These charts are compliant with the Unified Skype Lync standard v1.0 released August 2013 and v2.0 released November 2014:
For instructions on implementing the standard please visit: https://www.imatest.com/docs/skype_video_spec/
Description
Notice: For customers ordering with a PO, please refer to the following table and use the product SKU’s on your PO.
| Product Name | Product SKU |
|---|---|
| SFRplus Chart: 40″ x 60″, 5 x 7, Matte, Two-Tone | SP08320 |
| SFRplus Chart: 24″ x 34″, 5 x 7, Matte, Two-Tone | SP00128 |
| Dot Pattern Test Chart-Medium-Large (15 Dots High) | DOTM15 |
| Dot Pattern Test Chart-X-Large-Large (15 Dots High) | DOTL15 |
| X-Rite ColorChecker Classic Chart | MSCCC |
| Imatest 36-Patch Dynamic Range Test Chart on High Precision 8″ x 10″ Film | ITDR36 |
| ISO-14524 digital camera contrast chart ST-52-RM* | ST-52-RM* |
| Imatest Spilled Coins (Dead Leaves) Test Chart-Medium-Matte-3:1-Single | ISC0016 |
| Imatest Spilled Coins (Dead Leaves) Test Chart-Large-Matte-3:1-Single | ISC0024 |
* This product has been discontinued by the manufacturer. As an alternative, please consider the ISO-14524 Pattern offered by Imatest.
Please note that in 2013, the Skype Specification was revised. In this revision the surface type of the test charts has been changed from Semi-Gloss/Luster to Matte, as a measure to reduce specular reflection. The table below indicates the model numbers for the legacy charts, and the corresponding model numbers for the new matte surface charts.
| Chart Size | Paper Size | Active Area | Legacy Model # | Current Model # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 24″ × 34″ | 22″ × 33″ | SP01152 | SP00128 |
| Large | 44″ × 60″ | 40″ × 59″ | SP09344 | SP08320 |
Charts are black and white, including a focus star, 20 patch step chart, and include 10:1 as well as 2:1 contrast ratios.
As shown on our blog, these charts are first mentioned in Version 5.0 of the Skype™ Hardware Certification Specification.
Skype™ is a registered trademark of Skype Limited.
Lighting Setup for ITDR-36
As written in the specification, “This chart needs an uniform light emitting surface below the chart, such as a dedicated light box.” For this purpose we recommend the GL-16E Lightbox Viewer. This lightbox provides even illumination and features a high frequency ballast to eliminate flicker.