Sony PCWA-DE80 Read This First Read This First

Wireless LAN Converter
(2.4 GHz/5 GHz IEEE 802.11a/b/g)
Read This First
PCWA-DE80
2004 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
WARNING or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
and receiver.
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
different from that to which the receiver is
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
connected.
personnel only.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
Owner's Record
technician for help.
The model number is located on the bottom of the
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
Wireless Unit. The serial number is located behind
not expressly approved in this document could void
the rear cover of the Wireless Unit. Record the serial
your authority to operate this equipment.
number in the space provided below. Refer to them
If you have questions about this product, call the Sony
whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this
Customer Information Center at 1-877-760-7669;
product.
or write to the Sony Customer Information Center at
12451 Gateway Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33913.
Model No. PCWA-DE80
The number below is for FCC-related matters only.
Serial No.____________
This device must not be co-located or operating in
CAUTION
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this document could void
Declaration of Conformity
your warranty.
Trade Name: Sony
This device contains the Transmitter Module
Model No: PCWA-DE80
FCC ID: H8NRT410W
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell,
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the Wireless LAN
Telephone: 201-930-6972
Converter is far below the FCC radio frequency
This phone number is for FCC-related matters
exposure limits.
only.
Nevertheless, the Wireless LAN Converter shall be
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
used in such a manner that the potential for human
Rules.
contact during normal operation is minimized.
Operation is subject to the following two
FCC Radio-Frequency Exposure Statement
conditions:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
(1) This device may not cause harmful
exposure limits, set forth for an uncontrolled
interference, and
environment. This equipment should be installed and
(2) this device must accept any interference
operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm (7.9 in.)
received, including interference that may cause
between the radiator and your body. This transmitter
undesired operation.
must not be co-located or operated in conjunction
with any other antennas or transmitters.
The shielded interface cable recommended in this
document must be used with the equipment to
NOTE:
comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
to Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
Canadian ICES-003.
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
Le câble d'interface blindé recommandé dans ce
harmful interference in a residential installation.
document doit être utilisé avec les appareils pour
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
être conforme aux limitations des appareils
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
numériques telles que spécifiées dans la norme
in accordance with the instructions, may cause
NMB-003 du Canada.
harmful interference to radio or communications.
NOTE:
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this The power outlet should be installed near the
equipment does cause harmful interference to equipment and should be easily accessible.
television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, you are
4-680-295-11(1)
Safety Information
WARNING
• Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could lead to damage that is not covered by the warranty.
• Do not touch the device or accessories during thunderstorms. Electrical shock could result.
• This equipment is made for use in the USA and Canada only.
• Make sure that you connect a shielded cable (STP cable) to the NETWORK connector of the power unit.
• Do not use this equipment on hospital premises. Doing so may cause medical devices to malfunction.
• Do not use this equipment in an aircraft. Doing so could cause the aircraft's equipment to malfunction.
• While using the Wireless LAN Converter, do not cover it or turn it on its side. Do not cover the Wireless LAN
Converter with objects such as magazines or newspapers or use it in confined, enclosed places, such as the
spaces between walls and furniture. Furthermore, do not turn the Wireless LAN Converter on its side while
using it. Either situation could cause heat to build up inside the Wireless LAN Converter, leading to overheating
and possible fire.
• Exercise care when installing the Ethernet cable, Wireless Unit cable, Power Unit, and power cord. Personal
injury or damage to the Wireless LAN Converter could result from people tripping over these. Protect wiring by
installing it in places where people do not walk.
• Do not swing the Wireless Unit or Power Unit. Injury could result if they strike a person or fragile material, such
as glass.
• Keep the Wireless LAN Converter out of the reach of children. Unforeseen injury could result from swallowing
loose parts, etc.
• Place the Wireless LAN Converter on a stable surface. Do not place the Wireless LAN Converter on wobbly or
tilted surfaces.
• When hanging the unit, make sure that the wall is strong enough to support the Wireless Unit. It may fall if the
wall is not strong enough, leading to unforeesen accidents. Further, be careful not to drop the unit or the tools
used to install it. Doing so could result in unforeseen accidents.
• Avoid locations that are directly exposed to sunlight or heat. Internal overheating could result in fire or damage
to the unit.
• Make sure that the connectors are properly connected.
– Do not insert any metallic objects inside the connectors. Short-circuiting the pins could cause fire or damage
to the unit.
– Be careful to insert connectors squarely. Crooked insertion could cause pins to short-circuit, leading to fire or
damage.
• Use only the supplied Power Unit and power cord with your Sony Wireless LAN Converter. To disconnect your
Wireless LAN Converter from the power supply, unplug the Power Unit.
• ISDN and telephone lines cannot be connected to the WIRELESS UNIT connector and/or NETWORK
connector of the Power Unit. If these connectors are connected to the network or telephone lines mentioned
below, high electric current to the connectors may cause damage, overheating, or fire. Connecting to home or
business-use telephone lines is strictly prohibited.
– Telephone lines
– PBX (private branch exchange)
– Home or business-use telephone lines
– Lines other than those mentioned above
Wireless LAN security
Making security settings for the wireless LAN is extremely important. Sony assumes no responsibility for any
security problems that may arise from the use of the wireless LAN.
For customers in Canada
• This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
• Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
• To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away
from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is
subject to licensing.
• The term "IC" before the equipment certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
• The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed in such away
that it does not emit an RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for general population. Refer to
Safety Code 6, which can be obtained from the Health Canada Web site at http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb
• This equipment is made for indoor use only.
Pour les utilisateurs au Canada
• Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
• L'utilisation de cet appareil est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de
brouillage et (2) l'utilisateur de cet appareil doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si
ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement de l'appareil.
• Pour empêcher que cet appareil ne cause du brouillage aux services faisant l'objet de licences, il doit être utilisé
à l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si l'appareil (ou
son antenne de transmission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet de licences.
• Le terme « IC » devant le numéro d'homologation signifie simplement que les normes d'Industrie Canada ont
été respectées.
• L'installateur de cet appareil radio doit s'assurer que l'antenne soit située ou pointée de manière à ce
qu'elle n'émette pas de champs électromagnétiques supérieurs aux limites spécifiées par Santé Canada
à l'adresse suivante : http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb
• Ce dispositif est conçu pour un usage intérieur seulement.
NJ 07649 USA
Getting Help
This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as troubleshooting tips for your Wireless
LAN Converter.
About Sony's Support Options
Sony provides several support options for your Wireless LAN Converter.
Documentation and Help
Read This First (this document) contains important information that you should read before using the Wireless
LAN Converter.
Quick Start Guide explains how to install the Wireless LAN Converter.
Troubleshooting Guide provides solutions to the most common problems users encounter with their Wireless
LAN Converter.
Wireless LAN Converter Setup Page Help explains how to configure the Wireless LAN.
Wireless LAN Converter Setup Utility Help explains how to scan the Wireless LAN Converter.
The Sony Wireless LAN Converter support Web site
http://www.sony.com/wirelesslansupport provides the latest information on wireless LAN products.
The Sony e-mail support service answers your questions by e-mail. Just send your question in an e-mail
message and a customer service representative will reply. To send a question to Sony e-mail support, fill out the
e-mail form at http://www.ita.sel.sony.com/support/pc/email.html.
The Sony fax-back service answers frequently asked questions. You can use this automated service to
request a list of available topics, and then select the topic that you want to receive. To contact the Sony fax-back
service, call 1-877-760-7669.
The Sony Customer Information Services Center offers information about your Wireless LAN
Converter, Wireless LAN PC Card, and other Sony products that work with your computer. To contact the Sony
Customer Information Services Center, call 1-877-760-7669. Open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
Introduction
The Wireless LAN Converter PCWA-DE80 is designed to allow devices such as desktop computers or printers
equipped with Ethernet connectors to become part of a wireless network.
Documentation and Help
This product is supplied with the following documentation and Help.
Read This First (this document)
Quick Start Guide
Describes the necessary preparations and settings to connect to the Internet with the Wireless LAN Converter
PCWA-DE80.
Troubleshooting Guide
Contains solutions to common problems encountered with the Wireless LAN Converter PCWA-DE80.
Wireless LAN Converter Setup Page Help
This is Help for the pages used to set up the Wireless LAN Converter PCWA-DE80. Refer to it for details about
setup page operations and the settings.
Wireless LAN Converter Setup Utility Help
This is Help for the Wireless LAN Converter Setup Utility software. Refer to it for details about Wireless LAN
Converter Setup Utility operations.
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