Toshiba B-EX4T2 Series Manual page 69

APPENDIX 3 GLOSSARIES
Printer IP address
A 32-bit address of a printer connected to TCP/IP
network, which identifies the printer. An IP address
is written as 4 sets of numbers, separated by full stops.
For example 192.168.10.20.
Print head element
The thermal print head consists of a single line of tiny
resistive elements. When current is allowed to flow
through each element it heats up causing a small dot
to be burned onto thermal paper or a small dot of ink
to be transferred from a thermal ribbon.
Print speed
The speed at which printing occurs. This speed is
expressed in units of IPS (inches per second).
Reflective sensor
See Black mark sensor.
Resolution
The number of individual dots a printer can produce
within a unit of distance. Printer resolution measured
in Dots per Inch. As the number of dots per inch
increases, the resolution increases, resulting in a more
detailed image.
RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)
RFID is a technology that uses radio waves to
exchange data between a reader and an electronic tag.
The tag can be encapsulating inside a label which can
also be printed on. RFID is very useful for object
identification and tracking.
Ribbon
An inked film used to transfer an image or text onto
media. In thermal transfer printing, it is heated by the
print head, causing an image to be transferred onto the
media.
Strip mode
The printer removes labels from the backing paper.
After each issue the printer stops until the label is
removed. Once the label is removed the next label
will be issued and so on.
Supplies
Media and ribbon
Tag
A type of media with no adhesive, usually made from
cardboard or other durable material.
Thermal direct printing
A printing method using no ribbon and thermal media
which reacts to heat. The print head makes direct
contact with the media producing text or images.
Thermal print head
A print head using thermal transfer or thermal direct
printing method.
Thermal transfer printing
A printing method where the thermal print head heats
an ink or resin coated ribbon against the media. The
ink/resin is then transferred onto the media.
Threshold setting
A sensor setting that allows the printer to maintain a
consistent print position of pre-printed media.
Transmissive sensor
See Feed gap sensor.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
An interface that is used to connect peripherals, such
as a printer, keyboard, mouse to computer or host.
The USB port may allow disconnection of a USB
device without turning off the power.
Web printer
The web printer function allows you to browse the
printer status on the PC, issue media, check or change
the settings, or download firmware to the printer. For
details, refer to the Network Specification.
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