Glossary
ASCII
American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized
coding system for assigning numerical codes to letters and symbols.
auto line feed
When this setting is turned on using the default-setting mode or the
EPSON Remote! utility, each carriage return (CR) code is automatically
followed by a line feed (LF) code.
bidirectional printing
Printing in which the print head prints in both directions (bidirectionally).
This increases the print speed but may reduce precise vertical alignment.
Bidirectional printing is the printer’s standard printing mode. See also
unidirectional printing.
buffer
The portion of the printer’s memory used to store data before it is printed.
character table
A collection of letters, numbers, and symbols that constitute the set of
characters used in a particular language.
characters per inch (cpi)
A measure of the size of text characters. See also pitch.
continuous paper
Paper that has sprocket-feed holes on both sides, is perforated between
pages, and is supplied in a folded stack. Also called fanfold paper.
control code
A special code used to control a printer function such as a carriage return
or line feed.
cpi
See characters per inch.
cut-sheet feeder
An optional, detachable device that automatically feeds single sheets of
paper into the printer.
data dump
See hex dump.
default
A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on,
reset, or initialized. Also known as a factory setting.
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