Dependable, Professional TV White Space and Microwave 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 limits of wireless communications.

Now with the advent of TV white-space, Carlson is blazing ahead once again with the RuralConnect, 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
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.

Learn more about Trailblazer® products

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 beyond.

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 LongHaul 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: LongHaul 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 LongHaul ST a perfect choice.
Learn more about the LongHaul™ ST Series

RuralConnect®

TV white space for rural broadband
Utilizing the newly-available TV white space spectrum (UHF), RuralConnect® 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.

TV white space for improved coverage: RuralConnect 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 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 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.
Learn more about spare parts and accessories