AT&T U-verse VAP2500 Quick Start Manual Download Page 1

AT&T U-verse

VAP2500 Wireless Access Point

Quick Start Guide

Safety and Compliance

WARNING:

 TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN 

OR MOISTURE. THE UNIT MUST NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING. DO NOT 

PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ON THE UNIT.

CAUTION:

 TO ENSURE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, USE ONLY THE PROVIDED POWER AND 

INTERFACE CABLES.

CAUTION: DO NOT OPEN THE UNIT. DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN 

THAT CONTAINED IN THE INSTALLATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS. 

REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s 

instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. 

Modifications not approved by Motorola may void the user’s authority to operate the 

device.

Postpone Wireless Access Point installation until there is no risk of thunderstorm or lightning 

activity in the area.
Do not overload outlets or extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 

Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire 

insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard.
Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed 

upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords where they are attached to plugs and 

convenience receptacles, and examine the point where they exit from the product.
Place this equipment in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate 

the length of the power cord.
Place this equipment on a stable surface.
When using this device, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk 

of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

• 

Read all of the instructions before you operate this equipment. Give particular attention to 

all safety precautions. Retain the instructions for future reference.

• 

Comply with all warning and caution statements in the instructions. Observe all warning and 

caution symbols that are affixed to this equipment.

• 

Comply with all instructions that accompany this equipment.

• 

Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a risk of electric shock 

from lightning. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it 

is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet, and 

disconnect the cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and 

power surges.

• 

Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the product’s marking 

label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or 

local power company.

• 

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to 

perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

It is recommended that the customer install an AC surge protector in the AC outlet to which 

this device is connected. This is to avoid damaging the equipment by local lightning strikes and 

other electrical surges.
Different types of cord sets may be used for connections to the main supply circuit. Use only a 

main line cord that complies with all applicable product safety requirements of the country of 

use.
Installation of this product must be in accordance with national wiring codes.
Place unit to allow for easy access when disconnecting the power cord/adapter of the device 

from the AC wall outlet.
Wipe the unit with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do not 

spray cleaners directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust.
This product was qualified under test conditions that included the use of the supplied cables 

between system components. To be in compliance with regulations, the user must use these 

cables and install them properly. Connect the unit to a grounding type AC wall outlet using the 

power adapter supplied with the unit.
Do not cover the device, or block the airflow to the device with any other objects. Keep the 

device away from excessive heat and humidity and keep the device free from vibration and 

dust.
Installation must at all times conform to local regulations.

FCC ComplianCe Class B Digital DeviCe 

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital 

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to provide reasonable 

protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, 

uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with 

the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is 

no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  If this equipment does 

cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning 

the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the 

following measures:

• 

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• 

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is 

connected.

• 

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola for compliance could 

void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For operation within 5.15 ~5.25GHz /5.25 ~5.35GHz/5.47 ~5.725GHz frequency range, it 

is restricted to indoor environment. The band from 5600-5650MHz will be disabled by the 

software during the manufacturing and cannot be changed by the end user. This device meets 

all the other requirements specified in Part 15E, Section 15.407 of the FCC Rules. 

impoRtant note: 

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 

environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm 

between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or 

transmitter.
Firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

FCC DeClaRation oF ConFoRmity 

Motorola, Inc., Broadband Communications Sector, 101 Tournament Drive, Horsham, PA 19044, 

1-215-323-1000, declares under sole responsibility that the VAP2500 complies with 47 CFR 

Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules as Class B digital devices. These devices comply with Part 15 

of FCC Rules. Operation of these devices is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These 

devices may not cause harmful interference, and (2) these devices must accept any interference 

that may cause undesired operation.

WiReless lan inFoRmation 

The VAP2500 products are wireless network products that use Orthogonal freguency-division 

multiplexing (OFDM) radio technology. These products are designed to be inter-operable with 

any other wireless OFDM type product that complies with:

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The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A and Revision N), as defined and 

approved by the Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers.

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The Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance.

WiReless lan anD youR HealtH 

The VAP2500, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy, but 

operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations. 

RestRiCtions on use oF WiReless DeviCes 

In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted by the 

proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. For example, 

using wireless equipment in any environment where the risk of interference to other devices or 

services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the applicable policy for the use of wireless equipment in a specific 

organization or environment, you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device prior 

to turning on the equipment. 
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by 

unauthorized modification of the devices included with this product, or the substitution or 

attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by the manufacturer. 

Correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution, or 

attachment is the responsibility of the user.
The manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or 

violation of government regulations that may arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.

FCC CeRtiFiCation 

The VAP2500 contains a radio transmitter and accordingly have been certified as compliant 

with 47 CFR Part 15 of the FCC Rules for intentional radiators. Products that contain a radio 

transmitter are labeled with FCC ID and the FCC logo.

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revision or change. Motorola provides this guide without warranty of any kind, implied or expressed, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Motorola 

may make improvements or changes in the product(s) described in this manual at any time.

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