE RIBBON'?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'CALIBRATE RIBBON', it means the print ribbon is out of calibration. Select CANCEL and then perform the ribbon calibration procedure according to the steps in the Troubleshooting section of the User Guide.
What to do if my Fargo Printer displays 'CALIB HOPPER SENSOR'?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'CALIB HOPPER SENSOR', it means the input hopper cards-out sensor needs to be calibrated. To calibrate it, go to MENU>SETUP PRINTER>SENSOR CALIBRATION>CAL HOPPER SENSOR and press SELECT.
How to fix a 'CARD JAM: FLIPPER' error on my Fargo DTC550 Printer?
If your Fargo Printer displays 'CARD JAM: FLIPPER', it means a card is jammed in the card flipping area. Clear the jam according to the steps in the Troubleshooting section of the User Guide.
Provides essential safety information and warnings for printer installation and operation.
Explains how to effectively navigate and utilize the DTC550 User Guide for quick lookup of procedures and components.
Outlines the technical specifications of the DTC550, including card sizes, thickness, types, and dimensions.
Describes the Dye-Sublimation and Resin Thermal Transfer printing technologies used by the DTC550 for image quality.
Identifies and describes the printer's LCD display and softkey buttons for user interaction and status monitoring.
Provides guidelines for choosing a suitable location and setting up the printer, considering environmental factors.
Details the step-by-step process for installing the DTC550 printer driver and associated software.
Guides users on loading essential supplies like print ribbons and card cleaning cartridges into the printer.
Explains how to interpret the printer's LCD messages and LED indicators to understand its current status and potential issues.
Provides a comprehensive list of LCD error messages, their causes, and suggested solutions for troubleshooting printer issues.
Addresses issues where cards are not feeding correctly or multiple cards feed simultaneously, offering resolution steps.
Covers problems related to magnetic, prox, and smart card encoding, including error messages and their solutions.
Guides users on adjusting the card flattener and card guide rail for proper lamination and card flatness.
Details the components and procedures for attaching the DTC550 Card Lamination Module to the printer.
Explains how to control card-specific printing functions like size, hopper selection, and orientation via the printer driver.
Guides users on adjusting color properties such as contrast, gamma, and color balance for optimal image output.
Details options for controlling magnetic stripe encoding, including mode, coercivity, and track settings.
Outlines the system requirements and specifications necessary for the Ethernet option, including network and host computer details.
Provides procedures for accessing and configuring network settings, including IP address, subnet mask, and DHCP options.
Offers steps to troubleshoot common connection and printing problems when using the Ethernet interface.
Lists the contents of the cleaning kit and provides general cleaning procedures for the DTC550 printer.
Details the procedure for cleaning the printer's printhead to maintain consistent print quality and resolve color transfer issues.
Guides users on accessing the printer's internal self-tests via the Diagnostic Tool Utility for troubleshooting.
Explains how to navigate the printer's LCD menu to access test, setup, and reporting functions.
Details the procedures for adjusting Print TOF and Print EOF to precisely align the printed image with card edges.
Provides contact information and procedures for reaching Fargo Technical Support for assistance with troubleshooting or repairs.
Defines technical terms and acronyms used throughout the DTC550 User Guide for better understanding.
General| Print Resolution | 300 dpi |
|---|---|
| Print Technology | Dye Sublimation / Resin Thermal Transfer |
| Card Capacity | 100 cards |
| Card Thickness | 30 mil to 40 mil |
| Connectivity | USB, Ethernet |
| Card Sizes Accepted | CR80 (3.375 x 2.125 inches) |
| Operating System Compatibility | Windows 7, 8, 10 (32-bit and 64-bit) |
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