User Manual

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SP35 Info Central
When you use a monochrome-only print ribbon, use a printhead cartridge designed for monochrome
printing for optimum results. When you use a color ribbon that includes a K (monochrome or black) panel,
use a color printhead cartridge. See Printhead cartridge for details.
Supply roll storage
Follow these guidelines when storing supply rolls:
• The print ribbon maintains its quality for about a year. For optimal card quality, purchase and store
quantities that you can use up in less than a year.
• The print ribbon and card stock might require secure storage and tracking. Follow your policy for storing
and tracking the supplies used to make cards.
• Choose a location away from direct sunlight, with a temperature between 32° F and 77° F or between
0°C and 25° C. A humidity range from 40% to 60% (non-condensing) is recommended.
• Supply rolls should be at room temperature when they are installed in the printer and used. If supplies
are stored in a cooler environment than the printer, allow supplies to reach room temperature before
using.
• If the printer will not be used for an extended period of time, remove supplies from the printer and store
them with new supplies.
Cards
This section describes specifications and quality guidelines for card stock to use with the SP35 printer. It
also describes the environmental specifications for storage of card stock.
For best results with the SP35 printer, use high-quality card stock that meets the specifications and
recommendations described in this section.
Card size
Use CR-80 size cards with the following nominal dimensions:
Actual card thickness can vary by up to ten percent from the sizes listed. Smart card chips can be raised
slightly from the printing surface.
Card bow must be less than the thickness of the card.
Card material
Use cards made of the following types of material:
Length 3.37 inches 85.60 mm
Width 2.125 inches 53.98 mm
Thickness with
smart card chip
0.027 to 0.040 inches 0.685 to 1.016 mm
Thickness (all
other cards)
0.020 to 0.050 inches 0.508 to 1.27 mm