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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
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Filed by Motorola, Inc.
Pursuant to Rule 14a-12
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Subject Company: Terayon Communication Systems, Inc.
Commission File No.: 000-24647
Motorola To Acquire Terayon Communication Systems
Transaction strengthens Motorolas capabilities in the delivery of an end-to-end next generation
digital video solution.
SCHAUMBURG, Ill and SANTA CLARA, CA 23 April 2007 Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) and Terayon
Communication Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets: TERN.PK) today announced that the two companies have
signed a definitive merger agreement, under which Motorola will acquire all of the outstanding
shares of Terayons common stock for $1.80 per share in cash. The transaction will have a total
equity value of approximately $140 million on a fully-diluted basis.
Terayon is dedicated to creating video processing solutions that optimize bandwidth and enable
content to be delivered based upon the regional and local interest of viewers. This can accelerate
a service providers ability to evolve and capitalize on new business opportunities.
The integration of Terayon and its software-driven application solutions will enhance Motorolas
video infrastructure and seamless mobility core by providing Motorola with industry-recognized
video processing solutions that enable digital ad insertion, motion and graphical overlays, channel
branding and channel line-up solutions as well as cutting-edge ad insertion delivery technologies.
Operators around the world are looking for a digital video core that will maximize bandwidth and
enable the delivery of revenue-generating services, said Dan Moloney, President, Motorola
Connected Home Solutions. The acquisition of Terayon will enhance Motorolas end-to-end portfolio
for the delivery of next-generation services such as targeted advertising and program insertion
solutions.
Through this proposed merger with Motorola, Terayon will be able to expand its reach and integrate
our technology into a diverse set of video platforms, said Jerry Chase, CEO, Terayon Communication
Systems. Our customers can expect to experience the benefits of a more fully integrated video
platform from an acknowledged industry leader.
Upon completion of the transaction, Terayon will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Motorola and
will be integrated into the Motorola Connected Home Solutions business. Motorola intends to
maintain Terayons operations in Santa Clara, CA.
The transaction is expected to be neutral to Motorolas earnings per share in the first year
following closing, excluding certain non-cash charges relating to amortization associated with
acquired intangibles and other one-time accounting and transaction-related costs. The transaction
is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals and the approval of
Terayons stockholders, and is expected to be completed in the second or third quarter of 2007.
About Terayon
Terayon Communication Systems, Inc. (Pink Sheets: TERN.PK) provides real-time digital video
networking applications to cable, satellite and telecommunication service providers worldwide,
which have deployed more than 7,800 Terayon CherryPicker and related digital video system
components to
localize services and advertising on-demand and brand their programming, insert millions of digital
ads, offer HDTV and other digital video services. Terayon maintains its headquarters in Santa
Clara, CA, has sales and support offices worldwide and is on the web at www.Terayon.com.
About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation and leadership in wireless and broadband
communications. Inspired by our vision of seamless mobility, the people of Motorola are committed
to helping you connect simply and seamlessly to the people, information, and entertainment that you
want and need. We do this by designing and delivering must have products, must do experiences
and powerful networks along with a full complement of support services. A Fortune 100 company
with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $42.9 billion in 2006. For more
information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit
http://www.Motorola.com.
Forward Looking Statements
Certain statements contained in this press release, including the expected timetable for completing
the proposed transaction between Motorola and Terayon Communication Systems, future financial and
operating results, benefits and synergies of the transaction, future opportunities for the combined
company and products, any other statements regarding Motorolas or Terayon Communication Systems
future expectations, forecasts, projections, estimates, beliefs, goals or prospects, the near-term
impact of the transaction on Motorolas earnings per share, and any statements that are not
statements of historical facts might be considered forward-looking statements. While these
forward-looking statements represent managements current judgment of future events, they are
subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those
stated or implied in any forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual
results or events to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements
include, without limitation, the following: (i) the parties ability to consummate the transaction;
(ii) the shareholder and regulatory approvals required for the transaction may not be obtained on
the terms expected, or in a timely manner, or the other closing conditions to the completion of the
transaction may not be satisfied; (iii) the parties ability to meet expectations regarding the
accounting and tax treatment of the transaction; (iv) the possibility that the parties may be
unable to achieve expected synergies and operating efficiencies within the expected timeframe or at
all; (v) Motorolas ability to successfully integrate Terayon Communication Systems operations and
technology into those of Motorola and the possibility that such integration may be more difficult,
time-consuming or costly than expected; (vi) revenues following the transaction may be lower than
expected; (vii) the risk that announcement of the proposed transaction may negatively affect
Terayons relationship with its employees, customers, clients or suppliers; (viii) unexpected costs
or liabilities resulting from the proposed transaction; (ix) diversion of managements attention
from the operation of the business as a result of preparations for the proposed transaction; and
(x) the other factors described in Motorolas Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 2006 and its subsequent reports filed with the SEC, and Terayon Communication Systems
Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2006 and its subsequent reports filed
with the SEC. Readers are strongly urged to read the full cautionary statements contained in these
materials. There can be no assurance that the transactions contemplated by the merger agreement
will be consummated. Motorola and Terayon Communication Systems assume no obligation to update or
revise any forward-looking statement in this press release, and such forward-looking statements
speak only as of the date hereof.
Additional Information about the Proposed Transaction
In connection with the proposed transaction and required stockholder approval, Terayon
Communication Systems will file with the SEC a preliminary proxy statement and a definitive proxy
statement. The definitive proxy statement will be mailed to the stockholders of Terayon
Communication Systems. TERAYON COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS STOCKHOLDERS ARE URGED TO READ THE PROXY
STATEMENT AND OTHER RELEVANT MATERIALS WHEN THEY BECOME
AVAILABLE BECAUSE THEY WILL CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION AND
TERAYON COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS. When these documents become available, investors and security
holders may obtain free copies of these documents and other documents filed with the SEC at the
SECs web site at www.sec.gov. In addition, investors and security holders may also obtain free
copies of the documents filed by Terayon Communication Systems with the SEC by going to Terayon
Communication Systems Investor Relations page on its corporate web site at www.Terayon.com.
Terayon Communication Systems and its officers and directors may be deemed to be participants in
the solicitation of proxies from Terayon Communication Systems stockholders with respect to the
proposed transaction. Information about Terayon Communication Systems executive officers and
directors and their ownership of Terayon Communication Systems common stock is set forth in
Terayons Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2005 filed with the SEC
on December 29, 2006. Investors and security holders may obtain more detailed information regarding
the direct and indirect interests of Terayon Communication Systems and its respective executive
officers and directors in the acquisition by reading the preliminary and definitive proxy
statements regarding the transaction, which will be filed with the SEC.
In addition, Motorola and its officers and directors may be deemed to be participants in the
solicitation of proxies from Terayon Communication Systems stockholders in favor of the approval of
the proposed transaction. Information concerning Motorolas directors and executive officers is set
forth in Motorolas proxy statement for its 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, which was filed
with the SEC on March 2, 2007. This document is available free of charge at the SECs web site at
www.sec.gov or by going to Motorolas Investor Relations page on its corporate web site at
www.motorola.com.
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Media Contacts:
Jennifer Erickson
Motorola, Inc
+1-847-435-5320
Jennifer.Erickson@motorola.com
Paul Schneider
PSPR, Inc. for Terayon Communication Systems, Inc.
(215) 702-9784
pspr@att.net
Investor Contacts:
Kirsten Chapman/Moriah Shilton
Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates, for Terayon Communication Systems, Inc.
(415) 433-3777
mshilton@lhai.com
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office. Terayon and
the Terayon logo are registered trademarks of Terayon Communication Systems, Inc. All other
product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2007