Emerson Epsilon Eb Series Reference Manual page 254

RAM
RAM is an acronym for Random-Access Memory, which is a memory device
whereby any location in memory can be found, on average, as quickly as any
other location.
RMS
Root Mean Squared. For an intermittent duty cycle application, the RMS is equal
to the value of steady state current which would produce the equivalent heating
over a long period of time.
ROM
ROM is an acronym for Read-Only Memory. A ROM contains computer
instructions that do not need to be changed, such as permanent parts of the
operating system.
RPM
Revolutions Per Minute.
Serial Port
A digital data communications port configured with a minimum number of signal
lines. This is achieved by passing binary information signals as a time series of
1's and Ø's on a single line.
Uploading
The transfer of a complete set of parameters from PowerTools or an FM-P.
VAC
Volts, Alternating Current.
VDC
Volts, Direct Current.
Windows, Microsoft
Microsoft Windows is an operating system that provides a graphical user
interface, extended memory and multi-tasking. The screen is divided into
windows and the user uses a mouse to start programs and make menu choices.
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