xG Technology's Vislink Business Receives Orders Valued At $250,000 From Local Television Stations for High-Performance Digital Microwave Systems

SARASOTA, Fla., June 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- xG® Technology, Inc. ("xG") (Nasdaq: XGTI, XGTIW), a leading provider of wireless video solutions to broadcast, law enforcement and defense markets, and private mobile broadband networks for critical communications, announced that its Vislink business has received orders valued at approximately $250,000 from prominent local television stations for high-performance digital microwave systems.

The equipment covered by the orders includes digital microwave transmitter and receiver components and other related hardware, implemented in a comprehensive solution that supports both on-scene and in-studio applications. A key attribute of the Vislink systems is a purpose-built approach designed to meet broadcasters' present requirements as well as their future growth plans.

"Our IMT and Vislink brands continue to excel in designing and delivering systems that meet and exceed market requirements in wireless broadcast technologies," said George Schmitt, Executive Chairman and CEO of xG Technology. "Through their expanding product ranges and commitment to innovations such as 4K ultra high-definition TV, High-Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC) and IP-based newsgathering platforms, they remain leaders in enabling broadcasters to improve efficiencies and build audience engagement."

About xG Technology, Inc.

xG Technology's brands provide wireless video solutions to broadcast, law enforcement and defense markets, and private mobile broadband networks for use in challenging environments. xG's brand portfolio includes Integrated Microwave Technologies (IMT), Vislink, and xMax.

IMT has pioneered advanced digital microwave systems and is a trusted supplier to broadcast, sports and entertainment, and MAG (Military, Aerospace & Government) markets. Their products are recognized for their high level of performance, reliability, build quality, extended operating ranges and compact form factors. More information about IMT can be found at www.imt-solutions.com. Vislink specializes in the wireless capture, delivery and management of secure, high-quality, live video, and serves broadcast & media and public safety & surveillance markets. More information about Vislink can be found at http://www.vislink.com/.

xMax is a secure, rapid-deploy mobile broadband system that delivers mission-assured wireless connectivity in demanding operating environments. It was designed to serve as an expeditionary and critical communications network for use in unpredictable scenarios and during fluid situations, making it ideal for disaster response, emergency communications, and defense applications. More information about xMax can be found at http://www.xgtechnology.com/system-overview/. In addition to the above business lines, xG has a dedicated Federal Sector Group (xG Federal) focused on providing next-generation spectrum sharing solutions to national defense, scientific research and other federal organizations. Additional information about xG Federal can be found at http://www.xgtechnology.com/technology/xg-federal/.

Based in Sarasota, Florida, xG Technology has over 100 patents and pending patent applications. xG is a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ Capital Market (symbol: XGTI) For more information, please visit www.xgtechnology.com.

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