Glossary
Continuous paper

This paper has pin-feed holes on each side and is perforated between pages. Also called fan-fold paper.

Control code

The ASCII standard includes codes for printable characters and 33 other codes, which are called control codes. These are the codes for such functions as sounding the beeper and performing a carriage return.

Cut sheet feeder

An optional device that automatically feeds single sheets of paper into the printer.

Data dump

A trouble-shooting feature. When the printer is in the data dump mode, each code that it receives is printed in hexadecimal notation. Sometimes called hex dump.

DecimalSee Number systems.Default

Values or settings that take effect when the equipment is turned on, reset, or initialized. These can be changed by DIP switches or by SelecType.

DIP switches

Small switches in a printer that control various printer functions. DIP stands for Dual In-line Package.

Dot graphics

A graphic design formed by patterns of dots.

Dot matrix

A method of printing in which letters and symbols are formed by patterns of individual dots.

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