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Flowire Converter Configuration Manual
2 Upgrading Conventional Star-Wired Infrastructure
2.1 The Conventional System
A conventional star-wired infrastructure supports analog and digital intercom and telephone systems.
These star-wired telecom infrastructures are typically used in both marine and onshore intercom
applications
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Figure 3 Conventional star-wired infrastructure
In this solution, you will have a centralized equipment rack with the following equipment:
● Telecom / Intercom Exchange
● Power Supply Unit
● Main Distribution Frame
The Main Distribution Frame connects the exchange to subscriber lines connected in a star structure.
Figure 4 Conventional star infrastructure with multi-pair cables and junction boxes
In order to simplify maintenance and reduce cabling costs, it is common to use multi-pair cables and
junction boxes in order to branch out to different locations.
