1. In centralized mode, threat assessment and trace designation at the firing unit is performed at the SHORAR-TCP level. If the battalion operates in the centralized mode, SHORAR-TCP performs Computer Aided Threat Assessment while designation of the most threatening target at the most appropriate firing units is performed by the Tactical Operator.

The connection between SHORAR-TCP and FU is made by campaign cables and/ or radio links and the maximum number of firing units operating in centralized mode is four. Centralized mode is recommended for better system performance and in addition for optimizing employment opportunities.

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2. In decentralized mode, threat assessment and post-employment control are performed at the firing unit level by Gun Star-Night FCU or any other FU capable of receiving target data transmitted through broadcasting. If the transmission of the target traces is done through the radio channel and is not limited by the addresses for firing units, the maximum number of traces transmitted is ten. In the course of the battalion it is always possible to assign up to four Firing Units in centralized mode and other firing units in decentralized mode.