Intelligent Linking

Intelligent linking dynamically allocates the available audio trunks as required when a talk or listen to another matrix system is requested. The Ethernet connection between matrices allows control data to route the audio lines so that any panel or interface on one matrix can communicate with panels or interface ports on the other matrices.

By doing so, the matrix can transparently handle communication requests so that an intercom panel user cannot distinguish between talking to a control room next door or across the continent. The Ethernet network extends the system’s programming ability as well, because one computer on a network can control and monitor all matrices on the network.

Intelligent linking uses up available ports on the matrix, which means that it does not provide 100% routing. This type of connection is suitable:

• When only a restricted amount of inter-matrix communications is required (for example, when connecting studios).

• For wide area communications, such as remote systems that use public telecommunications networks, where only a small number of trunks are required.

Note:

The matrices are configured for linking using EHX. For more information, see your EHX documentation (including EHX Help).