§ 1230.4 - Definitions.

The following definitions apply to this part:

Archival microfilm. A photographic film that meets the standards described in § 1230.14 and that is suitable for the preservation of permanent records when stored in accordance with § 1230.20(a). Such film must conform to film designated as LE 500 in ANSI/NAPM IT9.1-1996.

Background density. The opacity of the area of the microform not containing information.

Computer-assisted retrieval (CAR) system. A records storage and retrieval system, normally microfilm-based, that uses a computer for indexing, automatic markings such as blips or bar codes for identification, and automatic devices for reading those markings and, in some applications, for transporting the film for viewing.

Computer Output Microfilm (COM). Microfilm containing data converted and recorded from a computer.

Facility. An area used exclusively to make or copy microforms.

Microfilm. (1)Raw (unexposed and unprocessed) fine-grain, high resolution photographic film with characteristics that make it suitable for use in micrographics;

(2) The process of recording microimages on film; or

(3) A fine-grain, high resolution photographic film containing microimages.

Microform. Any form containing microimages.

Microimage. A document such as a page of text or a drawing that is too small to be read without magnification.

Permanent record. Permanent record has the meaning specified in § 1220.14 of this chapter.

Records storage facility. Records storage facility has the meaning specified in § 1220.14 of this chapter.

Temporary record. Temporary record has the meaning specified in § 1220.14 of this chapter.

Unscheduled record. Unscheduled record has the meaning specified in § 1220.14 of this chapter.

Use or work copies. Duplicates of original film made to be used for reference or for duplication on a recurring or large-scale basis. These are not preservation master copies, which must be stored unused as specified in § 1230.20.