Centronics parallel interface. A standard for connecting printers and other peripheral devices to a computer. It defines the plug, socket, and electrical signals that are used for controlling the transmission of data.
CMY. Abbreviation for cyan, magenta, and yellow. See also subtractive colors.
color registration. See registration.
composite black. The result of combining a mixture of each of the subtractive primary colors (cyan, magenta, and yellow). Also called process black.
configuration. (1) The arrangement of a computer system, printer, or network. (2) The devices and programs that make up a system, subsystem, or network.
curl. Curvature at the edge of a sheet of paper.
D Data Set Ready (DSR). A “handshaking” signal contained in a serial interface indicating the device is ready to exchange information.
data stream. Print data and printer control information flowing from the host system (computer) to the printer without interruption.
Data Terminal Ready (DTR). A “handshaking” signal contained in a serial interface indicating the device is ready to exchange information.
default. An attribute, value, or setting that is assumed when none is explicitly specified.
developer roll. An element in the toner cartridge that provides an even layer of toner to the photoconductor during the imaging process.
disk. Optional device that you can install in the printer to provide
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