Every roll of first and second generation film shall have density reading taken, either roll by roll or title by title, whichever is stricter. There shall be no less than 10 readings per roll. The acceptable density range is between 0.80 and 1.30 for most documents. If a specific item requires an exception, it must be noted on the written report and an explanation made to the using department. Density of 1.30 to 1.50.
Fine line originals with small high contrast printing.
Density of 1.15 to 1.40. Pencil and ink drawings, faded printing and very small printing. Density of 1.0 to 1.2. Some very poor contrast documents may require background density of 0.70 to 0.85. The 16mm sleeved user copy shall be silver halide.