Ares Z Line AZSZ1020 User manual
This monitor uses the latest 5.8GHz technology and is ideal for
use in conjunction with 2.4GHz/355MHz R/C systems.
7’’ Standard Definition Monitor
Instruction Manual
Please read before use.
Part No. AZSZ1020Made in China
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Ares Z Line FPV Monitor
Enjoy the exciting photo and video opportunities that the Ares Z Line
FPV monitor allows and transmit your recordings wirelessly, safely
and live over a long distance.
Bristling with the latest technology this cutting edge 7” 5.8GHz
diversity screen is perfect for both the newcomer and regular FPV
flyer. Using two integrated 5.8GHz receivers, the monitor’s
state-of-the-art electronics filter the best available signal and provide
a sharp and interference-free live picture. Choose between 3 bands
that each offer 8 channels.
Features
1. Dual signal scan for automated reception optimization
2. DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) Function
3. Auto Scan Mode
Safety Advice
WARNING!
To prevent damage to your unit please note the following:
• Do not expose to water, rain or moisture. Avoid contact with all
other liquids.
• Only use in conjunction with recommended accessories.
• Do not disassemble. The internal parts of this unit do not require
maintenance.
• Use only qualified personnel to carry out repairs.
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Index
Contents .............................................................................4
Preparing your monitor.................................................5
Charging the Li-Po battery .........................................5
Fitting the sun shield ......................................................6
Connection ports ............................................................6
Display icons ...................................................................7
Function buttons ............................................................8
Menu structure ...............................................................9
Specification ................................................................. 10
Accessories.................................................................... 11
Service and repair........................................................ 12
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Contents of the box
Please check that all parts are present and correct before using the
monitor:
• Ares Z Line 7” Standard Definition FPV monitor including Li-Po
battery
• Sunshield
• 2 x 5.8GHz antenna
• 12V DC cable with BEC plug
• 12V DC cable with BEC port
• 2 x AV out cable
• Instruction manual
• Battery Charge Adapter (Not shown)
In addition to the above we recommend that you purchase a camera
tripod with standard screw-fix mount.
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Preparing your monitor
WARNING:
Do not power the monitor on before installing the antennas as damage
may occur that is not covered by the warranty.
1. Begin by attaching the two 5.8GHz antennas to the appropriate
threads and ensure they are screwed in firmly. Power for the unit is
supplied by an internal Li-Po battery which must be fully charged
before use.
2. To activate the screen, press and hold the On/Off button (on the
right side) for 3 seconds. The blue LED will illuminate.
3. Your monitor will now automatically scan the channels for a video
signal.
Charging the internal Li-Po battery
Charge the internal battery using the optional Power Adapter. Connect
the Adapter to a power point and then to the ‘DC IN’ socket of your
monitor. During charging the right LED (next to the Power Button)
flashes red. The LED shuts off when charging is complete. You may
also charge the internal battery via an external Li-Po battery. This
battery should be at least 7.4 volts with a capacity of 2000mAh.
Please note that damages resulting from improper use or connection
of an unsuitable power source are not covered under warranty.
Carry out charging operations carefully and with full knowledge of
the battery chemistry, the correct charging regime, and potential
risks involved. Make sure that the power source used has sufficient
capacity to undertake the task.
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Fitting the sun shield
Fit the sunshield to use the screen
in bright light, without limitations.
Simply fix it around the screen.
A standard 1/4-20 mounting thread is located on the base of the
monitor. Use this to attach the screen to a regular quick-release
tripod mounting plate.
Connection ports
Video OUT
Receiver 1
Video OUT
Receiver 2
Video OUT
Receiver 1 & 2
Speakers
Video IN
Power supply
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Display icons
Alterations to both the band and frequency will be shown on the
display. If the battery indicator appears empty ( ), the internal Li-Po
will need to be recharged.
Battery
Operating
Mode Band Channel
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PowerMenuChannel
Selection
Scan
Mode
Receiver
Selection
Function buttons
Receiver selection Choose between bands A, B and F
Scan mode The screen automatically scans (Auto Scan
Mode) all bands and channels
Channel selection Switch between channels 1–8
Minus (-) Reduces the brightness and the marked
menu setting
Menu Press once to make the icons visible. Double
press to enter the main menu
Plus (+) Increases the brightness and the marked
menu setting
Power (On/Off) Press and hold for 3 seconds to switch
activate the monitor
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Menu structure
Double press the MENU button to enter the Menu. By
pressing the MENU button, you can scroll through the various
menu steps.
To adjust a setting, press the Minus - and Plus + buttons.
NOTE: If no buttons are pressed within 5 seconds the menu
will automatically close.
Brightness
During live transmission this can also be adjusted by pressing
the -/+ buttons.
Contrast
During live transmission this can also be adjusted by pressing
the -/+ buttons.
Colour
During live transmission this can also be adjusted by pressing
the -/+ buttons.
Volume
During live transmission this can also be adjusted by pressing
the -/+ buttons.
RF Select
Manual selection of the reception source
Mode
Choose between 16:9 or 4:3 formats
Rotation
Image
Language
See available languages in the specification table
Reset
Reset to factory default settings
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Specification
Display size: 7”/178mm
Total size: 178 x 118 x 25mm
Resolution: 800 x 480 pixels
Type: TFT LCD monitor; LED backlight
Brightness: 400 - 450 cd/m2
Contrast: 500:1
Mounting type: 1/4-20 tripod mount
Frequency: ISM 5.8GHz
Ports:
RF1 AV OUT (Video, mono audio output)
RF2 AV OUT (Video, mono audio output)
DIV AV OUT (Video, mono audio output)
AV IN (Video)
Operating voltage: DC IN; 7-22.2V
Battery: 2000mAh Li-Po Akku
Weight: 420g
Speakers: 8Ω/1Wx2
Operating temperature: 0°C~ +50°C (32°-122°F)
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Russian,
Italian, Dutch and Chinese
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Channels:
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8
FR1 (A) 5865M 5845M 5825M 5805M 5785M 5765M 5765M 5725M
FR2 (B) 5733M 5752M 5771M 5790M 5809M 5828M 5847M 5866M
FR3 (F) 5740M 5760M 5780M 5800M 5820M 5840M 5860M 5860M
Recommended accessories
Part no. Product
AZSZ1010 25mW 5.8GHz 22ch FPV transmitter
AZSZ1011 200mW 5.8GHz 24ch FPV transmitter
AZSZ1013 600mW 5.8GHz 24ch FPV transmitter
w/digital read-out
AZSZ1014 1500mW 5.8GHz 24ch FPV transmitter
AZSZ1021 7’’ HD Auto-Scan Monitor 32ch 5.8GHz receiver
w/diversity
AZSZ1022 9’’ HD Auto-Scan Monitor 32ch 5.8GHz receiver
w/diversity
AZSZ1030 5.8GHz Cloverleaf Antenna (TX and RX)
AZSZ1031 5.8GHz Patch Antenna (RX)
AZSZ1032 Monitor Battery 7.4V, 1800mA
AZSZ1033 Transmitter to Monitor holder
AZSZ1034 Monitor Battery Charge Adapter
AZSZ1035 AC Monitor Charger
AZSZ1035UK AC Monitor Charger: UK plug
AZSZ1035AU AC Monitor Charger: AU plug
Find more accessories on our homepage www.Ares-RC.com
or check your nearest dealer.
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Regional Service and Support
USA Warranty Information
30 Day Limited Warranty
General Disclaimer: This item is to be free of manufacture defects at time of purchase. This
warranty does not cover breakage due to abuse, improper break-in, improper setup, or
improper operation.
We at Ares RC have made every effort in component design, material selection and
assembly to make our products as durable as possible. Ares Z Line products are covered
under warranty only against manufacturer’s defect in materials, workmanship or assembly
when it is new (before being used).
If you believe a defect in materials, workmanship or assembly was not apparent when the
product was new and only became evident after the product was used, then please contact
your local HobbyTown® to apply for warranty service. You must provide your original sales
receipt verifying the proof-of purchase and date thereof.
Provided warranty conditions have been met, the components that are found to be defective,
incorrectly made, or incorrectly assembled within the warranty coverage time period may
be repaired or replaced under the sole discretion of HobbyTown®. In the event that your
product needs a repair or a replacement part that is not covered by this warranty, your local
HobbyTown® dealer can assist you with obtaining the genuine replacement parts and/or
accessories to service your Ares Z Line product.
If you purchased your Ares Z Line product from a HobbyTown® internet site not affiliated
with a local store, please consult that site for its service policies.
Distributed in the US by:
Firelands Customer Service/Product Support
1133 Libra Drive, Lincoln, NE 68512
www.firelandsgroup.com
1-800-205-6773
Australia Warranty Information
Ares Z Line FPV Monitor 60 Day Warranty
Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials or
workmanship for 60 days from the date of purchase and will repair, replace or refund the
purchase should the product prove to be defective.
This warranty does not apply to any unit or system or component which has been dropped,
damaged in a crash, improperly installed, assembled, handled or abused.
Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd. reserves the right to void the warranty if the product has
been altered or modified, has had a foreign part added, has been misused or not used for
the purpose for which it was designed, has been used near or in salt water, has been water
damaged, or if the damage has been caused by the customer’s use of the product.
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Under no circumstances does Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd. warrant nor will the consumer
be entitled to consequential or incidental damages. Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd. assumes
no responsibility for any other damage, inconvenience or other claims whatsoever.
Lodging a Claim
To lodge a claim, present the goods to your place of purchase (retailer where you bought
the product) with your original purchase receipt and a written explanation of the defect.
The place of purchase (retailer where you bought the product) will then contact Model
Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd. for a Return Authority number and will return the item for warranty
assessment to Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd.. Items delivered to Model Engines (Aust.) Pty.
Ltd. for warranty assessment without a Return Authority number will be returned to sender.
The warranty process may take up to 14 business days from the date of receipt. Model
Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd. must assess each item and if warranty applies must repair or
replace the item at its discretion and return it to the place of purchase (retailer where you
bought the product).
Goods presented for warranty may be replaced by refurbished goods of the same type
rather than being repaired. Refurbished parts may be used to repair the goods.
If the product is proved to be defective the cost and expenses relating to the delivery of the
goods to Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd., will be borne by Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd..
The benefits of this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies of the customer
under any law to which this warranty relates.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian consumer
Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for
any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not
amount to a major failure.
This warranty information relates to goods supplied on a wholesale basis by Model Engines
(Aust.) Pty. Ltd. to Australian Retailers. The warranty complies with Australian regulatory
requirements and supersedes all warranty information from the original manufacturer.
Distributed in Australia by:
Model Engines (Aust.) Pty. Ltd.,
Unit 1, 158-168 Browns Road,
Noble Park,
Victoria,
3174,
Australia.
www.modelengines.com.au
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UK Warranty Information
This product is covered by the current statutory guarantee regulations. If you wish to make a
warranty claim, please contact the model shop where you originally purchased the product
from. You should also present your proof of purchase.
The guarantee does not cover faults or damage caused by:
Incorrect handling or operation
The use of incompatible accessories
Modification or unauthorised repairs
Accidental or deliberate damage
Normal wear and tear
Using the product outside of its stated specification
J Perkins accepts no liability for loss, damage or costs which are incurred due to the
incorrect or incompetent use of the product.
CE Conformity Declaration
This device has been tested in accordance with the relevant harmonised European directives.
This product’s design fulfills the protective aims of the European Community relating to the
safe operation of this equipment.
For a copy of the Declaration of Conformity, please visit www.ares-rc.com/support
Disposal
Electrical equipment marked with the crossed out wheelie bin symbol must not be disposed
of in household waste, but must be taken to a specialist disposal or recycling system. In
EU member countries, electrical equipment must not be discarded via the normal domestic
refuse channels (WEEE - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/
EG). You should take unwanted electrical equipment to your nearest local authority waste
collection point or recycling centre.
Distributed in the UK by:
J Perkins Distribution,
Northdown Business Park,
Ashford Road,
Lenham,
Kent,
ME17 2DL, UK.
Tel +44 (0)1622 854 300
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.jperkins.com
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