c p i

See characters per inch.

default

A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on, reset or initialized.

dot matrixA method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by apattern (matrix) of individual dots.draft printing

One of two print qualities available on your printer. Draft uses a minimum number of dots per character for high-speed printing. See also LQ printing.

ESC/P

Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. This system of commands gives you software control of your printer from your computer. It is standard for all Epson printers and supported by most application software for personal computers.

f o n t

A font is a style of type designated by a family name.form feed (FF)

A control code and control panel button that advances the paper to the next top-margin position.

hex dumpA troubleshooting feature that helps advanced users find the cause of

communication problems between the printer and the computer. When

the printer is in data dump mode, it prints each code it receives inhexadecimal notation and ASCII characters.initializationReturns the printer to its defaults (fixed set of conditions).interface

The connection between the computer and the printer. A parallel interface

transmits data one character or code at a time, and a serial interface transmits data one bit at a time.

italicA typestyle in which the characters slant. This sentence is italicized.line feed

A control code that advances the paper one line space.

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