Panasonic KX-A406 Installation Manual page 8

Important Information
Environment
R Keep the repeater away from electrical noise generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and
motors.
R The repeater should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.
R The repeater should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
R Do not place heavy objects on top of the repeater.
R When you leave the repeater unused for a long period of time, unplug the repeater from the AC outlet.
R The repeater should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators, cookers, etc. It should not be
placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0 °C (32 °F) or greater than 40 °C (104 °F). Damp
basements should also be avoided.
R The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the repeater is used in the following places:
Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, underground, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.
R Operating the repeater near electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away from the
electrical appliances.
R To prevent malfunction, deformity, overheating, rust, and discolouration, do not install or place
equipment in the following types of locations:
– Locations where air ventilation is poor.
– Locations that may be exposed to sulphurous gas, such as near hot springs.
– Near devices that emit heat, such as heaters.
– Near devices that emit electromagnetic noise, such as radios or televisions.
– Near devices that emit high-frequency noise, such as sewing machines or welders.
Routine care
R Wipe the outer surface of the repeater with a soft moist cloth.
R Do not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.
R Disconnect the AC adaptor cord from the product before cleaning. Clean the product with a soft, dry
cloth. Do not use liquid, aerosol cleaners, abrasive powders, or chemical agents to clean the product.
Placement
R Install the repeater within CS/base unit range in an indoor environment. We recommend installing the
repeater in a raised position (such as on a wall).
R Avoid positioning the repeater close to objects that will interfere with reception, such as thick walls,
radiators, metal shelving, etc.
R For maximum distance noise-free operation, place the repeater away from electrical appliances such
as TV, radio, personal computer, or other telephone equipment.
R Keep an appropriate distance from the CS/base unit to maximize the range of your phone system.
Find the appropriate location by checking the RSSI
amber, re-position the repeater in a place where the RSSI/ID indicator turns green.
For details about the RSSI/ID indicator, refer to the following pages.
When using the repeater with
– Cell Stations: refer to "Indicators (Page 12)",
– SIP Cordless Phones: refer to "Indicators (Page 22)", and
– Digital Cordless Phones: refer to "Indicators (Page 26)".
*1 RSSI: Received Signal Strength Indication
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/ID indicator. If the RSSI/ID indicator turns red or