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Parallel interface
An interface that transmits multiple bits simultaneously (usually in one-byte segments).
Your printer has a built-in, Centronics-type parallel interface with bi-directional
capability. See also Interface.
Platen
Printer component that holds the paper in position during ink transfer.
Print head
The printing mechanism that contains print nozzles and ejects the ink for printing.
Print head capping
An automatic protection function that prevents the print head unit and BJ cartridges
from drying out or becoming clogged with dust.
Printable area
The area of a sheet of paper on which a printer can reproduce text or graphics (the
printing area is smaller than the paper). On this printer, the printing area varies
depending on the type of paper being used.
Printer driver
Software that sends printing instructions to a printer. The printer driver keeps track of the
attributes of a printer and the codes the program must send to access those attributes.
RAM
Random Access Memory. Printer memory that is used for temporary storage of
information you want to print and downloaded fonts.
Resolution
The density of dots for any given output device. Expressed in terms of dots per inch (dpi).
Low resolution causes font characters and graphics to have a jagged appearance. Higher
resolution means smoother curves and angles as well as a better match to traditional
typeface designs. Resolution values are represented by horizontal data and vertical data,
for example, 360 × 360 dpi. This printer can produce output with resolutions up to
720 × 360 dpi precision.
RGB
An acronym for Red, Green, and Blue; the three primary colors used in the additive
process to form a wide spectrum of colors.
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