Both cellular service and VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) have their own advantages and limitations, and which one is better depends on various factors, such as the specific needs and requirements of the user.
Traditional elevator emergency systems relied on copper telephone service for their connection. With copper services being retired, updating your elevator phone line is important.
Cellular
Cellular service provides reliable voice and data communication over a cellular network, which offers good coverage in most areas. Cellular service may be more reliable for emergency situations, as it is not dependent on a Wi-Fi or wired network, making it a great candidate for elevator phone service.
VoIP
VoIP is a technology that allows voice communication over the internet, making it a little more cost-effective than cellular service. It can offer more features, such as video calling, call forwarding, and voicemail transcription. However, VoIP quality is impacted by network congestion and dropped or even weak internet connections, making VoIP less reliable in emergencies where the internet connection may be disrupted.
Generally, whether cellular service or VoIP is better depends on the specific needs and circumstances of the user. Cellular service is better for those who need reliability and coverage, while VoIP may be better for those who need more features.
A copper-to-cellular gateway
The Mobile Connect 2 is a copper-to-cellular gateway that allows traditional copper-based phone lines to connect to cellular networks, effectively creating a bridge between the two technologies.
Our copper-to-cellular gateway provides an effective solution for elevator owners looking to integrate a traditional elevator phone system (that uses copper lines) with a cellular network.
How does it work?
When a call is made from the elevator, The Mobile Connect 2 converts the analog signal from the phone line to a digital signal and sends it over the cellular network. The Mobile Connect 2 acts as a translator between the copper phone line and the cellular network, allowing voice calls and data to be transmitted over the cellular network.
