Current Alternatives (cont'd)

• Develop operational standards for Video/IP Relay Centers for receiving and processing emergency calls

• Install device(s) in local PSAP(s) capable of receiving some text device/method emergency calling (such as PC for IM).

  • Limitations -- not 9-1-1, contact method local (10 digit # and/or screen name), not usable elsewhere, 6000-plus PSAPs in U.S. alone)