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Call-Point Transmitters - UHF

20-86-9000 Series

Ideally suited to a variety of Reception area, retail assistance and control applications, the 20-86-9000  is a small, high specification, POCSAG Call-Point paging transmitter utilising the 20-86-5000 paging transmitter printed circuit board. Messages can be sent directly to pocket pagers, audible or visual alarms or to LCD screens.

The 20-86 range of products can send text messages directly to paging receivers, providing simpler, lower cost systems since intermediate receivers and transmitters are not required for short range applications.

Using an appropriate receiver, the 20-86-9000, can also be used for a general remote control applications such as turning on lights, disabling alarms etc.

Powered by a standard CR2032 coin cell, the transmitter will operate for more than one thousand transmissions under normal conditions before the battery needs to be replaced.

20-86 transmitters support up to five inputs, each of which can be programmed with up to a thirty five character message. The units can be programmed with a serial programming cable (purchased separately) or they can be supplied pre-programmed.

Although the 20-86 is a low power transmitter, when used as a call-point paging transmitter a direct line of sight range of up to eight hundred metres can be expected. When used within buildings the range will be reduced depending upon the building, but it will still be significant.

The 20-86-9000 fits the form factor of many standard electrical face plates so that it can remain in keeping with the surrounding switch gear in cosmetically sensitive areas.

By default the 20-86-9000 is supplied with a mounting block, but it can be flush mounted in the same manner as most electrical switch plates if required. 

For configuration software please see the downloads tab.

  • UHF operation
  • Small, light & discrete
  • Internal cell battery
  • Cost-effective
  • Ideal for near distance paging, assistance, duress or operation of lights or doors etc.
  • Capable of operating on existing in-house paging systems
  • 1 or 2 button variants available, each button individually configurable with its own 35-character message
  • Simple Telemetry solution or for use with pocket pagers
  • Commercial paging solution
Specification
Frequency Range 440-470MHz - UHF
Frequency Selection Via Software
Power Supply 3V CR2032 button cell
Battery Life Approx 5000 transmissions
Approx 5 years standby
Power Consumption Standby: <0.5µA
Transmit: 31mA
Transmit Power 10mW
Channel Spacing 25kHz,12.5kHz, or 6.25kHz
Modulation FSK with NRZ data
Deviation ±4.5kHz, ±2.3kHz, or ±1.0kHz
Transmit Duty Cycle Up to 20%; Maximum 30 seconds on time
Baud Rate 512, 1200 and 2400
Message Format POCSAG; Alphanumeric or Numeric
Configuration Application Sacoto (Salcom Configuration Tool software)
Programming Cable 20-51-0001 (USB)
Serial Port 9600, N, 8, 1; 3V TTL
Antenna Internal antenna
Indicators Red LED (centre): Solid = Transmitting
Rapid flashing = Low battery
Environmental Protection Must be located to be protected from water
Operating Temperature -10ºC to +55ºC (+14ºF to +131ºF)
Weight 88g with battery
Case Dimensions Enclosure: 103mm x 51mm x 43mm (L x W x H)
“Worktop” footprint
Switch height: 4mm
Enclosure Material Polycarbonate (PC)
Colour White
Type Approvals (20-86-9001)
EN 301 489-2 V2.1.1 (2019-4)
EN 300 224 V2.1.1, 2017-06
20-86-9000 Brochure
20-86-9000 Configuration Tool
  • Information

    The 20-86 range of products can send text messages directly to paging receivers, providing simpler, lower cost systems since intermediate receivers and transmitters are not required for short range applications.

    Using an appropriate receiver, the 20-86-9000, can also be used for a general remote control applications such as turning on lights, disabling alarms etc.

    Powered by a standard CR2032 coin cell, the transmitter will operate for more than one thousand transmissions under normal conditions before the battery needs to be replaced.

    20-86 transmitters support up to five inputs, each of which can be programmed with up to a thirty five character message. The units can be programmed with a serial programming cable (purchased separately) or they can be supplied pre-programmed.

    Although the 20-86 is a low power transmitter, when used as a call-point paging transmitter a direct line of sight range of up to eight hundred metres can be expected. When used within buildings the range will be reduced depending upon the building, but it will still be significant.

    The 20-86-9000 fits the form factor of many standard electrical face plates so that it can remain in keeping with the surrounding switch gear in cosmetically sensitive areas.

    By default the 20-86-9000 is supplied with a mounting block, but it can be flush mounted in the same manner as most electrical switch plates if required. 

    For configuration software please see the downloads tab.

  • Details
    • UHF operation
    • Small, light & discrete
    • Internal cell battery
    • Cost-effective
    • Ideal for near distance paging, assistance, duress or operation of lights or doors etc.
    • Capable of operating on existing in-house paging systems
    • 1 or 2 button variants available, each button individually configurable with its own 35-character message
    • Simple Telemetry solution or for use with pocket pagers
    • Commercial paging solution
  • Specifications
    Specification
    Frequency Range 440-470MHz - UHF
    Frequency Selection Via Software
    Power Supply 3V CR2032 button cell
    Battery Life Approx 5000 transmissions
    Approx 5 years standby
    Power Consumption Standby: <0.5µA
    Transmit: 31mA
    Transmit Power 10mW
    Channel Spacing 25kHz,12.5kHz, or 6.25kHz
    Modulation FSK with NRZ data
    Deviation ±4.5kHz, ±2.3kHz, or ±1.0kHz
    Transmit Duty Cycle Up to 20%; Maximum 30 seconds on time
    Baud Rate 512, 1200 and 2400
    Message Format POCSAG; Alphanumeric or Numeric
    Configuration Application Sacoto (Salcom Configuration Tool software)
    Programming Cable 20-51-0001 (USB)
    Serial Port 9600, N, 8, 1; 3V TTL
    Antenna Internal antenna
    Indicators Red LED (centre): Solid = Transmitting
    Rapid flashing = Low battery
    Environmental Protection Must be located to be protected from water
    Operating Temperature -10ºC to +55ºC (+14ºF to +131ºF)
    Weight 88g with battery
    Case Dimensions Enclosure: 103mm x 51mm x 43mm (L x W x H)
    “Worktop” footprint
    Switch height: 4mm
    Enclosure Material Polycarbonate (PC)
    Colour White
    Type Approvals (20-86-9001)
    EN 301 489-2 V2.1.1 (2019-4)
    EN 300 224 V2.1.1, 2017-06
  • Manuals & Downloads
    20-86-9000 Brochure
    20-86-9000 Configuration Tool

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