How an HID Prox Card Works

A proximity card by HID is capable of storing embedded information inside. The information stored can be extracted and transmitted to a control system for processing. If the information transmitted lines up with the data stored in the control system, the system will provide an appropriate action, such as unlocking a door for a [...]

Asure ID 2009 Software and Windows 7

Asure ID 2009 Software is now improved. There is a service pack that will allow Asure Software to work with 64 bit. This will allow the software to work with Windows 7 64 bit computer systems. The service pack is ready for download.

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Dye Sublimation Printing vs. Thermal Transfer Printing

Plastic ID card printers use two types of printing. Thermal transfer printing and dye sublimation printing are used in both direct to card printers and retransfer printers. Direct to card printers merge the image directly on the surface of the card. Retransfer printing deposits the image on the back of a clear plastic film. This [...]

eMedia Installation with Vista

For those who use eMedia card design software that is included with many Evolis printers, there have been questions as to how to use the software with Microsoft Vista. The following tips will help you with first launch issues.

Problem:

The first time the software is launched after installation, the “unexpected error; quitting” error message [...]

Datacard Prima 4 Reverse Transfer Printer

Beginning today, the id badge printer available for laminated card applications from Magicard is the Prima 4. This printer provides the capabilities of the Tango +L printer and laminator with a high quality reverse transfer printing feature.

The Magicard Tango +L integrated printer and laminator will no longer be available although those who have [...]