User's Manual

data dump
Sometimes called hex dump. A troubleshooting feature. When the
printer is in the data dump mode, each code that it receives is
printed in hexadecimal notation.
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 that control various printer functions and
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.)
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