The red light means there is an error. The most common error that causes a red light is the ribbon is not installed correctly. You should double-check it.

Will this print on black pvc cards?

Yes, this printer will print on any PVC CR80 card, but the YMCKO ribbon that this print comes with won't show up very well on a black card. If you want to print on a black card, then it's better to use a White, Gold, or Silver monochrome ribbon. IDP has those available.

Out of the box, can i import an excel database, even if it has to be done as a csv?

Hi, thanks for the question. Yes, the SMART IDesigner software that come free with the printer has an import feature. This will allow you to import a csv file.

Is this the same company as magic card, alpha card, and the rest?

Hi. No, IDP is a different manufacturer - no relation to the others you mentioned. They've been around since 2005. We chose them because they have good review and their support is very good.

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IDP SMART-21S ID Card Simplex Printer Kit with PC Only Software, 100 Print YMCKO Color Ribbon, 100 PVC Plastic Cards, and Now with IDP's EasyCapture™ Photo Capture Tool Free Trial!

IDP SMART-21S ID Card Simplex Printer Kit with PC Only Software, 100 Print YMCKO Color Ribbon, 100 PVC Plastic Cards, and Now with IDP's EasyCapture™ Photo Capture Tool Free Trial!

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Brand
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Connectivity Technology
USB
Printing Technology
Dye
Special Feature
Compact
Color
Smart-21S Kit
Model Name
SMART-21

🎨150+ color cards/hr

📏Compact 6.6x10.2x7 in

🖥️PC-only software

Description

🆔 Print your identity in style—fast, flawless, and fully in control!

SPACE SAVVY DESIGN - Compact footprint fits perfectly on any desktop or shared workspace without cramping your style.
SMART PHOTO CAPTURE - Leverage IDP’s EasyCapture™ tool to streamline employee onboarding and security compliance with flawless photo IDs.
PRO LEVEL PRINT SPEED - Pump out 150+ vibrant color IDs or 600 monochrome badges every hour—no bottlenecks here.
ALL IN ONE STARTER KIT - Includes 100 YMCKO ribbons, 100 PVC cards, and a free trial of EasyCapture™ for effortless photo ID creation.
PLUG PLAY SIMPLICITY - Seamlessly connects via USB with intuitive PC-only software designed for Windows 10 & 11.

The IDP SMART-21S is a compact, single-sided ID card printer kit designed for professional-quality, high-resolution color and monochrome printing. Compatible with Windows 10 & 11, it delivers up to 150 color or 600 monochrome cards per hour. The kit includes essential consumables and IDP’s EasyCapture™ photo tool trial, making it ideal for small businesses and large organizations needing efficient, on-demand ID badge production.

Specifications

B&W Pages per Minute	1 ppm
Hardware Connectivity	USB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Color	Smart-21S Simplex Printer Kit
Paper Size	3 x 2
Maximum Sheet Capacity	100
Media Size Maximum	A8
Power Consumption	48 Watts
Resolution	300 x 300
Warranty Type	Full Warranty
Maximum Copies Per Run	100
Control Method	App
Controller Type	Android
Print media	Glossy photo paper
Scanner Type	Photo
Compatible Devices	PC
Printer Type	Thermal
Additional Features	Compact
Printer Output Type	Monochrome
Item Dimensions D x W x H	6.6"D x 10"W x 12"H

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