Read Me First - Panasonic CF-D1 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Read Me First

Safety Precautions
<Only for model with wireless WAN>
The following safety precautions must be observed dur-
ing all phases of the operation, usage, service or repair
of any Personal Computer or Handheld Computer in-
corporating wireless WAN modem. Manufacturers of
the cellular terminal are advised to convey the following
safety information to users and operating personnel and
to incorporate these guidelines into all manuals supplied
with the product. Failure to comply with these precautions
violates safety standards of design, manufacture and in-
tended use of the product. Panasonic assumes no liability
for customer failure to comply with these precautions.
When in a hospital or other health care facility,
observe the restrictions on the use of mobiles.
Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Com-
puter incorporating wireless WAN modem off,
if instructed to do so by the guidelines posted
in sensitive areas. Medical equipment may be
sensitive to RF energy.
The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other
implanted medical equipment and hearing
aids can be affected by interference from
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer
incorporating wireless WAN modem placed
close to the device. If in doubt about potential
danger, contact the physician or the manufac-
turer of the device to verify that the equipment
is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are
advised to keep their Personal Computer or
Handheld Computer incorporating wireless
WAN modem away from the pacemaker,
while it is on.
Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld
Computer incorporating wireless WAN mo-
dem before boarding an aircraft. Make sure
it cannot be switched on inadvertently. The
operation of wireless appliances in an air-
craft is forbidden to prevent interference with
communications systems. Failure to observe
these instructions may lead to the suspension
or denial of cellular services to the offender,
legal action, or both.
For details on usage of this unit in aircrafts
please consult and follow instruction provided
by the airline.
Do not operate Personal Computer or Hand-
held Computer incorporating wireless WAN
modem in the presence of flammable gases
or fumes. Switch off the cellular terminal when
you are near petrol stations, fuel depots,
chemical plants or where blasting operations
are in progress. Operation of any electrical
equipment in potentially explosive atmo-
spheres can constitute a safety hazard.
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Your Personal Computer or Handheld Com-
puter incorporating wireless WAN modem
receives and transmits radio frequency energy
while switched on. Remember that interfer-
ence can occur if it is used close to TV sets,
radios, computers or inadequately shielded
equipment. Follow any special regulations
and always switch off Personal Computer or
Handheld Computer incorporating wireless
WAN modem wherever forbidden, or when
you suspect that it may cause interference or
danger.
Road safety comes first! Do not use a Per-
sonal Computer or Handheld Computer incor-
porating wireless WAN modem while driving a
vehicle. Do not place the computer with wire-
less WAN modem in an area where it could
cause personal injury to the driver or passen-
gers. It is recommended to stow the unit in the
boot or secure stowage area while driving.
Do not place the computer with wireless WAN
modem in an area over an air bag or in the
vicinity where an air bag may deploy.
Air bags inflate with great force and if the
computer with wireless WAN modem is
placed in the air bag deployment area may be
propelled with great force and cause serious
injury to occupants of the vehicle.
IMPORTANT!
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer
incorporating wireless WAN modem operate
using radio signals and cellular networks can-
not be guaranteed to connect in all conditions.
Therefore, you should never rely solely upon
any wireless device for essential communica-
tions, for example emergency calls.
Remember, in order to make or receive calls,
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer
incorporating wireless WAN modem must
be switched on and in a coverage area with
adequate cellular signal strength.
Some networks do not allow for emergency
calls if certain network services or phone
features are in use (e.g. lock functions, fixed
dialing etc.). You may need to deactivate
those features before you can make an emer-
gency call.
Some networks require that a valid SIM card
be properly inserted in Personal Computer or
Handheld Computer incorporating wireless
WAN modem.