Powerwave Technologies Introduces Mini Repeater

Reduced component size and low cost operation makes it ideal for extending signal strength for small indoor coverage applications


CANNES, France, and SANTA ANA, Calif., Feb. 16, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Powerwave Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:PWAV), a leading supplier of end-to-end wireless infrastructure solutions, introduced the latest addition to its product line of repeaters, the Mini Repeater, today at 3GSM World Congress, the mobile industry's premier event, taking place in Cannes, France Feb. 14-17.

Extending the distance over which data can travel, and preserving signal integrity by regenerating wireless signals, the Powerwave Mini Repeater for WCDMA 2100 MHz features a robust RF design capable of coexisting/co-locating with both GSM 900 and GSM 1800 systems. The Mini Repeater's discrete, small design and low total cost of ownership, makes it ideal for small indoor coverage applications.

The Mini Repeater features low power output, an external power supply, and adjustable bandwidth ranging from 5 to 15 MHz. Additionally, a remote control unit exists as an option, which enables operators to manage and control the system via various software packages, including Powerwave's NetWay Manager(TM), which provides operators with a common network management platform for the entire Powerwave product line.

``The discrete and compact design of the Powerwave Mini Repeater provides increased levels of flexibility, enabling network operators to design customized solutions that specifically meet the needs of each building or facility," said Ronald J. Buschur, President and Chief Executive Officer, Powerwave Technologies. ``In addition, by combating low signal levels in dense indoor environments, the Mini Repeater offers a cost-effective solution for improving network performance."

The Mini Repeater will be compliant with Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) emission requirements, and later this year, will come outfitted with an in-built service antenna for more cost-effective and discrete installation.

Powerwave Technologies, Inc., is a global supplier of end-to-end wireless solutions for wireless communications networks. Powerwave designs, manufactures and markets antennas, boosters, combiners, filters, repeaters, multi-carrier RF power amplifiers and tower-mounted amplifiers and advanced coverage solutions, all for use in cellular, PCS and 3G networks throughout the world. Corporate headquarters are located at 1801 E. St. Andrew Place, Santa Ana, Calif. 92705. For more information on Powerwave's advanced wireless coverage and capacity solutions, please call (888)-PWR-WAVE (797-9283) or visit our web site at www.powerwave.com. Powerwave, Powerwave Technologies and the Powerwave logo are registered trademarks of Powerwave Technologies, Inc.

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