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Bonjour
Apple Computer's trade name for its implementation of the IETF Zeroconf specification framework, a computer network
technology that is used in Apple Mac OS X 10.2 and later. Use it to discover the services that are available on a local area
network (LAN). It was originally known as Rendezvous.
Color accuracy
The ability to print colors that match the original image as closely as possible, given the fact that all devices have a
limited color gamut and might not be able to match certain colors precisely.
Color consistency
The ability to print the same colors in a particular print job, from print to print and from printer to printer.
Color model
A system of representing colors by numbers. An example of such a system is RGB or CMYK.
Color space
A color model in which each color is repesented by a specific set of numbers. Many different color spaces can use the
same color model: for instance, monitors generally use the RGB color model, but they have different color spaces,
because a particular set of RGB numbers results in different colors on different monitors.
Cutter
A printer component that slides back and forth across the platen to cut the paper.
ESD
ElectroStatic Discharge. Static electricity is common in daily life. It is the spark when touching the car door, or the cling
of clothing. Although controlled static electricity has some useful benefits, uncontrolled electrostatic discharges are one
of the main hazards to the electronics products. Therefore, to prevent damage some precautions are needed when
setting up the product, or handling ESD sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the
device. One way to minimize uncontrolled ESDs, and therefore reduce this type of damage is by touching any exposed
grounded part of the product (mainly metal parts) before handling ESD sensitive devices (such as the printheads or ink
cartridges). Additionally, to reduce the generation of electrostatic charge in your body try to avoid working in a carpeted
area, and keep your body movements to a minimum when handling ESD sensitive devices. Also, avoid working in low-
humidity environments.
Ethernet
A popular computer networking technology for local area networks.
Firmware
Software that controls your printer's functionality and is stored semi-permanently in the printer (it can be updated).
Gamut
The range of colors and density values reproducible on an output device, such as a printer or monitor.
HP-GL/2
Hewlett-Packard Graphics Language 2: a language defined by HP to describe vector graphics.
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