The Legacy of Traditional Elevator Phone Systems

For decades, elevator emergency communication systems have relied on copper analog telephone lines. These systems involve wiring that extends from the machine room, through the travel cable, into the elevator cab, and connects to a central monitoring station.

Equipped with a microphone and speaker, elevator phones enable two-way communication. In emergencies, users can initiate a call to a 24/7 monitoring center using a handset or hands-free push button. The monitoring center evaluates the situation and dispatches assistance as needed.

The Challenges of Adopting VoIP for Elevator Systems

With POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) lines becoming increasingly expensive and less reliable, maintaining emergency elevator phone systems has grown more complex. While Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is widely adopted for modern communication, it introduces specific challenges for elevator emergency systems:

1. Call Termination Reliability: POTS lines provide a dedicated circuit that allows either party to terminate the call, ensuring the system resets automatically. VoIP systems, especially those using ATA gateways, often struggle to replicate this functionality due to the absence of a manual “hook” to end calls on elevator phones.

2. Power Supply Dependence: POTS lines supply power directly through copper wiring, ensuring functionality during power outages. In contrast, VoIP systems rely on the elevator cab’s power source, which can be compromised during an outage.

3. Emergency Location Transmission: POTS lines automatically transmit location data to emergency responders, enabling accurate identification of the caller’s location. VoIP solutions require additional configuration within a Cloud PBX to provide this critical feature.

Flyingvoice’s Innovative Solutions for POTS Replacement

To address these challenges, Flyingvoice offers advanced hardware solutions tailored to elevator emergency communication needs:

PR08-Pro Dual WAN VoIP Router: Designed with reliability in mind, this router features an integrated power solution to maintain uninterrupted communication during outages. Its advanced ATA capabilities are optimized for elevator emergency systems, ensuring dependable performance.

PR12 All-in-One POTS Replacement Device: Ideal for compact installations, the PR12 combines 4G VoIP ATA functionality with built-in power storage. With a 24-hour operating capacity, it supports both VoIP and VoLTE, offering seamless operation and high reliability for elevator systems.

LM150 4G VoLTE Modem: Featuring a CAT-4 LTE module and dual SIM slots, the LM150 offers PTCRB and AT&T certifications for worry-free deployment. This plug-and-play modem simplifies field installations, making it an excellent choice for transitioning from POTS to modern communication systems.

Elevate Your Systems with Flyingvoice

Upgrading elevator emergency phone systems from POTS to VoIP requires careful planning and dependable hardware. Flyingvoice combines decades of industry expertise with innovative solutions to ensure a seamless transition and unparalleled reliability.

Choose Flyingvoice as your trusted partner in modernizing elevator emergency communication. Let’s build future-ready systems together!

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