Showing posts with label Press Releases. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Press Releases. Show all posts

Friday, June 1, 2012

CellAntenna Corporation Introduces CJAM-JDECK Surgical Jamming System

Coral Springs, FL – CellAntenna Corporation, experts in combating cell phone threats, has introduced its latest product, the CJAM-JDECK Low-Jamming System, for use by customs and immigration departments worldwide to fight illegal activities conducted via cell phones.

The CJAM-JDECK is a low-level jammer that is installed under-the-counter for use in customs and immigration departments.  The jammer is designed to prevent illegal cell phone activity in lines at the airport at customs and immigration points where cell phones are prohibited.  As lengthy lines, illegal immigrants, substances and contraband have become increasingly problematic for customs and immigration officials, CellAntenna has created a product solution.

“Illegal use of cell phones has become an increasing pandemic,” stated CellAntenna Corporation CEO, Howard Melamed.  “The challenge that our customs and immigrations officials face is the amount of time required to enforce prohibited cell phone use.”

CellAntenna’s solution is surgically placed in the area so that it is capable of blocking calls and text messages by those being processed in customs and immigrations, but allows communication by employees and law enforcement.  The system remains idle through a low-power RF signature that affects only cell phones in the immediate area without affecting law enforcement communication.  The jammer only powers on when cell phone use is detected by a text or call being made or received.  The unit is easy and adjustable and is able to notify an agent of prohibted use and the agent is able to immediately jam the cell signal.  The unit has three capabilities: detect-only, detect-jam (jams only when call/text in progress), or full-jam, depending on varying scenarios.

CellAntenna’s proven systems are currently used by U.S. Federal governments and agencies, as well as international customers where jamming is legal.  Cell phone jamming is prohibited for general use in the United States as a result of the 1934 Communications act, which prohibits interference with RF signal.

CellAntenna Corporation offers a complete portfolio of cell phone detection, control and jamming solutions in order to solve cell phone threat management scenarios worldwide.

CellAntenna delivers systems integration with customized solutions according to varying technologies and price-points.

About CellAntenna

CellAntenna Corporation and its affiliate, CA WIRELESS, provide cell phone signal enhancement in buildings and cell phone control solutions for law enforcement. CellAntenna signal booster integration has customers worldwide and specializes in distributed antenna systems. CJAM Cell phone jamming, detection and managed access solutions are used by prisons and other security-sensitive customers. More information available at: http://cellantenna.com.

 

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Cell Phone Jamming Needs To Be Legalized For Local And State Law Enforcement

Contact: Kelly Casey


Corporate Communications Director


CellAntenna Corporation


(954) 510.2219


kcasey@cellantenna.com


 


Cell Phone Jamming Needs To Be Legalized For Local And State Law Enforcement


CEO of CellAntenna cites FCC data that concludes that jamming is not a menace


(May 8, 2012) New Orleans, LA - CEO of CellAntenna Corporation, Howard Melamed, announced today at the CTIA exhibition in New Orleans that cell phone jamming needs to be legalized for state and local law enforcement to prevent criminals from using cell phones for illegal purposes.

According to public data from the FCC (http://www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia/jammer-enforcement), there were only 20 incidences of illegal cell phone jamming enforced under the provisions of the 1934 Communications Act, which allows legal jamming only by the federal government.  None of the FCC citations issued were against any law enforcement agency.  CellAntenna contends that with so few occurrences, jamming appears to be a non-issue or the FCC would take a harsher stance on prosecution.

CellAntenna has urged Congress to introduce legislation that would allow limited use of cell phone jamming equipment by local and state law enforcement and more stringent penalties to members of the public caught illegally acquiring the equipment and using it.  Jamming equipment is able to prevent the use of cell phones by criminals when police activities are ongoing, such as SWAT team operations, inside jails and prisons, and for local and state bomb disposal units.

“The need for cell phone jamming equipment by law enforcement greatly outweighs any threat of public misuse,” stated Melamed.  “Only 20 incidents of jamming were found and prosecuted?  With so few actual citations issued by the FCC for public misuse, there is no reason for the cell phone industry to be afraid of any misuse by local and state law enforcement agencies.”

CellAntenna Corporation has successfully implemented safe and controlled jamming solutions domestically and internationally, including at Cumberland Prison in Maryland as part of a federally sanctioned test by the NTIA.

About CellAntenna

CellAntenna Corporation and affiliate CA WIRELESS provide cell phone signal enhancement in buildings and cell phone control solutions for law enforcement.  CellAntenna signal booster integration has customers worldwide and specializes in distributed antenna systems. CJAM Cell phone jamming, detection and managed access solutions are used by prisons and other security-sensitive customers.  More information available at: http://cellantenna.com.

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Cell Phones Cannot Crash Planes

CELL PHONES CANNOT CRASH AIRPLANES


CellAntenna Says FAA is Wrong


Coral Springs, FL – CellAntenna’s CEO contested that cell phones do not interfere with airplane navigational equipment, and cell phone use during takeoffs and landings cannot crash airplanes.


FAA rules dictate that airlines force passengers to turn off cell phones during takeoffs and landings because of interference problems with navigational equipment. This ruling went into effect when tower operators complained that cell phone use on airplanes was generating havoc on systems, as cell phones contacted more than one tower and caused interference.  Older models of cell phones, like cell bag phones, emitted larger transmissions.  This has been corrected in this century, as cellular carrier software has experienced upgrades and small, low-energy pocket and smart phones have become prevalent. The FAA has not updated its rules to accommodate such cell phone progression.


“It’s ridiculous that Flight Attendants, who are not engineers, and have no knowledge of engineering make-up of planes, tell passengers to turn off their cell phone because it interferes with navigational equipment,” stated Howard Melamed, CEO of CellAntenna.  “It frightens passengers and it is unnecessary. If the FAA was right, and cell phones were dangerous, why would they even allow them on airplanes? There are reasons for keeping a cell phone off before takeoff and landing, which include making sure attention is given to safety procedures and for common courtesy.  However, since it’s almost impossible to make a call above 3500 feet, let alone at cruising altitude, keeping the cell phone on will ultimately only drain battery as it tries to reach a tower with which it cannot communicate”.


Melamed further states that CellAntenna engineers and manufactures cell phone detection equipment that is used by law enforcement on trains, in correctional facilities, and can also be used on planes, but to date no inquiries have ever been received on behalf of an airline or the FAA. “If this were truly the issue, we would know about it. “


About CellAntenna


CellAntenna Corporation and affiliate CA WIRELESS provide cell phone signal enhancement services in buildings and cell phone control solutions for law enforcement.  CellAntenna signal booster integration has customers worldwide and specializes in distributed antenna systems. CJAM Cell phone jamming, detection and managed access solutions are used in prisons and by other security-sensitive customers.  More information available at: http://cellantenna.com.


Contact: Kelly Casey


Corporate Communications Director


CellAntenna Corporation


 954.510.2219


kcasey@cellantenna.com


http://cellantenna.com

Thursday, March 15, 2012

CA Wireless Announces 4G LTE Upgrade Program for Existing Cell Phone Signal Booster Systems

Coral Springs, FL, March 16, 2012 --(PR.com)-- CA Wireless, a division of CellAntenna Corporation, has announced that it has begun implementation of a 4G LTE upgrade program for all existing cell phone signal booster for in-building DAS systems.

The upgrade is a fast, efficient and affordable solution that meets the demands of customers around the world. The 4G LTE upgrade can be integrated into existing in-building (DAS) Digital Antenna Systems.

CA Wireless provides customized engineering solutions in buildings where cell phone service does not exist.

Although private individuals possess cell phones that are outfitted with 4G LTE capabilities, users are rarely able to access the full technology capabilities of the network as a result of non-implementation of technology in rural areas or large buildings. The 4G LTE upgrade provides a custom-engineered solution designed by CA Wireless engineers, who are able to anticipate current and future wireless requirements.

The 4G LTE upgrade results in seamless voice and data communication that delivers timely and accurate information accessible anywhere, enabling increased response time and maximized operational efficiency for businesses and organizations. Additionally, the upgrade provides easier access to security and emergency services in compliance with nationwide public safety codes.

The 4G LTE upgrade is applicable to the following industries: Hotels, Hospitals, Residential High-Rise Construction, Public Safety & Security, Higher Education, and Public and Private Enterprise.

About CA Wireless:
CA Wireless delivers logistical communication solutions through the implementation of cutting-edge RF technology domestically and internationally. The company provides engineered hardware and software solutions for public and private enterprises and organizations. CA Wireless is a division of CellAntenna Corporation, an international systems aggregator with offices in the U.S. and Europe. Users looking for more information on the LTE upgrade can utilize the CA Wireless dedicated toll-free line at (877) 401-1944, or email LTE@cawireless.com. More information is available at http://cawireless.com/index.php?id=lte and http://cellantenna.com

Contact Information:
CellAntenna Corporation
Kelly Casey
954 510 2219
Contact via Email
cellantenna.com

Monday, March 12, 2012

New Zealand Sees Surge in Illegal Cell Phone Jammers

It appears that New Zealand, like the United States, is fighting its share of illegal cell phone jamming devices.

The concern with these illegal devices is their threat to public safety and well-being.  The devices were originally used by military officials, but have made their way into the hands of renegade members of the public.  Besides being an invasion of privacy, the illegal jammers can also disrupt emergency services.

Click here to read the article.

PC World Dedicates Coverage to Cell Phone Jamming

Check out the latest article from PC World with regard to illegal cell phone jamming.  Look for CellAntenna's response to the FCC regarding when cell jamming should be permitted.  It is our opinion that first responders and law enforcement be the ONLY groups permitted to engage in the use of cell jamming in emergency situations.  CellAntenna can provide successful case studies of worldwide implementation of cell jamming solutions in conjunction with law enforcement and correctional facilities.

Click here to read the article.

CellAntenna is a leading worldwide provider of cell boosting and amplification solutions.

Friday, March 9, 2012

Cell Jamming Continues to Trend as Hot Topic

Cell phone jamming has been a hot topic trending on Google this week.  At CellAntenna, we  reiterate our strong stance on cell jamming being illegal to the general public.  However, Dr. Kidder asks valid questions regarding the need for emergency situations and the ability to block cell communication, which is currently illegal.  Our opinion is that first responders and law enforcement should have the ability to block or jam cell communication in times of crisis or natural disaster.

Check out the link here: http://mdi.villagesoup.com/blog/blogpost/guest-commentary-the-shut-up-switch/489961

 

Monday, April 5, 2010

Howard Melamed to Speak at Counter Terror Expo 2010 in U.K.

Critical Issues Surrounding International Mobile Phone Terrorism Discussed by Howard Melamed

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)
WHAT: Howard Melamed, CEO and president of CellAntenna Corporation, will speak at the upcoming Counter Terror Expo 2010 being held on April 14-15 in the U.K. His address is scheduled for Thursday, April 15. The presentation, titled, “Strategy and Tactics Used to Defend against Mobile Phone Terrorism,” will discuss the threat of mobile phones used in terrorist attacks, as well as strategies to combat the issue, including mobile phone jamming, mobile phone signal detection and controlling services.

WHO: Howard Melamed, CEO and president of CellAntenna Corporation, a multinational telecommunications company, is an expert in cellular technology. He has recently appeared on the BBC and has also been on numerous television and radio shows in the U.S. and abroad. He is a frequent speaker at key conferences related to the issue of mobile phone terrorism. With offices in the U.S., U.K. and Poland, CellAntenna specializes in providing mobile phone control, detection and interception systems for security purposes to governments around the world.

WHERE: Counter Terror Expo will be held April 14-15 at National Hall, Olympia, London, U.K. For more information on the conference, please visit http://www.counterterrorexpo.com/.

WHEN: Howard Melamed’s session will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2010, from 12:35-12:55 p.m., GMT, as part of the Information and Communication Systems Workshop scheduled in Theatre 2.

Sunday, February 28, 2010

NTIA Releases Cell Jamming Report

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration has a released a report detailing the results of tests conducted at its Boulder, Colo., lab in December on mobile phone signal jamming equipment. The tests were done as some members of Congress and others push to permit jammers to be allowed to be used in prisons.

The testing, which was done mainly in a radio-anechoic chamber, involved a jammer supplied by CellAntenna Corp. that used both the 800 megahertz cellular and 1900 MHz PCS bands. The equipment operated at a power level of up to 100 watts, and emissions were measured in bands from 100 MHz to 6 gigahertz.

"If jamming were to be performed across the full width of the targeted bands, improved RF output filtering might be needed to reduce the device's out-of-band (OOB) emission levels in the adjacent bands," the report said. "An alternative approach to reducing OOB emissions in the adjacent bands would be to reduce the device's in-band chirp width while using less-effective RF output filtering."

"The device's unwanted emissions are better contained within the cellular and PCS bands when the chirp range is limited to a 2 MHz band segment vs. a full band," the report added. "The diplexer did improve the OOB roll-off in the spectrum immediately adjacent to the jammed bands, although measurable emissions did occur in those bands even with the diplexer installed. Beyond the OOB region of the adjacent bands, and with the exception of one emission near 3000 MHz, installation of the diplexer reduced unwanted spectrum emissions to levels that were below the 100 dB [decibels] dynamic range of the measurement system across the range of 100 MHz to 6 GHz."


The report did not address (1) whether CellAntenna's product was effective at jamming signals, (2) OOB levels for "alternative jammer designs," and (3) "[t]he aggregate radiation level from a jammer installation."

Howard Melamed, CellAntenna's president and chief executive officer, told TRDaily that he was pleased with how his equipment, a high-power device normally used for military purposes, performed.

"What you see from the report is that the unit performed great, but needs to be placed within an engineered solution," he said. "At all times we made sure to point out to the NTIA that the solution to cell phones in prisons is not about a specific product but, rather, an engineered solution. Some of the points they made agreed with us directly. Better filtering ( which we do) reduces the chance of out of band emissions."


He said the same equipment, "configured by our engineers with our own specially designed filters," was used for an NTIA-run test last week at a federal prison in Cumberland, Md. Mr. Melamed called the prison demonstration "an overwhelming success."

"We are proud to have participated in this experiment with the NTIA," he added. "The testing of the equipment has given the NTIA valuable information that they did not have before and now can no doubt supply the right advice to both the Federal Bureau of Prisons and Congress, so that jamming of cell phones can be deployed to keep us safe from criminals behind bars."- Paul Kirby, paul.kirby@wolterskluwer.com

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Strategy and Tactics to Combat the Use of Cell Phones by Terrorists

CellAntenna CEO Howard Melamed Speaks at Fourth Annual Gulf Coast Terrorism Prevention Conference

Aug 20, 2009 – Howard Melamed, President and CEO of CellAntenna Corporation was a keynote speaker today at the Fourth Annual Gulf Coast Terrorism Prevention Conference held in Sarasota Florida and sponsored by the Sarasota Sherriff’s department. His topic was “Strategy and Tactics used to Combat the use of Cell Phones by Terrorists.”

“In today’s world, the use of cell phones by terrorists for triggering of IED’s and for communicating their plans of action, is the terrorist’s weapon of choice,” said Howard Melamed. “We have seen it used in Chechnya, Afghanistan, Israel, Iraq, Indonesia, Spain, United Kingdom and almost everywhere else to create havoc and devastation. Fortunately there are ways to disrupt and thwart the terrorists with the use of specific equipment.”

Melamed in his speech today outlined several methods and techniques that can thwart terrorist activities. This included the use of the CJAM-NF jamming equipment, and the new CJAM- Cell Phone Controller, equipment used to deny and control cell phone access of illegal cell phone use by terrorists and criminals.

CellAntenna Corporation offers cell phone jammer and cell phone control equipment that can block and control the signals sent to cell phones used to detonate improvised exploding devices by terrorists. Bombs detonated by cell phones have become a weapon of choice for terrorists throughout the world.

CellAntenna has been leading the challenge to the existing 1934 Communications Act that prevents First Responders, including bomb squads from acquiring jamming equipment that can prevent terrorists from remote detonating bombs. Howard Melamed has appeared on radio, TV and newspapers around the world and is noted as one of the foremost experts on the topic. He has been a critic of the cellular industry that opposed his efforts to promote the use of jamming equipment in correctional facilities around the country.

About CellAntenna Corporation
Headquartered in Coral Springs, Florida, and offices in the United Kingdom and Poland, CellAntenna Corporation provides packaged, custom, and even rapid deployment cellular repeater systems for residential, commercial, and government use. The company’s new products provide communication during disasters and where signal enhancement is required for saving lives. CellAntenna is involved in the limiting of cellular communication in prisons and in areas of high security. In addition, CellAntenna works on new and innovative applications for its systems and develops new, cutting-edge technologies. For more information, please visit: www.cellantenna.com.

Friday, April 24, 2009

CellAntenna Appoints New Sales Director

CellAntenna Corporation announces that it has appointed John E. Tutten as Sales Director. Tutten brings over twenty years of sales experience to the CellAntenna team. In his new position will oversee sales operations for CellAntenna’s fast-growing operations worldwide. Prior to joining CellAntenna Corporation, Tutten was employed with FreeScale Semidconductor as Sales Director and Motorola as Sales Manager.



“We are very pleased to have John join the CellAntenna team,” said Howard Melamed, President and CEO of CellAntenna Corporation. “This is an exciting time of opportunity for CellAntenna. With John’s expertise in sales and understanding of our products, he will help us to continue to grow our global operations.




Tutten holds a Masters of Business Administration from Nova University and a Bachelors from University of Florida. In his new position, Tutten will oversee the CellAntenna sales force in their sales with government entities and private corporations. Additionally, he will help oversee and manage key accounts of CellAntenna.



“I am very pleased to be joining the CellAntenna team,” said John E. Tutten. “I look forward to increasing CellAntenna’s global presence with their outstanding array of products.”




About CellAntenna Corporation

Headquartered in Coral Springs, Florida, and offices in England and Poland, CellAntenna Corporation (cellantenna.com) provides packaged, custom, and even rapid deployment cellular repeater systems for residential, commercial, and government use. The company’s new products provide communication during disasters and where signal enhancement is required for saving lives. CellAntenna is involved in the limiting of cellular communication in prisons and in areas of high security. In addition, CellAntenna works on new and innovative applications for its systems and develops new, cutting-edge technologies.

Source: News Wire Today

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Press Release: CellAntenna’s Solution for Frustrated Mobile Phone Customers

CellAntenna’s Repeater Solutions Increase Mobile Signal Strength Indoors

Finally Signal in Your Range of Sight!


WARSAW, Poland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--If you own a mobile phone, you’ve probably experienced poor reception indoors. “Can you hear me now?”, “What about now?” sounds familiar? CellAntenna Sp. z o.o., a subsidiary of CellAntenna Corp. is the worldwide provider of solutions that solve mobile communication problems with building repeaters. CellAntenna’s building repeater solutions make it possible to use mobile phones indoors, even in the areas where the outdoor signal is weak. In addition, the amplifiers reduce the overall radiation produced by mobile phones.

CellAntenna’s repeater solutions come in a wide-variety of pre-packaged and custom solutions, all CE tested and approved by Polish Telecommunications Institute. They are compatible with all public frequencies and all cellular service providers. The pre-packaged solutions range up to 5,000 square meters of coverage. For customers seeking solutions that go beyond 5,000 square meters and need multiple-floor distribution, CellAntenna will design and install a custom building repeater system, using the latest fiber optic technology to ensure the best reception in every corner of the indicated area.

“Mobile phones are already a part of everyday life, but unfortunately they often don’t work where and when we need them the most, at home and work,” said CellAntenna CEO, Howard Melamed. “Our building repeater systems solve this problem and make the mobile phone almost as functional as a landline while reducing the radiation they emit.”

The pre-packaged building repeaters are easy to install or can be installed by a CellAntenna partner, a local electrician or a satellite installer. For larger, custom-designed systems, CellAntenna has professionally-trained installers teams located throughout the world.

About CellAntenna

Headquartered in Coral Springs, Florida, and offices in England and Poland, CellAntenna has more than 90,000 customers worldwide. CellAntenna has grown from a prominent Florida based corporation to a firm of international standing. Nowadays, it also cooperates worldwide with governmental institutions, the army and public services providing them the guarantee of perfect communication in case of emergency. This cooperation also concerns jamming of GSM signal. This technology is especially useful to fight organized crime and sophisticated terrorist actions. It is only available for authorized commercial customers.

For more information go to: www.cellantenna.com.

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Press Release: Cellular Carriers Need to Surrender Revenue From Illegal Cell Phones Found in Prisons

Cellular Carriers Need to Surrender Revenue From Illegal Cell Phones Found in Prisons, Says CEO of CellAntenna Corporation


Las Vegas, NV/ April 1, 2009 – At the CTIA exhibition in Las Vegas, attendee Howard Melamed CEO of CellAntenna Corporation, a company that sells solutions for mobile phone signal problems and produces jamming equipment for prisons, is demanding that cell phone service providers surrender to department of correction authorities money earned from illegal cell phones found in prisons. The money would pay for the extra guards and equipment needed to tackle the growing epidemic of inmates using cell phones in prisons. Currently, illegal cell phones smuggled into prisons are the foremost problem facing correctional officials.

“The cellular providers through the CTIA say they sympathize and support law enforcement in their fight against illegal cell phones in prisons but lobby our government to deny law enforcement access to jamming equipment,” said Howard Melamed, President and CEO of CellAntenna. “As long as they oppose providing law enforcement the authority to jam illegal cell phones, they should voluntarily turn over any revenue made from illegal cell phones to them. No one should profit from criminals.”


Under the CellAntenna proposal a correctional facility that finds a cell phone used by an inmate can order the carrier associated with that cell phone to turn over all income earned from the illegal cell phone. Millions of dollars in revenue that the carriers are making would fund the cost of the searches and other less effective equipment that CTIA wants the prison authorities to use.

“Taxpayers need to know that it is costing our state and local governments millions of dollars for our prison authorities to search for cell phones,” continued Melamed. “CTIA representing the cellular service providers is standing in the way of law enforcement officers by denying them access to 100% effective low cost jamming equipment. The least they can do is pay for additional enforcement and security to assist prisons in tracking elusive cell phones.”

CellAntenna’s CJAM equipment is the only known way of jamming cell phone signals in a prison without affecting the surrounding neighborhood and the public safety radios. The company has been leading a nationwide fight to allow state and local law enforcement officials the authority to use cell phone jamming equipment that is currently not allowed under federal law.

About CellAntenna Corporation
Headquartered in Coral Springs, Florida, and offices in England and Poland, CellAntenna Corporation provides packaged, custom, and even rapid deployment cellular repeater systems for residential, commercial and government use. The company’s new products provide communication during disasters and where signal enhancement is required for saving lives. CellAntenna is involved in the limiting of cellular communication in prisons and in areas of high security. In addition, CellAntenna works on new and innovative applications for its systems and develops new, cutting-edge technologies.

For more information, please visit: www.cellantenna.com.

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Media Contact: David E. Johnson, Strategic Vision, LLC
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