TSC Alpha-2R Mobile Receipt Printer - Century Systems, Inc.

TSC Alpha-2R: The Smallest, Most Affordable Mobile Printer for On-the-Go Printing

The TSC Alpha-2R is a comfortable, lightweight, and affordable mobile direct thermal receipt printer capable of working with any mobile printing application, providing quick and simple receipts or tickets. Built for high durability and performance, it’s equipped with essential features and offers a selection of compatible accessories, making it an ideal solution for various mobile applications across industries.

Key Features for Mobile Performance

The Alpha-2R is designed for robust performance and user convenience in mobile environments.

Highlights:

IP54-Rated Protective Case: Resists dust and water, with plastic design construction that withstands 1.5m (5ft) drop (can be 2m/6.5ft with IP54 case).
Wired & Wireless Communication Interfaces: USB 2.0, RS-232, MFi Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi Certified.
High Capacity Li-ion Batteries: 1620mAh rechargeable batteries for long-lasting operation (more than 17 hours of printing receipts on a single charge).
Large Paper Capacity: Reduces the frequency of changing paper rolls.
High-Speed Processor and Extensive Memory: For fast print speeds of up to 102mm (4″) per second.
Multiple Emulation Support: Supports TSPL-EZ (EPL2 and ZPL emulations), ESC-POS, CPCL emulation for broad compatibility.
2-Year Standard Warranty: Provides peace of mind.
ENERGY STAR® Qualified: For energy efficiency.

Versatile Applications

The Alpha-2R is ideal for a wide range of mobile printing applications across various sectors.

Applications:

Warehouse & Logistics: Direct Store Deliveries (DSD), Proof of Delivery and Pickup, Fleet Management.
Retail: Field Sales/Repairs, Mobile Point-of-Sale.
Transportation: Onboard Ticketing.
Entertainment & Hospitality: Mobile Ticketing, Table Side Ordering.
Public Utilities: Utility Billing/Meter Reading, Parking Citations.

Comprehensive Specifications

Models: Alpha-2R Black, Alpha-2R White

Resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi)

Printing Method: Direct Thermal

Max. Print Speed: Up to 102mm (4″)/second

Max. Print Width: 48mm (1.89″)

Max. Print Length: 2,286mm (90″)

Enclosure: Plastic

Physical Dimension (W x H x D): 89.3mm (W) x 134.5mm (H) x 56.5mm (D) / 3.52″ (W) x 5.3″ (H) x 2.22″ (D)

Weight (Including Battery): 350g (0.77lbs)

Drop Specification: 1.5m (5ft); with IP54 case can be 2m (6.5ft)

IP Rating: IP42 (without case) IP54 (with case)

Max. Roll Capacity: 50mm (2″) OD

Processor: 32bit RISC CPU

Memory: 128 MB Flash memory, 64 MB SDRAM

Interface: USB 2.0, 802.11a/b/g/n wireless (factory option), MFi Bluetooth 5.0 (factory option), NFC (factory option), RS-232 (user option)

Power: Two-cell, 7.4V DC, 1620mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery

Operation Switch, Button: 3 buttons (On/off, feed, and cover-open), 2 color LED for printer status, 3 LEDs for battery status

Sensors: Reflective sensor, Head open sensor

Internal Fonts: 8 alpha-numeric bitmap fonts, One Monotype Imaging CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed scalable font

Printer Language: TSPL-EZ (EPL2, ZPL2), ESC-POS or CPCL emulation

Media Type: Receipt paper, bline receipt paper (black mark in printing side) & selected label

Media Width: Max. 58mm (2.28″); with adaptor: 50.8mm (2″) and 25.4mm (1″) (user option)

Media Thickness: Receipt: 0.05-0.10mm (2-4 mil); Label: Up to 0.14mm (5.5 mil)

Media Height (Label): Min. 25.4mm (1″)

Environment Condition (Operation): -20°C-50°C (-4°F-122°F), 10%-90% non-condensing

Environment Condition (Storage): -30°C-70°C (-22°F-158°F), 10%-90% non-condensing

Environmental Concern: Comply with RoHS, WEEE, REACH, China RoHS

Accessories Included: Quick start guide, Belt clip, Li-ion battery, Power adaptor

Limited Warranty: Printer 2 years; Print head: 25km (1 million inches) or 12 months; Platen: 50km (2 million inches) or 12 months

Factory Options: 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless network, MFi Bluetooth 5.0, Linerless kit, NFC

User Options: Mini type USB 2.0, USB to RS-232 converter cable, Li-ion battery, 1-slot battery charger, 4-slot battery charger, 12-24V DC vehicle power adaptor, 12-60V DC vehicle power adaptor, 12-60V DC vehicle open end power adaptor, IP54-rated protective case with shoulder strap, Media spacer kit

Barcode Symbologies

The Alpha-2R supports a comprehensive range of 1D and 2D barcode symbologies.

1D Barcodes:

Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 UCC, Code 128 subsets A.B.C, Codabar, Interleave 2 of 5, EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN and UPC 2(5) digits add-on, MSI, PLESSEY, POSTNET, China POST, GS1 Data bar.

2D Barcodes:

PDF-417, Maxicode, DataMatrix, QR code, Aztec.

Available Model Numbers

Part numbers below are TSC’s own, from the TSC Americas price list effective May 1, 2025. Contact Century Systems for current pricing and availability.

Part Number	Model	Configuration
99-062A003-0301	Alpha-2R	Alpha-2R 2” label/receipt portable printer 203 dpi, up to 4ips, 128MB Flash, 64MB DRAM with Wifi
99-062A006-0201	Alpha-2R	Alpha 2R 2” Grey label/receipt portable printer 203 dpi, up to 4ips, 128MB Flash, 64MB DRAM, USB + MFi Bluetooth 4.2 (Supports Apple & Android)
99-062A024-0A11	Alpha-2R	Alpha-2R 203 DPI, 2” print width, 4 IPS, grey linerless portable label/receipt printer, 128MB Flash, 64MB DRAM, USB, NFC, NFC tag, MFi Bluetooth (Supports Apple & Android)

Conclusion

The TSC Alpha-2R portable direct thermal printer is a versatile, durable, and affordable solution for mobile printing needs. With its compact design, robust connectivity options, and long-lasting battery, the Alpha-2R is an excellent choice for businesses seeking efficient and reliable on-the-go receipt and ticket printing across various industries, ensuring seamless operations and enhanced productivity.

TSC Alpha-2R Specification Sheet

Manuals and documentation

2 documents for this printer — user manuals, guides and brochures, free to download with no form to fill in.

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