This International Standard describes the characteristics and defines categories of bar code digital imaging
systems, identifies the attributes of each system which are required to be controlled, and specifies minimum
requirements for those attributes. It defines test methods for assessing the conformance of those attributes
with this International Standard. It is intended to be used in conjunction with International Standards which
detail the methodology for assessing the quality of a bar code symbol, such as ISO/IEC 15416. This
International Standard does not apply to Bar Code Masters, which are covered by ISO/IEC 15421.