How to print a test print on HID FARGO C50?
- DDamon MorrisSep 23, 2025
To check your HID Printer, go to Start > Devices and Printers > Card Printer (USB). Right-click Card Printer (USB). Select Printing preferences > Card > Test Print.

How to print a test print on HID FARGO C50?
To check your HID Printer, go to Start > Devices and Printers > Card Printer (USB). Right-click Card Printer (USB). Select Printing preferences > Card > Test Print.
What to do if my HID FARGO C50 Printer has a ribbon break or jam?
If your HID Printer displays a 'Ribbon Break/Jam' error, follow these steps: 1. Open the cover and remove the cartridge. 2. Ensure the ribbon moves freely. 3. If broken, tape the ends together and wind excess onto the take-up spool. 4. Reinstall the cartridge, close the cover, and press the Pause/Resume button. If you want to cancel the print, click the Cancel Print button.
How to fix card jam in HID FARGO C50 Printer?
If your HID Printer has a card jam, repeatedly press the Power button to move all cards toward the output hopper.
What to do if my HID FARGO C50 cover is open?
If the cover of your HID Printer is open, simply close it.
What to do if I get a communication error on my HID FARGO C50 after removing the old driver?
To resolve communication errors with your HID Printer, verify that the printer driver is correctly installed, especially if an older driver was recently removed. Then: * Close the software program. * Reboot your computer. * Go to Control Panel > Devices and Printers > Card Printer. * Right-click Card Printer. * Select Printing Preferences > Card > About to check the driver's date and version.
How to refill card hopper in HID FARGO C50?
If your HID Printer's card hopper is empty, place cards in the input hopper.
How to calibrate ribbon sensor on HID FARGO C50?
To calibrate the ribbon sensor on your HID Printer: Click on Cancel Print. Open the cover and remove the ribbon cartridge. Close the cover. Click Card > ToolBox > Calibrate Ribbon > Calibrate.
How to fix card eject error on HID FARGO C50 Printer?
If your HID Printer displays a 'Card Eject Error', repeatedly press the Power button to move the card toward the output hopper.
What to do if my HID Printer says 'Invalid Ribbon'?
If your HID Printer displays 'Invalid Ribbon', verify the Ribbon Type on the Device Options tab is set correctly. If it isn't, select the right ribbon type. Then, open the cover, remove the current ribbon cartridge, and install a compatible cartridge before closing the cover.
What to do if my HID FARGO C50 Printer has a ribbon miscue?
If your HID Printer gives a 'Ribbon Miscue' error, follow these steps: 1. Open the cover and remove the ribbon cartridge. Check that the ribbon isn't broken or upside down. 2. If the ribbon isn't broken, reinstall the cartridge, close the cover, and press the Pause/Resume button. 3. If the ribbon is broken, tape the ends together and wind any excess onto the take-up spool. Reinstall the cartridge, close the cover, and press the Pause/Resume button. To cancel the print, click the Cancel Print button.
Explains how to navigate and use the document, including links.
Provides detailed technical and regulatory specifications for the printer.
Crucial safety instructions and warnings for safe operation and handling.
Lists detailed technical properties of the printer, such as dimensions and weight.
Describes the printer's printing technologies and capabilities.
Details types of print ribbons and their print counts.
Information on compatible card types, sizes, and surfaces.
Step-by-step guide for setting up and installing the printer.
Overview of the printer's buttons and their functions.
Instructions for using the power button to turn the printer on/off.
Instructions for temporarily stopping and resuming print jobs.
Indicates how printer beeps signal successful operations or errors.
Configures card type, size, orientation, and copies.
Sets ribbon options, dual-sided printing, and rotation.
Enables printing on rewritable cards, including erase and write functions.
Adjusts color settings like intensity, heat, and dither for print quality.
Adjusts the precise position of the image on the card.
Defines specific areas on the card for printing or overlay.
Steps to define custom areas for overlay and print jobs.
Procedure to define multiple print or overlay areas on the card.
Instructions for removing previously defined print or overlay areas.
Options for adding visual security features to printed cards.
Controls the positioning and printing of the resin black (K) panel.
Displays current supply status, card count, and printer version.
Manages event monitoring and sets the printer driver language.
Initiates the ribbon calibration process for optimal print quality.
Provides instructions and initiates the printer cleaning routine.
Allows adjustment of internal printer settings for troubleshooting.
Details specific settings and provides troubleshooting advice.
Resolves issues related to PC communication or no printer response.
Lists common error messages and provides troubleshooting steps for each.
Lists the necessary supplies for performing printer maintenance.
Step-by-step procedures for cleaning the printer's interior and exterior.
Detailed instructions for cleaning the printer's internal components.
Guidance on cleaning the printer's outer casing.
Procedure for cleaning the printhead to ensure consistent print quality.
Steps for upgrading the printer's firmware using the Workbench Utility.











