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Glossary
alphanumeric Consisting of alphabetic, numeric, punctuation
and other symbols.
backing material The silicon-coated paper carrier material to
which labels with adhesive backing are affixed. Also
referred to as “liner”.
bar code A representation of alphanumeric information in a
pattern of machine-readable marks. The basic categories
are divided into one-dimensional (UPC, Code 39, Postnet,
etc.) and two-dimensional barcodes (DataMatrix,
MaxiCode, PDF417, etc.).
burn line The row of thermal elements in the printhead that
create the images on the media.
calibration The process through which sensor readings are
entered into the printer for correct sensor function (for
example, detection of a given media type) and TOF
positioning.
character set The entire complement of alphanumeric symbols
contained in a given font.
checksum An alphanumeric error detection method used in many
bar code symbologies for informational security.
continuous media An uninterrupted roll or box of label or tag
media that contains no gap, notch, or mark to separate
individual labels or tags.
core diameter The inside diameter measurement of the
cardboard core at the center of a ribbon or media roll.