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20-86-5000

Aimed at integrators and developers, the 20-86-5000 series is a small, high specification, POCSAG paging transmitter printed circuit board, inheriting all of the type approvals of the 20-86-9000 Call Point Transmitters range and the 20-86 series Pendant Transmitter range.

The 20-86-5000 is an extremely small, UHF POCSAG paging transmitter PCB powered by a standard CR2032 coin cell. The transmitter will operate for more than 5000 transmissions under normal conditions before needing to be replaced.

The transmitter is ideal for developers and integrators wishing to develop their own low power solution.

Using a POCSAG receiver the 20-86-5000, as with all paging transmitters, can also be used for any general remote control application, such as turning on lights, disabling alarms or switching machinery on or off.

Care is recommended in order to avoid static discharge which may damage the PCB during handling. 

20-86 transmitters support up to 8 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 pre-programmed when supplied. Once the operating frequency has been set the 20-86-5000 messages can be changed using configuration software with an optional programming lead.

Although the 20-86 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.

  • UHF operation
  • Small, light & discrete
  • Internal cell battery
  • Cost-effective
  • Ideal for short distance paging or telemetry applications
  • Ideal for developers and integrators
  • Capable of operating on existing in-house paging systems
  • Simple Telemetry 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
External Power Supply 3.7 to 18 Volts (via onboard regulator)
3 Volts (unregulated; external battery)
Power Consumption Standby: <0.5µA
Transmit: 26mA (no TX LED)
Transmit Power 10mW
Channel Spacing 25kHz, 12.5kHz, or 6.25kHz
Modulation FSK with NRZ data
Deviation ±4.5kHz, ±2.3kHz, or ±1.0kHz
Inputs Eight; user programmable
Baud Rate 512, 1200, or 2400
Message Format POCSAG, Alphanumeric or Numeric
Transmit Duty Cycle Up to 20%; Maximum 30 seconds on time
Configuration Application Sacoto (Salcom Configuration Tool Software)
Received Indication Outputs Two LED outputs; via 680Ω resistor
Transmit Indication Output TX LED; via 680Ω resistor
Transmit Duty Cycle Up to 20%; Maximum 30 seconds on time
Programming Cable 20-51-0001 (USB)
Serial Port 9600 , N, 8, 1; RS232
Antenna External; connection via thru-hole pad or castellation
Environmental Protection None, PCB must be housed in suitable enclosure
Operating Temperature 10ºC to +55ºC (+14ºF to +131ºF)
Weight 6g with battery
Board Dimensions 55.5mm x 32.5mm x 6.5mm (L x W x H)
Type Approvals EN 301 489-2 V2.1.1 (2019-4)
EN 300 224 V2.1.1, 2017-06
20-86-5000 Brochure
20-86-5000 Manual
  • Programming:
    Programming of the 20-86-5000 is as per the 20-86 Series transmitters. Please see Manual for instructions
20-86-5000 Configuration Tool
  • Information

    The 20-86-5000 is an extremely small, UHF POCSAG paging transmitter PCB powered by a standard CR2032 coin cell. The transmitter will operate for more than 5000 transmissions under normal conditions before needing to be replaced.

    The transmitter is ideal for developers and integrators wishing to develop their own low power solution.

    Using a POCSAG receiver the 20-86-5000, as with all paging transmitters, can also be used for any general remote control application, such as turning on lights, disabling alarms or switching machinery on or off.

    Care is recommended in order to avoid static discharge which may damage the PCB during handling. 

    20-86 transmitters support up to 8 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 pre-programmed when supplied. Once the operating frequency has been set the 20-86-5000 messages can be changed using configuration software with an optional programming lead.

    Although the 20-86 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.

  • Details
    • UHF operation
    • Small, light & discrete
    • Internal cell battery
    • Cost-effective
    • Ideal for short distance paging or telemetry applications
    • Ideal for developers and integrators
    • Capable of operating on existing in-house paging systems
    • Simple Telemetry 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
    External Power Supply 3.7 to 18 Volts (via onboard regulator)
    3 Volts (unregulated; external battery)
    Power Consumption Standby: <0.5µA
    Transmit: 26mA (no TX LED)
    Transmit Power 10mW
    Channel Spacing 25kHz, 12.5kHz, or 6.25kHz
    Modulation FSK with NRZ data
    Deviation ±4.5kHz, ±2.3kHz, or ±1.0kHz
    Inputs Eight; user programmable
    Baud Rate 512, 1200, or 2400
    Message Format POCSAG, Alphanumeric or Numeric
    Transmit Duty Cycle Up to 20%; Maximum 30 seconds on time
    Configuration Application Sacoto (Salcom Configuration Tool Software)
    Received Indication Outputs Two LED outputs; via 680Ω resistor
    Transmit Indication Output TX LED; via 680Ω resistor
    Transmit Duty Cycle Up to 20%; Maximum 30 seconds on time
    Programming Cable 20-51-0001 (USB)
    Serial Port 9600 , N, 8, 1; RS232
    Antenna External; connection via thru-hole pad or castellation
    Environmental Protection None, PCB must be housed in suitable enclosure
    Operating Temperature 10ºC to +55ºC (+14ºF to +131ºF)
    Weight 6g with battery
    Board Dimensions 55.5mm x 32.5mm x 6.5mm (L x W x H)
    Type Approvals EN 301 489-2 V2.1.1 (2019-4)
    EN 300 224 V2.1.1, 2017-06
  • Manuals & Downloads
    20-86-5000 Brochure
    20-86-5000 Manual
    • Programming:
      Programming of the 20-86-5000 is as per the 20-86 Series transmitters. Please see Manual for instructions
    20-86-5000 Configuration Tool

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