BIN Binary Data Segment

To transfer binary data in a single data segment and allow identification of the end of the data segment through a count; there is no identification of the internal structure of the binary data in this segment

Position
Element
Name
Type
Requirement
Min
Max
Repeat
BIN-01
Length of Binary Data
Numeric (N0)
Mandatory
1
15
1
The length in integral octets of the binary data
BIN-02
Binary Data
Binary (B)
Mandatory
1
1
A string of octets which can assume any binary pattern from hexadecimal 00 to FF. Note: The maximum length is dependent upon the maximum data value that can be entered in DE 784, which value is 999,999,999,999,999.

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