Product Description
For Superb full-color, over-the-edge print capabilities, Datacard SR200 & SR300 retransfer card printers are a gateway to greater cardholder satisfaction and ultimate card program flexibility. These printers empower government agencies, corporations, universities, and other organizations to reliably issue highly secure, personalized, durable and vibrant cards. Offering superb full-color, over-the-edge, single- or dual-sided printing on a variety of blank or preprinted card surfaces, they also encode various card types including contact/contactless smart cards and magnetic stripe cards.Exceptional Printing QualityThe SR 200 ensures crisp, edge-to-edge card printing with retransfer dye-sublimation technology, producing high-quality images and text. Its 300 dpi maximum resolution is ideal for photo IDs and security features, ensuring your cards meet professional standards for clarity and durability.
Versatile Encoding OptionsThis printer provides optional modules for both contact and contactless smart card personalization, as well as optional ISO 7811-compatible magnetic stripe encoding. Whether you're producing basic ID badges or sophisticated secure access cards, the SR 200 adapts to a variety of business or institutional needs.
User-Friendly Interface and OperationEquipped with an intuitive LCD operator panel, the SR 200 simplifies operation for users. The printer is automatically graded, comes with compatible card design software, and supports easy connectivity through USB 2.0 and Ethernet interfaces. Its efficient input and output hopper system streamlines your card production workflow.
FAQ's of Datacard Printers SR 200 provider:
Q: How do I replace the ribbon on the Datacard SR 200 printer?
A: To replace the ribbon, open the printer's top cover, remove the old ribbon, and insert the new YMCK, monochrome, or security ribbon following the guide inside the printer. The LCD panel will guide you through the process, ensuring correct installation.
Q: What card types and thicknesses can the SR 200 printer handle?
A: The SR 200 is compatible with CR80 size cards (85.6 x 53.98 mm) and supports card thicknesses ranging from 0.25 mm to 1.02 mm, making it suitable for most ID, access, and student card applications.
Q: When is it beneficial to use contact or contactless encoding modules?
A: Contact or contactless encoding is ideal when your cards require embedded chips for added security or functionality, such as physical access control, time management, or secure identification. These modules can be added to the printer as optional features.
Q: Where can the Datacard SR 200 be used effectively?
A: The SR 200 is suited for corporate environments, educational institutions, security and access control centers, and any organization that needs high-quality, secure card issuance-especially in places demanding robust security and reliability.
Q: What is the process for printing and personalizing cards with this printer?
A: Begin by designing your card with the included ID Works software, load the cards into the 100-card input hopper, select print settings on the LCD panel, and choose ribbons as needed. The printer's automatic and one-sided retransfer printing creates edge-to-edge cards quickly and consistently.
Q: How does the SR 200 ensure security during card production?
A: The printer is equipped with a Kensington security lock slot and supports high-security ribbons and optional encoding for both magnetic stripe and smart cards. Over-the-edge printing also helps reduce the risk of card tampering.
Q: What are the benefits of the single-sided retransfer printing method?
A: Retransfer printing offers superior image quality, over-the-edge coverage, and improved durability of cards. It minimizes printing errors, handles a broader range of card materials, and is particularly effective for producing secure and visually appealing identification cards.