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Contents 1 • Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Printer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 4 • Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Sensors and Interlock Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Printer Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Appendix A • Magnetic Encoder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Media Loading Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Magnetic Card Stripe Encoding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 ISO Standard Encoding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Introduction Thank you for choosing the Zebra P630i or P640i Card Printer. This manual guides you to efficient start up and operation of your new Card Printer. The Zebra P630i and P640i Card Printers provide high speed, full color dual-sided card printing. A micro-positioning card transport system provides enhanced color photos. A range of interface, encoder/reader, and security options allow ordering the specific configuration suitable for a particular application.
Introduction Part Numbers Part Numbers The Part Number of a particular Printer is shown on a label affixed to the bottom of the printer; that Part Number identifies the specific configuration for that printer. This chart shows the configurations that are available.
Introduction Printer Features Printer Features The following figure shows features of the P630i/P640i Printer. Cleaning Cassette Ribbon Flip Station Ribbon Take-Up Spool Security Key (Optional) Card Feeder Output Hopper Control Panel Barcode Reader (Optional) Power Switch 980541-003 Rev.
Introduction Controls and Indicators Controls and Indicators Control Panel Buttons A limited amount of control and status information is available at the Control Panel on the front of the printer. Additional control functions and status information is available via the host or networked computer(s). Buttons RM ALA DY E INAT LAM IA MED REA BON RIB T PRIN 4 Zebra P630i & P640i Card Printer User’s Manual Indicators 980541-003 Rev.
Introduction Controls and Indicators PRINT Button Press the PRINT button to print the image stored in the printer’s memory. When the printer is powered up, the memory is loaded with a checkerboard test pattern. In regular on-line use, the PRINT button reprints the last image downloaded from the computer to the buffer memory.
Introduction Controls and Indicators RIBBON Button This button is used to synchronize the ribbon – in other words, to position it correctly under the print head. If you hold the RIBBON button down and power up the printer, it toggles on/off the Ribbon Synchronization feature when the door is closed. In standard applications, the ribbon type is YMCK, and the back of the card is printed first.
Introduction Controls and Indicators Control Panel Indicators Depending on the condition they are reporting, the three indicator lights, READY, MEDIA, and ALARM, can be in one of three states: Off, On (steady), or Flashing. Note • The READY indicator is I-colored. Its two color channels, green and yellow, function independently. Green: Steady = Ready to print. Flashing = Printer busy. READY Indicator Yellow: Steady = Laminator(s) in sleep mode. Flashing = Laminator(s) not at operating temperature.
Introduction Icons Icons Throughout this manual, different icons highlight important information, as follows: Note • Indicates information that emphasizes or supplements important points of the main text. Important • Advises you of information that is essential to complete a task, or points out the importance of specific information in the text. Provides an example or scenario to demonstrate or clarify a section of text.
2 Installation Introduction Installation includes setting up the printer, installing the printer driver in the computer(s) that will be sending print jobs to the printer, connecting the interface, installing the Cleaning Cartridge, loading the cards, ribbon, and laminate, and verifying that the printer can print a test card. Loading the Printer Driver software is described in Section 3. Installation Procedure Important • Execute the procedures that follow in the order given.
Installation Installation Procedure Step 4. Verify that the following items are included: Printed Quick-Start Guide Cleaning Cartridge Output Hopper Ribbon Take-up Spool Two Power Cords Card Weight Documentation & Driver CD USB Interface Cable 10 Zebra P630i & P640i Card Printer User’s Manual 980541-003 Rev.
Installation Installation Procedure Step 5. Remove the foam block from the top of the shipping carton. Step 6. Lift the printer from the shipping carton. Caution • The printer weighs approximately 15.9 kg (35 lbs). Step 7. Remove the protective plastic bag from the printer. Important • Save all the packing material and the shipping carton in case the printer needs to be moved or shipped. If the original material is lost or damaged, a replacement Shipping Kit can be ordered from Zebra. Step 8.
Installation Installation Procedure Removing the Shipping Tape Step 1. Open the printer Main Cover. Locate and remove the blue tape that secures the flip station in position. 12 Zebra P630i & P640i Card Printer User’s Manual 980541-003 Rev.
Installation Installation Procedure Attaching the Output Hopper The Output Hopper is positioned on the right side of the printer to receive the printed cards. Step 1. Install the Output Hopper by inserting the tab on the left side of the Output Hopper into the slot on the right side of the printer. Step 2. Ensure the lip on the Output Hopper locks securely in the slot in the Printer. 980541-003 Rev.
Installation Installation Procedure Attaching the Ribbon Take-Up Spool Step 1. Attach the Ribbon Take-Up Spool by sliding it onto the Ribbon Take-Up Spindle and pressing it straight back until in clicks into place. Important • Make sure that the Ribbon Take-Up Spool is attached with its “toothed” end toward the rear of the printer. The two figures below show the right and wrong ways to insert the printing ribbon on either spindle. Right way: the clip is OVER the core.
