General Safety
The modem is designed for and intended to be used in fixed and mobile applications. "Fixed"
means that the device is physically secured at one location and is not able to be easily moved to
another location. In a "Mobile" application, the device may be moved regularly from one location to
another.
Caution:
Maintain a separation distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) between the transmitter's
antenna and the body of the user or nearby persons. The modem is not designed for, nor intended
to be, used in applications within 20 cm (8 inches) of the body of the user.
RF Interference Issues
Avoid possible radio frequency (RF) interference by carefully following the safety guidelines below.
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Switch OFF your MultiModem when in an aircraft. The use of cellular telephones in an aircraft
may endanger the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the cellular network and is illegal. Failure to
observe this instruction may lead to suspension or denial of cellular telephone services to the
offender, or legal action or both.
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Switch OFF your MultiModem when around gasoline or diesel-fuel pumps and before filling
your vehicle with fuel.
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Switch OFF your MultiModem in hospitals and any other place where medical equipment may
be in use.
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Respect restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants or where
blasting operations are in progress.
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There may be a hazard associated with the operation of your MultiModem in the vicinity of
inadequately protected personal medical devices such as hearing aids and pacemakers.
Consult the manufacturers of the medical device to determine if it is adequately protected.
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Operation of your MultiModem in the vicinity of other electronic equipment may also cause
interference if the equipment is inadequately protected. Observe any warning signs and
manufacturers' recommendations.
Activating your Wireless Account
Multi-Tech – A Certified National Activation Agent
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. is a certified national activation agent for Cingular and Sprint wireless. For
more information about available data plans and to purchase and activate a wireless data account,
contact Multi-Tech at 888-288-5470.
Pre-Configured Multi-Tech Products
Each Multi-Tech wireless product has been pre-configured to operate on a wireless network.
Activate Your Wireless Account
Please see the wireless account Activation Notices located on the MultiModem CD. Choose the
one for your wireless network provider and follow the directions to activate your account.
Phone Numbers for the Wireless Modem
Every wireless modem will have its own unique phone number. The phone number will be given to
you by your wireless service provider or for the EDGE product, it may be on the SIM card or both.
Wireless provider implementations may vary.
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem User Guide
Chapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2 - Installation
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