TSC TE210 Series User Manual

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USER’S
MANUAL
TE200/TE210/TE300/TE310 Series
THERMAL TRANSFER/DIRECT THERMAL
BAR CODE PRINTER

TSC TE210 Series Specifications

General

Resolution	203 DPI
Print Speed	6 IPS
Print Method	Thermal transfer / Direct thermal
Processor	32-bit RISC CPU
Interface	USB 2.0, RS-232, Ethernet
Scan Rate	N/A (Barcode printer, not a barcode reader)
Barcode Resolution	N/A (Barcode printer, not a barcode reader)
Supported Barcodes	Code 39, Code 128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, Codabar, POSTNET
Operating Temperature	41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature	-40 ~ 60°C (-40 ~ 140°F)
Humidity	25 ~ 85% non-condensing (Operating)
Power Consumption	100-240V AC, 50/60Hz

Summary

Copyright Information

Agency Compliance and Approvals

1. Introduction

1.1 Product Introduction

Overview of the TE series printers, highlighting key features, capabilities, and applications.

1.2 Product Features

1.2.1 Printer Standard Features

Details the standard features included in the TE series printers, such as connectivity, memory, and emulation support.

1.2.2 Printer Optional Features

Lists optional features available for the TE series printers, including add-on modules and connectivity options.

1.3 General Specifications

1.4 Print Specifications

1.5 Ribbon Specifications

1.6 Media Specifications

2. Operations Overview

2.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Guide for safely unpacking and inspecting the printer and its accessories upon delivery.

2.2 Printer Overview

2.2.1 Front View

Identifies and describes the external components visible on the front of the printer.

2.2.2 Interior View

Identifies and describes the internal components of the printer, with a safety warning.

2.2.3 Rear View

Identifies and describes the connection ports and controls located on the rear of the printer.

3. Setup

3.1 Setting up the Printer

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the printer to power and a computer for initial setup.

3.2 Loading the Ribbon

3.3 Loading the Media

3.3.1 Loading the Roll Labels

Detailed instructions for loading roll labels onto the media spindle and into the printer.

3.3.2 External Label Roll Mount Installation (Option)

Instructions for installing the optional external label roll mount and loading media.

3.3.3 Loading the Media in Cutter mode (TE210/TE310 Series only, dealer option)

Steps for loading media when the optional cutter function is used.

3.3.4 Loading the Media in Peel-off Mode (TE210/TE310 Series only, dealer option)

Steps for loading media when the optional peel-off module is used.

4. LED and Button Functions

4.1 LED Indicator

Explains the meaning of different LED colors and states (Green/Solid, Green/Flash, Amber, Red/Solid, Red/Flash).

4.2 Regular Button Functions

Describes the functions of the feed/pause button for basic printer operations like feeding and pausing.

4.3 Power-on Utilities

Introduces special utilities activated by pressing the FEED button during power-on for setup and testing.

4.3.1 Gap/Black Mark Sensor Calibration

Details the conditions and procedures for calibrating the gap or black mark sensor.

4.3.2 Gap/Black Mark Calibration, Self-test and Dump Mode

Explains how to perform calibration, self-test, and enter dump mode using power-on utilities.

Self-test

Explains the purpose and interpretation of the self-test printout for printer configuration and hardware status.

Dump mode

Describes the dump mode for debugging printer operations, displaying ASCII data and hexadecimal values.

4.3.3 Printer Initialization

Steps to perform printer initialization, clearing DRAM and restoring factory default settings.

4.3.4 Set Black Mark Sensor as Media Sensor and Calibrate the Black Mark Sensor

Guides on configuring and calibrating the black mark sensor for media detection.

4.3.5 Set Gap Sensor as Media Sensor and Calibrate the Gap Sensor

Guides on configuring and calibrating the gap sensor for media detection.

4.3.6 Skip AUTO.BAS

Procedure to bypass the execution of the AUTO.BAS program upon printer power-on.

5. Diagnostic Tool

5.1 Start the Diagnostic Tool

Instructions for launching the TSC Diagnostic Utility software and an overview of its features.

5.2 Printer Function

Details how to select the printer interface and lists the various functions available within the diagnostic tool.

5.3 Calibrating Media Sensor by Diagnostic Tool

Step-by-step process for performing automatic media sensor calibration using the diagnostic tool.

6. Troubleshooting

6.1 Common Problems

Lists frequent issues encountered with the printer, their causes, and recommended solutions.

7. Maintenance

Revise History