User's Manual

12 Document Number: 0100SM1401 Issue: 05-15
Point to Multipoint (PTMP)
A Point to Multipoint (PTMP) network is normally chosen when a central site (i.e.: The HOST application) needs to
communicate with multiple REMOTE sites.
Point to Multipoint (PTMP) operation requires the Entry Point site to have adequate RF coverage of all Remote sites. A PTMP
offers optimal available bandwidth and data latency when multiple remote sites are required.
In a multiple access radio system (MAS), communication occurs from a common site (the Entry Point) to all others, either
using a half duplex or simplex radio channel. In addition, remote sites can communicate to each for peer to peer messaging,
via the Entry Point.
For two frequency systems, to facilitate efficient data communication and support features such as the ‘Channel Share+’
collision avoidance mechanism, it is recommended that the Entry Point be a full duplex radio (QB/QH).
Utilising a half duplex Entry Point radio is possible, however some features may not be available and system performance may
be lower when compared to using a full duplex entry point.
In most applications, this type of system topology is more efficient than other topologies.
Part C – System Topologies & Operating Modes