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Appendix F: Glossary
A.E.C
Automatic Emulation Change feature that allows the printer to automatically
select the proper emulation mode (standard or IBM).
automatic sheet feeder
Device built into the printer that automatically feeds individual sheets for
printing.
Centronics cable
Parallel cable normally used to connect the printer to the computer.
configuration file
Computer file created by the User Setup Utility to store printer configuration
settings.
default setting
Setting that is automatically selected by the printer or computer whenever you
do not make any setting.
emulation
Ability of the printer to act like (emulate) certain types of printer.
font lock
Feature that blocks the software application from changing the font selection.
LQ font
Letter-quality font.
Not-Ready Mode
Printer mode in which the printer is off line and cannot be used for printing.
power outlet
Local AC power source that you plug into to supply power to your printer. Be
sure that your printer is rated for the electrical power in your area. Your printer’s
rating can be found on the plate on the bottom of the printer.
print head shield
Shield that protects the print head. With monochrome printer models, the print
head shield is on the ribbon cartridges. Color models have built-in print head
shields (so no print head shield is installed on ribbon cartridges that are used
with color models).
push tractor unit
Option that makes it possible to feed continuous fanfold paper into the printer.
Ready Mode
Printer mode in which the printer is on line and ready to print.
Serial-To-Parallel Interface Converter
Option that makes it possible to connect the printer to a computer via a serial
interface instead of the standard Centronics parallel interface.