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HID FARGO C50 - User Manual

HID FARGO C50
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FARGO® C50 Card Printer
User Guide
PLT-01277
Version: 1.2
November 2014

Questions and Answers

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    Justin GuerreroSep 6, 2025
    What to do if my HID Printer says 'Invalid Ribbon'?
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      Thomas HatfieldSep 6, 2025
      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.
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    Sydney HallAug 22, 2025
    What to do if my HID FARGO C50 Printer needs cleaning?
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      Steve EvansAug 22, 2025
      If your HID Printer indicates it needs cleaning, you can either start the cleaning process immediately by clicking OK, or delay it. To delay, select 'Remind Me' and choose from the following options: * Never * In 10 Prints * In 50 Prints * In 100 Prints
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    Darrell ShortSep 3, 2025
    What to do if my HID FARGO C50 Printer has a ribbon miscue?
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      Melanie MartinezSep 3, 2025
      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.
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    Andrew KramerSep 2, 2025
    What to do if my HID FARGO C50 Printer is unable to feed card?
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      Robert PetersonSep 2, 2025
      If your HID Printer is unable to feed a card, first ensure that cards are available and loaded correctly. Then, press the Pause/Resume button. If you want to cancel the print, click Cancel Print.
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    Debbie PowersSep 1, 2025
    What to do if my HID Printer says 'Card Not Found'?
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      Cheryl HillSep 1, 2025
      If your HID Printer displays 'Card Not Found', make sure cards are available and loaded correctly. Then, press the Pause/Resume button. To cancel the print, click Cancel Print.
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    Allison WhiteAug 30, 2025
    What to do if my HID FARGO C50 Printer says 'Ribbon Out'?
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      Sara ShermanAug 30, 2025
      If your HID Printer is displaying a 'Ribbon Out' error, here's what you can do: 1. Install a qualified ribbon into the ribbon cartridge and press the Pause/Resume button. 2. Make sure the ribbon isn't broken or upside down in the cartridge, then press the Pause/Resume button. 3. Check that the Ribbon Type on the Device Options tab is set correctly.
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    Cathy OrozcoAug 29, 2025
    What to do if my HID FARGO C50 shows a general error?
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      Dr. Dana MartinAug 29, 2025
      If your HID Printer displays a general error, try the following: 1. Power the printer off and on. 2. Open the cover and check the ribbon cartridge for jams or breaks. Reinstall or replace the ribbon as needed. 3. Close the cover and restore power. 4. Close the software program. 5. Reboot the computer.
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    Adam SparksAug 27, 2025
    What to do if I get a communication error on my HID FARGO C50 after removing the old driver?
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      Scott CurtisAug 27, 2025
      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.
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    Lindsey HerreraAug 26, 2025
    What to do if my HID FARGO C50 cover is open?
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      Michelle SullivanAug 27, 2025
      If the cover of your HID Printer is open, simply close it.
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    montoyacrystalAug 25, 2025
    How to fix card jam in HID FARGO C50 Printer?
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      Stacey McdonaldAug 25, 2025
      If your HID Printer has a card jam, repeatedly press the Power button to move all cards toward the output hopper.

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction and Specifications

Using this Document

Explains how to navigate and use the document, including links.

Specifications

Provides detailed technical and regulatory specifications for the printer.

Safety Messages

Crucial safety instructions and warnings for safe operation and handling.

Technical Specifications

Lists detailed technical properties of the printer, such as dimensions and weight.

Functional Specifications

Describes the printer's printing technologies and capabilities.

Printer Components - Print Ribbons

Details types of print ribbons and their print counts.

Printer Components - Blank Cards

Information on compatible card types, sizes, and surfaces.

Setup and Installation Procedures

Step-by-step guide for setting up and installing the printer.

Chapter 2: Hardware User Interface

Card Printer Buttons

Overview of the printer's buttons and their functions.

Using the Power Button

Instructions for using the power button to turn the printer on/off.

Using the Pause;Resume Button

Instructions for temporarily stopping and resuming print jobs.

Card Printer Beeps

Indicates how printer beeps signal successful operations or errors.

Chapter 3: Printer Preferences

Card Tab

Configures card type, size, orientation, and copies.

Device Options Tab

Sets ribbon options, dual-sided printing, and rotation.

Write Only

Enables printing on rewritable cards, including erase and write functions.

Image Color Tab

Adjusts color settings like intensity, heat, and dither for print quality.

Image Calibrate Tab

Adjusts the precise position of the image on the card.

Overlay; Print Area Tab

Defines specific areas on the card for printing or overlay.

Defining an Overlay or Print Area

Steps to define custom areas for overlay and print jobs.

Defining additional areas

Procedure to define multiple print or overlay areas on the card.

Deleting a Defined Area

Instructions for removing previously defined print or overlay areas.

Visual Security Solutions

Options for adding visual security features to printed cards.

K-Panel Resin Tab

Controls the positioning and printing of the resin black (K) panel.

Printer Info Tab

Displays current supply status, card count, and printer version.

Chapter 4: ToolBox

Configuration Tab

Manages event monitoring and sets the printer driver language.

Calibrate Ribbon Tab

Initiates the ribbon calibration process for optimal print quality.

Clean Printer Tab

Provides instructions and initiates the printer cleaning routine.

Advanced Settings Tab

Allows adjustment of internal printer settings for troubleshooting.

Settings and Troubleshooting

Details specific settings and provides troubleshooting advice.

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

Communications Errors

Resolves issues related to PC communication or no printer response.

Error and Status Messages

Lists common error messages and provides troubleshooting steps for each.

Chapter 6: Cleaning

Using the Required Supplies

Lists the necessary supplies for performing printer maintenance.

Cleaning the Printer

Step-by-step procedures for cleaning the printer's interior and exterior.

Cleaning Inside the Printer

Detailed instructions for cleaning the printer's internal components.

Cleaning Outside the Printer

Guidance on cleaning the printer's outer casing.

Cleaning the Printhead

Procedure for cleaning the printhead to ensure consistent print quality.

Chapter 7: Firmware Updates

Upgrade Information

Steps for upgrading the printer's firmware using the Workbench Utility.

HID FARGO C50 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHID
ModelFARGO C50
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

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