162 / ISDN PRI and BRIModular ICS 4.0 System Coordinator Guide P0881591 Issue 01ISDN BRI terminalsYour Modular ICS allows connection of eight Basic RateAccess loops (four 2B+D channels) that can be used for fullydigital connections to ISDN networks and devices. Loops areconnections between the ICS and devices or between the ICSand the network.Each loop provides two separate B-channels that can be usedto make two simultaneous voice or data calls, or one data calland one voice call.ISDN applications for BRI and PRIISDN terminal equipment delivers a wide range of powerfulbusiness applications:Videoconferencing and video telephonyVideo conferencing offers instant visual and audio contactbetween distant parties using either studio-based or desktopISDN terminals.Desktop conferencingISDN allows computer users in distant locations to share andedit any image, data or text file on their own computer screenswhile they discuss the information.File transferThe ISDN network allows you to transfer files containing data,text, images, data, or audio clips, faster and cheaper than witha conventional modem.TelecommutingConvenient retrieval, processing and storage of files ispossible for the employee working at home by using ISDNlines to give high-speed access to information resources at theoffice.
