Epson Action Laser II User Manual

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download font
A font that is loaded into the printer’s memory from an outside

source, such as a computer.

dpi
Dots per inch. This is a measure of print resolution.

driver

The part of an application program that converts commands from

the program into commands used by the printer. Also known as the

printer driver.

EEPROM

Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory. The portion

of the printer’s memory holding SelecType’s default settings. It may

be erased and reprogrammed, enabling you to change the default

settings.

electrophotographic process

The

printing method used by your printer. In this process, a low-

power laser is used to expose selected portions of a revolving

photosensitive belt. Toner is then attracted to the exposed areas of

the belt to form a mirror image of the page to be printed. The toner

adhering to the belt is then transferred to the surface of the paper

where it is fused in place using a process combining heat and

pressure.

engine

The part of the printer that includes the electrophotographic

processing unit, engine controller, and paper transport mechanisms.

Glossary

GL-3

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