Epson 3260 - Manual (Page 111)

A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on,
reset or initialized.
dot matrix
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by a
pattern (matrix) of individual dots.
draft printing
One of two print qualities available on your printer. Draft uses a
minimum number of dots per character for high-speed printing. See also
LQ printing.
ESC/P
Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. This system of
commands gives you software control of your printer from your
computer. It is standard for all Epson printers and supported by most
application software for personal computers.
f o n t
A font is a style of type designated by a family name.
c p i
See characters per inch.
d e f a u l t
form feed (FF)
A control code and control panel button that advances the paper to the
next top-margin position.
hex dump
A troubleshooting feature that helps advanced users find the cause of
communication problems between the printer and the computer. When
the printer is in data dump mode, it prints each code it receives in
hexadecimal notation and ASCII characters.
initialization
Returns the printer to its defaults (fixed set of conditions).
interface
The connection between the computer and the printer. A parallel interface
transmits data one character or code at a time, and a serial interface
transmits data one bit at a time.
italic
A typestyle in which the characters slant. This sentence is italicized.
line feed
A control code that advances the paper one line space.
GL-2 Glossary