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Glossary
A
Application
Software prepared for a specific function or set of functions. Examples of
an application program include word processing programs and
MultiPASS Desktop Manager. Developers who make application
programs include drivers that support different types of printers.
ASCII
Acronym for American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A set
of definitions for the bit composition of characters and symbols. ASCII
defines 128 symbols using 7 binary bits and 1 parity bit.
Automatic feed
Method by which paper can be fed into the printer when the built-in
paper feeder is used.
B
Bi-directional parallel interface port
An interface connection that is capable of both sending and receiving
information. For example, when you print or send a PC fax from your
computer, information is sent from your computer to the MultiPASS
printer. When you scan or receive a fax into your computer, information
is sent from the MultiPASS printer to your computer.
C
Centronics
An interface standard for parallel data transmission. The interface on this
unit is a Centronics-type parallel interface.
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