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TSC TE210 Desktop Thermal Printer

TSC TE210 Desktop Thermal Printer Range at Triton - Buy & Order Now!

SKU	Description
99-065A304-00LF00	TE210, FULL PORT+RTC, AU
99-065A304-U1LF00	TE210, FULL PORT+RTC, BT, AU
99-065A304-U6LF00	TE210, FULL PORT+RTC, MFi BT, AU

TSC TE210 Desktop Thermal Printer Spec Sheet

TSC TE210 is an entry-level desktop printer. It can perform many essential printing functions at a fraction of other brands’ costs. TSC TE210 is part of TSC’s 4-inch desktop series.

TSC TE210 comes with an outer ABS shell that protects the thermal transfer print mechanism. It has a minimal footprint, perfect for desktop or kiosk installations. The printer weighs only 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs), making it very light and portable.

TE210 is an ideal choice for low to medium-volume printing applications. The printer is perfect for printing identification labels, tags, receipts and barcodes. TE210 can print at a resolution of 203 dpi at a speed of 6ips.

Features

Design and Physical Overview

TSC TE210 has a sleek and modern design. The printer is made using ABS plastic. ABS or Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene is a thermoplastic polymer known for its strength and durability. This protects the internal mechanism of the printer from any damage. The printer’s ABS plastic body is perfect for withstanding tough environments.

The printer does not have many external parts.

On the top of the printer, there is a LED indicator. This LED is colour coded and helps you to identify the printer status. You’ll also find one operational button. This button can be used to feed the media or to pause/resume a print job.

A paper exit chute can be found on the front of the printer. This is where printed labels or tags come out.

On the left side, you will find a top cover open tab. This is used to open the top cover of the printer. Underneath the top cover, you can access the printhead, platen roller and label roll.

The printer’s backside is where you will find all the connectivity ports. You will also find a power switch and power jack socket.

Performance

TSC TE210 comes with a 400 MHz 32-bit RISC processor.

RISC stands for Reduced Instruction Set Computing. It is a type of microprocessor designed to break down complex instructions into a small, highly-optimized set of instructions. This makes the instruction easier to understand and execute faster.

The 400 MHz 32-bit RISC processor of the printer is coupled with 64 MB SDRAM and 128 MB of flash memory. This gives the printer enough power to handle even the most strenuous printing jobs easily.

The flash storage memory can also be used to store fonts and graphics. However, we do not recommend using flash storage memory to store large amounts of data. This is because the data will fill the flash storage memory and eventually slow down the printer.

Printer Status Indicators

TSC TE210 is a compact thermal printer. Compactness sometimes comes with a trade-off; in this case, it is the lack of an LCD screen.

Thankfully, TSC has included an LED indicator and one operational button on the printer’s top.

The LED indicator is colour-coded and helps you to identify the printer’s status. The operational button can be used to feed the media or to pause/resume a print job.

The following are the different colours of the LED and what they mean:

Solid Green: Power is on, and the printer is ready to be used.
Flashing Green: The system is downloading data, or the printer is paused.
Amber: The system is clearing data.
Solid Red: The printer head is open, or there is a cutter error.
Flashing Red: Printing errors such as paper empty, paper jam, ribbon empty, or memory error

Supports TSC Console

TSC Console is the company’s exclusive management software. With the help of this software system, you can remotely control a whole fleet of TSC printers from a single interface. TSC Console is very user-friendly and has a straightforward operator interface.

TSC Console allows you to alter print settings, view usage stats, update firmware, download templates and configure network settings on multiple TSC printers simultaneously. This helps you save a ton of time and effort and makes managing lots of printers incredibly simple.

TSC Console supports the following languages –

English
German
French
Spanish
Italian
Portuguese
Norwegian
Swedish
Danish
Dutch
Finnish
Japanese
Traditional Chinese
Simplified Chinese

Printing Modes

TSC TE210 can print in two different modes – Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer

In Direct Thermal mode, the heat generated by the printhead is used to blacken the heat-sensitive media. This blackened media then becomes your label. This printing mode is best suited for short-term labelling applications like boarding passes.

In Thermal transfer mode, the heat generated by the printhead is used to melt the wax or resin-based ribbon. This melted ribbon then transfers the ink onto the label. This printing mode is best suited to print high-quality labels that need to withstand harsh conditions such as direct sunlight.

Print Resolution and Efficiency

TSC TE210 can print at a maximum print resolution of 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) at a speed of 6ips (152.4 mm/s). The printer has a maximum print length of 25400 mm (1000 inches) and can print labels up to 108 mm (4.25 inches) wide.

The print speed and the print resolution are not the best in the thermal label printer industry. However, 203 dpi is sufficient for most barcoding and labelling print applications.

TE210 comes with a 127 mm (5 inches) OD internal media supply with an optional external media holder. This external media holder supports 214 mm (8.4 inches) OD label rolls on a 76.2 mm (3 inches) core.

Moreover, TSC’s TE printer series allows users to purchase and integrate a print mechanism separately. This one-of-a-kind print mechanism is suitable for kiosk applications, small label applicators, two-colour on-demand printing, and two-sided printing.

Energy Star Certified

TSC TE210 is an Energy Star 2.0 certified printer. This means it meets the strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US Environmental Protection Agency or the US Department of Energy.

Energy Star-certified printers use less energy than standard models. This helps in saving money on electricity bills and reducing carbon footprint.

Sensors

TE210 has various sensors that help you detect errors and take corrective action. These sensors help in reducing downtime and increasing efficiency.

The following are the different types of sensors available on TSC TE210 –

Transmissive gap sensor
Black mark reflective sensor (position adjustable)
Ribbon end sensor
Head open sensor

Supported Print Media

TSC TE210 can print on the following print media –

Continuous label paper
Die-cut label paper
Black mark label paper
Fan-fold
Notched paper (outside wound)

Supported Barcoded and Fonts

1D Barcode

Here is a list of 1D bar codes that are supported –

Code 128UCC
Code 128 subsets A, B, C
EAN128
Interleaved 2 of 5
Interleaved 2 of 5 with check digit
Code 39
Code 39 with check digit
Code 93
EAN13
EAN8
UPCA
UPCE
EAN and UPC 2 (5) digits add-on
Codabar
Postnet
MSI
MSI with check digit
PLESSEY
China post
ITF14
Code 11
TELEPEN
TELEPENN
PLANET
Code49
Deutsche Post Identcode
Deutsche Post Leitcode
LOGMARS

2D Barcode

Here is a list of 2D bar codes that are supported:

GS1 DataBar
GS1 DataMatrix
Maxicode
AZTEC
PDF417
QR Code
Micro PDF 417

Fonts

In terms of fonts, the TE210 supports –

Eight alpha-numeric bitmap fonts
One Monotype Imaging CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed scalable font
Monotype True Type Font engine (built-in)

TSC TE210 allows you to rotate fonts and barcodes up to 0, 90, 180, and 270 degrees. This feature gives you the flexibility to print labels in any orientation.

Print Command Language

TE210 uses TSPL-EZD as the default print command language. TSPL-EZD is a Windows-based printer control language developed by TSC. This firmware emulates TPLE, TPLZ, and TPLD languages using free Windows drivers. It also supports label design software which can be downloaded from the Internet.

Additionally, TSPL-EZD is compatible with standard industrial emulations, including Datamax, Eltron, Line Mode, and Zebra languages. It also works with Oracle, Unix, AS/400, Windows, and Stand Alone.

Connectivity Options

TSC TE210 desktop thermal printer comes with the following connectivity options –

USB 2.0 device port
USB 2.0 host port
Internal ethernet (transmission rate: 10/100 Mbps)
RS232
Internal Bluetooth 4.0 (factory option)
External Bluetooth (user option)

Compatibility

TSC TE210 can be used with the following operating systems –

Windows*
Linux
macOS

Windows compatibility includes all 32-bit and 64-bit (x64) versions of –

Windows Vista
Windows 7
Windows 8
Windows 8.1
Windows 10
Windows 11

Windows Servers compatibility includes –

2008
2008 R2
2012
2012 R2
2016
2019
2022

Options and Accessories

The options and accessories compatible with the TSC TE210 desktop thermal printer are divided into three categories:

User Options – can be installed by users.
Dealer Options – can be installed by authorized dealers.
Factory Options – can be installed in a factory during production.

User Options

External roll mount media with OD of 214 mm (8.4 inches) with 76.2 mm (3 inches) core
External Bluetooth module (serial interface)
KP-200 Plus keyboard display unit
KU-007 Plus programmable smart keyboard

Dealer Options

Peel-off module
Guillotine cutter (full cut and partial cut)

Factory Options

Internal Bluetooth 4.0

Media and Ribbon Specifications

Media Specifications

Maximum label length	25,400 mm (1,000 inches)
Minimum label length	5 mm (0.20 inches)
Media width	20 mm – 112 mm (0.79 inches – 4.4 inches)
Media wound type	Outside wound
Maximum media core diameter	38 mm (1.5 inches)
Minimum media core diameter	25.4 mm (1-inch)
Maximum media thickness	0.19 mm (7.48 mil)
Minimum media thickness	0.06 mm (2.36 mil)
Maximum Label roll capacity	127.00 mm (5 inches) OD

Ribbon Specification

Ribbon type	Wax, Resin, Wax-Resin
Ribbon core	0.5 and 1 inch
Maximum ribbon outside diameter	1 inch core – 67 mm 0.5 inch core – 40 mm
Maximum ribbon width	110 mm (4.33 inches)
Minimum ribbon width	40 mm (1.57 in)
Ribbon length	1 inch core – 300 meters 0.5 inch core – 110 meters
Ribbon wound type	Ink coated outside wound

Power Requirements

TSC TE210 works on an external universal switching power supply. The power requirements of the printer are as follows –

Input voltage: AC 100-240V, 2.5A, 50-60Hz
Output voltage: DC 24V, 2.5A, 60W

Operating Conditions

TE210 is made to function in the following operating conditions –

Operating temperature – 5˚C – 40˚C (41˚F – 104˚F)
Storage temperature – -40˚C – 60 ˚C (-40˚F – 140˚F)
Operating humidity – 25% to 85% non-condensing
Storage humidity – 10% to 90% non-condensing

Dimensions and Weight

As TE210 is a desktop printer, it doesn’t occupy much space. The dimensions and weight of the printer are as follows –

Length – 280 mm (11.02 inches)
Width – 204 mm (8.03 inches)
Height – 164 mm (6.46 inches)
Weight – 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs)

Items in the Box

When you purchase a TSC TE210 desktop thermal printer, the following items will be included in the box –

One printer unit
One quick installation guide
One power cord
One external universal switching power supply
One USB interface cable
A pair of 1-inch ribbon spindles for 300M ribbon
One 1’-inch ribbon paper core
One label spindle with two fixing tabs with two 1.5-inch adapters

Warranty

TSC offers a limited warranty for the TE210 desktop thermal printer. Not only does this warranty cover the printer, but also the printhead and platen.

The printer itself is covered for two years from the date of purchase. Please keep in mind that the warranty only covers manufacturing defects. It does not cover damages caused by external factors such as water or dust.

The warranty for the printhead is 1 million inches (25 km) of printing or one year from the date of purchase, whichever comes first.

The platen is covered for 2 million inches (50 km) of printing or one year from the date of purchase, whichever comes first.

TSC also offers an extended warranty for an additional cost.