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Chapter 1 - Introduction & Description
1.1 Introduction
Congratulations! Your new MultiMux MMH900 series is one of the finest
statistical multiplexers on the market today. The MultiMux is completely
software driven and is controlled by you through its command port. This
gives you great flexibility and ease of operation. This Owner’s Manual
will help you to install and use your MultiMux, and also provide you with
a valuable information resource in the future.
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1.2 About This Manual
eThis manual is comprised of eight chapters. There are also several
appendices at the end of the manual, most of which is a condensed
version of the information contained in the chapters. These appendices
can be used as a quick reference. The information contained in each
chapter is as follows:
Chapter 1 - Introduction
This chapter is an introduction to the world of multiplexing. Since you
have already acquired the MultiMux, you may have an extensive
background in multiplexing. In which case, this introduction will provide a
good review.
Chapter 2 - Configuration
This chapter defines the configurations of the MMH900 series and
provides some typical examples of how the MultiMux is configured. The
MMH900 series is available in two models; the four and eight channel
units with an internal command modem, various composite link modems
supporting synchronous or asynchronous communications. The typical
examples explain how the MultiMux can be used in various
environments.