Epson LQ-2070 Printer User Manual


 
default
A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on, reset,
or initialized.
dithering
A way of arranging dots on a page to simulate a shade or tone.
dot matrix
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by a
pattern (matrix) of individual dots.
draft
One of two print modes available on your printer. Draft uses a minimum
number of dots per character for high-speed printing. See also letter quality.
driver
See printer driver.
ESC/P
Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. This is the system of
commands your computer uses to control your printer. It is standard for
all Epson printers and supported by most software for personal
computers.
ESC/P 2
The enhanced version of the ESC/P printer command language.
Commands in this language produce laser-like results, such as scalable
fonts and enhanced graphics.
font
A style of type designated by a name such as Palatino or Helvetica.
form feed
A control code and control panel button that advances the paper to the
next top-margin position.
hex dump
A troubleshooting feature that helps identify the cause of communication
problems between the printer and the computer. When the printer is in
hex dump mode, each code that it receives is printed in hexadecimal
notation as well as in the ASCII codes that stand for the characters. Also
called data dump.
initialization
Returns the printer to its defaults (fixed sets of conditions).
interface
The connection (via a cable) between the computer and the printer.
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