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Gilat Satellite Networks Receives DVB-RCS Compliance Certification from the SatLabs Group |
 Israel,
20 October, 2005: Gilat Satellite Networks, Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILTF)
announced today that its SkyEdge DVB-RCS VSAT has received the
SatLabs Group Certificate of Compliance.
This confirms its fulfillment of
the DVB-RCS standard and ability to interoperate with other DVB-RCS
based satellite equipment. Gilat is the first large FSS VSAT vendor who
has been certified by SatLabs.
Xavier Lobao, Chairman of the SatLabs Group, said "It is an important
phase within the SatLabs Qualification Program to have Gilat, a leading
VSAT provider, prove its commitment to the DVB-RCS standard by
successfully completing our compliance process. One of the key success
factors of DVB-RCS in the market place is its acceptance by the major
VSAT vendors. Thus, Gilat's compliance of the SkyEdge DVB-RCS VSAT is a
move in a positive direction towards the success of DVB-RCS."
Erez Antebi, CEO of Gilat Network Systems, said "We are pleased to have
successfully completed the SatLabs DVB-RCS qualification process. In
addition to complying with the DVB-RCS standard, our SkyEdge DVB-RCS
VSAT also benefits from the longevity of Gilat's experience, unique
established solutions and ability to offer a full array of enhanced
features. The SkyEdge DVB-RCS VSAT is a member of our SkyEdge family of
products, bundling interactive data, broadband IP and carrier-grade
VoIP on the same system."
About Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILTF) is a leading provider of
products and services for satellite-based communications networks. The
Company operates under two business units: (i) Gilat Network Systems
("GNS"), a provider of network systems and associated professional
services to service providers and operators and (ii) Spacenet, a
provider of managed services for businesses and governments through its
Connexstar service brand, for consumers through its StarBand service
brand and for rural communities through Spacenet Rural Communications.
Gilat was founded in 1987 and has shipped over 550,000 Very Small
Aperture Terminals (VSATs) to more than 85 countries across six
continents. Gilat’s headquarters is located in Petah Tikva, Israel. The
Company has 14 local offices and 3 service facilities worldwide. Gilat
markets the SkyEdge ™ Product Family which includes the SkyEdge™ Pro,
SkyEdge™ IP, SkyEdge™ Call, SkyEdge™ DVB-RCS and SkyEdge™ Gateway. In
addition, the Company markets numerous other legacy products.
Visit Gilat at www.gilat.com
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