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DTC400/DTC300/DTC300M Card Printer User Guide (Rev. 1.1)
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Resolving a Ribbon Break Jam Error (continued)
Step Procedure
2
Open the front cover and remove the Ribbon Cartridge.
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If Ribbon is broken, continue to Step 3.
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If Ribbon is in good condition, continue to Step 6.
3
Adjust the print offset (See Using the Print Top of Form Option)
If the issue persists, continue to Step 4.
4
Repair the Ribbon and wind up the take-up roll 4 color panels past the damage
area.
a. Press on the Resume button.
If the issue persists, continue to Step 5.
5
Use the Fargo Diagnostic utility to cycle the Printhead to ensure proper
printhead operation. See the Using the Diagnostic Utility tabs.
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If the Printhead does not cycle properly, see Resolving the Headlift Motor /
Sensor Error.
If the Printhead functions properly, continue to Step 6.
6
Replace the Ribbon Cartridge.
a. Press on the Resume button.
If the issue persists, continue to Step 7.
7
Remove the rear cover in order to check that the Ribbon Encoder Sensor is
securely connected to the J-4 Main Board connection and to the Encoder
Sensor.
a. Press on the Resume button.
If the issue persists, replace the Encoder Sensor.
