DECT is defined by ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute) as the European standard for wireless communication. It was developed to overcome the perceived shortcomings of other business standards such as CT2.

DECT is essentially a private on-site cellular network. However, the interface boards are not solely used for DECT as they can also be used for connection of the Alcatel ReflexesTM.

The IBS (Intelligent Base Station) links the handsets with the main system via a radio signal. Each IBS can handle up to 6 simultaneous calls without any interference. Alternatively the Alcatel RBS (Radio Base Station) will offer up to 11 simultaneous calls.

The Alcatel DECT handsets are intelligent as they decide the best channel to use and lock onto the respective IBS/RBS automatically. This dynamic channel allocation allows the users to “Roam” between cells without the risk of disconnection or variation in speech quality. This facility is often referred to as “Seamless Handover”.

Alcatel DECT handsets give you all the functionality of a fixed terminal including :