This standard applies to procedures and requirements for computer output microfilm generated directly onto 105 mm film.

a. The first generation microfiche is produced directly with a computer output microfilm (COM) recorder.

b. Microfiche duplicates are made from first generation microfiche as produced in a above.

This standard excludes:

a. Graphic configurations

b. Production of a first generation microfiche by methods other than a COM recorder

c. Sub duplicates made from a first generation microfilm produced by other methods than a COM recorder.

See Appendix A for Glossary of Terminology for Computer Output Microfilm.