ANTEC/Nortel Networks to Demonstrate Complete HFC Broadband Networking Solutions at NCTA's Cable 2000 Show
Booth to Feature "Bringing Broadband Home" Vision-Dome Theater
Updated 7:01 AM ET April 26, 2000
DULUTH, Ga., April 26 /PRNewswire/ -- ANTEC (NASDAQ:ANTC), a leader in the hybrid fiber/coaxial (HFC) broadband transport industry, will demonstrate complete HFC broadband solutions for MSOs at the National Cable Television Association's (NCTA) Cable 2000 show.
Operators can experience ANTEC's complete line of optronics and RF equipment, powering products, outside plant products, distributed products, and Cornerstone(R) Super
Access(TM) voice and data broadband network solutions at booth #3943.
As a leader in optical networking, ANTEC, with its partner Nortel Networks, will showcase their platform flexibility in driving fiber closer to the home. ANTEC's booth will feature a vision-dome theater that will present "Bringing Broadband Home," ANTEC's projection of broadband's growth and
development over the next decade. Exhibits will focus on new and existing products and their migration path into IP telephony.
"Having 'now and future' capabilities is a major milestone for cable telephony. We are the only company that can provide complete solutions today that will migrate into IP telephony tomorrow," said Robert Stanzione, President and CEO of ANTEC.
ANTEC was the first to introduce optical transmission technology to the cable television industry more than 10 years ago. Since then, ANTEC has continued to launch revolutionary products that increase the efficiency, reliability and flexibility of broadband systems, and remains the industry's most complete supplier of products for HFC broadband transport systems.
ANTEC's Laser Link(R) 1550 nm Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) Transplex Transport System has been enhanced to include the highest performing externally modulated transmitter in the industry, allowing signals to travel 20 to 25 kilometers further than any other
transmitter. Increased distance means fewer amplifiers for operators, thereby reducing capital costs while improving network reliability. The system also allows operators to double wavelengths from 8 to 16, as needed.
ANTEC's Proteus(TM) Scaleable Node offers a low-cost base configuration for initial network deployment. This optical node's capabilities can grow with the network as operators add interactive services and need increased bandwidth.
ANTEC's MicroNode(TM), which combines advanced hybrid technology and compact design in a cost-effective package, allows operators to drive fiber optics deeper into the network. With one to four high-gain outputs, MicroNode provides enough coverage to replace two to three traditional RF amplifiers and the reliability that's necessary for today's digital video, high-speed data and telephony
services.
ANTEC's RF Link(TM) Mini-Bridger amplifiers have been totally re-engineered to 870 MHz. Advanced hybrid technology has significantly enhanced their performance.
ANTEC's Total System Power (TSP) offers a huge leap forward in reliability, flexibility, scaleability,
cost-effectiveness and performance. Ideal for broadband and telephony applications, TSP's dual module design enables operators to upgrade to standby power as their needs change.
Through Arris Interactive, ANTEC's venture with Nortel Networks, ANTEC has become the leading supplier of HFC cable telephony and Internet access solutions. ANTEC provides the exclusive U.S. market channel for Cornerstone(R) telephony and IP products to cable operators. By joining with
Nortel, ANTEC is the cable industry's only end-to-end solutions provider.
ANTEC Corp. (www.antec.com ) is an international communications technology company serving the
broadband information transport industries. ANTEC specializes in the manufacture and distribution of
products for hybrid fiber/coax broadband networks, as well as the design and engineering of these networks. Headquartered in Duluth, Georgia, ANTEC has sales offices in Europe, Asia/Pacific and Latin America; a major office in Denver, Colorado; and manufacturing facilities in Juarez, Mexico, El Paso, Texas and Rock Falls, Illinois.
Forward looking statement: Certain information and statements contained in this press release constitute forward looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, and business of ANTEC. Statements that are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts, and projections about the markets in which the Company operates and management's beliefs and
assumptions regarding these markets are forward looking statements. Any statements that are not statements about historical facts are forward looking statements. The Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995 (the "Act") provides a "safe harbor" for forward looking statements. These
Cautionary Statements are being made pursuant to the provisions of the Act and with the intention of
obtaining the benefits of the terms of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Act. To comply with the terms
of the "safe harbor," the Company cautions that any forward looking statements made are not
guarantees of future performance and that a variety of factors could cause the Company's actual results
to differ materially from the anticipated results or expectations expressed in the Company's forward
looking statements. Several factors that could cause results or events to differ from current
expectations include: the impact of rapidly changing technologies; the impact of competition on
product development and pricing; international growth and global economic conditions including
foreign exchange and interest rate fluctuations; the ability of ANTEC to react to changes in general
industry and market conditions including regulatory developments, rights to intellectual property,
market trends and the adoption of industry standards; consolidations within the telecommunications
industry of both the customer and supplier base; and the impact of any latent Year 2000 issues. These
factors are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of risks and uncertainties that may affect the
operations, performance, development and results of the Company's business. Additional information
regarding these and other factors can be found in ANTEC's reports filed with the Securities and
Exchange Commission. In providing forward looking statements, the Company is not undertaking any
obligation to update publicly or otherwise these statements, whether as a result of new information,
future events or otherwise.
Contact: Jim Bauer, Investor Relations, 678-473-2647, or jim.bauer@antec.com , or Margaret Anderson, ANTEC Communications,
678-473-8337, or margaret.anderson@antec.com , both of ANTEC Corporation
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