Pantech Launches the PX-500 Connection Card
Posted: Thu Oct 19, 2006 8:13 am
GREATER MOBILE BROADBAND CONNECTIVITY AVAILABLE TO CONSUMERS WITH LAUNCH OF PANTECH PX-500 CONNECTION CARD
The Pantech PX-500 Among Best Values in Data Cards on the Market
The Pantech PX-500 Among Best Values in Data Cards on the Market
Cypress, Calif. and Seoul, South Korea - Oct. 18, 2006 - Pantech
Wireless, Inc. - the U.S.-based subsidiary of Pantech Group, Korea's
leading mobile phone manufacturer today announced the introduction of
the PX-500 mobile broadband connection card in the U.S.
No longer are those in need of broadband Internet access confined to the
reach of a Wi-fi hotspot or physically tethered to cable lines. The card
is certified to operate on the current Sprint (NYSE:S) Power Vision
NetworkSM and will support higher data speeds for a mobile DSL-like
experience once Sprint makes its advanced mobile broadband services
(EV-DO Rev. A) available beginning later this year. Using the cards with
compatible laptops, the PX-500 gives customers access to the Internet,
including, audio, video and data applications, anywhere the Sprint
network is available.
"The introduction of the PX-500 highlights our commitment to providing
our customers a wide range of mobile technology products at affordable
prices," said, Mike Cost, COO of Pantech Wireless. "The PX-500 is
currently among the best-value data card on the market with the capacity
to deliver wireless access at broadband-like speeds. This is a must-have
tool for anyone on-the-go - traveling executives and busy parents alike
will appreciate the ease-of-use and range of functionality of the data
card."
The mobile broadband solution operates at 3.3V for longer laptop
computer battery and features an embedded dual-band soft flip antenna.
PX-500 features include:
The Internet is Wherever You Are: Access the company network, send and
receive email with or without attachments, access the Internet. The
Pantech PX-500 Sprint Mobile Broadband Connection Card works with the
Sprint Power Vision Network to allow you to do what you want, when you
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Supports Fast Network Data Speeds: Designed to operate on CDMA 1xRTT,
EV-DO Rev. 0 and EV-DO Rev. A networks, the Pantech PX-500 will provide
a mobile DSL-like experience when Sprint launches its EVDO Rev. A
coverage in the future, and will be backwards compatible to 1xRTT and
EV-DO Rev. 0 speeds in areas where Sprint EVDO Rev. A coverage is not
available.
32-Bit CardBus at 3.3V Operation: Draining less power than a 16-Bit
CardBus at 5V (the requirement to support PDA connectivity) and reducing
the frequency of recharging the host computer's battery, the 32-Bit
CardBus on the Pantech PX-500 is optimized for superior laptop
performance and increases productive time in the field.
33 MHz Bus Speed: The fastest available Bus speed for a Type II PC card
enables the most efficient interface between a PC card and a laptop
computer.
High Performance Antenna Specifications: An advanced dual band diversity
antenna system design that incorporates an external flip antenna,
maximizing data speed performance and allowing for stronger network
signal reception. External antenna port included.
Packaged with Sprint PCS Connection ManagerSM software for connectivity
to the Sprint Power Vision Network:
Easy-to-install, easy-to-use software provides a common look and feel
across connectivity products from Sprint. Client and network-based
compression provides increased perceived data throughput for certain
applications and protocols. Signal strength, byte counter, network type
and other connection parameters are displayed on the user interface.
Self-diagnostic tools, an intuitive "Go/Stop" button for network access
and a detailed Help File enhance the user experience.
Pricing and Availability
The Pantech PX-500 is among the best-value data cards on the market, for
a suggested retail price of $199.99 or is available for free with a
two-year subscriber agreement and mail-in-rebate. The card can be
purchased through all Sprint indirect and business sales channels,
online at http://www.sprint.com and in Sprint retail stores.
About Pantech Wireless, Inc.
Pantech Wireless, Inc., a Cypress, Calif. based subsidiary of Pantech &
Curitel and Pantech Co., Ltd., researches, markets and develops wireless
handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America as
part of the Pantech Group. For additional information, visit the PWI
website at http://www.pantechusa.com