BS EN IEC 63207-2022 PDF

Full title and description

BS EN IEC 63207:2022 — Measurement methods of blue light characteristics and related optical performance for visual display terminals. This document specifies measurement methods for optical performance (luminance) and blue‑light characteristics (BLCs) of visual display terminals (VDTs), excluding displays intended for outdoor use only.

Abstract

Provides standardized procedures and measurement conditions for assessing luminance and blue‑light related metrics of screens and display modules (VDTs). The standard is intended to ensure repeatable, comparable results across test laboratories and manufacturers when characterizing blue light emissions and related optical performance.

General information

• Status: Current / Published (base IEC publication 2022).
• Publication date: IEC base publication: 28 September 2022 (IEC 63207:2022). Adopted as national/European publications (BS/EN/other national bodies) after the IEC publication; national adoption dates may vary.
• Publisher: International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) — published as IEC 63207:2022; adopted and published nationally/regionally as EN IEC / BS EN IEC by CENELEC/BSI and other bodies.
• ICS / categories: 33.160.60 (Multimedia systems and teleconferencing equipment); 35.180 (IT terminal and peripheral equipment); 31.120 (Electronic display devices).
• Edition / version: Edition 1.0 (first edition, 2022).
• Number of pages: 28 pages (bilingual English/French base publication).

Scope

Specifies measurement methods for optical performance (notably luminance) and blue‑light characteristics (BLCs) of visual display terminals (VDTs). The scope excludes products intended only for outdoor use. The standard defines test conditions, measurement geometry and the key metrics to be recorded so that blue‑light related properties of displays can be consistently assessed.

Key topics and requirements

• Standardized procedures for measuring luminance and blue‑light characteristics (BLCs) of VDTs.
• Specification of measurement geometry, sample orientation and environmental/test conditions for repeatability.
• Requirements for instrumentation, calibration and spectral measurements needed to derive BLC metrics.
• Definition of the metrics and reporting formats for blue‑light related quantities and associated optical performance results.
• Exclusions and applicability (for example, excluding displays intended only for outdoor use).

Typical use and users

Used by display and device manufacturers, test and calibration laboratories, quality assurance teams, product designers, procurement/specification engineers and regulatory or conformity bodies interested in assessing blue‑light emissions and optical performance of screens and terminals. Also relevant for researchers evaluating display safety and human factors related to blue light.

Related standards

Standards commonly referenced alongside IEC 63207 include photobiological safety standards such as IEC 62471 (Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems) and related technical reports on blue‑light hazard (for example IEC TR 62778). National adoptions and EN/BS versions of these standards may also be relevant when assessing hazard classification and labelling.

Keywords

blue light, BLC, visual display terminal, VDT, luminance, measurement methods, spectral measurement, display testing, photobiological safety, optical performance.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: An IEC international standard (adopted regionally as EN/BS EN IEC) that defines measurement methods for blue‑light characteristics and related optical performance of visual display terminals (VDTs).

Q: What does it cover?

A: Measurement procedures, required test geometry and instrumentation, calibration expectations, and the specific metrics to report for luminance and blue‑light characteristics of displays; it excludes displays intended only for outdoor use.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Display and consumer‑device manufacturers, independent test laboratories, quality engineers, safety/regulatory assessors, and researchers working on display health, ergonomics and photobiological aspects.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: IEC 63207:2022 is the first edition published in 2022 and is listed as current. Work to develop a next edition (ED2) has been observed in committee/project listings (indicating future revision activity), so users should check national/regional catalogues for any updates or amendment notices.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is a standalone IEC standard produced by TC 100/TA 2 (colour measurement and management) but it sits in the broader family of display, optical and photobiological standards and is typically used in conjunction with standards such as IEC 62471 (photobiological safety) and related IEC/CIE documents.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Blue light, BLC, visual display terminal, luminance, spectral measurement, optical performance, display testing, photobiological.