TSC 384M Barcode Printer in Santiago

Description:

The affordable and easy-to-use TTP-384M wide-format thermal transfer printer is ideally suited for compliance labeling, brand marketing, inventory control, drum labeling, warning signs and a host of other signage solutions.

TTP-384M can accommodate label widths up to 9.5 inches, with a maximum print width up to 8.64 inches at 300 dpi resolution. It also is designed to print wide-lateral bar codes without the need for image rotation.

The TTP-384M features a die-cast aluminum chassis and is packed with standard features, including a large LCD display, 8 MB Flash memory, 32 MB SDRAM, an SD card slot for adding up to 4 GB of additional memory storage, a built-in internal Ethernet 10/100 print server, and USB 2.0, Centronics, RS-232C and PS/2 keyboard connectivity.

The TTP-384M print assembly handles ribbons up to 600-meters long, accommodates a full 8.2-inch OD media roll and features a center-bias label handling mechanism that makes media loading and adjustment easy. A large LCD control panel makes it easy to manage printer settings, while the built-in Ethernet print server enables operators to control and monitor the printer remotely.

Features:

Printing Performance:

• Print Speed: Offers variable print speeds depending on the resolution you choose. It can print at speeds of up to 2 inches per second (50.8 mm/sec) at 300 dpi resolution, and faster speeds at lower resolutions.
• Print Resolution: Supports a maximum resolution of 300 dpi, ensuring good quality for barcodes, text, and even images on wider labels.
• Printing Technology: Primarily uses thermal transfer printing, which requires a ribbon to create durable labels on various materials. While not directly supported, some users might explore using compatible direct thermal media for specific applications.

Material Handling:

• Wide Format Printing: A key feature of the TTP-384M is its ability to handle wide labels. It can accommodate label widths up to 9.5 inches (241.3 mm) with a maximum print width of 8.64 inches (219.5 mm) at 300 dpi resolution. This makes it suitable for printing large compliance labels, brand marketing materials, inventory control signs, drum labels, and wide warning signs.
• Large Media Capacity: The printer can handle large rolls of labels with an outer diameter of up to 8.2 inches (208.3 mm), minimizing media changes and downtime.

Durability and Design:

• Industrial-Grade Construction: Features a robust design with a die-cast aluminum chassis, built to withstand the demands of industrial environments.
• Clear View Window: A window allows for easy monitoring of media levels.

Connectivity and Memory:

• Versatile Connectivity: Equipped with Ethernet 10/100 for network printing, USB 2.0 for direct connection to a computer, Centronics parallel for legacy systems, RS-232C serial for compatibility with older devices, and PS/2 keyboard connectivity for manual control (if needed).
• Adequate Memory: Comes with 8 MB Flash memory and 32 MB SDRAM memory, which is sufficient for most label printing tasks. However, it also boasts an SD card slot for memory expansion up to 4 GB, allowing for storage of complex graphics or custom fonts.

Additional Features:

• User-Friendly Interface: A large LCD control panel provides easy access to printer settings and monitoring functions.
• Ribbon Handling: The print assembly can handle ribbons up to 600 meters (1968 feet) long, reducing the frequency of ribbon changes.
• Wide Lateral Barcodes: The TTP-384M can print wide lateral barcodes without needing image rotation, saving time and effort.

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