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devices. The operation of the radio system is transparent to the computer
equipment. When used in this application, the transceiver provides an excel-
lent alternative to traditional (licensed) MAS radio systems.
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Figure 2. Typical MAS Network
Point-to-Point System
A point-to-point configuration (
Figure 3
) is a simple arrangement consisting
of just two radios—a Master and a Remote. This provides a half-duplex
communications link for the transfer of data between two locations.
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Figure 3. Typical Point-to-Point Link
Adding a Tail-End Link to an Existing Network
A tail-end link can be used to extend the range of a traditional (licensed) MAS
system. This might be required if an outlying site is blocked from the MAS
Master station by a natural or man-made obstruction. In this arrangement, a
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