Glossary
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Appendix
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G
Grayscale image
A bitmap image that stores data for each dot as a shade of gray, rather than as black
or white.
H
Halftones
The process of converting a grayscale image to black dots and white (unprinted) dots
that simulate the gray shades in the original image.
I
Import
To bring in information created in another application.
Install
To copy software to a designated location on a computer’s hard disk so that it can be
used at any time.
Interface
The connection between two devices through which they communicate with each
other. The Canon imageCLASS MF5500 Series feature USB interface, which makes
it compatible with IBM and similar personal computers.
Interface port
The port through which the machine communicates with the computer. The Canon
imageCLASS MF5500 Series have a USB port, located on the back of the machine.
See also USB interface.
Italic
A font style distinguished by slanted characters (the upright strokes of the characters
are at an angle to the vertical axis).
J
Jam
A situation created when paper becomes caught along the paper path. You must
remove jammed paper before you can continue printing.
