what does sharp copy mean?
 

when referring to a lens?

To my knowledge if a lens is a soft copy then you purchased a lens that isn't taking sharp or in focus images due to the calibration being fucked up or something wrong with a piece inside the lens etc. A sharp lens is the opposite, clear contrasty sharp images.

You can visit this older thread if I am being unclear:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/...d.php?t=298267