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IEEE
1.  Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers. An organization dedicated to defining technology standards.
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IEEE 802.2
1.  The IEEE standard defining the logical link controls when network-enabled devices talk over a netrwork.
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IEEE 802.3
1.  The IEEE standard defining the physical connection specifications allowing network-enabled devices to talk over a network.
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IEEE 802.4
1.  Token bus standard, using bus topology LAN.
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IEEE 802.5
1.  IBM token ring standard, using token ring topology.
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IEEE 802.6
1.  SMDS based, short packet transmission.
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image combination
1.  Originals are fed onto or placed side-by-side on platen, then automatically reduced to fit onto 1 11x8Yz/8'i2xll as follows: 2-in-l:ls places...
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image overlay
1.  A type of process/technology that allows multiple originals or images on the same output page.
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image rotation
1.  Feature on some digital copiers that automatically aligns the image with the paper when the correct orientation isn't present to begin with.
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image separation
1.  Reverses image combination by automatically enlarging each segment of multi-image l1x8Yl/8Ylxl1 original.
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imaging cartridge
1.  Sometimes referred to as copier cartridge, toner cartridge, or drum unit. An imaging system in which all or many of the consumable and maintenance...
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imaging unit
1.  Same as imaging cartridge.
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impact printer
1.  A printer that uses the force of an impact through an ink ribbon to create a printed character on a page. This impact is delivered by a rotating...
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infrared
1.  Non-visible light, as used in some photo interrupters and phototransistors.
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infrared port
1.  Commonly referred to as an IRDA (infrared data association) port. This port allows two computers or a computer and a device to communicate with...
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initialization
1.  Memory clear. Wipes out stored information and brings machine back to factory settings. Sometimes necessary to escape electrical lockups.
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ink
1.  A liquid containing various pigments and/or dyes used for coloring a surface to produce an image, text, or design.
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ink cartridge
1.  An ink cartridge is a replaceable component of an ink jet printer that contains the ink (and sometimes the printhead itself) that is spread on...
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inkjet
1.  A type of printing process that applies jets microscopic ink droplets onto paper to produce text and graphics.
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inkjet cartridge
1.  A cartridge with an integrated printhead; the inkjet technology is in the cartridge along with the ink. Manufacturers of printers that use inkjet...
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inkjet printer
1.  A printer that creates characters and images by spraying fine streams of ink onto paper at high speeds. Operate by propelling variably-sized...
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inputs
1.  Signals from switches & sensors that go to the main board.
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integrated printhead
1.  Also known as IPH. A printhead that is integrated into an inkjet cartridge so that the ink and inkjet technology are together. Also described as...
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interface
1.  Connection between two items of hardware, usually electrical.
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interface board
1.  Circuit board that transfers information and/or power from the copier to some section or option.
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interlaced
1.  A scanning (refreshing) method to display a video image that alternately scans the even lines then the odd lines.
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interlaced refreshing
1.  A refresh method for video that produces an image by scanning each line or row of pixels.
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interlock switch
1.  A switch (usually a micro switch) which shuts off power to components (motors and lamps for example) if the machine is opened. This is to prevent...
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interlocking panels
1.  Panels that require removal of other panels before they can be removed. Done by the manufacturers to save money and aggravate technicians.
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internet
1.  Worldwide network providing universal connectivity through various ISPs (internet service providers).
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internet service provider
1.  An acronym for internet service provider. Commercial organization that provides internet access (such as AOL).
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interpolated resolution
1.  An enhanced resolution that is computed using a software algorithm to make an image appear as if it were scanned at a higher resolution; contrast...
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interrupt
1.  Temporarily puts a waiting job on hold while you perform another operation.
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interrupt key
1.  Will usually interrupt operation of machine, including exposure settings, reduction, sorting etc. Also described as the "pause" key.
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interval
1.  Time in-between printed activity reports .
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intranet
1.  LAN (local area network) using internet protocols. Typically for communication within one organization.
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IP
1.  An acronym for internet protocol.
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IPXlSPX
1.  An acronym for internetwork packet exchange/sequenced packet exchange.
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IRDA
1.  An acronym for infrared data association. Commonly referred to as an infrared port.
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iRDH
1.  An acryonum for inverting recirculating document handler. Originals are fed into the feeder where they recirculate onto the platen but must be...
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ISP
1.  An acronym for internet service provider. Commercial organization that provides internet access (such as AOL).
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IU
1.  Imaging unit; sometimes referred to as copier-cartridge. An imaging system in which all or many of the consumable and maintenance items are located...
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