TSC ME240 User Manual

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Contents
1. Introduction ................................................. 1
1.1 Product Introduction ......................................................................................... 1
1.2 Product Features ............................................................................................... 2
1.2.1 Printer standard features ....................................................................... 2
1.2.2 Printer optional features ........................................................................ 3
1.3 General Specifications ...................................................................................... 4
1.4 Print Specifications .......................................... 4
1.5 Ribbon Specifications......................................... 4
1.6 Media Specifications .......................................... 5
2. Operations Overview .......................................... 6
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection ................................................................................ 6
2.2 Printer Overview ................................................................................................ 7
2.2.1 Front View ............................................................................................... 7
2.2.2 Interior view ............................................................................................ 8
2.2.3 Rear View ................................................................................................ 9
2.3 Operator Controls ........................................................................................... 11
2.3.1 Front Panel & Keys ............................................................................... 11
2.3.2 LED Indicators ...................................................................................... 13
2.4 Setting up the Printer ...................................................................................... 13
2.5 Installation of Ribbon ...................................................................................... 14
2.5.1 Loading the Ribbon .............................................................................. 14
2.6 Installation of Media ........................................................................................ 17
2.6.1 Loading the Roll Label ......................................................................... 17
2.6.2 Loading the Fan-fold Label .................................................................. 21
2.6.3 Loading the Media in Peel-off Mode (Option) ..................................... 22
2.6.4 Loading the Media in Cutter Mode (Option) ........................................ 24
2.7 Print Head Pressure Adjustment Knob .......................................................... 25
3. LCD Panel Menu Function (Option) .............................. 26
3.1 Setup Menu Overview ..................................................................................... 27
3.1.1-1 Printer Setup (TSPL2) ........................................................................ 28
3.1.1-2 Printer Setup (ZPL2) .......................................................................... 35
3.1.2 Sensor ................................................................................................... 41
3.1.3 Serial Comm. ......................................................................................... 50
3.1.4 Ethernet ................................................................................................. 53
3.2 File Manager .................................................................................................... 56

TSC ME240 Specifications

General

Resolution	203 dpi / 300 dpi
Operating Temperature	5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Print Method	Thermal Transfer & Direct Thermal
Interface	USB
Power Supply	AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Humidity	20% to 85% RH (non-condensing)