User Guide
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Eclipse® HX-PiCo
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Central matrix
The term central matrix is used to differentiate the
central hardware and software of the intercom system
from the connected audio devices. The central matrix
consists of:
The metal housing for the circuit cards and
power supplies.
The circuit cards.
The power supplies.
The rear panel connectors which connect the
matrix’s hardware to panels and interfaces.
Conference
An internal matrix virtual partyline or busbar where
many panels and interfaces can talk onto or listen from
the party line without talking to themselves.
Destination
A device such as an intercom panel, beltpack, or
interface to which audio signals are sent. The device
from which audio signals are sent is called a source.
Duplex
All real-time communication between individuals
talking face to face is full duplex, meaning that they
can both talk and listen simultaneously. The Eclipse HX
matrices provide full-duplex audio.
EHX
EHX is the Eclipse HX configuration software. EHX
guides the operation of the matrix circuit cards and
connected panels.
Ethernet
International standard which describes how
information is transmitted across a network. Provides
for the efficient organization of network components.
Fiber optic cable
A fiber-optic cable consists of a glass core covered with
a reflective material called cladding and several layers
of buffer coating to protect the cable from the
environment. A laser sends light pulses through the
glass core to the other end of the cable.
FreeSpeak
®
Digital wireless communications product. Sold under
the FreeSpeak name in Europe and Asia and CellCom
name in USA.
FreeSpeak II™
Digital wireless communications product.
Full duplex
Refers to transmission of signals in two directions
simultaneously.
Hopping
Refers to making a trunk connection through other
matrices to a destination matrix.
