APPENDIX 4 GLOSSARIES ENGLISH VERSION
APPENDIX 4 GLOSSARIES
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Printer IP address
A 32-bit address of a printer connected to TCP/IP
network, which identifies the printer. An IP
address is written as 4 sets of numbers, separated
by full stops. For example 192.168.10.20.
P
rint head element
The thermal print head consists of a single line of
tiny resistive elements. When current is allowed to
flow through each element it heats up causing a
small dot to be burned onto thermal paper or a
small dot of ink to be transferred from a thermal
ribbon.
Print speed
The speed at which printing occurs. This speed is
e
xpressed in units of IPS (inches per second).
Reflective sensor
See Black mark sensor.
Resolution
The number of individual dots a printer can
produce within a unit of distance. Printer
resolution measured in Dots per Inch. As the
number of dots per inch increases, the resolution
increases, resulting in a more detailed image.
RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)
RFID is a technology that uses radio waves to
e
xchange data between a reader and an electronic
tag. The tag can be encapsulating inside a label
which can also be printed on. RFID is very useful
for object identification and tracking.
R
ibbon
An inked film used to transfer an image or text
onto media. In thermal transfer printing, it is
heated by the print head, causing an image to be
transferred onto the media.
Strip mode
The printer removes labels from the backing paper.
After each issue the printer stops until the label is
removed. Once the label is removed the next label
will be issued and so on.
S
upplies
Media and ribbon
Tag
A type of media with no adhesive, usually made
fro
m cardboard or other durable material.
Thermal direct printing
A printing method using no ribbon and thermal
m
edia which reacts to heat. The print head makes
direct contact with the media producing text or
images.
Thermal print head
A print head using thermal transfer or thermal
direct printing method.
Thermal transfer printing
A printing method where the thermal print head
h
eats an ink or resin coated ribbon against the
media. The ink/resin is then transferred onto the
media.
Threshold setting
A sensor setting that allows the printer to maintain
a consistent print position of pre-printed media.
Transmissive sensor
See Feed gap sensor.
US
B (Universal Serial Bus)
An interface that is used to connect peripherals,
such as a printer, keyboard, mouse to computer or
host. The USB port may allow disconnection of a
USB device without turning off the power.
Web printer
The web printer function allows you to browse the
p
rinter status on the PC, issue media, check or
change the settings, or download firmware to the
printer. For details, refer to the Network
Specification.
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