Category Archives: Ribbon Break

Magicard Rio Pro Troubleshooting Guide

Rio Pro Troubleshooting Guide

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Magicard Enduro Troubleshooting Guide

Enduro Troubleshooting guide

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Ribbon Break – Evolis Zenius

Take these steps to resolve ribbon breaking issues: Run a self test Update the printer firmware and driver Run a cleaning cycle Run a self adjustment Make offset adjustments by using commands if the ribbon is cut in a straight … Continue reading

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Ribbon Break – Evolis Primacy

Take these steps to resolve ribbon breaking issues: Run a self test Update the printer firmware and driver to the latest on the Evolis website Run a cleaning cycle Run a self adjustment Make offset adjustments by using commands Ensure … Continue reading

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Evolis Tattoo2 Trouble Shooting Guide

Evolis Tattoo 2 Troubleshooting guide

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Ribbon Break – Fargo DTC4500

Try the following steps if your Fargo DTC4500 is breaking ribbons: Run a self test from the front panel of the printer to determine if the issue is with the printer or your software/computer Try the following if the ribbon … Continue reading

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Can I fix a broken printer ribbon?

The answer is Yes. Cut the ribbon cleanly on both of the broken sides and tape it back together. Wind up the ribbon carefully so that it is correctly aligned.  

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Ribbon Breaking – Fargo DTC4000

If your Fargo DTC4000 is breaking ribbons, try the following: Run a self test from the front panel of the printer to determine if the issue is with the printer or your software/computer Try the following if the ribbon break … Continue reading

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Ribbon Breaking – Evolis Kiosk

There are two ways a ribbon can break. It can either be a straight cut or a jagged tear. If the ribbon break is a straight cut:  Run a self test from the printer to eliminate the PC/software from the … Continue reading

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Ribbon breaking – Fargo C30

Ribbon breaking can be a frustrating and expensive issue. Print Ribbons can break in either a straight cut or a jagged tear. There are different causes and resolutions for each type. If the ribbon break is a straight cut: Run a self … Continue reading

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