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3.1.2 Topologies
HelixNet Partyline can be deployed using a wide range of topologies, both complex and
straightforward. The following table describes three standard types of topology:
Topology
Description
Daisy-chain In a daisy-chain topology, the main station is connected to the first
unit. The units are then connected in a series, using the pass-
through connector on the back / rear of the device to pass on the
connection. No termination is required.
Daisy-chains can be either linear or loop back to the main station to
form a ring for redundancy.
Star In a star topology, the main station is connected to a passive (Y)
splitter such as an XLR Bulkhead or Mult-box. The units are then
connected to the splitter point-to-point.
Tree A tree topology is a more complex version of the star topology,
using serially connected passive ( Y ) splitters. The units are
connected to each splitter point-to-point (forming a branch of the
tree).
Table 3-2: Topology types
Note: If you change the network topology between any two stations, you must reboot the stations.
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