NEC PAGEPRO 1100 - Manual (Page 211)

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Glossary
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A graphic image on the screen that represents an element.
image transfer roller
The part inside a page printer that transfers the image from the
photoconductive drum to the paper.
laser printer
A high-resolution peripheral used to print text and graphics onto
paper or other media. A rotating mirror is used to reflect laser beams
onto a photosensitive drum; the image of the page is then transferred
via electrostatic charged toner. The final image is fused onto a piece
of charged paper using heat as it is rolled against the drum, setting
the toner onto the paper (or other media).
manual feed tray
An external bay for loading paper into the printer manually.
N-up printing
A series of printer settings that produces multiple, reduced
documents on one sheet of paper.
off line
A state in which the printer cannot receive data or perform any other
operation.
on line
A state in which the printer can receive data and operate.
operating system
A program or group of programs that control the functions of the
computer and its peripheral devices such as the printer.
paper basis weight
The standard for specifying paper weight. The metric standard,
applicable to all grades of paper is gm/m
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weight varies according to the grade of paper and is based upon a
500 sheet ream. The measurement of weight in the U.S. is pounds.
paper feed roller
A rolling mechanism that carries the paper through the various
functions of the printer during the printing process.