MP Antenna, the exclusive developer and manufacturer of advanced Multi-Polarized antennas, today officially introduced a new line of compact permanent mount antennas.

The company’s latest line of antennas provide superior patterning and multi-band performance for fixed or mobile voice and data communications, and are well-suited for a range of applications including public safety communications, wireless broadband systems and smart grid monitoring systems.

Availability:
The following newly released antennas are now available at MP Antenna resellers:

SenComm-N (698-999MHz)
Omni 806-N (806-960MHz)
Omni 740-N (740-870MHz)
Omni 870-N (870-999MHz)
Omni 2.4-N (2-3GHz)
Omni 4.9-N (4.9-4.99GHz)
Omni 5-N (5.15-5.9GHz)
Omni Dual Band-N (2-3GHz, 4.9-5.9GHz)

For a listing of National sales representatives, resellers, and distributors visit http://www.mpantenna.com.

About MP Antenna, Ltd.
MP Antenna, Ltd. (http://www.mpantenna.com) is the exclusive developer and manufacturer of advanced Multi-Polarized antennas. The company’s product line improves signal penetration and connectivity in obstructed areas providing increased data throughput, enhanced voice clarity and multi-path mitigation. All MP Antenna’s products are protected under numerous US patents with many US and foreign patents pending. The company is privately held and headquartered in Elyria, Ohio, USA.

Click Here to visit the Hamvention Website.

Where it all started…

Since 1952 Hamvention® has been sponsored by Dayton Amateur Radio Association (DARA). For many years it has been the world’s largest amateur radio gathering, attracting hams from throughout the globe.

About 1950, John Willig, W8ACE, had asked the Dayton Amateur Radio Association to sponsor a HAM Convention but was turned down. John wanted to have a quality affair. Speakers and prizes would be a drawing point. John finally found a champion in Frank Schwab, W8YCP (W8OK), the newly elected president of the club. A meeting was held and the DARA Board allocated $100 to get started. The first organizational meeting was held in January 1952.

The Southwestern Ohio Ham-vention was born. The first committee consisted of: John Willig, W8ACE, General Chairman Al Dinsmore, W8AUN, Arrangements Bob Siff, W8QDI (K4AMG), Prizes and Exhibits Frank Schwab, W8YCP (W8OK), Publicity Bob Montgomery, W8CUJ, Finance Clem Wolford, W8ENH, Program Ellie Haburton, W8GJP (W4ZVW), Women’s Committee. The next year the name became “Dayton Hamvention®” and was registered as a trademark.

April was determined to be the best time but the Biltmore Hotel, in downtown Dayton was booked. March 22 was the chosen date, causing a short lead time. How far did $100 go? Not far! A 12″ TV was raffled off to help raise funds. The FCC agreed to give license exams and Phil Rand, W1BDM, a pioneer in TVI elimination was on the program. First prize, a Collins 75A2, was purchased locally.

Hoping for 300 visitors, the committee was amazed that over 600 showed up! There were 7 exhibitors and 6 forums. The ladies program was successful with a luncheon at the Biltmore and a trip to a local TV station. In 1955 the Awards Program began with the “Amateur of the Year.” The Flea Market has grown from 200 to more than 2000 spaces. In 1964 the Hamvention® moved to Hara Arena. Shuttle buses and handicapped parking were added in 1969. In 1973 it became a 2 day event with Sundays added in 1974. The program has grown to a “Souvenir Program” and in 1976 the dimensions changed from 6″x 9″ to the current 8-1/2″x11″.

The growth of the Dayton Hamvention® can be attributed to caring, energetic people who enjoy being on a winning team.

Hamvention Hours

***Schedule for forums will be posted on the forums page when completed.***

Friday Activities
8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Outside Exhibits open. Forums and scheduled bus service available (all buses are scheduled to pick up passengers to arrive at HARA by 8 AM). Programs available at all ticket selling points.
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Inside Exhibits open, prizes on display, hourly drawings.

Saturday Activities
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Outside Exhibits open. Bus service available.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Inside Exhibits open, forums, exams, scheduled activities.
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m Hourly prize drawings.

Sunday Activities…
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Outside Exhibits open.
7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Bus service available.
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Inside Exhibits open; prizes on display.
9:00 a.m. – noon. Hourly prize drawings.
9:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Forums and scheduled activities.
1:00 p.m. Prize Drawings: unclaimed hourly prizes followed by main prizes.

MP Antenna develops and manufactures Multi-Polarized antennas that enhance the performance of all wireless deployments. Our single feed, passive antennas transmit and receive signals in all polarizations. The patented 3D designs include built in spatial diversity and create a broad signal pattern that permeates obstructions and improves real world wireless coverage. We have a variety of antenna products offering coverage from 25MHz – 6GHz for numerous different applications and markets.

At IWCE, see an exhibit hall packed with over 330 leading suppliers showcasing the latest products and services in the communications technology marketplace. Touch the most innovative technology that will help you do your job more efficiently and effectively. Connect with colleagues from around the world, and attend an expansive conference program of training, workshops and sessions on specific technologies and applications.

Join the global connection at IWCE 2012, the pre-eminent communications technology systems event for the working world.

From land mobile radio, to wireless mobility… voice, video, data and everything in between… IWCE is the pre-eminent event for education, networking and collaboration in the communications technology marketplace.

For more information visit http://www.iwceexpo.com

This year, more than 80 Hot Product entries were submitted by more than 70 companies for the Hot Products Review. The 2011 Hot Products are:

1. APSSSentinel, Alert Public Safety Solutions Inc.
2. SwitchplusIP Command-Center LT, C4i
3. LongHaul ST 700, Carlson
4. Datron Scout, Datron World Communications
5. VT Dispatch Console, E Technology Systems
6. ATLAS P25 Systems Solutions, EFJohnson Technologies
7. Officer (Citations Software Suite), Gtechna
8. P5500 Portable Radio, Harris Public Safety and Professional Communications
9. SilentPartner, KOVA Corp.
10. Covert License Plate Frame Antenna with UHF, Mobile Mark
11. APX XE Remote Speaker Microphone (RSM), Motorola Solutions
12. MP Mobius-NMO Antenna, MP Antenna Ltd.
13. Pepro Wireless Controlled Pan & Tilt Directional Antenna Mount, Pioneer Energy Products LLC (DBA Pepro LLC)]
14. E-2500 fuel cell system, ReliOn
15. RoboLUM – Covert Street Light Camera, RoboVU LLC
16. iForce, Rockwell Collins
17. Narrowband Booster Limited, Simulcast Solutions LLC
18. Mobile 4.6, Spillman Technologies
19. Next Generation Stancil Logger, Stancil Solutions
20. P25 Dual Band Mobile Radio, Tait Radio Communications
21. Rotation Provider Module in VisiCAD, TriTech Software Systems
22. VPI EMPOWER 911 (version 5.2), Voice Print International
23. Rollervision – focal depth adjustment technology, Xybix Systems Inc.
24. ZONE, Watson Dispatch
25. MAX 9-1-1 Call-Taking System, Zetron

Lisa C. Williams, APCO’s director of events and corporate outreach said, “Hot Products Review
is a huge benefit to the show because it reassures us that organizations are working hard to
improve the quality and foundation of public safety communications and brings added value to
the exhibitors who participate.”

More information on the 2011 Hot Products can be found at http://psc.apcointl.org.

About APCO International
APCO International is the world’s largest organization of public safety communications professionals. It serves the needs of public safety communications practitioners worldwide—and the welfare of the general public as a whole—by providing complete expertise, professional development, technical assistance, advocacy and outreach. www.apcointl.org

The antennas will be used to distribute VHF radio signals in buildings, garages, and tunnels within the highly obstructed environment of the National Capitol Region.  Given the historical significance of the buildings, the application required the antennas be unobtrusive and smaller than usual to be acceptable to building curators.  Despite the small size constraints the antennas had to provide coverage normally only achievable with much larger high gain antennas.

“We are always encouraged when the numerous benefits of MP Antenna’s multi-polarized antenna technology are demonstrated in real world scenarios, but this contract win is special because of the high profile nature of the application,” said Joe Bliss, President of MP Antenna, Ltd.

About MP Antenna, Ltd.

MP Antenna, Ltd. (www.mpantenna.com) is the exclusive developer and manufacturer of advanced Multi-Polarized antennas for non line of sight or highly dynamic wireless applications.  The company’s line of Multi-Polarized antennas improve signal penetration and connectivity in obstructed areas providing increased data throughput, enhanced voice clarity and can extend battery life.  All MP Antenna’s products are protected under numerous US patents with many US and foreign patents pending.  The company is privately held and headquartered in North Ridgeville, Ohio, USA.

These new patents quickly followed MP Antenna’s receipt of two patents awarded in September 2010.  Patent #7,791,555: High Gain Multiple Polarization Antenna Assembly, which is utilized in the company’s line of high gain omni-directional antennas.  And a second patent, #D623,633 for the unique visual design attributes of the company’s Trident antenna.

“In a wireless market saturated by commodity antennas, our growing portfolio of patented technology is positioning MP Antenna as a company with products that are different from all the rest in both superior performance and unique appearance,” noted Joe Bliss, President of MP Antenna, Ltd.  “For years, sophisticated users have recognized the benefit of Multi-Polarized antenna technology which we continue to advance through ongoing research and development.”

About MP Antenna, Ltd.

MP Antenna, Ltd. (www.mpantenna.com) is the exclusive developer and manufacturer of advanced Multi-Polarized antennas for non line of sight or highly dynamic wireless applications.  Multi-Polarized antennas improve signal penetration and connectivity in obstructed areas providing increased data throughput, enhanced voice clarity and extended battery life.  The company’s products are protected under numerous US patents with many US and foreign patents pending.  The company is privately held and headquartered in North Ridgeville, Ohio, USA.

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“MP Antenna joined the UTC and IEEE after successful results with various utility companies who became early adopters of our technology.  Using MP antennas to improve wireless telecommunications, our customers have realized significant capital savings, while achieving a more reliable communications environment.  We realize that by joining the UTC and IEEE we could gain further exposure into new markets including utilities and smart metering.”  Said Brian Gaul, Business Development Manager for MP Antenna.  “In addition, the continued demand and growth of wireless will lead to a propagation of pole attached antennas by wireless service providers, and the superior patterning provided by MP Antenna products will enable utilities to maximize revenues and pole top real estate”

About IEEE: IEEE is the world’s largest professional association dedicated to advancing technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity. IEEE and its members inspire a global community through IEEE’s highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities.

About UTC: The Utilities Telecom Council (UTC) is a global trade association dedicated to creating a favorable business, regulatory, and technological environment for companies that own, manage, or provide critical telecommunications systems in support of their core business. Founded in 1948 to advocate for the allocation of additional radio spectrum for power utilities, UTC has evolved into a dynamic organization that represents electric, gas, and water utilities; natural gas pipelines; critical infrastructure companies; and other industry stakeholders.