CalAmp Introduces New Galaxy 900 Point-to-Point Digital Wireless System for Long Distance Backhaul Applications

OXNARD, CA, Aug 17 (MARKET WIRE) --
CalAmp Corp. (NASDAQ: CAMP), a leading provider of wireless products,
services and solutions, today introduced its new Galaxy 900(TM)
point-to-point digital access radio system, which provides wireless
transmission of voice and broadband data traffic over long distances for
backhaul applications in the public safety, industrial and utility
markets.

The Galaxy 900 radio system operates in the licensed 900 MHz (928-960 MHz)
frequency band in North America, enabling the extension of services
further than current analog or higher-frequency digital alternatives. The
licensed 900 MHz spectrum offers inherent advantages for network
connectivity to remote or rural locations. This enables RF signals to be
transmitted over significantly greater distances, requiring less
infrastructure than higher frequency solutions. It offers robust,
spectrum-efficient transmission over distances of 30 miles or more in a
single link, in difficult terrain and other areas where wired
infrastructure may not be available. These advantages result in a lower
upfront investment and reduced recurring operating expenses. Typical
applications include backhaul for private mobile radio, Ethernet
extension and remote monitoring and control applications for utility
networks such as distribution and substation automation or video
monitoring.

"The new Galaxy 900 is a great addition to CalAmp's portfolio of proven
wireless connectivity solutions," commented Rick Nozel, Senior Vice
President of Sales and Marketing for CalAmp's wireless networks business.
"With the Galaxy 900, CalAmp now provides an industrial-grade and secure
broadband wireless backhaul connectivity product, a perfect complement to
our full suite of point-to-multipoint solutions. With our expanding
product portfolio, we can better address the diverse wireless
communication needs of our customers in the utility, industrial and
public safety markets."

About CalAmp Corp.

CalAmp provides wireless communications solutions that enable
anytime/anywhere access to critical data and content. The Company serves
customers in the public safety, industrial monitoring and controls, mobile
resource management, public utilities and direct broadcast satellite
markets. For additional information, please visit www.calamp.com.

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(805) 987-9000

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