This standard applies to the procedure and requirements for computer output microfilm (COM) generated directly onto 16 mm roll film.
a. The first generation silver halide microfilm is produced directly from a COM recorder.
b. Duplicates are made from a first generation roll microfilm.
This standard excludes:
a. Graphic configurations
b. The production of first generation roll microfilm by methods other than a COM recorder
c. Duplicates made from other than COM produced first generation roll microfilm.
See Appendix A for Glossary of Terminology for Computer Output Microfilm.
