Verify that is visible, where "X" represents the assigned port number. Note this port number for entry into your billing software. Troubleshooting Common Errors Scanner Beeps But No Text Appears
Depending on your operational setup, you will see two types of drivers:
Reads all standard 1D barcodes, including GS1 DataBar.
| Interface | Driver Needed? | Typical Use | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | No – Plug and play. Works like a keyboard. | Most POS, PC, laptop setups. | | USB (Serial/CDC Mode) | Yes – USB-to-Serial driver (e.g., Silicon Labs CP210x). | Older software expecting COM port. | | RS232 (Serial DB9) | No – Needs a serial port or USB-to-serial adapter driver. | Legacy systems, industrial equipment. |
[Disconnect Scanner] -> [Download Driver] -> [Run Installer] -> [Connect Scanner] -> [Test Scan] 1. Prepare Your Hardware
Type "BS-C101" or "BSC101 Star" in the search/product downloads section.
The TVS BSC101 Star relies on programming barcodes to change internal configurations. These barcodes can be found in the official user manual included with your download package:
Avoid third-party driver download websites, as they often contain bundled malware or outdated files. Visit the official . Navigate to the Downloads or Drivers section. Select Barcode Scanners from the product category dropdown. Locate and click on BSC101 Star . 2. Choose the Right Driver File
Choose and point the installer to the folder where you extracted the Virtual COM driver files.
Q: What is the TVS BSC101 Star Barcode Scanner driver? A: The TVS BSC101 Star Barcode Scanner driver is a software program that enables your computer to communicate with the scanner.
USB (Standard), RS-232 Serial, Keyboard Wedge
: Access the scanner's configuration assets directly via the manufacturer's BS-C101 STAR Deployment Archive .
Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11 (32-bit and 64-bit)
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The device is likely stuck in Virtual COM mode while you are trying to use standard text input, or it is plugged into an inactive USB hub.
If after following this guide your TVS BSC101 still does not work:
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