4Read Me FirstGetting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendixThese symbols are only valid in theEuropean Union. If you wish to dis-card this product, please contactyour local authorities or dealer andask for the correct method of dis-posal. 53-M-1The following safety precautions must be observed duringall phases of the operation, usage, service or repair of anyPersonal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporatingwireless WAN modem. Manufacturers of the cellular ter-minal are advised to convey the following safety informa-tion to users and operating personnel and to incorporatethese guidelines into all manuals supplied with the prod-uct. Failure to comply with these precautions violatessafety standards of design, manufacture and intendeduse of the product. Panasonic assumes no liability forcustomer failure to comply with these precautions.When in a hospital or other health care facility,observe the restrictions on the use of mobiles.Switch Personal Computer or Handheld Computerincorporating wireless WAN modem off, if instructedto do so by the guidelines posted in sensitive areas.Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.The operation of cardiac pacemakers, otherimplanted medical equipment and hearing aids canbe affected by interference from Personal Computeror Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WANmodem placed close to the device. If in doubt aboutpotential danger, contact the physician or the manu-facturer of the device to verify that the equipment isproperly shielded. Pacemaker patients are advisedto keep their Personal Computer or Handheld Com-puter incorporating wireless WAN modem away fromthe pacemaker, while it is on.Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Com-puter incorporating wireless WAN modem beforeboarding an aircraft. Make sure it cannot be switchedon inadvertently. The operation of wireless appli-ances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interfer-ence with communications systems. Failure toobserve these instructions may lead to the suspen-sion or denial of cellular services to the offender,legal action, or both.For details on usage of this unit in aircrafts pleaseconsult and follow instruction provided by the airline.Do not operate Personal Computer or HandheldComputer incorporating wireless WAN modem in thepresence of flammable gases or fumes. Switch offthe cellular terminal when you are near petrol sta-tions, fuel depots, chemical plants or where blastingoperations are in progress. Operation of any electri-cal equipment in potentially explosive atmospherescan constitute a safety hazard.Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computerincorporating wireless WAN modem receives andtransmits radio frequency energy while switched on.Remember that interference can occur if it is usedclose to TV sets, radios, computers or inadequatelyshielded equipment. Follow any special regulationsand always switch off Personal Computer or Hand-held Computer incorporating wireless WAN modemwherever forbidden, or when you suspect that it maycause interference or danger.Road safety comes first! Do not use a PersonalComputer or Handheld Computer incorporating wire-less WAN modem while driving a vehicle. Do notplace the computer with wireless WAN modem in anarea where it could cause personal injury to thedriver or passengers. It is recommended to stow theunit in the boot or secure stowage area while driving.Do not place the computer with wireless WANmodem in an area over an air bag or in the vicinitywhere an air bag may deploy.Air bags inflate with great force and if the computerwith wireless WAN modem is placed in the air bagdeployment area may be propelled with great forceand cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.IMPORTANT!Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorpo-rating wireless WAN modem operate using radio sig-nals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed toconnect in all conditions. Therefore, you shouldnever rely solely upon any wireless device for essen-tial communications, for example emergency calls.Remember, in order to make or receive calls, Per-sonal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporat-ing wireless WAN modem must be switched on andin a coverage area with adequate cellular signalstrength.Some networks do not allow for emergency calls ifcertain network services or phone features are in use(e.g. lock functions, fixed dialing etc.). You may needto deactivate those features before you can make anemergency call.Some networks require that a valid SIM card beproperly inserted in Personal Computer or HandheldComputer incorporating wireless WAN modem.Federal Communications Commission Radio Fre-quency Interference StatementNote: This equipment has been tested and found to com-ply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will notoccur in a particular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio or television recep-tion, which can be determined by turning the equipmentoff and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.Information for Users on Collectionand Disposal of Old Equipment andused BatteriesSafety PrecautionsModels for U.S.A.
