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CSI Scores Big with In-Building Wireless Solution at the New Home of the NFL's Arizona Cardinals.


MANCHESTER, N.H. -- Cellular Specialties, Inc (CSI CSI Crime Scene Investigator
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), a recognized leader in the design and implementation of in-building wireless solutions, today announced the successful installation of a technology-neutral distributed antenna system As defined by PCIA - the Wireless Infrastructure Association, and it's DAS Forum, A Distributed Antenna System ,or DAS, is a network of spatially separated antenna nodes connected to a common source via a transport medium that provides wireless service within a geographic area or  (DAS) at Cardinals Stadium, the new home of the NFL's Arizona Cardinals
    The Arizona Cardinals are a professional American football team based in the Phoenix metropolitan area. In 2006, the club began playing all home games at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, a suburb west of Phoenix.
     in Glendale, Arizona Glendale is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, USA. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 218,812. According to 2005 Census Bureau estimates, the population of the city is 239,435.[1] It is a major suburb of Phoenix. . The facility-wide wireless voice and data solution, which provides 802.11 connectivity, significantly improves communication for stadium visitors and employees. Perhaps more importantly, the system improves reception for radio systems utilized by public safety officials. Wireless service providers that are benefiting from the new in-building wireless solution include Alltel, Sprint/Nextel, Cingular/AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile. The CSI solution encompasses over one million square feet and provides a scalable solution with the flexibility to grow along with future wireless technology needs.

    Mark Feller, Senior Director of Technology at Cardinals Stadium believes that implementing the multi-carrier DAS reflects the Cardinals' commitment to creating a state-of-the-art, first-class experience for their fans and visitors. "The new stadium is the first sports facility in the country to feature a completely retractable re·tract  
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    1. To take back; disavow: refused to retract the statement.

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     playing surface and a retractable roof A retractable roof is a kinetic architectural element used in many sports venues. They are used in places that allow for indoor sports when the weather is rainy. Examples of these venues are Rogers Centre in Toronto, Canada, SAFECO Field in Seattle, The University of Phoenix ," said Mr. Feller. "Now, with CSI's wireless solution, our fans will be able to use their cell phones and other wireless devices throughout the Stadium."

    While wireless access for fans is critical, Feller also asked CSI to provide a solution that would support a variety of other applications for the purpose of streamlining operations in the Stadium. "From an economic perspective, the design of the CSI DAS solution allows us to add new services to support any future applications without disrupting our existing wireless system," noted Mr. Feller.

    "Our approach offered the perfect fit for a project of this scope and magnitude," remarked Kelley Carr, Vice President of Service for the Custom Solutions Group (CSG CSG - constructive solid geometry ) at CSI. "The Wire-it-Once architecture combines the low-loss transport of fiber optics fiber optics, transmission of digitized messages or information by light pulses along hair-thin glass fibers. Each fiber is surrounded by a cladding having a high index of refractance so that the light is internally reflected and travels the length of the fiber  with the broadband flexibility of coaxial cable. By using a hybrid infrastructure and high-performance amplification products, CSI was able to meet the needs of the Cardinals' wireless requirements," said Mr. Carr. "Our vast experience and unique approach to designing and implementing wireless solutions have placed us in the enviable position of being the standard in our industry. At the end of the day, the CSI approach ensures scalable, cost-effective solutions for our customers and that's what truly sets us apart," concluded Mr. Carr.

    About CSI

    CSI is a national leader in the design and implementation of innovative in-building wireless products, services, and solutions. To ensure that the optimal services are provided, CSI formed the Custom Solutions Group (CSG). Since its establishment, CSG has installed thousands of turnkey solutions successfully in a variety of industries throughout the nation. CSG also holds the distinction of being the only in-building wireless service organization approved by all major wireless service providers in the United States. CSI's vast experience and unique approach have propelled the company to become the standard in the wireless industry. For information about CSI call (866) 670-2205 or visit www.cellularspecialties.com.

    About Cardinals Stadium

    Cardinals Stadium will not only feature a retractable roof, but also will be the first in the United States to include a fully retractable grass playing surface. In addition to hosting Arizona Cardinals games, the Stadium will host Super Bowl XLII This article or section contains information about a  sporting event or team.  in February of 2008. It also will be the annual site of the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl, and will host the first-ever BCS (1) (The British Computer Society, Swindon, Wiltshire, England, www.bcs.org) The chartered body for information technology professionals in the U.K., founded in 1957.  National Championship Game in January of 2007. The Stadium has a seating capacity of 63,400, with the ability to expand to 73,000 for mega-events.
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