Dependable, Professional Solutions

Powerful. Affordable. Reliable. Plug-and-play. These are just a few of the many ways to describe Carlson's wireless microwave and UHF systems.

From the dependability and flexibility of our flagship Trailblazer® to the raw speed and power of our award-winning LongHaul™ ST, Carlson products consistently push the envelope of wireless telecommunications.

Now with the advent of TV white-space, Carlson is blazing ahead once again with the RuralConnect® IP, poised to be the first-to-market TV white-space device when the FCC completes its certification procedure.

A Lifetime of Support

At Carlson, we stand behind our products, offering a lifetime of technical support and a limited one-year warranty. Affordable extended warranties, including two-year, three-year and five-year warranties, are also available. Ask your Carlson sales engineer or customer support representative for details.

Which Carlson System is Right for You?

Carlson has a full portfolio of wireless products to meet your needs. Whether you have a short hop or a 60-mile backhaul, Carlson has a system to fit your project. Each one comes to you custom-configured and complete with an easy-to-use graphic user interface (GUI) for your convenience. Have a look at the chart below to find out which Carlson system is right for you.

	Trailblazer	LongHaul TDM	LongHaul ST	RuralConnect IP
Point-to-Point	X	X	X	X
Point-to-Multipoint	X		X	X
Frequencies	900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 4.9 GHz 5.4 GHz, 5.8 GHz, 5.9 GHz	2.4 GHz, 3.65 GHz, 4.4 GHz, 4.9 GHz, 5.1-5.2 GHz, 5.7- 5.8 GHz, 5.9 GHz	700 MHz, 900 MHz, 2.4 GHz, 3.65 GHz, 4.9 GHz, 5.7-5.8 GHz, 5.9 GHz	470-786 MHz
Non Line of Sight				X
Distance	60+ miles	60+ miles	Up to 30 miles	10+ miles
Data Rate	512k	108 Mb/s	270 Mb/s	4, 6, 8, 12 Mb/s
Throughput (In each direction)	64-512 kb/s	33 Mb/s TCP/IP UDP	115 Mb/s TCP/IP UDP	12 Mb/s NLOS
Latency	<5 ms, fixed	CSMA (IEEE 802.3+ propagation) or TDM @ 5 or 2.5 ms	(CSMA) per IEEE 802.3 + propagation	20-30 ms

Visit our product pages to learn more about each of these product families. For technical information, register to download a spec sheet. Our team of sales engineers is standing by to answer any questions you may have: (800) 834-2076. Contact us to design a custom, state-of-the-art wireless telecommunications system specifically tailored to your network and location.

Trailblazer®

Whether you need to replace a costly, unreliable leased line, extend an existing phone line or extend Ethernet connectivity, the Trailblazer® is a professional, reliable, and affordable solution. Trailblazer® microwave products include the Leased Line Replacement, Phone Line Extender or Hybrid.

Ultra-low, fixed latency: Thanks to Carlson's own TrueTDM™ technology, the Trailblazer® has extremely low, fixed latency that makes this radio a customer favorite for simulcast and portable radio backhaul.
Professional-grade equipment: Trailblazer® is available in either a sturdy, indoor rackmount unit or a rock-solid outdoor unit with a NEMA 4X weatherproof enclosure that protects your connection even in the roughest weather.
Many frequencies available: Frequencies include licensed 4.9 GHz for public safety.

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LongHaul™ TDM Series

LH-TDM-Montage While other companies claim their IP radios can go the distance, only the LongHaul™ TDM uses Carlson's proprietary TrueTDM™ technology for wireline-quality signals at distances IP radios can't reach—60 miles and more.

100% Transparent: LongHaul™ TDM's unique plug-and-play interface makes it compatible with any voter/comparator system. You never have to worry about compatibility issues with your current or future equipment.
Optional Interface for T1/E1 Backhaul: Carlson's revolutionary SWiFT™ platform allows the LongHaul™ to operate as a point-to-point IP bridge without the signal degradation of a traditional Wi-Fi connection.
Crystal-Clear Connection: Our proprietary SWiFT™ platform, combined with the low latency of TrueTDM™, eliminates packet collisions for an optimized connection that lets you enjoy carrier-class signal quality without the hassle of wires.
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LongHaul™ ST Series

LH-ST-Montage With high-speed connection, raw power and built-in routing tools, LongHaul™ ST provides everything you need for the most demanding applications. Carlson's ST was voted Hot Product for 2011 by APCO's Public Safety Communications magazine.

High throughput for demanding applications: If you need to backhaul a large IP network, high-definition surveillance or other video, or if your application simply demands the highest speed and throughput, the ST can transmit at a rate of up to 270 MB/s over-the-air.
"Daisy-Chain" Capable for Extended Range: The ST's range can be extended dramatically—five, six, or even a dozen times— in a daisy-chain network configuration with no loss of signal strength.
Fine-tunable network settings: For WISPs, municipal governments, or anyone who needs the ability to control every aspect of their network, the extended graphic user interface (GUI) makes the ST a is perfect choice.
Learn more about the LongHaul™ ST Series

RuralConnect® IP

RCIP_Montage Utilizing the newly-available TV white space spectrum (UHF), RuralConnect® IP brings broadband to rural locations where a microwave or Wi-Fi connection is impossible. RuralConnect® IP is the rural broadband solution that's ideal for rough terrain and low teledensity.

"Super Wi-Fi" for improved coverage: RuralConnect® IP offers up to five times the range of Wi-Fi
Non-line-of-sight operation: TV signal (UHF) penetrates foliage and travels over hills, eliminating the need for extensive infrastructure.
Available under experimental license: Contact one of our sales engineers for more information about the RuralConnect® IP and the FCC licensing process.
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Learn more about TV white-space technology

Antennas and Accessories

Carlson offers antennas, cabling, power supplies, solar kits, battery back-up systems, and everything you need to get your system running and keep it running. Spare parts are also recommended for system redundancy to minimize future downtime.

Contact a sales engineer for help selecting the right accessories for your system.

High-capacity battery backup system: Our industrial-quality, prepackaged 10-day battery-backup power supply is designed especially for our Trailblazer® and LongHaul™ radios. This system will provide uninterruptible power for 10 days.
Integrated solar power system: Carlson equipment has the option of being solar-powered. This system contains the components necessary for safe and reliable power generation without the expense of installing a utility hook-up.
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