Datalinks

Every communication device has a number of channels, identification of what type of data is transmitted/received and at what speed, as well as if enemies can intercept the data stream. Here is a basic list of channel types:

• TAC Carries tactical data; enemy number, type and position, current device status, current tactic pursued.
• EGO Channel carries psychic manifestations.
• - Prefix means an alien variant.
• -SLO Means that data trickles at a slow rate, typically 6 turns instead of one.
• -R Means the channel is in receive mode only and cannot send data.
• LIFE Means transmission of crew life sign data.
• VISU is visual data.
• AUD is audio data.
• OLF is olfactory data.
• VEH is vehicle location and control status.
• STAT is device status only.
• -S : channel is in sending mode only. (Default is -RS if not specified)
• TOUCH: Texture & temperature data.
• GEO: Geological or geographical data.
• M-: Mylosan Alliance variant of standard. (Since this is the default, it is usually not marked)
• X-: Totally Non-standard (can't be made to interface)
• H-: Channel meant for direct interpretation by senses. (Ex: sound)
• C-: Data cannot be interpreted without a converter.
• -FAST: Data transfer 6* faster than average
• LAN: The type of transport is a physical landline. Not secure.
• URB: The type of transport is unlimited radio band. Secure.
• ASER: The channel transport is a laser or maser beam. Not always secure.
• Radio: The transport is a radio signal. Not secure.