The 12-86 range of products are POCSAG direct to pager transmitters, allowing low cost systems to be developed since intermediate receivers and transmitters are not required for short range applications.  For example, for checkout assistance 12-86-9000 callpoint transmitter can be used with a single pager (purchased separately) for a complete working system with good coverage over a typically sized supermarket.

12-86 transmitters support up to 5 inputs (single input on a 12-86-9000), each of which can be programmed with up to a 35 character message.  Programming can be either with a serial programming cable that can be purchased separately or preprogrammed when supplied. 

Although the 1286 is a low power transmitter, when used as a callpoint paging transmitter a direct line of sight range of up to 800 metres can be expected.  When used within buildings the range will be reduced depending on the building, but still will be significant.

The 12-86-9000 fits the form factor of many standard electrical face plates, so that the transmitter can remain in keeping with surrounding switchgear in cosmetically sensitive areas.  By default the 12-86-9000 is supplied with a mounting block, but can be flush mounted in the same manner as most electrical switch plates if required.

The 12-86-9000 is completely wireless, since battery and aerial are integrated into the 12-86 enclosure which means that the units can be installed anywhere by anyone.

The 12-86-9000 integrates the Salcom 12-86-5000 Paging Transmitter PCB and inherits all 12-86-5000 type approvals.