Transmission Modes

Transmission Modes

1. Simplex transmission

   • sends data in only one direction (simple - simplex)
   • Example
     • Radio Broadcast or Television

2. Half-Duplex transmission

   • Duplex - 'Suplex'
   • Allows two-way transmissions but the devices dont transmit at the same time
     • Example
       • Walkie Talkies

3. Full duplex transmission

   • Allows two-way communication at the same time.
   • Example
     • Telephone system, land or mobile, is an example of a duplex system.