CDMA Repeater From Repeater Technologies Deployed in Monet Mobile Networks' Next-Generation Network.Business Editors & High-Tech Writers SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 15, 2002 Application Marks First Use Of Coverage Enhancement Product In Data-Only Wireless Network Repeater (1) A communications device that amplifies (analog) or regenerates (digital) the data signal in order to extend the transmission distance. Available for both electronic and optical signals, repeaters are used extensively in long distance transmission. Technologies Inc. (Nasdaq:RPTR RPTR Reporter RPTR Repeater ) today announced that its RC1920C CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) A method for transmitting simultaneous signals over a shared portion of the spectrum. The foremost application of CDMA is the digital cellular phone technology from QUALCOMM that operates in the 800 MHz band and 1.9 GHz PCS band. repeater is now deployed in Monet Mobile Networks' next-generation, data-only wireless network, marking the first use of a Repeater Technologies product in this advanced Internet- and multimedia-oriented application. The Repeater Technologies product supports North America's first data-only CDMA2000 1XRTT network, which Monet operates in Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, city (1990 pop. 100,814), seat of Minnehaha co., SE S.Dak., on the Big Sioux River; settled 1856, inc. as a village 1877, as a city 1883. Settlers abandoned the site in 1862 because of Native American raids, but with the establishment (1865) of Fort , S.D. The repeater, working in combination with one of the network's CDMA base stations, expands the coverage area and maintains high data throughput for Monet subscribers in the Sioux Falls area. "The successful use of our RC1920C demonstrates that our products meet the demands of the emerging next-generation networks," said Chris Branscum, president and chief executive officer of Repeater Technologies. Internet- and multimedia-based wireless data services are rapidly being implemented by network operators seeking new subscribers or additional revenues from existing, voice-only customers. Used in conjunction with base stations, repeaters offer carriers a lower cost solution for network coverage enhancement. "In addition to cost-effectiveness, repeaters give us the opportunity to complete our coverage enhancement projects more quickly, allowing us to stay ahead of rising usage demands and ensuring rapid return on investment," said Bruce Rotvold, Monet's director of engineering and system deployment The deployment of a mechanical device, electrical system, computer program, etc., is its assembly or transformation from a packaged form to an operational working state. Deployment implies moving a product from a temporary or development state to a permanent or desired state. . "Our partnership with Repeater Technologies complements our deployment of CDMA2000 1X wireless data services to customers in the Midwest." The Repeater Technologies RC1920C is the highest-powered, two-carrier CDMA repeater available for existing and next-generation networks. The unit provides an industry-leading 10 watts of output power per RF carrier in one cabinet. Monet Mobile Networks Inc. With headquarters in Seattle, Monet Mobile Networks (formerly Burst Wireless Inc.) was founded by telecommunications Communicating information, including data, text, pictures, voice and video over long distance. See communications. industry veterans in mid 1999. Monet is a wireless Internet service provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. , offering users fast, mobile access to the complete Internet, e-mail, corporate intranet applications, data and customer support. The company's investors include Mayfield Fund Mayfield Fund is a venture capital firm located on Sand Hill Road in Menlo Park, California, home to many of Silicon Valley's leading venture capital firms. Mayfield was founded in 1969 by Tommy Davis, one of the first venture capitalists. , Soros Private Equity, Qualcomm, Intel Capital and Hook Partners. For more information, visit www.monetmobile.com. Repeater Technologies Repeater Technologies, with headquarters in Sunnyvale, develops, markets and sells wireless coverage enhancement solutions primarily to wireless service providers. The company provides cost-effective, high-quality coverage systems and services that can be used in suburban, rural and urban areas in coverage-limited structures. To learn more, visit the company's Web site at http://www.repeaters.com. To reach the investor relations Investor relations The process by which the corporation communicates with its investors. department, call 408/743-9444. Except for historical information contained in this news release, all statements made herein are forward-looking statements forward-looking statement A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections. that involve risk or uncertainties, including, without limitation, those that state the company's or management's intentions, hopes, beliefs, expectations or predictions of the future. Investors are cautioned that such statements are only predictions and the actual events or results may differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include the company's inability to successfully deploy and gain widespread industry acceptance of its products; the fluctuation Fluctuation A price or interest rate change. in quarterly revenues and operating results; the difficulty in predicting the timing and magnitude of sales; and its inability to achieve profitability. The company refers interested persons to its most recent annual report on Form 10-K Form 10-K A report required by the SEC from exchange-listed companies that provides for annual disclosure of certain financial information. Form 10-K See 10-K. and its other SEC filings for a description of additional uncertainties and factors that may affect forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. Forward-looking statements are based on information presently available to senior management, and the company has not assumed any duty to update its forward-looking statements. Note to Editors: Repeater Technologies, RepeaterHybrid Network and RepeaterCell are trademarks or trade names of Repeater Technologies Inc. All other trademarks or trade names are the property of their respective owners. |
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