KVH Selects ASA Electronics to Distribute Mobile Satellite TV and Internet Systems Nationwide
26 February 2007 - 11:30PM
Business Wire
KVH Industries, Inc., (Nasdaq:KVHI) announced today that ASA
Electronics Corp., an international manufacturer and supplier of
mobile electronics, is now serving as a national distributor for
KVH mobile communication products. ASA Electronics is focused on
bringing KVH�s award-winning TracVision� mobile satellite TV
systems and its new TracNet� 100 mobile Internet receiver with MSN�
TV service to dealers and vehicle manufacturers in the commercial
vehicle, bus, limousine, and conversion van markets. �We are
extremely pleased to have ASA Electronics join KVH as our newest
national distributor,� said Ian Palmer, KVH�s executive vice
president of satellite sales. �The match makes perfect sense when
you consider KVH�s leadership in mobile satellite TV and
communication technology, and ASA�s worldwide reputation for
outstanding distribution of mobile electronics. I believe that
ASA�s aggressive, effective networks and established position in
key markets will enable KVH to effectively pursue significant new
sales opportunities.� ASA Electronics will be focused on the sales
and distribution of KVH�s 12V flagship products: � The TracVision
A7 automotive satellite TV system � The award-winning TracVision A7
uses KVH�s patented hybrid phased-array antenna technology to offer
a 5-inch high, satellite TV system with exclusive in-motion
reception of up to 185 channels of DIRECTV� service including
national networks like ABC, CBS, Fox, and NBC via local TV
affiliates � a first in the mobile entertainment and automotive
industries. � The TracNet 100 mobile Internet system with MSN TV
service � TracNet 100 provides in-motion, high-speed access to MSN
TV Internet services, including MSN Mail, MSN Messenger, web
browsing, Internet radio, and online games, all conveniently
displayed on the video screens and TVs in vehicles. For those users
who depend on applications on laptops or PDAs, the TracNet 100 also
turns a vehicle or vessel into a mobile hotspot thanks to
integrated WiFi that supports multiple users and devices.
Commenting on what the future may bring for the partnership and the
customers, Pat McCullough, ASA Electronics� vice president of
sales, remarked, �KVH and ASA Electronics speak the same language
when it comes to meeting and exceeding the needs of our mobile
customers. We like to think of ourselves as a technology partner as
well as a supplier, and we applaud KVH for their contributions to
mobile satellite technology. This new distribution agreement
enables us to seize a terrific opportunity to bring a comprehensive
electronics solution to those customers who want the next big thing
in live, mobile entertainment.� For additional information about
KVH's award-winning TracVision satellite TV systems, visit
http://www.tracvision.com. Additional details regarding KVH�s
mobile Internet solutions are available online at
http://www.kvh.com/kvhinternet/. Note to editors: High-resolution,
press-ready images of KVH�s TracVision and TracNet systems are
available at http://press.kvh.com for download and editorial use.
About ASA Electronics Corp. Since 1977, ASA Electronics, �The
Mobile Electronics Company,� (www.asaelectronics.com), has been an
international manufacturer and supplier of mobile electronics to
the RV, marine, bus, van, commercial vehicle, heavy duty, and
limousine industries. ASA�s proprietary line of products include:
JENSEN� stereos, speakers, LCD televisions and entertainment
systems, DVD players, and accessories; and Voyager� rear and side
observation systems. About KVH Industries, Inc. Middletown,
RI-based KVH Industries, Inc., is a leading provider of in-motion
satellite TV and communication systems, having designed,
manufactured, and sold more than 100,000 mobile satellite antennas
for applications on boats, RVs, trucks, buses, and automobiles.
Winner of the prestigious General Motors Innovative Design Award, 2
CES Innovation Awards, 22 National Marine Electronics Association
�Best Product� awards, the DAME Award in the Marine Electronics
category, and a finalist for the Automotive News PACE Award, KVH�s
mission is to connect mobile customers with the same digital
television entertainment, communications, and Internet services
that they enjoy in their home and offices. This release may contain
certain forward-looking statements that involve risks and
uncertainties. Forward-looking statements include, for example, the
functionality, characteristics, quality and performance of KVH�s
products and technology; anticipated innovation and product
development; and customer preferences, requirements and
expectations. The actual results could differ. Factors that may
cause such differences include, among others, our dependence on the
availability of third-party satellites, which face significant
operational risks and could fail earlier than their expected useful
lives, for our mobile satellite communication services, as well as
those discussed in KVH�s most recent Form 10-Q filed with the SEC.
KVH assumes no obligation to update its forward-looking statements
to reflect new information or developments. KVH, TracVision, and
TracNet are registered trademarks of KVH Industries, Inc. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
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