Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:HSTX), a leading independent
supplier of turnkey wireless transmission solutions, has secured a deal
to provide Eclipse(TM) wireless transport platform to TDF, a French
converged service provider. The Eclipse radios will provide high speed
Gigabit Ethernet connections for TDF's WiMAX network.
TDF has secured licenses to provide WiMAX at 3.5GHz across 11
territories in France. Eclipse is ideally suited to support WiMAX
backhaul traffic by enabling operators to support high-reliability
Carrier Ethernet transport, and is a radio platform to support
intelligent Layer 2 Quality of Service controls and features.
Another key consideration for TDF was the ability of Eclipse to
provide scaleable bandwidth from 10 to over 600 Mbit/s in a single radio
channel, with a broad choice of channel bandwidth options thanks to
highly efficient modulation technology. In France, as in most EU
countries, annual license fees are charged on every radio link and are
based upon the bandwidth used. Eclipse enables TDF to fit more capacity
in less bandwidth than many other solutions, which, when viewed over
their entire network, results in significant overall savings.
Radio frequencies are becoming increasingly difficult to obtain in
France, so the ability to deploy high-capacity links in the minimum of
bandwidth often enables TDF to deploy links in regions where frequencies
may not otherwise be available.
"This announcement continues the recent momentum we have built
up in the WiMAX space in Europe," said Guy Campbell, president and
chief executive officer of Harris Stratex Networks. "With our
combination of leading wireless Carrier Ethernet products, our
understanding of WiMAX backhaul requirements and our 50 years of
experience in providing wireless infrastructure solutions, we are well
suited to support any service provider that is planning to roll out new
data-centric networks."
About TDF
TDF is the leading radio relay broadcast operator in Europe. With a
presence in France, Finland, Spain, Poland, Estonia, Monaco, the
Netherlands, and Hungary, the Group offers a wide range of services for
audiovisual services developers and telecom operators. In the
audiovisual field, TDF is present across the value chain: capture and
processing of content, contribution, broadcast centers, terrestrial
transmission and broadcasting of radio and television programs in
analogue and digital modes, in high definition or personal mobile TV. In
telecommunications, TDF manages network rollouts, hosts operator
equipment at its sites (up to 7,800 in Europe), and is a recognized
maintenance provider. As a radio local loop network operator, TDF
markets a high-speed service to access providers. A key player in the
convergence between audiovisual and telecommunications, TDF's
ambition is to support all its customers in the digital world and to
contribute to the organization of the territories.
For more information, visit http://www.tdf.fr.
About Harris Stratex Networks, Inc.
Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. is the world's leading
independent supplier of turnkey wireless transmission solutions. The
company offers reliable, flexible and scalable wireless network
solutions, backed by comprehensive professional services and support.
Harris Stratex Networks serves all global markets, including mobile
network operators, public safety agencies, private network operators,
utility and transportation companies, government agencies and
broadcasters. Customers in more than 135 countries depend on Harris
Stratex Networks to build, expand and upgrade their voice, data and
video solutions. Harris Stratex Networks is recognized around the world
for innovative, best-in-class wireless networking solutions and
services.
For more information, visit www.HarrisStratex.com or call
919/767-5238.
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