RDM's Image Qualifier is the industry standard for validating image quality of checks against CPA and ANSI Standards.


The Image Qualifier X97-OCR (IQX97-OCR) is a check Image Readiness testing system that includes a calibrated tabletop scanner and Windows®-based software.

The IQX97-OCR tests check background designs and identifies problems in any of the five areas of interest (date, payee, legal, signature, and Convenience Amount Rectangle (CAR) fields). It verifies legibility and quality of the stored images, OCR print and the printability of image files. RDM’s Image Qualifier has automatic features to measure reflectance and contrast values of paper checks to determine if they meet ANSI’s (American National Standards) X9.7 requirements. It measures all reflectance values by automatically taking samples from a grayscale image of the document (for more details, refer to ANSI X9.7-99 Annex B page 59-65, and Annex C page 69-72).

RDM’s Image Qualifiers are installed in major financial institutions, printers, and equipment vendors in over 35 countries. It is the industry standard for validating image quality of checks against ANSI standards.

Image Qualifier X97-OCR - Click here to view PDF

CPA Standard 006 Part A Documentation - Click here to view PDF

CPA Standard 006 Part A Sample Check Layout - Click here to view PDF

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