MEDIA RELEASE PR37769
Comba Launches Cell-Split Antenna Portfolio
HONG KONG, Jan. 6 /PRNewswire-Asia-AsiaNet/ --
Doubles Wireless Network Capacity Enables Significant Cost Savings for Operators
Comba Telecom Systems Holdings Limited ("Comba" or the "Group", Hong Kong stock code: 2342), a
leading wireless solutions provider, announced today the commercial availability of its new cell-split antenna
portfolio to the global market. Compatible with 2G and UMTS networks, the latest antenna solution from
Comba allows operators to increase its network capacity with minimal incremental base station investment,
thereby offering operators a compelling value proposition for cost savings.
Developed through intense research and development at Comba's R&D facilities, the cell-split antenna
enables higher capacity through flexible high order sectorization (HOS) that optimizes frequency reuse in the
traffic channel. Studies have indicated that through optimized frequency reuse in traffic channels, HOS can
almost double the capacity of GSM and UMTS networks when deployed. Featuring a robust and compact
chassis, the cell-split antennas are designed for maximum flexibility and ease of installation, thus enabling
rapid deployment with small footprint for both new network rollouts and capacity expansion in existing
networks.
For capacity expansion in existing networks, deploying Comba's high gain, cell-split antennas allows
operators a rapid and inexpensive doubling of capacity option, and more importantly to defer adding further
base station sites and the associated site acquisition costs. The cell-split antenna is especially suitable for new
network rollouts since it enables operator maximum flexibility in scalability and network optimization with faster
payback times on BTS site and node B investments.
Ms Carol Ye, Director of Comba's Antenna and Subsystems division said, "We are pleased to bring our
latest antenna featuring cell-split technology to the market. In the current market conditions, operators are
frequently facing the dilemma of minimizing the financial bottom line against addressing demands on network
capacity which traditionally requires significant investment. Comba's high gain, cell-split antennas help
address this issue with an efficient and cost-effective solution."
Ms Ye concluded, "In fact this is a market-proven solution - the cell-split antenna had been undergoing in
trials with a number of operators over the past few months, with positive feedback. We are pleased to say that
we have recently received a significant order for a large number of cell-split antennas from an operator in
India."
Cell-Split Antenna Key Features:
* Models available for the following frequency ranges: 806-960MHz,
824 - 894MHz and 1710 - 2170MHz
* Low-cost coverage and smooth expansion of capacity based on cell-split
technology
* Composed of 4 sub-arrays
* Up to 21dBi gain (depending on frequency range model)
* Complete with mounting accessories for mechanical downtilt
About Comba Telecom Systems Holdings Limited
As one of the leading wireless solution providers in the world, Comba is primarily engaged in the R&D and
manufacturing of wireless enhancement products including repeaters, base station subsystems & antennas,
and wireless transmission & access systems. The Group also provides complete turnkey solutions and
services to its global customers. Headquartered in Hong Kong, Comba's global operations include
manufacturing platform in China, R&D centers in China and the US, with over 40 offices worldwide. In
September 2009, Comba was named "Asia's 200 Best Under A Billion" by Forbes. For further information,
For press enquiries:
Strategic Financial Relations (China) Limited
Ms Arlene Wong
Tel: +852-2864-4899
Email: arlene.wong@sprg.com.hk
Ms Janice Au
Tel: +852-2864-4874
Email: janice.au@sprg.com.hk
Ms Winnie Kwong
Tel: +852-2864-4839
Email: winnie.kwong@sprg.com.hk
Fax: +852-2527-1271
SOURCE: Comba Telecom Systems Holdings Limited
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