Long-Range 1-Watt Wireless

The 9XTend 900MHz transceiver is MaxStream's best performing OEM RF Module to date offering the highest power output allowed by the FCC (1 mW - 1 W, software selectable), the longest transmission range (up to 3000 ft. indoor/urban environments, up to 40 mi. line-of-sight), the highest data throughput (up to 115 kbps sustainable RF data rate, up to 230 kbps interface data rate), the highest encryption standard available (256-bit AES encryption) and the smallest form factor (smaller than a business card, smallest full 1-Watt wireless module in the industry). The 9XTend is ideal for long-range, secure and critical applications including homeland security, remote monitoring, building automation systems, automated teller machines, point-of-sale terminals, and keyless/remote access systems, among others. Available now.

LINDON, UT (PRWEB) September 1, 2004 -- MAXSTREAM'S NEW ONE-WATT RADIO MODEM WITH ADVANCED SECURITY Longest Range & Most Secure 900 MHz Module. MaxStream, Inc., the worldwide leader in wireless modem networking for electronic devices, announced today the release of its 9XTend 900 MHz OEM RF Modules. Power output is selectable from 1 milliWatt to 1 Watt conducted, providing FCC-allowable radiated power output to 4 Watts. These new wireless modules deliver up to twice the range of MaxStream's previous long-range modules, six times the data throughput, and 256-bit data encryption in the industry's smallest full one-Watt wireless module available.

"MaxStream has created a license-free one-Watt radio modem that effectively competes with higher-powered licensed products while providing advanced security features," said Brad Walters, President and CEO at MaxStream. "This new product allows us to deliver reliable data transmissions up to eight times the range of the industry's average product. With AES encryption, user selectable data rates, and variable power output, this new product makes MaxStream's superior technology available to a broader range of OEMs while addressing their needs for high security, high throughput and reliable range."

Power Output of 9XTend OEM RF Modules

The 9XTend outputs one Watt (30 dBm) of conducted power output while consuming only 780 milliamps at five volts. This makes the 9XTend one of the most efficient 1 Watt 900 MHz modems in the industry. The 9XTend can output 4 Watts radiated power allowed by the FCC.

Security

The 9XTend provides more security through data encryption than is available on competing modems. The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used with a 256-bit key, the highest encryption standard available. This makes the 9XTend ideal for secure applications including homeland security, building automation systems, automated teller machines, point-of-sale terminals, and keyless/remote access systems. No time penalty is incurred during AES encryption or decryption.

Interference Immunity

MaxStream includes its XII Interference Immunity Technology in the 9XTend. This hardware/software solution creates wireless systems that are immune to RF interferers such as cell phones, pagers, and other wireless systems.

Sensitivity and Range

These high-performance transceivers boast -110 dBm receiver sensitivity providing long communication range. Users can receive 900 MHz transmissions up to ½ mile in urban environments, 15 miles line-of-sight, and 40 miles with high-gain antennas.

Data Throughput

The 9XTend can be configured for the highest possible throughput or the longest possible range. This is done with an adjustable over-the-air data rate. When set for the highest possible throughput, users can expect 120 kbps over-the-air data rate with receiver sensitivity at -103 dBm. When set for the longest possible range, users can expect 10 kbps over-the-air data rate with receiver sensitivity at -110 dBm. Users can also set interface data rates from 1200 bps to 230 kbps.

Ease-of-Use

9XTend Development Kits allow users to communicate wirelessly in a matter of minutes, providing a fast and positive out-of-box experience. No configuration is necessary for many modes of operation, including networking modes. Advanced networking features allow for easy configuration of transparent peer-to-peer, point-to-point, point-to-multipoint and multi-drop network topologies.

9XTend Availability

9XTend Development Kits are available the end of August 2004, with production units of 9XTend OEM RF Modules and Plug-and-Play 9XTend RS-232/485 RF Modems available in September. An adapter board has been designed that allows current MaxStream customers to simply swap the new 9XTend modules for other MaxStream modules in their product designs. The XTend Adapter Board will also be available in September.

For more information on these products, or to locate a distributor, contact MaxStream at (801) 765-9885.

About MaxStream, Inc.

MaxStream is the leading worldwide developer of wireless modem networking for electronic devices. MaxStream provides wireless modem modules, stand-alone radio modems, RF design services, and supporting software. Products and services by MaxStream include designing, manufacturing and supporting wireless communications for embedded systems. For more information regarding MaxStream's products and services, contact MaxStream, Inc. at www.maxstream.net, info@maxstream.net or call (801) 765-9885.

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John Crockett

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MaxStream, Inc.

355 South 520 West, Ste 180

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