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line. In most cases, the sum of the RENs of all devices on any one line should not exceed five
(5.0). If too many devices are attached, they may not ring properly.
If this device should malfunction, it may also cause harm to the telephone network; should this
occur, this device should be disconnected from the network until the source of the problem can be
determined and repair has been made. If a device which harms the network is not removed, the
telephone company may temporarily disconnect service.
In the event of equipment malfunction, all repairs should be performed at an authorized repair
facility. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the need for service to such a
facility. Service facilities are listed on the product’s warranty flyer.
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a
computer or other electronic device to send any message via telephone fax machine unless such
message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page, or on the first
page of the transmission, the date and time sent, the identification of the business, entity, or
individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine. In order to
program this information into your fax machine, refer to your faxmodem software documentation for
information on enabling fax branding.
Industry Canada Emissions Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel
brouilleur du Canada.
European Regulations
External Modems & Internal Modem Cards
WARNING: Users should be aware that, if their software automatically generates repeat call
attempts, they must ensure that no more than 15 repeated call attempts are made to the same
number and that there is at least 5 seconds between each attempt. Failure to observe this
requirement would be in contravention of the approval for connection to the PSTN.
Line and Phone Ports
The circuits on the port on the rear of the modem marked LINE and PHONE are TNV circuits.
Compliance with EN41003 is only maintained if they are connected to ports on other equipment
which contain only TNV circuits as defined in EN41003 clause 4.2.
Speaker & Microphone Port (FDSP modems)
The circuits on the port on the rear of the modem marked SPK and MIC are SELV circuits.
Compliance with EN60950 is only maintained if it is connected to ports on other equipment which
only contain SELV circuits as defined in EN60950 clause 2.3.
Disconnect Devices
Before opening the case for servicing the modem should be disconnected from the mains supply
and the telephone network. To this end, the mains and telephone socket outlets should be installed
near the modem and should be easily accessible.
External Modems
Power Module Requirements