Dascom DC-3300 User manual

User Manual DC-3300 Card Printer

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Important Safety Instructions (English)
Read the following instructions thoroughly before starting up your printer.
The device and power supply must all times be easily accessible.
Never carry out maintenance or repair work yourself. Always contact a Dascom
qualified service technician.
Keep this user guide in a place which is easily accessible at all times.
Place the printer on a solid and level base for reliable operation.
Never place the printer in the vicinity of inflammable gas or explosive substances.
Ensure the printer is connected to a socket with the correct voltage.
Always disconnect the printer from power source before opening the device to
perform maintenance work or remedy errors.
Do not expose the printer to high temperature, direct sunlight, or dust.
Keep all liquids away from the printer.
Protect the printer from shock, impact and vibration.
Make sure that both printer and computer are switched off before connecting the
data cable.
The print head will become very hot during printing; avoid contact with the print head
after printing has finished.
Do not perform any operation or action in any way other than those provided in this
manual. When in doubt, contact your Dascom dealer or customer support.

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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise (German)
Lesen Sie bitte diese Sicherheitshinweise durch, bevor Sie den Drucker in Betrieb nehmen.
Das Gerät und die Netzsteckdose müssen jeder Zeit leicht zugänglichsein.
Führen Sie Wartungsarbeiten und Reparaturen keinesfalls selbst aus, sondern
verständigen Sie immer einen qualifizierten Servicetechniker.
Bewahren Sie diese Dokumentation an einem jederzeit zugänglichen Ort auf.
Den Drucker auf stabilem und ebenem Untergrund so aufstellen, dass er nicht zu
Boden fallen kann.
Stellen Sie den Drucker keinesfalls in der Nähe von leicht entzündlichen Gasen oder
explosiven Stoffen auf.
Den Drucker nur an eine Steckdose mit der richtigen Spannung anschließen.
Wenn Sie den Drucker vom Netz trennen wollen, den Drucker ausschalten und immer
den Netzstecker an der Steckdoseziehen.
Den Drucker weder hohen Temperaturen noch direktem Sonnenlicht und Staub
aussetzen.
Keine Flüssigkeiten mit dem Drucker in Berührung bringen.
Den Drucker keinen Erschütterungen, Stößen oder Vibrationen aussetzen.
Sicherstellen, dass der Drucker und der Computer ausgeschaltet sind, bevor das
Datenkabel angeschlossen wird.
Der Druckkopf wird während des Druckens heiß. Vor dem Berühren deshalb einige
Zeit abkühlen lassen.
Weichen Sie bei der Bedienung des Druckers nicht von den Anweisungen in der
Dokumentation ab. Bei Unklarheiten wenden Sie sich bitte an Ihren Händler oder Ihren
Kundendienst.

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Consignes importantes de sécurité (French)
Lire attentivement les instructions suivantes avant de mettre l’imprimante en service.
Le dispositif et la prise principale doivent toujours être accessibles facilement.
Ne jamais effectuer soi-même les travaux d’entretien et de réparations. Contacter
toujours un dépanneur qualifié.
Placer l’imprimante sur un support stable de façon à ce qu’elle ne puisse pastomber.
Ne jamais placer l’imprimante à proximité de sources de gaz aisément inflammables
ou de substancesexplosives.
Ne connecter l’imprimante à une prise que lorsque la tension est correcte.
Pour déconnecter l’imprimante de l’alimentation principale, mettre l’imprimante hors
tension et toujours débrancher le connecteur secteur de la prise murale.
Ne pas exposer l’imprimante à des températures élevées, à la lumière directe du
soleil ou à la poussière.
Ne pas mettre l’imprimante en contact avec des liquides.
Ne pas exposer l’imprimante à des chocs, impacts ou vibrations.
S’assurer que l’imprimante et l’ordinateur sont hors tension avant de connecter le
câble de données.
La tête d’impression est brûlante pendant l’impression. C’est pourquoi laissez-la
refroidir quelques instants avant d’ytoucher.
N'exécutez aucune opération ni action d'une autre manière que celle indiquée dans
ce manuel. En cas de doute, veuillez contacter votre distributeur ou service après-vente.

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Indicazioni di sicurezza importanti (Italian)
Prima di mettere in funzione la stampante, leggere attentamente le seguenti indicazioni.
Il dispositivo e la presa di corrente devono essere sempre facilmente accessibili.
Non eseguire mai da sé gli interventi di manutenzione e riparazione, ma rivolgersi
sempre a un tecnico di assistenza qualificato.
Conservare le presenti istruzioni per l’uso in un luogo sempre accessibile.
Collocare la stampante su una superficie stabile, per evitare che cada a terra.
Non collocare la stampante in prossimità di gas facilmente infiammabili o di sostanze
esplosive.
Collegare la stampante a una presa di corrente con tensione adeguata.
Per scollegare la stampante dalla rete di alimentazione, spegnere la stampante e
disinserire sempre il connettore di rete dallapresa.
Non esporre la stampante ad elevate temperature né alla luce solare diretta e alla
polvere.
Evitare il contatto della stampante conliquidi.
Non esporre la stampante a colpi, scosse ovibrazioni.
Verificare che la stampante e il computer siano spenti prima di collegare il cavo di
trasmissionedati.
Durante la stampa, la testina si surriscal-da notevolmente. Prima di toccarla, se
necessario opportuno quindi lasciarla raffreddare qualche istante.
Non eseguire alcuna operazione o azione se non nella maniera descritta nel presente
manuale. In caso di dubbio, contattare il rivenditore o dalla società incaricatadell’assistenza.

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Instrucciones de seguridad importantes(Spanish)
Lea las siguientes instrucciones con esmero antes de poner la impresora en servicio.
El dispositivo y la toma de corriente deben estar ubicados de forma que sea fácil
acceder a ellos.
Nunca lleve a cabo trabajos de mantenimiento o reparación Ud. mismo, sino consulte
a un técnico de servicio calificado.
Guarde las presentes instrucciones de servicio en un lugar de fácil acceso en
cualquier momento.
Ponga la impresora sobre un superficie estable de manera que no pueda caer al suelo.
Nunca coloque la impresora en la vecindad de gases inflamables o sunstancias
explosivas.
Asegure conectar la impresora sólo a un enchufe con un voltaje correcto.
Cuando quiera desconectar la impresora de la red, apague la impresora y siempre
hale de la clavija de alimentación del enchufe nunca delcable.
No exponga la impresora a temperaturas altas, a la luz solar directa y al polvo.
No ponga la impresora en contacto con fluidos.
Nunca exponga la impresora a sacudidas, choques o vibraciones.
Asegúrese de que la impresora y el ordenador estén apagdos antes de conectar el
cable de datos.
La cabeza de impresión se pone muy caliente durante la impresión. Por lo tanto, Déjela
enfriarse
algún tiempo antes de tocarla.
No permita que se realice cualquier operación o acción de una forma diferente a lo
que se señala en el manual. En caso de duda, póngase en contacto con su comerciante o con
su servicio post-venta.

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Правила по технике безопасности. (Russian)
Прочитайте, пожалуйста, инструкцию по технике безопасности перед включением в работу принтера.
Устройство и розетка должны быть всегда легко доступна.
Не выполняйте технические работы и ремонт техники самостоятельно, но
сообщайте о неисправностях квалифицированным сервиснымтехникам.
Данная инструкция должна быть всегда доступна каждому пользователю.
Установите принтер на ровном и стабильном месте так, чтобы он не смог упасть
напол.
Ни в коем случае не ставьте принтер вблизи легко воспламеняющихся газов и
взрывчатых веществ.
Включайте принтер в розетку только с соответствующим напряжением.
Если Вы хотите отключить принтер от напряжения, сначала выключите принтер
сам и затем выньте штекер из розетки.
Берегите принтер от нагревания, от попадания на него прямых солнечных
лучей и пыли.
Не допускайте попадания жидкости на принтер.
Нельзя подвергать принтер тряске, ударам ивибрации.
Убедитесь, что принтер и компьютер выключены, только после этого соедините
принтер с компьютером.
Печатающая головка нагревается во время работы принтера. Поэтому
подождите какое-то время, прежде чем дотронуться до нее.
Пользуйтесь принтером так, как это написано в документации. Если у Вас
возникают неясности, обращайтесь с вопросами к Вашим продавцам или в сервисный
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Instruções Importantes sobre Segurança (Portuguese)
Leia as instruções de segurança antes de usar a impressora.
A impressora e a tomada devem ser facilmente em todos os momentos acessíveis.
Consulte sempre um técnico qualificado para executar uma reparação .
Coloque a impressora sobre uma base sólida e nivelada, para que ela não sofra quedas.
Jamais instale a impressora nas proximidades de lugares onde haja gás inflamável ou
substânciasexplosivas.
Assegure-se de conectar a impressora à tomada elétrica com a voltagem apro-priada.
Quando desligar a impressora da rede, desligue sempre a impressora e retire o cabo
da tomada.
Não exponha a impressora a temperaturas altas ou luz solar direta.
Não aproxime substâncias líquidas da impressora.
Proteja a impressora de choques, impactos e vibrações.
Desligue a impressora e o computador antes de conectar o cabo da rede.
A cabeça da impressora pode ficar muito quente . Portanto, espere algum tempo
antes de tocá-la.
Não faça nenhuma operação ou ação além das recomendadas neste manual. Em
caso de dúvida, contate seu revendedor ou companhia deserviço.

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Önemli Güvenlik Talimatları (Turkish)
Lütfen, yazıcıyı işletime geçirmeden önce bu güvenlik talimatlarını bütünüyle dikkatle okuyun.
Cihaz ve elektrik prizinin her zaman kolayca erişilebilir olması gerekir.
Bakım ve tamir çalışmalarını kesinlikle ve hiçbir surette kendi başınıza yapmayın; her
zaman kalifiye bir uzman servis-teknisyenine haberverin.
Yazıcıyı, üzerinden yere düşmesi mümkün olmayacak sabit ve düz bir zemine yerleştirin.
Yazıcıyı kesinlikle ve hiçbir surette kolayca yanabilecek gaz veya patlayıcı maddeler
içeren nesnelerin yakınına koymayın.
Yazıcı akım kablosunu sadece doğru gerilime sahip bir prizetakın.
Yazıcıyı şebeke ağından ayırmak istediğinizde, yazıcıyı kapatın ve ağ-fişini her zaman
prizden çıkartın.
Yazıcıyı ne yüksek ısılı ne de doğrudan güneş ışığına ve toza mâruz kalan mekânlarda
bulundurun.
Yazıcı hiçbir sıvı maddeyle temasta olmamalıdır.
Yazıcı hiçbir sarsıntıya, darbeye veya titreşime mâruz kalmamalıdır.
Veri kablosu bağlanmadan önce hem yazıcının hem de bilgisayarın kapalı
olduklarından emin olmalısınız.
Yazıcının başı basma esnasında yüksek ısıya ulaşıyor. Bu yüzden lütfen dokunmadan
önce kısa süre soğumasını bekleyin.
Yazıcının işletimi ve kullanımında bu dokümantasyondaki talimatların hiç dışına
çıkmayın. Sorunlu görünen hususlarda lütfen imâlatçınıza veya müşteri hizmetleri servisinize
başvurun.

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TRADEMARK ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
“Windows”, “Windows 7”, ”Windows 8”, “Windows 10”, “Windows XP” and “Windows
Vista” are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other product names and company names appearing in this manual are the registered
trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.

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About This Manual
This manual provides information that describes the basic operation, enabling safe and correct
use to the operators of DC-3300 Printer.

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Symbol Description
The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of importance, as defined below. Read
the following carefully before handling the product.
CAUTION: Provides information that must be observed to prevent damage
to the equipment or loss of data.
NOTE: Advises you of information that is essential to complete a task.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Unpacking.......................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Operating the Printer Safely..........................................................................................................................3
1.3 Printer Components.......................................................................................................................................5
1.3.1 Component and function........................................................................................................................ 5
1.3.2 Control Panel........................................................................................................................................... 7
1.4 Attaching Power.............................................................................................................................................8
1.5 Connecting to Computer............................................................................................................................... 9
1.5.1 Connecting to Computer via USB port....................................................................................................9
1.5.2 Connecting to Computer via Ethernet port............................................................................................ 9
1.6 Duplex option...............................................................................................................................................10
1.7 Installing Windows Driver........................................................................................................................... 11
1.7.1 Installing Windows Driver via USB........................................................................................................ 11
1.7.2 Installing Windows Driver via Ethernet.................................................................................................14
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................................... 22
2.1 Installing Cards.............................................................................................................................................22
2.1.1 Card Specifications................................................................................................................................ 22
2.1.2 Loading the cards...................................................................................................................................23
2.1.3 Adjusting the card inlet according to the thickness of the cards......................................................... 24
2.1.4 Managing Rejected Cards......................................................................................................................24
2.2 Replacing the Ribbon...................................................................................................................................25
2.3 Replacing the Cleaning Roller......................................................................................................................27
2.4 Printing card................................................................................................................................................. 28
2.5 Updating Firmware...................................................................................................................................... 38
CHAPTER 3 NORMAL MODE AND USER MODE.................................................................................................... 40
3.1 Normal Mode...............................................................................................................................................40
3.2 User Mode....................................................................................................................................................40
3.3 The major menus......................................................................................................................................... 43
3.3.1 Sub-menus for Printer Info....................................................................................................................43
3.3.2 Sub-menus for Head Info.......................................................................................................................43
3.3.3 Sub-menus for Version Info...................................................................................................................43
3.3.4 Sub-menus for Printer Setup.................................................................................................................44
3.3.5 Sub-menus for card setup..................................................................................................................... 44
3.3.6 Sub-menus for Ribbon Setup................................................................................................................ 44
3.3.7 Sub-menus for Image Setup..................................................................................................................44
3.3.8 Sub-menus for Interface Setup............................................................................................................. 45
3.3.9 Sub-menus for Cleaning........................................................................................................................ 45
3.3.10 Sub-menus for Option......................................................................................................................... 45
3.3.11 Sub-menus for Reset Default.............................................................................................................. 45
CHATPER 4 CLEANING............................................................................................................................................ 46
4.1 Cleaning with a Cleaning Card.....................................................................................................................46
4.2 Maintaining the print head......................................................................................................................... 46
CHATPER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................47

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5.1 Warning Messages and Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 47
5.2 Valuable Help from You For Troubleshooting.............................................................................................48
5.3 Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................................... 49
5.3.1 Faults Related to Printing...................................................................................................................... 49
5.3.2 Clear Jammed Card................................................................................................................................51
5.3.3 Change the Print Head.......................................................................................................................... 52
5.4 Technical support.........................................................................................................................................52
5.4.1 DASCOM partner network.....................................................................................................................52
5.4.2 More information.................................................................................................................................. 53
CHAPTER 6 SPECIFICATION.................................................................................................................................... 54
APPENDIX I FCC STATEMENT..................................................................................................................................56
APPENDIX II DASCOM EPRESENTATIVES............................................................................................................... 57

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing Dascom® DC-3300 card printer. You can print high-quality cards of different
colors and styles with this printer. The printer should use the consumables and accessories provided by
Dascom. For more details, please visit our website WWW.DASCOM.COM.
1.1 Unpacking
Open the package, take out the printer and remove the protect material. Check if the parts
and accessories in the box are complete as the following picture. If found any damage. Please
contact the carrier and notify your authorized Dascom reseller to realize the steps to be taken.
When repairing the printer, you must provide the complete original package (outer
crate, wedge and package). If send back the printer without original package, or the
accessories are damaged in transit, the warranty of accessories will be invalid. The
new packing charge for the printer will be charged by yourself.
The package contents vary with different customized order requirements.

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Package Contents:
Standard
Printer
1 unit
Power cord
1 piece
USB cable
1 piece
Cleaning Card
1 piece
option
Cleaning Stick
1 piece
option
AC adapter
1 piece
Graphic Installation Guide
1 piece
CD-ROM
1 piece
Includes Driver, CardEditor software,
CardEditor User Guide, User manual,
Installation Guide

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1.2 Operating the Printer Safely
The following precautions must be observed to assure safe operation of your printer. Do not do
anything that is not described in this manual. Doing so could cause an unexpected failure. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any problems caused by incorrect operation of the printer.
Installation
location
Do not install the printer in a damp or dusty location.
Do not install the printer near flammable or explosive materials or a heater,
stove or any other device that produces heat. Do not place the printer near
volatile combustible materials such as combustible materials.
Place the printer away from walls to maintain air flow. Also, maintain at least
30 cm (12 inches) of open space above the printer.
Blocking vents may cause the printer to overheat and fail prematurely.
Do not install printer on an unstable table, on a slant, or any place where there
is excessive vibration.
Do not install the printer in a location susceptible to rapid fluctuations in
temperature.
Do not install the printer in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
Power supply
Use a dedicated power cable and do not use an extension cord with multiple
outlets.
Be sure to remove any dust from the plug and electrical outlet.
Humidity produces a micro-current on the surface causing overheating.
Do not damage or modify the Power Cable. Also, do not place heavy objects,
pull, or bend power cord excessively.
Do not plug in or unplug the Power Cable if your hands are wet.
Ensure a ground wire is connected.
When connecting the ground wire, note the following cautions.
Recommended connections for ground wires
Electrical outlet ground terminal
Ground terminals installed as type A, B, or C
A copper rod 65 cm (25.6 inches) or longer buried in the ground.
Not permitted for ground wires
Gas piping (risk of fire or explosion)
Water pipes or taps (water pipes that include plastic piping cannot act as a
ground However, if a water pipe is configured to act as a ground, then
connection of a ground wire ispermitted.)
Telephone line ground wires or lightning conductors (danger of high current
flow in the event of a lightning strike.)
Be sure to turn off power and unplug the plug from electrical outlet before
moving the printer.
Pull on the plug or cable when unplugging it from an electrical outlet.
Do not use an under-rated extension cord.
Handling
Do not use flammable sprays near the printer.
Do not touch anything inside the printer unless specified in this manual.
Do not place heavy items on the printer and do not lean on the printer.
While the printer is operating, do not turn off the power, unplug the power
cable, or look inside (open) the printer.

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WARNING
The lower part of the Top Access Cover, the printer internal heat roller section, and the
thermal head section become very hot. Ensure you do not touch these three locations.
• The cooling fan is always running for cooling inside the printer. This is not a
malfunction.
• Contact your reseller if there is a current leak.
• The printer may cause static, flickering or interrupt reception of televisions or
radios if they are too close to the printer.
• The lower part of cover top, internal heating platen and printer head may produce
high temperature, please don’t touch these three parts.
Under the following conditions images on cards may deteriorate or
cards may warp afterprinting:
• The surface of the card is in contact for an extended period with a
vinyl card holder or synthetic leather or other material that contains a
plasticizer.
• The surface of the card is exposed to direct sunlight for an extended
period.
• The card is repeatedly rubbed against a hardobject such as a key.
• The faces of two cards are in contact for an extendedperiod.
• The card is kept for an extended period in a very hot location such as
a car parked in the sun.
• The card is bent, or used with excessiveforce.
If a card with a magnetic strip is placed near a magnetic source, the data
on the strip could become corrupted.
Additionally, if an IC chip card is bent, or used with excessive force, the
IC chip may be damaged.

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1.3 Printer Components
1.3.1 Component and function
Part name
Function
Top cover
Protects the print head and the internal components. Open
to replace the ribbon.
Front cover
Open to load cards. Max. 100 pieces of 0.76mm thickness
cards can be placed.
Thermal print head
Core component of the printer.
Control panel
Includes the keys, the LCD Panel, and LED indicator for
operating the printer.
Card eject slot
Ejects printed cards.
Knob
If the jammed card can not be ejected, power off the printer
and turn the knob.
Top cover
Thermal print head
Front cover
Control panel
Card eject slot
Knob

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Part name
Function
Cover open lever
Pull the lever up to open the top cover.
Power socket
Used to connect Power Cable.
Power switch
Turns power on and off.
USB Hub port
Connect to the printer via USB Hub port.
USB port
Connect to the printer via USB port.
Ethernet port
Connect to the printer via Ethernet port.
USB port
Power switch
Ethernet port
Power socket
USB Hub port
Cover open lever