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| − | + | Intended for reconnaissance [['Mechs]] or vehicles, the '''C3 Command Unit''', also known as '''C3 Master Computer''', is the central hub of a [[C3 Network]] and allows linked units to share radar and targeting data on the [[lance]] or [[company]] levels. | |
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| + | Normally carried by the lance commander, the C3 Command Unit is the hub to which three [[C3 Slave Unit]]s on other friendly 'Mechs can connect. However C3 Command Units can also linked in this manner to expand the network, the command units of each of lance commanders can be connected to a second separate command unit carried by the company command 'Mech/vehicle. Due to complexity required to coordinate C3 networks, they can not be expanded beyond company size, or multiple companies linked together, even with the addition of extra command vehicles. The limitations in unit size are part of the reason for the [[ComStar]] developed [[Improved C3 Computer]]. | ||
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| + | As well as serving to share the linked lance/companies targeting data, the C3 Command Unit also duplicates the function of [[Target Acquistion Gear]] and can designate a target for [[Arrow IV]] homing missiles and [[Semi-Guided LRM]]s. | ||
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| + | A C3 Command Unit is typically carried by a heavy or assault 'Mech due to it's the larger size and weight, and it's importance as the hub of a C3 network. Outright destruction or interruption by ECM of a command unit is quickest way to bring down the portion of the C3 network it controls. | ||
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Revision as of 19:35, 29 August 2008
Intended for reconnaissance 'Mechs or vehicles, the C3 Command Unit, also known as C3 Master Computer, is the central hub of a C3 Network and allows linked units to share radar and targeting data on the lance or company levels.
Normally carried by the lance commander, the C3 Command Unit is the hub to which three C3 Slave Units on other friendly 'Mechs can connect. However C3 Command Units can also linked in this manner to expand the network, the command units of each of lance commanders can be connected to a second separate command unit carried by the company command 'Mech/vehicle. Due to complexity required to coordinate C3 networks, they can not be expanded beyond company size, or multiple companies linked together, even with the addition of extra command vehicles. The limitations in unit size are part of the reason for the ComStar developed Improved C3 Computer.
As well as serving to share the linked lance/companies targeting data, the C3 Command Unit also duplicates the function of Target Acquistion Gear and can designate a target for Arrow IV homing missiles and Semi-Guided LRMs.
A C3 Command Unit is typically carried by a heavy or assault 'Mech due to it's the larger size and weight, and it's importance as the hub of a C3 network. Outright destruction or interruption by ECM of a command unit is quickest way to bring down the portion of the C3 network it controls.
C3 Command Unit is manufactured on the following planets:
| Brand | Planet | Company |
|---|---|---|
| Kallon Sure-Shot C3-MU | Nanking | Kallon Industries |
| Tanadi Coordinator | Hachiman | Tanadi Computers |