download font

A font that is loaded into the printer’s memory from an outside source, such as a computer.

dpiDots per inch. This is a measure of print resolution.driver

The part of an application program that converts commands from the program into commands used by the printer. Also known as the printer driver.

EEPROM

Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory. The portion of the printer’s memory holding SelecType’s default settings. It may be erased and reprogrammed, enabling you to change the default settings.

electrophotographic process

The printing method used by your printer. In this process, a low- power laser is used to expose selected portions of a revolving photosensitive belt. Toner is then attracted to the exposed areas of the belt to form a mirror image of the page to be printed. The toner adhering to the belt is then transferred to the surface of the paper where it is fused in place using a process combining heat and pressure.

engine

The part of the printer that includes the electrophotographic processing unit, engine controller, and paper transport mechanisms.

Glossary GL-3