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Wireless Phones

There really is now only one type of cellular phone, per se, being sold today, what used to be called a "portable" cellular phone.  Recently, advanced hand-held devices which allow wireless access to an e-mail account and even the ability to surf the Web in addition to phone service have become ubiquitous.

Cellular Phone Accessories:

The cellular phone accessories are optional accessories that the cellular phone owner might consider to make the use of a cellular phone more convenient. These accessories include extra batteries, vehicle antennas, battery chargers/conditioners, battery eliminators, handsfree kits, and leather cases. The most popular cellular phone accessories are the extra batteries and the battery eliminator.

Hands Free:

An important safety feature that's included with most of today's mobile phones. It permits drivers to use their cellular phone without lifting or holding the hand-set to their ear. It is the policy of the State of Vermont that State employees will use only hands free phones in state vehicles or while on State business.

Analog vs. Digital Cellular Phones:

Compared to analog phones, digital phones have the following advantages:

  • They use less power than analog phones
  • They are usually smaller and come with smaller batteries
  • Much better selection of digital phones
  • The sound quality is generally better

Digital phones have the following disadvantages:

  • The older analog networks offer coverage over a large territory in rural areas while digital service is still only concentrated in urban areas.
  • They are more expensive
Cellular Phone Safety:

Following is the cellular phone safety policy as issued by the Secretary of Administration, effective November 1, 2000.

PURPOSE: It is acknowledged that the use of cellular telephones while driving can significantly increase the risk of accidents. The purpose of this policy is to promote safety in the use of Cellular Telephones in state vehicles and privately owned vehicles used in the performance of state business.

GUIDELINES:

  1. Always give your full attention to your driving.
  2. The use of cellular telephones while operating a vehicle is prohibited unless the phone is properly equipped with "HANDS-FREE" accouterments.
  3. Always suspend conversation during hazardous driving conditions.
  4. Do not take notes or look up telephone numbers while driving.
  5. Dial calls sensibly when you are not moving or before you pull into traffic. Use speed-dial buttons whenever possible.
  6. Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations while driving.

CELLULAR EQUIPMENT
All necessary devices to mount hand-held cell phones in a vehicle and hands-free devices are available through the State of Vermont Contract for Cellular Service which is managed by the BGS Telecommunications Section.
 

 

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