ISO-02 Detail Contrast Color Test Pattern
Professional test pattern for evaluating color accuracy, detail, contrast, and resolution
Test Pattern
Click image to view full size. Print at 100% scale for accurate testing.
Testing Purpose
The ISO-02 Detail Contrast Color test pattern is designed to evaluate four critical aspects of print and copy quality:
Color Accuracy
Tests the device's ability to reproduce colors faithfully and consistently across the entire color spectrum.
Detail Reproduction
Evaluates how well fine details, textures, and subtle elements are preserved in the output.
Contrast Range
Measures the device's ability to reproduce the full range from deep blacks to bright whites.
Resolution
Tests the sharpness and clarity of output, revealing how well the device renders fine lines and edges.
How to Use This Test Pattern
Download and Print
Download the test pattern at full resolution and print it at 100% scale (no scaling or fitting to page). Use the device's best quality settings for accurate results.
Visual Inspection
Examine the printed output under good lighting conditions. Compare the print to the original on-screen image, looking for color shifts, loss of detail, or contrast issues.
Test Multiple Copies
For copier testing, make copies of the printed test pattern and compare them to the original print. This reveals how well the device reproduces complex color documents.
Document Results
Note any defects, color inaccuracies, or quality issues. Compare results across different devices to benchmark performance objectively.
What to Look For
✓ Good Quality Indicators
- • Colors match the original with minimal shift
- • Fine details are crisp and clearly defined
- • Smooth gradients without banding
- • Deep blacks and bright whites at extremes
- • Sharp edges without fringing or blur
- • Consistent color across the entire page
✗ Quality Issues to Note
- • Color shifts (colors appear different from original)
- • Loss of detail in shadows or highlights
- • Visible banding in gradients
- • Washed out blacks or overly bright areas
- • Soft or blurry edges and fine lines
- • Color inconsistency or streaking
- • Moiré patterns or artifacts
Test Pattern Information
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