Retekess | Wireless Paging System 16 Pagers | IP32 Restaurant/Food Van
The Retekess TD157 is a wireless paging system rated for 16 handheld pagers and one keyboard transmitter, designed for restaurant, café, food van, and event venues. The system operates on 433MHz over indoor distances of 100 metres and open-field distances up to 300 metres. It complies with IP32 protection rating and operates on rechargeable lithium-ion pagers rated at 3.7V/150mAh with approximately 20 hours standby time.
Restaurant and food service operators face a common problem: managing customer wait times and communication without disturbing the dining or shopping experience. Long queues, standing customers, and the need for staff to repeatedly call names create tension and noise. The TD157 solves this by letting customers relax at a table, watch their kids, or wait in their car while the kitchen notifies them wirelessly when their order is ready. Staff reduce fatigue from walking and shouting, and venues maintain a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere instead of queue chaos.
Hospitality operators value the TD157 for its straightforward operation and reliable range through walls and barriers. Food van owners and café managers set up the system in minutes. All 16 pagers charge on the keyboard base and run a full service day on single charge. The waterproof touch keyboard is easy to clean after each shift, and the one-button shutdown makes closing faster. Football clubs and event venues report that one TD157 kit covers their needs without needing expensive installation or technical support.
Features
- 16-pager capacity — the TD157 includes one keyboard transmitter with 16 charging slots, allowing simultaneous charging of all pagers for the next service without downtime.
- Expandable to 998 pagers — add additional transmitter keyboards and pagers as your venue grows, without repurchasing the entire system.
- Long working distance — 100 metres indoors through walls and 300 metres in open areas, using AM signal technology with strong wall penetration.
- Dual reminder modes — Flash and Beep or Flash only (silent mode for quiet venues such as hospitals, clinics, and churches).
- Adjustable prompt time — customize reminder duration from 1 to 99 seconds so staff can adjust the alert window to their workflow.
- Waterproof touch keyboard — no mechanical buttons to stick or wear; water splashes and grease don't damage the unit, and it wipes clean instantly.
- 20-hour standby time — single charge on each pager runs a full business day with no mid-shift battery swaps.
- Multi-keyboard support — connect multiple transmitter keyboards to the same pager ID, so kitchen, bar, and front-of-house staff can all call to the same customer.
- 433MHz frequency — standard industrial frequency with global regulatory approval; no licensing required in Australia for food service applications.
- Lightweight and portable — keyboard (238×151×30mm) and pagers (106×51×11mm) are compact enough to move between venues or work locations.
Where to use
- Restaurant dining rooms — customers wait at the bar or lounge and receive their table notification wirelessly, reducing queue frustration and improving perceived service speed.
- Takeaway and food van operations — notify customers when their order is ready without shouting names or having them camp at the counter.
- Cafés and quick-service venues — seats fill faster when customers know they will be called rather than standing in line.
- Event catering and marquees — notify staff of incoming guests or course readiness across outdoor or semi-enclosed spaces.
- Football club canteens and community venues — parents and supporters can keep watching the game or socialising until their food is ready.
- Hotel room service — notify housekeeping or maintenance teams of room requests across multiple floors without radio interference.
- Wedding receptions and banquets — discreetly call staff or guests without microphone announcements that disrupt toasts and music.
The TD157 is not suitable for outdoor exposure to heavy rain or for submersion. While the pagers are splash-resistant (IP32), they are not waterproof and should not be submerged or left in sustained wet conditions. Do not use in environments where the system will be exposed to salt spray or extreme humidity without adequate protection. The system is designed for indoor hospitality venues and protected outdoor areas such as covered patios and marquees only.
Verified Sparky Direct customer reviews: Wireless Paging System TD157 (TD157)
"Easy to set up and as described. Great service from Sparky direct! thank you" — Penny
"Purchased this for my venue to make life easier for customers and staff." — Shannon
"Brought these for my mobile food van, can't fault them at all." — David
