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.
e-mail (electronic mail) An abbreviation for electronic mail. Software that can be used to electronically
transmit items over a communications network.
fax An abbreviation of facsimile. The electronic encoding of a printed page and the transmission of the
electronic page over a telephone line. The device software can send items to electronic fax programs, which
require a modem and fax software.
fax functions Fax-related tasks that are done from the control panel or software that affect only the current
job, or are done only once before returning to the Ready state, such as clearing memory. These functions are
in their own section in the control-panel menu.
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