TCS VoLTE9-1-1 service is first into production with Tier 1 wireless carriers, says vendor, including two of the largest North American operators
May 17, 2013
LAS VEGAS -- TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS), a world leader in highly reliable and secure mobile communication technology, today announced that its TCS VoLTE9-1-1 service is first into production with Tier-1 wireless carriers, including two of the largest North American operators. The fully customizable solution enables 4G/LTE carriers to provide both 9-1-1 call routing and originating coarse/precise location information, including the 10-digit callback number, to public safety access points (PSAPs). Initially, wireless carriers deployed 4G/LTE solely for data use. Without VoLTE9-1-1 capabilities, carriers must process emergency calls over 3G networks (circuit-switched fallback), even in areas where LTE is deployed. However, with TCS’ VoLTE9-1-1 service, they can now process 9-1-1 calls in an all-LTE environment, enabling them to reclaim or reuse 3G spectrum.TCS VoLTE 9-1-1 News Facts:
Call routing to the PSAP: The TCS VoLTE9-1-1 service routes a 4G/LTE-originated 9-1-1 call using coarse location via the route determination function component.
PSAP telecommunicators can call back if disconnected: The TCS VoLTE9-1-1 service remains fully backwards compatible, supporting necessary functions such as providing PSAPs with full 10-digit subscriber callback numbers.
Re-bid by a PSAP for precise location after call routing: The location retrieval function allows a wireless carrier complete flexibility in choosing its underlying high-accuracy location technology and supports updated/precise position requests.
Emergency voice call continuity for location service: Location continuity and location delivery to the PSAPs are supported in usage scenarios where the 9-1-1 call switches from 4G/LTE to 3G/2G networks.
Expansion beyond voice: As wireless networks advance, multimedia objects such as text, audio and video can be transferred to a compatible termination point with LTE IP networks; for example, an NG ESINet and i3 PSAP. Leveraging an all-IP network makes it easier and more cost effective to interconnect services.
Small cell support: The TCS VoLTE9-1-1 solution supports small cells, including femtocells, microcells, picocells, etc., which are now commonly used in dense urban, indoor areas and enterprise networks.
TCS VoLTE 9-1-1 is designed and supported by the company’s experienced location-based services and deployment team, who are active participants and contributors to LTE standards for 9-1-1.TeleCommunication Systems, Inc.
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