SpectraRep to Demonstrate Live Video Datacasting Using Digital Television
First Response homeland security application showcased at Government Video Technology Expo

(Chantilly, VA, December 2, 2002) - SpectraRep, the leader in Digital Television (DTV) data networking solutions, will provide a real-time demonstration of homeland security data multicasting using DTV spectrum at the Government Video Technology Expo 2002 held at the Washington DC Convention Center, December 4 - 5, 2002. SpectraRep will demonstrate a live video Emergency First Response application using mobile computing devices such as a PDA and tablet PC. SpectraRep's solutions - based on next generation digital television technology - offer a wide range of video and data broadcasting services for homeland security applications. This technology can provide local, state and federal agencies with unique capabilities suited to immediately meet the requirements of a range of homeland security and information needs.

SpectraRep will be located in booth #1126 exhibiting with Marshall Communications, a GSA contract holder. SpectraRep will also be demonstrating live video DTV datacasting at SkyStream Networks in booth #1231. The Government Video show will highlight video applications for homeland security.

"SpectraRep will offer a very compelling example of how DTV datacasting and mobile computing technology can be integrated to distribute wireless last mile broadband data and video to widely dispersed locations in the field," states SpectraRep's President, Rick Ducey. Integrated mobile computing solutions provide fast access to critical data, including high-quality video, real-time data and fast transfer of large quantities of data. This information could include blueprints, communications/networking/electrical schematics, and locations of fire suppressant equipment or locations of critical assets. Homeland security applications include security and safety audits, real-time transmission of incident data, and emergency response preparedness training for state and local agencies, military facilities, corporate campuses, public-use facilities, power plants, banks, hospitals, and schools.

SpectraRep's core competencies in the areas of wireless datacasting and IT systems integration offer a unique set of capabilities suited to support an innovative class of homeland security solutions in the following key areas outlined by the National Strategy for Homeland Security:
  • Intelligence and warning
  • Protecting critical infrastructures and key assets
  • Emergency training and preparedness for response

About SpectraRep, Inc… SpectraRep offers wireless broadband distribution utilizing digital television. SpectraRep designs datacasting solutions based on particular customer needs for communication, education, and information distribution. Our expertise in television delivery technologies uniquely positions us to turn customers' communications needs into innovative solutions using the latest digital technologies. For additional information, visit www.spectrarep.com. SpectraRep is a wholly owned subsidiary of BIA Financial Network (www.bia.com), who has a 20-year history with the television industry.

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