The ZC100/ZC300 specialized card printers securely print a wide range of identification, payment and membership cards commonly used in retail, finance, hospitality, and educational markets. The design addresses key end-user needs with user interface simplicity, self-aligning media and intuitiveness of card loading and removal. It is designed to be the slimmest in the industry, taking up less desktop space and presenting the user with only the essential interaction points. It differentiates with the attention to simplicity, ergonomics, ease-of-use and fit to business environment.