Performing a Hardware Self-Test on Star Printers
Introduction This application note explains how to print a self-test on Star Micronics printers. A self-test is a printout of the printer’s configuration settings. Bluetooth, Ethernet and Wi-Fi models will print multi-page self-tests. Supported Printers: AllSupported Interfaces: All Self-test print outs include the following information: Firmware Version (Printer) Firmware Version (Network Card) Interface Information MAC […]
How to Turn Auto Connection ON or OFF for Desktop Bluetooth interface
Introduction How to configure the Auto Connection setting for desktop Bluetooth interfaces. For IOS devices Auto Connection should be on. For Windows, Mac, and Android Auto Connection should be off. Supported Printers: TSP650II, TSP700II, TSP800II, SP700, mPOP Supported Interfaces: Bluetooth Supported Environments: N/A Devices Needed: N/A Software Needed: N/A Confirm the current Auto […]
Eco Product Focus: The TSP800Rx
Learn the latest information on the TSP800Rx here. TSP800Rx: The Secure and Enviromentally-Friendly Way to Print Prescriptions Star Micronics has the solution to print thermal prescriptions using its secured locking TSP800Rx Printer. Answering the requests from hospitals and physicians to efficiently automate the prescription process and make it simple is the cure from Star. […]
What is StarIO and how can I find the latest release?
The information below is for archival purposes. To find the latest information on Star SDKs please visit our developer site. An SDK (Software Development Kit) is a package allowing developers to easily integrate 3rd party products into their own software applications. Star’s SDK includes two crucial ways to quicken integration time: StarIO and Sample Code. […]
How do I integrate my Star POS Printer with my iOS or Android POS Software
Printing from an iOS or Android mobile device (tablets, smartphones) to a POS printer is a swift experience if the app you are printing from integrated support for your printer. Due to the design of mobile operating systems (mOS), mobile devices do not offer a printing queue system similar to the ones using Windows, Mac, […]
How do I configure my Apple AirPort Express for a Star USB Printer?
Star is a proud long time supporter of printing from iOS and Mac OS X environments and is proud to add AirPort Express to our support line up! The PDF linked below provides instructions on how to configure an Apple AirPort Express directly to a host device or as a shared device over the network. […]
How do I find my MAC address?
Knowing a printer’s MAC Address might be required for setting up a Bluetooth printer in Mac or Linux, or a grand network access to a network (Ethernet or WiFi). The easiest way to learn your printer’s MAC Address is by printing a Self-Test. The MAC Address will be located on the 2nd page. To print […]
What is the difference between the TSP100 and TSP650 Series?
This FAQ explains the difference between the Star Micronics TSP100 and TSP650 POS Printers for End Users and Developers/System Integrators End Users TSP100 Series This product family was designed to offer the ultimate ease of installation and operation for the user. Everything you need is included in the box including the printer, drivers, cables […]
How to configure WiFi Power Pack (TP-Link) on Windows
Introduction How to setup the WiFi Power Pack to use with Star Printers on a Windows. Depending on the application, further installation of printer drivers may be needed. Supported Printers: Thermal, Impact Printer Supported Interfaces: Ethernet Supported Environments: Windows 8 (32/64 bit), Windows 7 (32/64 bit), Windows Vista (32/64 bit), and Windows XP Supported […]
How to configure WiFi Power Pack on Mac Computer
Introduction How to setup the WiFi Power Pack to use with Star Printers on Mac computer. Depending on the application, further installation of printer drivers may be needed. Supported Printers: Thermal, Impact Printer Supported Interfaces: Ethernet Supported Environments: Mac OS X WiFi Power Pack (TP-Link) Setup via WiFi Connect the TP-Link’s USB to […]