Terminal for data transmission system

Abstract From the Canadian patent

A terminal device for a multiplexed data traysmission system has a decoder matrix having plural groups of function setting inputs for selecting plural types of functions such as interface, operation modes and other. One group of the function setting inputs are preferably address designating signals which are utilized for determine ing the interface. The other group of the function setting inputs determines various additional functions such as for example, enabling/disabling of fail-safe function and automatic transmission function. Selection with the aid of the matrix allows selection of a large number of functions with a small number of input signals. Utilization of the address signals to …