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How to Connect Your Devices to Trailblazer Wifi

Now that you have your new Trailblazer Broadband high-speed internet, you are ready to connect all of your wireless devices.

Although each device is somewhat different, these simple steps should get you connected. Due to the numerous WiFi devices and configurations available, Trailblazer Broadband provides this information for reference only. For full support, refer to the user manual for your unique device.

On your device:

  • Go to Settings
  • Select the option most closely related to one of the following: Network – Connectivity – Internet Connection
  • Select the WiFi Connection option
  • When prompted, enter the WiFi name and password that are listed in your Trailblazer Broadband account
  • Wait for an indication prompt that the device is “connected”

You can perform these same steps in a physically connected configuration by connecting your device to the Nokia Gateway (this is your modem and router in one) with an ethernet cable. If you want to connect a device that does not have built-in WiFi connectivity, you can purchase a WiFi adapter that plugs into your device’s USB port. If you are having issues getting your device connected, refer to your device manufacturer’s website, manual or helpline for the next steps.

Please note that when testing wirelessly (over WiFi), upload and download speeds will always be slower than when being tested directly plugged into the Gateway or Beacon. Signal strength may be impacted by:

  • Distance from the Nokia Gateway and/or additional Beacons
  • Interference from other wireless devices or appliances such as microwaves, older appliances, baby monitors, other electrical devices, or even building materials in your walls and floors such as concrete
  • Sharing bandwidth among users, multiple devices and/or processes

For more resources and helpful tips view our Help & Support page!

What to Expect for Your Installation

Exterior Pre-Installation

Since the first step of installation takes place outside of your home, you will not need to be present.

Underground

  • Expect locates from Utilities in your area, these are marked by flags or paint in your area.
  • Your exterior underground installation occurs between the time you sign up for service and your scheduled interior installation.
  • You need not be present for the underground exterior installation.
  • Installation crews will determine an optimal path that may require underground trenching across finished surfaces such as driveways or walkways.
  • Crews utilize the least invasive trenching methods and will repair/restore the trenched areas.
  • If you have installed and own your existing conduit, crews will determine if it can be used for your fiber installation. NOTE: Trailblazer cannot install fiber into a conduit owned by another service provider.

Overhead

  • Crews will run a fiber drop overhead following the residence’s main power feed, most likely the day of your scheduled installation.

  • Trailblazer Broadband will retain ownership and maintenance rights of these lines. More information can be viewed in your Terms and Conditions.

Interior Installation

  • For this part of this installation process, you will need to be home to confirm equipment placement and connectivity.
  • The standard installation will include a maximum of 30 feet of fiber on the exterior of your home from your electric meter or point of entry.
  • Interior installation will require drilling a small hole on the exterior of the home to the interior.
  • A junction box will be mounted to the exterior and fiber will run through a wall plate on the interior.
  • Installers will review options for the optimal interior location of your equipment based on:

    • Where you use your internet most

    • Placement near an electrical outlet

    • At least 3 feet away from any appliances or wireless devices that may cause interference (e.g. Microwaves , Cordless Phones , Baby Monitors , Older Electronic Equipment etc..)

    • A maximum of 20 feet from the point where fiber enters the interior

    • On the main or ground level of your home (Note: Mesh units are recommended for multiple levels or large homes)

  • Your interior equipment will include:
  • A state of the art Nokia WiFi system with a single unit and fiber connection.
  • Additional units for the mesh system are available at an additional cost.
  • Installers will ensure that your internet is working properly by connecting an ethernet cable to your interior equipment and performing a speed test. Speeds up to 1000 Mbps will vary based on your location and your device.
  • Installers will ensure that the WiFi service is functional on one of your wireless devices by connecting to the Nokia WiFi system, using your SSID/ WPA login and password.
  • You will need to keep your login and password information in order to connect any other wireless devices you choose to use in your home. Please consult our FAQs or the manufacturer for support on connecting your personal devices.

If you have unique installation requirements or prefer the location of your equipment is somewhere other than what is included in the Standard Installation, please contact us today at 970-577-3770 to schedule a preliminary walkthrough of your property prior to installation.

Chart Your Own Path

Trailblazer Broadband is the Town of Estes Park’s community-owned and operated broadband service built with you in mind. That’s why with Trailblazer Broadband you aren’t forced into bundling contracts and you have the freedom to chart your own path and choose which providers you want for the services you need. 

Connecting Our Community

No more worrying about having to combine your internet, phone, and TV services. With Trailblazer Broadband you have the freedom to choose which services fit your needs, without feeling like your trapped into combining your services. 

Our Mountaineer Package starts at $69.95 a month with $0 activation. This includes up to 1-Gig download and upload speed, no long term contracts, and no data caps. We provide you with reliable internet service that is up to 100 times faster than other local options without the need to bundle. 

Faster, better internet on your terms. Register for updates today and be one of the first to receive notice of service in your area. 

Trailblazer Whole Home Service

Trailblazer Broadband is high-speed internet delivered over fiber-optic lines with upload and download speeds up to 1GB. But did you know that there are WiFi disruptions everywhere? From your neighbor’s network, the distance from your equipment, the size and structure of your home, to things you may not even think about such as a baby monitor, Bluetooth speakers, or even your microwave! Without even realizing it, our homes can prevent our internet from performing at its best. 

With Trailblazer Broadband, use your WiFi to the fullest with our Whole Home Experience that includes Beacons that strengthen your connection so you can have high-speed internet in your whole home without any interference. 

What is a Trailblazer Beacon?

These Beacons help to boost and direct WiFi signals so that you can have a strong connection throughout your whole home, regardless of size, structure, or any other disruptions. 

Beacons have a one-time installation charge of $25 per Beacon*, and a monthly charge of $5 per beacon.  

How does it work?

When you sign up and schedule your installation, you will be prompted to select your level of service and how many Beacons you will need. Packages to choose from are: 

If you’re unsure what level of coverage you need, no worries! We’ve created a short quiz to help you determine your Beacon needs to ensure you have WiFi in your whole home.  

During your on-site installation of Trailblazer Broadband, our installation team will assess your home and ensure you have the right level of service for your specific needs as well as recommending where to place the Beacons for optimal internet speed in your home. 

Don’t let anything stand in your way to high-speed internet for you home! Be sure to sign up for service updates so you can be one of the first to sign up for service once it’s available in your neighborhood. 

 *The one-time fee of $25 is if the Beacons are added to your home during the time of installation. If you choose to have beacons at a later date, the one-time fee increases to $105.

The Town of Estes Park Unveils Trailblazer Broadband

The Town of Estes Park Unveils Trailblazer Broadband

Estes Park Power & Communications, formerly Estes Park Light & Power, has established Trailblazer Broadband, a community-owned and operated high-speed internet service that is  delivered over fiber optic cable. The Town unveiled its new service during an official launch party to introduce the Trailblazer brand to the community. Trailblazer Broadband service is the only high-speed internet service delivered over fiber-optic lines, resulting in the fastest and most reliable option available to residents and businesses.
“The Town of Estes Park is committed to continuing its legacy as trailblazers,” said Travis Machalek, Estes Park Town Administrator. “Our leaders — the innovative pioneers from Estes Park’s early and recent history — have provided a solid foundation for us to build on today.  This is another tremendous milestone in the history of our mountain community.”
During the official launch event Sept. 25 at the Estes Park Event Center, community members and key players came together to celebrate the Trailblazer brand unveiling, which has been embargoed during the development of the service. Themed in step with the brand tagline, “Connecting Our Community,” the event featured an official brand reveal and “fiber lighting” ceremony, informational exhibits, user resources, demonstrations and more guided through a trail path for guests to enjoy. Other tie-ins included a past to present dialogue, visuals and setting to honor the Town’s innovative history.
“Founded from cornerstones of community vitality and connectivity, Trailblazer strives to meet the needs and values of our customers,” said Kate Rusch, Town of Estes Park Public Information Officer. “Since the service’s inception, Town developers stayed tuned to local residents’ perspectives to ensure the community voice and values remain at the forefront.”
Businesses and residents are offered several different service options and rates to best suits their needs. The initial startup phase utilizes Power & Communications’ smart grid fiber-optic infrastructure, which already exists in specific neighborhoods and is in development in others. Trailblazer Broadband will be available in some locations this year and will roll out in surrounding areas within the Power & Communications’ service area over the next three to five years. A phase map is available at www.TrailblazerBroadband.com and it will soon allow users to enter an address to see approximate availability in that area.
To learn more about Trailblazer Broadband service and fill out an interest form for additional updates, visit www.TrailblazerBroadband.com.

Photo Caption: Town officials gathered with F.O. and Flora Stanley and over 200 attendees to celebrate the launch of Trailblazer Broadband Sept. 25. Symbolizing the new broadband service, the group “connected the fiber optics” as the brand was revealed. Pictured from the left are Liz Potter portraying Flora Stanley, Kurtis Kelly portraying F.O Stanley, Mayor Todd Jirsa, Town Administrator Travis Machalek, and Utilities Director Reuben Bergsten.