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Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We are required to
provide you with the following information.
1. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network
The plug and jack used to connect this equipmet to the premises wiring and
the telephone network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and
technical requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and
modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected
to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should
normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two
lines. See Installation Instructions in the user's manual. This equipment may
not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines.
2. Product identifier and REN information
The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other
things, an identifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN). This information must be provided to your local telephone
company upon request, For equpment approved prior to July 23,2001, the
product identifier is preceded by the phrase "FCC Reg No." and the REN
is listed separately. For equipment approved after that date, the product
identifier is preceded by "US" and a colon (;), and the REN is encoded in
the product identifier as the sixth and seventh characters following the colon.
For example, the product identifier US: AAAEQ03T123XYZ would indicate
an REN of 0.3.
The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your
telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. In most , but
not all areas, the sum of all RENS should be five (5.0) or less, You may want
to connect your local telephone company for more information.
3. Repair instructions
If the equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular
jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone
equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents.
For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited
Warranty.
4. Rights of the telephone company
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The
telephone company is required to notify you before interrupting service.
If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.
You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone
company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with
the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in facilities,
equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning
of this product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such
changes are planned.
5. Hearing aid compatibility
If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing
aid compatible.
6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers
If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police,
fire department and emergency medical service telephone number in this
locations. If you do, please keep three things in mind:
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a. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory
card, so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory
dialing feature doesn't work.
b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes
no responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature.
c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not
recommended. However, if you do make a call to an emergency number:
• You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call
before hanging up.
• Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed
during off-peak hours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when
the emengency services tend to be less busy.
Notice :
The REN assigned to this device denotes the number of devices you may connect
to the telephone loop which is used by the device to prevent overloading The
termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devices subjected
only to the requirement that the sum of the REN does not exceed five (5.0)
Notice :
The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification
means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network
protective, operational and safety requirements. The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to
be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may
not prevent degradation of services 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 the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
Caution :
Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should
contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as
appropriate.
Your Gigaphone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by
the FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicate
only over a certain distance - which will depend on the location of the Base
Unit and Handset, weather, and the construction and layout of your home or
office.
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