Precautions - Sony HWS-BTA2W Operating Instructions Manual

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Precautions

On BLUETOOTH communication
• BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates
within a range of about 10 meters (about 30
feet). Maximum communication range may
vary depending on obstacles (person, metal,
wall, etc.) or electromagnetic environment.
This unit
Steel cabinet
Optimal performance
Limited performance
• The following conditions may affect the
sensitivity of BLUETOOTH communication.
– There is an obstacle such as a person, metal,
or wall between this unit and BLUETOOTH
device.
– A device using 2.4 GHz frequency, such as a
wireless LAN device, cordless telephone, or
microwave oven, is in use near this unit.
– This unit is installed horizontally on a desk
made of steel.
• Because BLUETOOTH devices and wireless
LAN (IEEE802.11b/g) use the same frequency,
microwave interference may occur and
resulting in communication speed
deterioration, noise, or invalid connection if
this unit is used near a wireless LAN device. In
such a case, perform the following.
– Use this unit at least 10 m (about 30 ft) away
from the wireless LAN device.
– If this unit is used within 10 m (about 30 ft)
of a wireless LAN device, turn off the
wireless LAN device.
– Install this unit and BLUETOOTH device as
near to each other as possible.
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• Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH
device may affect the operation of electronic
medical devices. Turn off this unit and other
BLUETOOTH devices in the following
locations, as it may cause an accident.
– where inflammable gas is present, in a
hospital, train, airplane, or a petrol station
– near automatic doors or a fire alarm
• This unit supports security capabilities that
comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to
provide a secure connection when the
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is used, but
security may not be enough depending on the
setting. Be careful when communicating using
BLUETOOTH wireless technology.
• We do not take any responsibility for the
leakage of information during BLUETOOTH
communication.
• Connection with all BLUETOOTH devices
cannot be guaranteed.
– A device featuring BLUETOOTH function is
required to conform to the BLUETOOTH
standard specified by BLUETOOTH SIG,
and be authenticated.
– Even if the connected device conforms to the
above mentioned BLUETOOTH standard,
some devices may not be connected or work
correctly, depending on the features or
specifications of the device.
• Depending on the device to be connected, it
may require some time to start communication.