G-2 Glossary
■ C
Centronics
®
An interface standard for parallel data transmission. One of the interfaces on the unit is
a Centronics
®
-type parallel interface.
CNG
Stands for Calling Signal. This is a signal sent by fax machines to identify the call as a
fax transmission. When the receiving fax machine detects this signal, it automatically
starts receiving the fax. The majority of fax machines in use today can send and detect
CNG signals.
Coded speed dialing
An automatic dialing method that allows you to dial a fax or telephone number by
pressing Coded Dial and a two-digit code using the numeric buttons.
Cursor
The underline symbol you see in the LCD when you register numbers and names in the
unit.
■ D
Delayed sending
The ability to send a document automatically at a preset time.
Dialing methods
Ways of pressing one or more buttons to access a telephone/fax number to connect to
an outside party or fax machine. Dialing methods include one-touch, coded speed
dialing, group dialing, and regular dialing.
Document
The sheet of paper containing the data that you send to, or receive from a unit.
dpi
Dots per inch. A unit of measurement for indicating a printer’s resolution.
DRPD
Distinctive Ring Pattern Detection. Allows you to assign different ring patterns to
distinguish voice and fax calls using your telephone company’s special services.
Dual access (Multitasking)
Enables the unit to receive a fax (in memory), even if it is copying or printing a
document. Also enables you to scan other faxes into memory, make copies, print
reports, print documents, or register information while the unit sends a fax from
memory.
