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Glossary
configuration. (1) The arrangement of a
computer system, printer or network. (2) The
devices and programs that make up a system,
subsystem or network.
D
data stream. Print data and printer control
information flowing from the host system
(computer) to the printer without interruption.
default. An attribute, value or setting that is
assumed when none is explicitly specified.
defrag. To free up unused space. To defrag flash
memory, the unused space or gaps are moved to
the end of the memory, creating additional
space.
DL. Envelope measuring 110 x 220 mm.
download. To transfer information, such as
fonts, from a diskette or other device to your
computer or printer for temporary or permanent
storage.
dpi. Dots per inch. See resolution.
driver. See printer driver.
E
emulation. Imitation of a printer processing
language; for example, PCL 5 emulation imitates
the printer language used with the Hewlett-
Packard LaserJet printer.
executive paper. Paper measuring 7.25 x 10.5 in.
F
factory default. Printer setting defined when the
printer is manufactured.
Fastbytes protocol. A parallel printer protocol
that enables the printer to receive information at
faster transmission rates than normal.
flash memory. Optional memory you can install
in the printer that provides non-volatile storage
for downloaded fonts, symbol sets or macros.
font. A family or set of characters that have
common visual characteristics, such as size,
weight and style.
fuser. The part of the printer that uses heat and
pressure to make toner adhere to the paper.
G
g/m². Grams per square meter. Metric
measurement for paper weight.
H
hex trace. A way to isolate printing problems by
showing you, in a hexadecimal and character
representation of a print job, what information
your printer is receiving.
I
indicator lights. The 6 lights on the operator
panel that provide status, attendance and
service information.
interface. The connection between the computer
and the printer.
L
landscape orientation. Printed page orientation
in which the print runs along the long edge of
the paper.