Telkonet Issues Shareholder Letter.GERMANTOWN, Md. -- Telkonet, Inc. (Amex:TKO), the leader in providing in-building broadband access over existing electrical wiring, today announced the issuance of the following letter to their shareholders. December 4, 2006 To our Valued Shareholders, 2006 has been an exciting year for Telkonet. We are continuing to reinforce the Company as the leader in powerline communications technology by adding new capabilities to our product platform, such as energy management, and by developing key strategic relationships. We have invested over two years in the development and positioning of our products for sale within the government sector and, as a result, we believe the Company is finally poised to reap the benefits of these efforts within the federal, state and local government markets. As the year comes to a close, we are reflecting on our significant accomplishments in the past twelve months, anticipating that they will act as a springboard for additional success in the coming year. U.S. Government Telkonet's U.S. government (USG (UNIX Systems Group) The division within Novell that was responsible for UnixWare. See USL. ) certified products, which were successfully integrated within the 500,000-user Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI NMCI Navy/Marine Corps Intranet NMCI National Multi-Cultural Institute ) enclave, have now been operating for one year. The deployment began under Interim Authority to Test (IATT IATT Inter-Agency Task Team IATT International Association for Technology Trade IATT Interim Authority to Test IATT International Association of Travel and Tourism (UK) IATT Information Assurance Technical Tip ), with subsequent deployment under full Department of the Navy (DoN) Enterprise Authority To Operate (EATO). Telkonet is the only secure networking technology to receive an EATO in such a manner from the DoN since the beginning of NMCI. As a result of the successful NMCI integration, a tier one government contractor has included Telkonet's products in its NMCI solutions catalog, making these products available for government purchase for NMCI seat deployment and other government contracts being performed by this government contractor. The products are also listed in multiple General Services Administration The General Services Administration (GSA) was established by section 101 of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 (40 U.S.C.A. § 751). The GSA sets policy for and manages government property and records. (GSA (1) (Global mobile Suppliers Association, Sawbridgeworth, U.K., www.gsacom.com) A membership organization of suppliers of GSM products and services. Its goal is to promote GSM as the worldwide mobile communications standard. See GSM Association and GSM. ) schedules and are therefore available for broader, government-wide purchase. Management believes that the listing of the Company's products on the GSA schedules, together with the Company's relationship with a number of tier one government contractors, position Telkonet favorably for growth in the government sector. Telkonet's products have been evaluated and approved by the U.S. Army Information Systems Engineering Command for use by the Army and the Department of Homeland Security Noun 1. Department of Homeland Security - the federal department that administers all matters relating to homeland security Homeland Security executive department - a federal department in the executive branch of the government of the United States (DHS DHS Department of Homeland Security (USA) DHS Department of Human Services DHS Department of Health Services DHS Demographic and Health Surveys DHS Dirhams (Morocco national currency) ) networking environments in programs such as the Hi-Speed Operational Connectivity (Hi-SOC), Transportation Worker identification Credential The Transportation Worker Identification Credential (or TWIC) program is a Transportation Security Administration and U.S. Coast Guard initiative in the United States. and US-VISIT US-VISIT United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology . Telkonet's USG certified products, which have been installed into multiple Transportation Security Administration (TSA TSA See tax-sheltered annuity (TSA). ) departments over the past six months, will be deployed at multiple Category II-IV level U.S. airports beginning in December of 2006 in anticipation of the next installment of the Hi-SOC program due to begin rolling out in early 2007. Since Hi-SOC Phase II encompasses the deployment of secure data and voice connectivity in approximately 400 airports nationwide, U.S. Army approval of the Telkonet product creates a significant opportunity for the Company to sell and market its products within the government sector, which it intends to vigorously pursue in 2007. Government - State, Local and Education In 2006, Telkonet made significant progress with state and local government sales. This year, Telkonet began delivering mobile networking connectivity to three middle schools in the Hamilton Township School District in New Jersey. The Company intends to pursue deployment of the system in the remaining 25 schools in that school district. Based on its experience in New Jersey, Telkonet has decided to explore similar opportunities in the education market in other states in the coming year. Another successful application where Telkonet's system has recently been deployed is in convention centers. These successful deployments have generated interest in networking solutions for additional applications, such as historical facilities and difficult-to-deploy facilities, which the Company will continue to pursue in 2007. Energy Management Telkonet has moved ahead in its product development efforts by expanding its product portfolio into energy management. The new Telkonet Smart Energy (TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). ) system is an innovative Internet Protocol-based energy management and monitoring system that can be deployed across the Telkonet iWire System([TM].) The TSE system provides a web-based energy monitoring, control and management system that continuously samples energy usage and costs. The TSE overcomes many energy management challenges, including automatically learning and monitoring occupancy patterns and room characteristics, eliminating unnecessary heating and cooling of empty rooms and increasing the efficiency of HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning) In the home or small office with a handful of computers, HVAC is more for human comfort than the machines. In large datacenters, a humidity-free room with a steady, cool temperature is essential for the trouble-free operations. The system also enables the monitoring and analyzing of energy data from a centralized database. As a result, companies can significantly reduce energy consumption, resulting in lower utility bills and lower operating, maintenance and repair costs for heating, ventilating ventilating Natural or mechanically induced movement of fresh air into or through an enclosed space. The hazards of poor ventilation were not clearly understood until the early 20th century. Expired air may be laden with odors, heat, gases, or dust. and air-conditioning (HVAC). In October, Telkonet completed the first installation of the Telkonet Smart Energy system at a 500-unit luxury, eco-friendly apartment complex on New York's Roosevelt Island. Telkonet's system measures the amount of energy generated from the solar panels that are mounted on the property's roof towers. The Telkonet iWire System transports the collected data over the building's internal electrical wiring. It enables the energy output from the building's solar panels to be monitored remotely and on-site by building management and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a public benefit corporation that was created by the New York State Legislature in 1975. The purpose of the NYSERDA is to provide funding for the research of energy development. (NYSERDA NYSERDA New York State Energy Research and Development Authority ), which has agreed to supply up to $250,000 in funding for the project. Management believes that the Telkonet iWire System is an ideal energy management solution for utility substations. The system monitors the performance and activities of a power substation, thus maintaining the stability of the electric grid, enabling energy supply management and efficiency. MDU (1) (Multiple Dwelling Unit) A commercial or residential building with multiple offices or apartments. See BLEC. (2) (Multiply-Divide Unit) A high-speed circuit that performs multiplication and division within the CPU. Telkonet and a national internet services provider (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ) are providing broadband over power line access and Internet voice service to nine apartment complexes in the Washington, D.C. metro area. The Telkonet iWire System, as the platform, enables high-speed Internet and data access to the ISP as part of a home networking package that includes caller ID, voicemail and three-way calling bundled with high-speed Internet access. Telkonet has also partnered with a midwestern utility company to deliver broadband Internet access Broadband Internet access, often shortened to just "broadband", is high speed Internet access—typically contrasted with dial-up access over modem. Dial-up modems are generally only capable of a maximum bitrate of 56 kbit/s (kilobits per second) and require the full use of a to multi-dwelling units in Missouri and Illinois. A local ISP is responsible for providing the Internet signal to the buildings, while Telkonet delivers Internet access within the buildings via the Telkonet iWire System. The ISP is also providing business management software, account setup, network implementation, monitoring and maintenance, 24/7 technical support and customer care, hosting and email services. Microwave Satellite Technologies (MST See micro systems technology. ), a Telkonet subsidiary, added several marquis properties to its growing list of residential customers in New York City New York City: see New York, city. New York City City (pop., 2000: 8,008,278), southeastern New York, at the mouth of the Hudson River. The largest city in the U.S. . A premier New York-based real estate development company has selected MST to provide a diverse range of communications and entertainment services to residents in over 1,100 residential units and building management with a comprehensive suite of in-room amenities, including 100% digital satellite access with HDTV (High Definition TV) A set of digital television (DTV) standards that offer the highest resolution and sharpest picture. Although some HDTV sets are available in standard (rather square) screen sizes, the overwhelming majority of sets are wide screen, which eliminates , voice over Internet protocol (VoIP), Internet access and Wi-Fi connectivity, which delivers a quadruple play. Residents of these properties now have the ability to "mix and match" and select the best offerings at the best prices. MST is committed to delivering digital convergence, and has started deployment to beta customers of its Internet Protocol Television (IPTV (Internet Protocol TV) Also called "TV over IP," IPTV delivers scheduled TV programs and video-on-demand (VOD) via the IP protocol and digital streaming techniques used to watch video on the Internet. ) service in New York City. IPTV is a method of distributing television content over IP that enables a more user-defined, on-demand and interactive experience. The MST IPTV service delivers traditional cable TV programming and enables subscribers to surf the Internet, receive on-demand content and perform a host of Internet-based functions via their TV sets. Hospitality Telkonet is now working with one of the leading providers of high-speed Internet access solutions for the hospitality market. This partner has been very successful in penetrating the hospitality market, but was unable to cost-effectively deliver wireless Internet access. By working with Telkonet, this partner can provide more affordable solutions by using the Telkonet iWire System as the IP platform, which supports both wired and wireless Internet access, eliminating the need for CAT-5 cabling. The combined system has proven to be an extremely effective solution, which, management believes, will open many new doors for both companies by satisfying customer needs for value and performance. Telkonet is pursuing further penetration of the timeshare market through its relationship with a major developer and marketer of one of the world's largest vacation ownership programs. The Telkonet iWire System enables wired high-speed Internet access and Wi-Fi hot spots hot spots acute moist dermatitis. throughout a timeshare's public areas and convention space. In addition, it can act as a platform to support printing from the rooms and a billing system. The Telkonet solution provides a hands-off system that requires minimal front desk or technical support, and acts as a dynamic platform to support future services, such as energy management and voice over IP (VoIP). We will continue to achieve significant milestones in implementing our focused marketing strategies and appreciate your continued support. Sincerely, Pete Musser, Chairman Ron Pickett, President and CEO Statements included in this release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. Such statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties such as competitive factors, technological development, market demand and the Company's ability to obtain new contracts and accurately estimate net revenues due to variability in size, scope and duration of projects, and internal issues in the sponsoring client. Further information on potential factors that could affect the Company's financial results, can be found in the Company's Registration Statement and in its Reports on Forms 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). |
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