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HID launches new direct-to-card printer/encoders

New printers offer ease of use, reliability and versatility.

HID Global introduced a new line of industry-leading direct-to-card (DTC) Fargo printer/encoders for organisations of all sizes that require personalised identity badges at IFSEC South Africa in September. The new product line, encompassing three new models, provides a comprehensive portfolio of colour printers for secure identity cards.

The line consists of the DTC1000 entry-level printer for small organisations; the professional-level DTC4000 printer for small- to medium-size organisations with greater security and scalability requirements; and the advanced, DTC4500 professional printer for large corporations and government organisations with high-volume needs.

All three new printers were engineered to be reliable and easy to use, with intuitive graphical interfaces and innovative features such as the industry’s first Swift ID embedded badging application and a single-port (USB or Ethernet) connection for advanced inline printing and encoding.

The modular design of the new DTC Fargo line also ensures that organisations can protect their investment by adding functionality as their needs grow. Depending on the printer model, options include technology card encoding (iCLASS, Mifare, DESFire), dual-sided printing, dual-input card hoppers, lamination capability and more.

Additional features of the new Fargo DTC printer/encoders include:

* The capability to print and inline encode technology cards in one pass through one physical connection (USB or Ethernet) ideal for organisations needing a streamlined card issuance solution.

* Enhanced security features, including printer password protection, fluorescent printing for cost effective and dynamic security and multiple custom holographic overlaminate options for added card durability and security.

* Flexible footprint to fit a variety of work-area configurations.

* A reliable and intuitive design that requires minimal maintenance and training, featuring cartridge ribbon loading, colour status indicators and SmartScreen graphical displays similar to photocopy machines.

* Interoperability with Genuine HID technology guaranteeing compatibility with all HID solutions.

* Two year global warranty.

Based on previous generations of solid and extremely reliable design, the new printers are the first Fargo models to be introduced as part of the HID Global family.

All Fargo DTC printer/encoders are available immediately through HID Global’s worldwide network of distribution partners and system integrators.

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