Archive for December 17th, 2008

LOWELL, Mass. – December 16, 2008 – Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems, a worldwide leader of critical radio communication systems, today announced that its P7200 portable radios have been accepted by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for deployment on its statewide radio network. The P7200 was tested in OpenSky mode for use on the statewide STARNET network using newly developed software which will significantly increase the functionality of the system for the over 18,000 radios deployed on the network. In addition, the P7200 portable radio also successfully passed the test criteria for use on the OpenSky Vehicular Tactical Network, or V-TAC, which is in use on the STARNET system. Deployment of the radios to all state agencies will begin shortly after January 1, 2009.

ABOUT TYCO ELECTRONICS

Tyco Electronics Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered electronic components, network solutions, undersea telecommunication systems and wireless systems, with 2008 sales of $14.8 billion to customers in more than 150 countries. We design, manufacture and market products for customers in industries from automotive, appliance and aerospace and defense to telecommunications, computers and consumer electronics. With nearly 8,000 engineers and worldwide manufacturing, sales and customer service capabilities, Tyco Electronics’ commitment is our customers’ advantage. More information on Tyco Electronics can be found at http://www.tycoelectronics.com/.

Tyco Electronics Wireless Systems is a leading supplier of critical communications systems and equipment for public safety, utility, federal and select commercial markets. Tyco Electronics Wireless System’s products range from some of the most advanced IP-based voice and data networks, to traditional wireless systems that offer customers the highest levels of reliability, interoperability, scalability and security. More information about Tyco Electronics Wireless System’s solutions can be found on the Web at http://www.tycoelectronics.com.