Page 1 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)  HDP600 (Dual-Sided Card Printer/Encoder)  HDP600-LC (Dual-Sided Card Printer/Encoder)  HDP600 CR100 (Dual-Sided Card Printer/Encoder)  HDP600-LC CR100 (Dual-Sided Card Printer/Encoder) Part Number: L000444...
Page 2 RESTRICTED USE ONLY HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3), property of Fargo Electronics, Incorporated Copyright  2003 by Fargo Electronics, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. Exclusive permission is granted to authorized resellers of Fargo products to reproduce and distribute this copyrighted document to authorized Fargo customers.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Inserting the Card Cleaning Cartridge ________________________________________________ 3-13 Loading the Overlaminate _________________________________________________________ 3-16 Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer _____________________________________________ 3-21 Loading the Blank Cards __________________________________________________________ 3-29 Printer Driver Installation Procedures ___________________________________________________ 3-32 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 4 Unpacking the Card Lamination Module ______________________________________________ 3-55 Choosing a proper Location ________________________________________________________ 3-55 Preventing Moisture Condensation___________________________________________________ 3-55 Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module _____________________________________ 3-56 Installing the Printer Diagnostic Utility__________________________________________________ 3-63 Printing a Test Print Image ___________________________________________________________ 3-70 Section 4: General Troubleshooting __________________________________________ 4-1...
Page 5 Selecting the Right Cards and optimize the HDP Print Process ______________________________ 7-5 Selecting the Appropriate HDP Printer Driver settings ____________________________________ 7-6 Conducting the Tape adhesion Test ___________________________________________________ 7-7 Printer Driver Options _______________________________________________________________ 7-10 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 6 Selecting the Card Type (all HDP600 Printers) _________________________________________ 7-17 Selecting the Card Hopper (HDP600 and HDP600-LC only) ______________________________ 7-19 Selecting the Card Hopper (HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 only) __________________ 7-20 Setting the Orientation ____________________________________________________________ 7-21 Specifying the number of Copies ____________________________________________________ 7-21...
Page 7 Section 11: LCD On-Line Menu Navigation ___________________________________ 11-1 Entering the LCD Menu and selecting an Option __________________________________________ 11-1 Selecting from the HDP600 Menu Option Structure Tree _________________________________ 11-2 Reviewing the Printer Setup __________________________________________________________ 11-3 Preparing to Adjust the Print Offset, Transfer TOF and Transfer EOF _______________________ 11-5...
Page 8 Reviewing Example No. 2: Serial Number A1280224 ___________________________________ 13-2 Section 14: Reviewing Spare Parts Lists ______________________________________ 14-1 Reviewing Spare Parts List for HDP600, HDP600-LC, HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 _ 14-1 Section 15: Glossary of Terms ______________________________________________ 15-1 Section 16: Index_________________________________________________________ 16-1 Section 17: Appendix A____________________________________________________ 17-1 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev.
Page 9: Section 1: Printer Overview
Section 1: Printer Overview How to use the guide The HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) is designed to provide installers and technicians with quick, efficient lookup of related procedures, components and terms. The Guide can be used effectively either in soft or hard copy, depending on the preference of the installer or technician.
Page 10: Safety Messages (Review Carefully)
To prevent equipment or media damage, take jewelry off of fingers and hands, as well as thoroughly clean hands to remove oil and debris before working on the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 11: Hdp600 Overview
RESTRICTED USE ONLY HDP600 Overview Reviewing the HDP600 Block Diagram The HDP600 Block Diagram will be created and added to this service document at a future date. Motors Sensors Card Input Card Feed Stepper Flipper Stepper Lamination Stepper Print Stepper...
Page 12: Reviewing The Hdp600 Sequence Of Operations
All stop. (Note: The Film Ribbon Encoder is active during this step.) The Headlift Motor engages, moving the Printhead down until Headlift Sensor is activated. All stop. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 13 All stop. (Note: This step is not performed after the last Color/Heat Seal Panel is printed.) Repeat Steps 9 to 14 for the appropriate number of color/heat seal panels. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 14 The Heater and Thermocouple are maintained at a set temperature at all times when the Printer is ON. The cooling fan is ON when the Printhead is ON or hot. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 15: Reviewing The Hdp600 Boot Up Sequence
Film Sensor senses 1 mark on the Film). The Transfer Ribbon reverses for one panel onto supply (reverses until the Print Film Sensor senses 1 mark on the Film). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 16: Reviewing The Lamination Module Sequence Of Operations
The Card Feed Motor activates to center the card on the Platen Roller. The Lamination Roller Lift Motor cycles until the Lamination Roller Lift Sensor detects state change. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 17 The Flipper Table Motor activates until the Flipper Table is homed. The Flipper Table Clutch disengages. Repeat Steps 2 through 7. The card is fed out of the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 18: Reviewing The Lamination Module Boot Up Sequence
The Lamination Ribbon Motor activates to determine the presence of a roll of lamination. The Lamination Flipper table homes itself. The Card Sensor checks for the presence of a card and ejects it if found. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 1-10...
Page 19: Section 2: Specifications
The purpose of this section is to provide the User with specific information on the Regulatory Compliances, Agency Listings, Technical Specifications and Functional Specifications for the HDP600, HDP600-LC, HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. Table of Contents Section 2: Specifications...
Page 20: Safety Messages (Review Carefully)
To prevent equipment or media damage, take jewelry off of fingers and hands, as well as thoroughly clean hands to remove oil and debris before working on the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 21: Introduction
Card Printer/Encoder) HDP600-LC (Dual- Sided Card Printer/Encoder) HDP600 CR100 (Dual- Sided Card Printer/Encoder) HDP600-LC CR100 (Dual-Sided Card Printer/Encoder) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Card Accepted Capacity Card Size CR-80 (100 per Hopper) CR-80 (100 per Hopper)
Page 22: Reviewing The Hdp600 Package
Software Installation CD (includes Printer Driver)  Cleaning Roller Assembly  One (1) power supply with Printer; one (1) power supply with Laminator  Card Feed Weights Reviewing the HDP600 (front) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 23: Reviewing The Hdp600 Cr100 Card Printer
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the HDP600 CR100 Card Printer Display A – HDP600 CR100 Printer with detached Output Hopper Display B – HDP600 CR100 Printer with attached Output Hopper HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 24: Hdp600 - Regulatory Compliances
1998, EN 61000-3-2 and EN 61000-3-3. Safety Standards UL IEC 60950-1 (2001), CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03. Caution: For safety purposes, Ethernet is not intended for a direct connection outside of the building. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 25: Technical Specifications
 Sizes CR-80: This selection is the default form size for the HDP600. This will print a 3.375 in. L x 2.125 in. W (85.6mm L x 54mm W) image including a .04 over-bleed on each of the 4 sides. This makes the overall form size 2.204 X 3.452 (56 X 87.7 mm).
Page 26 Accepted Card .030 in. (30 mil) to .070 in. (70 mil) (.762mm to 1.778mm). Thickness (.030 to .040/.762mm to 1.02mm if laminating with HDP600-LC; thicker cards are allowed to pass through the Lamination Module if you choose to print-only) Accepted...
Page 27 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Technical Specifications (continued) Term Description  Dimensions HDP600: 15” H x 26.1” W x 14” D/381mm H x 663mm W x 356mmD  HDP600-LC: 15” H x 34.75” W x 14” D/381mm H x 883mm W x 356mmD ...
Page 28 Interfacing information for E-card Options Maximum 2.125 in. to 2.63 in. (54mm to 67mm) Accepted Card Width Maximum 3.375 in. to 3.88 in. (85.6mm to 98.5mm) Accepted Card Length HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-10...
Page 29 They can also be optimized (HDP600-LC and for use with smart cards and Magnetic Stripes. HDP600-LC PolyGuard is available in CR-80 patch sizes (HDP600-LC only). CR100 only) Here are the options:  Thermal Transfer Overlaminate, .25 mil thick, 500 prints ...
Page 30 Note No. 1 (CR100): The YMCKH and YMCKK Ribbons are only used on the HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 Printers. Note No. 2 (HDP600 print ribbons): Indicates the ribbon type and the number of ribbon panels printed where Y=Yellow, M=Magenta, C=Cyan, K=Resin Black, O=Overlay, F=Fluorescing.
Page 31 50 Hz / 60 Hz Frequency Supply Voltage 100 to 240 VAC, 3.75A (HDP600 and HDP600-LC) 100 to 240 VAC, 4.25A (HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100) System IBM-PC or compatible. Windows 2000/XP. Pentium Requirements MHz computer with 64 MB of RAM or higher, 200 MB free space or higher and USB 1.1...
Page 32: Functional Specifications
InTM. This produces the image in the surface of the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Specifications. Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 33: Printer Components: Resin Thermal Transfer To Usb Interface Port
Softkey Buttons Current function is displayed above the button and will change depending upon the Printer's mode of operation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-15...
Page 34 Power Switch Turns the Printer power ON and OFF. Power Port Connect to the included power supply. USB Interface Connect to the Windows PC USB cable. Port HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-16...
Page 35: Printer Components: Lcd And Softkey Control Pad
Use these buttons to scroll through help text, to navigate through the Printer's menus and to adjust certain Printer settings. LCD Display The Printer's LCD Display will change according to the Printer's current mode of operation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-17...
Page 36 Printer will always display the MENU option above the center softkey button. Press this button to access the Printer's menu options. (Note: The MENU option is available only in the READY / PRINTER OPEN screens.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-18...
Page 37 This Cancel All function will cancel all print jobs in the Printer and will completely reset the Printer. In this case, be sure to cancel the print jobs from the PC before pressing YES. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-19...
Page 38 Solid GREEN: Indicates the Printer is powered ON and ready for operation.  Flashing GREEN: Indicates a Printer ERROR or ATTENTION condition. Refer to the Printer's LCD Display for information. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-20...
Page 39  Like error messages, help text explaining the particular condition can also be accessed by pressing the Help button. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-21...
Page 40: Printer Components: Print Ribbons
= Dye-Sublimation Yellow Panel = Dye-Sublimation Magenta Panel = Dye-Sublimation Cyan Panel = Resin Black Panel = Heat Seal Panel (Note: This is not available on CR100.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-22...
Page 41: Printer Components: Blank Cards
 Recommended: UltraCard III stock has a 40% polyester core and offers high durability. Both types of UltraCards produce printed images with a glossy, photo- quality finish. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-23...
Page 42: Printer Components: Card Input And Output Hoppers
HDP600 and HDP600-LC: The Printer will hold a maximum of 200 cards (HDP600 has two Card Input Hoppers; load 100 cards per Hopper) (based on a standard 30 mil card thickness).
Page 43: Printer Components: Card Output Hopper And Reject Hopper
Output Hopper (based on a standard 30 mil card thickness). (Note: This Hopper stores the cards after they are printed.) Shown in the lower left. Reject Shown in the lower right. Hopper HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-25...
Page 44: Printer Unit: Reviewing The Card Lamination Module
Module.  HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100: These Printers have the same field upgradeable features. The functionality of the Laminator for the HDP600- LC and the HDP600-LC CR100 is identical. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 45: Printer Components: Transfer Roller
Power Switch and the Printer’s power supply serve to reset the Transfer Roller to its default temperature. The temperature setting within the Printer Driver, however, will stay the same until it is changed.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 2-27...
Page 46: Reviewing The Overlaminates
1.0 or .6 mil thickness and should always be used for those applications requiring the highest degree of card durability and security.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cross Reference See the Loading the Overlaminate.
Page 47: Reviewing The Cr-90 Or Cr-100 Patch Size
Please contact the authorized reseller for more information about custom Overlaminates.. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cross Reference See the Loading the Overlaminate.
Page 48: Section 3: Installation Procedures
Loading the Overlaminate (cont.) _________________________________________________ 3-20 Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer _____________________________________________ 3-21 Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) _____________________________________ 3-22 Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) _____________________________________ 3-23 Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) _____________________________________ 3-24 Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) _____________________________________ 3-25...
Page 49 Preventing Moisture Condensation___________________________________________________ 3-55 Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module _____________________________________ 3-56 Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) ______________________ 3-57 Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) ______________________ 3-58 Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) ______________________ 3-59...
Page 50: Safety Messages (Review Carefully)
To prevent equipment or media damage, take jewelry off of fingers and hands, as well as thoroughly clean hands to remove oil and debris before working on the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 51: Introduction
Software Installation CD (includes Printer Driver, Online User’s Guide and Printer Diagnostic Tool)  Power Supply with Power Cord  Card Cleaning Cartridge  Two (2) Card Hoppers - Feed Weights (only one for the HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100)  Warranty Card  Registration Card ...
Page 52: Choosing A Good Location
Should this occur, print quality may not be optimum. Leave the unit turned OFF in a warm, dry room for several hours before using. This will allow the moisture to evaporate. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 53: Printer Loading Procedures
Load the Print Ribbon into the Print Station, as shown in the four (4) photos (Displays A to D) in this section. Display A – Loading the Print Ribbon (lift up cover) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 54: Loading The Print Ribbon (Cont.)
(Note: The Print Ribbon comes wound on a gray spool with an orange ring around one side. Match the orange ring on the Ribbon Spool to the orange Hub inside the Printer. When properly installed, the orange ring will be in the upper-right-front position.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 55 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Print Ribbon (cont.) Display C – Loading the Print Ribbon (take-up spool) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 56: Loading The Print Ribbon (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Print Ribbon (cont.) Display D – The Print Ribbon is shown successfully installed below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 57: Loading Clear Hdp Film Into The Transfer Station
(Note No. 2: Yellow colors still need to match. The Drive Hub is yellow on the HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 and the Hub needs to line up with the yellow Film Ring.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev.
Page 58: Loading Clear Hdp Film Into The Transfer Station (Continued)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading clear HDP Film into the Transfer Station (continued) Display B – Loading the HDP Film (take-up spool). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-11...
Page 59 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading clear HDP Film into the Transfer Station (continued) Display C – Loading the HDP Film (take-up spool). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-12...
Page 60: Inserting The Card Cleaning Cartridge
Load the Card Cleaning Cartridge, as shown in the three (3) Photos (Displays A to C) in this section. Display A – Removing the white cover sheet HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-13...
Page 61: Inserting The Card Cleaning Cartridge (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Inserting the Card Cleaning Cartridge (cont.) Display B – Inserting the Card Cleaning Cartridge HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-14...
Page 62 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Inserting the Card Cleaning Cartridge (cont.) Display C – Pressing down on the Cleaning Cartridge until it snaps into place. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-15...
Page 63: Loading The Overlaminate
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Loading the Overlaminate (Note: This procedure only applies to the HDP600-LC Laminating Card Printer/Encoder.) The loading process for both the Thermal Transfer Film and the PolyGuard™ Overlaminate material is the same. Refer to the following steps to load either type of overlaminate into the Printer.
Page 64: Loading The Overlaminate (Continued)
Printer. (Note: Make certain the overlaminate material is fed from beneath the roll, as shown below.) Display A – Loading the overlaminate (supply spool) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-17...
Page 65: Loading The Overlaminate (Cont.)
Load the take-up end of the roll just as you loaded the supply end. (Note: When loaded properly, the overlaminate material should feed underneath from and take- up from underneath each roll.) Display B – Loading the overlaminate (take-up spool) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-18...
Page 66: Loading The Overlaminate (Continued)
Caution: Do not reverse the overlaminate roll. Damage may occur to the Lamination Roller! Display C – Securing the Lamination Arm HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-19...
Page 67: Loading The Overlaminate (Cont.)
To complete this section, close the Lamination Module cover. Display D – The Lamination Module is shown with the overlaminate properly installed and the Lamination Arm in the closed position. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-20...
Page 68: Connecting Power To The Hdp600 Printer
Caution: Do not remove the red Warning sticker across the USB connection. Do not plug in the USB cable until prompted to do so during the installation of the HDP600 Printer Driver. See the Installing the Printer Driver on Windows XP and Windows 2000 procedure (Step 10).
Page 69: Connecting Power To The Hdp600 Printer (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) Display B - Connecting the AC power cable to the power supply. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-22...
Page 70 Surge Protector be used to protect against power surges. Note No. 2: Some buildings have surge protection built into the electrical outlets. Please consult your building supervisor regarding this material. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-23...
Page 71: Connecting Power To The Hdp600 Printer (Cont.)
Display D - Connecting the plug from the power supply to the Printer as shown below. (Note: If working with a non-Lamination unit, proceed to Display H in this section.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-24...
Page 72 Fargo Electronics, Inc. Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) This applies to the HDP600-LC Printer only. Display E - Connecting the AC power cable to the Card Lamination power supply. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-25...
Page 73: Connecting Power To The Hdp600 Printer (Cont.)
Surge Protector be used to protect against power surges. Note No. 2: Some buildings have surge protection built into the electrical outlets. Please consult your building supervisor regarding this material. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-26...
Page 74: Connecting Power To The Hdp600 Printer (Cont.)
Connecting power to the HDP600 Printer (cont.) This applies to the HDP600-LC Printer only. Display G - Connecting the plug from the power supply to the Card Lamination Module, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-27...
Page 75: Connecting Power To The Hdp600 Printer (Cont.)
Display H – Displays the Printer power switch (ON/OFF). Note No. 1: Turn on the Printer’s power by pressing on the power switch. Note No. 2: Once the HDP600 has been powered on, the Printer will initialize both the Print Ribbon and the HDP Film.
Page 76: Loading The Blank Cards
Display A – Setting the Card Thickness Adjustment Lever to the appropriate setting. Depress the blue tab, move the lever and release it when properly set. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-29...
Page 77: Loading The Blank Cards (Cont.)
Loading the Blank Cards (cont.) Display B – Loading the Blank Cards into the empty Hopper. Note No. 1 (HDP600 and HDP600-LC only): Cycle between Hopper 1 and Hopper 2 by selecting H1 or H2 from the Printer’s SmartScreen™ LCD Control Panel.
Page 78: Loading The Blank Cards (Cont)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Loading the Blank Cards (cont.) Display C – Inserting the Card Weight (Push to the back). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-31...
Page 79: Printer Driver Installation Procedures
(Note: If the CD does not automatically open, use “My Computer” or “Windows Explorer” to view the contents of the CD. Then, double-click on the Setup.exe file listed on the CD.) See the next page. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-32...
Page 80: Installing The Hdp600 Printer Driver
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Display A - Select HDP600 Card Printer/Encoder (below) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-33...
Page 81: Installing The Hdp600 Printer Driver (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Display B - Please wait during installation HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-34...
Page 82 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step Procedure Click on the Next button to continue with the installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-35...
Page 83: Installing The Hdp600 Printer Driver (Cont.)
Read the License Agreement. Select the I accept the terms of the license agreement option. b. Click on the Next button to continue with the installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-36...
Page 84: Installing The Hdp600 Printer Driver (Cont.)
 Printer Driver User Guide  Fargo Diagnostics Utility (Note: Selecting Custom will provide the option to select which components to install.) b. Click Next to continue. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-37...
Page 85: Installing The Printer Driver (Windows 2000 Only)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Printer Driver (Windows 2000 Only) Step Procedure Click on the Install button to begin the installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-38...
Page 86: Installing The Printer Driver (Windows Xp Only) (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Step Procedure Wait during the installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-39...
Page 87: Installing The Hdp600 Printer Driver (Cont.)
 Select A network Printer, or a Printer attached to another computer if using the Printer via ethernet then click the Next button. Continue to step 10. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-40...
Page 88 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step Procedure a. Verify that USB is selected from the Port list. b. Click the Next Button. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-41...
Page 89 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step Procedure Connect the USB cable to both the PC and the Printer. Continue to step 11. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-42...
Page 90 Step Procedure a. Enter the IP address of the Printer. See Finding the IP Address of the Printer in the HDP600 User Guide for additional Information. b. Click Next to continue. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 91 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the HDP600 Printer Driver (cont.) Step Procedure Click the Finish button to complete the Fargo Add Printer Wizard. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-44...
Page 92: Installing The Printer Driver (Windows Xp Only) (Cont.)
If the Ribbon Type is not known, select the Auto Ribbon Select button. See Display B under this procedural step. (Note: The Ribbon needs to be installed for this procedure to work.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-45...
Page 93 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Display A – Ribbon Type dropdown menu Display B – Auto Ribbon Select button HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-46...
Page 94: Installing The Printer Driver (Windows Xp Only) (Cont.)
Procedure a. Click on the Finish button to complete the Setup, as shown below. b. Click on the Install the Fargo Diagnostic Utility (Recommended) for this installation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-47...
Page 95 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Step Procedure Wait during the installation of the Fargo Printer Diagnostic Utility. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-48...
Page 96: Installing The Printer Driver On (Windows Xp Only) (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Printer Driver on (Windows XP only) (cont.) Step Procedure Click on the Yes button to exit the installer, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-49...
Page 97: Installing The Printer Driver (Windows Xp Only) (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Printer Driver (Windows XP Only) (cont.) Step Procedure You have completed this procedure. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-50...
Page 98: Printing A Test Print Image
Select the Card tab, then click on the Test Print button, as shown in Display A on the next page. b. When the Test Print button is selected, an image is copied to the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-51...
Page 99: Printing A Test Print Image (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Printing a Test Print Image (cont.) Display A - HDP600 Printer Driver Card Tab: HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-52...
Page 100 Guide. For additional help regarding the Test Print and other related items please see the HDP600 Card Printer User Guide located under Start > Programs > Fargo. Refer to the HDP600 Setup Training Video as needed. This video provides instructions on initial Printer setup requirements, such as, loading the...
Page 101: Card Lamination Module Installation
Introduction The following guide provides a step-by-step installation procedure for the HDP600 Lamination Module and Printer Driver Upgrade. Refer to the HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide for details on operating your new card Lamination Module. The time required for each installation is provided below: ...
Page 102: Inspecting The Card Lamination Module
(Note: Make sure that all supplied accessories are included with your unit.) Your new Lamination Module is packaged in a standard HDP600 Card Printer/Encoder carton. (Note: It is recommended that you save the packaging in the event that you need to transport the Card Printer/Encoder/Laminator at a future date.)
Page 103: Installing The Hdp600 Series Card Lamination Module
Bin. See Display A (below) and Display B (next page). Display A – Output Bin and Output Bin Stop Latch HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 104 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) See the previous page. Display B – Lam-Ready Output Bin HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 3-57...
Page 105: Installing The Hdp600 Series Card Lamination Module (Continued)
Installing the HDP600 Series Card Lamination Module (continued) Step Description Place the Lamination Module at a slight angle to the Printer, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 3-58...
Page 106: Installing The Hdp600 Series Card Lamination Module (Continued)
Connect the Lamination Communication Cable (10-pin connector) to the Connector mounted on the HDP Sideplate. (Note: See the GREEN label for Com.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 3-59...
Page 107: Installing The Hdp600 Series Card Lamination Module (Continued)
Description a. Slide the Card Lamination Module (D860105) horizontally to engage the Printer or the HDP600 Main Assembly (D860101), as shown below. b. Push the Lamination Module and the Printer together. (Note: Be careful not to pinch the Lamination cables.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev.
Page 108: Installing The Hdp600 Series Card Lamination Module (Continued)
You have completed installing the Lamination Module Hardware Upgrade. b. Go to Steps 8 to 12 on the next page for the remaining steps in this specific installation procedure. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-61...
Page 109 Description Insert the Driver disk into the CD drive of your PC. (Note: Refer to the HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide for details on installing the Printer Driver.) Follow the Windows Installation Wizard instructions to install the Driver.
Page 110: Installing The Printer Diagnostic Utility
Installing the Printer Diagnostic Utility Step Procedure Same procedure for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600- LC CR100. Click on the Fargo Diagnostics Utility INSTALL button, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-63...
Page 111: Installing The Fargo Diagnostics Utility (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step Procedure Click on the Next button to continue the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-64...
Page 112 Procedure a. Select the I accept the terms in the license agreement radio button. b. Click on the Next button to continue the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-65...
Page 113: Installing The Fargo Diagnostics Utility (Cont.)
Select the appropriate radio button, as shown under the Install this application for: heading. c. Click on the Next button to continue the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-66...
Page 114: Installing The Fargo Diagnostics Utility (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step Procedure Click on the Install button to begin the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-67...
Page 115: Installing The Fargo Diagnostics Utility (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step Procedure Wait while the files are being copied, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-68...
Page 116: Installing The Fargo Diagnostics Utility (Cont.)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Installing the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (cont.) Step Procedure Click on the Finish button to complete the installation, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 3-69...
Page 117: Printing A Test Print Image
From your computer’s startup menu, select Settings > Printers and Faxes (Windows XP) or > Printers (Windows 2000). e. Double click on the HDP600 Card Printer under the Printers window. Select Printing Preferences under the Printer drop-down menu. This will bring up the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.
Page 118: Printing A Test Print Image (Cont.)
Guide. For additional help regarding the Test Print and other related items please see the HDP600 Card Printer User Guide located under Start > Programs > Fargo. Refer to the HDP600 Setup Training Video as needed. This video provides instructions on initial Printer setup requirements, such as, loading the...
Page 119: Section 4: General Troubleshooting
Reviewing the Color Bars YMC Self-Test _____________________________________________ 4-18 Reviewing the Card Count Self-Test _________________________________________________ 4-19 Reviewing the Magnetic Test option _________________________________________________ 4-19 Reviewing the Lamination Color/Resin YMCK+L Self-Test ______________________________ 4-20 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 120: Lcd Messages
RESTRICTED USE ONLY LCD Messages Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100. The LCD display shows the current status of the Printer. Refer to the cause and solution tables in this section for all possible LCD messages. (Note: These tables display the LCD messages in alphabetical order.
Page 121: Reviewing Lcd Messages
Printer but could not locate it. Check Film Error The transfer film may be jammed, not installed properly, broken or damaged. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Solution Clear the jam. Clear the jam. Clear the jam.
Page 122: Reviewing Lcd Messages (Continued)
Printer has stopped receiving data. EEPROM Erased An error was detected in the Printer’s EEPROM structure and the EEPROM has been erased. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Solution Verify the Ribbon is installed properly.
Page 123 Error not able to properly calibrate. Flipper Jam Error Unable to align Flipper. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Solution Turn the Printer OFF and ON to reset and try reprinting. If the problem persists, call for technical assistance.
Page 124: Reviewing Lcd Messages (Continued)
FPGA Load Fail! The FPGA is not responding. Head Temperature The Printhead is too hot. Error HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Solution Press CALIBRATE to set them at this time. Install a new roll of film...
Page 125: Reviewing Lcd Messages (Continued)
Check Lam Material The Lamination Module cannot align the current material. Check Lam Power The Lamination Module is unplugged. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Solution Call for technical assistance. Cancel the job and try again.
Page 126: Reviewing Lcd Messages (Continued)
Lam Memory Error Lam Pass Thru Error All data is now being passed through to the Lamination Module. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Solution Check the indicated condition and correct using the Laminator's control buttons.
Page 127: Reviewing Lcd Messages (Continued)
Prox card Encoder not The Proximity Card Encoder is not installed. properly installed. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Solution Replace the current material with the material that is required and try again.
Page 128: Reviewing Lcd Messages (Continued)
The print Ribbon installed in the Printer does not match the Ribbon type selected in the Printer driver. Change either accordingly. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Solution Verify that you are using an appropriate print cable.
Page 129: General Troubleshooting Guide
Image onto Card Increase the transfer temperature. See the Temperature Increase the transfer dwell time. See the Dwell Time and Temperature HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) procedure. Adjusting the Transfer procedure. Adjusting the Transfer procedure.
Page 130: General Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)
Check the clearance of the Lamination cover (840260-01) with the Assembly sticking Lamination Roller (D880146). open Check orientation of the Headlift Cam (762452). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Replacing the procedure. Replacing the HDP600 procedure.
Page 131 Check to see if the Film Drive DC Motors (D840980) are rotating in the correct direction. Check the Film Drive Hubs (D841152-XX) and verify the Hubs are not cracked. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) procedure. Adjusting the Ribbon Type Reviewing the Sensor Locations and Voltages Sensor Testing section.
Page 132: General Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)
Check to see if the Lamination Lift Motor (D840980) is rotating in on the back half of the correct direction. the card HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) procedure. procedure. Fargo Electronics, Inc. Removing the PCB Board...
Page 133: Magnetic And E-Card Troubleshooting Guide
Inspect all gears on the input hopper drive train for damaged teeth With cleaning Roller removed, verify all gears roll smoothly and do not bind. Check that all gears are free from wires. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 4-15...
Page 134: Magnetic And E-Card Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)
E - Card application Verify that the serial cable is connected to the appropriate cannot find component component and communication port Verify the correct RS232 cable is being used HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 4-16...
Page 135: Printing A Test Image
See (16) gray scale boxes and alignment arrows. The gray boxes are composed from a composite of YMC color panels.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Printer Adjustments. (Note: The image consists of sixteen Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 136: Reviewing The Color/Resin Ymck Self-Test
Use this card to confirm that image colors are properly reproduced. Image consists of sixteen graduated steps of RGB and YMCK. (Note: This print will provide maximum image size, giving complete card coverage on a CR-80 sized card.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 4-18...
Page 137: Reviewing The Card Count Self-Test
Use this option only applies if a Magnetic Encoding Module is installed in the Printer. (Note: The Printer will feed, encode and eject a card. Be sure to have high coercivity cards installed when running this test.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 4-19...
Page 138: Reviewing The Lamination Color/Resin Ymck+L Self-Test
(b) the Resin Panel is printing properly. (Note: The Image consists of twelve spot colors, YMC and RGB, as well as gray density bars and thin resin lines.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 4-20...
Page 139: Section 5: Ethernet Option Section
Changing the Log Name (continued)_______________________________________________ 5-32 Selecting the Log Type____________________________________________________________ 5-33 Selecting the Log Destination ____________________________________________________ 5-34 Setting up Email Event logging _____________________________________________________ 5-35 Specifying UDP Event logging _____________________________________________________ 5-36 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 140 Changing the Root Password _______________________________________________________ 5-42 Changing the Root Password (continued) ___________________________________________ 5-43 Upgrading the Print Server _________________________________________________________ 5-44 Upgrading the DTC400 and HDP600 Print Server (continued)___________________________ 5-45 Using the Reboot pages ______________________________________________________________ 5-46 Rebooting the Ethernet Server ______________________________________________________ 5-46...
Page 141: Introduction
The host PC must have installed the correct Printer Driver with Driver Ethernet support. (Note: This Driver must be configured for printing to the IP address of the Printer.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 142: Functional Specification - Ethernet Option
Provides a utility (IP Tracer) used to find Fargo Printers with Ethernet connection on a local network. (Note: This utility is included on the CD-ROM and online at www.fargo.com.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 143: Network Services - Overview
Users. (Note: These commands will query the state of the Printer and configure various settings for the Printer. These include network settings, logging setting, User names and User passwords.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 144: Network Management Interface
All commands entered will be sent to the Telnet client in the Printer. Enter help or ? to get an on-window list of supported Telnet commands. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Accessing the IP...
Page 145: Reviewing The Telnet Command Table
Reset the Ethernet interface for reset the Printer/Encoder. Send a ping command to another ping IP address as a test of the Ethernet interface. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Command Format reset ping <IPADDR>...
Page 146: Reviewing The Telnet Command Table (Continued)
Ethernet interface. user Display information about the defined User names and their type (root or guest privileges). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Command Format list all list diff list uptime...
Page 147 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Reviewing the Telnet Command Table (continued) Telnet Command Printer Printer HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Command Purpose Command Format Display information list lpq about print jobs and their settings. Display information list Printer about the Printer (i.e.,...
Page 148: Reviewing The Telnet Command Table (Continued)
HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Command Purpose Command Format Set the contact string. set sysinfo label [<STRING>] Set the location string. set sysinfo location [<STRING>] Set the label string.
Page 149: Reviewing The Telnet Command Table (Continued)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Reviewing the Telnet Command Table (continued) Telnet Command user passwd type from HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Command Purpose Command Format Add a new User set user add <NAME> definition. Up to four (4) Users may be defined.
Page 150: Reviewing The Telnet Command Table (Continued)
HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Command Purpose Command Format Store a new IP store net addr <ADDRESS> address. Store a new address store net mask <MASK> mask.
Page 151: Ethernet Web Pages - Standard Procedures
Printer. Users must have administrative rights and they must enter the correct password to alter settings of the Printer. See the section. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Command Purpose Command Format Save all current...
Page 152: Logging In
Press Enter or click on the OK button. If the name and password is not accepted, another login prompt will appear on screen. Repeat this procedure with the correct User name and password. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-14...
Page 153: Accessing The Home Pages
View the Home page. The Home pages display general information about the Printer, as shown in the next sections. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) as needed to get this from the LCD of the Printer.) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 154: Reviewing The Hdp600 Home Page
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the HDP600 Home Page HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 5-16...
Page 155: Reviewing The Home Page Categories And Fields (Table)
Set by Firmware Version Firmware (Print Server) Firmware Version (Printer) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Purpose Displays the unique fixed serial number of the Print Server. Displays the unique fixed serial number of the Printer.
Page 156: Configuring The Network Settings
The Network page displays the current network settings and allows the User to change the settings. Step Procedure Select the Network link from any web page of the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-18...
Page 157: Reviewing The Interface
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Interface The Interface display indicates the network speed supported by the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 5-19...
Page 158: Reviewing The Current Settings
These are also labeled as Dynamic if they were provided by DHCP or Static if they came from the Stored Settings.  The current settings will be Dynamic only if Obtain an IP address automatically was selected when the Printer was restarted last. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-20...
Page 159: Switching To The Automatic Ip Address Mode
Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) Reboot the Printer to affect this change. See the procedures in Reboot pages. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the 5-21...
Page 160: Changing To The Static Ip Address Mode
Select the Submit button to save these changes to stored settings in the memory of the Printer. (Note: These settings will not be lost if the power is removed from the Printer.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-22...
Page 161: Changing To The Static Ip Address Mode (Continued)
Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) Reboot the Printer to effect this change. See the Reviewing Web page security HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. procedure. 5-23...
Page 162: Entering The Tcp Window Size
Login as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) Reboot the Printer to effect this change. See the Reviewing Web page security HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. procedure. 5-24...
Page 163: Using The Clear Changes Button
Step Procedure Click on the Clear Changes button to delete the information in the textboxes in Stored Settings area. See the lower left corner of this display. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-25...
Page 164: Using The Tcp/Ip Page
View information on all current network connections in the TCP connections area. Review information on the network DHCP status in the DHCP Information area. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 5-26...
Page 165: Using The Tcp/Ip Status Web Page
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the TCP/IP Status Web Page See the Using the TCP/IP page procedure. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 5-27...
Page 166: Using The Printer Page
Printer. (Note: The current job that is being received by the interface is displayed as the active job.) Cancel a specific print job by selecting the appropriate Cancel button, which appears when a print job is queued. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-28...
Page 167: Reviewing The Printer Page (Continued)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Printer page (continued) See the previous page for descriptions of the fields. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 5-29...
Page 168: Using The System Log Page
The System Log page displays the current system log settings and allows the User to change the settings. (Note: These settings configure how system logging occurs. There are two logs.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 5-30...
Page 169: Changing The Log Name
By default the names are log1 and log2. However, you can rename them from this page. (Note: This also updates the link to the corresponding web page.) Step Procedure Select the System Log link. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 5-31...
Page 170: Changing The Log Name (Continued)
Click on the Submit button to save this change. Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-32...
Page 171: Selecting The Log Type
Select the Submit button. Login as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-33...
Page 172: Selecting The Log Destination
Select Submit. Login as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-34...
Page 173: Setting Up Email Event Logging
Select Submit. Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-35...
Page 174: Specifying Udp Event Logging
Select the link for the log name you want to view or configure (the default choices are log1 or log2). Select the UDP Syslog radio button. Enter a valid IP address or domain name. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-36...
Page 175: Specifying Udp Event Logging (Continued)
Select Submit. Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-37...
Page 176: Specifying Tcp Event Logging
Select the System Log link. Select the link for the log name you want to view or configure (the default choices are log1 or log2). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 177: Specifying Tcp Event Logging (Continued)
Log Messages: All system log messages would then be displayed in that Telnet session window. (Note: This is a one way connection for logging only. Any input to the Printer on this connection is ignored.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-39...
Page 178: Using The Administration Pages
To change an attribute, type the new entry in one of these boxes:  Label textbox  Location textbox  Contact textbox HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Home Continued on the next page 5-40...
Page 179: Using The System Information Page (Continued)
Select the Submit button. Log in as a root User if you are so prompted. Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-41...
Page 180: Changing The Root Password
Re-enter the new password in the Root Password Confirm textbox or leave it blank if you want to remove the old password. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 181: Changing The Root Password (Continued)
Log in as a root User (using the old password) if you are so prompted. (Note: Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-43...
Page 182: Upgrading The Print Server
Any change of setting will only be accepted after you have successfully logged in.) Select the Upgrade link. Select the Browse button. Navigate to and select the appropriate file to upload. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-44...
Page 183: Upgrading The Dtc400 And Hdp600 Print Server (Continued)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Upgrading the DTC400 and HDP600 Print Server (continued) Step Procedure Select the Upgrade button to start the Firmware upload. Select Reboot when requested. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-45...
Page 184: Using The Reboot Pages
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Using the Reboot pages Rebooting the DTC400 and HDP600 restarts only the Ethernet Print Server. Rebooting the Ethernet Server The Reboot page allows the User to restart the Ethernet Print Server. Step Procedure Select the Administration link.
Page 185: Rebooting The Ethernet Server (Continued)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Rebooting the Ethernet Server (continued) Step Procedure Click Yes when prompted. Wait for the Printer to reboot and display the home page. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-47...
Page 186: Resetting To Default Settings
Select the Reboot link. Select the Default button. Click the Yes button when prompted. Wait for the Printer to reboot and display the home page. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-48...
Page 187: Using The Help Page
Open this web page at the appropriate location by clicking on the Help book icon at the top of each page. See below. Review the web interface for the Ethernet-enabled Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-49...
Page 188: Additional Procedures
Off once per second (i.e., more ON than OFF) Off twice per second Left Blinking, off 1/3 second HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Indicates The Normal Mode, IP address is configured. The IP address is not configured.
Page 189: Reviewing The Dip Switches
Reviewing the Dip Switches For the DTC400, ON means a Dipswitch is down and OFF means a Dipswitch is up. For the HDP600, ON means a Dipswitch is to the left and OFF means a Dipswitch is to the right. Dipswitch Comments Allows Normal operation.
Page 190: Restoring The Factory Settings For Ethernet
 Dipswitch indicators: For the DTC400, ON means a Dipswitch is down and OFF means a Dipswitch is up. For the HDP600, ON means a Dipswitch is to the left and OFF means a Dipswitch is to the right. ...
Page 191: Accessing The Ip Address Of Your Printer
Wait up to one (1) minute to allow the Printer to configure the IP address. Select MENU on the LCD. Select System Info on the LCD. View the IP address displayed as a dotted quad number. Example: 168.192.1.1 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-53...
Page 192: Upgrading The Main Firmware With The Fargo Diagnostics Utility
Upgrading the Main Firmware with the Fargo Diagnostics Utility The Printer Server Firmware upgrades for the DTC400/HDP600 are done from the Upgrade web page for the Printer. See the Upgrade web page description. The Main Printer Firmware upgrades are done with the same procedure as the USB- connected Printer.
Page 193: Upgrading The Main Firmware With The Fargo Diagnostics Utility (Continued)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Upgrading the Main Firmware with the Fargo Diagnostics Utility (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 5-55...
Page 194: Ethernet Printer Troubleshooting Procedures
Verify that the port configuration of the PC Printer Driver is set to communicate to the Printer over the correct IP address. Frequently-asked Follow the Printing a test page HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) procedure. procedure. Questions. procedure.
Page 195: Verifying The Printer Connection
If your Printer has DHPC disabled, then:  The static IP address may have been previously set for a different subnet. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Ethernet Setup and Printer Driver Installation 5-57...
Page 196: Verifying That Your Pc Can Access The Printer Using The Ping Command
Display A - Example of sending a ping to the Printer with a successful response Display B - Example of ping timeout to an invalid IP address HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-58...
Page 197: Printing A Test Page
There may be a job in the Windows print queue which has stalled.  The Printer may be paused or set to operate offline in the Windows print queue. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-59...
Page 198: Reviewing Frequently-Asked Questions
How can I find the MAC address of my Ethernet Printer? HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Answer If your Printer has the RJ45 connector installed on the back of the Printer, then it has this Ethernet option installed.
Page 199: Reviewing Frequently-Asked Questions (Continued)
Can I print from my PC to an Ethernet Printer on a different network segment? HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Answer You can find it in the LCD of the Printer if the Ethernet option is functioning properly.
Page 200 Printer? What is the default User name and password for the Printer? HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Answer No. The IP-Tracer can only locate Fargo-compatible Printers located in the same network segment (as the PC running IP-Tracer).
Page 201: Reviewing Frequently-Asked Questions (Continued)
PC Printer Driver to connect to a different Printer or different IP address? HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Answer Reviewing the Dip Switches. Factory default settings will be restored to the Printer if power is applied to the Printer with Dipswitch 1 in the ON position and Dipswitch 2 in the OFF position.
Page 202: Reviewing Frequently-Asked Questions (Continued)
Printer? How do I configure my Printer’s IP settings? HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Answer Follow this procedure. 1. Open the Printer Driver properties window. 2. Select Start -> Settings -> Printers and Faxes -> [your Printer Driver] ->...
Page 203: Reviewing Frequently-Asked Questions (Continued)
Windows to verify the Ethernet configuration of the Printer and Printer Driver? HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Answer You can use the web pages if you know the current IP address. See the Accessing the Home You can use Fargo IP-Tracer which allows you to find Fargo-compatible Printers and specify their addresses.
Page 204: Glossary Of Terms
This is the address of the server that provides the translation from a Address descriptive name to an IP address. DNS Domain This is the suffix to be added to the domain name make a complete Suffix name. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-66...
Page 205: Glossary Of Terms (Continued)
A common utility or command that sends a message to network devices asking for a return message. (Note: This is used to diagnose if the device is on the network or to troubleshoot the connection.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 5-67...
Page 206: Section 6: Card Lamination Module
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Section 6: Card Lamination Module Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section is to provide the User with specific information on Printer adjustment procedures.
Page 207: Reviewing The Card Lamination Module
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Reviewing the Card Lamination Module HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 208: Safety Messages (Review Carefully)
To prevent equipment or media damage, take jewelry off of fingers and hands, as well as thoroughly clean hands to remove oil and debris before working on the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 209: Opening The Card Lamination Module
Open the Top Cover of the Lamination Module by lifting up on its bottom edge and tilting it back into its fully open position. (Note: The Top Cover is designed to hold its last position to prevent it from falling shut.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 210: Opening The Card Lamination Module (Continued)
(Note: The Lamination Station must be closed securely in order for your Printer to operate. It is also recommended that the Top Cover be closed whenever laminating for reliability and safety reasons.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 211: Adjusting The Card Lamination Module
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Adjusting the Card Lamination Module The HDP600 supports the attachment of an optional Card Lamination Module. This Module can be ordered pre-installed on the Printer from the factory or can be ordered separately as a field upgradeable Module. Once attached, the Card Lamination Module allows you to apply Fargo certified overlaminates for more secure, tamper-resistant cards.
Page 212: Section 7: Printer Adjustments
Section 7: Printer Adjustments Important: The HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 Printers have their own Printer Driver. However, the majority of the procedures in this section apply for all HDP600 Printers. Please see the Card tab section for different functionality between the two Printers.
Page 213 Selecting the Lamination Type______________________________________________________ 7-70 Adjusting the Transfer Dwell Time and Transfer Temperature _____________________________ 7-71 Selecting the Sensors button and Defaults button________________________________________ 7-71 Selecting the Sensors button and Defaults button________________________________________ 7-72 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 214: Safety Messages (Review Carefully)
To prevent equipment or media damage, take jewelry off of fingers and hands, as well as thoroughly clean hands to remove oil and debris before working on the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 215: Adjusting The Card Size
30 mil thickness, it is necessary to make simple adjustments to the Printer.)  Wider Cards: HDP600 does not accommodate wider loads. Please consult with your Fargo sales representative if you have wider card needs. ...
Page 216: Printing On Alternate Card Stocks
The best-looking card always starts with the cleanest card surface. Dirt and debris on a card can show up as blemishes on the card surface and may reduce the life of the image itself. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 217: Selecting The Appropriate Hdp Printer Driver Settings
YMCKH Panel Ribbon provides a Heat Seal Panel that aids in transferring to matte- finished cards and requires a lower transfer temperature. (Note: Only matte-finished cards with a surface roughness (Ra) of 60 micro inches or less are recommended.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Transfer Temp 190º...
Page 218: Conducting The Tape Adhesion Test
Remove the tape by smoothly and rapidly (approximately 2 inches/second (50mm/sec)) pulling it up at a perpendicular (90 degree) angle to the card. (Note: The IPC recommends a minimum of three tests for each card type evaluation.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 219: Conducting The Tape Adhesion Test (Continued)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Conducting the Tape adhesion Test (continued) FAIL: Significant transfer to tape PASS: Very slight transfer to tape PASS: Absolutely NO transfer to tape HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 220 PVC surfaces.)  Ensure that the cards (in use) have a surface roughness (Ra) of 60 micro inches or less. This information should be available from the card manufacturer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 221: Printer Driver Options
Printer self test while you were setting up the Printer. Once installed, the HDP Card Printer icon will appear in the Printers folder.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-10...
Page 222: Setting Up The Printer Driver
Procedure Click the Start button, point to Settings and select Printers. Click on the HDP600 icon with the right mouse button and select Document Defaults... if using Window NT or Printing Preferences... if using Windows 2000/XP. (Note: If you would like to permanently save the Printer Driver settings so you will not need to change them again, do so through the main Printer Driver setup window described above.
Page 223: Using The Card Tab (Hdp600/Hdp600-Lc)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Card tab (HDP600/HDP600-LC) Use this option to control specific Printer functions. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 7-12...
Page 224: Using The Card Tab (Hdp600 Cr100/Hdp600-Lc Cr100)
For this reason, when designing a card format, always set the card size or page size within the card design program to the exact Print Length and Width dimensions listed in the Printer Driver.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-13...
Page 225: Selecting The Card Size (Hdp600 And Hdp600-Lc)
Select the appropriate card option:  CR-80: This selection is the default form size for the HDP600. This will print a 2.125 X 3.374 image including a .04 over-bleed on each of the 4 sides making the overall form size 2.204 X 3.452 (56 X 87.7 mm).
Page 226: Selecting The Card Size (Hdp600 And Hdp600-Lc) (Continued)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Card Size (HDP600 and HDP600-LC) (continued) See three previous procedures. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 7-15...
Page 227: Selecting The Custom Card Size
Width and Print Length boxes if using a card size that varies from the CR-80, CR-90 or CR-100. b. Add .04" (1mm) to each dimension to ensure Edge-to-Edge printing. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-16...
Page 228: Selecting The Card Type (All Hdp600 Printers)
Caution: If the appropriate option is not selected, the wrong Dwell Time and temperature may be used during the image transfer process, which may result in poor adhesion of the HDP Film or warping of the card.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-17...
Page 229: Selecting The Card Type (Continued)
Click on the Image Transfer tab to adjust the Dwell Time and temperature sliders to the appropriate settings. (Note: These settings will be saved for the custom card type when the Printer Driver setup window is closed.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-18...
Page 230: Selecting The Card Hopper (Hdp600 And Hdp600-Lc Only)
Hopper 1. Select Hopper 2 to print only from Hopper 2 in this same fashion HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-19...
Page 231: Selecting The Card Hopper (Hdp600 Cr100 And Hdp600-Lc Cr100 Only)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Card Hopper (HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 only) There is only one (1) Input Hopper for one hundred (100) CR100 cards. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 7-20...
Page 232: Setting The Orientation
Select Landscape to cause the card to print in a horizontal orientation, as shown below. Specifying the number of Copies Specifies the number of copies to be printed. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-21...
Page 233: Selecting The Diagnostics Button
Resin print on the front side of the card and a Resin or black only image on the backside. This image is the same as what is supplied in the Printer’s Supply Pack. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 7-22...
Page 234: Selecting The About Button
Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the About button Select the About button to open a dialog box containing the copyright information as well as the driver’s version number and date code. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 7-23...
Page 235: Using The Device Options Tab (Hdp600/Hdp600-Lc)
Using the Device Options tab (HDP600/HDP600-LC) The HDP600 Printing Preferences window is used throughout this section for consistency within this document. See the HDP600 Printing Preferences windows (as needed for your specific Printer). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 236: Using The Device Options Tab (Hdp600 Cr100/ Hdp600-Lc Cr100)
Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Device Options tab (HDP600 CR100/ HDP600-LC CR100) The HDP600 OS CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Device Options tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 237: Adjusting The Ribbon Type
YMCKK: Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Resin Black, Resin Black  YMCKH: Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Resin Black, Heat Seal (Note: This is not available on the HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 238: Adjusting The Film Type
This setting is located via this path: Menu > Print Test Image > Film: When you get to the Film: setting, press the Select button to cycle between Clear and Holographic film. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-27...
Page 239: Adjusting For The Color Matching
Algebraic option but through a more complex color matching algorithm. (Note: This option shifts colors more radically so the colors in the image will more closely match how they appear on screen.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-28...
Page 240: Adjusting For The Color Tone - Natural Or Enhanced
Natural, the default selection is the standard HDP Series Color Tone. This gives the image more brightness, especially in the lighter tones.  Enhanced gives the image a softer look with more detail in the lighter tones. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-29...
Page 241: Adjusting For The Resin Dither
Procedure Select Optimized for Photo when printing photo quality images with resin. Select Optimized for Graphics when printing lower quality images (e.g., clipart, logos, etc.) with resin. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-30...
Page 242: Using The Print Both Sides Option
If an odd number of pages are printed to the Driver while this option is selected, then the Printer will print an additional blank side and transfer it to the card.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-31...
Page 243: Using The Split 1 Set Of Ribbon Panels Option
(Note #1: This option is automatically enabled when the YMCKK Ribbon type is selected.) (Note #2: This option is not available if using a YMCKH or YMC Print Ribbon.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-32...
Page 244: Using The Print Back Side First Option
If you need to print the resin black on the chip-side of the Smartcard. The second page of the document will be printed on the front side of the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-33...
Page 245: Using The Print Back Side Only Option
 The second page of the document will then be printed on the back of a second card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-34...
Page 246: Using The Rotate Front 180 Degrees Or Rotate Back 180 Degrees Options
180 degrees when printed. Select the Rotate Back 180 Degrees option to rotate the image on the back of the card by 180 degrees when printed. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-35...
Page 247: Using The Print In Single Card Mode Option
Select this option only when printing to multiple Printers sharing print jobs over a network. (Note: In this case, this option ensures that all Printers share evenly all print jobs.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-36...
Page 248: Using The Disable Printing Option
Select this option to ensure no print data will be sent to the Printer (while all encoding instructions will be sent according to how they are configured within the software). This option also allows you to laminate the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-37...
Page 249: Using The Image Color Tab (Hdp600)
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Using the Image Color tab (HDP600) Use this tab to adjust color properties. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Image Color tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.) Step Procedure Select the Algebraic color matching option (see the Device Options tab,...
Page 250: Using The Image Color Tab (Continued)
Move the slide to the right to cause more heat to be used, thus generating a darker print. (Note: This slide only affects those images printed with dye-sublimation Ribbon Panels (YMC).) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-39...
Page 251 Move the slide to the right to cause more heat to be used, causing resin images to be darker or more saturated. (Note: This control can be helpful for fine-tuning the sharpness of resin text and bar codes.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-40...
Page 252: Using The Image Color Tab
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Using the Image Color tab Step Procedure As needed, return all options to their factory settings by clicking on the Default button. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-41...
Page 253: Using The Image Transfer Tab
Using the Image Transfer tab Use this tab to adjust the Image Position, Transfer Dwell Time and Transfer Temperature. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Image Transfer tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 254: Adjusting The Image Position Controls
The Card Illustration (shown in the Image Position box) will flip and rotate according to the selection of Portrait, Landscape or Rotate 180 Degrees.  The outline around the illustration will always remain in the same Landscape orientation. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-43...
Page 255 Printer if a negative number is entered. (Note: The maximum value for the Vertical and Horizontal adjustments is ±100 Pixels (10 Pixels = 0.03 (.8mm).) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-44...
Page 256: Adjusting The Transfer Dwell Time And Temperature
If the Film is transferring properly, perform a final durability test called the Tape Test. For instructions on how to do a tape test, see Conducting the Tape adhesion Test procedure. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-45...
Page 257: Using The K Panel Resin Tab
Printer, the Print All Black With K Panel (options) and the Defined Areas. Use this tab to control where the resin black (K) Panel of a full-color Ribbon is printed. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same K Panel Resin tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.)
Page 258: Selecting The Full Card With The K Panel Resin Tab
Step Procedure Select the Full Card option to print the resin black (K) Panel for all black found within all areas of the image, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-47...
Page 259: Selecting The Defined Area(S) With The K Panel Resin Tab
Procedure Select the Defined Area(s) option to print the resin black (K) Panel for all black found only in an area or areas defined, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-48...
Page 260: Selecting The Undefined Area(S) With The K Panel Resin Tab
Select the Undefined Area(s) option to print the resin black (K) Panel for all black found only in the space outside the areas defined, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-49...
Page 261: Defining The Area To Activate The Card Grid
.2 x .2 (5mm x 5mm) and at its default location in the lower left-hand corner (0,0). (Note: This square represents the first defined area.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-50...
Page 262: Measuring The Total Card Area
Measure the total area and enter those dimensions into the dimension boxes. (Note: The minimum size an area can be is .2 x .2 (5mm x 5mm).) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-51...
Page 263: Measuring The Area To Be Positioned On The Card
Enter these values into the X and Y boxes, as shown below. c. Note that the card grid lines are spaced at .2 (5mm) intervals. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-52...
Page 264: Selecting The Print Ymc Under The K And Print K Only Options
Select the Print K Only option to print all black in the designated areas only with the resin black (K) Panel or to print resin black onto a white background to maximize the sharpness of printed text and barcodes. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-53...
Page 265: Using The Magnetic Encoding Tab
Using the Magnetic Encoding tab Use these options only if the Printer has an optional Magnetic Stripe Encoding Module installed. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Magnetic Encoding tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.)
Page 266: Using The Encoding Mode Option
Stripe Encoding Modules.  Change the encoding mode and coercivity setting or modify the ISO standards for tracks 1, 2 and 3, by correctly modifying these Magnetic Encoding options. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-55...
Page 267: Using The Encoding Mode Option (Continued)
JIS II mode.) (Note #2: A JIS II Magnetic Head must be installed in the Printer to use any of the JIS II options in the Driver.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-56...
Page 268: Encoding The Mode/Coercivity/Magnetic Track Selection
Select the Magnetic Track Selection option to specify which track is to be configured through the Magnetic Track Options (if the application being used requires customization of the standard ISO encoding process). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-57...
Page 269: Encoding The Mode/Coercivity/Magnetic Track Selection (Continued)
Set these options back to the ISO standard settings once they have been changed by selecting the Default button for each of the separate tracks. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-58...
Page 270: Reviewing The Magnetic Track Options
After making the required selection, the Magnetic Track Options box displays the current set of customization options for the selected track.  Remember that each track must be customized independently of the other two. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-59...
Page 271: Reviewing The Enable Mle Support Checkbox
Multi-Language Extension (MLE) support in Windows XP can cause text strings to be broken up into fragments. This fragmentation of the text string prevents magnetic encoding. Step Procedure Check this box to allow the Driver to process the fragmented text. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-60...
Page 272: Reviewing The Verification Options
(Note: When this occurs, press the Cancel soft key to Guidely eject the mistakenly verified card. This option is helpful since Magnetic Stripe verification can sometimes require more than a single pass.)) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-61...
Page 273: Reviewing The Shift Data Left
Select this option to shift the recorded magnetic data to the left-hand side of the card's Magnetic Stripe. (Note: This is useful in situations that require cards to be readable with insert type readers.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-62...
Page 274: Reviewing The Iso Track Locations
The magnetic Encoding Module encodes onto tracks in accordance with an ISO 7811-2 Magnetic Stripe. For track locations, review the display below. 0.223" 0.353" 0.493" TRACK1 0.110" TRACK2 0.110" TRACK3 0.110" HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 0.130" 0.140" 7-63...
Page 275: Sending The Track Information
When segmenting track data, the appropriate Field Separator (FS) must be used. The table below shows the SS, ES, FS and the valid characters defined for each track. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-64...
Page 276: Reviewing The Sample String
Track 3: ~3;1234567890987654321? Start Track Sentinel Sentinel Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Field Valid Characters Separator ASCII 32-95 (See the table below.) ASCII 48-63 (See the table below.) ASCII 48-63 (See the table below.)
Page 277: Reviewing The Ascii Code And Character Table
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Reviewing the ASCII Code and Character Table ASCII Code Character space & HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) ASCII Code Character ASCII Code < > Fargo Electronics, Inc. Character 7-66...
Page 278: Using The Lamination Tab (Only With Card Lamination Module)
Module) Use this option to control specific Printer functions. These options allow you to control the Printer's Lamination process. (Note: The HDP600 CR100 Printing Preferences window has the same Lamination tab functionality as the HDP600 Printing Preferences window.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 279: Selecting The Lamination Position
Printer, enter a negative number. (Note: The adjustment arrows point in the direction the patch will move on the card. The maximum value for the Horizontal adjustment is ±100 Pixels (10 Pixels = about .03/.8mm).) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-68...
Page 280: Selecting The Lamination Side
Select the No Lamination option if you do not want to use the Printer's built-in Laminator. b. Select Laminate Front Side, Laminate Back Side or Laminate Both Sides to specify the side(s) of the card to laminate. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-69...
Page 281: Selecting The Lamination Type
Select the PolyGuard Alternating Patch option only if using PolyGuard material that has alternating patch configurations on the same roll (e.g., full patch on the front of the card and half patch on the back). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-70...
Page 282: Adjusting The Transfer Dwell Time And Transfer Temperature
Lamination Sensor. See below. Click on the Default button to return the Transfer Dwell Time and Transfer Temperature to the Default settings for the Lamination Type being used. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-71...
Page 283 This Sensor is not used if applying Thermal Transfer Film overlaminate.)  The material must be loaded into the Laminator and the Lam material mark must not be over Sensor. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 7-72...
Page 284: Section 8: Cleaning ________________________________________________________
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Section 8: Cleaning Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. This Section deals with the Printer’s internal and external maintenance in regards to the unit's cleaning and general upkeep. (Note: The Printer should be cleaned on a regular basis to insure that the Printer consistently produces high quality output.)
Page 285: Using The Required Supplies
(with integral resistor) connected to an ESD ground. At a minimum, make positive contact with the bare metal chassis of the Printer with the hand prior to touching any internal electrical components. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 286: Safety Messages (Review Carefully)
To prevent equipment or media damage, take jewelry off of fingers and hands, as well as thoroughly clean hands to remove oil and debris before working on the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 287: Cleaning Inside The Printer
Clean it only with a Cleaning Pad from the Printer Cleaning Kit. Caution: Do not use cleaning solvents of any kind or spray the cabinet with a cleaner! HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 288: Cleaning The Printhead
Use a Printhead Cleaning Pen from the Printer Cleaning Kit to firmly wipe back and forth across the surface of the Printhead. Close Lamination Arm once the Printhead is completely dry. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 289: Replacing The Card Cleaning Tape
Insert the Cleaning Cartridge back into the Printer. Caution: Be sure to push down on the cartridge until it clicks into place. If the cartridge is not inserted properly, the Printer will not feed cards. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 290 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. See the previous procedure in this section. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3)
Page 291: Cleaning The Magnetic Encoder
(Note: You will need to work quickly because the alcohol will dry once it is removed from the envelope.) Insert the card onto the Flipper Table. See below HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 292: Cleaning The Magnetic Encoder (Continued)
Be aware that the card can be used only once as it will dry out quickly. (Note: If it dries out before you clean the Roller, a new card must be used.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 293: Cleaning The Platen And Transfer Rollers
If using a Printer with a Card Lamination Module (attached), wipe the Lamination Transfer Roller clean as well. Replace the printing supplies and close the Print and Transfer Stations after the Rollers are clean and completely dry. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 8-10...
Page 294: Cleaning The Transfer Rollers Using The Cleaning Card
Lamination Transfer Roller as well. c. Eject this card through the Output side of the Printer. Replace the printing supplies and close the Print and Transfer Stations. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 8-11...
Page 295 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Section 9: Packing the Card Printer Important: The procedure in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section to provide the User with a specific packing procedure for the HDP600.
Page 296: Section 10: Board Level Diagnostics _________________________________________
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Section 10: Board Level Diagnostics Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section to provide the User with specific Board Level Diagnostic procedures for Board Errors and Sensor Testing for the HDP600.
Page 297: Board Errors
As an alternative to replacing the Main Print Board, the chip U21 may be replaced. (Note: Fargo recommends that only a qualified electronics technician perform this procedure.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 10-2...
Page 298: Resolving The Dram Memory Error
As an alternative to replacing the Main Print Board, the chip U22 may be replaced. (Note: Fargo recommends that only a qualified electronics technician perform this procedure.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 10-3...
Page 299: Resolving The Fpga Error
Open the upper Module to find the Ribbon Sensor orientation. (Note: The numbers indicate the location on J9, as shown in the Sensor Location and Voltages table below.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 10-4...
Page 300: Reviewing The Sensor Locations And Voltages
D860112 Ribbon Mark Sensor 2 D860112 Ribbon Mark Sensor 3 D860112 Ribbon Mark Sensor 4 D860112 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Location Low Range (VDC) J4 pin 12 Unblocked (.17 or lower) J4 pin 8 Unblocked (.17 or...
Page 301 Flipper Table Card Sensor D860096 Print Film Sensor D860146 / D860098 Transfer Film Sensor D860146 / D860098 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) J9 pin 3 Blocked (.8 or lower) J6 pin 8 Covered (.9 or lower) J6 pin 4 Covered (.9 or...
Page 302: Reviewing The Motor Locations And Cables
D860097 Ribbon Take Up Motor D840980 Ribbon Supply Motor D840980 Film Take Up Motor D860097 Film Supply Motor D860055 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Cable Location D860130 D860129 D860119 D860120 D860117 J28 (1-2)
Page 303 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Section 11: LCD On-Line Menu Navigation Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section to provide the User with specific procedures for LCD On-Line Menu Navigation, Test Image Printing and Printer Setup for the HDP600.
Page 304 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting from the HDP600 Menu Option Structure Tree See Appendix A for the two (2) HDP600 Menu Option Structure Trees. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 11-2...
Page 305 300. (Note: For example, 0.100 in. multiplied by 300 equals 30 Pixels (0.1 x 300 = 30).)  The alignment test image is designed for setting these parameters. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-3...
Page 306 If the settings are lost due to replacing the Main Print Board, set the starting values to the settings listed on the label inside of the Printer. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 307 Set baseline for CR-80 to -15 and CR-100 to -30 and press the Select button. Select Transfer TOF. Set to +40 and press the Select button. Select the Transfer EOF button. Set to ZERO and press the Select button. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-5...
Page 308 Repeat Steps 4 to 5 until the jagged edge of the transfer film touches the back edge of the alignment arrows. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Preparing to procedure for proper sequence.
Page 309 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Aligning the Print Offset (continued) Step Procedure Proceed to Adjusting Transfer TOF to center the image on the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-7...
Page 310 Repeat steps 2-5 until the jagged edge of the transfer film touches the back edge of the alignment arrows HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. procedure for proper...
Page 311 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Setting the Transfer TOF (continued) Step Procedure Proceed to Adjusting Transfer EOF to center the image on the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-9...
Page 312 Adjust the Transfer EOF to -99. Using the Diagnostics Utility, print any one card from the Sample Cards tab.  The diagnostics utility can be accessed through Printer preferences as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-10...
Page 313  See Using the Gap Distance Table. This table will convert this “Gap” distance into an approximate adjustment value. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-11...
Page 314 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Gap Distance Table HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 11-12...
Page 315 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Gap Distance Table (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 11-13...
Page 316 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Using the Gap Distance Table (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 11-14...
Page 317 Print a test card as described in Step 1. Repeat Steps 1 to 6 until the Film is applied smoothly to the card without wrinkles or creases. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Preparing to adjust the procedure for proper sequence.
Page 318 Repeat Steps 1 to 6 (above) until the Ribbon wrinkle is alleviated. b. Refer to the HDP Transfer Film display. See procedure. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Setting the Transfer TOF 11-16...
Page 319 Print a test card as described in Step 1. Repeat Steps 1 to 7 until the Film transfers correctly to the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Selecting the Appropriate HDP Printer Driver...
Page 320 To select the proper resistance value, choose the setting that is closest to the value on the Printhead.) Press the Save button to save the value. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-18...
Page 321 Caution: The Ribbon may jam or break if the setting is too high. Press Save to save the value. Print a test card as described in Step 1. Repeat Steps 1 to 7 until the image darkness is correct. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-19...
Page 322 Select MENU, Setup Printer and Encoder Settings. Change the desired option as needed. Example: Adding a Mag Encoder change MAG from No to Yes. Press SELECT to change the value. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-20...
Page 323 Magnetic TOF setting. If the Start Sentinel is too close to the leading edge of the card, increase (or make positive) the Magnetic TOF setting. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-21...
Page 324 0.293 inches: Represents measured SS distance (inches) x 300 steps per  7.4 mm: Represents measured SS distance (millimeter) x 11.8 steps per Example: (0.293 – 0.284) x 300 = 2.7 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-22...
Page 325 Step 1 in this same procedure. Repeat Steps 1 to 6 until the Magnetic TOF is correct. Trailing Edge of Card HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) .293“ / 7.44mm Magnetic Track Data Fargo Electronics, Inc.
Page 326 Home See the Menu Tree in this section for their use. All settings can be tested from this Menu. Press the Save button to save the value. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-24...
Page 327 Change the setting in small increments if the card is not feeding or Flipping correctly. (Note: A negative adjustment will lower the side of the Flipper Table closest to the Exit Hopper.) Press the Save button to save the value. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-25...
Page 328 Lamination Module.) Card Output Side of Printer (Leading Edge of Card) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Rear of Printer Direction card travels through printer Front of Printer Fargo Electronics, Inc. Card Input...
Page 329 Use this setting to change the nominal setting of the Lamination Roller. (Note: In most cases, this will not need to be changed, as more direct control of the Lamination Roller can be achieved through the Printer Driver.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-27...
Page 330 In most cases, this information is only necessary for certain warranty requirements, however, it can also be a helpful way to measure a Printer's overall work cycle.) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-28...
Page 331 Upgrade by selecting SYSTEM UPGRADE. The LCD will prompt: Are you sure you want to continue? Select YES to begin the System Upgrade, select NO to return to the READY screen. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 11-29...
Page 332: Section 12: Firmware Updates
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Section 12: Firmware Updates Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section is to provide the User with information on the internal software or Firmware, which controls all aspects of the Printer's operation.
Page 333 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation. Once installed, the Firmware Updater icon will appear in the Start/Programs/Fargo folder. Select the Firmware Updater icon displayed below to open the Firmware Updater application program. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 12-2...
Page 334: Downloading Firmware Updates
Once the file has been downloaded, navigate to the location where the file was saved. (Note: The Firmware Update file has been compressed for ease of downloading.) b. Decompress the file by double-clicking on the designated icon. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. site: 12-3...
Page 335: Updating The Printer's Firmware
The clock will be indicated on the LCD Display. From the Firmware Updater software, click the Send Update button to bring up the Firmware Updater dialog box, as shown below. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 12-4...
Page 336 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Updating the Main Firmware (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 12-5...
Page 337 If the upgrade was not successful, the LCD will either display Upgrade Failed or Upgrade Firmware Now on boot up. b. If you receive this message, try updating the Firmware again. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 12-6...
Page 338: Updating The Lcd Firmware
If the upgrade was not successful, the LCD will display Upgrade Failed or Upgrade Firmware Now on boot up.  If you receive this message, try updating the Firmware again. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 12-7...
Page 339 RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Updating the LCD Firmware (continued) HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 12-8...
Page 340: Section 13: Fargo Technical Support
Important: The procedures in this section apply for the HDP600/HDP600-LC and HDP600 CR100/HDP600-LC CR100 card Printers. The purpose of this section to provide the User with an efficient, step-by-step procedure to be used when contacting Fargo Technical Support as needed for the HDP600. Contacting Fargo Technical Support Step...
Page 341: Reading The Serial Numbers On A Fargo Printer
(e.g., the digits 28 indicate week 28 of that year). 3. A1280224: The last four digits indicate the sequence number for the numeric order in which the Printers were built. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 13-2...
Page 342: Section 14: Reviewing Spare Parts Lists
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 14: Reviewing Spare Parts Lists Reviewing Spare Parts List for HDP600, HDP600-LC, HDP600 CR100 and HDP600-LC CR100 HDP600 Series Recommended Spare Parts List Effective Date: To be added at a later date For current pricing see http://www.fargopartner.com/support_services/...
Page 343: Section 15: Glossary Of Terms
Black Dye-Sublimation panels are distinguished from the black panel using resin by the use of B for Dye-Sublimation black. K denotes resin black. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 344 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-2...
Page 345 The panel on the Printer from which the user can control Printer functions. The Printer is usually composed of the control buttons and an LED or LCD display. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 346 A small array of mechanical switches installed on the Board that In-line Package can be configured to change Printer operations including Switches) providing a variety of self-tests. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-4...
Page 347 Printer can process the file. Duplex Printing Printing on the front and the back of the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-5...
Page 348 Encoder (Smart An electro-mechanical interface to transfer data from the PC to a Card) chip or Magnetic Stripe built into the card. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-6...
Page 349 Some models require a chip change for updates; some Firmware can be changed by reprogramming from the PC. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 350 Increasing the number of dots in a given area increases the darkness even though the individual dots stay the same size. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 351 IC (Integrated Circuit) An electronic device that contains many individual circuits interconnected and placed within a discrete package. ID (Identification) An abbreviation for identification. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-9...
Page 352 LAN (Local Area An array of several computers connected through a series of data Network) transfer cables for the sharing of data and peripherals. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-10...
Page 353 Mag Verify A process to confirm proper magnetic encoding. After encoding, the information is read off back and compared to the intended string. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-11...
Page 354 A resin-like substance that is transferred by the Printhead to the card surface over a printed dye image to prevent image fading, increase abrasion durability and prevent dye migration. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 355 Any device that is attached externally to a PC. These often share the same data cable or port as a Printer and can be the source of communication problems. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 356 Buffer and spooler. Print Server A device used to connect and control a Printer on a network. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-14...
Page 357 A set of characters loaded into the Printer memory that can be programmed to print those characters on the card without rasterizing the image. Resin A semi-solid material. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-15...
Page 358 (for moving cards). RS-232 An interface standard, established in 1969 by the Electronic Industries Association, regarding the connecting of computer peripherals. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-16...
Page 359 Instructions saved in computer memory that directs the computer to perform certain tasks and functions. Spooler A computer application that allows the spooling of print jobs. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-17...
Page 360 Thermistor An electronic resistor on the Printhead with a resistance value that varies in proportion to the heat to which it is exposed. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page...
Page 361 The process of installing a new revision of software or Firmware to implement new changes to the Printer's command codes and procedures. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Continued on the next page 15-19...
Page 362 The designation of colored Ribbon by the panels of color in the order in which they are printed: Yellow (Y), Magenta (M), Cyan (C), Black (K), Overlay (O), Black (K) (used for backside, black only printing). HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. 15-20...
Page 363: Section 16: Index
Calibrating, 15-3 Can’t Find Card Error, 4-3 Cancel button, 2-19 Cancel Prompt, 4-2 Cancel soft key, 7-62 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Card Capacity, 2-8 Card Cleaning Assembly, 2-16 Card Count, 4-19 Card Design, 2-23...
Page 364 Edge-to-Edge printing, 7-18 EE Checksum Error, 10-2 EE Error, 4-4 EE Memory, 15-6 EE Memory Error, 10-2 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory), 15-6 EEPROM Erased, 4-4...
Page 365 Image orientation, 7-43 Image Position controls, 7-43 Image Transfer tab, 7-18, 7-19 Input, 15-10 Input Hopper, 15-10 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Input Hopper Card Capacity, 2-10 Interface, 2-10 interface cable, 12-4 Intermediate Transfer Media (InTM), 15-10...
Page 366 Output, 15-12 Output hopper, 15-12 Output Hopper Card Capacity, 2-11 Overlaminate, 2-28, 15-13 Overlaminate Design, 2-29 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Overlaminate Options (HDP600-LC only), 2-11 Overlay, 15-12 Oversized Cards, 15-13 Packing the Printer, 9-12...
Page 367 RFID (Radio Frequency Identification), 15-16 RGB, 4-18 RGB (Red/Green/Blue), 15-16 Ribbon, 15-16 Ribbon / Cards, 1-2 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. Ribbon cable, 15-16 Ribbon Drive adjustment, 11-17 Ribbon is out!, 4-10 ribbon Panels, 7-32...
Page 368 Printer, 13-1 Troubleshooting, 4-1, 15-19 TrueType (TT), 15-19 TrueType black text and TrueType barcodes, 7-46 TÜ V-EMC, 2-6 HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) Fargo Electronics, Inc. UL, 2-6 UltraCard, 15-19 UltraCard III, 15-19 UltraCard IIIs-Glossy PVC, 7-7, 7-17...
Page 369: Section 17: Appendix A
RESTRICTED USE ONLY Fargo Electronics, Inc. Section 17: Appendix A Attached please find the two (2) HDP600 Menu Option Structure Trees. HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder User Guide (Rev. 2.3) 17-1...
Page 370 Print Test Image Clean Printer OK/ Clean Now Setup Printer MENU System Info System Upgrade HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder – CR-100 and CR-80 Menu Tree Image Darkness Resin Darkness Alignment Test YMC Color Bars Print Offset Print Card Count...
Page 371 Print Test Image Clean Printer OK/ Clean Now Setup Printer MENU System Info System Upgrade HDP600 High Definition Card Printer/Encoder – CR-100 and CR-80 Menu Tree Image Darkness Resin Darkness Alignment Test YMC Color Bars Print Offset Print Card Count...

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Table of Contents

Section 2: Specifications

Section 3: Installation Procedures

Section 4: General Troubleshooting

Section 5: Ethernet Option Section

Network Services - Overview

Network Management Interface

Telnet Command Line Interface

Ethernet Web Pages - Standard Procedures

Additional Procedures

Ethernet Printer Troubleshooting Procedures

Reviewing Frequently-Asked Questions

Glossary of Terms

Section 6: Card Lamination Module

Section 7: Printer Adjustments

Section 8: Cleaning

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