The 12-86-0000 is an extremely small, high specification, low cost keyring or pendant POCSAG paging transmitter, by default supplied with 4 buttons, but 1,2,3 and 5 button versions are available on request.  Powered by a standard CR2032 coin cell, the transmitter will operate for more than 1000 transmissions under normal conditions before needing to be replaced.

The transmitter is ideally suited to retail assistance and rest home emergency applications. Using a POCSAG receiver the 12-86-0000, as with all paging transmitters, can also be used for any general remote control application (turning on lights, disabling alarms etc.).

The 1286 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.

12-86 transmitters support up to 5 inputs, 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.   Once operating frequency has been set the 12-86-0000 messages can be changed using programming software with an optional programming lead, or without programming leads using a PC with LCD monitor.  Programming software when used with an LCD monitor can be used to transmit data as a low rate flashing sequence detected by a light sensor within the transmitter.  This visual programming method works well with most LCD panel monitors without needing the transmitter case being opened.  Although the 12-86 is a low power transmitter, a direct line of sight transmission range of up to 200 metres can be expected. Transmit range within buildings is reduced, but still considerable having proven to be effective in some cases between floors and across buildings.

The transmitter is provided in either a grey or red translucent case, as requested when ordered.