Label printer TSC DH220 203 dpi with USB, Ethernet and RS232 connectivity

TSC DH220 is a direct thermal label printer with 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) resolution designed for printing barcode labels, shipping labels and product tags. It supports media up to 60 mm wide and a maximum print width of 54 mm, with roll diameters up to 127 mm. The printer is intended for small-to-medium volume labeling and offers multiple connectivity options including USB (type B), USB Host, RS232 and Ethernet, plus a Micro SD slot for additional storage. Built-in 128 MB RAM and 128 MB flash memory help handle label templates and print jobs, and a real-time clock enables time-stamped labels. The package includes a USB cable, external power supply and EU power cable.

Advantages

The TSC DH220 provides reliable direct thermal printing at 203 dpi, combining compact media handling with a top speed of up to 203 mm/s. Multiple wired interfaces and a Micro SD slot allow flexible integration into PC, terminal or POS environments. Onboard memory and a real-time clock simplify processing of templates and time-coded labels. Included power supply and USB cable enable immediate setup.

Suitable for

• Printing barcode labels for inventory and warehousing
• Shipping and logistics labels for small-to-medium batches
• Product tags and price labels for retail
• Integration with POS terminals and label printing stations

Key specifications

• Print method: Direct thermal
• Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
• Maximum media width: 60 mm
• Maximum print width: 54 mm
• Maximum roll diameter: 127 mm
• Maximum speed: 203 mm/s
• Memory: 128 MB RAM, 128 MB Flash
• Real-time clock: Yes
• Interfaces: USB (type B), USB Host, RS232, Ethernet
• Micro SD slot: Yes
• Included accessories: USB cable, external power supply, EU power cable

How to use

Install the printer on a stable surface and connect the external power supply and USB, Ethernet or RS232 cable to the host device as required. Load a direct thermal label roll (maximum 60 mm width, 127 mm diameter) and adjust the media guides so labels feed straight. Configure interface settings and printer parameters using the device driver or web/serial configuration tools, then send print jobs from your labeling software or POS system. Use the Micro SD slot for additional templates or fonts if needed.

Recommendations

Use direct thermal labels suitable for 203 dpi printing and avoid prolonged exposure of printed labels to heat, sunlight or abrasion to preserve readability. For network installations, assign a static IP or reserve the printer’s address in DHCP to ensure stable connectivity.