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carriage return
The control code that returns the print position to the left margin.
When issued together with a line feed, the print position moves to the
left margin of the next line. In bidirectional printing, the print head
may not actually move to the left margin.
condensed
Printing in which each character is approximately 60% of the width of
standard characters. Useful for fitting wide tables or spreadsheets onto
the paper.
continuous paper
Paper which has sprocket-feed holes on each side, is perforated between
pages, and is supplied in a folded stack. Also called fanfold paper.
control code
Besides the codes for printable characters, the ASCII standard also
includes 33 other codes which are called control codes. These control
codes perform such functions as sounding the beeper and performing a
carriage return or line feed.
cut sheet feeder (CSF)
An optional, detachable device which automatically feeds single sheets
of paper into the printer.
data dump
A troubleshooting feature. When the printer is in data dump mode,
each code that it receives is printed in hexadecimal notation as well as
the ASCII codes that stand for the characters. Sometimes called hex
dump.
decimal.
See number systems.
default
A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on,
reset, or initialized.
DIP switches
Small switches in a printer that control various printer functions and
set the default status of the printer when it is turned on or initialized.
DIP stands for Dual In-line Package.
dot graphics
A graphic design formed by patterns of dots.
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