Firmware upgrades (as of 10/07/03) (continued) – FARGO electronic HDP820 User Manual
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HDP 800 Series Card Printer/Encoders Service Manual (Rev. 5.0)
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Firmware Upgrades (as of 10/07/03) (continued)
Here are tips for optimized operation:
You should allow your Printer/Encoder to warm up for a period of 15 minutes before
operation. Always make sure that you have the latest Driver and Firmware. Remember, the
recommended relative humidity range for HDP® Printer/Encoders is 20% to 80%. If you
operate outside this range, you may experience some flashing, smudging or chipping. Follow
the procedures provided below (as needed).
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For flashing, follow this procedure:
(Note: Flashing is characterized by visible flaking of the Transfer Film overhanging the
card edges. Flashing is typically caused by high Transfer Temperature or high Transfer
Tension.)
a. Verify that the Flash Fans (D840769) are functioning and are spinning in the correct
orientation.
b. Verify that the Flattener Guides are parallel with the Center Plate and adjust the
Figure TL 1547.
c. Lower the Transfer Tension according to the acceptable variation.
d. Adjust the Driver settings to decrease the Transfer Dwell Time.
e. Check for poor alignment of the Peel-off Bars, the Reference Blocks and the
Lamination Module.
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For smudging, follow this procedure:
(Note: Smudging is characterized by a wavy clouding or fading of the card image. This
normally appears at one end of the card. Smudging is typically caused by low Transfer
Temperature or low Transfer Tension.)
a. If a smudge is on the leading edge of the card, increase the Transfer Tension.
b. Verify that the Take-up Motor turns without delay when the Lamination begins.
c. If the Motor delays, increase the Transfer Tension.
d. Adjust the Transfer Temperature according to the acceptable variation.
e. Adjust the Driver settings to increase the Transfer Dwell Time.
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For chipping of the card image, follow this procedure:
(Note: Chipping is characterized by areas of incomplete transfer or voids in the card
image.)
a. Check the Printhead alignment.
b. Lower the Transfer Tension if chipping is on the leading edge.
c. Increase the Transfer Temperature according to the acceptable variation.
d. Adjust the Driver settings to increase the Transfer Dwell Time.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Fargo Electronics Support Services at
952-941-9470.