he Matrix Expansion Card for Eternity PE T1/E1/PRI Card is a T1/E1/PRI interface card designed for use with the Matrix Eternity PE (Professional Edition) IP-PBX system. These types of cards are commonly used in telecommunication systems to connect the PBX to the T1 or E1 digital trunks, which are high-capacity phone lines typically used for voice and data transmission.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the components and functionality:
1. T1/E1/PRI Interface:
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T1 and E1 are standards for digital transmission over telecom lines:
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T1: Primarily used in North America and Japan, provides 1.544 Mbps of bandwidth and carries 24 digital voice channels (each 64 kbps).
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E1: The European and international standard, provides 2.048 Mbps of bandwidth and carries 32 digital voice channels (also each 64 kbps).
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PRI (Primary Rate Interface) is a type of digital transmission used to carry voice, data, and video. It uses either T1 or E1 lines and typically includes 23 (T1) or 30 (E1) voice channels plus a signaling channel (often referred to as ISDN BRI or ISDN PRI).
2. Matrix Eternity PE (Professional Edition):
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The Eternity PE is a modular IP-PBX system offered by Matrix Comsec that supports a wide range of telephony applications for businesses.
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This system is known for its flexibility, scalability, and the ability to integrate both traditional telecom and modern VoIP services.
3. Key Features of the Matrix Eternity PE T1/E1/PRI Card:
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T1/E1/PRI Connectivity: This card is designed to provide PRI trunk connectivity to your Eternity PE PBX, allowing it to connect to digital T1/E1 lines from a telecom provider.
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High-Capacity Digital Trunks: PRI lines are typically used in larger businesses or enterprises that require a large number of simultaneous voice calls or data sessions. This card allows you to add these high-capacity lines to your PBX system.
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Voice and Data Support: PRI interfaces can carry both voice calls (for your phone system) and data services (for internet or VPN connections).
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ISDN Compliance: The card supports ISDN-based PRI signaling, which is the standard for digital trunks, making it compatible with most telecom providers worldwide.
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Scalability: With a PRI interface, you can easily scale your communication system by adding more lines as your business grows.
