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What is the primary function of the red indication light on the machine?
Which statement accurately describes a console in comparison to a simple telephone?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the PABX system?
What do colour coding in communication cables help with?
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What electronic component regulates the flow of current in a circuit?
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What is the primary function of the Trunk Card in a PABX system?
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What distinguishes a Private Automatic Branch Exchange (PABX) from a traditional Private Branch Exchange (PBX)?
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Which component in a PABX system is responsible for centralizing and distributing dialing tones?
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Which of the following components in a PABX is designed to provide the necessary power for the system's operation?
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What was a significant characteristic of early telephone exchanges before the introduction of PABX?
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Study Notes
Introduction to PABX/Switching Equipment
- PABX stands for Private Automatic Branch Exchange
- It's an equipment used for communication within a private organization
- It allows internal calls and external calls without a receptionist
- PABX/Switching equipment is used in military establishments due to their specific operation and requirements
Component of the PABX
- Trunk Card: Connects to service providers (Airtel, Tigo, MTN, Vodafone) for external communication
- Extension Card: Centralizes and distributes dialing tones to KRONE DP for internal communication
- Power Supply Unit (PSU): Provides power to the machine
- Housing/Cabinet: Contains the machine's components
- SD Card: Stores data and information on the machine
- Red Indication Light: Indicates fault on the machine
- Green Indication Light: Shows the machine's stability
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Types of cards:
- Trunk Card
- Extension Card
Features of the PABX
- Receive and forward calls
- Video calls
- Voicemail
- Text messaging
- Call transfer
- Conference calls
Amphenol Cable
- Thick twenty-five (25) pair cable for voice and data communication
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Color Coding: International codes for identifying pairs in a communication cable
- Permanent: Blue, Orange, Green, Brown, Slate
- Common: White, Red, Black, Yellow, Violet
Differences between Console and Simple Telephone
- Console: Multiple function keys, programming capability, loudspeaker, display screen
- Simple Telephone: No multiple function keys, cannot be programmed, no loudspeaker, no display screen
Similarities of Console and Simple Telephone
- Handset
- Ringing tones
- Alpha-numerical keypads
- Transceivers
- Handset cord
- RJ Slot
Setting up an Intercom
- Intercommunication is communication within an establishment without a service provider
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Electronic Components:
- Resistor: Limits current flow in a circuit, measured in Ohms
- Capacitor: Stores and discharges electrical energy in a circuit
- Diode: Allows current flow in one direction, blocks current in the opposite direction
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of PABX and switching equipment, including its components, features, and functionalities. Participants will learn about the importance of PABX in communication systems within private organizations and military establishments.