resolution

A measure of the amount of detail that can be represented. Resolution of printed images is measured by using the number of dots per inch (dpi).

self test

A method for checking the operation of the printer. When you run the self test, an internally stored self-pattern is printed.

standby position

The position of your continuous paper when it is attached to the tractor but not loaded in the printer. See also page 5 of the Glossary.

Tear Off/Bin button

A control panel button that feeds the perforation of continuous paper to the tear- off position. When pressed again, the paper feeds back to the top-of-form position. Selects the bin when the double-bin cut-sheet feeder is installed.

tear-off position

The position of your continuous paper when you finish printing if the auto tear- off mode is on or if you press the Tear Off/Bin button. Using the micro adjust feature, you can adjust the tear-off position so that the paper’s perforation is aligned with the printer’s tear-off edge. See also page 5 of the Glossary for paper positions.

top-of-form position

The position on the paper that the printer recognizes as the first printable line. This is the default top margin position. Using the micro adjust feature, you can adjust the top-of-form position. See also page 6 of the Glossary for top-of-form positions.

unidirectional printing

Printing in which the print head prints in one direction only. Unidirectional printing is useful for printing graphics because it provides precise vertical alignment. You can select unidirectional printing using the printer’s default- setting mode or the EPSON Remote! utility. See also bidirectional printing.

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