MSA ITS-1010 Operating Manual page 7

Digital integrated shipboard communication system
ITS-1010
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TRUCTURE AND OPERATION OF THE
1.3.1 General description
The System is a network integration of PA, telephone and radiotelephone
communication as well as transmission of commands, general alarm and radio
broadcasting, which may operate together and independently.
The System structurally consists of the mounting rack or enclosure that houses
the System units and connected subscriber equipment. The System functions as a set of
rack and subscriber equipment that creates up to three isolated networks (two digital and
one analog) and provides switching of voice communication from subscriber equipment
via high-speed communication channels.
Figure 1 describes the System components.
1.3.2 The System's functionality
The System ensures:
a) PA with capabilities to make:
 individual call;
 selective call to several subscribers;
 conference call, pre-defined (a group of subscribers or all);
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Figure 1 – The System components
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