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Replace the badge printer ribbon
This guide explains how to replace the SMART 51 IDP badge printer ribbon.
The ribbons make it possible to print PVC cards, like ink cartridges. Black and white ribbons can be used for about 1,200 printing operations and colour ribbons about 250.
Replace the ribbons
If the quality of your printing begins to deteriorate, you need to change the ribbon.
Please follow each step carefully; incorrect handling can cause a temporary or permanent malfunction of the printer.
- Open the printer by pressing in the location indicated in the image below
- Replace the old ribbon with the new one in the order indicated in the image below: first insert the part without the sprockets into the hole and press the part with the sprockets to ensure it fits correctly into the notches provided for this purpose.
- Remove the protective film by pulling on the tab provided for this purpose.
- Insert the ribbon into the printer, with the hook facing the front of the printer, as shown in the image below
- Close the printer
Learn more
- Start-up guide: ticketing service
- Implementation and use of the printer for the badges
- Implementation and use of the sales pack
- Create a badge for subscriptions
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