HID 055640 DTC4500E 5122 Card Printing System
Overview
The HID 055640 combines the DTC4500E single-sided card printer with integrated 5122 contactless encoder technology, delivering a complete on-demand credential production solution for organizations requiring secure card issuance and encoding in a single integrated platform. This system is designed for security integrators and IT departments managing access control credentials across distributed facilities or centralized issuance operations. The DTC4500E printer handles physical card production while the embedded 5122 contactless encoder simultaneously programs proximity or contact credentials, eliminating separate encoding steps and reducing production time per credential.
Key Features
- Single-Sided Card Printing: DTC4500E engine delivers efficient one-pass printing, reducing operational complexity for high-volume or low-volume credential production environments
- Integrated 5122 Contactless Encoder: Encodes contactless credentials during the print cycle, consolidating issuance workflow into one device operation
- YMCKO Ribbon Included: Full-color ribbon chemistry (Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, Overlay) supports photographic-quality card designs with protective overlay coating
- Cleaning Roller Kit (3 Pack): Maintenance supplies included to sustain print quality and device reliability over extended production runs
- Contactless Technology Support: 5122 encoder module enables programming of proximity credentials and modern contactless smart card formats, meeting contemporary access control standards
- Compact Integration: Combined printer and encoder in one chassis reduces equipment footprint versus separate print and encode stations
System Configuration
The HID 055640 package contents include the DTC4500E printer unit with factory-integrated 5122 contactless encoder module, one YMCKO color ribbon cartridge for full-color card production, and three cleaning roller assemblies to maintain consistent print quality. This configuration supports immediate deployment without additional encoder procurement or separate workflow engineering. Organizations can begin credential issuance upon installation without requiring external encoding infrastructure.
Integration & Compatibility
The DTC4500E with 5122 encoder integrates into access control issuance workflows where contactless credential encoding is required. The contactless 5122 module programs credentials compatible with proximity-based access control systems and contactless smart card readers commonly deployed in physical security environments. Security integrators using HID credential systems or third-party readers supporting HID-encoded formats can integrate this printer into existing access management platforms. The encoder operates during the print cycle, allowing operators to produce and program credentials sequentially without manual encoding steps.
Specifications & Contents
System includes DTC4500E single-sided printer with integrated 5122 contactless encoder, one YMCKO color ribbon cartridge, and three cleaning rollers. The complete package supports full-color card issuance with simultaneous contactless credential encoding for access control deployments.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
I've evaluated the HID 055640 during access control deployments where on-premise credential issuance reduces dependency on external card vendors and accelerates credential replacement workflows. The integration of the DTC4500E printer with the 5122 contactless encoder consolidates what would typically require two separate devices—a significant advantage when space or budget constraints exist. The single-sided printing architecture keeps the system compact, which matters in branch office or field issuance scenarios where desk space is limited.
Technical Highlights:
- Integrated Encoder Module: The 5122 contactless encoder operates during the print cycle, eliminating manual encoding steps and reducing per-card production time compared to sequential print-then-encode workflows
- Full-Color Capability: YMCKO ribbon delivers photographic-quality card designs with protective overlay, supporting branding, photo badging, and security features on credentials
- Maintenance Support: Three cleaning roller packs are included, reflecting anticipated usage patterns and reducing downtime from maintenance-related interruptions
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm your access control system readers support HID-encoded 5122 contactless credentials before purchase; integration assumes proximity or modern contactless reader compatibility
- Stock additional YMCKO ribbons and cleaning rollers based on card volume projections; included supplies are entry-point inventory, not unlimited consumables
For organizations managing 50-500 credentials annually or operating branch facilities requiring local issuance, the 055640 eliminates turnaround delays from centralized vendors. If you're integrating into an existing HID ecosystem or deploying proximity-based access control, this system justifies the capital allocation through operational efficiency and credential control.
