GERMANTOWN, Md., Oct 26, 2004 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- PCTEL, Inc. (NASDAQ:PCTI), a global leader in simplifying mobility, announced today that its RF Solutions Group introduced a high-performance CDMA2000 1xEV-DO scanning receiver to its popular SeeGull(TM) LX product line. The new SeeGull(TM) LX EV-DO scanner will support CDMA operators worldwide who are transitioning to next generation high-speed wireless data networks.

Cellular operators and network engineers will use the new SeeGull(TM) LX EV-DO scanner to increase the capacity and the quality of networks, while reducing the need for capital expenditures. The SeeGull(TM) LX EV-DO scanning receiver simplifies the installation, commissioning, optimization and maintenance of EV-DO networks by delivering reliable and accurate network performance measurements. These measurements are used to improve network coverage, minimize RF interference and optimize network parameters. PCTEL's SeeGull(TM) LX EV-DO scanning receiver also provides the ability to identify pilot pollution and help network engineers with network troubleshooting and root cause analysis.

"We are very excited about expanding our SeeGull(TM) product line to address the needs of CDMA wireless operators as they move to expand their high speed wireless data services. This evolution introduces many challenges as carriers work to simultaneously meet coverage, capacity and service quality goals for voice and data", commented Larry Swift, General Manager of PCTEL's RF Solutions Group. "Our new EV-DO scanner solution provides accurate, reliable, high-speed, RF measurements that will help network operators minimize infrastructure costs," added Swift.

The SeeGull(TM) LX EV-DO scanning receiver supports single or dual-band operation in the Cellular 800 MHz and PCS 1900 MHz bands and features Top N scanning, RSSI measurements and a built-in spectrum analyzer. The receiver is also designed for use with the SeeGull(TM) LX CDMA2000 1xRTT scanner. Used together these scanners deliver necessary measurements for carriers managing EV-DO overlays that involve hand-off and interoperability between EV-DO and 1XRTT. Pricing for the SeeGull(TM) LX EV-DO Scanning Receiver starts at $14,834.

With a peak rate of 2.4 Mbps, EV-DO supports high-speed wireless data services, such as multi-media, data, video-on-demand, and high-speed broadband internet access. Carriers, including Verizon and Sprint in the U.S., have committed to comprehensive EV-DO rollouts. Network operators in Brazil, Japan, and South Korea have also deployed the new networks.

For more information, visit http://www.pctel.com and click on the RF Solutions Group link, or contact us at: +1 301-515-0036.

About The RF Solutions Group

PCTEL's RF Solutions Group simplifies wireless intelligence to help wireless network providers improve the quality of service for their customers. With easy-to-use, software-defined radio platforms, our tools scan wireless networks to deliver intelligence on interference, power, and other performance-related parameters. Cellular carriers, infrastructure providers, and test and measurement companies incorporate our platforms into their tools and test regimens. PCTEL's RF Solutions Group also provides modified platforms for government, defense, and homeland security applications.

About PCTEL

PCTEL (NASDAQ:PCTI), founded in March 1994, is a global leader in simplifying mobility. PCTEL's Mobility Solutions' software tools simplify installation, roaming, Internet access and billing. PCTEL's RF Solutions' portfolio of OEM receivers and receiver-based products are used to measure and monitor cellular networks. PCTEL's MAXRAD Product Group designs, distributes, and supports innovative antenna solutions that facilitate and simplify wireless communications. PCTEL protects its leadership position with a portfolio of more than 130 analog and broadband communications and wireless patents, issued or pending, including key and essential patents for modem technology. The company's products are sold or licensed to PC manufacturers, PC card and board manufacturers, wireless carriers, wireless ISPs, distributors, wireless test and measurement companies, and system integrators. PCTEL headquarters are located at 8725 West Higgins Road, Suite 400, Chicago, IL 60631. Telephone: +1 773-243-3000. For more information, please visit our web site at: http://www.pctel.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, these forward looking statements include, but are not limited to, the statements regarding the potential benefits to cellular operators and network engineers of using the new SeeGull(TM) LX EV-DO scanner, including the increase in capacity and quality of the networks; simplification of installation, commissioning, optimization and maintenance of the EV-DO networks; reduction of capital expenditures; ability to deliver reliable and accurate network performance measurements resulting in improved network coverage, minimization of RF interference and optimization of network parameters. These statements are based on PCTEL's current expectations and anticipated customer benefits. Product capabilities may differ materially from those projected as a result of certain risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, unanticipated technological problems; potential delays or errors in development of this product and any related services; PCTEL's success at marketing, selling and supporting this product; and PCTEL's ability to forecast customer requirements for these products. The risks and uncertainties in PCTEL's business, including but not limited to those detailed from time to time in PCTEL's Securities and Exchange Commission filings, can affect results. These forward-looking statements are made only as of the date hereof, and PCTEL disclaims any obligation to update or revise the information contained in any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

SOURCE: PCTEL, Inc.

PCTEL, Inc.
John Schoen (COO/CFO), 773-243-3000
or
Jack Seller (Marketing and PR), 773-243-3016
jack.seller@pctel.com
or
Tim Brooks (Marketing, RFSG), 301-444-2048
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