Explanation of Basic Concepts and Symbols
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Explanation of Basic Concepts and Symbols
The use of words and symbols in this manual are explained below.
“Width” and “Length”
Whenever paper dimensions are
mentioned in this manual, the first
value always refers to the width of
the paper (shown as “Y” in the
illustration) and the second to the
length (shown as “X”).
Paper Orientation
Lengthwise ( )
If the width (Y) of the paper is shorter
than the length (X), the paper has a
vertical or portrait orientation,
indicated by either “L” or .
Crosswise ( )
If the width (Y) of the paper is longer
than the length (X), the paper has a
horizontal or landscape orientation,
indicated by either “C” or .
