What should I do when my Fargo Printer says 'Film Low'?
M
Miss Kimberly ThompsonAug 31, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays a 'Film Low' error (PC Error Message No. 156), it means the HDP film will soon run out. If you are printing a large number of cards, replace the Film now or monitor the Printer until the Film is gone and install a new Film.
D
David FordAug 25, 2025
What to do if my Fargo Printer says 'Card Jam'?
R
Ronald PearsonAug 25, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays a 'Card Jam' error (PC Error Message Nos. 82, 112, and 200), it means a card is stuck in the Print Station or card flipping area. To resolve this, clear the jam.
C
Charles StevensSep 1, 2025
How do I fix 'Film Break/Jam' error on my Fargo Printer?
A
Amy WilsonSep 1, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays a 'Film Break/Jam' error (PC Error Message No. 158), it means the film is not able to move correctly. Check for jams/breaks. Check for obstruction. If the problem persists, call for technical assistance.
K
Kerry GordonSep 2, 2025
What to do if Fargo HDP5000 shows 'Check Film' message?
Y
Yesenia SaundersSep 2, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays a 'Check Film' error (PC Error Message No. 244), it means the film is not able to move correctly. Check for jams/breaks. Check for obstruction. If the problem persists, call for technical assistance.
J
John NelsonSep 2, 2025
How to resolve 'Calibrate Failed' error on Fargo HDP5000 Printer?
J
Jill ConradSep 2, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays a 'Calibrate Failed' error (PC Error Message No. 155 and 170), it means Film or Ribbon calibration has failed. Verify the film is installed correctly and there is not a Ribbon installed. If this problem persists, call for technical assistance.
J
Jacqueline FordSep 3, 2025
What does 'Invalid Password' mean on my Fargo HDP5000 Printer?
Z
Zachary AguirreSep 3, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays an 'Invalid Password' error (PC Error Message No. 136), it means printing is disabled at this time. Press Cancel to abort this print job and then check security settings at host computer.
R
Ronald GomezSep 3, 2025
What should I do if my Fargo Printer displays 'Calibrate Film'?
D
Denise BakerSep 3, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays a 'Calibrate Film' error (PC Error Message No. 159), it means Film Sensors need to be calibrated. Select Cancel and then perform the Film calibration procedure.
D
Destiny SchneiderSep 4, 2025
What does 'Invalid Film' mean on my Fargo Printer?
J
Jeffrey CookSep 4, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays an 'Invalid Film' error (PC Error Message Nos. 94, 95, 96, 164, 165, and 166), it means an unauthorized film is installed in the Printer. Get the correct Film from your dealer.
J
Jose OconnorSep 4, 2025
What does 'Invalid Ribbon' mean on my Fargo Printer?
K
Kenneth SmithSep 4, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays an 'Invalid Ribbon' error (PC Error Message No. 93), it means an unauthorized Ribbon is installed in the Printer. Get the correct Ribbon from your dealer.
R
Ronald BennettSep 5, 2025
Why does my Fargo Printer display 'Calibrate Ribbon'?
K
kristinparkSep 5, 2025
If your Fargo Printer displays a 'Calibrate Ribbon' error (PC Error Message Nos. 128 and 170), it means the print Ribbon Sensor is out of calibration. Select Cancel and then perform the Ribbon calibration procedure.
Fargo HDP5000 Specifications
General
Maximum resolution
300 x 300 DPI
Print speed (color)
7 card/h
Print speed (monochrome)
14 card/h
Product color
Black
Internal memory
16 MB
Total input capacity
100 sheets
Compatible operating systems
Windows 2000 / XP / Server 2003 / Vista (32 bit) Mac OS X v10.4 / v10.5 Linux