TSC MH240T Barcode Printer

Description:

The MH 240T Series is TSC’s mainstream industrial barcode label printer. The MH240T Series features premium printhead technology, faster processing, and all the memory customers will need to print high-quality labels delivered at the fastest speeds.

Features:

Printing Performance:

• Print Speed: Delivers a fast print speed of up to 14 inches per second (356 mm/sec), making it efficient for handling printing demands.
• Print Resolution: Offers a choice between 203 dpi (dots per inch) for standard barcode printing and 300 dpi (optional) for printing intricate details and smaller barcodes.
• Printing Technology: Primarily utilizes thermal transfer printing, creating durable labels on a wider range of materials compared to direct thermal printing. While not directly supported, some users might explore using compatible direct thermal media for specific applications.

Durability and Design:

• Industrial Construction: Features a robust design with a die-cast aluminum chassis that can withstand harsh industrial environments in warehouses, factories, and distribution centers.
• Large Media Capacity: Handles large rolls of labels with an outer diameter of up to 8 inches (203.2 mm), minimizing media changes and downtime.
• Clear View Window: A window allows for easy monitoring of media levels.

Usability and User Interface:

• User-Friendly Display: Equipped with a 3.5-inch color LCD display with a 6-button control panel, providing a user-friendly interface for navigation and configuration of common tasks.

Connectivity Options:

• Versatile Connectivity: Comes standard with a variety of interfaces for flexible network integration and device connections:
  • Ethernet for network printing.
  • USB 2.0 for direct connection to a computer.
  • RS-232 serial for compatibility with older devices (optional on some models).
  • Parallel port for legacy systems (optional on some models).
  • USB Host port for connecting external devices like a scanner or keyboard.

Memory:

• Ample Storage: The MH240T comes standard with 128 MB Flash memory and 128 MB SDRAM memory (memory capacity might vary depending on the specific model). This provides sufficient storage for fonts, graphics, downloaded formats, and potentially custom applications.

Advanced Features (on some models):

• Thermal Smart Control™: This feature (not available on all models) optimizes print quality by precisely controlling heat application for each pixel, resulting in crisp and clear labels.
• Media Versatility: The MH240T can handle a range of label types and media, including continuous labels, die-cut labels, black mark labels, fan-fold labels, and notched labels.
• TSPL-EZ Printer Programming Language: Supports industry-standard languages for customization of label formats and integration with existing barcode software.

Potential Limitations (compared to newer models):

• Limited Memory: Compared to newer TSC models, the MH240T's memory capacity might be lower, potentially restricting storage for complex graphics or custom fonts.
• Optional Features: Some advanced features, like a 4.3-inch touch LCD display or 600 dpi resolution, might only be available on specific models or as optional upgrades.

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