Victor Data Systems CX-120 Series Startup Manual

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Direct Dye Sublimation Printer
CX-120
Read Me First
s Notes for Safe Operation
s Before Using
Setup
s Setting Up the Printer
Installation of Software
s Installation of USB driver
s Installation of status monitor
How to Read the Electronic Instruction Manual
Thank for purchasing this product.
Please read this manual carefully before use to ensure correct operation.
It is particularly important to read the Notes for safe operation. After reading,
retain this manual carefully for future reference.
The product number is important for quality control. Upon purchase, check the back
of the unit to make sure that the product number is correctly displayed.
Notes about this manual
(1) This manual may not be reprinted in any way without permission.
(2) The contents of this manual, as well as the specifications and design of this product,
may change without notice.
(3) The illustrations used in this manual may differ slightly from the actual product.
See pages 5 to 8
See pages 10 to 17
See pages 19 to 21
See page 23
Startup Guide
Setup and Basic Usage of the Printer
Changing of Ink
Setting / Replacement of Card
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
See pages 11 to 13
See pages 14 to 16
See pages 24 to 27
See pages 28 to 35
KAT- T

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  • Page 1 Startup Guide Setup and Basic Usage of the Printer Direct Dye Sublimation Printer CX-120 Read Me First Changing of Ink s Notes for Safe Operation s Before Using See pages 5 to 8 See pages 11 to 13 Setup Setting / Replacement of Card s Setting Up the Printer See pages 10 to 17 See pages 14 to 16...
  • Page 2: Declaration Of Conformity

    EN61000-3-2:2000 EN61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001 EN60950-1:2001 EN50364:2001 EN300330-2:V1.1.1 EN301 489-03:V1.4.1 Manufacture: Victor Data Systems Co., Ltd. 2969-2, Ishikawa-cho, Hachioji-shi, Tokyo, 192-8620, Japan Importer and distributer: Year to begin affixing CE Marking: 2005 Hachioji-shi, March. , 2005 Place, Date Tateki Hisanaga General Manager-Quality Control...
  • Page 3 For USA only NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursu- ant to part 15 the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harm- ful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notes for safe operation ......5 Checking Connection with the Host Computer ..........22 Before use ............ 7 How to read the electronic manual ....23 Printer Characteristics ........... 7 Content of the Instruction Manual (electronic Checking Accessories ........... 7 manual) ............
  • Page 5: Notes For Safe Operation

    Notes for safe operation (to the next page) Before you use Read these notes on safety thoroughly before operating your printer in order to use the unit properly. Once you start using the unit, this manual should be put aside the unit, or at a convenient place where you can look up the manual any time as you need.
  • Page 6 Notes for safe operation (continued) Ground the machine with the attached electric Do not use the machine while it has a fault. cord when connecting it to the utility outlet. • Do not use the machine while it has a fault, as this may cause a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 7: Before Use

    Before use (to the next page) Printer Characteristics Handling the Ink Ribbon and Card This card printer prints high quality full-color images Cautions for Handling equivalent to photographs using dye sublimation printing on standard-size (ISO7810 compliant) PVC Pay attention to the following when handling the ink ribbon cards.
  • Page 8: Storage And Handling Of Card After Printing

    Before use (continued) Storage and Handling of Card After Printing After Maintenance Avoid storing at locations with direct sunlight, high Ensure that all parts are properly put back in place after temperature and humidity. checking and cleaning. Contact with the following chemicals and stationery may If the parts are not put back properly, problems such as also result in discoloration or fading of the card.
  • Page 9: Part Names

    Part Names (Front / Right) Control Panel Card Cassette (Accessory) Printer Door Rejected Card Exit Power Switch (Rear / Left) Head Exchange Door USB Cable Connection Terminal Card Stacker (Accessory) Power Input Terminal Laminator Connection Terminal (When Printer Door is Open) Ink Ribbon Cassette (Accessory) Cleaning Roller (Accessory)
  • Page 10: Setup

    Setup Location for Installation Setting Up the Printer TThe performance of card printers is greatly influenced by the environment of the installation location. Do not install at the following locations. Connecting the Laminating Unit • Dusty Location The cleanliness level of location where the printer An optional Laminating Unit is available for this is used should be compliant with ISO14611-1 Class printer.
  • Page 11: Connecting The Power Cord

    (to the next page) Connecting Multiple Printers Connecting a cable (sold separately) between units When connecting a host computer to multiple printers, set different ID Numbers from 1 to 7 for each printer. Insert the cable into the “LAMINATOR” external connection Setting can be done at the printer’s control panel.
  • Page 12: Mounting The Card Stacker

    Setup (continued) Mounting the Card Stacker Setting the Ink Ribbon Pull the tab of the stacker at the stacker mount. CAUTION Do not touch the inked surface with your hands. Place your fingers on top of the door and open towards you.
  • Page 13 (to the next page) Remove ink ribbon sags Turn the coiling bobbin in the direction of the arrow to remove any ink ribbon sag. Remove ribbon sags Insert cassette along the guide rail While making sure that the ink ribbon does not sag, insert the cassette all the way in along the guide rail and push down the lever to lock the cassette.
  • Page 14: Setting The Card

    Setup (continued) Setting the Card Close printer door. Get ready the dedicated card from your dealer. Shut the printer door tightly by pressing on the top right section of the door indicated by the word “PUSH”. CAUTION Stains such as fingerprints on the printed surface will result in printing error.
  • Page 15: When Using A Magnetic Card

    (to the next page) When Using a Magnetic Card Covering the card cassette cover When using a magnetic stripe card, set to any of the Mount from the top, following the cassette guide. following according to the layout. Set with magnetic stripe on the top right or bottom left.

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