TECORE Deploys Its Scalable MVNE-MVNO Infrastructure Solution at MP Telecommunications.Tampa-based Service Company to Offer Infrastructure and MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) A reseller of wireless services. MVNOs do not own licensed spectrum and typically do not have any of their own wireless network infrastructure. Services BARCELONA, Spain -- TECORE([R]) Wireless Systems, a leading supplier of 3G and next-generation wireless networks, and MP Telecommunications, an emerging wireless infrastructure provider and Mobile Virtual Network Enabler A Mobile Virtual Network Enabler (or MVNE) is a company that provides services to MVNOs, such as billing, network element provisioning, administration, operations, support of base station subsystems and operations support systems, and provision of back end network elements, to (MVNE MVNE Mobile Virtual Network Enabler (wireless telecommunications) MVNE Medium Voltage Neutral Earthing ), have announced today that MP Telecommunications has deployed TECORE's T-MVNO platform to provide the wireless infrastructure for Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) and services associated with this industry segment. With TECORE's core network solution, MP Telecommunications will provide turn-key infrastructure solutions for small network operators, MVNEs, and MVNOs. Supporting a variety of MVNO business models, TECORE's T-MVNO platform provides a modular architecture that supports any wireless technology - GSM, 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. , or converged WiFi/WiMAX services. TECORE's solution provides all core network components that MVNOs require, including a fully functional MSC/Gateway-MSC, integrated HLR (Home Location Register) A database in a cellular system that contains all the subscribers within the provider's home service area. When a subscriber reaches a new service area, the data in the HLR is requested and transferred via SS7 to the VLR (Visitor Location , SMSC SMSC Short Message Service Center SMSC Standard Microsystems Corporation (New York) SMSC Spiritual Moral Social Cultural (education) SMSC Stephenville Medical and Surgical Clinic , and Prepaid and other services. The solution allows for either a centralized integrated core network model or a distributed core networking model, providing scalability ideally suited for new market entrants in the MVNO arena. In addition to the MVNO core network solution, MP Telecommunications has deployed TECORE's AdaptaCell([R]) BTS-4000XE and AirSite([R]) Backhaul Free[TM] GSM base stations to enhance highway coverage over the highly traveled routes to and from the United States to enable roaming services for travelers. The BTS-4000XE features the innovative iBSS([TM])software, which embeds the GSM A and Gb interfaces into the base station platform, eliminating the need for traditional BSC (Binary Synchronous Communications) See bisync. , TRAU TRAU Transcoder and Rate Adaption Unit TRAU Transcoder and Rate Adapter Unit and PCU PCU - PCI Configuration Utility elements. "We have been looking for a scalable, cost effective solution to service the rapid technological advance in the wireless industry. TECORE's products and services are a perfect fit", says Peter Kuzel, MP Telecommunication's VP and General Manager. "The MVNO infrastructure that TECORE has delivered provides us with the functionality we need today and allows us to scale our operation as it grows." "Our T-MVNO platform provides MP Telecommunications with fully integrated MVNE/MVNO capabilities that include MSC (1) (MSC.Software Corporation, Santa Ana, CA, www.mscsoftware.com) Founded in 1963 by Richard H. MacNeal and Robert G. Schwendler, MSC is the world's largest provider of mechanical computer aided engineering (MCAE) strategies, simulation software and services. , SMSC, and GPRS/EDGE capabilities," according to Harry E. Lewis, TECORE's vice president of sales. "The T-MVNO platform is designed to provide a low cost MVNE/MVNO entry vehicle with modular scalability." TECORE is exhibiting its MVNO solution at the 3GSM World Congress 2007, Hall 8, stand 8C78, in Barcelona, Spain, February 12-15, 2007. For more information, please visit www.tecore.com. About MP Telecom MP Telecommunications Inc. was founded in early 2005 entering the marketing, sales and service arena in the United States with emphasis on the wireless industry. With its team's expertise, acquisition in Europe, partnership in Asia, and recent technology purchases from TECORE, MP Telecommunications is emerging as a global player. About TECORE Founded in 1991, TECORE([R]) Wireless Systems is a leading developer and manufacturer of mobile switching and base station products used in commercial and private wireless networks worldwide. Its innovative SoftMSC([R]) switching system features a patented multi-protocol architecture that supports GSM/GPRS/EDGE, CDMA/1xRTT/1xEV-DO, WiFi, and WiMAX technologies, enabling converged voice, data, and multimedia services from a common platform. The AdaptaCell([R]), AirSite([R]), iBSS, and RapidCell([TM]) GSM and CoreCell([TM]) CDMA base stations provide wireless operators and integrators with a full suite of radio access solutions. TECORE provides complete turn-key wireless networks and a comprehensive suite of professional services. TECORE is an ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. 9001:2000 certified company. TECORE, AdaptaCell, AirSite, and SoftMSC are registered trademarks with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. iBSS, RapidCell, and CoreCell are trademarks of TECORE, Inc. Other names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies or organizations. All rights reserved. |
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