Safety instructions
3.6 Safety notices for WLAN and Bluetooth operation
SIMATIC IPC MD-57A
Operating Instructions, 09/2023, A5E52775302-AA
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• A WLAN and Bluetooth connection is not tap-proof. Unauthorized third parties can then
receive data.
To protect the transmitted data, WLAN and Bluetooth have different encryption methods.
We recommend that you activate an encryption in accordance with your WLAN and
Bluetooth environment.
• If possible, do not bring the WLAN and Bluetooth connection in the vicinity of the
following devices as the operation of these devices may result in faults or the complete
failure of the WLAN and Bluetooth connection:
– Microwaves
– Wireless video-audio transmission systems
– Wireless telephones (DECT)
Risk of interference with pacemakers
The radio waves of WLAN and Bluetooth may interfere with pacemakers.
If you wear a pacemaker, keep a minimum distance of 20 cm from the device when WLAN
or Bluetooth is activated.
The radio waves transmitted by WLAN and Bluetooth may trigger an explosion or fire.
Switch off WLAN and Bluetooth of the device if you go in the vicinity of flammable gases or
in an explosive environment (e.g. paint shop).
Siemens Aktiengesellschaft is not responsible for radio or television interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Furthermore, Siemens Aktiengesellschaft
assumes no responsibility for the replacement or exchange of connecting cables and devices
not recommended by Siemens Aktiengesellschaft. The user alone is responsible for
remedying faults that have been caused by such an unauthorized change, or for the use or
the replacement of the device.
See also
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