<G8> States that Only Drivers, and only in the Alliance Station. During a Match, each Team may have up to three (3) Drive Team Members in their Alliance Station, and all Drive Team Members must remain in their Alliance Station for the duration of the Match.
a. Drive Team Members are prohibited from any of the following actions during a Match:
b. Bringing/using any sort of communication devices into the Alliance Station. Devices with communication features turned off (e.g., a phone in airplane mode) are allowed.
We would like clarification on what devices are actually allowed as we have come across discrepancies in its interpretation at different events. Below are a few device options we would like to confirm if they are legal for the drive team to use during matches:
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Cell phone with airplane mode engaged paired with a wireless headset (e.g. airpods)
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Cell phone with airplane mode engaged paired with a wired headset
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MP3 player without communication functions connected to a wireless headset
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MP3 player without communication functions connected to a wired headset
Our intention is not to use it as a communication device but a way to play music softly (still hear referees and team members, one ear only) as a personal calming measure that's very important for some.
Thank you.