Commodore modem 300 User Manual page 78

2. The FCC registration number on the label supplied with the
modem.
3. Theringerequivalence, also found on the modem label.
You should also inform the telephone company if you ever perma­
nently remove the modem from your phone line.
The FCC has established rules which govern data modem direct
connection to the telephone network. A jack is provided by the tele­
phone company for the direct connection. Jacks of the modular
type required for the connection are not provided on party lines or
coin lines.
If the data modem is malfunctioning, it may be affecting the tele­
phone lines outside the permissible operating specifications of
FCC 68. In this case, the modem should be disconnected until the
source of the difficulty is traced.
FOR CANADIAN MODEM USERS
The Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) label identi­
fies certified equipment. This certification means that the equip­
ment meets certain telecommunications network protective, opera­
tional and safety requirements. The department does not guarantee
the equipment will operate to a user's satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, make sure you are permitted to
connect it to the facilities of the local telecommunications com­
pany. You must also install the equipment using an acceptable
method of connection. In some cases you may also extend the com­
pany's inside wiring for single-line individual service by means of a
certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord). You
should be aware, however, that compliance with the above condi­
tions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized
Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any
repairs or alterations made by a user to this equipment, or equip­
ment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company
cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
For your own protection, make sure the electrical ground connec­
tions of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
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