The Toshiba B-SX8T-TS12-QM-R is a heavy-duty industrial thermal barcode printer with a metal enclosure, supporting both thermal transfer and direct thermal printing at speeds up to 8 inches per second. It features a 305 dpi print head, multiple standard interfaces (parallel, USB, LAN), and optional modules for cutting, stripping, serial communication, and expansion I/O.
The manual provides step-by-step instructions for installation, media and ribbon loading, power connection, and host computer interfacing. It also details cleaning procedures for the print head, platen, pinch roller, and optional modules, along with troubleshooting guides for error messages, paper jams, and print quality issues. Specifications include dimensions, power requirements, supported barcode symbologies, fonts, and two-dimensional codes.
| Model | B-SX8T-TS12-QM-R |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 416 mm × 289 mm × 395 mm (16.4" × 11.4" × 15.6") |
| Weight | 55 lb (25 kg) without media and ribbon |
| Operating temperature range | 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) |
| Relative humidity | 25% to 85% RH (no condensation) |
| Power supply | Universal AC 100–240V, 50/60 Hz ±10% |
| Power consumption (printing) | 3.5A at 100V to 1.4A at 240V, 170W rating |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.45A at 100V to 0.31A at 240V, 20W (100V) to 10W (240V) |
| Resolution | 12 dots/mm (305 dpi) |
| Printing method | Thermal transfer or direct thermal |
| Printing speed | 76.2 mm/s (3 ips), 101.6 mm/s (4 ips), 203.2 mm/s (8 ips) |
| Media width range | 101.6–225.0 mm (4–8.9 in) including backing; 101.6–160.0 mm at 8 ips |
| Maximum print width | 213.3 mm (8 inches) |
| Issue modes | Batch, Strip (option), Cut (option) |
| LCD display | 16 characters × 2 lines |
| Standard interfaces | Parallel (Centronics, 1284 Nibble), USB 2.0 Full Speed, LAN 10/100BASE |
| Optional equipment | Serial board (RS-232C), Cutter module, Strip module, Expansion I/O board, Real-time clock, Metal supply cover |
The printer includes a parallel (Centronics) interface, USB 2.0 Full Speed, and LAN (10/100BASE) as standard.
The manual instructs to clean the print head and platen with the supplied print head cleaner or a cotton swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol, wiping gently in one direction.
The maximum printing speed is 203.2 mm/sec (8 inches/sec).