California Amplifier, Vyyo Eye Specs

Camarillo, Calif.-California Amplifier Inc. and Vyyo Inc. will develop interoperability specifications for modems and transceivers used in multichannel multipoint distribution services and 3.5-gigahertz broadband-wireless-access networks.

Vyyo supplies broadband-wireless-access systems for MMDS and LMDS (local MDS) frequencies to help those businesses sell clients wireless high-speed-data connections. California Amplifier designs and manufactures microwave amplifiers and down converters for satellite-video and terrestrial-broadband applications.

Domestic and international wireless companies already use the two vendors' equipment together.