MDB protocol and its application in self-service vending equipment
MDB is the abbreviation of MDB/ICP protocol (Multi-Drop Bus/Internal Communication Protocol). It is a set of protocols developed by the European Vending Machine Manufacturers Association for coordinating the communication between the main controller (VMC) of the vending system and multiple peripherals. The standard was first developed by Coinco under the designation of the American Coca-Cola Company. This standard was adopted by the NAMA organization in 1993; after being revised by NAMA, it was adopted by EVMMA in 1994. The second phase of the non-cash transaction standard was developed by Debitek on behalf of NAMA and adopted by NAMA in 1994; […]
