Clarinet Systems Announces $6M Distribution Agreement With Optron Plus a Major Order From South Africa Telkom.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 27, 2001 Clarinet Systems, Inc. a global provider of wireless connectivity for handheld appliances, announces the signing of a $6M distribution agreement with Optron of South Africa South Africa, Afrikaans Suid-Afrika, officially Republic of South Africa, republic (2005 est. pop. 44,344,000), 471,442 sq mi (1,221,037 sq km), S Africa. for the supply of it high-speed infrared An invisible band of radiation at the lower end of the visible light spectrum. With wavelengths from 750 nm to 1 mm, infrared starts at the end of the microwave spectrum and ends at the beginning of visible light. Internet and LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. access equipment into Sub-Saharan Africa. Optron, the major supplier of survey and mapping solutions in Africa, has received a major order from South Africa Telkom for the installation of Clarinet Systems EthIR LAN(TM) system into over 600 of Telkom's regional offices and product shipments are currently underway. "Clarinet Systems reputation for delivering highly reliable High-Speed Infrared LAN and Internet access See how to access the Internet. connectivity products was instrumental in winning this contract", said Colin Petty Vice President of Sales for Clarinet Systems. "South Africa is rapidly expanding its wireless data market and Clarinet Systems is very pleased to be involved in this dramatic growth." "Our decision to appoint Optron as our exclusive distributor for our products in Sub-Saharan Africa was an easy decision to make," they have already taken delivery of a substantial quantity of our multiport mul·ti·port adj. Having, relating to, or being a system of multiple ports for injecting fuel separately into each cylinder of an engine. EthIR LAN systems and clearly demonstrated their commitment to us." "Our wireless infrared connectivity solutions are a perfect complement to the information gathering products currently being provided to the major mining houses, government departments, utilities and construction companies." "We are extraordinarily pleased to enter into this agreement with Clarinet Systems, Inc., the premier provider of high-speed Infrared LAN access systems, because it extends our market reach from a strategic view, and gives our customers the ability to purchase a total integrated wireless solution," said Craig Lipawsky, Optron. Clarinet Systems Products Clarinet System's EthIR LAN, wireless access systems, are designed to connect handheld devices and PCs to the corporate network and Internet, via their built-in, infrared (IR) port, without additional cards, cables or third-party software. These devices are becoming increasingly popular among mobile workforces, as users need instant, on-demand and untethered Unattached to any data or power source by wire or fiber; in other words: wireless. Contrast with tethered. access to email and the Internet while away from their office. About Clarinet Systems Clarinet Systems, Inc., is a global provider of wireless connectivity for handheld devices. The company is focused on providing a universal network access solution for mobile devices, such as Notebooks, Handheld and Palm-Size PCs The Palm-Size PC was Microsoft's first attempt at a computer conforming to an 'in your hand' profile (or, as commonly referred to, a PDA). These devices demonstrated many firsts for this form factor, including wave sound output, comparatively high-resolution screens with , Internet appliances Also called "information appliance," "smart appliance," and "Web appliance," it is a device specialized for accessing the Web and/or e-mail. Designed for ease of use, it plugs into a telephone jack or LAN connection for Internet hookup. such as MP3 music players and electronic books. Clarinet Systems, Inc's products are used in healthcare, hospitality, and education and by Fortune 1000 companies. |
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