The copy image quality is affected by many factors; including the copier, supplies, and environmental conditions. The density and background image quality is particularly significant relative to aesthetic appearance, the visual impression of blackness, and the ability to distinguish information from background.

The test target may also be used to evaluate the copier or supplies.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the description and method of use for a density and background test target for office copier image evaluation.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific precautionary statements, see Section 8.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

E1347 Test Method for Color and Color-Difference Measurement by Tristimulus Colorimetry

F335 Terminology Relating to Electrostatic Imaging

F360 Practice for Image Evaluation of Electrostatic Business Copies

ANSI Standards

Keywords

copier background; copier image density; image quality;Background; Copy materials/products--office; Density--copy materials/applications;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 37.100.10 (Reproduction equipment)

Citing ASTM Standards

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