Panasonic CF-18 series Operating Instructions Manual

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3 Getting StartedRead Me FirstFederal Communications Commission RadioFrequency Interference StatementNote: This equipment has been tested and found to comply withthe limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of theFCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordancewith the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning the equipmentoff and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interferenceby one or more of the following measures:Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differentfrom that to which the receiver is connected.Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra-dio/TV technician for help.WarningTo assure continued compliance, use only shielded interfacecables when connecting to a computer or peripheral. Also,any changes or modifications not expressly approved by theparty responsible for compliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate this equipment.FCC RF Exposure Warning:This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure lim-its set forth for an uncontrolled environment.This equipment has been approved for portable operation,and unless otherwise advised in separate supplemental in-structions for individual wireless transmitter(s), requiresminimum 1.5 cm spacing be provided between antenna(s)and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wristand feet) during wireless modes of operation.This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters,which may be capable of simultaneous transmission.This equipment is provided with PC Card slot that could beused with wireless transmitters, which will be specificallyrecommended when they become available.Other third-party wireless transmitters have not been RF ex-posure evaluated for use with this computer and may notcomply with FCC RF exposure requirements.This equipment is provided with external antennaconnector(s) for connection to optional Car Mounter orPort Replicator for mobile external mounted antenna(s).External antenna(s) must be professionally installed andcannot exceed recommended maximum antenna gain asdescribed in individual provided supplement instructionsfor wireless transmitters. Also, user must maintain mini-mum 20 cm spacing between external antenna(s) and allperson’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist andfeet) during wireless modes of operation.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operationis subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) This device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of AmericaOne Panasonic WaySecaucus, NJ 07094Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP-5 (1-800-527-8675)For U.S.A.1. This equipment complies with CFR47 Part 68 rules. On thecomputer is a label that contains, among other information,the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number(REN) for this equipment. If required, this information mustbe provided to the telephone company.2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is pro-vided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to beconnected to the telephone network or premises wiring us-ing a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. SeeInstallation Instructions for details.3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices whichmay be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on thetelephone line may result in the devices not ringing in responseto an incoming call. In most, but not all area, the sum of RENsshould not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number ofdevices that may be connected to a line, as determined by thetotal RENs, contact the local telephone company.4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the telephone net-work, the telephone company will notify you in advice that tem-porary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advicenotice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the cus-tomer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your rightto file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.5. The telephone company may take changes in it’s facilities,equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the op-eration of the equipment. If this happens the telephone com-pany will provide advance notice in order for you to makenecessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.6. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair orwarranty information, please contact Matsushita ElectricCorporation of America at DIAL TOLL FREE 1-800-LAPTOP5(1-800-527-8675). If the equipment is causing harm to the tele-phone network, the telephone company may request thatyou disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.7. There are no user serviceable parts contained in this equipment.8. This equipment may not be used on coin service providedby the telephone company. Connection to party lines is sub-ject to state tariffs.9. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes itunlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronicdevice to send any message via a telephone fax machineunless such message clearly contains in a margin at the topor bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of thetransmission, the date and time it is sent and an identificationof the business or other entry, or other individual sendingthe message and the telephone number of the sending ma-chine or such business, other entity, or individual. In order toprogram this information into your fax software, you shouldrefer to the manual of the Fax software being used.10.According to the FCC’s electrical safety advisory, we recom-mend that you may install an AC surge arrestor in the AC outletto which this equipment is connected. Telephone companiesreport that electrical surges, typically lightning transients, arevery destructive to customer terminal equipment connected toAC power sources and that this is a major nationwide problem.“Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or largertelecommunication line cord.”“ATTENTION: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, utiliser uniquement desconducteurs de télécommunications 26 AWG ou de section supérieure.”FCC Regulation Notice for modemThis equipment contains a FCC approved modem.Manufacturer of modem: AMBIT Microsystems CorporationModel No. T60M283.** (** = numbers or alphabet letters)FOR HOME OR OFFICE USETested To ComplyWith FCC Standards