User's Manual

Chapter 2 – SocketModem HSDPA
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Universal Socket Hardware Guide for Developers (S000342G) 11
Safety Notices and Warnings
Note to OEMs: The following safety statements may be used in the documentation of your final product
applications.
Telecom Safety Warning
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install a telephone jack in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
3. This product is to be used with UL and cUL listed computers.
4. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the
network interface.
5. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
6. Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.
7. Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak.
8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.
9. This product must be disconnected from its power source and telephone network interface when servicing.
Wireless Safety
General Safety
The modem is designed for and intended to be used in fixed and mobile applications. “Fixed” means that the
device is physically secured at one location and is not able to be easily moved to another location. “Mobile”
means that the device is designed to be used in other than fixed locations.
Caution: Maintain a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) is normally
maintained between the transmitter’s antenna and the body of the user or nearby persons.
The Modem is not designed for or intended to be used in portable applications within 20
cm. (8 inches) of the body of the user.
RF Interference Issues
It is important to follow any special regulations regarding the use of radio equipment due in particular to the
possibility of radio frequency, RF, interference. Please follow the safety advice given below carefully.
• Switch OFF your Wireless MultiModem when in an aircraft. The use of cellular telephones in an aircraft
may endanger the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the cellular network and is illegal. Failure to observe
this instruction may lead to suspension or denial of cellular telephone services to the offender, or legal
action or both.
• Switch OFF your Wireless MultiModem when around gasoline or diesel-fuel pumps and before filling your
vehicle with fuel.
• Switch OFF your Wireless MultiModem in hospitals and any other place where medical equipment may be
in use.
• Respect restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants or where blasting
operations are in progress.
• There may be a hazard associated with the operation of your Wireless MultiModem close to inadequately
protected personal medical devices such as hearing aids and pacemakers. Consult the manufacturers of
the medical device to determine if it is adequately protected.
• Operation of your Wireless MultiModem close to other electronic equipment may also cause interference if
the equipment is inadequately protected. Observe any warning signs and manufacturers’
recommendations.