Glossary–4
6400 Line Matrix Printers Setup Guide, Cabinet and Pedestal Models
CTS Clear To Send.
CVFU Abbrev. for Centronics direct access Vertical Format Unit.
D
DAVFU Abbrev. for Direct Access Vertical Format Unit. Also known as
NVFU. See also NVFU.
DC Data Controller.
DCD Data Carrier Detect.
decipoint One tenth of a point. A unit of length equal to 1/720 inch.
See also point.
default A value, parameter, attribute, or option that is used by a program
or system if another is not specified by the user.
descender The portion of a printed, lowercase character that appears below
the base line. For example, “g,” “j,” “p,” “q,” and “y” all are
characters with lowercase descenders.
diagnostic Pertaining to the detection and isolation of a printer malfunction
or mistake.
disable To deactivate, make “false” (0), or set to OFF.
DP Abbrev. for data processing print. This is a mid–quality,
mid–speed print resolution
draft A limited dot font used for rough copy. Low print quality but fast
printing speed.
DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory.
DSR Data Set Ready.
DTR Data Terminal Ready.
DVFU Abbrev. for Dataproducts direct access Vertical Format Unit.
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