AGFA 2100 manual Glossary-7

resolution

The number of dots in a defined area. The resolution of the DEClaser 2100 printer is 300 dpi.

ROM

Abbreviation for read-only memory. ROM contains all of the factory default feature values. It is a permanent memory and cannot be cleared or changed.

serial interface

A data communications interface that transmits data sequentially, one bit at a time, at a fixed speed. The DEClaser 2100 printer uses an RS232C serial interface.

sheet

In the context of a laser printer, the physical piece of paper that is printed.

simplex

A layout indicating that a document is formatted to be printed on one side of a sheet.

toner

A black powder commonly known as dry ink, which is used to form the characters on the paper. Toner is contained in the EP-S cartridge on the DEClaser 2100 printer.

transfer corona wire

Places an electronic charge on the paper that attracts (transfers) toner from the photosensitive drum to the paper.

type family

A group of fonts that have a similar design, but differ in the six other font attributes. For example, Courier is a type family that resides in the DEClaser 2100 printer.

type family ID

A 7-character code that identifies a type family.

xon/xoff

A software protocol used with RS232C serial communication. It regulates the flow of data to the input buffer by exchanging on/off signals with the host computer. The xon/xoff protocol is sometimes referred to as ``software handshaking protocol.''

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