high-speed draft
A draft printing mode you can select using the default-setting mode
or the EPSON Remote! utility. High-speed draft uses a minimum number
of dots per character to produce extremely high-speed printing. See also
draft and letter quality.
interface
The connection (via a cable) between the computer and the printer over
which print data is transmitted to the printer.
letter quality (LQ)
The print mode used by your printer when a font other than Draft is
selected. Printing with letter-quality fon ts provides better readability and
appearance at a reduced print speed. See also draft and high-speed draft.
line feed (LF)
A control code and control panel button that advances the paper one line
space.
loading position
The position to which the paper is automatically loaded. It can be adjusted
with the micro adjust feature.
platen
The black roller that provides a backing for the paper during printing.
printable area
The area of a page on which the printer can print. It is smaller than the
physical size of the page due to margins.
printer driver
A software program that sends commands from the computer for using
the functions of a particular printer.
reset
To return a printer to its default settings.
resolution
A measure of the amount of detail that can be represented. Resolution
of printed images is measured in number of dots per inch (dpi).
self test
A method for checking the operation of the p rinter. When you run the
self test, the printer prints the characters stored in its ROM (Read Only
Memory).
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