A recording apparatus includes a recording unit configured to record a first dot and a second dot having a diameter smaller than that of the first dot on a recording medium, and a scanning unit configured to move the recording unit in a scanning direction. The method includes performing a calculation based on a limited number of input parameters, including a driving distance, average speed, location and time of day. The second endplate includes at least one tab formed therein along an outer peripheral surface thereof. Then wires are connected properly between the electric board and electric power so as to light up a CFL fitted in the base.