TVS-E DT 48 Direct Thermal Label Printer

The TVS-E DT 48 Direct Thermal Label Printer is a versatile desktop barcode and shipping label printer designed for retail businesses, warehouses, logistics companies, manufacturing units and inventory management applications.

Featuring 203 DPI resolution, printing speeds of up to 8 inches per second (ips) and a maximum print width of 108mm (4.25 inches), the TVS DT 48 provides efficient label printing for a variety of commercial applications.

Its direct thermal printing technology eliminates the need for ink cartridges, toner and ribbons, making it suitable for everyday barcode labeling and shipping label printing.

Equipped with USB and Ethernet connectivity, 128MB Flash memory, 32MB RAM and support for multiple printer command languages, the TVS DT 48 can integrate with compatible label design software and business systems.

Key Features

1. High-Speed Label Printing – Up to 8 IPS

The TVS DT 48 supports a maximum printing speed of 8 inches per second, helping businesses produce shipping labels, product identification labels and barcode labels efficiently.

2. High-Quality 203 DPI Resolution

The printer delivers 203 DPI printing resolution for readable text, barcodes, graphics and product information.

3. Wide 108mm Print Width

With a maximum printing width of 108mm (4.25 inches), the TVS DT 48 supports compatible 4-inch-class barcode and shipping labels.

4. Direct Thermal Printing Technology

The printer uses Direct Thermal Printing, eliminating the need for ink cartridges, toner and thermal-transfer ribbons.

This makes it convenient for applications using compatible heat-sensitive label media.

5. USB and Ethernet Connectivity

The printer offers the following standard connections:

• USB
• Ethernet (10/100 Base-T)

Optional interface: Bluetooth 5.2/BLE, depending on the selected configuration.

6. Advanced Memory and Processor

The TVS DT 48 includes:

• 32-bit RISC CPU
• 128MB Flash Memory
• 32MB RAM

These components support the printer’s internal processing and label printing operations.

7. Multiple Barcode Formats

The TVS DT 48 supports common 1D and 2D barcode formats for labeling applications.

1D barcode formats include:

• Code 39
• Code 93
• Code 128
• EAN-8 and EAN-13
• UPC-A and UPC-E
• Codabar
• Interleaved 2 of 5
• MSI
• GS1 DataBar

2D barcode formats include:

• PDF417
• MaxiCode
• Data Matrix
• QR Code
• Aztec

8. Multiple Printer Language Support

The TVS DT 48 supports:

• ZPL-II
• TSPL
• DPL

These printer languages allow integration with compatible labeling and barcode printing software.

9. Media Handling and Sensors

The printer supports a range of thermal label media and sensing options.

Media types:

• Continuous Labels
• Die-Cut Labels
• Black Mark Labels
• Fan-Fold Media
• Notched Media

Sensors:

• Gap Transmissive Sensor
• Black Mark Reflective Sensor (Position Adjustable)
• Head Open Sensor

10. Compact Desktop Design

The printer measures approximately 175 × 160 × 219mm and weighs 1.65kg, making it suitable for counters and workstations where space is limited.

Technical Specifications