Glossary
ADF
Automatic document feeder. The ADF is used to automatically feed originals
into the device for copying, scanning, or faxing.
all-in-one
A designation given to HP devices that can perform several functions, such
as printing, faxing, copying, and scanning.
browser
Short for Web browser, a software program that is used to locate and open
Web pages.
collate
The process of printing a multiple-copy job in sets. When collate is selected,
the device prints an entire set before printing additional copies. Otherwise,
the device prints the specified number of copies of one page before printing
the subsequent pages.
comma (,)
A comma in a fax dial sequence indicates that the device will pause at that
point in the dialing sequence.
contrast
The difference between the dark and light areas of an image. The lower the
number value, the more closely the shades resemble each other. The higher
the number, the more the shades appear separate from each other.
dedicated line
A single telephone line that is used exclusively for either voice calls or fax
calls.
DIMM
Dual inline memory module, a small circuit board that holds memory. A
single in-line memory module (SIMM) has a 32-bit path to the memory,
whereas a DIMM has a 64-bit path.
distinctive ring
A service offered by some telephone companies in some regions/countries
that allows two or three phone numbers to be set up on the same telephone
line. Each phone number has a different ring pattern, and the fax machine
can be configured to recognize the distinctive ring of the fax number.
dots per inch (dpi)
A measurement of resolution that is used for printing. Generally, more dots
per inch result in a higher resolution, more visible detail in the image, and a
larger file size.
DSL
Digital subscriber line, a technology that enables a high-speed, direct
connection to the Internet through telephone lines.
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