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ROM
(Read Only Memory); a memory area which can be read
(used) but not modified and contains e.g the built-in
character generator, command code emulation etc. (not
volatile).
scaleable font
A file containing the basic elements of a set of characters
the size of which can be enlarged and/or reduced (within the
specifications indicated) by the user.
setting
The value of a parameter, command or feature.
SET-UP
An operating procedure in which it is possible to define the
printer parameter settings and memorize them.
standby
Printer status in which the printer is powered but dormant.
Occurs after a certain period of inactivity.
subscript
A print mode in which the characters are printed in reduced
size in lower half of character frame.
superscript
A print mode in which the characters are printed in reduced
size in upper half of character frame.
throughput
The optimum average output (in pages per minute) of the
printer.
F-4
TOF
(Top Of Form); the space on top of a form in which printing
is not possible. Will be skipped automatically on the
execution of an FF.
user settings
Parameter values defined by the user.
word length
(7 or 8 bits); refers to the format in which a byte of data is
transmitted to and interpreted by the printer.
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