Glossary

bit

A binary digit (0 or l), which is the smallest unit of information used by a printer or computer. See also number systems.

buffer

See memory.

byte

A unit of information consisting of eight bits.

carriage return

The control code that returns the print position to the left margin. In bidirectional printing, the print head may not actually move to the left margin.

CG table

The SQ has three Character Generator (CG) tables: Italic, Graphic, and Download. These tables contain the characters printed by the printer.

characters per inch (cpi)

A measure of the size of text characters, often referred to as pitch. 10 cpi is the standard or default setting.

condensed

Printing in which each character is approximately 60% of the width of standard characters. Useful for fitting wide tables or spreadsheets onto the printer.

continuous paper

Paper which has sprocket-feed holes on each side and is perforated between pages. Also called fanfold paper.

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