SineImage Complete Automotive Camera Image Quality Test Solution

SineImage delivers a full-suite image quality analysis and testing solution for the automotive sector. The system supports testing of ultrasonic, radar, LiDAR imaging systems, as well as image processing algorithms for vehicle cameras.

2. Applicable Standards & Documents

• Whitepaper: P2020_Automotive Imaging Whitepaper
• Regulation: ECE R46
• ISO Standard: ISO 16505-2019 Road vehicles — Ergonomic and performance aspects of camera monitor systems — Requirements and test procedures
• Mandatory Chinese National Standard: GB 15084-2020 Motor vehicles — Performance and installation requirements for indirect vision devices
• Recommended Chinese National Standard: GB/T 38892-2020 On-board video driving recording system
• Chinese Automotive Industry Standard: QC/T 1128-2019 Automotive cameras

• 3. Full Equipment List Table

No	Test Item	Image	Recommended Model	Brand	Detailed Function & Specification
1	Darkroom Ceiling Light Source (For Subjective Evaluation)		T6022-X	3nh	Adjustable color temperature and illuminance. Can be matched with display tables, test charts and real scene props (flowers, grass, dolls) to simulate real driving environments. Multiple light source groups can be configured according to lab space, all equipped with digital controllers.Standard package: 16 light sources + 1 digital controllerElectrical parameters: AC 200-240V, 50/60Hz, 250WT6020-X is the standard built-in lighting of light booth: high CRI LED light source, color temperature adjustable from 2300K to 8000K, vertical illuminance 0–1000 lx, flicker-free.Serial communication supported: connect PC via RS485-to-USB cable or WIFI wirelessly, controlled by upper computer software (software sold separately).
2	8x Supplementary Reflective Light Box		T8B-X(2)	3nh	Adjustable illuminance & color temperature transmitted supplementary light box, composed of 2 sets upper fill lights, 2 sets lower fill lights & control boxes, left & right interchangeable fill lights.1. Uniform illumination surface; position & angle of each light box can be flexibly adjusted for optimal light uniformity.2. Color temperature range: 2300K–8500K3. Dual brightness adjustment modes (high/low illuminance); low-brightness mode has coarse & fine knobs for precise tuning. Illuminance range: 0–3000 lx (max value varies with placement).4. Stable flicker-free light output, service life ≥10,000 hours
3	4x Test Chart Stand		T1610-4B 4x Chart Stand	3nh	1. Matte Munsell N5 neutral gray anti-reflection baking paint surface.2. Double-sided metal backboard for magnetic mounting of test charts.3. Bottom casters for easy movement.4. Standard gray plate dimension: W1650mm × H1075mm, for mounting distortion & field-of-view charts
4	High Dynamic Range Transmissive Light Box		T259000+	3nh	Max illuminance over 100,000 lx, designed for wide dynamic range testing under high contrast scenes. Matches 120dB / 150dB dynamic range test charts.
5	Dynamic Range Test Chart		ITUHDR36 150DB Transmissive Chart	SineImage	Equipped with 36 low-noise color patches, supports maximum 150dB dynamic range, for dynamic range & SNR testing. Optional versions: 50dB, 100dB, 150dB. Must be paired with T259000+ high-illuminance light box for testing above 100dB; low-luminance light sources cannot meet test requirements.
6	Visual Resolution Chart		4X 4000 Line Reflective Chart (160cm×284.4cm)	SineImage	Enhanced 8× magnification test chart with maximum 4000 lines resolution, fitted with magnetic absorption backboard.
7	SFR Chart		16505 SFR 400A	SineImage	For MTF value measurement. Chart dimension: 1219mm×800mm, with magnetic absorption backboard.
8	Checkerboard Distortion Chart		16505 CB 400A	SineImage	For lens geometric distortion testing. Chart dimension: 1219mm×800mm, with magnetic absorption backboard.
9	Color Rendition Chart		16505 color 200A	SineImage	To verify color reproduction accuracy. Chart dimension: 610mm×400mm, with magnetic absorption backboard.
10	Gray Scale Chart		16505 200A	SineImage	Chart dimension: 610mm×400mm, with magnetic absorption backboard.
11	18% Neutral Gray Card		16505 18% A	SineImage	18% reflectance gray card. Dimension: 914.4mm×610mm, with magnetic absorption backboard.
12	70% Neutral Gray Card		16505 70% A	SineImage	70% reflectance gray card. Dimension: 914.4mm×610mm, with magnetic absorption backboard.
13	Ultra-Wide FOV Test Equipment		T-400-2Z	3nh	Enables full 360° field-of-view measurement for automotive cameras.
14	Subjective Evaluation Test Set		Model 688	SineImage	Real-scene test chart with dedicated fixed support stand, applied for subjective image quality assessment.
15	Illuminance & Color Temperature Meter		C-7000	3nh	Imported Sekonic (Japan) photometer.Measurement range: 1 ~ 200,000 lx, spectral range: 380nm ~ 780nm.Measurable parameters: illuminance, chromaticity, correlated color temperature (CCT), color rendering index (CRI).
16	Programmable Image Test Motion Platform		KBC-3000	3nh	1. Intuitive operation with 7-inch color touch screen main control system.2. Servo motor & ball screw transmission, positioning accuracy up to ±0.05mm.3. Support manual control & programmable automatic operation modes.4. Built-in auto lifting platform (height adjustable: 1m ~ 1.7m) to fit multi-height test demands.5. Valid guide rail travel: 3000mm6. Integrated computer desk size: 500mm*700mm7. Adjustable moving speed, maximum ≤1m/s8. Dual control: touch screen + manual control box9. Running modes: programmable + manual10. Standard load capacity: 100kg
17	Image Analysis Software		iQstest	SineImage	Testable parameters include MTF, resolution, color rendition, image noise, gray scale, distortion, dynamic range, etc. Continuous iterative development is carried out by the software R&D team to support comprehensive parameter testing. Cross-functional comparison is temporarily unavailable. All subsequent version upgrades will be provided to users free of charge.

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  4. Core Professional Test Charts

• MTF (Modulation Transfer Function): Modulation transfer function, core indicator to evaluate camera sharpness
• SFR (Spatial Frequency Response): Spatial frequency response, standard algorithm for MTF calculation
• FOV (Field of View): Field of view, angular coverage captured by vehicle camera
• SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio): Signal-to-noise ratio, measures image noise level
• Dynamic Range: Ratio between maximum detectable bright signal and minimum dark signal of image sensor
• Magnetic absorption backboard: Metal backboard for quick mounting of magnetic test charts
• CRI (Color Rendering Index): Color rendering index, evaluates light source color reproduction capability
• CCT (Correlated Color Temperature): Correlated color temperature, describes light source color tone
• Transmissive Chart: Backlit light-passing test chart, matched with high-brightness light box for HDR testing
• Reflective Chart: Surface-reflected test chart, used under standard ambient light for routine resolution & color testing