Tekelec Selects Octasic VoP Processors for the SanteraOne Platform

Octasic, a fabless semiconductor vendor delivering innovative voice processing solutions for Voice over Packet (VoP) applications, today announced that Tekelec (Nasdaq: TKLC) has selected Octasic as its echo cancellation provider for the SanteraOne platform. The Octasic OCT6100 Series of echo cancellation devices bring unparalleled voice quality to the Tekelec switching solution through an efficient and feature-rich design.

MONTREAL, Canada (PRWEB) December 11, 2003 --Octasic, a fabless semiconductor vendor delivering innovative voice processing solutions for Voice over Packet (VoP) applications, today announced that Tekelec (Nasdaq: TKLC) has selected Octasic as its echo cancellation provider for the SanteraOne platform. The Octasic OCT6100 Series of echo cancellation devices bring unparalleled voice quality to the Tekelec switching solution through an efficient and feature-rich design.

SanteraOne is a carrier-grade integrated voice and data switching solution delivering key applications such as full-feature IXC tandem, class 4/5, PRI offload, packet/cell switching and voice over broadband (VoB) services on a single platform. SanteraOne has both circuit (TDM) and packet fabrics and supports all of the regulatory requirements of a legacy system (including LNP, CALEA, and E911), enabling a graceful migration from traditional circuit-based networks to next-generation packet-based technology such as ATM, frame relay, and IP.

Dr. San-qi Li, chief technology officer and co-founder of Santera Systems, now a majority-owned subsidiary of Tekelec, commented, Octasics innovative technology and Tekelecs leading-edge voice and data switching platform allow carriers to bridge the gap between traditional and next-generation packet-based networks. The Octasic team works seamlessly with the Tekelec development group, successfully meshing resources and technologies to ensure quick and timely integration of their solutions within our platform. We are pleased with our ongoing relationship with Octasic."

Optimized Processing Engines for Next-Gen Infrastructure

Jon Arnold, program leader, VoIP Equipment, with Frost & Sullivan, said, "We like the flexibility of Octasic's architecture, and its ability to provide the optimal functionality for each customer requirement. Over-provisioned components only add cost, and we can see how Octasic will help Tekelec develop a more competitive offering in a market that is on the verge of a strong growth phase."

Octasics innovative voice processing engines feature uniquely designed capabilities specialized for key VoP requirements. In contrast with general-purpose solutions, Octasic silicon is optimized for specific voice processing requirements. This eliminates bottlenecks to system growth, and substantially increases system performance in terms of cost, power consumption, and density.

About the OCT6100 Series of Echo Cancellation Devices

Each chip in the OCT6100 Series is a complete, easily integrated solution with extremely low power and space requirements. Densities are available in 128, 256, 512, or 672 channels, with 64 or 128 ms tail echo cancellation available for all capacities. The base devices offer standard echo cancellation and VQE features, including high quality noise matching, manual gain control, adaptive level control, acoustic echo control, and G.168 tone detection. Other devices in the series are available with features such as: adaptive noise reduction, advanced tone detection, tone generation, full capacity conferencing, announcement playback, and ADPCM compression.

About Octasic

Founded in 1998, Octasic is a privately held, fabless semiconductor company based in Montreal, Canada. It designs, markets, and supports best-in-class silicon solutions that deliver exceptional voice quality for network equipment providers within the wireless, VoP, and TDM segments of the telecommunications industry. Octasic's innovative approach involves processors that are optimized to perform key voice functions such as echo cancellation, packetization, and compression. These specialized, scalable-density devices allow communications equipment providers to benefit from optimal flexibility, and unmatched performance in terms of density, cost, and power consumption. For more information, please visit www.octasic.com.

About Tekelec

Tekelec is a leading developer of telecommunications signaling and switching solutions, packet-telephony infrastructure, network monitoring technology, and value-added applications. Tekelec's innovative solutions are widely deployed in traditional and next-generation wireline and wireless networks and contact centers worldwide. Corporate headquarters are located in Calabasas, Calif., with research and development facilities and sales offices throughout the world. For more information, please visit www.tekelec.com.
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