To: Yongzhi Yang who wrote (3556 ) 7/16/1998 11:23:00 AM From: JOEY Respond to of 9096
ADC to Supply China Telecom with GSM Network Deployment Vehicle System for Trial MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 15, 1998-- -- GSM network on wheels allows carrier to quickly and easily deploy wireless service in emergency situations or for temporary capacity and coverage needs -- ADC Wireless Systems Group, a business unit of ADC Telecommunications (NASDAQ: ADCT; www.adc.com), along with its Chinese strategic partner, Topper Electric, today announced an agreement with China Telecom and Shanghai Posts & Telecommunications to trial ADC's GSM Network Deployment Vehicle system. The solution incorporates an entire GSM (global system for mobile communications) network in a van, allowing China Telecom to establish service directly in areas where temporary wireless coverage is needed. China Telecom will use the GSM network in the Shanghai area. Following successful completion of the trial, China Telecom anticipates obtaining additional mobile GSM networks for Shanghai and other areas throughout China. ADC's GSM Network Deployment Vehicle would enable China Telecom to fill temporary capacity needs -- such as those required under emergency conditions -- to provide coverage for critical services. ADC's GSM Network Deployment Vehicle can also be used at conventions, sporting events or other large events, providing seamless coverage. The combination of ADC's compact and powerful GSM network and Topper's similarly advantageous PABX for public switched telephone network (PSTN) access has produced the industry's smallest system that fits in a passenger van. "ADC's GSM microcellular solutions are rapidly finding acceptance in the expanding China wireless market," said Monte Egeland, a director with ADC Mobile Systems. "This special-purpose solution for China Telecom is a great opportunity for ADC to demonstrate its unique and diverse capabilities." ADC's GSM solution enables flexible configuration options, including extension to a network operator's existing mobile switching center (MSC) or as a complete GSM network, connecting directly to the PSTN. ADC's GSM network provides powerful solutions for coverage and capacity while maintaining a compact design for easy deployment. ADC and its strategic partner, Topper Electric, have been working together on several projects to promote and support micro GSM solutions in China. This strategic relationship combines the strengths of both companies, bringing additional expertise to network operators in China. Topper Electric Corporation, headquartered in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province, is one of the fastest growing telecommunications infrastructure suppliers in China. Topper develops, manufactures and markets advanced telecommunications equipment including broadband switches, intelligent network peripherals and transmission systems. ADC Telecommunications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADCT) is a leading global supplier of voice, video and data systems for telephone, cable television, Internet, broadcast , wireless and private communications networks. ADC's systems enable local access and high-speed transmission of communications services from providers to consumers and businesses over fiber-optic, copper, coaxial and wireless media. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, ADC has approximately 6,000 employees around the world and annual sales of $1.2 billion. For more information about ADC visit our Web site at www.adc.com. CONTACT: ADC Telecommunications, Minneapolis Lynne High, Marketing Communications (612) 946-3136 lynne-high@adc.com or Mark Borman, Investor Relations (612) 946-3338