August 5, 2005 - Option Technologies announced the release of OptionFinder G2, a new advanced wireless keypad response system for  facilitated meetings, training and classroom applications.

OptionFinder G2 uses two-way radio frequency technology to transmit and receive responses from meeting participants. It provides users with a new smaller, lighter and more powerful radio frequency keypad platform.

Mark Fite, President and CEO of Option Technologies, described the product as a breakthrough platform.  “The OptionFinder G2 keypad system is smaller, lighter, more powerful, faster and less expensive than our flagship OptionFinder SR system.  From every measurable standpoint, it is superior technology,” he said.   “At a recent tradeshow where we showed it to customers, the response was “wow,” Fite indicated.

“We’ve named this our OptionFinder G2 platform because it represents the next generation keypad for our core customer base,” Fite shared.  “This system provides a logical migration path for thousands of our clients who have purchased our flagship OptionFinder SR keypad system over the past ten years.”

OptionFinder G2 is compatible with previous versions of OptionPower® and OptionFinder® software. It provides a seamless migration path for clients who need to replace an existing system.  “Most important,” said Fite, “the base station uses a USB connector and weighs only 8 ounces.   Clients who use our systems for instruction and facilitated workshops will welcome the additional convenience.”  

Fite indicated that the OptionFinder G2 platform uses breakthrough frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) radio technology to achieve superior range, reliability and security. “This is the first radio frequency product that we’ve offered that can be used license-free anywhere in the world.  The patented radio module is very robust and operates reliably in the presence of all sorts of other devices.  A single base station has a range of 450 feet,” he related.

Option Technologies Interactive, LLC is the largest provider of group response software, hardware and service offerings in North America. Established in 1985, the company has facilities in Orlando, Florida and Ogden, Utah. The firm supports more than 1700 clients in 27 countries including major corporations, universities and associations.

For more information, contact Katheryne Pelak at 407-872-3333 or kpelak@optiontechnologies.com.

Visit Option Technologies Interactive online at:  www.OptionTechnologies.com

Additional information about the OptionFinder G2 keypad system can be found at:  http://www.optiontechnologies.com/products/keypads.asp