Epson DFX-5000+ User Manual page 166

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 inline package.
dot matrix
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by a
pattern (matrix) of individual dots.
draft
One of three print qualities available on your printer. Draft uses less dots
per character for faster printing. See also high-speed
quality.
ESC (escape)
A special control code used to begin most printer commands.
ESC/P
Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers (read E-S-C-P), a
system of commands that lets you control your printer using your
computer's software. The system is standard for all Epson printers and
supported by most software programs for personal computers.
font
A style of type designated by a family name, such as Epson Roman or
Epson Sans Serif.
hex dump
A troubleshooting feature that helps advanced users detect the cause of
communication problems between the printer and computer. When the
printer is in hex dump mode, it prints each code that it receives in
hexadecimal notation and ASCII code. Also called data dump.
high-speed draft
One of three print qualities available on your printer. High-speed draft
uses a minimum number of dots per character to produce extremely
high-speed printing. See also draft and
initialize
To establish the initial default status of the printer by turning the printer
on or sending an INIT signal.
input buffer
See memory.
interface
The connection between the computer and the printer. A parallel interface
transmits data one character or code at a time, and a serial interface
transmits data one bit at a time.
G L - 2 G l o s s a r y
draft
and near letter
near letter quality.