Glossary
alphanumeric Consisting of alphabetic, numeric, punctuation and other symbols.
backup speed The speed at which the ticket stock is moved backward under the printhead following
barcode A representation of alphanumeric information in a pattern of
character set The entire complement of alphanumeric symbols contained in a given font.
checksum An alphanumeric error detection method used in many bar code symbologies for informational security.
core diameter The inside diameter measurement of the cardboard core at the center of a ticket roll.
cutter A mechanical device (e.g., rotary or guillotine) used to cut tickets following printing.
defaults Preset database settings returned following a reset of the printer.
diagnostics Resident (internal) programs used to locate and diagnose hardware problems in the printer.
direct thermal A printing method that uses a heat sensitive (direct thermal) material and only the heat of the printhead to create the image on that material.
direct thermal ticket stock Printing material coated with special chemicals that react by darkening with the application of heat.
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