SOMA Networks Introduces the FlexMAX™ MS-G100 Subscriber Gateway

(Product News, 21 Apr 2007)

SOMA Networks Inc., a leading provider of Mobile WiMAX technology, has introduced the FlexMAX MS-G100 Gateway, a series of indoor, self-installable wireless broadband gateways based on the 802.16e-2005 standard. Offering all the advantages of standards-based broadband consumer devices, the sleek multi-function subscriber gateways, from the FlexMAX Mobile WiMAX family, use three types of antenna technologies for unrivaled Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) coverage range and greater indoor penetration. With fully integrated voice and fax capabilities, plus multi-megabit broadband access, the MS-G100 Gateway is designed to support both Wave 1 and Wave 2 Mobile WiMAX functionality, offering advanced radio and multi-antenna technology to increase the reach of Mobile WiMAX services and enable carriers to deliver the highest quality broadband-to-the-home experience to their customers.

Leveraging experience gained in commercial broadband wireless and VoIP deployments across the globe, SOMA Networks has combined advanced FlexMAX System technology with the advantages of the Mobile WiMAX standard to deliver optimal performance and superior business case results. The MS-G100 Gateway incorporates 802.16e-2005 technology and chipsets, resulting in the first Mobile WiMAX multi-function gateway to couple industry-leading coverage range and low power consumption, with the processing power to handle advanced wireless technology and multi-service broadband offerings. Featuring increased transmit power of up to 27dBm, this 3dBm to 4dBm increase in power provides a 25 percent, or more, increase in cell radius, which translates into a one third reduction in the number of base stations required.

"We are pleased to introduce an intelligent mobile WiMAX gateway that pushes the parameters of traditional broadband wireless subscriber devices," stated Tom Flak, Chief Marketing Officer, SOMA Networks. "With the advantages of Mobile WiMAX technology and our experience in macro-cellular wireless deployments and carrier-class applications such as VoIP, SOMA can extend the wireless boundaries for carriers, allowing them to reliably expand their service footprint with compelling yet affordable applications. The FlexMAX MS-G100 Gateway will make deploying Mobile WiMAX services easy, cost-effective and pervasive."

The MS-G100 Gateway series is part of the FlexMAX Mobile WiMAX family of mobile station products. The self-provisioning gateway includes options for up to four Ethernet ports and two analog jacks for connecting telephones and fax machines. Dual antennas offer the range and performance of a portable gateway, enabling subscribers to move the device between home and office, or any location within the carrier's coverage area, and receive superior in-building coverage. To access broadband services, subscribers simply connect their various multimedia devices to the mobile station and turn the power on. In turn, service providers can ensure an optimal user experience by using the mobile stations' built-in router to provide multiple, simultaneous services to customers.

MS-G100 functionality includes an intelligent gateway, which enables service providers to offer tiered broadband speeds and POTS quality telephone service options, without the need for professional installation, special wiring, or externally mounted antennas. This means dramatically reduced customer support calls for the service provider and no professional installation costs. The new series of MS-G100 Gateways support a wide range of licensed frequency bands including: 2.3-2.4GHz, 2.5-2.7GHz and 3.3-3.7GHz.

The FlexMAX Mobile WiMAX System is the industry's first fully converged, all-IP multimedia system that delivers a complete turnkey broadband wireless solution including: base stations, mobile station gateways with fully integrated multi-media applications, wirelessly upgradeable software, and optional customer lifecycle installation and support. Leveraging dynamic multi-antenna processing technology including AAS, STC and MIMO, the FlexMAX System provides a single architecture that automatically adapts to rural, suburban, urban or even mixed environments to automatically maximize system throughput.

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