Zartek RX-8 User manual

RX-8
User’s Manual

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You have just purchased a new remarkable product in
communications. The Zartek RX-8 is a basic yet very effective two-way
radio. With this radio you can talk instantly to as large a group as required
and as often as you like without airtime charges, giving you, family, friends,
commercial and industrial colleagues many years of free quality
communications.
Legislation allows you now to own and use this relatively powerful
equipment without an operator’s annual license from ICASA. This applies
in most European countries as well as in some SADC (Southern African
Development Community) countries.
To obtain maximum performance from your personal two-way radio,
please take a few minutes to carefully read this user’s manual. The
Zartek RX-8 is a lightweight, palm-sized wonder communication device,
so small you can carry anywhere and talk to any person who is set on the
same channel, as long as they are within range. The range of the Zartek
RX-8 is anything from 500m indoors to 5kms outdoors, depending on
terrain and environment. The signal will bounce around and penetrate
materials at the speed of light, bearing in mind the greater the barriers the
more attenuation i.e. weakening of the signal.
The Zartek RX-8 is our exciting new generation series and uses the
446MHz band of frequencies often called the PMR (Public Mobile Radio)
band. It is pre-programmed with 8 frequencies and is therefore channel
compatible to the Zartek PT8, COM8, Pro8, TX8, ZA-720, ZA-748, ZA-
758 and ZA-725.
For further information contact us via email: [email protected] or visit our
website www.zartek.co.za/
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
Read this manual before using the radio.

Avoid prolonged direct exposure to sunlight and heat.
Do not use batteries different from those specified in the instructions
manual.
Only use chargers and cables included or recommended.
Do not operate the radio in hazardous environments, explosion or fire
may result.
Turn off your radio to avoid electromagnetic interference in areas with
notices posted such as hospitals and aircrafts.
To control exposure, limit transmitting to less than 50% of the time.
Do not operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps.
Under certain conditions, radio can interfere with blasting operations
and may cause an explosion. Turn your radio OFF to prevent
accidental transmission when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted
“Turn your radio off”. Construction crews often use remote controlled
RF devices to set off explosives
Do not operate the radio in high humidity, dusty or very wet
environment. If the device gets wet, immediately remove the batteries
and leave to dry fully for a few days. Water damage is usually
irreparable.
Do not attempt to modify the radio. The radio is designed to comply
with CE and R&TTE.
Do not operate the radio if the antenna is damaged.
The LCD display is made of glass and maybe damaged if dropped or
impacted.
WARRANTY
This product is warranted by Zartek against manufacturing defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use for a 12 month period from
date of purchase via our authorized appointed dealers. There is a 12
month factory warranty on the unit. Warranty does not cover speakers,
battery or accessories. The product must be used for the intended purpose
and not subject to wilful or accidental damage. If the product has been
tampered with in any way, the warranty shall be considered null and void.

CARE & SAFETY
To clean the radio, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with water. Never use
solvents or cleaners on the radio, they can harm the body and leak inside,
causing permanent damage.
Your radio is not splash proof or waterproof. If the radio gets wet, turn it
OFF and remove battery immediately. Dry the battery compartment to
minimize potential water damage. Leave cover off battery compartment
and do not use until completely dry.
When storing for longer than 1 month, remove batteries from radios.
Disposal: All electrical and electronic products including batteries should be
disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated
collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.
MAIN FEATURES
PMR 446MHz license-free band
Clear Loud Audio, 0.5W Transmitting Power
Small, Lightweight and Easy to Use
968 Channel Combinations:
8 Frequencies: UHF 446.00625 - 446.09375 MHz
121 tones : 38 CTCSS Codes + 83 DCS Codes
Digital Volume Control (8 levels)
Channel Scanning and Monitor
VOX (Hands-free) 3 Levels of Sensitivity
Dual Watch (Monitors 2 channels)
Call Function (10 different tones)
Adjust Squelch (1 - 6)
Key Tone, Roger Beep and Keypad Lock

Backlit LCD with Function Icons
Uses 3 x AA batteries per radio
External Mic/Headset (PTT or VOX) socket
Size incl Antenna & Belt clip 16 x 4 x 5.5cm
Weight per radio incl Batteries 150g
1 Year Limited Warranty
OVERVIEW

INSTALLING BATTERIES
This radio is designed to use 3 x AA batteries
Remove the Belt Clip
Lift up the door release clip to open the battery door
Follow the polarity + - images inside the compartment and insert
3 x AA size batteries in each radio
Close the battery door then press down to close it tightly.
Rechargeable NiMH AA batteries can also be used in the RX-8.
CAUTION: DO NOT RECHARGE ALKALINE BATTERIES
Battery Low:
When you hear a "Beep" sound, it indicates that the battery level is low
. Please replace with new Alkaline batteries or recharge if using
NiMH batteries. The radio powers off when the voltage drops below a
predetermined level to protect the battery life.
RECHARGING BATTERIES
The RX-8 twinpack radio option (not the basic pack) includes a mains USB
adaptor, dual pin USB charging cable and rechargeable NiMH AA batteries.
DC input of 5V is required to recharge AA NiMH batteries.
Plug in the mains adaptor and attach the USB charging cable
Lift the rubber cover at the top of radio to reveal the charging
socket
Insert the plug into the socket for each radio
Observe the battery level indicator on the screen filling during
charging
Battery level icon will be full once charging is complete.
Charge time is 3 hours.

Usage Time per Charge is 50 hours on average duty use (5% TX,
5% RX 90% Standby)
WARNING
Make sure the polarity of each inserted battery is correct.
When a battery is damaged or not working, dispose of it safely
according to its instructions.
Never discard a battery or place them close to fire or heat, otherwise,
they may explode.
Do not recharge or disassemble Alkaline batteries.
Do mix battery types or use old and new batteries together.
Keep away from children. Seek immediate medical attention if
swallowed.
Battery & Charger Safety Instructions
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns
if a conductive material such as jewellery, keys, or beaded chain touches
exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical
circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any
charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other
container with metal objects.
1. Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
2. Do not operate or disassemble the charger if it has received a sharp
blow, or has been dropped or damaged in any way.
3. Never alter the cord or plug provided with the unit.
4. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or plug, pull the plug rather
than the cord when disconnecting the charger from the AC receptacle.
5. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the
connector before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

6. Use of an attachment which not recommended may result in a risk of fire,
electric shock, or personal injury.
7. Make sure the cord is located where it will not be stepped on, tripped
over, or subjected to damage or stress.
OPERATING TIME
A new set of batteries will give approximately 50 hours of average use on
duty cycle 5% transmit, 5% receive, 90% standby. Operating time is
reduced with more activity.

FREQUENCY & TONE LIST

SPECIFICATIONS