SMS Dictionary

Many of us often receive emails and SMSes outlining cellphone dos and don’ts. Have you ever tried to find out if any of these tips hold water in terms of scientific evidence and reasoning?
Here we explore the truth behind several common mobile phone myths that are doing the rounds of the Internet:

~ Myth : Mobile phone use at a petrol pump can cause an explosion.
~ Fact : None of the incidents you read about in forwarded emails have ever been verified as the truth. Moreover, the belief that a mobile phone can ignite petrol is simply unfounded — the elctromagnetic field created by it and the current passed on by its batteries are both far too weak to cause gas to ignite. So why the warning at both gas stations and in cellphone manuals to cease and desist from using your phone while you tank up? Simply because it’s better to be safe than sorry — at the end of the day, the cellphone possesses flammable properties.

~ Myth : Charging your cellphone every day will reduce the life of the battery.
~ Fact : While this is true of older cellphone models, which use batteries like NiCd and NiMH, cellphones which use newer batteries like Li-Ion and Li-Ion Polymer can be charged every day without undermining performance or battery life.

~ Myth : You get a free phone on a contract/ combined offer when you subscribe to a particular telecom operator’s services for a year or two.
~ Fact : No free lunches. Read carefully before you sign — a cancellation of the network provider’s services before the contract expires may lead to a hefty penalty fee.

~ Myth : Since I don’t get network coverage from my service provider within my own home, the service provider is no good.
~ Fact : Mobile phones use radio technology. Just like your car radio, your mobile phone may have poor reception in some places. You should also check up on whether it’s your handset that is causing the problem.

~ Myth : Mobile phones fry your brain.
~ Fact : While it is true that mobiles phones can produce a little heat, your head is more likely to warm up from walking in the sun.

~ Myth : Cellphone use can affect male fertility.
~ Fact : Calling all men who carry their mobiles in their pockets or in a holster on their belts: the good news is that you are still as capable as an Arabian stud! As of the present there is no hard evidence that cellphone use can affect male fertility.

~ Myth : Mobile phone use can cause tumours on the side of the head and lead to cancer, particularly in children.
~ Fact : There isn’t sufficient proof of this as yet, because mobile phones haven’t been around for too long. However, a precautionary approach is recommended (reduced usage, availing of speakerphone or hands-free options, using the Bluetooth facility, opting for a low SAR phone) � especially for children. The most lethal risk of mobiles is using them while driving

~ Myth : When your cellphone battery gets completely drained and your phone switches off, you can punch in a code to dig into reserve battery power. Your phone will then restart and your battery power will be increased by 50 percent.
~ Fact: This is 100 percent false — after a cellphone goes off from lack of battery power, there is simply no battery power left in reserve for it to start operating again. No code in the world can restore such a cellphone’s activity — you have to recharge the battery. If you have a hard time believing that, read your cellphone manual — if it possessed any such feature, the manufacturers would undoubtedly mention it, especially to help customers cope with an emergency situation.

ROK Entertainment Group through BSNL has deployed India’s first Mobile TV service called “Tiny TV”. 6 channels in offering are-

English Music Channel (EMN)
Hindi music channel (Geet)
An entertainment channel (Bindaas)
A Bollywood channel (Zoom)

A live Hindi news channel

A Regional Offering for each Zone from ETV networks

“Tiny TV” subscriberss will get access at up to 14 frames per second over 2.5G via GPRS and up to 24 frames per second over 3G and Wi-Fi at monthly fee of Rs 150.
Source: Cellular News

How to use any feature in BSNL IPTV…
How to buy from VOD…
How to Sort channels…
How to set up the STB…
How to…
Just let every one know what you know about BSNL IPTV features and settings…

Before you start using BSNL IPTV, one thing that needs to be taken care of is the distance from your ADSL router and the TV. BSNL will charge for Cat 5 cable if it is more than 5 mts. If you want, be ready with the cable by yourself.

There is now channel sorting as of now…!!! If anybody finds how to do it please let me know…

Promotional scheme for IPTV & VoIP as “Diwali Dhamaka” only for first two thousand subscribers. The details of the scheme is given below :

For subscribers opting IPTV
a) Registration charges – Rs. 500/-

b) Set top box life time rental – Free

c) IPTV 102 Broadcast channel for 6 months – Free

d) VoD subscription charges for 6 month – Free

e) The TSTV subscription charges for 6 months – Free

f) Refundable Security deposit of set top box for Rs. 1000/-

For subscribers opting for both IPTV and VOIP together
a) Registration charges – Rs. 500/- (IPTV– Rs.300/- & VoIP – Rs.200/-)

b) Security deposit for Set top box – Nil

c) Set top box life time rental – Free

d) Life time rental for ATA – Rs. 1460/- (As per existing plan – it is mandatory

for subscribers to opt for lifetime rental scheme for ATA, they are not allowed

to opt for quarterly rental scheme for ATA)

e) IPTV 102 Broadcast channel for 12 months – free

f) VoD subscription charges for 12 months – Free

g) The TSTV subscription charges for 12 months – Free

h) VoIP ISD recharge coupons of Rs. 500/- – Free

3. Installation and cabling free upto 5 meter thereafter chargeable @ Rs. 20/- per meter.

4. All other charges will be applicable as per existing plans.

5. Only one connection will be allowed per home.

6. The booking for this scheme will start from 24.10.2007 to 11.11.2007 or first 2000 subscribers which ever is earlier.

BSNL is going to launch Data Services on CDMA 2000 IX by using BSNL Internet Connect Card (ICC).

BSNL has decided to launch its Data Services on CDMA 2000 IX by using BSNL Internet Connect Card (ICC). The CDMA IX ICC will provide Internet Service @144kbps to computer users on their laptops as well as on desktops. This service will be available in all those locations wherever CDMA IX MSC based coverage is there. However, during roaming the said Internet connectivity will not work at present. The following two types of data Cards will be available for BSNL customers:

(A) Network Interface Card (NIC) : For internet speed up to 144 Kbps.

(B) EVDO Card : Internet speed up to 2.4 Mbps*

Source – http://www.bsnl.co.in/newsdetailed.php?news_id=370

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
(A Government of India Enterprise)

Chennai Telephones, Chennai-600001

Direct Recruitment for Telecom Technical Assistant (TTA) competitive examination likely to be held in the month of Dec 2007/Jan 2008.

Closing date for receipt of applications : 27 Nov 2007

Bharat Sanchar Niagam Limited, Chennai SSA, Tamilnadu will recruit about 173 posts of Telecom Technical Assistants (TTAs) from the candidates belong to Chennai, Cenaglpet, Kanchipuram and Thiruvallur Districts, details of which are in the detailed advertisement :

Qualification :
- A candidate must have possessed three years Engineering Diploma in Telecom Engg./ Electronics Engg./ Electrical Engg./ Radio Engg./ Computer Engg./ Instrument Technology/ M.Sc. (Electronics) from a recognized Institution/University on the date of application.
Age : 18 to 27 years as on 27/11/07. Relaxation as per rules.

Pay Scale : Rs. 7100-10100/- IDA pattern.

Application Fee : Rs. 500/- in the form of Bank Draft drawn from a Nationalized Bank in favour of “Accounts Officer(C & A), HQ Zone, BSNL, Chennai Telephones” payable at Chennai in a single draft. SC/ST/PH candidates are exempted from examination fee provided they should have enclosed necessary community/Medical certificates .

http://www.ChetanaS.org

Procedure to Apply :
Applications in A4 size (30cm x 20cm) completed in all respects in the prescribed proforma alongwith the attested copies of the certificates in respect of qualification, age, and community etc., should reach the Sub Divisional Engineer (Recruitment), O/o The Deputy General Manager(A), Chennai Telephones, No. 89, Millers Road, Chennai 600010 on or before 27th November, 2007. The envelope containing the application must be duly superscribed with “Application for the post of Telecom Technical Assistant” on top of the envelope. Two self addressed stamped envelopes of 27 x 12 cms and 2 passport size photos identical to the photo pasted in the application should be enclosed along with application

For more information, syllabus of the exam and application form, please view http://chennai.bsnl.co.in/News/TTA2007.zip

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)
Office of the CGMT
Bihar, Patna

Applications are invited for the 95 posts of Telcom Technical Assistnat (TTAs) in the Pay scale of Rs. 7100-10010 .

Pay Scale : Rs. 7100-10100/- IDA pattern.

Vacancies : 95 posts (UR-55, OBC-25, SC-15,)

Qualification : 3 years Diploma in Telecom Engineering/ Electronics/ Electrical/ Radio / Computer Engineering or equivalent/ M.Sc. (Electronics) with 50% marks or more.

Age : 18 to 27 years as on 15/10/2007. Relaxation as per rules.

Application Fee : Rs.500/- in the form of DD only favouring “The Accounts Officer (B&A), BSNL, Office of the Chief General Manager, Bihar Telecom Circle, Patna – 800001″ . No fee for SC/ST/PH/Ex-Serviceman candidates.

How to Apply : Application in the prescribed format should reach O/o Cheif General Manager, Bihar Telecom Circle, Patna – 800001 on or before 15/10/2007. The envelope containing the application should be superscribed with “Application for Recruitment of Telecom Technical Assistant” in bock letters.

For more information and application form, please see http://www.bihartelecom.com/E.N.%20Fullpage-Revised%20Matter%20PDF.pdf

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)

(A Government of India Enterprise)
Chennai Telephones, Chennai-600001

Bharat Sanchar Niagam Limited, Chennai SSA, Tamilnadu will recruit about 173 posts of Telecom Technical Assistants (TTAs) from the candidates belong to Chennai, Cenaglpet, Kanchipuram and Thiruvallur Districts, details of which are in the detailed advertisement :

Examination likely to be held in the month of Dec 2007/Jan 2008.

Last Date : 27/11/2007

Qualification : A candidate must have possessed three years Engineering Diploma in Telecom Engg./ Electronics Engg./ Electrical Engg./ Radio Engg./ Computer Engg./ Instrument Technology/ M.Sc. (Electronics) from a recognized Institution/University on the date of application.

Age : 18 to 27 years as on 27/11/07. Relaxation as per rules.

Pay Scale : Rs. 7100-10100/- IDA pattern.

Application Fee : Rs. 500/- in the form of Bank Draft drawn from a Nationalized Bank in favour of “Accounts Officer(C & A), HQ Zone, BSNL, Chennai Telephones” payable at Chennai in a single draft. SC/ST/PH candidates are exempted from examination fee provided they should have enclosed necessary community/Medical certificates .

How to Apply : Applications in A4 size (30cm x 20cm) completed in all respects in the prescribed proforma alongwith the attested copies of the certificates in respect of qualification, age, and community etc., should reach the Sub Divisional Engineer (Recruitment), O/o The Deputy General Manager(A), Chennai Telephones, No. 89, Millers Road, Chennai 600010 on or before 27th November, 2007. The envelope containing the application must be duly superscribed with “Application for the post of Telecom Technical Assistant” on top of the envelope. Two self addressed stamped envelopes of 27 x 12 cms and 2 passport size photos identical to the photo pasted in the application should be enclosed along with application

For more information, syllabus of the exam and application form, please view http://chennai.bsnl.co.in/News/TTA2007.zip

BHARAT SANCHAR NIGAM LIMITED,
(A GOVERNMENT OF INDIA ENTERPRISES)
O/o Chief General Manager, Telecommunications, Tamilnadu Circle, Chennai – 600 002.
DIRECT RECRUITMENT FOR TELECOM TECHNICALASSISTANTS (ITA)
Applications are invited from the eligible Indian citizens for the post of Telecom Technical Assistants
(TTAs) in the non-executive category. Selection of candidates will be through a Competitive
Examination likely to be held in the month of-Dec 2007/Jan 2008. The number of vacancies to be
filled up in the SSAs (Secondary Switching Areas) of Tamilnadu Telecom Circle are as under.
(Vacancies are Provisional and are subject to change): NOI1r.:llrules on reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PH/Ex.Servicemen shall be applicable as per instructions o,f Government of India issued from time to time.
3% of the total vacancies – (1.5% for Locomotive and 1.5% for Hearing Impairment) will be reserved for PH Quota and 10% vacancies (SSA wise) are reserved for Ex-servicemen candidates, which will be adjusted with the category to which Physically Handicapped/Ex-servicemen belong. In respect of Physically Handicapped Persons, Candidates with following physical disability will be permitted: i) Hearing Impairment – (PD) Partially Deaf
ii) Locomotive Impairment – OL-One leg affected
B,L-Both legs affected but no arms
FT-Limited exercise to tolerance early.
(The minimum degree of disability Is 40% in order for a person to be eligible for any concession/benefits)
2. SCALE OF PAY: The post of TTA is in the IDA pay scale of Rupees 7100-200-10,100/ plus usual allowances as per the rules.
3. ELIGIBILITY: a) NATIONALITY: OnlY.lndian National would be eligible to apply. b) AGE: 18 to 27 years as on 12.11.2007 i.e the last date of receipt of application. The upper age is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates. Ex-Servicemen and PH are eligible for the’relaxation in age limit as prescribed by the Central Government. The age is relaxable for BSNL Employees upto 40 years for OC, 43 years for OBC and 45 years for SC/ST.
c) EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION: 3 years Engineering Diploma from a recognized Institution / University in any of the following disciplines:
i) Telecommunications Engineering .
ii) Electronics Engineering
iii) Electrical Engineering
iv) Radio Engineering
v) Computer Engineering
vi) Instruments Technology
vii) M.Sc (Electronics) ,
4. EXAMINATION FEE: Rs.500/- (Rupees Five Hundred only) in (he form of Bank Demand Draft drawn in favour of Accounts Officer, % Principal General Manager, Telecom / General Manager, . Telecom of concerned SSA. No fee for SC/ST and PH candidates, For PH candidates, this exemption will, however, be available to only those handicapped persons who would otherwise be eligible for appointment to the post on the basis of the standards of medical fitness prescribed for that post and who enclose with the application form, necessary certificate from a Govt. Hospital/Medical Board in Support of his claim for being handicapped. FEES ONCE PAID WILL NOT BE REFUNDED UNDERANY CIRCUMSTANCES NOR CAN ITBE HELD IN RESERVE FOR.A,NYOTHER EXAMINATION OR SELECTION.
5. METHOD OF SELECTION: Through a Competitive Examination which is likely to be conducted during December,2007/January, 2008 followed,by a medical test. Appointment and posting will be subject to successful completion of pre-appointment training.
6. SCHEDULE OF EXAMINATION :
Actual Day & Date will be informed through Hall Permit.
PAPER-I: General Ability Test (Enalish & G.K.) – 100 Marks- 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 Noon
PAPER-II: Basic Enaineering – 500 Marks- 02.00 p.m. to, 05.00 p.m.
PAPER-III: Specialisation – 500 Marks- 10.00 a.m. to 01.00 p.m.
7. MINIMUM QUALIFYING STANDARDS: BSNL shall fIX minimum qualifying marks for OC/OBC/SC/STI PH candidates. Candidates obtaining less than minimum qualifying marks shall not be considered for inclusion in the merit-list. The merit-list will be drawn up depending on the vacancies. The appearance of the name in the merit-list does not confer any right to the candidate for employment. A final caliletterl appointment letter will be issued to the candidate after completion of all other formalities.
8. LAST DATE: Applications should be sent to the concerned PGMTsl GMTs so as to reach them on or before 12.11.2007. Applications received after the due date will be rejected and no further correspondence will be entertained.
9. REJECTION: Applications received without the required Examination fee in the form of Demand Draft, without attested copies of certificates, the applications received after the due date and incomplete applications will summarily be rejected. No further correspondance will be entertained in this regard.
10. REGISTRATION IN EMPLOYMENT EXCHANGE: Registration in Emplovment Exchange is not mandatory. However, it would be preferable if the applicant has registration in the-employment exchange of the SSA concerned to which the applicant applies. ,
11. BOND & TRAINING: All candidates recruited against the vacancies for direct recruitment shall execute a Bond in the proforma as prescribed by the Company to serve in BSNL for a period of 2 years from the date of their appointment as Telecom Technical Assistant. The candidates selected have to undergo a training successfully as per the training plan laid down by the Company before their appointment as Telecom Technical Assistant for a period of 10 weeks. During the period of training, a stipend will be paid by BSNL, as per the rules in force.
12. DISQUALIFICATION: No person,
(a) who has entered into or contracted a marriage with a person; having a spouse living or (b) who having a spouse living, has entered into or contracted a marriage with any person, shall be eligible for appointment to the said post provided that the Company may if. satisfied that such marriage is permissible under the personal law applicable to such person and the other party to the marrriage and that there are other grounds for so doing exempt any person from the operation of this rule. ‘
13. PROBATION: The candidates appointed shall remain on probation for a period of two years.
14. JURISDICTION: A Telecom Technical Assistant, who has not completed the age of forty years if so required, will be liable to serve in the Territorial Army subject to the provisions of Section 6A of the Territorial Army Act. 1948 (58 of 1948) and the Rules made thereunder.
15. ALREADY EMPLOYED IN GOVT. SERVICE: Candidates working in Government Service Central I State I Public Sector undertakings should send their application through the Head of their Office/Department so as to reach the concerned office on the due date. Application received after the due date from such offices will summarily be rejected.
16. CANDIDATES are advised to send application to ONE SSAonly and they will be considered for vacancies of that SSA only and they will have to write the examination in the respective Examination centre of the SSA where they have applied. No change of examination centre will be entertained.
17. BSNL Reserves the Right to amend any clause in this notification in future according to the rules and regulations prevailing at that time.
18. APPLICATION FORM: The Specimen of the application form is included in this advertisement. Neatly typed (only on one side of paper) copy in A4 size (30cms X 20cms) may be used for making application. Application without the signature of the candidate will be rejected outright. The envelope containing the application form should be superscribed as “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TELECOM TECHNICAL ASSISTANT UNDER, DIRECT RECRUITMENT 2007″ in bold letters on top of the envelope. Original advertisement or photocopy of the format in the advertisement must not be used for applying and in case a candidate submits such an application the same will not be entertained. The given application format must be separately typed. The applications complete in all respect along with the examination fee should be sent by Regd Post/Speed Post/by Hand to the SSA concerned. Hall Permits will be issued to the eligible candidates by the concerned SSA.
DETAILS OF SYLLABUS ARE AVAILABLE IN www.tamilnadu.bsnl.co.in
19. Any dispute in regard to the recruitment will be subject to the Courts / Tribunals having jurisdiction over the place of concerned Unit I Office of BSNL where the candidate submits his/her application.
LIST OF ENCLOSURES TO BE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATiON
1. Two Identical spare photograph with the name of the candidate on the reverse.
2. Bank Demand Draft for Rs.500/- (Rupees Five Hundred only) drawn in favour of Accounts
Officer, O/o PGMT/GMT concerned. (Not required for SC/ST/PH Candidates).
3. Attested copy of Matriculation/SSLC certificate for proof of age.
4. Attested copy of Diploma Certificate.
5. Attested copy of Community Certificate in respect of SC/ST/OBC candidates OBC candidates should produce valid Community Certificates as per the PROFORMA for appointment of OBCs in Central Government Services as. per Department of Personnel & Training OM No.36012/22/93-Estt. (SCT) dated 08.09.1993
6. Medical Certificate in respect of Physically Handicapped Candidates.
7. No Objection Certificate from the present employer.
8. Two self addressed and stamped envelopes of 27 x 12 ems, size.
9. Attested copy of Employment Exchange Registration Card, if any.
10. If Ex-Serviceman, attested copy of Discharge Certificate and other relevant service’certificates.
Note: Please ensure that all enclosures are annexed to the application properly. No Column in the application should be left unfilled. (Say YES/NO/NOT APPLICABLE) The candidate~ shall affix their signature on all true copies/xerQx copies,of certificates apart from attestation by a Gazetted Officer.
(To be typed In A4 size paper on one side only)
APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TELECOM TECHNICAL ASSISTANT (TTA)
(Note: To be filled by the candidate in his / her own handwriting in English)
Affix your recently taken
passport size signed photograph,
attested by a
Gazetted Officer.
1. Name of the candidate
(In BLOCK Letters)
2. Father’s Name
3. Postal address in full with Pincode
a. Present Address
b. Permanent Address
4. Nationality
5. Date of Birth as in the School Certificate
(Attested copy should be attached)
6. a) Actual age as On 12.11.2007
b) Whether claiming age relaxation? Yes/No
If Yes, under what category,
(Write the relevant category given below)
i) BSNL Employee
ii) SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Serviceman/PH (To be specified)
7. Name of SSA (Secondary Switching Area)
for which application submitted
8. a)Community ( in respect of SC/ST/OBC, Attested copy
of Community certificate to be enclosed)
b) Ex-Serviceman (Attested copy of discharge
certificate to be attached)
c ) Whether Physically Handicapped : Yes / No % Disability
(Medical Certificate to be attached)
9. Gender: [Male I Female ]
10. Educational Qualifications (Attested copy to be enclosed) :
11. If registered in the Employment Exchange of the SSA for: , which the Application is made, give particulars,
(Registration is not mandatory)
12. Whether employed in Central Govt.lState Govt. IPublic Sector Undertaking (RSU); Give details (the application must be forwarded by the Present employer)
13. Particulars of Bank Demand Draft enclosed’
I, ………………….. certify that the above particulars are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I understand that in the event of any particulars I information given above being .found false or incorrect, my candidature for the post of Telecom Technical Assistant is liable to be’rejected or cancelled and in the event of any misstatement or discrepancy in the particulars being detected after my appointment, my services are liable to be terminated forthwith without any notice to me.
Place :
Date:
Signature of the Candidate

If you live in Bangalore and you live in some street which is in the center of town yet lies in the black hole of broadband-less zone then you have no option to rely on crap BSNL to get a Broadband (sic) Internet connection.

BSNL used to be the Public Sector UNIT (PSU) before it was sold to Tata. Ownership has changed but not the way of functioning, it still continues to work in same way. After all you can’t straighten dog’s tail can you? “Kutte ki punch kabhi sidhi nahi hoti”

Well even if you manage to get BSNL broadband connection by hook or crook (Begging to them, bribing linesman, putting gun on their temple or whatever manner) it is guaranteed that it is not going to work smoothly.

You will never find a single person having a BSNL Broadband connection which has not given any trouble.

Most of the time problem is with the Modem/Router which BSNL forces to use, provided telephone lines are working properly.

I’m not going to rant about BSNL problems, their crap customer services or any other aspect as it is pointless, I’ll describe some of common steps to try to make your broadband working, after all we humans always find a way out of any difficulties and that is how we are still walking on the Earth.

BSNL uses Huawei devices, or rather forces people to use it, they supply it with their connection. Problem with Huawei is that this company is run by Chinese Military Men and they have gained quite substantial foothold in India. They have bribed BSNL people to use their crap, rubbish and useless devices. No one in this whole world uses Huawei modem until n unless forced by service providers.

Huawei modem/routers are completely rubbish.

If your Internet connection is dropping frequently then try following remedies

1) Check your connections are proper (Ethernet/Splitter/Main Line etc)
2) If you are connecting any parallel lines (telephone or other devices) then disconnect them and just keep single connection to modem
3) Sometimes Modem/Router get heated, for that make sure that it is not near the wall
4) Remove dust if your modem/router is dirty
5) If you are on LAN then disconnect all LAN cables and just keep a single PC/server and try to work out on that
6) The last place to mess up with is the Modem/Router Configuration
For this go to BSNL website download their troubleshooting guide and try to configure your Modem/Router as per those instructions.
Here is the link for Bangalore

If none of above works then get a Kalashnikov (47 will do) go to your nearest BSNL office point it on any boss there and ask to send a Technical Person to be deputed to your place to solve the bloody problem.

You can also try to burn Huwaei modem/router in front of BSNL office and purchase any other Modem/Router as per your choice.

Try Linksys/D-Link etc.