TSC TDP-244

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If you are looking for an affordable direct thermal label printer, then look no further than the TDP-244 from the brand name manufacturer TSC. This economy version combines robust double-walled housing with high quality label prints at 8 dots/mm (203 dpi). The USB connection guarantees simple integration into existing networks, as well as the standard integrated default emulations, such as EPL and ZPL. Use the TDP-244 for product displays in retail, shipping labels, labeling of files and binders in small businesses and home offices, etc.

Media change is easy via the clamshell design, and it can accommodate a multitude of media up to 112 m wide: simply open and drop in. Top-of-form sensing by gap, black mark or notch is standard. The maximum print speed is 100 m/sec. To save fonts, character encodings and graphics, the TDP-244 offers 8 MB RAM and 4 MB Flash. With the help of the SD card slot you expand memory as needed. Power supply, network cable and USB cable are included in the delivery; order the cutter optionally.

Key Features

Affordable direct thermal label printer
Ideal for retail displays, shipping labels and in the office
Max. medium width: 112 mm; max. print speed: 100 mm/sec.
Quick, simple integration thanks to USB port
8 MB RAM and 4 MB Flash, additional SD card slot

Specifications

Printer model	TDP-244
Resolution	8 dots/mm (203 DPI)
Printing method	Direct Thermal
Max. print speed	102 mm (4”)/second
Max. print width	108 mm (4.25“)
Max. printlength	2,286 mm (90“)
Enclosure	Double-walled plastic
Physical dimension	200 mm (W) x 164 mm (H) x 240 mm (D) 7.87“ (W) x 6.46“ (H) x 9.45“ (D)
Weight (including battery)	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)
Label roll capacity	127 mm (5“) OD
Processor	32-bit RISC CPU
Memory	• 4 MB Flash memory • 8 MB SDRAM • SD card reader for Flash memory expansion, up to 4 GB
Interface	• USB 2.0 Power External universal switching power supply • Input: AC 100-240V, 1A, 47-63Hz • Output: DC 24V, 2.5A, 60W
Power	External universal switching power supply • Input: AC 100-240V, 1A, 47-63Hz • Output: DC 24V, 2.5A, 60W
Operation switch, button	LED 1 power switch, 1 feed button & 1 LED (3 colors: green, amber & red)
Sensors	• Transmissive gap sensor • Black mark reflective sensor (position adjustable) • Head open sensor

Internal fonts	• 8 alpha-numeric bitmap fonts • Monotype Image® true type font engine with one CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed scalable font
Bar code	• 1D bar code Code 39, Code 93, Code 128UCC, Code 128 subset A, B, C, Codabar, Interleave 2 of 5, EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN and UPC 2 (5) digits add-on, MSI, PLESSEY, POSTNET, China Post • 2D bar code PDF-417, Maxicode, DataMatrix, QR Code
Font and barcode rotation	0, 90, 180, 270 degree
Printer language	TSPL-EZTM (Compatible to EPL, ZPL, ZPL II)
Media type	Continuous, die-cut, black mark, fan-fold, notched (outside wound)
Media width	20 ~ 112 mm (0.78“ ~ 4.4“)
Media thickness	0.06 ~ 0.16 mm (2.36 ~ 6.3 mil)
Media core diameter	25.4 ~ 76.2 mm (1“ ~ 3“)
Label length	10 ~ 2,286 mm (0.39“ ~ 90“)
Environment condition	Operation: 5 ~ 40°C, 25 ~ 85% non-condensing
Storage	-40 ~ 60°C, 10 ~ 90% non-condensing
Safety regulation	KCC, CE Class B, FCC Class B, C-Tick, TÜV/Safety
Environmental concern	Comply with RoHS, WEEE
Accessories	• Windows labeling software CD disk • Quick start guide • USB cable • Power cord • External universal switching power supply • Label spindle, fixing tab x 2, 1.5“ core adapter x 2
Limited warranty	• Printer: 2 years • Print head: 25 km (1 million inches) or 12 months which comes first • Platen: 50 km (2 million inches) or 12 months which comes first
Factory options	Real time clock
User options	• External roll mount, media OD. 214 mm (8.4”) with 1” or 3” core • 3” core label spindle
Dealer options	• Peel-off module • Guillotine cutter (full cut or partial cut)