ISO IEC 15426-2-2023 PDF

Full title and description

Information technology — Automatic identification and data capture techniques — Bar code verifier conformance specification — Part 2: Two-dimensional symbols. This International Standard specifies tester sampling, test methods and minimum accuracy criteria for barcode verifiers applied to multi-row and two‑dimensional matrix symbologies, and defines reference calibration standards for verifier conformance.

Abstract

This document specifies the test methods for representative samples of bar‑code verifier equipment and the minimum accuracy criteria applicable to verifiers using the methodologies of ISO/IEC 15415 for multi‑row bar code symbols and two‑dimensional matrix symbologies. It also specifies reference calibration standards against which verifier conformance is judged. NOTE: ISO/IEC 15426‑1 applies to verifiers for linear bar code symbols.

General information

• Status: Published (International Standard).
• Publication date: 13 December 2023.
• Publisher: ISO and IEC (published under ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 31).
• ICS / categories: 35.040.50 (Automatic identification and data capture techniques).
• Edition / version: Edition 3 (2023).
• Number of pages: 14.

These bibliographic and lifecycle details are those recorded on the official ISO and IEC publication records for ISO/IEC 15426‑2:2023.

Scope

This part of ISO/IEC 15426 specifies test methods for representative samples of verifier equipment and the minimum accuracy criteria for verifiers that evaluate multi‑row and two‑dimensional matrix symbols using the ISO/IEC 15415 methodology. It also specifies reference calibration artefacts and procedures for verifier conformance testing. It is explicitly complementary to ISO/IEC 15426‑1, which applies to verifiers for linear (one‑dimensional) barcode symbols.

Key topics and requirements

• Defines test methods and sampling approach for representative verifier equipment units.
• Specifies minimum accuracy and performance criteria for two‑dimensional (matrix) and multi‑row barcode verification based on ISO/IEC 15415 methods.
• Identifies reference calibration standards and artefacts for verifier conformance checks.
• Distinguishes scope from ISO/IEC 15426‑1 (linear symbols), clarifying applicability to 2D symbologies.
• Intended to be used alongside the print‑quality test specification (ISO/IEC 15415) and related vocabulary and test method standards.

Typical use and users

Primary users include manufacturers of barcode verifiers, independent calibration and test laboratories, quality assurance and production teams that print or verify 2D matrix and multi‑row barcodes, system integrators deploying AIDC solutions, and procurement/regulatory bodies that require documented verifier conformance. The standard is used to establish repeatable test procedures, acceptance criteria and calibration baselines for verifier hardware.

Related standards

Normative and related documents commonly referenced with ISO/IEC 15426‑2 include ISO/IEC 15415 (Bar code symbol print quality test specification — Two‑dimensional symbols), ISO/IEC 15416 (print quality for linear symbols), and ISO/IEC 19762 (Harmonized vocabulary for AIDC). The 2015 edition of ISO/IEC 15426‑2 was withdrawn and superseded by the 2023 edition.

Keywords

barcode verifier, verifier conformance, two‑dimensional symbols, matrix symbology, ISO/IEC 15415, calibration standard, AIDC, multi‑row barcode, print quality, verifier testing.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO/IEC 15426‑2:2023 is an International Standard that specifies conformance test methods, minimum accuracy criteria and reference calibration standards for barcode verifiers that inspect two‑dimensional (matrix) and multi‑row barcode symbols.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers sampling and test procedures for verifier equipment, the accuracy thresholds verifiers must meet when using ISO/IEC 15415 methodologies, and the reference calibration artefacts and procedures used to demonstrate conformance. It does not replace ISO/IEC 15426‑1, which addresses linear (1D) barcode verifiers.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers of verification equipment, calibration and test laboratories, quality and production teams in industries that print or verify barcodes, system integrators, and procurement or compliance organizations that require documented verifier performance.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2023 publication is the current edition (Edition 3, published 13 December 2023) and supersedes the 2015 edition of ISO/IEC 15426‑2.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — ISO/IEC 15426 is a multi‑part specification. Part 1 (ISO/IEC 15426‑1) addresses verifiers for linear barcodes; Part 2 addresses two‑dimensional symbols. The series works in conjunction with ISO/IEC 15415 (2D print quality) and other AIDC vocabulary and test standards.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Barcode verifier, verifier conformance, two‑dimensional symbols, matrix symbology, calibration, ISO/IEC 15415, AIDC.