Specifications
8 / Planning the installation
Modular ICS Companion Installer Guide P0992639 01
Maximum number of Norstar Companion base stations on a system
Configuring expansion modules 
With the addition of an Expansion Cartridge or a Combo 
Cartridge in the ICS, you can add Trunk Modules and/or 
Station Modules to increase your system capacity.
Previous users of the Norstar 0X32 system should note that the 
Key Service Unit (KSU) has been renamed the Integrated 
Communication System (ICS).
*The last two ports are reserved for Companion use only.
Note: For each type of expanded system above, Norstar 
Companion capability is supported. Ensure you have 
the correct Modular ICS software to support wireless 
capability.
mini midi maxi mega
ICS SM3 SM4 SM7 SM8 SM13 SM14
16 16 32 16 32 16 32
Installed in ICS Additional modules allowed
Trunk Station Maximum
XC system
Combo cartridge (6-port + 
Services) (maxi)
6 6 6
Combo and 6-port cartridges 
(mega)
6 12* 12
Two Combo cartridges (mega) 6 12* 12
Two 6-port cartridges (mega) 6 12* 12










