Epson 800 Printer User Manual


 
control code
Special codes used to control printer functions such as performing a
carriage return or line feed.
cpi
See characters per inch.
default
A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on, reset,
or initialized.
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by a
pattern (matrix) of individual dots.
double-height printing
Printing in which each character is twice as tall as normal.
double-strike
printing
Printing in which each character is printed twice.
double-width printing
Printing in which each character is twice as wide as normal.
emphasized printing
Printing in which each character is printed twice (darker), with the second
slightly to the right of the first.
ESC/P
Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. This system of
commands gives you software control of your printer from your
computer. It is standard for all Epson printers and supported by most
application software for personal computers.
ESC/P
2
The enhanced version of the ESC/P printer command language.
Commands in this language produce laser-like features, such as scalable
fonts and enhanced graphics printing.
2 Glossary