Carlson RTA Android Data Collector

Data Sheet

Key Features:

• Hyper-Engine Octa-Core processor with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage
• Android 12 operating system with global certifications
• 8" 2560x1600 sunlight-readable display with 1300 nits brightness
• Rugged IP68 design with MIL-STD-810G compliance
• High-capacity 12,200 mAh battery with up to 72 hours runtime
• Integrated high-precision GNSS with 1-meter accuracy
• Dual 48 MP rear and 20 MP front cameras with 4K video support
• Long-range Bluetooth® 5.0, Wi-Fi, NFC, and 4G LTE unlocked cellular connectivity
• Lightweight, ergonomic design with aluminum alloy construction
• 1-year limited warranty with extended coverage available

The Carlson RTA Rugged Tablet is a next-generation Android device engineered for surveying, construction layout, stakeout, and GIS mapping. Purpose-built for field professionals, it combines powerful hardware with Carlson’s field software solutions to maximize efficiency, precision, and mobility in demanding outdoor environments.

Powered by a Hyper-Engine 8-core processor, 12 GB of RAM, and a fast 256 GB SSD, the RTA is optimized for high-performance field data collection. Its 8-inch, 2560x1600 resolution display features 1300 nits sustained brightness, making it easily readable in full sunlight, while rugged Dragontrail-protected glass ensures long-lasting durability.

The RTA is IP68-rated, drop-tested to MIL-STD-810G, and engineered with polyurethane and aluminum alloy housing strong enough to withstand up to a ton of pressure. It operates reliably in temperatures from -4°F to 124°F, making it field-ready in virtually any condition.

Battery life is no compromise—its massive 12,200 mAh Li-Ion pack delivers up to 10 hours at maximum brightness, 72 hours on auto-brightness, or 15 days on standby, with 36W fast charging for quick turnaround. The RTA also integrates a high-precision GNSS receiver capable of sub-meter accuracy, supporting GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo systems.

Field documentation is unmatched with a 48 MP rear camera (4K video support) and a 20 MP front camera, allowing precise imaging, geotagging, and real-time collaboration. Connectivity includes Bluetooth® 5.0, dual-band Wi-Fi, NFC, and global 4G LTE unlocked cellular compatibility for data transfer and RTK mobile integration across all major carriers.

Compatible with Carlson Field Software:

The Carlson RTA pairs seamlessly with Carlson Layout, E-Connect, or Carlson Scan, giving professionals advanced stakeout, 3D scanning, construction layout, and GIS workflows in an Android environment. Designed for mobility, flexibility, and power, the RTA makes data collection and analysis faster and more reliable across any jobsite.