The copper shutdown isn't coming. It's here.
Carriers are retiring analog lines and raising rates on what's left. We migrate fire alarms, elevators, emergency phones, and fax lines to managed wireless and SIP solutions — code-compliant, monitored 24/7, typically at half the cost.
Compliance isn't a feature. It's the whole point.
Fire alarm panels, elevator phones, and emergency call boxes can't ride on a consumer-grade cellular adapter and pass inspection. Our POTS replacement deployments use UL 864-listed communicators configured to NFPA 72 requirements — supervised connections, battery backup meeting code-mandated runtimes, and dual-path signaling where the AHJ requires it. Voice lines carry E911 with dispatchable location data per Kari's Law and RAY BAUM'S Act, so a call from Room 214 tells the PSAP it came from Room 214.
We coordinate with your fire alarm vendor, elevator contractor, and local AHJ before cutover — because a line that saves money but fails inspection isn't a solution.
NFPA 72
Supervised alarm transmission, code-compliant backup power runtimes
UL 864
Listed communicator hardware for fire alarm signaling paths
Kari's Law / E911
Direct 911 dialing with on-site notification, no prefix required
RAY BAUM'S Act
Dispatchable location (building, floor, room) delivered to the PSAP
Cutting the Landline
As traditional Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) lines become obsolete and carriers phase out support, businesses need reliable alternatives that offer improved functionality and cost savings.
Our POTS replacement solutions provide modern, digital alternatives that maintain compatibility with your existing equipment while adding new features and capabilities. We help you transition smoothly from legacy copper lines to IP-based solutions.
Cost Savings
Reduce monthly telephone expenses by up to 50% while adding new capabilities
Enhanced Reliability
Improved uptime with built-in redundancy and disaster recovery options
Future-Proof Solution
Stay ahead of copper retirement with modern IP-based technology
The hardware we actually deploy
The DataRemote POTS IN A BOX® family is the industry's first multi-carrier, multi-path POTS replacement platform — connecting analog lines over LTE, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet with code-compliant battery backup. Three models cover every deployment from a single elevator line to multi-line enterprise sites.
This is the same UL-listed hardware running in thousands of fire alarm, elevator, and emergency phone deployments nationwide — not a consumer cellular adapter.
| Model | POTS Lines | Connectivity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90X1CDS-9001 | 1 line | LTE + Wi-Fi + Ethernet | Single-device sites, elevators, gate access |
| 90X2CDS-9010 | 2 lines | LTE + Wi-Fi + Ethernet | Fire alarm + elevator, small offices |
| 90X5CDS-9005 | 5 lines | LTE + Wi-Fi + Ethernet | Multi-line sites, campus deployments |
Certifications & Compliance
- UL 62368-1 — Audio/Video & IT Equipment Safety
- UL 864 — Control Units for Fire Alarm Systems (NFPA 72 compliant)
- Listed by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
- Accepted by the New York City Fire Department (FDNY)
PSTN Sunset & The Market Shift
POTS technology remains the backbone of infrastructure, seamlessly integrating into every aspect of modern life. These landlines connect essential devices such as electrical transformer stations, security alarm panels, commercial HVAC systems, POS terminals, ATMs, traffic control systems, and elevator emergency phones.
Supporting All Your POTS Replacement Needs
FAX
Meter Reading
Burglar & Fire Alarm
Point of Sale Terminals
Ring-Down (Audiodial)
Vending Machines
Elevator, Paging, Taxi
ATM Machines
Apartment Call Box
Telemetry
Gate Access
SMB Router/Gateway
Analog M2M
4G/5G Internet Access
Legacy Modem Support
Wireless Wi-Fi Access
Compatible Systems & Industries
Retail
- Point of Sale Systems
- Fire Alarm Panels
- Security Alarms
Healthcare
- Emergency Phones
- Paging Systems
- Fax Machines
Education
- Campus Security Systems
- Elevator Phones
- Safety Phones
Manufacturing
- Gate Entry Systems
- Fire Alarm Panels
- Meter Reading
Don't Let Outdated POTS Lines Slow Down Your Business
Contact us today to learn how we can help you transition from legacy POTS lines to modern alternatives while maintaining compatibility with your existing systems.
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