Axesstel announces modem for EV-DO, 1X and fax

February 16, 2006

Axesstel announced the MV200 Series Fixed Wireless Broadband Modems. The MV200 Series, including the MV220 (800 MHz), MV230 (1900 MHz) and MV240 (800/1900 MHz), seamlessly combines wireless wide area networking (WWAN), circuit switch cellular voice and analog fax technology to provide wireless broadband data access, voice calling and fax capabilities all in one easy to use, plug-and-play desktop networking device. The modems are anticipated to be available in March.

"Operators are looking for solutions that help them stay competitive, retain customers and grow their subscriber bases. Our new MV200 Series modems enable them to capture business from landline service providers and offer superior quality voice, data and fax services in one easy-to-use device," said Mike Kwon, chief executive officer for Axesstel. "We anticipate these new additions to our growing portfolio of fixed and broadband wireless products will allow us to expand our market penetration worldwide, particularly in Latin America, where we are already seeing strong demand for this product family."

Leveraging CDMA2000 1xEV-DO technology, the MV200 Series modems provide broadband data at speeds up to 2.4 Mbps for high-speed access to email and the Internet. Plug in a traditional landline phone and the modems enable users to make voice calls over the wireless CDMA2000 1X cellular network. Plug in an analog fax machine and users can begin sending and receiving facsimiles.

The MV200 Series modems address the demand from fixed and mobile carriers for a terminal device that enables them to offer enterprise, small office/home office (SOHO), and residential customers a cost-effective alternative to landline voice service and a superior high-speed alternative to dial up, integrated services digital network (ISDN) and digital subscriber line (DSL). An Ethernet connection provides a plug-and-play solution that enables operators to offer quick access to high-speed data and two built-in RJ-11 ports provide easy-to-use voice and fax capability. The dual-band (800/1900 MHz) functionality of the MV240 provides compatibility with networks worldwide.