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DTC400/DTC300/DTC300M Card Printer Service Manual (Rev. 1.3)
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Glossary of Terms (continued)
Term Definition
Thermocouple
A device for measuring temperature using a junction of two wires
of dissimilar metals that produce a voltage when heated that
varies proportionally with the temperature.
Through-hole
A method of mounting circuit elements with the leads passing
through holes in the circuit board and soldered on the opposite
side.
Timeout
An interruption of a print job that occurs when a function is not
completed in the time allotted by the operating system.
TOF (Top of Form)
The leading edge of the card, as it travels through the Printer.
Track
The area on a Magnetic stripe designated to contain the magnetic
data string.
Troubleshooting
The process of investigating and determining the cause of a
problem.
TrueType (TT)
A font format that produces each character using a mathematical
equation, rather than a graphical representation, resulting in a
much sharper, cleaner image.
UltraCard
The Fargo brand of card stock, recommended for use in Fargo
Printers, with the necessary glossy surface and composed of
PVC.
UltraCard III
The Fargo brand of card stock, recommended for use in Fargo
Printers that laminate, with the necessary glossy surface and
composed of PVC and PET to prevent heat distortion.
Update
The process of installing a new revision of software or firmware to
implement new changes to the Printer's command codes and
procedures.
UPS (Un-interruptible
Power Supply)
An AC power supply, typically powered by batteries, which
provides temporary power to the PC or Printer during an
interruption of the supply voltage.
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