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Loud Clear Audio 16 Channels Thank you for purchasing the Zartek ZA-723 Portable Two Way Radio. This radio is easy to use and gives you reliable and clear communication. The ZA-723 UHF transceiver is approved by ICASA to operate at 0.5W on both license-free bands namely 464 MHz consisting of 5 frequencies and 446MHz consisting of 8 frequencies.
If the product has been tampered with in any way, the warranty shall be considered null and void. For any queries, email info@zartek.co.za Safety Information Study this manual carefully to understand your transceiver well.
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(1a-5a). Select the same channel on any ZA-723 radio to communicate. Compatibility: The ZA-723 is factory programmed to be directly compatible with all 16 channels on the TX-8, ZA-720 and ZA-721 radios and channels 1 to 12 on the ZA-748, ZA-725 and ZA-758 and the first 8 channels on the ZA-708 if they are set to factory programming.
Battery Information Initial Use New batteries are not charged fully in the factory. Please charge the battery for 4 hours at least before first use. This initial charge pre-conditions the battery for full capacity. Failure to charge fully may shorten the life span of the battery. Recharge the battery immediately once it goes flat as it could get damaged if left very flat for long periods.
Carefully unpack the transceiver. We recommend that you identify the items listed below before discarding the packing material. If any items are missing or have been damaged during shipment, contact the supplier immediately. For optional accessories, please visit our website www.zartek.co.za INCLUDES • •...
Getting Started Install & Remove the belt clip Whilst the battery is detached from radio, insert the belt clip into the top back groove. To remove the belt clip, first detach the battery pack and then slide belt clip off. Install &...
Note: 1. Make sure the radio is switched off during charging or the charging time will be longer and number of possible battery charge cycles reduced. 2. Li-ion batteries do not have memory so they can be recharged at any time. There are a limited number of charge cycles that the battery can handle, typically 500-700 times.
Range will depend on the type of terrain that you are communicating across. The ZA-723 uses the UHF (Ultra High Frequency) band and will be subject to similar obstacle interference as cellular phones. The radio works indoors as well as outdoors.
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Install the software on to a PC by following the installation steps. Once installation is finished, an icon called “ZA-723 User PC Software” will appear on the screen. Connect the USB cable to the PC and plug-in the twin connector into the speaker/microphone jack on the side of the radio.
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There are 38 CTCSS standard tones (1-38) plus 12 extra QT tones. The 38 tones are common on other 446 MHz radios such as the Zartek RX-8, COM8 or PT8. If the tone is left “OFF”, the frequency is left “open” to receive communication from any tone, but your transmitter will not be decoded by a radio with a tone.
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Factory programmed on TOT 180s VOX (Voice-operated Transmission) The ZA-723 has a multi-level sensitivity built-in VOX function. You can enjoy talking and listening without pressing PTT key as transmit is automatically activated by sound. This turns your radio into hands-free “walk & talk” when used with a headset.
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A VOX delay of 0.5 to 3 seconds can also be set for convenient use. Once the radio detects sound and begins transmitting, the radio will continue sending for this time delay period even if sound is softer than threshold. Note that VOX function is only for channels 1 –...
Optional Accessories HEADSETS (use with PTT or VOX) GE-252 Earphone speaker with in-line PTT microphone GE-259 Lapel speaker microphone for vehicle & security use GE-266 Acoustic eartube speaker with microphone for discrete communication GE-272 Single Muff Earpiece Boom microphone with PTT GE-273 Heavy Duty D-Cup high volume speaker with mic.
Specification Specifications may be revised without notice due to technical improvements. GENERAL Frequency Range 446MHz & 464MHz Channel Capacity Frequency Spacing 12.5kHz Working Voltage 3.7V ±5ppm Frequency Stability -10℃~ +50℃ Operating Temperature Range Dimension incl Antenna (L×W×H) 165mm×55mm×32mm Weight (including Antenna and Battery) 160g Battery Capacity 1200mAH...
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