Keep alive battery protects volatile memory during temporary power
interruptions

Capabilities and Features.

The MBC is capable of interoperation with the Digital Message Device (DMD) and Fire Support Team (FIST) DMD.

The MBC is housed in an aluminum case and consists of the following components:

Display. Maximum of 16 alphanumeric characters.

Case. Aluminum housing for MBC.

Keyboard. Allows data entry and fire mission processing.

Battery Compartment Cover. Provides access to battery compartment.

Field Wire Binding Posts. Allow field wire hookup to DMD.

Power Connector. Allows hookup to external 20-32 V dc.

Radio Connector. Allows hookup to AM or FM radio.

The carrying case consists of the shoulder strap, waist strap, and case.