proportional spacing

Printing in which character width varies from character to character. For example, a capital W receives much more space than a lowercase i. The result looks more like a typeset book than a typewritten draft.

RAM

Random Access Memory. The portion of the printer’s memory used as an input buffer and for storing user-defined characters, downloaded fonts, and graphics images. Information stored in RAM is volatile and is lost when printer power is interrupted.

reset

To return a printer to its defaults, either by a command, interface signal, RESET button, or by turning the printer off and on.

ROM

Read Only Memory. The portion of the printer’s memory that is permanent. Information stored in ROM is used to control how the printer operates. Resident fonts are also stored in ROM.

SelecType

A feature of the printer that allows you to set printer values and control most of the printer’s functions from the control panel.

serial interface

See interface.

status sheet

A report that lists the settings and other printer information. You can print this report using the SelecType feature.

Glossary GL-7