The University of Phoenix Stadium (Cardinal) Is Ready for Super Bowl XLIX with full-featured DAS system enabled by Galtronics Antennas
Jan 27, 2015, 08:05 ET
TORONTO, Jan. 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- With the 2015 NFL Super Bowl XLIX rapidly approaching, the distributed antenna system at University of Phoenix Stadium, home of the National Football League's Arizona Cardinals, has been upgraded with antennas from Galtronics Corporation Ltd., a Baylin Technologies (TSX:BYL) company, as part of the preparations for a superior mobile experience.
In preparation for Super Bowl XLIX, Galtronics' antennas were selected for a major upgrade of the University of Phoenix Stadium's DAS. The primary goal of the project was to enable the approximately 72,000 fans that will fill the stadium to use their mobile devices for any purpose and enjoy a high-quality experience, whether during football's most celebrated event; the Cardinals' regular season; or the trade shows and conferences that are hosted at the venue throughout the year.
Galtronics' high-performance antennas were chosen for the stadium DAS upgrade. The rollout included the recently announced narrow-beam EXTENT™ D5777i antenna, the industry's first and only 30 degree/30 degree all-band stadium antenna that is specially designed to allow high sectorization within a venue. This enabled RF engineers to plan and implement a particularly dense network that can seamlessly handle high-capacity communications in University of Phoenix Stadium and provide the best possible wireless experience.
The EXTENT™ D5777i antenna has fast roll-off beams and minimal side lobes. It also covers a particularly broad frequency range of 698-960/1710-2700 MHz, making it an attractive and future-proof choice for wireless network deployments.
"Stadiums and arenas face an enormous challenge with events such as the Super Bowl: the massive amount of data traffic that is being generated demands systems with much higher wireless data capacity," said Ephraim Ulmer, CEO of Galtronics. "We are proud that our innovative, technology-leading DAS antennas, and especially our unique, narrow-beam 30 degree/30 degree antenna, have played a leading role to provide high capacity coverage at University of Phoenix Stadium, making the game an all that much more enjoyable experience for the fans."
Construction of the DAS took place in October of this year. The final touches have been made in recent weeks to include enhanced coverage outside the stadium, with antennas placed on light poles and on the shell of the stadium. The upgrade is now complete and Super Bowl-ready.
"The D5777i (30 degrees/30 degrees) is part of our outstanding high-performance stadium/arena antennas portfolio, including the D5501i (30 degrees/60 degrees) and the D5778i (60 degrees/60 degrees). They are designed to perform to high specifications with the ability to support highest number of sectors at any venue," said Ben Bar, Galtronics Executive VP sales & Marketing.
University of Phoenix Stadium will host Super Bowl XLIX on Feb. 1, with a halftime show featuring entertainer Katy Perry.
About Galtronics
Galtronics Corporation Ltd., a Baylin Technologies (TSX: BYL) Company, is a global company providing innovative antenna and communications solutions of the highest quality and design. Headquartered in Tiberias, Israel, with locations in North America, Europe and the Far East, Galtronics has state-of-the art design centers around the globe as well as world class manufacturing facilities in China and Vietnam. The company offers custom and off-the-shelf antenna solutions from concept and design to production and delivery of products for the world's leading wireless organizations. Since our establishment in 1978, our business has grown into an international platform with operations in North America and Asia. www.galtronics.com
About Baylin Technologies
Headquartered in Toronto, Baylin (TSX: BYL) is a global technology company in the wireless space with 35 years of experience in designing products and supplying innovative antennas. We strive to meet customer needs by being a trusted partner from initial design to production. Our antennas have become industry benchmark with an extensive portfolio of leading edge off-the-shelf antenna products as well as custom engineered solutions to meet the specifications of our customers in the mobile, broadband, and wireless infrastructure markets. www.baylintech.com
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Liron Ramot, Galtronics Marketing
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