Belden Announces Hirschmann(TM) Industrial Wireless Lan Access Points with an IEEE

802.11N Wireless Interface

Belden a world leader in the development of signal transmission products for the
industrial, enterprise, broadcast, building management

Richmond, IN, October 05, 2009 -- Belden (NYSE: BDC), a world leader in the
development of signal transmission products for the industrial, enterprise,
broadcast, building management and security markets, introduces Hirschmann
industrial-grade Wireless LAN Access Points featuring IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0)
wireless interfaces.

The new 802.11n wireless standard permits transfer rates similar to those achieved
by a Fast Ethernet cable. Innovative MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) send
and receive technology for wireless transmissions provides significantly longer
reach, reliability and stability -- in both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency
ranges. Moreover, MIMO is particularly suitable for applications where typical
industrial interferences must be expected, such as reflections.

WLAN devices equipped with wireless interfaces in accordance with the older IEEE
802.11a/b/g/h standards can also benefit from the greater reach of the new access
points.

Hirschmann IWLAN Access Points are available in two models: BAT300-Rail, designed
for installation on standard DIN rails in control cabinets, and BAT300-F with IP67
housings for direct field installation.

Belden Industrial Solutions

Belden offers a comprehensive line of industrial solutions consisting of

Hirschmann switches and active networking devices, Lumberg Automation(TM)
connectivity, and Belden cables - all manufactured to provide 99.999% reliability
for your standard industrial, extreme environment or mission-critical
applications.

Belden is also the only company to offer a Complete Industrial Solution for
Ethernet applications. This matched end-to-end system offers its users maximum
uptime and complete peace of mind -- no matter the environment.

For more information on the new Hirschmann 802.11n WLAN Access Points or any
Belden Industrial Solution, contact Belden, P.O.Box 1980, Richmond, Indiana 47375,
1.800.BELDEN.1 Fax: 765-983.5294. Or visit our Web site:
www.belden.com/industrial.

Contact :
Sven Burkard
Product Manager
Hirschmann, A BELDEN BRAND
717 217 2203
Sven.Burkard@belden.com
http://www.belden.com/industrial

About Belden
Belden is a customer focused company. We ensure that our customers’ communications
infrastructure issues are resolved and that they benefit from the best signal
transmission performance for their investment. We deliver leading-edge copper and
fiber cabling/connectivity systems, wireless technologies, and active switch
devices. We employ customer-centric go-to-market strategies and we implement and
retain world class manufacturing processes. Our partners span the globe, helping
our customers design, install, operate and maintain their communications
applications. And our experience is vast, including expertise in Enterprise,
Industrial, Infrastructure, Transportation, Professional and Enterprise Audio and
Video, and Government applications. To obtain additional information contact
Investor Relations at 314-854-8054, or visit our website at www.belden.com
Contact:Belden(R), Chris Long, 804.516.9787

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Janet Killen
Adventive Marketing, Inc
Richmond, IN
1.847.590.1110
janet@adventivemarketing.com
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