Fargo 93255 ID Card Printer
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Fargo HDP5600 ID Card Printer Model Overview
The FARGO® HDP5600 High Definition Printer/Encoder combines precision with versatility, making it the ideal choice for organizations that require high-quality card printing. With a remarkable resolution of 600 dpi, the HDP5600 ensures sharper images and vibrant colors, enhancing your brand image. This dual-sided printer is modular and can be upgraded with lamination and encoding options to adapt to your needs. Enhanced with Wi-Fi® capabilities, it allows for seamless network printing in various environments, whether in retail chains or educational institutions, ensuring quick and efficient issuance of ID cards and smart cards.
Key Features
- High-Definition Printing: Achieves 600 dpi for crisp images and vibrant colors.
- Dual-Sided Printing/Encoding: Easily upgradeable for dual-sided applications.
- Modular Design: Expandable with additional lamination and encoding modules.
- Wi-Fi® Capable: Network printing capability allows for flexible card issuance.
- Durable Card Production: Produces long-lasting cards resistant to wear and tampering.
Specifications
- Print Method: HDP Dye-Sublimation / Resin Thermal Transfer
- Resolution: 600 dpi (23.6 dots/mm) or 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm)
- Print Speed:
- Up to 24 seconds per card (150 cards/hour, YMC with transfer)
- Up to 29 seconds per card (124 cards/hour, YMCK with transfer)
- Up to 40 seconds per card (90 cards/hour, YMCKK with transfer)
- Accepted Card Sizes: CR-80 (3.375" L x 2.125" W)
- Input/Output Capacity: 200 cards input capacity; 100 cards output capacity
- Software Drivers: Compatible with Windows 10/8/7/Vista/XP, Mac OS X, Linux
- Warranty: Three years, including one year of free loaner support (U.S. only)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What printing resolution and color capability does the Fargo HDP5600 offer?
The Fargo HDP5600 delivers 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm) continuous tone printing with up to 16.7 million colors and 256 shades per pixel. This resolution ensures superior text and image quality for high-definition ID card production, making it ideal for government agencies, universities, corporations, and healthcare facilities that require professional-grade output.
What smart card and encoding options are available on the Fargo HDP5600?
The HDP5600 supports multiple encoding technologies including iCLASS SE, iCLASS, MIFARE/DESFire contactless smart cards, and HID Prox encoding via the Omnikey 5127 reader. It also offers contact smart card encoding for ISO7816-compliant cards, magnetic stripe encoding (Tracks 1, 2, and 3), and 125 kHz HID Prox reading capabilities for comprehensive multi-function card support.
What print speeds can I expect from the Fargo HDP5600?
Print speeds vary based on ribbon configuration: 7 seconds per card for single-color resin black (K*), 12 seconds for black with overlay (KO*), 24 seconds for full-color YMCKO*, and 31 seconds for dual-black full-color (YMCKOK*). These speeds are measured from card drop to output hopper and do not include encoding time or PC processing time.
What card types and sizes does the Fargo HDP5600 support?
The HDP5600 accepts standard CR-80 cards (3.375˝L x 2.125˝W) and CR-79 adhesive-back cards (3.313˝L x 2.063˝W) with thicknesses from .009˝ to .040˝ (9-40 mil). Supported materials include PVC or polyester cards with polished PVC finish, with monochrome resin required for 100% polyester cards.
What connectivity and software options are included with the Fargo HDP5600?
The HDP5600 features USB 2.0 and Ethernet connectivity with an internal print server for flexible deployment. It includes FARGO Workbench diagnostic utility with Color Assist spot-color matching software and supports Windows XP/Vista/7/Server 2003-2008 and Linux operating systems.
What ribbon options are available for the Fargo HDP5600?
We offer multiple ribbon configurations including full-color YMCKO* (250 prints), full-color half-panel YMCKO* (350 prints), dual-black full-color YMCKOK* (200 prints), fluorescing options YMCFKO* and YMCFKOK*, single-color resin or dye-sublimation black (500 prints), and specialty color ribbons in green, blue, red, white, silver, and gold (1000 prints each). Rewrite technology cards are also supported without requiring a ribbon.
