Glossary
ASCII
Abbreviation for American Standard Code for Information Interchange. The ASCII code table is widely used for data processing and communication. The codes listed represent a set of characters and commands.
A4 paper size
The European paper size of 210 mm x 297 mm.
basis weight
A measurement used to describe the paper weight density in grams per square meter. Acceptable basis weight ranges for the printer are from 60 g/ m2 to 135 g/ m2, or the equivalent of 16 lb. to 36 lb. To determine the basis weight in pounds, divide the g/ m2 by 3.75.
baud rate
The speed (bits/second) at which the computer and the printer communicate when a serial interface is used.
bitmap
An image in digitized form that can be stored, transmitted, and reproduced precisely.
bitmap font
The type of font created from a bitmap pattern. A bitmap font has a fixed size, similar to the type set in typography. The Courier font that resides in the DEClaser 2100 printer is an example of a bitmap font.
buffer
An area in the printer's memory used for temporary storage of data during input and output operations.
Fonts that reside in memory and are shipped with the printer. These fonts are sometimes referred to as internal, or resident fonts.
