TSC MB240 Series User Manual

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4.3 Mechanism Fine Adjustment to Avoid Ribbon Wrinkles
This printer has been fully tested before delivery. There should be no ribbon wrinkle presented on the media
for general-purpose printing application. Ribbon wrinkle is related to the media width, thickness, print head
pressure balance, ribbon film characteristics, print darkness setting…etc. In case the ribbon wrinkle
happens, please follow the instructions below to adjust the printer parts.
Adjustable
Printer
Parts
Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob has 5 positions for adjustment. Use flat blade driver to
change the ribbon tension position.
Symptom
1. Wrinkle happens from label lower
right to upper left direction (“ˋ”)
2. Wrinkle happens from label lower
left to upper right direction (“ˊ”)
Wrinkle Example
Feed direction
Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob
Ribbon Tension Adjustment scales

TSC MB240 Series Specifications

General

Print Method	Thermal Transfer/Direct Thermal
Resolution	203 dpi
Processor	32-bit RISC CPU
Operating Humidity	25-85% non-condensing
Connectivity	USB 2.0, RS-232
Media Sensor	Reflective, Transmissive
Media Type	Continuous, Die-cut, Black mark, Fan-fold, Notched
Media Width	25.4 mm
Media Thickness	0.06 mm
Media Core Diameter	25.4 mm (1")
Media Max Roll Diameter	127 mm (5")
Ribbon Width	110 mm
Ribbon Length	300 m
Ribbon Core Diameter	25.4 mm (1 inch)
Power	100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Maximum Print Length	9999 mm
Label Width	25.4 mm
Label Thickness	0.06 mm
Power Supply	100-240V AC, 50-60Hz
Operating Temperature	5°C - 40°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C - 60°C
Certifications	CE