DataCard SD Series User Manual page 57

Problem
Printing is blurred.
The printed card has
small unprinted areas.
Part of the printed
image is discolored.
SD Series Card Printers User's Guide
Probable Cause
The cards have a
matte, not glossy, finish.
The rollers are dirty.
The printhead is dirty.
Unprinted cards have
scratches.
Cards have
embedded particles,
an uneven surface, or
the card edge has
burrs.
The rollers are dirty or
the card packaging
contains debris.
Cards have fingerprints
or other dirt on them.
A signature panel is
located on the other
side of the card.
The rollers are dirty or
the card packaging
contains debris.
Solution
Use cards that meet the requirements for
the printer. Refer to "Cards" in your
printer's Installation and Administrator's
Guide for specifications.
Run a cleaning card. Refer to
Printer Cleaning Card"
Clean the printhead. Refer to
Printhead" on page
Handle cards carefully. Refer to "Card
Quality Guidelines" in your printer's
Installation and Administrator's Guide.
Use cards that meet the requirements for
the printer. Refer to "Cards" in your
printer's Installation and Administrator's
Guide.
Run a cleaning card. Refer to
Printer Cleaning Card"
Handle cards carefully. Refer to "Card
Quality Guidelines" in your printer's
Installation and Administrator's Guide.
Design the card to avoid printing photos
over signature panel residue.
Run a cleaning card. Refer to
Printer Cleaning Card"
cards that meet the requirements for the
printer. Refer to "Cards" in your printer's
Installation and Administrator's Guide.
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on page 30.
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