option.com

About OPTION

Headquartered in Belgium, Option specializes in wireless IoT solutions enabling Machine to Machine (M2M) communication.
With more than 25 years of experience and many industry firsts, the Company is ideally positioned to offer efficient, reliable and secure IoT solutions across a variety of industries and applications.
Option partners with system integrators, value added resellers, application platform providers, value added distributors and network operators to bring tailor-made solutions to customers around the world.

Option Engineering Services

Option backs its advanced CloudGate IoT solution platform with an extensive engineering consultancy capable of helping you succeed. Our talent and experience have proven extremely effective in helping companies effectively and efficiently develop products.

We work with organizations which seek to leverage our years of specialized wireless communications experience to speed time-to-market, reduce risk and proactively avoid product design and development pitfalls.

Option’s Engineering Services and our in-house and state-of-the-art OptionLab, are here to help you recognize and capitalize on market opportunities. From early stage product feasibility assessments, to final product manufacturing, our Engineering Services can support your full range of needs.

For more information, consult www.engineering.option.com

+ Option in the community

Option supports socio-economic projects both in and outside the company walls. Candidates for support are carefully selected following thorough evaluation of both the ambitions and the technological and innovative qualities of the project.

+ Business Ethics

Option® is mindful of its responsibility to behave in an ethical manner in the course of pursuing its business goals, and the company, including all its subsidiaries, affiliates and/or consolidated holdings, is committed to the following practices:

Investment
We will not invest in any of the following areas:

  • marketing, development or production of nuclear, chemical or biological weapons
  • marketing, development or production of weapons of war or other armaments
  • marketing, development or production of products involving animal fur or animal testing
  • production of strategic parts of weapon systems of any kind
  • marketing, development or production of pornography or products from the sex, hard drugs or tobacco industry

Employment
We will not engage in any of the following activities:

  • use of children under the legal age for employment
  • use of forced, bonded or compulsory labour

Discrimination
We will not discriminate against our employees in any of the following areas:

  • on the grounds of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, political opinion, age or nationality
  • on the grounds of pregnancy or maternity leave

Purchasing
We will put into place checks, controls and procedures to ensure all our suppliers and sub-contractors:

  • have ethical standards that do not compromise any of the above
  • have checks, controls and procedures that ensure their suppliers or sub-contractors do not compromise any of the above

Prevention of Corruption
We will include in our distribution and supply agreements anti-bribery standard clauses. Our employment policies outline measures that can and will be taken in order to prevent corruption. Option®, as a public company and a member of the ETHIBEL Sustainability index, respects the Corporate Governance rules.

+ Environmental responsibility

Throughout its operations, defined as “the sourcing, manufacture and supply of wireless communication products and solutions”, Option® recognizes its environmental responsibilities to its staff, shareholders, customers and the general public. To this end we are committed to a continual improvement in the operating environment of our facilities. We maintain and document an Environmental Management System conforming to: ISO 14001: 1996, and take into account all relevant regulatory and legislative requirements, including those of customers and the local operating environment. Our environmental policy includes the following core principles:
  • communication of our policies both internally and externally
  • commitment to continual improvement in environmental performance
  • taking account of the input of staff, customers, shareholders, government, local authorities, interested third parties and the general public
  • awareness and training on environmental issues so as to create a better environment for all through the reduction, recycling and reuse of waste, optimum usage of resources and elimination of polluting releases into the environment
  • compliance with all applicable regulations and legislation
  • prevention of pollution
  • manufacture in a safe environment of products supplied to customer specifications and requirements
Our management is committed to providing the resources necessary to ensure that the company’s environmental objectives and targets are achieved. Option has done substantial efforts to align customer requests for customization while lowering its ecological footprint. This resulted in our offering of environmentally friendly and highly customizable packaging. If you want to read more on our packaging, click here.

+ Financial calendar

 Financial Calendar 

  Financial Calendar
  Crescent intends to release its financial information in 2022 on the following dates:

Full Year 2021 results and annual report 2021:

Friday April 29, 2022- before market trading

Half year 2022  results & Interim  Financial report:

Friday September 23, 2022  - before market trading

Annual Shareholders Meeting: Tuesday May 31, 2022 - 10h00 CET - Gaston Geenslaan 14, Leuven (Belgium).

  Financiële Agenda
  Crescent heeft de intentie om haar financiële informatie in 2022 op volgende data te publiceren:

Jaarresultaten 2021 en jaarverslag 2021:

vrijdag 29 April, 2022 – voor beurstijd

Half jaar 2022 resultaten en halfjaarlijks financieel verslag:

vrijdag 23 september, 2022  - voor beurstijd

Algemene aandeelhoudersvergadering: dinsdag 31 mei, 2022 - 10u00 CET - Gaston Geenslaan 14, Leuven (België).

 

 

 

+ Financial results

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  • Third Quarter Trading Update 2013 ( UK / NL )
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Financial News 2003 / Financieel Nieuws 2003

 

Financial News 2002 / Financieel Nieuws 2002

+ Statutory accounts

+ Prospectus

GELIJKWAARDIGE INFORMATIEVERSTREKKING

IN HET KADER VAN DE TOELATING TOT VERHANDELING

VAN 1.071.255.834 BIJKOMENDE AANDELEN

(artikel 18, § 2, d) van de Prospectuswet van 16 juni 2006)  

Op grond van artikel 18, §  2, d) van de Wet van 26 juni 2006 op de openbare aanbieding van beleggings­in­stru­menten en de toelating tot de verhandeling op een gereglementeerde markt, wordt de onderstaande gelijkwaardige informatie ter beschikking gesteld :

  1. Verslag van de raad van bestuur aangaande de inbrengen in natura (artikel 602, lid 1 W.Venn.)
  2. Verslag van de commissaris aangaande de inbrengen in natura (artikel 602, lid 1 W.Venn.)
  3. Verslag van de raad van bestuur overeenkomstig artikel 582 van het Wetboek van vennootschappenwaarbij een omstandige verantwoording wordt gegeven van de uitgifteprijs en de financiële gevolgen van de kapitaalverhoging door uitgifte van aandelen beneden de fractiewaarde van de bestaande aandelen.
  4. Verslag van de commissaris van de vennootschap overeenkomstig artikel 582 van het Wetboek van Vennootschappen waarin deze verklaart dat de in het verslag van de raad van bestuur opgenomen financiële en boekhoudkundige gegevens getrouw zijn en voldoende om de algemene vergadering voor te lichten.
  5. Bijkomend bijzonder verslag van de raad van bestuur overeenkomstig artikel 633 van het Wetboek van Vennootschappen.
  6. Fairness opinies inzake waardering Crescent NV (voorheen Option NV) en Crescent Ventures NV (voorheen Crescent NV)
  7. Notulen van de buitengewone algemene vergadering van 22 mei 2018
  8. Gecoördineerde statuten van de Vennootschap per 22 mei 2018
  9. Corporate governance charter van de Vennootschap
  10. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2014
  11. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2015
  12. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2016
  13. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2017
  14. Geconsolideerd Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2018
  15. Geconsolideerd Halfjaarrapport 2018
  16. Gecorrigeerde geconsolideerde Tabellen juni 2018
  17. Gepubliceerde jaarrekeningen van 2018, 2017 en 2016 van de ingebrachte beschreven vennootschappen:
  18. Persberichten sedert 1 januari 2015, incl. trading update Q1 2019 van 20 mei 2019

 

 

 

GELIJKWAARDIGE INFORMATIEVERSTREKKING

IN HET KADER VAN DE TOELATING TOT VERHANDELING

VAN 116.464.000  BIJKOMENDE AANDELEN - 27 juni 2017

(artikel 18, § 2, d) van de Prospectuswet van 16 juni 2006)

 

Bijlage A - Bijzonder verslag van de raad van bestuur overeenkomstig artikel 602 van het wetboek van vennootschappen

Bijlage B - Verslag van de commissaris overeenkomstig artikel 602 van het wetboek van vennootschappen

Bijlage B2 - Brief Deloitte Correctie Inbreng in natura

Bijlage C - Akte kapitaalverhoging

Bijlage D - Coördinatie statuten Option NV

Bijlage E - Corporate Governance Charter Option NV

Bijlage F - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2013

Bijlage G - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2014

Bijlage H - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2015

Bijlage I -  Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2016

Bijlage J – Halfjaarcijfers 2016

Bijlage K - Persberichten

 

 

GELIJKWAARDIGE INFORMATIEVERSTREKKING

IN HET KADER VAN DE TOELATING TOT VERHANDELING

VAN 82.677.545 BIJKOMENDE AANDELEN

(artikel 18, § 2, d) van de Prospectuswet van 16 juni 2006)

 

Bijlage A - Bijzonder verslag van de raad van bestuur overeenkomstig artikel 602 van het wetboek van vennootschappen

Bijlage B - Verslag van de commissaris overeenkomstig artikel 602 van het wetboek van vennootschappen

Bijlage C - Akte kapitaalverhoging

Bijlage D - Coördinatie statuten Option NV

Bijlage E - Corporate Governance Charter Option NV

Bijlage F - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2013

Bijlage G - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2014

Bijlage H - Jaarverslag en jaarrekening 2015

Bijlage I -  Halfjaarcijfers 2016

Bijlage J – Jaarcijfers 2016

Bijlage K - Persberichten

+ Capital structure NL

KAPITAALSTRUCTUUR CRESCENT NV

(1) BASISGEGEVENS
(a) Totaal maatschappelijk kapitaal   EUR 11.995.923,06
(b) Totaal aantal stemrechtverlenende effecten   1.697.689.345
(c) Totaal aantal stemrechten (= de noemer)   1.697.689.345
     
Aandeelhouder (>3%)   %
(A) Eric Van Zele/Van Zele Holding   28,5%
(B) Alychlo/Marc Coucke/Mylecke   11,8%
(C) Jan Callewaert   7,8%
(D) Danlaw   6,1%

Laatste update: november 2021

 

+ Capital structure UK

CAPITAL STRUCTURE CRESCENT NV

(1) BASIC DATA
(a) Total share capital EUR 11,995,923.06 
(b) Total number of voting securities 1,697,689,345
(c) Total number of voting rights (= the denominator) 1,697,689,345
   
Shareholder (>3%) %
(A) Eric Van Zele/Van Zele Holding 28.5%  
(B) Alychlo/Marc Coucke/Mylecke 11.8%
(C) Jan Callewaert 7.8%
(D) Danlaw 6.1%

Last update:  November  2021

 

+ Transparency filing

Transparency filing

In accordance with the requirements of the current legislation on the disclosure of major participations in issuers of which shares are admitted to trading on a ‘regulated market’, are any natural or legal person who, directly or indirectly, acquire or resign shares or other voting granting financial instruments of the company, whether or not they represent capital, compulsory by the law applicable at that time, are obliged to inform both the Company and  the FSMA of the number of financial instruments owned as well as the percentage of existing voting rights whenever the voting rights are attached to these financial instruments reach a first time three percent (3%) and then five percent (5%) or a multiple of five percent (5%), exceed or fall below such percentage. The involved shareholders must comply with the statutory requirements and regulations in this regard.

 

Overeenkomstig de voorschriften van de vigerende wetgeving inzake de`openbaarmaking van belangrijke deelnemingen in emittenten waarvan aandelen zijn toegelaten tot de verhandeling op een gereglementeerde markt', is elke natuurlijke of rechtspersoon die, rechtstreeks of onrechtstreeks, aandelen of andere stemrecht verlenende financiële instrumenten van de vennootschap, die al dan niet het kapitaal vertegenwoordigen, verwerft of afstaat, verplicht in de omstandigheden voorzien door de op dat ogenblik toepasselijke wetgeving, zowel de vennootschap als de FSMA kennis te geven van het aantal financiële instrumenten dat hij bezit, alsook het percentage van de bestaande stemrechten, telkens wanneer de stemrechten verbonden aan deze financiële instrumenten een eerste maal drie procent (3%) en vervolgens vijf procent (5%) of een veelvoud van vijf procent (5%) bereiken, overschrijden of beneden zulk percentage zakken. De betrokken aandeelhouders dienen zich te conformeren naar de wettelijke voorschriften ter zake.

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For information dated afterto May 22 2018 - please refer to www.crescent-ventures.com

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+ Shareholders’ meetings

Shareholders’ meeting 

Ordinary General Meeting - 31 May 2021

 

Extraordinary General Meeting - 31 March 2021

 

Ordinary General Meeting - 29 May 2020

Extraordinary General Meeting - 20 December 2019

 

Ordinary General Meeting - 20 June 2019

Extraordinary General Meeting - 20 June 2019

Ordinary General Meeting - 15 June 2018

Extraordinary General Meeting - 22 May 2018

 

Ordinary General Meeting – 31 May 2018

Extraordinary General Meeting - 2 May 2018

 

Extraordinary General Meeting - 30 June 2017

Ordinary General Meeting – 30 June 2017

 Extraordinary General Meeting - 12 June 2017

PREVIOUS Shareholder's meetings

Ordinary General Meeting – 31 May 2016

  • Extraordinary General Meeting - 8 January 2016
  • Extraordinary & Ordinary General Meeting - 30 April 2012
    • Agenda Extraordinary & Ordinary General Meeting  (UK / NL)

+ By-laws

+ Press releases

IDF, San Francisco, USA – August 19, 2008 – Option N.V. (EURONEXT Brussels: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that its embedded wireless modules and Linux-based connection management software have been selected by Compal Electronics (Taiwan: 2324.tw) to provide HSPA 3G connectivity to a new range of Mobile Internet Devices (MIDs). The Compal Group is the world’s second largest original device manufacturer (ODM) - a specialist manufacturer of products on behalf of major brands. The company has a market capitalization of 4 billion US dollar.

“The multi-year agreement represents a key milestone in our initiative to become the leading supplier of 3G wireless broadband connectivity in the emerging market for MIDs,” said Jan Callewaert, CEO Option. “In less than a year, our acquisition of part of the former BenQ/Siemens Mobile R&D resources and our collaboration with Intel have made Option an important partner for ODMs and OEMs within the MID ecosystem.”

Independent analysts forecast that demand for always-connected Mobile Internet Devices could reach 90 million units a year by 2012.

The first Compal product is an MID with integrated multimedia player and retractable keyboard which offers anywhere, anytime access to the internet and popular web-based services such as email, instant messaging and social networks. The device incorporates GPS to enable it to take advantage of innovative location based services and applications. The new MID also includes GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux: connection management software specially developed by Option for Mobile Internet Devices based on the Intel® Centrino® Atom™ processor technology. Option is currently working with Compal to secure certification and operator validation for this device in multiple markets.

Based on Option’s ultra-compact GTM501 wireless module, a Developers Kit has been assembled to enable ODMs to develop 3G connectivity solutions for their mobile internet devices and other portable consumer electronic devices. The Developers Kit is already shipping to ODMs and OEMs. With the GTM501, the GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux and the Developers Kit, Option clearly demonstrates that it is ready to contribute to the success of the new MID category.

Compal’s new MID will feature on the Option booth (N° 412) at IDF, the Intel Developer Forum, in San Francisco (August 19-21) where Option will also be demonstrating GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux and its new GTM501 Developers Kit.

 

High resolution pictures of the Compal MID are available at:

www.option.com/mid/compal

IDF, San Francisco, USA – 19 augustus 2008 – Option N.V. (EURONEXT Brussel: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, kondigde vandaag aan dat zijn nieuwe draadloze inbouwmodules en de Linux-software voor connection management geselecteerd zijn door Compal Electronics (Taiwan: 2324.tw) om de 3G-connectiviteit met HSPA te voorzien voor een nieuwe reeks Mobile Internet Devices (MID’s). Compal is de op één na grootste Original Device Manufacturer (ODM) ter wereld en is gespecialiseerd in de vervaardiging van producten voor grote merken. Het bedrijf heeft een marktkapitalisatie van 4 miljard US dollar.

“Deze meerjarenovereenkomst betekent een belangrijke mijlpaal in onze plannen om de toonaangevende leverancier te worden van 3G draadloze breedbandconnectiviteit in de groeimarkt voor MID’s”, zegt Jan Callewaert, CEO Option. “In minder dan een jaar hebben onze overname van een gedeelte van het vroegere BenQ/Siemens Mobile R&D enerzijds en onze samenwerking met Intel anderzijds ertoe geleid dat Option een belangrijke partner is geworden voor ODM’s en OEM’s die actief zijn in deze MID-markt.”

Onafhankelijke analisten voorspellen dat de vraag naar MID’s met een permanente internetverbinding zou kunnen oplopen tot 90 miljoen toestellen tegen 2012.

Het eerste product van Compal is een MID met een geïntegreerde multimedia player en uitschuifbaar toetsenbord dat eender waar en wanneer toegang verleent tot het internet en populaire internetdiensten zoals e-mail, instant messaging en sociale netwerken. Het toestel heeft een geïntegreerd gps-systeem waardoor het gebruik kan maken van innovatieve locatiegebaseerde diensten en toepassingen. Deze nieuwe MID bevat ook de GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux: connection management software die speciaal ontwikkeld is door Option voor MID’s gebaseerd op de Intel® Centrino® Atom™ processortechnologie. Option werkt momenteel samen met Compal om de certificatie en operatorvalidatie voor dit toestel in diverse markten te verzekeren.

Op basis van Option’s ultracompacte GTM501 draadloze module is een Developers Kit samengesteld om ODM’s de mogelijkheid te bieden 3G connectiviteitsoplossingen te ontwikkelen voor hun MID’s en andere draagbare consumentenelektronica. Deze Developers Kit wordt momenteel al verstuurd naar ODM’s en OEM’s. Met de GTM501, de GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux en de Developers Kit toont Option duidelijk dat het klaar is om mee te bouwen aan het succes van de nieuwe MID-categorie.

Compal’s nieuwe MID zal te zien zijn op de Option stand (Nr. 412) tijdens het IDF, Intel Developer Forum, in San Francisco van 19 tot 21 augustus. Daar zal Option ook GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux en de nieuwe GTM501 Developers Kit voorstellen.

 

Foto’s in hoge resolutie van de Compal MID zijn beschikbaar op: www.option.com/mid/compal

Leuven, Belgium – July 11, 2008 – Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that although the Company had its highest ever quarterly volume of units shipped, pre-audited preliminary revenues for the second quarter of fiscal year 2008 will be in the range EUR 60-62 million. These revenues combined with EUR 77 million for the first quarter 2008 will generate half year revenue in the range of EUR 137-139 million which is approximately 9% less than the first half year 2007. As a result, the company expects EBIT for the first six months to be negative. The Company had not previously provided guidance for the quarter or the first half of the year.

During the quarter a number of factors affected the indicated revenue and EBIT. The two key issues were continuing price pressure from Asian competitors in Europe and a reduction in sales to two customers versus their preliminary forecasts to the Company.

Option had stated that the second quarter of 2008 would prove difficult as it continued to transition its organization for its rapidly changing market and had to rely on existing products. The company continues to push aggressively through this period of transition identifying cost savings and employing efficiencies to position it for sustainable and profitable growth in 2009.

Option believes that it is well positioned for the second half of the year due to:

-tOption’s balance sheet at the close of Q2 remained strong with more than EUR 30 million in cash, no debt and improved accounts receivable levels

-tA major contract with a MID device manufacturer is on schedule for a Q3 announcement, confirming the value of the investment Option continues to make in this market

-tThe developments with Qualcomm and Intel on embedded modules for the next generation of devices continue to progress well

-tThe company continues to invest into new and ongoing development projects, including software solutions for Linux users for laptops and MID devices, that create differentiation from competitors

-tA number of new products to be launched in Q3 are on schedule and should provide material revenue and higher ASPs in Q4 2008

-tAs stated previously, volume shipments continue to increase quarter on quarter with wireless USB devices accounting for more than 70% of volumes, and prices are beginning to stabilize

-tRevenue generating headcount has been broadened with a new VP North America and strengthened staff, enhanced capabilities in Australia and the South Pacific, and a new VP Distribution which will give access to numerous new and emerging markets without the need for dedicated staff.

Audited figures for the second quarter and the first half of 2008 will be published on July 24th 2008.

Investor Relations Contact

JP Ziegler,

CFO

Tel +32 (0)16 317 411,

E-mail: investor@option.com

Leuven, België – 11 juli 2008 – Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), specialist in draadloze communicatie, heeft vandaag bekendgemaakt dat – alhoewel het bedrijf op kwartaalbasis een record aantal leveringen van producten realiseerde – de voorlopige, niet-geauditeerde omzet voor het tweede kwartaal 2008 tussen 60 en 62 miljoen euro zal liggen. Samen met de 77 miljoen euro uit het eerste kwartaal 2008 komt dit neer op een omzet over het eerste halfjaar tussen de 137 en 139 miljoen euro, wat ongeveer 9 % lager is dan in het eerste halfjaar van 2007. Het bedrijf verwacht dat hierdoor de EBIT over de eerste zes maanden negatief wordt. Voor dit kwartaal en voor het eerste halfjaar waren eerder geen vooruitzichten bekendgemaakt.

Tijdens dit kwartaal beïnvloedden een aantal factoren de omzet en EBIT. De twee belangrijkste elementen waren de aanhoudende prijsdruk van Aziatische concurrenten op de Europese markt en lagere verkoopcijfers bij twee klanten in vergelijking tot de vooruitzichten die ze aan Option gaven.

Option stelde eerder dat 2008 een moeilijk jaar zou worden omdat het bezig is haar organisatie om te vormen in lijn met de snel evoluerende markt en moest rekenen op bestaande producten. Het bedrijf gaat met de nodige vastberadenheid door deze transitieperiode door verdere kostenbesparingen te identificeren en een verhoogde efficiëntie binnen de organisatie na te streven, om zich zo op te maken voor aanhoudende en winstgevende groei in 2009.

Option gelooft dat het bedrijf sterk staat voor het tweede halfjaar omwille van volgende factoren:

- Aan het einde van het tweede kwartaal blijft de balans sterk, met ruim 30 miljoen euro cash, geen schulden en verbeterde niveaus van de handelsvorderingen

- Een belangrijk contract met een producent van MID’s (Mobile Internet Devices) zit op schema om aangekondigd te worden in het derde kwartaal. Dit bevestigt de waarde van de investeringen die Option in deze markt aan het doen is

-Ontwikkelingen met Qualcomm en Intel voor nieuwe inbouwmodules voor de volgende generatie van producten verlopen vlot

- Het bedrijf blijft investeren in nieuwe en lopende projecten, zoals software-oplossingen voor Linux-gebruikers voor laptops en MID’s, die voor differentiatie t.o.v. de concurrentie moeten zorgen

- Een aantal nieuwe producten in de pijplijn zullen zoals gepland in het derde kwartaal gelanceerd worden en zouden moeten zorgen voor een substantiële omzet en hogere ASP’s in het vierde kwartaal van 2008

- Zoals reeds eerder aangegeven blijven de volumeleveringen groeien kwartaal na kwartaal waarbij de draadloze USB producten meer dan 70% van de volumes uitmaken en waarbij de prijzen beginnen te stabiliseren

- Option heeft haar personeelsbestand dat verantwoordelijk is om omzet te genereren, uitgebreid met een nieuwe Vice President Noord-Amerika en extra mankracht, een ruimere aanwezigheid in Australië en Zuid Azië, en tot slot een nieuwe Vice President Distributie, waardoor er toegang verkregen kan worden tot talrijke nieuwe en groeiende markten via distributiepartners en niet via eigen personeel.

Geauditeerde cijfers voor het tweede kwartaal en het eerste halfjaar 2008 zullen bekendgemaakt worden op 24 juli 2008.

Contact voor Investor Relations

JP Ziegler,

CFO

Tel +32 (0)16 317 411,

E-mail: investor@option.com

LEUVEN, Belgium – July 2 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that Mr. Olivier Lefebvre and Mr. Patrick De Smedt have been nominated to join its Board of Directors. Final appointment of the new directors will be subject to vote at the Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on July 29, 2008. Both will act as independent Board members, expanding the Option Board of Directors to eight members.

Olivier Lefebvre — rich experience in financial and capital markets

Mr. Olivier Lefebvre, 50, was, until recently, member of the NYSE Euronext Inc. management committee, member of Euronext N.V management committee and CEO of the Brussels Stock Exchange. Prior to that, he was advisor and Chief of Staff to the Belgian Minister of Finance, in charge of the reform of the Belgian financial markets. Mr. Lefebvre holds an MBA from Cornell University and a PHD in economics from the Université Catholique de Louvain (UCL). In addition, he is one of the founding members of the Belgian Corporate Governance Committee.

Patrick De Smedt — thorough knowledge of the EMEA high-tech market

Mr. Patrick De Smedt, 53, has built up vast experience in the high-tech industry during his more than 23 years with Microsoft. He has been Chairman of Microsoft EMEA since 2003, supporting Microsoft EMEA’s CEO in refining strategic directions and initiatives in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Prior to that, he held several Vice President positions at Microsoft EMEA covering sales, marketing, business development, services for enterprise customers and the relationships with enterprise partners. Before joining Microsoft in 1983, Mr. De Smedt was a software manager for Altos Computer Systems and was responsible for the acquisition and support of software products on Altos hardware for the European market. He started his career at Tymshare as project leader for the Benelux region. He received a Commercial Engineering degree from the Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (KUL) where he is Honorary Fellow.

Valued strategic insight in the financial and high-tech sectors

Jan Callewaert, CEO Option, comments on the nomination: “Both Patrick and Olivier boast impressive track records in their areas of expertise. Patrick has acquired a tremendous amount of strategic insight into the high-tech industry during his career at Microsoft. Olivier is an authority in the Belgian and European financial and capital markets. Their expertise will be a valued asset for our Board, enabling us to further strengthen our market position in our very dynamic industry.”

Current Option Board members

Currently, Option’s Board of Directors has six members:

• Jan Callewaert, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Option

• Arnoud De Meyer, Professor of Management Studies at Cambridge University, Director of the Judge Business School and Professional Fellow of Jesus College

• Philip Vermeulen, Advisor and Director of various companies active in information technology

• Lawrence Levy, Senior Counsel at Brown Rudnick Berlack Israels LLP

• Jan Loeber, Chairman of the Board of Newfound Communications Inc., he previously had leadership positions at a number of companies such as Nokia, AT&T and ITT Europe

• David A. Hytha, wireless executive and entrepreneur after a career of leadership roles with leading companies in the mobile communications industry. He is also a Venture Partner at Sofinnova Partners, one of Europe’s leading venture capital firms

LEUVEN, België – 2 juli 2008 – Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), specialist in draadloze communicatie, kondigde vandaag aan dat Olivier Lefebvre en Patrick De Smedt werden genomineerd om tot de Raad van Bestuur toe te treden. Over hun uiteindelijke benoeming wordt gestemd tijdens de Buitengewone Algemene Aandeelhoudersvergadering van 29 juli 2008. Beide heren zullen optreden als onafhankelijke bestuurders. De Raad van Bestuur breidt daarmee uit tot acht leden.

Olivier Lefebvre — rijke ervaring in financiële en kapitaalmarkten

Olivier Lefebvre (50) was tot voor kort lid van het managementcomité van NYSE Euronext Inc., lid van het managementcomité van Euronext N.V. en CEO van de Beurs van Brussel. Daarvoor was hij adviseur en kabinetschef van de Belgische minister van Financiën. In die functie was hij onder meer nauw betrokken bij de hervorming van de Belgische financiële markten. Olivier Lefebvre behaalde een Master in Business Administration aan Cornell University en een doctoraat in de economie aan de Université Catholique de Louvain (UCL). Daarenboven is hij stichtend lid van het Belgische Corporate Governance Comité.

Patrick De Smedt — grondige kennis over hightechmarkten

Patrick De Smedt (53) was meer dan 23 jaar actief bij Microsoft en verwierf er een grondige kennis over de hightechindustrie. Sinds 2003 was hij voorzitter van Microsoft EMEA. In die functie ondersteunde hij de CEO bij het uitstippelen van de strategische koers voor Europa, het Midden-Oosten en Afrika. Daarvoor bekleedde hij verschillende Vice President-functies binnen Microsoft EMEA, onder meer voor verkoop, marketing, business development, diensten voor bedrijfsklanten en partnerrelaties. Voor hij in 1983 aan de slag ging bij Microsoft was Patrick De Smedt softwaremanager bij Altos Computer Systems. Hij was er verantwoordelijk voor de acquisitie en de ondersteuning van softwareproducten op Altos-hardware voor de Europese markt. Hij begon zijn carrière bij Tymshare als projectleider voor de Benelux. Hij behaalde zijn diploma handelsingenieur aan de Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (KUL), waar hij ook Honorary Fellow is.

Waardevol strategisch inzicht in finance en hightech

Jan Callewaert, CEO van Option: “Zowel Patrick als Olivier hebben al een indrukwekkende carrière achter de rug. Patrick verwierf bij Microsoft een enorm strategisch inzicht in de hightechindustrie. Olivier staat bekend als een echte autoriteit in de Belgische en Europese financiële en kapitaalmarkten. Hun expertise betekent een enorme toegevoegde waarde voor onze Raad van Bestuur en zal ons zeker helpen om onze marktpositie in een snel evoluerende sector verder te versterken.”

Huidige bestuursleden van Option

Momenteel telt de Raad van Bestuur zes leden:

• Jan Callewaert, oprichter en voorzitter van de Raad van Bestuur.

• Arnoud De Meyer, professor Management Studies aan Cambridge University, directeur van de Judge Business School en Professional Fellow van het Jesus College.

• Philip Vermeulen, adviseur en bestuurder bij verschillende bedrijven in de ICT-sector.

• Lawrence Levy, Senior Counsel bij Brown Rudnick Berlack Israels LLP.

• Jan Loeber, voorzitter van de Raad van Bestuur van Newfound Communications Inc. Daarvoor bekleedde hij onder meer leidinggevende functies bij Nokia, AT&T en ITT Europe.

• David A. Hytha, ervaren manager en ondernemer in de sector van mobiele telecommunicatie. Hij is ook partner bij Sofinnova Partners, een van de toonaangevende bedrijven in Europa op het vlak van risicokapitaal.

GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux brings Mobile Internet Devices closer to market acceptance

LEUVEN, Belgium – June 5 2008 — Option, the wireless technology company, announced its GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux — the connection management software for Mobile Internet Devices (MIDs) based on the Intel® Centrino® Atom™ processor technology. The software is written for Moblin-based Linux operating systems, an OS choice well-suited for MIDs. GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux is expected to quickly become the essential connectivity solution for the rapidly developing MID market. It is a connection management software specifically developed for MIDs, the new range of devices that enables users to access the rich Internet in its entirety, virtually anytime, anywhere.

Laura Papero, Vice President Marketing at Option: “The addition of this new Linux software significantly enhances Option’s portfolio of connectivity products and enables us to deliver solutions for all major operating systems. In addition, it strengthens our customer value proposition in a particularly exciting new market segment – mobile internet devices.”

“Today’s Mobile Internet Devices are using a range of wireless technologies – 3G, Bluetooth, WiFi, WiMAX – to deliver the best Internet experience in pocketable devices,” said Pankaj Kedia, Director of Global Ecosystem Programs in Intel Corporation’s Ultra Mobility Group. “Intel® Centrino® Atom™ processor technology based MIDs, combined with Option’s GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux solution, will make it easier for our customers to seamlessly switch across wireless technologies and deliver a compelling user experience.”

Establishing the Linux market standard

Option’s new GlobeTrotter Connect software for Linux is based on Moblin, which is focused on encouraging the open source community to develop new Linux-based technologies such as browsers, media players and Internet connection managers for MIDs. Linux is the operating system of choice for MIDs because of its small footprint, fast responsiveness, ease of customization, and low cost.

 

Supporting all mobile connections

GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux will support 3G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and, later, WiMax technologies. Option is currently partnering with system manufacturers to demonstrate the capability of its software, and anticipates commercial availability of the solution in the second half of 2008. With the introduction of GlobeTrotter Connect for Linux, Option broadens its suite of software products to cover all major operating systems. Other Option software connectivity products include: GlobeTrotter Connect, GlobeTrotter Connect for Mac, GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager and GlobeTrotter Unlimited Connection.

GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux bevordert verdere doorbraak van mobiele internettoestellen

LEUVEN, België — 5 juni 2008 — Option, de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, kondigde de GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux aan — een software voor connection management voor mobiele internettoestellen (Mobile Internet Devices of MID’s) op basis van de Intel® Centrino® Atom™ processortechnologie. De software is geschreven voor het Moblin Linux besturingssysteem dat zeer geschikt is voor mobiele internettoestellen.

GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux zal volgens de verwachtingen snel de belangrijkste software worden voor connection management op mobiele internettoestellen. De software is specifiek ontwikkeld voor mobiele internettoestellen, het nieuwe assortiment toestellen dat gebruikers nagenoeg altijd en overal toegang verleent tot het hele internet.

“Door de toevoeging van deze nieuwe Linux software wordt onze software productportfolio nog completer en beter omdat we nu oplossingen kunnen bieden voor alle belangrijke besturingssystemen. Bovendien versterkt deze nieuwe software de toegevoegde waarde van onze oplossing in het bijzondere interessante marktsegment van de mobiele internettoestellen”, aldus Laura Papero, Vice President Marketing bij Option.

“De mobiele internettoestellen gebruiken vandaag de dag een breed spectrum van draadloze technologieën – 3G, Bluetooth, WiFi, WiMAX – om zo de best mogelijke internet-ervaring te bieden voor draagbare toestellen”, zegt Pankaj Kedia, Directeur Global Ecosystem Programs binnen de Ultra Mobility Group van Intel Corporation. “De op Intel® Centrino® Atom™ processor-technologie gebaseerde mobiele internettoestellen, in combinatie met Option’s GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux, zal het voor gebruikers mogelijk maken om naadloos over te gaan van de ene draadloze technologie op de andere, wat voor een bijzonder gebruiksgemak zorgt.”

De Linux marktstandaard neerzetten

Option’s nieuwe GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux is gebaseerd op Moblin, dat alles in het werk stelt om de ‘open source’-gemeenschap aan te moedigen om nieuwe, op Linux gebaseerde technologieën, te ontwikkelen, zoals browsers, mediaspelers en internet connection management voor mobiele internettoestellen. Linux lijkt het meest geschikte besturingssysteem voor mobiele internettoestellen, omwille van de beperkte geheugeninname, de snelle respons, het gemak waarmee aanpassingen kunnen doorgevoerd worden en de lage kosten.

 

Ondersteuning van alle mobiele verbindingen

GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux zal ondersteuning bieden voor 3G, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, en later, ook voor WiMax. Option werkt momenteel samen met fabrikanten om de functionaliteiten van zijn software te tonen. De software zal commercieel beschikbaarheid zijn in de tweede helft van 2008. Met GlobeTrotter Connect voor Linux breidt Option zijn softwareportfolio uit tot alle belangrijke besturingssystemen. Andere softwareproducten zijn: GlobeTrotter Connect, GlobeTrotter Connect voor Mac, GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager en GlobeTrotter Unlimited Connection.

LEUVEN, Belgium – May 26 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that Pioneer Corporation has selected the iCON 225 wireless USB modem to add broadband connectivity to its latest car navigation system for the Japanese market, the Air Navi AVIC-T10. An iCON 225 is provided with the car navigation system to customers who sign-up with Pioneer Mobile Networks. Pioneer Mobile Networks is an MVNO offering mobile services across the Softbank Mobile network.

The addition of the iCON 225 allows the Air Navi to deliver innovative new services to drivers. Real-time information available from Pioneer includes congestion warnings and petrol prices along the route, a weather forecast for the selected destination at the estimated arrival time and notification of parking space availability that is sent five minutes before arrival.

In addition, the iCON 225-connected Air Navi supports Naviportal Services from Naviportal Corporation. Naviportal allows destinations and routes to be defined in advance and downloaded from the driver’s "Navi Folder" when the Air Navi is activated. It also provides recommendations relevant to the destination based on the driver’s activity history and other data. Examples include local event information, TV spotlights which highlight places featured in TV programmes, news bulletins and weather reports. Appointment requests received by email can also be saved in the Navi Folder and downloaded for display on the Air Navi’s display.

Based in Japan, Pioneer Corporation is a leading global manufacturer of consumer- and business-use electronics products such as audio, video and car electronics. The Mobile Entertainment Business group is working to expand the frontiers of in-car entertainment by fusing audiovisual entertainment and car navigation systems using the latest technological innovations.

Option’s iCON 225 is a lightweight (only 40 g) and small HSDPA USB device, specifically aimed at mass market business. More information about the iCON 225 can be found at https://www.option.com/en/site/products/products/usb-modems/gi0225/

LEUVEN, België - 26 mei 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, kondigde vandaag aan dat Pioneer Corporation de iCON 225 draadloze USB-modem gekozen heeft om breedbandconnectiviteit toe te voegen aan zijn nieuwste autonavigatiesysteem voor de Japanse markt, de Air Navi AVIC-T10. De iCON 225 wordt meegeleverd met het autonavigatiesysteem wanneer de klant een abonnement neemt bij Pioneer Mobile Networks. Pioneer Mobile Networks is een MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) die de netwerkdiensten van Softbank Mobile gebruikt.

Dankzij de integratie van de iCON 225 kan de Air Navi innovatieve nieuwe diensten aanbieden aan de autobestuurders. De realtime informatie die Pioneer aanbiedt omvat filewaarschuwingen en brandstofprijzen langs de weg, een weersvoorspelling voor de geselecteerde bestemming op de geschatte aankomsttijd en een mededeling die vijf minuten voor aankomst verzonden wordt met het aantal beschikbare parkeerplaatsen.

Bovendien ondersteunt de met iCON 225-verbonden Air Navi de Naviportal Services van Naviportal Corporation. Met Naviportal kunnen bestemmingen en routes vooraf bepaald en gedownload worden van de “Navi Folder” van de bestuurder wanneer de Air Navi geactiveerd is. Het portaal geeft ook aanbevelingen met betrekking tot de bestemming op basis van de activiteitengeschiedenis en andere gegevens van de bestuurder. Voorbeelden hiervan zijn informatie over plaatselijke evenementen, tv-spotlights die de plaatsen die in tv-programma’s voorkomen in de kijker zetten, nieuws en weerberichten. Afspraken die via e-mail ontvangen werden, kunnen eveneens opgeslagen worden in de Navi Folder en gedownload worden op het display van de Air Navi.

Pioneer Corporation, gevestigd in Japan, is een toonaangevende producent van elektronische producten voor consumenten en bedrijven, zoals audio, video en auto-elektronica. De Car Electronics Business groep wil de grenzen van entertainment in de wagen verleggen door audiovisueel entertainment te integreren in autonavigatiesystemen die gebruik maken van de nieuwste technologische innovaties.

De iCON 225 van Option is een lichtgewicht (slechts 40 gram) HSDPA USB-modem die specifiek voor de consumentmarkt is ontworpen. Meer informatie over de iCON 225 is terug te vinden op https://www.option.com/en/site/products/products/usb-modems/gi0225/.

Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today reported results for the first quarter 2008.

Download 2008 Q1 Results UK version

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LEUVEN, Belgium – March 4 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that ASUS, the Taiwanese computer, communications and consumer electronics manufacturer, has selected Option’s GTM 378 embedded module as its 3G wireless connectivity solution.

Based in Taiwan, ASUS is a leading provider of computer, communications and consumer electronics solutions. In Q3 2007, analysts ranked ASUS as the world’s 8th largest PC manufacturer by volume. Option’s wireless module is already shipping and is being embedded in a variety of ASUS laptop computers.

The GTM378 is Option’s easy-to-integrate PCI Express MiniCard module capable of supporting HSDPA data rates at up to 7.2 Mbps. The multimode device provides comprehensive wireless data connectivity across HSDPA, 3G UMTS, EDGE, GPRS and GSM networks. Benefiting from Option’s long-established relationships with all major network infrastructure vendors, the GTM378 comes with comprehensive inter-operability certification.

The module’s Advanced Receiver Technology (ART) combines the benefits of Receive Diversity and Receive Equalization to take advantage of the module’s high performance HSDPA 7.2 capability. Configured for HSDPA 3.6 when shipped, the GTM378 is field upgradeable to HSDPA 7.2 as mobile operators continue to upgrade their networks.

Backward compatibility ensures HSDPA connections at 1.8 Mbps. Inherent support for 3G delivers gives ASUS notebooks the capability to connect via more than 200 3G networks currently deployed worldwide. Quad-band EDGE and GPRS provide near global coverage at lower data rates.

 

Market analyst reports suggest Option is now supplying embedded wireless modules to four of the top ten PC manufacturers worldwide: Acer, Fujitsu Siemens, ASUS and Sony. Collectively, these manufacturers supply nearly 15 percent of the global PC market. In addition Option supplies embedded wireless modules to companies such as Samsung, Sharp, Maxdata, Vestel, VigSys and Elite Computer Systems (ECS, the winner of the Best Pre-Commercial Mobile Broadband Notebook at this year’s Mobile World Congress).

LEUVEN, België – 4 maart 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), de specialist op het vlak van draadloze communicatie, kondigde vandaag aan dat ASUS, de Taiwanese fabrikant van computers, communicatieapparatuur en consumenten¬elektronica, gekozen heeft voor de inbouwmodule GTM378 van Option als 3G-oplossing voor draadloze connectiviteit.

Het in Taiwan gevestigde bedrijf ASUS is een toonaangevende leverancier van computers, communicatieapparatuur en consumentenelektronica. In het derde kwartaal van 2007 was ASUS volgens analisten ’s werelds 8ste pc-fabrikant op basis van volume. De draadloze module van Option wordt reeds geleverd en geïntegreerd in een aantal ASUS laptops.

De GTM378 is Options gemakkelijk integreerbare PCI Express MiniCard-module die HSDPA-gegevenssnelheden tot 7,2 Mbps ondersteunt. Het multi-modetoestel staat borg voor uitgebreide draadloze gegevensconnectiviteit in HSDPA-, 3G UMTS-, EDGE-, GPRS- en GSM-netwerken. De GTM378 geniet van Options jarenlange relaties met alle belangrijke netwerkinfrastructuurleveranciers, en wordt dan ook geleverd met uitgebreide interoperabiliteit certificaties

De ART (Advanced Receiver Technology) van de module combineert de voordelen van Receive Diversity en Receive Equalization om maximum voordeel te halen uit de sterk presterende HSDPA 7.2-capaciteit van de module. De GTM378 is bij de levering geconfigureerd voor HSDPA 3.6, maar kan geüpgraded worden naar HSDPA 7.2 naarmate de mobiele operatoren hun netwerken verder upgraden.

De ‘backward’ compatibiliteit garandeert HSDPA-verbindingen van 1,8 Mbps. Dankzij de inherente ondersteuning voor 3G kunnen ASUS notebooks verbindingen tot stand brengen via meer dan 200 3G-netwerken die momenteel wereldwijd geïmplementeerd zijn. Quad-band EDGE en GPRS bieden dan weer nagenoeg wereldwijde dekking met lagere gegevenssnelheden.

 

Uit rapporten van marktanalisten blijkt dat Option nu draadloze inbouwmodules levert aan vier van de tien grootste pc-fabrikanten ter wereld: Acer, Fujitsu Siemens, ASUS en Sony. Samen bevoorraden deze fabrikanten bijna 15 procent van de wereldwijde pc-markt. Daarnaast levert Option draadloze inbouwmodules aan ondernemingen zoals Samsung, Sharp, Maxdata, Vestel, VigSys en Elite Computer Systems (ECS, de winnaar van de ‘Best Pre-Commercial Mobile Broadband Notebook’ tijdens het afgelopen Mobile World Congress).

Option N.V. (Euronext: OPTI, OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today reported results for the fourth quarter 2007.

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LEUVEN, Belgium – February 18 2008 - Option (Euronext: OPTI; OTC: OPNVY), the wireless technology company, today announced that it has been selected by Qualcomm to provide complete solutions based on Qualcomm Incorporated’s Gobi™ global mobile internet platform for laptops to OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) worldwide.

The embedded multi-mode Gobi solution is based on Qualcomm's MDM1000™ chipset, includes associated software and API, and a reference design for a software-defined configurable data module that supports both 3G HSPA and EV-DO Rev. A.

By supporting worldwide 3G standards, laptop manufacturers can produce products with global connectivity capabilities while benefiting from greater efficiencies and a simplified user experience. The Gobi solution also includes GPS functionality.

“Providing support for global mobile standards, Gobi-enabled laptop computers unify the most widely-deployed wireless carrier network technologies around the world to deliver global mobile internet,” said Mike Concannon, Vice President of Product Management for Qualcomm CDMA Technologies.

“A multi-mode wireless platform is an attractive proposition for OEMs, yet successfully embedding wireless broadband into a sophisticated electronic device remains a significant engineering challenge,” said Jan Callewaert, Option’s CEO. “With our expertise in RF design, we are uniquely qualified to assist OEMs to integrate the Gobi technology and devise effective antenna systems appropriate to the host devices.”

Drawing on experience gained working with more than a hundred customers, mobile operators and OEMs worldwide, Option will support OEMs to satisfy any certification requirements and customise modules to meet specifications agreed between the OEMs and their operator partners in each local market.

“The Gobi platform adds a new dimension to one of our most important technology partnerships and further builds on Option’s service and support expertise and experience. Equally important is the fact that our dashboard software, GlobeTrotter Mobility Manager, will be certified on the Gobi platform. Collaborating with Qualcomm on these activities is a natural progression for Option.” said Jan Callewaert.

Support for the Gobi platform will also result in embedded modules supplied by Option entering EV-DO markets for the first time. Gobi based solutions provided by Option will be available in the second half of 2008.

QUALCOMM is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. Gobi and MDM1000 are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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11/04/2013 GlobeSurfer III Reference Manual

GlobeSurfer III Reference Manual - revised on 5th March 2012

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15/03/2013 Beemo datasheet

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11/04/2013 iCON 7.2 firmware and software updater

The iCON 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

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11/04/2013 iCON 7.2 firmware and software updater

The iCON 7.2 will be updated to:
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GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

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18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

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18/03/2013 Dynamic DNS setup

Step by step description on how to set up Dynamic DNS in GlobeSurfer II 7.2

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11/04/2013 GlobeSurfer III Reference Manual

GlobeSurfer III Reference Manual - revised on 5th March 2012

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III Notifier software 1.0.0.91

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04/01/2013 IPSec configuration document V2

This document provides a description of how to configure an IPSec tunnel on
the GlobeSurfer® III.

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19/03/2013 GlobeSurfer X.1 Firmware 210.124.4.010

This firmware updater cannot be run on a MAC running Safari browser. Please use Firefox or Chrome.
This firmware updater cannot be used for devices purchased through a network operator. Please contact your network operator for further information.

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04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III+ Firmware R1N89

Please read 'What is new in firmware R1N89' document for updates in this firmware revision.

Note: The firmware upgrade process can take up to 20 minutes. Interrupting the process might lead to permanent failure of the device. Note: this update cannot be used with devices purchased through a network operator. Please contact your network operator directly for assistance.

04/01/2013 What is new in firmware R1N89

Please read document for new features in this firmware R1N89

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III Notifier software 1.0.0.91

This application is the interface between the GlobeSurfer® III device and your personal desktop. It allows you to see incoming messages, phone calls, etc. on your desktop.

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III+ 1.4 FAQ in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer III+ Firmware update procedure 1.0

GlobeSurfer III+ Firmware update procedure

 

04/01/2013 GlobeSurfer® III+ Reference Manual

Revised version to include watchdog and SMS control features.

 

04/01/2013 IPSec configuration document V2

This document provides a description of how to configure an IPSec tunnel on
the GlobeSurfer® III.

04/01/2013 Port Forwarding Configuration V2

This document provides a description of how to configure Port Forwarding rules on the GlobeSurfer® III.

 

04/01/2013 ADSL Failover Configuration V2

This document provides a description of how to configure the ADSL Failover functionality on the GlobeSurfer® III.

 

04/01/2013 Print server and storage server configuration

This document provides a description of how to configure a print server and a file server connected to the USB port of the GlobeSurfer III.

 

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25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
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GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

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25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
10/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for GlobeTrotter Express 441 & 442)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter Express 7.2 E

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Express 7.2 firmware and software updater

The GlobeTrotter Express 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.2
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.2.0.536
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.159

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA E

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

05/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA firmware and software upgrader

The GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA device will be updated to :
    Firmware 2.12.3Hd
    Windows software : GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
    MAC software : GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

+ GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA W

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

05/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA firmware and software upgrader

The GlobeTrotter Express HSUPA device will be updated to :
    Firmware 2.12.3Hd
    Windows software : GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
    MAC software : GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

+ GlobeTrotter Fusion

+ GlobeTrotter Fusion + 3G/EDGE (EMEA)

+ GlobeTrotter Fusion + HSDPA (EMEA)

+ GlobeTrotter Fusion Quad

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX 7.2 Ready E

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 firmware and software updater

GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX 7.2 Ready W

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 firmware and software updater

GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX E

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX HSUPA E

11/04/2013 Firmware and software updater for GlobeTrotter Max HSUPA

The GlobeTrotter GT Max HSUPA device will be updated to :
Firmware 2.12.3Hd
Windows software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
MAC software to GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter GT MAX HSUPA W

11/04/2013 Firmware and software updater for GlobeTrotter Max HSUPA

The GlobeTrotter GT Max HSUPA device will be updated to :
Firmware 2.12.3Hd
Windows software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0.0.866
MAC software to GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ GlobeTrotter HSDPA

+ GlobeTrotter HSDPA 7.2 Ready E

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 firmware and software updater

GlobeTrotter GT Max 7.2 will be updated to:
Firmware 2.5.11
GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows 2.3.0.630
GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC 1.3.0.164

+ Gobi 1000

+ Gobi 2000

+ GTM378 E

+ GTM378 EL

+ GTM378 JD

+ GTM378 W

+ GTM380 E

05/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for modules

Version 3.0.0.866
Connection software for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

+ GTM382 AWS

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

+ GTM382 E

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

+ GTM382 W

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

+ GTM501

+ GTM601W/GTM609W

16/05/2013 GPS AT command spec
16/05/2013 AT command spec
03/05/2013 Linux driver 1.10.0

Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

16/01/2013 Windows driver 5.2.5.0

Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7

+ GTM661W

16/05/2013 GPS AT command spec
16/05/2013 AT command spec
03/05/2013 Linux driver 1.10.0

Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

16/01/2013 Windows driver 5.2.5.0

Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7

+ GTM671W/GTM679W

16/05/2013 GPS AT command spec
16/05/2013 AT command spec
03/05/2013 Linux driver 1.10.0

Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2

26/01/2013 Windows 7 driver 5.1.40.0

Supports Windows 7 only: - NDIS connection mode: Mobile Broadband - GPS mode: legacy + Sensor and Location Platform
No support for Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista

16/01/2013 Windows driver 5.2.5.0

Windows 7 support: - NDIS connection mode : legacy - GPS mode : legacy
Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7

+ GTM681W/GTM689W

03/05/2013 Windows driver 1.0.5.3

Supports Windows 2K / Windows XP / Windows Vista and Windows 7

03/05/2013 Linux driver 1.10.0

Supports Linux kernel versions 2.6.27 to 3.2

+ GTM809U

+ iCON 210

+ iCON 225

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 2.18.0
07/06/2013 iCON 225 Superfire firmware upgrader

This upgrader will upgrade the iCON 225 to firmware version 2.5.24
Note: This flasher can only upgrade Option standard iCON 225 devices. 

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 315

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

+ iCON 322

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0 for Windows

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.0 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC

GlobeTrotter Connect for MAX OSX 10.3, 10.4, 10.5

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 401

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
20/03/2013 iCON 401 firmware upgrader

Firmware upgrader to version 2.12.0
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.

18/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for MAC

For MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6 and 10.7

15/03/2013 uCan Connect Standard 2.2.3.230 for Windows

For Windows XP 32 bit (SP3 recomended), Windows Vista 32 & 64 bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

+ iCON 431

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

20/03/2013 iCON 431 firmware and software upgrader

Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1086 for Windows and 3.1.19 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 451

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

20/03/2013 iCON 451/452 GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows

Connection software for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 (Legacy mode only)

20/03/2013 iCON 451/452 firmware and software upgrader

Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1162 for Windows and 3.1.78 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 452

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
20/03/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect for MAC OSX Version 3.1.78

Supports up to MAC OSX 10.6

20/03/2013 iCON 451/452 GlobeTrotter Connect for Windows

Connection software for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 (Legacy mode only)

20/03/2013 iCON 451/452 firmware and software upgrader

Upgrade firmware to version 2.12.0Hd and software to GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1.0.1162 for Windows and 3.1.78 for MAC OSX
This upgrader is designed for Option standard device only. For devices purchased through a network operator, please contact your operator for assistance.

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 461

20/03/2013 iCON 461 GPS control panel for Windows

Enables the user to activate or deactivate the GPS port

20/03/2013 iCON 461 GPS control panel for MAC

Enables the user to activate or deactivate the GPS port

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 505

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for MAC)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for Windows)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

20/03/2013 iCON 505 firmware and software upgrader

Upgrade frimware to version 3.19.0 (HSDPA category to 14.4 mbps) and software to uCan Connect version 2.2.3.230.

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 505 M

25/01/2013 Mac Driver 3.33.0
11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for MAC)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for MAC OSX 10.5, 10.6

11/04/2013 GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 (for Windows)

GlobeTrotter Connect 3.1 for Windows 2000, XP and Vista

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

+ iCON 711

12/03/2013 How to use the iCON 711 in Linux

The download contains a document on how to use the iCON 711 in Linux.

12/03/2013 iCON 711 Datasheet

+ iCON XY

04/01/2013 Driver installer package 5.1.36.0

This driver installer can only be used in Windows 7 Mobile Broadband mode. After installation, connection of the Option device can be made through Windows Mobile Broadband instead of using Option connection managers.

Important note: This driver CANNOT be installed on any other Microsoft OS than on the Windows 7.
If you already have installed the GlobeTrotter Connect, this driver package CANNOT be installed on top. This will create a driver conflict.

04/01/2013 Driver package 5.0.33.0

Windows 7 Legacy Mode certified drivers.

Note: For use in 5.0.x.x driver upgrade only (e.g. GlobeTrotter Connect). Driver is used in Legacy Mode only. Mobile Broadband features is not supported

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for MAC OSX

uCAN® Connect Standard software for Apple Mac OS X 10.7, OS X 10.6 (64-bit; recommended version 10.6.4), Apple Mac OS X 10.6 (32-bit; recommended version 10.6.4) and Apple Mac OS X 10.5 (recommended version 10.5.8)

 

04/01/2013 uCAN® Connect Standard 2.2.4.449 for Windows

uCAN® Connect software for Windows XP 32bit (SP3 recommended), Windows Vista 32 & 64bit (SP2 recommended) and Windows 7 32 & 64 bit

19/03/2013 iCON XY datasheet

+ SDK

+ uCAN Connect Premium 3.0

+ VIU2

04/01/2013 How to add your APN to VIU²

How to manually add an APN or disable the PIN code of your SIM card

04/01/2013 VIU² FAQ 1.1 in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions and answers

04/01/2013 VIU² Quick Start Guide

Quick and easy set up (also details LED status indicators)

04/01/2013 VIU² Datasheet

+ XYFI

+ XYFI Power Extensions

08/07/2013 FAQ on XYFI Power Extensions in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions and answers

+ Governance statement

Corporate Governance Statement (NL)

Download here

 

 

 

 
 
 

+ Board of directors

The articles of association stipulate that the Board of Directors is composed of a minimum of three and a maximum of nine members, who are appointed by the general shareholders meeting for a maximum period of six years. The Board of Directors has to contain at least three independent directors.

The Board of Directors is currently composed of four members, namely: Eric Van Zele (Chairman of the Board of Directors), Raju Dandu,  Martine Reynaers and Paul Matthijs.

Eric Van Zele

Mr. Eric Van Zele currently serves as Chairman of Reynaers Aluminium and Crescent NV. He was recently appointed chairman of the E17 network of hospitals and of the Hermes decision committee of The Flemish agency for Innovation and entrepreneurship. He continues to serve as a director of Barco NV. Prior to his current mandates Eric served as president and CEO of Barco NV in Kortrijk from 2009 thru 2016. He served as CEO of Pauwels International (from 2004 thru 2008) and of Telindus nv (2000 thru 2003). Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Raychem Corporation in Menlo park, CA, USA and as Managing Director of Raychem nv in Leuven, Belgium. (1972 thru 1999). He was nominated “Manager of the Year in 2012” and “ICT Personality of 2013”. Eric holds a masters degree in electrical and mechanical engineering from the KUL in Leuven (1972) and postgraduate degrees in management from Stanford University (1992 CA, USA).

 

Raju Dandu

Mr. Raju S. Dandu is the Founder-Chairman of Danlaw Inc. USA. He is also the Managing Director of Danlaw Technologies India Ltd. He is responsible for strategic planning and corporate management of both companies. Prior to founding Danlaw Inc., he held positions at the University of Iowa hospitals, Ford Motor Company, Dana Corporation and worked as an independent consultant at General Motors.  He holds a bachelors’ degree in electronics engineering from Kakinada, India, a masters in electronics from University of Iowa and an MBA from University of Detroit.

 

Martine Reynaers

In 1980, Martine started her career as Financial Analyst of Technicon in Paris, a subsidiary of the
American Revlon Group.
In 1982, she was appointed Financial Manager of Wexal International Ltd, an aluminium extrusion
company in Enniscorthy, Ireland.
In 1983, she moved to the Reynaers headquarters in Belgium, where she took up the position of
Financial Manager. From 1986 onwards, Martine has been the Managing Director of Reynaers until
June 2021 when she will retire from this position and take on the role of Chair of the Board.

 

Paul Matthijs

Next to holding several non-executive advisory positions, Paul Matthijs is COO of Vlerick Business School.  Prior to this, Paul Matthijs  was  CEO of Niko until 2019 and held several senior executive positions in R&D, product management and general management in the Medical Imaging and Entertainment division and the Retail and Advertising Venture of Barco. Mr. Matthijs' career at Barco spanned over 30 years.  He holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering and an MBA from the Vlerick Business School.

 

 

 

 

 

 

+ Analyst Coverage

Guy Sips
Equity Analyst
KBC Securities
E-mail: guy.sips@kbcsecurities.be
Address:
Havenlaan 12 SMK 8374, B-1080 Brussels

Gert De Mesure
Analyst
Vlaamse Federatie van Beleggingsclubs en Beleggers
E-mail: gert.de.mesure@skynet.be
Address:
Langestraat 221, B-2240 Zandhoven

 

+ Stock Quotes

Information about the Option share price can be found on several websites:

 

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