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How far do Jtech pagers work?
Our paging systems operate in the UHF frequency band, 450 – 470 MHz. In other words, our on-site pagers and pager transmitters use 2 watts of power and can go as far as 2 miles, line of sight. All of our pagers come equipped with an out-of-range alert when guests stray too far from your establishment.
How much range does a pager have?
A single paging transmitter site typically covers 176 square miles, while a typical cell site covers only 10 to 15 square miles. Pager systems typically provide better coverage in rugged and remote terrain than cellular networks.
How far can pagers go?
Reach Distance The typical pager reach is around 805 meters, which is equal to about a half a mile. This is plenty of room for your guests to be spread out but also close enough to make their way back quickly.
How far do restaurant pagers reach?
two miles
While the pagers are capable of being reached up to two miles from their base, most restaurants buy systems with a much smaller range — usually around 1,000 feet — in the hope that customers will remain nearby and perhaps spend money at the bar while they wait.
What network do pagers use?
In the United States, pagers typically receive signals using the FLEX protocol in the 900 MHz band. Commercial paging transmitters typically radiate 1000 watts of effective power, resulting in a much wider coverage area per tower than a mobile phone transmitter, which typically radiates around 0.6 watts per channel.
How does GuestCall coaster work?
With our GuestCall® Coaster Pager, your staff can instantly notify guests with a flash, beep or vibration when their table is ready. Easily stay in contact, speed up table turns and increase revenue as guests enjoy the freedom to visit the bar or nearby areas while they wait.
Will pagers work without cell service?
During a disaster, FM transmitters used by emergency pagers may still be functioning even if cell service is lost due to damage to cell towers or the computer network.
How far does long range systems go?
This product requires a transmitter
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Range | 3/4 mile |
| Battery | Rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery |
| Programmability | Onsite reprogrammability – optional programming charger needed |
| Indicators | Vibration, flash, beep, and glow alert modes |
Do pagers use 4G?
The next generation pagers will have national or even global coverage using LTE/4G/5G communication. It will also have global positioning using GPS.
What is a buzzer in a restaurant?
Once guests have ordered and paid for their food, they are given a restaurant pager (also called buzzer, beeper) , a small coaster pager easily carried to and placed on the table. The customer takes the disc to their table. When the food is ready, you send a signal to the disc which beeps and flashes discreetly.
Can pagers be tapped?
Pagers aren’t 100% secure A Trend Micro study in September 2016 discovered pagers can be easily hacked, leaking sensitive patient data and potentially putting patients at risk. And it’s not difficult. A pager device can be intercepted through a dongle that costs a mere $20.