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AlphaCard PVC ID Card Making Printer Kit

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Perfect for small businesses and organizations, the AlphaCard PVC ID Card Making Printer Kit comes with everything you need to print ID cards easily and quickly.

  • System includes: Magicard Pronto printer, AlphaCard ID Suite Basic software, Seal of Authenticity Self-Adhesive hologram overlay, YMCKO ribbon, blank cards, cleaning kit
  • Single-sided, dye sublimation printer
  • Quick print speed—full color cards in 35 seconds, monochrome in 7
  • Single-feed printer
MSRP: $1,045
Starting Price: $850

You Save: $195 (19%)

As Configured: $850
  • System includes: Magicard Pronto printer, AlphaCard ID Suite Basic software, Seal of Authenticity Self-Adhesive hologram overlay, YMCKO ribbon, blank cards, cleaning kit
  • Single-sided, dye sublimation printer
  • Quick print speed—full color cards in 35 seconds, monochrome in 7
  • Single-feed printer
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Perfect for small businesses and organizations, the AlphaCard ID Card System comes with everything you need to print ID cards easily and quickly. At the heart of the system is the Magicard Pronto ID card printer. Paired with software and printing supplies, this system has everything you need to get you started on professional ID card printing right out of the box.

Magicard Pronto ID Card Printer

The Magicard Pronto is a compact and affordable ID card printer perfect for low-volume on-demand card printing. This single-feed printer delivers edge-to-edge full-color printing on durable PVC cards. The Pronto is well-suited for a range of ID applications including employee and student IDs, membership cards, loyalty cards, and more.

Magicard Pronto Key Features
  • Printing Capability: Single-sided
  • Print Technology: Dye sublimation
  • Print Speed: Full color single-sided cards in 35 seconds, monochrome in 7
  • Input/Output Hopper: None, single-feed only
  • Warranty: 2 year limited manufacturer warranty
Easy, Low Volume Printing

Each card is hand-fed into the printer and printed individually. It takes just 35 seconds to produce a full-color photo ID, and only 7 seconds to print a monochrome card.

Loaded with intuitive features, the Magicard Pronto is very easy to set up and operate right out of the box. The printer features a color-coded status LED screen, a USB interface and a Microsoft-certified plug-and-play driver.

Pronto Printer Warranty

The Magicard Pronto ID card printer comes with a two year limited manufacturer warranty.

What’s Included:

  • Magicard Pronto ID card printer
  • AlphaCard ID Suite Basic software
  • 100 Key and Seal Holograms
  • 100 premium blank PVC cards
  • YMCKO ribbon - 100 prints
  • Cleaning kit
  • Printer power cord & USB cable
  • Upgrade to TrueSupport service plan & receive*:
  • Loaner printer during TrueSupport coverage period
  • Phone-based technical support including remote assistance
  • Complimentary one hour of training annually
  • Complimentary cleaning kit and remote printer check-up provided annually
*Select printers receive 1 year TrueSuppoort FREE More details

Powerful AlphaCard ID Suite Card Design Software

Powerful AlphaCard ID Suite card design and database management software makes it easy to design and print your custom ID cards. It takes just minutes to design cards and badges with security features, cardholder photos, signatures, and encoded data. And with the option to use the built-in database or connect outside databases including Microsoft Excel and Access, you will always have easy access to cardholder information.

AlphaCard ID Suite v11 is now fully Windows 10 compatible and supported. As Microsoft releases ongoing Windows 10 updates, you can rest assured that users of AlphaCard ID Suite v11 will receive continuous support for this Windows 10 compatible software.

AlphaCard ID Suite Basic

AlphaCard ID Suite Basic edition software does not include a cardholder database, and is designed for one-off ID card printing. The Pronto's small size and versatile features make this system a great choice for many applications. Upgrade to AlphaCard ID Suite Light software for a wider range of card design options and functionality, including a database that holds up to 200 records.

New in AlphaCard ID Suite v11: Enhanced card design wizard, high resolution barcodes, full compatibility with Dymy thermal labels, and improved language options.

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Technical Specs

Magicard Pronto

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Warranty
Printer Coverage
2 Years
Loaner Coverage
Optional
Printhead Coverage
2 Years
Printing
?
Print Technology
Dye Sublimation
?
Re-Writable Printing
Yes
Card Capacity
?
Input Hopper
1
?
Output Hopper
1
?
Single Feed Mode
Yes
Print Speed
Full Color
35 seconds
Monochrome
7 seconds
Supplies
?
Avg. Cost Per Card
Single-Sided Color
$0.39
Single-Sided Black
$0.10
Dual-Sided
—
?
Max. Ribbon Yield
Single-Sided Color
300
Single-Sided Black
1000
Dual-Sided
—
Accepted Card Sizes
CR79
CR80
Card Thickness
20-40 mil
Features Call if options aren't available online
Available Encoding Options
Contact Card
DesFire
iCLASS
Magnetic Stripe
MiFare
?
Available Factory Options
—
?
Available Field Upgrades
—
?
Visual Security Features
Holokote, Watermark System (4 designs)
Printer Lock Options
—
Compatibility
?
Connection Type
USB
?
OS Compatibility
Mac OSX 10.5 Leopard
Mac OSX 10.6 Snow Leopard
Mac OSX 10.7 Lion
Mac OSX 10.8 Mountain Lion
Mac OSX 10.9 Mavericks
Mac OSX 10.10 Yosemite
Mac OSX 10.11 El Capitan
Windows XP - 32 bit
Windows XP - 64 bit
Windows Vista - 32 bit
Windows Vista - 64 bit
Windows 7 - 32 bit
Windows 7 - 64 bit
Windows 8 - 32 bit
Windows 8 - 64 bit
Windows 10 - 32 bit
Windows 10 - 64 bit
Windows 2003 Server - 32 bit
Windows 2003 Server - 64 bit
Windows 2008 Server - 32 bit
Windows 2008 Server - 64 bit
Windows 2012 Server - 32 bit
Windows 2012 Server - 64 bit
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Mac Compatible
Yes
Physical Specs
Size
10.6” L x 8.4” W x 9.1” H
Weight
9.7 lbs
MPNS
?
Available MPNs
3649-0001,
3649-0002,
3649-0002
Customize System
Customize System
AlphaCare
When you place an order with AlphaCard, you qualify for full, personal assistance to ensure that your ID card program reaches its full potential. This commitment to strong customer service and support is called AlphaCare. It's completely free and you'll only find it at AlphaCard.
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Customize your System Components

Magicard Pronto ID Card Printer
Magicard Pronto ID Card Printer
This printer can be upgraded with magnetic stripe encoding to hold cardholder data. If upgrading to magnetic stripe encoding, be sure to also select magnetic stripe cards.
* = Required Option
AlphaCard ID Suite Basic v.11
AlphaCard ID Suite Basic v.11
AlphaCard ID Suite Basic is designed for one-off card printing, and does not store cardholder data. If you need a cardholder database, additional design options, or batch printing functionality upgrade to Light, or Standard. For more info call (800) 717-8080
* = Required Option
Seal of Authenticity Self-Adhesive Hologram Overlay - Pack of 100
Seal of Authenticity Self-Adhesive Hologram Overlay - Pack of 100
Magicard YMCKO Dye Film Ribbon - 100 Prints
Magicard YMCKO Dye Film Ribbon - 100 Prints
This system comes with one Magicard YMCKO Dye Film Ribbon. You can add additional ribbons for $51.95 per ribbon.
100 Premium Blank PVC Cards
100 Premium Blank PVC Cards
If you are upgrading to the magnetic stripe encoding version of this printer, be sure to select magnetic stripe cards.
* = Required Option
As Configured: $850

Product Videos

Magicard Pronto - Cleaning & Care Magicard Pronto - Cleaning & Care Magicard Pronto - How to Load Ribbon Magicard Pronto - How to Load Ribbon

Product Brochures

Magicard Pronto Brochure (PDF) Magicard Pronto User Guide (PDF)

Select printers include one full year of TrueSupport for free!

Upgrade to TrueSupport for world class, full service technical support. You'll get direct access to our professionally trained technical support experts who have years of experience working with customers just like you. Whether you are setting up an ID card system for the first time, or you need help with troubleshooting, our friendly experts will get you on track quickly.

TRUESUPPORT HELP

You can talk directly to our dedicated support team on the phone. On top of our complimentary lifetime email support (1-3 day turnaround) and 30-day setup over the phone, TrueSupport coverage plans will include troubleshooting and technical support via phone and hands-on help via remote desktop assistance during your subscription period from the best technical experts in the industry.

PREMIUM SERVICE

As a TrueSupport subscriber, you'll receive a complimentary cleaning kit and remote printer check-up annually through the duration of your subscription. Through these preventative services, potential future obstacles that could interrupt daily business operations can be avoided.

PRINTER MAINTENANCE + LOANER COVERAGE

Within your TrueSupport coverage period, our technical support experts are standing by to offer remote phone support. If your ID card printer requires service, we'll provide a loaner machine to keep your business running while we repair your printer.

TRAINING

Get one hour of training every year to maximize every feature of your investment, or just brush-up on the basics. We want to help you do your job easier!

EXTENSION OPTIONS

Options to extend your TrueSupport coverage are available. Call us now for pricing and enrollment (877) 907-9834.

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