DECT systems are designed for small to large groups of people who want to communicate to individuals or groups within their company, and have their office with them whilst on the move.
The systems work on principals that are similar to those of mobile phones in miniature and offer similar features such as simultaneous two-way speech and text messaging. In order to achieve complete on-site DECT coverage a number of base stations are strategically placed around the site - the exact number depends on the size and construction of the site. The DECT handsets allow on site calls to other company extension numbers (conference or group calling is also available) as well as local, national and international destinations and therefore serve as a useful addition to the existing PABX system.
Incoming calls to desk top telephones may be diverted to the handsets while users are away from their work stations. In addition users can also interface seamlessly with LAN and WAN sites giving users web and e-mail access whilst away from the office.
The DECT handsets come with specific users in mind and different models and associated functions are available depending upon the type of business. For hazardous environments intrinsically safe handsets, which are ATEX approved, are available with alarm features that can be further elaborated to integrate with plant alarms and to automatically dial outside emergency services.
