xvRinger Equivalence NumberThe Ringer Equivalence Number and FCC Registration Number for this machine maybe found on the label located on the bottom or rear of the machine. In some instancesyou may need to provide these numbers to the telephone company.The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is a measure of the electrical load placed onthe telephone line, and is useful for determining whether you have “overloaded” theline. Installing several types of equipment on the same telephone line may result inproblems making and receiving telephone calls, especially ringing when your line iscalled. The sum of all Ringer Equivalence Numbers of the equipment on yourtelephone line should be less than five in order to assure proper service from thetelephone company. In some cases, a sum of five may not be usable on your line. Ifany of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediatelyremove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network.WARNING:FCC Regulations state that changes or modifications to this equipment not expresslyapproved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate thisequipment. In the event that terminal equipment causes harm to the telephonenetwork, the telephone company should notify the customer that service may bestopped. However, where prior notice is impractical, the company may temporarilycease service, providing that they:a) promptly notify the customer.b) give the customer an opportunity to correct the equipment problem.c) inform the customer of the right to bring a complaint to the Federal CommunicationCommission pursuant to procedures set out in FCC Rules and Regulations SubpartE of Part 68.You should also know that:• Your machine is not designed to be connected to a digital PBX system.• If you intend to use a computer modem or fax modem on the same phone line asyour machine, you may experience transmission and reception problems with allthe equipment. It is recommended that no other equipment, except for a regulartelephone, share the line with your machine.• If your area experiences a high incidence of lightning or power surges, werecommend that you install surge protectors for both the power and the telephonelines. Surge protectors can be purchased from your dealer or telephone andelectronic specialty stores.• When programming emergency numbers and/or making test calls to emergencynumbers, use a non-emergency number to advise the emergency servicedispatcher of your intentions. The dispatcher will give you further instructions onhow to actually test the emergency number.
