What to do if my TSC TTP-384M displays 'Carriage Open'?
- AAndrew GreeneSep 6, 2025
If your TSC printer shows 'Carriage Open', it means that the printer carriage is open. Please close the print carriage.

What to do if my TSC TTP-384M displays 'Carriage Open'?
If your TSC printer shows 'Carriage Open', it means that the printer carriage is open. Please close the print carriage.
| Print Technology | Thermal Transfer |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 300 dpi |
| Print Speed | 4 ips (101.6 mm/sec) |
| Print Width | 8.5" (216 mm) |
| Maximum Print Width | 8.64 inches |
| Memory | 8 MB Flash |
| Interface | USB 2.0, RS-232 |
| Media Type | Continuous, die-cut, black mark |
| Media Width | 4.5 to 9.5 inches |
| Label Width | 4.5 to 9.5 inches |
| Label Thickness | 0.06 - 0.25 mm (0.002 - 0.01 inches) |
| Power Supply | AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C - 40°C (41°F - 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 60°C |
| Operating Humidity | 25% to 85% non-condensing |
| Certifications | FCC Class A, CE Class A |
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