When disaster strikes, first responders know communication access is crucial to their relief efforts. Created by Incident Communication Solutions, LLC (ICS) the CST™ (Communications Support Truck) provides first responders with dedicated communications assets throughout an incident or event. Designed to supply essential on-scene communications for public safety communications, disaster recovery and continuity of operations the CST can support the mission regardless if traditional communications infrastructure is damaged, destroyed, overloaded or unavailable.

Mobile

First responders need a comprehensive communication solution no matter where they operate. The CST system delivers radio communications, broadband data, telephone and video conferencing via satellite anywhere the incident dictates, giving communications support throughout any incident.  

With the ability to run for 72 hours without refueling, the CST is a self-sufficient solution that contains space for three communications staff members to operate.
 

Reliable and Robust

Incident scenes are unpredictable. Response teams need 100% dependable communications no matter where they are operating. Using Tactical-IP™ satellite services, you can maintain communication regardless of location or conditions. This broadband VSAT service allows for 3Mbpsdownload and 1 Mbps upload anywhere in the continental United States giving responders solid reach back to agency resources or to provide situational awareness and operational information to command staff.  

The CST offers an extended-height mast to provide a greater communications footprint. On-board UHF, VHF or 800Mhz repeaters allow for a stronger transmission of signals from the CST, giving communications staff greater capability and reach.

Effective

Each incident requires different responses. The CST™’s suite of Internet Protocol (IP)-based tools combines voice, video and data to create a comprehensive communication platform, incorporating interoperability at any level and continuity of operations into its design. This flexibility allows you to adapt to the unique attributes of the incident. Whether it’s Portable Radio Coverage, Interoperability, Tactical Dispatch or Continuity of Operations, the CST’s systems provide an effective solution.

Fast and Easy

Field Communication teams appreciate the CST™ for both its sophistication and simplicity. Designed with input from real-world Field Communications personnel, the entire system is simple to set up and doesn’t require a network technician or information technology specialist to operate. Typical deployment time once on scene is under 15 minutes. The majority of the systems are fully automatic, including satellite acquisition.  

Affordable

First responders don’t have time or money to spare, so we offer a variety of packages and pricing on the system and can include satellite and voice services from the start. This approach gives you economical options for emergency communications.

The ICS CST™ system provides users complete flexibility in communication and supports capability for the following:
•    Over 40 Rack Units for communication electronics mounting
•    20 kVA Diesel Generator with 72 hours of onboard fuel storage
•    42’ pneumatic mast
•    30-Amp 240V Shore Power Connection (with integrated house-battery charging)
•    .96 Meter TracStar Auto-Acquire VSAT Satellite Antenna with 6-Watt BUC and LNB
•    iDirect 3100 Series Satellite Modem for Tactical-IP™  (Provides 3Mbps x 1Mbps F-TDMA
     Broadband VSAT)
•    6 - Motorola XLT-2500 Base Radios (2 UHF / 2 VHF / 2 800Mhz)
•    SkyTerra MSAT-G2 Satellite PTT/Voice Unit
•    Raytheon JPS ACU-2000 Interoperability Switch integrated to XLT-2500 and SkyTerra Units
•    Cisco  10/100 PoE Ethernet Switch supporting up to 24 computers and IP Phones
•    2 - 1000-Base-T Multimode Fiber Ports for Downstream Outrigger Connectivity
•    Integrated Cisco Unified Callmanager Express IP Phone Switch with Tactical-Voice™
•    Integrated Cisco Wireless Mesh System Controller for “Incident Area Networking”
     (1 Rooftop Mounted – Up to 5 Tactical Units Supported)
•    4 Analog FXO ports suitable for connection to PSTN Lines
•    4 Analog FXS port for connection to downstream Analog POTS Devices (JPS PSTN Port, etc)
•    3 Cisco 7961 Wired IP Phone Sets
•    5 Cisco 7921 Wireless IP Phone Sets with Multi-Gang Charger
•    4 Cellular Voice Gateway Modules (customer selectable carrier)
•    Up to 3 On-board Motorola MTR-2000 VHF Repeaters, Duplexer, Mast-Mounted Antennas and
      Battery backup (Upgradable to Quantar Units)   
•    Pelco PTZ Mast Mounted Camera
•    8x8 Video Switcher
•    KVH R4SL – Auto Acquire DSS Tuner (DirecTV or DishNetwork)
•    Rackmount PC Computer/Server with 15” Rackmount LCD Display
•    Wall-Mounted 32” LCD Display for Video Sources (PC, VTC, or DSS Video)
•    Liebert GXT2 Online UPS Power Condition and Backup
•    Available Options Include:
             o    Tandberg Video Conferencing Unit (Rackmounted or Tactical Unit)
             o    TICS Outrigger Network Extension Module™ with an additional 24 10/100 PoE Ethernet
                    Ports and 1000’ Tactical Fiber Uplink
             o    Cisco Outdoor Incident Area Network Tactical Mesh Nodes (includes 30’ Mast, Mesh AP
                    and Battery Pack)
             o    5-Cisco 7961 Wired IP Phones in Rugged Transit Case.  
             o    AgileMesh Tactical Video Surveillance System
                   (www.incidentcommunications.com/agilemesh)