Datacard Group SP Series User Manual
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Overview
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User’s Guide for Express™ and Select™ Class Printers
Figure 1-5: Internal parts of the Express or Select printer
Duplex module and door
On the S2 printer model, this area contains the duplex mechanism, which turns the
card over for printing on both sides.
Swing arm
The swing arm opens to give you access to the printhead cartridge and print ribbon
cartridge. Push down on the left (curved) end of the swing arm to open it.
Printhead cartridge
The printhead, contained in the printhead cartridge, uses heat and pressure to
transfer dye and other material from the print ribbon to the card. The printhead
cartridge is replaceable.
Print ribbon cartridge
The print ribbon cartridge holds the print ribbon.
Manual card feed knob
The manual card feed knob turns to move a card along the card transport track. Use it
to release stuck cards in the print module.
Top cover
Printhead cartridge
Swing arm
Print ribbon cartridge
Manual card feed knob
Duplex module and door
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