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Toshiba Announces Availability of SpectraLink's Link 6020 Wireless Telephone for Its Strata CIX IP Communication System; Supports Toshiba's Commitment to Wireless Solutions

Posted on: Wednesday, 17 May 2006, 12:02 CDT

Toshiba America Information Systems Inc., Telecommunication Systems Division (TAIS TSD) today announced the availability of SpectraLink's Link 6020 Wireless Telephone through its Authorized Dealer Network. Compatible with the Link Wireless Telephone System (Link WTS), SpectraLink's new Link 6020 handset integrates with Toshiba's Strata CIX IP Communication system for a complete mobility-enabled voice solution for SMB enterprises. It is available now from Authorized Toshiba dealers nationwide.

"Adding SpectraLink's Link 6020 wireless telephone to the Toshiba/SpectraLink offering gives Authorized Toshiba Dealers and Toshiba customers an ability to further realize a communication system that combines the best of both wired and wireless components expertly configured for their mobility-enabled voice network solution that fits their unique needs," said Brian Metherell, vice president and general manager of Toshiba's Telecommunication Systems Division. "This announcement validates Toshiba's ongoing commitment to wireless solutions with valued partners including SpectraLink, which has been a Toshiba partner for more than three years."

SpectraLink's Link 6020 Wireless Telephone includes several new productivity features:

-- Speakerphone for impromptu conferences

-- Lithium-ion Battery Packs for talk times up to eight hours

-- Added durability by supporting the IP 53 standard for water and dust resistance

-- Lightweight design

-- Large display screen

"We are pleased to continue our alliance with Toshiba, enabling its authorized dealers and customers to garner the benefits of our communications systems," said Jill Kenney, SpectraLink's executive vice president of sales and marketing. "Wireless telephony helps our customers enhance employee mobility, responsiveness and productivity."

About SpectraLink's Link WTS

The Link WTS is a dedicated voice system, providing the highest level of reliability and security with minimal administration and maintenance. It utilizes proprietary spread spectrum radio technology in the unlicensed 902 - 928 MHz band to deliver optimal in-building wireless coverage and excellent interference immunity. Scaling from a handful to thousands of users, the Link WTS is installed in more enterprises in the U.S. than any other wireless system available. Through the Open Application Interface (OAI), the Link WTS provides two-way text messaging and alarm integration for applications such as paging, nurse call, alarm and CRM systems to improve communication throughout an enterprise.

About SpectraLink

SpectraLink, the leader in workplace wireless telephony, delivers the power of mobile voice and messaging applications to businesses worldwide. Seamlessly integrating with VoIP and traditional telephony platforms, SpectraLink's scalable technology provides instant access to people and business-critical information. SpectraLink handsets free on-premises employees to be more accessible, productive and responsive. For more information, visit www.spectralink.com or call 1 800 676 5465.

ABOUT TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TAIS)

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., TAIS is comprised of four business units: Digital Products Division, Imaging Systems Division, Storage Device Division, and Telecommunication Systems Division. Together, these divisions provide mobile products and solutions, including industry leading portable computers; projectors; imaging products for the security, medical and manufacturing markets; storage products for automotive, computer and consumer electronics applications; and telephony equipment and associated applications.

TAIS provides sales, marketing and services for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America, Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation, which is a global leader in high technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems, as well as major infrastructure systems. Toshiba has worldwide sales of over $54 billion and approximately 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. For more information visit the company's Website at www.toshiba.com.

(C) 2006 Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. All product, service and company names are trademarks, registered trademarks or service marks of their respective owners. Information including without limitation product prices, specifications, availability, content of services, and contact information is subject to change without notice.

Source: Business Wire

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