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OPERATIONAL & SAFETY NOTICES
Concentrated energy from a directional antenna may pose a health hazard to
humans. Do not allow people to come closer to the antenna than the distances
listed in the table below when the transmitter is operating. More information on
RF exposure can be found online at the following website:
www.fcc.gov/oet/info/documents/bulletins .
FCC Part 15 Notice
Users must comply with the following requirements:
Operation of this device is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modification or changes to this device without the express
approval of the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this device. Furthermore, this device
is intended to be used only when installed in accordance with the instructions outlined in this manual.
Failure to comply with these instructions may void the user’s authority to operate this device.
CSA/us Notice
This product is pending approval for use in Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C & D Hazardous Locations.
Such locations are defined in Article 500 of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) publication
NFPA 70, otherwise known as the National Electrical Code. The transceiver has been recognized for use
in these hazardous locations by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) which also issues the US mark
of approval (CSA/US). The CSA Certification is in accordance with CSA STD C22.2 No. 213-M1987.
CSA Conditions of Approval: The transceiver is not acceptable as a stand-alone unit for use in the
hazardous locations described above. It must either be mounted within another piece of equipment which
is certified for hazardous locations, or installed within guidelines, or conditions of approval, as set forth
by the approving agencies. These conditions of approval are as follows:
The transceiver must be mounted within a separate enclosure which is suitable for the intended applica-
tion.The antenna feedline, DC power cable and interface cable must be routed through conduit in accor-
dance with the National Electrical Code.
Installation, operation and maintenance of the transceiver should be in accordance with the transceiver's
installation manual, and the National Electrical Code. Tampering or replacement with non-factory com-
ponents may adversely affect the safe use of the transceiver in hazardous locations, and may void the
approval. A power connector with screw-type retaining screws as supplied by GE MDS must be used.
Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been switched off or
the area is known to be non-hazardous. Refer to Articles 500 through
502 of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) for further information
on hazardous locations and approved Division 2 wiring methods.
Antenna Gain vs. Recommended Safety Distance
(MDS SD9 Radio)
Antenna Gain
0–5 dBi 5–10 dBi 10–16.5 dBi
Minimum RF
Safety Distance 0.
46
meter .
82
meters
1
.
74
meters
RF Exposure
EXPLOSION
HAZARD!