Graphics - Epson LQ-510 User Manual

decimal
See number systems.
default
A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on,
reset, or initialized.
DIP switches
Small switches in a printer
set the default status of the printer when it is turned on or
initialized. DIP stands for Dual In-line Package.
dot graphics
A graphic design formed by patterns of dots. Also called bit image

graphics.

dot matrix
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by a
pattern (matrix) of individual dots.
double-high printing
Printing in which each character is twice as tall as normal.
double-strike printing
A way of producing bolder characters. Each character is printed
twice; the second time, the dots are printed slightly below the
original dots. Can only be used in draft mode.
double-wide printing
A print width in which each character is twice as wide as normal
characters. (The cpi is halved.)
draft mode
One of two print qualities available on your printer. Draft uses
fewer dots per character for high-speed printing. See also Letter
Quality.
emphasized printing
A way of producing darker characters. In a single pass of the print
head, characters receive twice the number of dots.
that
control various printer functions and
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