xG Technology's Vislink Business Receives $1.5 Million Order from Medical Device Manufacturer for Microwave Communications Equipment

SARASOTA, Fla., July 19, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- xG Technology, Inc. ("xG" or the "Company") (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 today that its Vislink business has received an order valued at approximately $1.5 million for microwave communications equipment from a leading medical device manufacturer. The Vislink communications equipment included in the order will form an integral part of an advanced medical device application.

Radio frequency (RF) and microwave technologies are seeing increasing use in healthcare and biosensing applications, and medical devices based on these technologies are playing a growing role in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Among the medical applications enabled and supported by RF and microwave technologies are imaging, testing, scanning and rehabilitation.

"This order demonstrates the appeal of IMT and Vislink's communications solutions in sectors that go beyond the traditional core verticals in which they have been a market leader, namely, broadcast & media and law enforcement, public safety and defense," said George Schmitt, Executive Chairman and CEO of xG Technology. "As evidenced by this order, there are substantial opportunities available in scientific, medical, research and other industrial applications where the performance and reliability of IMT and Vislink equipment can deliver impressive benefits."

Mr. Schmitt continued, "There are also opportunities in these markets that could benefit from the inclusion of xG's xMax broadband network solution, which is a natural complement to telemedicine and other health initiatives, particularly in remote areas."

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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