1. October 10, 2006
CableMatrix and VCom Showcase First QoS
Enhanced Video Conferencing over WiMAX Solution
Policy Management Key to High-Quality Video Conferencing over Wireless
DES PLAINES, IL and VICTORIA, BC – (October 10, 2006) - CableMatrix Technologies, a leading
provider of Quality of Service (QoS) policy management solutions, and VCom Inc. (TSX: VCM) (soon
to be Vecima Networks), a leading designer and manufacturer of WiMAX base stations and associated
transmission gear, will demonstrate the markets first Video Conferencing over WiMAX solution
employing enhanced QoS and policy management control for end-to-end service quality. Targeting
broadband service providers, Video Conferencing over WiMAX offers a viable path for penetrating low
density subscriber areas and the commercial services market with high-quality voice and video
offerings. The demonstration will take place at WiMAX World USA Conference & Exposition 2006
booth 109.
Powering the Video Conferencing over WiMAX demonstration are the CableMatrix On-Demand Service
Platform (ODSP™) integrated with the VCom VistaMAX 802.16-2004 based transmission gear. ODSP is
an advanced, standards-based policy management platform for seamlessly delivering next-generation
IP-based services such as SIP voice, streaming video, multi-player online gaming and video
conferencing with dynamic QoS, on a per-session basis. The combined elements enable QoS-enhanced
audio and video sessions over the standards-based WiMAX air interface.
“Video conferencing has become a favorite application among consumers and commercial enterprises;
however, poor quality especially over wireless access has plagued the user experience,” said Jay
Malin, vice president of business development for CableMatrix. “By coupling our QoS and policy
management platform with VCom’s WiMAX gear, providers can differentiate offerings by guaranteeing
a consistent level of service while providing a cost effective path for reaching new subscribers through
wireless broadband.”
YourLink Inc., a Canadian based broadband service provider and a subsidiary of VCom, is planning to
incorporate QoS enhanced video conferencing into its current WiMAX service repertoire.

2. “WiMAX allows us to offer high-speed broadband to both traditional and untapped rural markets
without having to deploy any terrestrial lines, a tremendous cost savings advantage,” stated Robert
Forget, director of wireless sales at VCom. “The CableMatrix policy management platform enhances
offerings such as video conferencing by allowing us to dynamically manage available bandwidth
resources guaranteeing our customers a level of unmatched service.”
About VCom – soon to be Vecima Networks
VCom Inc. (TSX: VCM), attending the Exposition under its new name Vecima Networks, designs,
manufactures and sells products that enable broadband access to cable, wireless and telephony
networks. VCom’s hardware products incorporate embedded software developed to meet the complex
requirements of next-generation, high-speed digital networks. Service providers use VCom’s solutions
to deliver services to a converging worldwide broadband market, including what are commonly known
as “triple play” (voice, video and data) and “quadruple play” (voice, video, data and wireless) services.
The company also develops products to address emerging markets such as fibre to the home and IP
video. VCom currently employs over 600 people in Western Canada.
www.vcom.com
www.vecimanetworks.com
About CableMatrix
CableMatrix provides advanced, PCMM-based software solutions that enable broadband operators to
maximize their revenues while delivering advanced, media-rich IP applications and services. Its
standards-compliant ODSP Policy Server, in conjunction with the XAM Application Manager, allows
operators to deliver dynamic, real-time QoS and bandwidth management on a per-customer, per-
application basis, giving broadband cable operators the ability to directly link increased bandwidth
usage with increased revenue. CableMatrix was recently named to the “Red Herring 100/Europe,”
recognizing the top 100 private European and Israeli companies that play a leading role in innovation
and technology. For more information, visit www.cablematrix.com or call 847-294-0600.

3. FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements in this news release may constitute forward-looking statements which involve
known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results,
performance or achievements of the Company, or industry results, to be materially different from any
future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking
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These statements reflect VCom’s current expectations regarding future events and operating
performance and speak only as of the date of this news release. Forward-looking statements involve
significant risks and uncertainties, should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results,
and will not necessarily be accurate indications of whether or not such results will be achieved. A
number of factors including, but not limited to, the factors discussed under ‘‘Risk Factors’’ in the
Company’s Annual Information Form dated September 27, 2006 available on SEDAR
(www.sedar.com), could cause actual results to differ materially from the results discussed in the
forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release
are based upon what management of the Company believes are reasonable assumptions, the
Company cannot assure investors that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking
statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this news release, and the
Company assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances.
PRESS CONTACT:
Steve Fiore Alan Brick
SZPR, Inc. VCom Inc. (soon to be Vecima Networks)
(858) 427-1667 (250) 881-1982
fiore@szpr.com invest@vcom.com