Glossary
ADF
Automatic document feeder. The ADF is used to automatically feed originals into the device for copying, scanning, or faxing.
all-in-one
A designation given to HP devices that can perform several functions, such as printing, faxing, copying, and scanning.
browser
Short for Web browser, a software program that is used to locate and open Web pages.
collate
The process of printing a
comma (,)
A comma in a fax dial sequence indicates that the device will pause at that point in the dialing sequence.
contrast
The difference between the dark and light areas of an image. The lower the number value, the more closely the shades resemble each other. The higher the number, the more the shades appear separate from each other.
dedicated line
A single telephone line that is used exclusively for either voice calls or fax calls.
DIMM
Dual inline memory module, a small circuit board that holds memory. A single
distinctive ring
A service offered by some telephone companies in some regions/countries that allows two or three phone numbers to be set up on the same telephone line. Each phone number has a different ring pattern, and the fax machine can be configured to recognize the distinctive ring of the fax number.
dots per inch (dpi)
A measurement of resolution that is used for printing. Generally, more dots per inch result in a higher resolution, more visible detail in the image, and a larger file size.
DSL
Digital subscriber line, a technology that enables a
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