double-height printing

Printing in which each character is twice as Ml as normal.

double- width printing

printing in which each character is twice as wide as normal.

driver, printer

The part of a software program that contains commands for a particular printer.

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.

ESC/P 2

The enhanced version of the ESC /P printer command language. Commands in this language produce laser-like features, such as scalable fonts and enhanced graphics printing.

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.

initiaiization

Returns the printer to its defaults (fbced set of conditions).

ink jet

A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by precisely spraying ink onto paper.

intefike

The connection between the computer and the printer. A parallel interface transmits data one character or code at a time.

M/C

A typestyle in which the characters slant. This sentqzce 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.

1Q printing

One of the two print qualities available on your printer. LQ (letter quality) printing provides better readability and appearance at a reduced print speed.

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