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Additions to Current Family of Solutions Enhance Communications Capabilities to Meet Diverse Public Safety Needs

INDIANAPOLIS, - 12 Aug. 2003 – Motorola (NYSE:MOT) today unveiled the communications industry’s first full suite of Project 25 compliant integrated mobile, portable, voice and data communications solutions at the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials International (APCO) Conference. The conference takes place Aug. 11-14 at the Indiana Convention Center & RCA Dome.

Endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense, Federal Communications Commission, International Association of Chiefs of Police and International Association of Fire Chiefs and used by government and public safety agencies in 49 countries, the Project 25 Standard ensures enhanced functionality of public safety communications equipment and capabilities, as well as effective, efficient and reliable intra-agency and inter-agency communications. The comprehensive Project 25 product suite is part of Motorola’s extensive portfolio of public safety and security solutions for mission-critical integrated communications, information management, regional coordination and incident command.

“Motorola continues to lead the industry in supporting the Project 25 Standard with products and infrastructure designed to help ensure public safety agencies have the ability to effectively communicate in ordinary and extraordinary circumstances,” said Chuck Jackson, Motorola Communications and Electronics, Inc. (MCEI) vice president and director, Motorola North America Group. “We are committed to enhancing our available solutions to meet the industry’s evolving mission-critical communications needs.”

Portfolio Highlights

ASTRO25® LE
Motorola is expanding its Project 25 portfolio with the introduction of the ASTRO 25 LE Digital Trunking solution. Designed for single site or simulcast trunking applications, ASTRO 25 LE brings Project 25 interoperability to smaller towns, cities and counties; and federal government agencies, utilities and other enterprises with wireless communications needs. The ASTRO 25 LE platform operates in the 800 MHz, 700 MHz, UHF and VHF bands and provides a stepping-stone for additional Project 25 system capabilities and configurations.

XTS 5000™ Portable Radios
A high-tier portable radio, the XTS 5000 is specifically designed to meet the mission-critical communications needs of public safety users. Fully operational with ASTRO 25 trunked systems, ASTRO digital or analog trunked systems, as well as digital/analog conventional systems, the XTS 5000 features integrated voice and data functionality and New Smart Battery Technology. In addition, the radio offers the most comprehensive security options available – AES, Type III, IV and Type I encryption for federal users. . Ruggedized versions of the XTS 5000 are available for operation in 700/800 MHz, VHF and 380-470 MHz bands, with 470-512 MHz capability coming in 2004.

XTS 2500™ Portable Radios
A mid-tier portable radio with seamless 700/800 MHz capability, the XTS 2500 can operate on either 3600cc or 9600cc trunking systems. It supports 160 channels and allows users to utilize most XTS 3000™ and MTS 2000™ accessories. In 3600cc operation, the XTS 2500 features Dynamic Regrouping, Private Call, Call Alert/Call List, Telephone Interconnect, Priority Scan and Nuisance Delete capabilities. Future enhancements include the use of Smart Accessory Technology and Software Encryption.

XTS 1500™ Portable Radios
This low-tier portable radio is designed for public service Project 25 users, and is an ideal solution for building, transportation and utility applications. It operates with seamless 700/800 MHz capability in either 3600 analog/digital or 9600 digital signaling capabilities. It is capable of supporting 16 channels and four trunked systems.

XTL 5000™ Digital Mobile Radio
Designed for mission-critical public safety users, the XTL 5000 mobile radio simultaneously supports ASTRO and ASTRO 25 solutions and operates in the 700 MHz/800 MHz, VHF and 380-470 MHz bands. The radio features multiple modes of operation, including ASTRO digital encrypted and analog. Easily upgradeable to future new control heads, the XTL Mobile utilizes Windows-based Customer Programming Software (CPS). Models include dash, remote and motorcycle mounting options.

ASTRO Enhancements
The ASTRO product line has continued to evolve to increase both its interoperability and functionality. Motorola is the first to offer VHF and UHF trunked systems that include simulcast and receiver voting solutions. New features available in 2003 include UHF/VHF trunking, Fireground modem, conventional interconnect and software-based solutions for both the XTS 2500 and XTS 5000.

Motorola has continued to enhance their Project 25 system offerings with Type I encryption for federal applications, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) and Trunked Over-the-Air- Re-Keying (OTAR). The OTAR functionality allows security keys to be changed over the air, eliminating the need to bring radio units back in-house for re-keying. Advanced Digital Privacy (ADP) encryption for 9600 bps systems will also be introduced in 2003.

For complete information on Motorola’s suite of Project 25 communications solutions, visit their booth numbered 923 at the Indiana Convention Center and RCA Dome or Motorola’s website at http://www.motorola.com.

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