TSC PRINTRONIX TX210 Series User manual

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TX210 Series
Desktop Barcode Printers
User Manual
Series Lists:
TX210 / TX310 / TX610
Thermal Transfer
Direct Thermal

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Copyright Information
© 2021 TSC Auto ID Technology Co., Ltd.
The copyright in this manual, the software and firmware in the printer described are owned by TSC Auto ID Technology Co., Ltd.
All rights reserved.
CG Triumvirate is a trademark of Agfa Corporation. CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed font is under license from the Monotype
Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Information in this document is subject to change without
notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of TSC Auto ID Technology Co. No part of this manual may be
reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, for any purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use, without the
expressed written permission of TSC Auto ID Technology Co.

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Product Specification and Features .............................................................................................................................................................2
2. Operation 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
3. Setup...............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
3.1 Setting up the Printer.................................................................................................................................................................................10
3.2 Loading the Ribbon....................................................................................................................................................................................11
3.3 Loading the Media .....................................................................................................................................................................................14
3.4 Loading the Media in Cutter Mode (Option)................................................................................................................................................16
4. LED and Button Functions...............................................................................................................................................................................17
4.1 LED Indication and Key..............................................................................................................................................................................17
4.2 Regular Button Function ............................................................................................................................................................................18
4.3 Power-on Utilities.......................................................................................................................................................................................19
5. TSC Console...................................................................................................................................................................................................20

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5.1 Start TSC Console.....................................................................................................................................................................................20
5.2 Setup Ethernet Interface............................................................................................................................................................................22
5.3 Set WiFi and Add to TSC Console Interface ..............................................................................................................................................24
5.4 Initialize the Printer WiFi Setting ................................................................................................................................................................27
5.5 TPH Care...................................................................................................................................................................................................28
5.6 Printer Function .........................................................................................................................................................................................29
5.7 Setting Post-Print Action............................................................................................................................................................................30
6. LCD Menu Function.........................................................................................................................................................................................31
6.3 TSPL..........................................................................................................................................................................................................33
6.4 ZPL2..........................................................................................................................................................................................................35
6.5 Sensor.......................................................................................................................................................................................................38
6.6 Interface.....................................................................................................................................................................................................39
6.6.1 Serial Comm........................................................................................................................................................................................40
6.6.2 Ehernet................................................................................................................................................................................................41
6.6.3 Bluetooth.............................................................................................................................................................................................42
6.6.4 Wi-Fi....................................................................................................................................................................................................43
6.7 File Manager..............................................................................................................................................................................................44
6.8 Diagnostic..................................................................................................................................................................................................45
6.9 Advanced...................................................................................................................................................................................................46
6.10 Service.....................................................................................................................................................................................................47

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7. TroubleShooting..............................................................................................................................................................................................48
8. Maintenance....................................................................................................................................................................................................51
9. Angency Compliance and Approvals...............................................................................................................................................................53
10. Revise History...............................................................................................................................................................................................56

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1. Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing TSC bar code printer.
The TX210 series of thermal transfer desktop barcode printers supports more printing applications than any other printer in its class.
With three models available, the four inch wide TX210 series can address everything from higher volume 4x6 shipping labels,
higher resolution product marking and graphic solutions, to high resolution labels used in electronics marking applications.
The printers use a large 300 meter ribbon supply on a one inch core that saves both time and money. The TX210 series features a
user-friendly spring-loaded center-biased clamshell design for easy drop-in media loading of 5-inch rolls of media. The printer
construction features a rugged double-wall design that is stronger and more durable than other thermal transfer mechanisms on the
market. Its strong motor is powerful enough to handle a 300-meter-long ribbon.
As with all TSC printers, the TX210 Series features the TSPL-EZDprinter-control language, which is fully compatible with other TSC
printer languages, while supporting TPLE (Translation Printer Language Eltron® ),TPLZ (Translation Printer Language Zebra® ) and
TPLD (Translation Printer Language Datamax® ). The languages automatically decipher and translate the format of each label as it
is sent to the printer. TSPL-EZD also features internal scalable True Type fonts (based on the Monotype® font engine), which are
typically found only in more expensive printers.
This document provides an easy reference for operating this printer. TSC printers include the Windows labeling software for
creating your label template. For system integration, the TSPL/TSPL2 printer programming manual or SDKs can be found on TSC
website at: https://www.tscprinters.com.

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1.1 Product Specification and Features
Printer model
TX210
TX310
TX610
Resolution
8 dots/mm (203 DPI)
12 dots/mm (300 DPI)
24 dots/mm (600 DPI)
Printing method
Thermal transfer and direct thermal
Print speed
203 mm (8”)/second
152 mm (6”)/second
102 mm (4”)/second
Max. print width
108 mm (4.25“)
106 mm (4.17“)
106 mm (4.17“)
Max. print length
25,400 mm (1000”)
11,430 mm (450”)
2540 mm (100”)
Enclosure
Clamshell with double-walled plastic
Ribbon
1” paper core, 300m long, max. OD 67 mm
Ribbon width
40~110 mm
Processor
32-bit RISC CPU
Memory
128 MB Flash memory
128 MB SDRAM
microSD Flash memory card reader for Flash memory expansion, up to 32 GB
Interface
RS-232
USB 2.0
Ethernet
USB host
Internal Bluetooth MFi 5.0 (factory option)
Parallel port (factory option)
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi + BT combo module (user option)
Power
TX210 & TX310 adaptor spec:
Input: AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz
Output: DC 24.0V, 3.75A, 90.0W

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TX610 adaptor spec:
Input: AC 100-240V, 50-60Hz
Output: DC 24.0V, 5.41A, 130.0W
LCD model
LCD display
-3.5” color TFT display, 320x240 pixels
6 Buttons
-Navigation buttons, 4 buttons for up, down, left and right
-1 MENU button
-1 FEED/PAUSE/SELECT button
LED model
Icon panel with 8 icons for indicating printer status
1 FEED/PAUSE button
Sensors
Transmissive gap sensor
Black mark reflective sensor (position adjustable)
Ribbon encode sensor
Head open sensor
Transmissive gap sensor
Black mark reflective sensor
(position adjustable)
Ribbon end sensor
Ribbon encode sensor
Head open sensor
Real time clock
LCD model: standard
LED model: optional
Internal font
8 alpha-numeric bitmap fonts
One Monotype Imaging® CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed scalable font
Bar code
1D barcode list: Code128UCC, Code128 subsets A、B、C, EAN128, Interleaved 2 of 5,
Interleaved 2 of 5 with check digit, Standard 2 of 5, Insuatrial 2 of 5, Code39, Code39 with
check digit, Code93, EAN13, EAN8, UPCA, UPCE, EAN and UPC 2 (5) digits add-on,
Codabar, Postnet, MSI, MSI with check digit, PLESSEY, China post, ITF14, EAN14, Code11,
TELEPEN, TELEPEN number, PLANET, Code49, Deutsche Post Identcode, Deutsche Post

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Leitcode, LOGMARS
2D barcode list: CODABLOCK F mode, GS1 DataBar, GS1 DataMatrix, Maxicode, AZTEC,
PDF417, QR Code, Micro PDF417, TLC39
Font & bar code rotation
0, 90, 180, 270 degree
Printer language
TSPL-EZD (Compatible to EPL, ZPL, ZPL II, DPL)
Media type
Continuous, black mark, label with gap, notch media, punched hole media
Media width
19 mm ~ 112 mm
Media thickness
0.055mm~0.0254mm
Media ID core
1” and 1.5” paper core
Label length
3 mm ~ Max. length
Environment condition
Operation: 5 ~ 40˚C, 25~85% non-condensing
Storage: -40 ~ 60 ˚C, 10~90% non-condensing
Safety regulation
FCC Class B, CE Class B, RCM, UL, cUL, TUV/safety, CCC, BIS, EAC, BSMI, KC, Mexico CoC
Environmental concern
Comply with RoHS, WEEE, REACH
Accessories
Windows labeling software CD disk
Quick start guide
USB cable
Power cord
External universal switching power supply
1” ribbon spindle x 2 pcs
1” ribbon paper core x 1 pcs
Factory option
Internal Bluetooth 5.0 MFi
Parallel port (factory option)

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Dealer option
Peel-off module
Guillotine cutter (full cut cutter)
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi + BT combo module
User option
USB cable (1.5M)
External roll mount with 3” core label spindle

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2. Operation Overview
2.1 Unpacking and Inspection
This printer has been specially packaged to withstand damage during shipping. Please carefully inspect the packaging and
printer upon receiving the bar code printer. Please retain the packaging materials in case you need to reship the printer.
Unpacking the printer, the following items are included in the carton.
1 printer unit
1 Windows labeling software/Windows driver CD disk
1 quick installation guide
1 power cord
1 auto switching power supply
1 USB interface cable
2 ribbon spindles
1 paper core
If any parts are missing, please contact the Customer Service Department of your purchased reseller or distributor.

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1. LED indicators
2. Feed/ Pause button
3. Paper exit chute
4. Top cover open lever
5. Power switch
2.2 Printer Overview
2.2.1 Front View
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2.2.2 Interior View
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Caution:
Keep fingers and other body parts
away from the printer cover.
1. Ribbon rewind gear
2. Gap sensor (transmitter)
3. Media holder
4. Platen roller
5. Ribbon access cover
6. Ribbon rewind hub
7. Print head
8. Ribbon supply hub
9. Ribbon cover
10. Media holder locking switch
11. Media guides
12. Media guide adjustment button
13. Black mark sensor/ Gap sensor (receiver)

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2.2.3 Rear View
1. External label entrance chute
2. Power jack socket
3. RS-232C interface
4. Ethernet interface
5. Micro SD card socket
6. USB interface
7. USB host
8. Centronics interface (factory option)
Note: The interface picture here is for reference only. Please refer to the product specification for the interfaces availability.
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Caution:
Keep fingers and other body
parts away from the external
label entrance chute.

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3. Setup
3.1 Setting up the Printer
1. Place the printer on flat surface.
2. Make sure the printer is power off.
3. Connect the printer to the computer with the provided USB cable.
4. Plug in the power cord.
Note: Please switch OFF the printer before plugging in the power cord to printer power jack.

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3.2 Loading the Ribbon
1. Open the printer’s top cover
2. Open the ribbon access cover and the media cover.
3. Insert the rewind spindle into the paper core.

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4. Install the paper core right side onto the rewind hub
first then align the notches on the left side and
mount onto the spokes.
5. Insert the ribbon spindle into the ribbon core.
Note: The yellow part of spindle is in left side.
6. Install the ribbon right side onto the supply hub first
then align the notches on the left side and mount
onto the spokes.

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7. Stick the ribbon onto the ribbon rewind paper core.
8. Turn the ribbon rewind gear until the ribbon plastic
leader is thoroughly wound. Close the ribbon
access cover and the top cover.
Loading path for ribbon

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3.3 Loading the Media
1. Open the printer top
cover by pulling the
tabs.
2. Separate the media holders to
the label roll width.
3. Place the roll between
the holders.
4. Place the paper, printing side
face up, through the media
sensor and place the label
leading edge onto the platen
roller.
5. Move the media guides
to fit the label width by
pushing the media
guide adjustment
button.
6. Gently close the top cover,
using hardware or softeare to
make calibration.(Please refer
to chapter 4&5)

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3.4 Loading the Media in Peel-off Mode (Option)
1. Please refer to section
3.3 to install the media
and get calibration.
2. Move the media guides to fit
the label width by pushing
the media guide adjustment
button.
3. Pull the label through
the front of the printer
and take some labels
off only leave the liner.
4. Open the peel-off cover.
Feed the liner into peel-off
cover slot.
5. Close the peel-off cover
and printer cover, using
software to set ptinter’s
post action to Peel Off
mode. (Please refer to
chapter 5)
6. Print a label for test.