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Sigma DS2C

The next generation double-sided printer

Introducing a true cloud experience, combining the reliable DS2 powered by Instant ID as a Service. This printer is only compatible with Instant ID as a Service software, allowing users to benefit from a consistent experience by using software that was designed for their printer.

Types of cards

  • Government-issued IDs & Cards
  • Employee ID Cards
  • Student, Teacher, Faculty, & Admin ID Cards
  • Membership Cards
  • Guest Cards
  • Food Safe Labeling
  • Passenger Cards
  • Visitor ID Cards
  • Event ID Cards
  • Access Control Cards

Industries

  • Regional & Local Government
  • Enterprise
  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Retail
  • Hospitality
  • Food Retail
  • Transportation

Key Features

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Out of Box Experience

Reduces the complexity and frustrations of unboxing specifically engineered to start the ultimate printing experience.

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One Day Setup

Issue your first credential the same day as unpacking your printer. A self-service onboarding process facilitates quick product setup.

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Software Meets Supplies

An IIDaaS Ribbon being both software and supply means reordering an IIDaaS Ribbon replenishes both the supply and software.

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Unmatched Security

Ensure your data is safe from intruders with encryption technology, TPM Module, and Secure Boot.

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Purposeful Design

Designed to integrate into your physical environment with features such as variable light LED ring.

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Printer Dashboard

See printer status, order supplies, check cleaning status, update firmware, or contact help, all on your mobile device.

Standard Features and Supplies

Print Technology

  • Dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer

Print Capabilities

  • Dual-sided

Print Resolution

  • 300 dots per inch (dpi) (300 X 600, 300 X 1200)

Monochrome Printing

  • Up to 880 single-sided cards per hour

Print Speed

  • Single-sided color ribbon – up to 225 cards per hour (cph)
  • Double-sided color ribbon – up to 140 cards per hour (cph)

Card Capacity

  • Input hopper - up to 125 cards
  • Output hopper - up to 25 cards (up to 100 optional)
  • Reject hopper - up to 10 cards test

Card Sizes

  • Card input size:
  • Thickness - 0.010 inches to 0.040 inches
    • (0.25mm - 1.016mm)
  • Dimension - ID-1, CR-79, CR-80

Operating Environment

  • Temperature: 60°F to 95°F (15°C to 35°C)
  • Humidity: 20-80 % RH - non condensing

Physical Dimensions

  • L 17.4 in x W 8.9 in x H 9 in / 44.2 cm x 22.6 cm x 22.9 cm

Weight

  • 12.1 lbs (5.49 kg); with options will vary

Connectivity

  • Ethernet

Warranties

  • 48 Months

Web Browser Support for Instant ID as a Service

  • Chrome - Preferred
  • Edge/Internet Explorer
  • Safari

Operating System Support for Printer Driver

  • Windows 11
  • Windows 10 (32- and 64-bit)
  • Windows Server 2019
  • Windows Server 2022

Optional Features and Supplies

Magnetic Stripe Encoding

  • ISO 7811 three-track support (high- and low- coercivity)
  • JIS Type II Single-track option

WiFi

  • Wi-Fi types: 802.11g/n
  • Authentication modes: None, WPA2 Personal
  • Dual-band 2.4GHz & 5GHz

Smart Card Encoding

  • Single Wire or Loosely coupled:
  • Contact smart card encoding: ISO 7816 T=0 (T=1),
  • Class A 5V (3V and 1.8V)
  • Contactless smart card encoding:
  • ISO 14443 – A (B), ISO 15693, MiFare Series, DESFire Series,
  • HID IClass Series, HID Prox (125 KHZ)

Color Ribbons

  • Supported IIDaaS Ribbons:
    • YMCKT (500)
    • YMCKT (250)
    • YMCKT-KT (350)

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