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NEWS RELEASE: Unique Broadband Systems Ships the first 1kW High Power S-Band Digital Transmitters. MARKHAM, ON, March 2 /CNW/ - Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. (VSE: UBS) has completed the development of its 1 kW High Power S-Band Digital Transmitter (both solid state and klystron) and has shipped the first transmitters to customers. The High Power S-Band Digital Transmitters have been designed for satellite digital radio applications. The transmitters are capable of producing output power in excess of 1kW of a digitally modulated signal. ''The High Power S-Band Digital Transmitters represent a milestone for the Unique Broadband Systems' engineering team. Completion of these units puts the Company at the forefront of the industry,'' said Alex Dolgonos, President & CEO of Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. The units are currently being used in feasibility studies for coverage pattern in terrestrial environments in various cities across the United States with several customers in the final stages of testing. Shipment of the units began with the fulfillment of a purchase order from one of the Company's customers. The transmitters will be utilized for the terrestrial portion of a 100-channel satellite-to-car radio system for the broadcast of music and other programming to motorists throughout the United States. Within the upcoming months, Unique Broadband Systems will fill outstanding purchase orders for the transmitters, as the Company is now in full production. Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. is a recognized world leader in the design, development and manufacture of broadband wireless and other wireless solutions that serve the service provider, telecommunications and broadcast industries. With headquarters in Markham, Ontario, Unique Broadband Systems markets its products globally, providing 24X7 support. Unique Broadband Systems is a trademark of Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. For additional information, visit the company's Web site at www.uniquesys.com On behalf of the Board of Unique Broadband Systems, Inc. Alex Dolgonos Chief Executive Officer For further information: about Unique or the contents of this news release, please contact: Stephen J. Rosen, Chief Financial Officer, At: stephenR@uniquesys.com