APPENDIX 4 GLOSSARIES
ENGLISH VERSION EO1-33094
APPENDIX 4
GLOSSARIES
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Printer IP address
A 32-bit address of a printer connected to
TCP/IP network, which identifies the printer.
An IP address is written as 4 sets of numbers,
separated by full stops. For example
192.168.10.20.
Print head element
The thermal print head consists of a single line
of tiny resistive elements. When current is
allowed to flow through each element it heats
up causing a small dot to be burned onto
thermal paper or a small dot of ink to be
transferred from a thermal ribbon.
Print speed
The speed at which printing occurs. This
speed is expressed in units of IPS (inches per
second).
Reflective sensor
See Black mark sensor.
Resolution
The number of individual dots a printer can
produce within a unit of distance. Printer
resolution measured in Dots per Inch. As the
number of dots per inch increases, the
resolution increases, resulting in a more
detailed image.
RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)
RFID is a technology that uses radio waves to
exchange data between a reader and an
electronic tag. The tag can be encapsulating
inside a label which can also be printed on.
RFID is very useful for object identification and
tracking.
Ribbon
An inked film used to transfer an image or text
onto media. In thermal transfer printing, it is
heated by the print head, causing an image to
be transferred onto the media.
Strip mode
The printer removes labels from the backing
paper. After each issue the printer stops until
the label is removed. Once the label is
removed the next label will be issued and so
on.
Supplies
Media and ribbon
Tag
A type of media with no adhesive, usually
made from cardboard or other durable
material.
Thermal direct printing
A printing method using no ribbon and thermal
media which reacts to heat. The print head
makes direct contact with the media producing
text or images.
Thermal print head
A print head using thermal transfer or thermal
direct printing method.
Thermal transfer printing
A printing method where the thermal print
head heats an ink or resin coated ribbon
against the media. The ink/resin is then
transferred onto the media.
Threshold setting
A sensor setting that allows the printer to
maintain a consistent print position of pre-
printed media.
Transmissive sensor
See Feed gap sensor.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
An interface that is used to connect
peripherals, such as a printer, keyboard,
mouse to computer or host. The USB port
may allow disconnection of a USB device
without turning off the power.
Web printer
The web printer function allows you to browse
the printer status on the PC, issue media,
check or change the settings, or download
firmware to the printer. For details, refer to the
Network Specification
.
