Chapter 1 - Product Description And Specifications; Product Description; Safety; General - Multitech MultiModem MTCBA-G-F4 User Manual

Chapter 1 – Product Description and

Product Description

The Multi-Tech MultiModem® GPRS is an external data/fax/voice wireless modem. It also supports
mobile originated short message service (SMS) and mobile-terminated SMS. It offers standards-based
multi-band GPRS Class 10 performance. This ready-to-deploy, standalone modem allows developers to
add wireless communication to products with a minimum of development time and expense. The
MultiModem GRPS Wireless Modem is based on industry-standard open interfaces, is fully type
approved, and can be desktop or panel mounted.
Product codes include:
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NAM is the model for US and Canada
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GB/IE is the model for Great Britain and Ireland
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Euro/ROW is the model for Europe and the rest of the world

Safety

General

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. "Mobile" means that the device is designed to be used in places other than fixed locations.

RF Safety

Due to the possibility of radio frequency (RF) interference, it is important that you follow any special
regulations regarding the use of radio equipment. Follow the safety advice given below.
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 or
intended to be used in portable applications within 20 cm of the user's body.
Check your local standards regarding safe distances, etc.
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Operating your device close to other electronic equipment may cause interference if the equipment
is inadequately protected. Observe any warning signs and manufacturers' recommendations.
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Different industries and businesses restrict the use of cellular devices. Respect restrictions on the
use of radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in process.
Follow restrictions for any environment where you operate the device.
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Do not place the antenna outdoors.
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Switch OFF your wireless device when in an aircraft. Using portable electronic devices in an aircraft
may endanger aircraft operation, disrupt the cellular network, and is illegal. Failing to observe this
restriction may lead to suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.
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Switch OFF your wireless device when around gasoline or diesel-fuel pumps and before filling your
vehicle with fuel.
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Switch OFF your wireless device in hospitals and any other place where medical equipment may be
in use.
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. MultiModem GPRS Wireless Modem User Guide
Specifications
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