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Glossary of Terms (continued)

Term	Definition
Thermocouple	A device for measuring temperature using a junction of two wires
	of dissimilar metals that produce a voltage when heated that
	varies proportionally with the temperature.
Through-hole	A method of mounting circuit elements with the leads passing
	through holes in the circuit board and soldered on the opposite
	side.
Timeout	An interruption of a print job that occurs when a function is not
	completed in the time allotted by the operating system.
TOF (Top of Form)	The leading edge of the card, as it travels through the Printer.
Track	The area on a mag stripe designated to contain the magnetic data
	string.
Troubleshooting	The process of investigating and determining the cause of a
	problem.
TrueType (TT)	A font format that produces each character using a mathematical
	equation, rather than a graphical representation, resulting in a
	much sharper, cleaner image.
UltraCard	The Fargo brand of card stock, recommended for use in Fargo
	Printers, with the necessary glossy surface and composed of
	PVC.
UltraCard III	The Fargo brand of card stock, recommended for use in Fargo
	Printers that laminate, with the necessary glossy surface and
	composed of PVC and PET to prevent heat distortion.
Update	The process of installing a new revision of software or firmware to
	implement new changes to the Printer's command codes and
	procedures.
UPS (Un-interruptible	An AC power supply, typically powered by batteries, which
Power Supply)	provides temporary power to the PC or Printer during an
	interruption of the supply voltage.
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