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Document ID:   MIL-DTL-83511       Scroll down to access document images

Overview
Title:  Headset-Microphone and Headset-Electrical (Medium Noise Attenuation, Hearing Protective), General Specification for
Scope:  This specification covers headsets and headset-microphone assemblies intended for use in medium ambient noise level environments of 85-105 dBA SPL (Sound Pressure Level). These headset-microphone assemblies use dynamic earphones of the moving coil type that transform electrical energy into acoustical energy. A complete assembly includes headband, earphone(s) mounted in rigid earcups, with cord assemblies to meet requirements of various military service activities. The assemblies include, as required, a noise canceling microphone and boom.
Status:  Active Document Date:  28-JUN-2019      
  Next Review Due:  26-JUN-2024
5965 Doc Category:   Detail Specification  
Qualification  

Responsibilities
Lead Standardization Activity:  CR  US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, C5ISR Center  
  Preparing Activity: CC  DLA Land and Maritime
Coordination:  Full  
Army Custodian:  CR   US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, C5ISR Center  
Navy Custodian:  EC   Naval Information Warfare Systems Command  
Air Force Custodian:  85   Air Force Life Cycle Management Center - Electronic Components, Wire and Ca  
DLA Custodian:  CC   DLA Land and Maritime  

Amendments to military specifications or specification sheets issued after August 1, 2003 are incorporated in the modified document.
Revision History Click on column headings for a description of column content.
MediaDocument Part DescriptionDist StmtDocument DatePagesSize
Document ImageRevision B Amendment 1 (amendment incorporated)A28-JUN-201936516.1 KB
Document ImageRevision B A20-SEP-201836347.2 KB
Document ImageRevision A Amendment 2 (all previous amendments incorporated)A07-JUN-201736328.3 KB
Document ImageRevision A Supplement 1A A19-SEP-2012116.2 KB
Document ImageRevision A Amendment 1 (amendment incorporated)A19-SEP-201236320.8 KB
Document ImageRevision A Supplement 1 A11-MAR-2004111.0 KB
Document ImageRevision A A11-MAR-200436259.7 KB
Document ImageAmendment 3 A15-OCT-1999516.8 KB
Document ImageAmendment 2 A24-JUN-1985259.3 KB
Document ImageSupplement 1 A04-APR-1978117.8 KB
Document ImageBase Document A04-APR-1978391239.2 KB

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