font
A font is a style of type designated by a family name.
hex dump
A troubleshooting feature that helps advanced users find the cause of
communication problems between the printer and the computer. When
the printer is in hex dump mode, it prints each code it receives in
hexadecimal notation and ASCII characters. Also called data dump.
initialization
Returns the printer to its defaults (fixed set of conditions).
ink jet
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by spraying
ink onto paper.
interface
The connection between the computer and the printer. A parallel interface
transmits data one character or code at a time.
italic
A
typestyle
in which the characters slant. This sentence is italicized.
line feed
A control code that advances the paper one line space
loading position
The position to which the paper is automatically loaded.
LQ
printing
One of two print qualities available on your printer.
LQ
printing provides
better readability and appearance at a reduced print speed.
parallel interface
See interface.
printable
area
The area of a page on which the printer can print. It is smaller than the
physical size of the page due to margins.
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