Division 4.2.1.1 The operation interfaces

The European high-speed network will be subject to unified operational requirements. These concern principally the trains. For the purposes of interoperability, the class A control-command interfaces shall provide the operators with the technical capability for:

1. A..

   compatibility with the operational requirements.

   A unified set of cab-equipment associated with the class A interfaces. This will include the facility to enter the train characteristics as required by the automatic train protection logic.

   The requirements for driving ergonomics.

   Aid to limit misunderstanding due to differences in language (use of icons, formalised procedures);

2. B..

   the use of data-recording;

3. C..

   the use of radio for voice communication for operational purposes.