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3.13 Telephone
Requirements
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DC Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) = 0.5B
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AC Ringer Equivalence Number = 1.3
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Complies with FCC Part 8
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices that may be connected to the
telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs
should not exceed five (5). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected
to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company to determine
the maximum REN for the calling area.
3.14 Digital Communicator
Before connecting the 7100-D to the public switched telephone network, the installation
of two (2) lines is necessary. The following information is provided if required by the local
telephone company:
Manufacturer:
Gamewell-FCI
12 Clintonville Road
Northford, CT 06472-1610 USA
Product Model Number: 7100-D
FCC Registration Number: 6KWUSA-34215-AL-T
Ringer Equivalence: 0.5B
3.15 Telephone
Company
Rights and Warnings
The telephone company, under certain circumstances, may temporarily discontinue
services and/or make changes in its facilities, services, equipment or procedures which
may affect the operation of this digital communicator. However, the telephone company is
required to give advance notice of such changes or interruptions. If the digital
communicator causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company reserves
the right to temporarily discontinue service. Advance notification will be provided except
in cases when advance notice is not practical. In such cases, notification will be provided
as soon as possible. The opportunity will be given to correct any problems and to file a
complaint.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS PRODUCT TO COIN TELEPHONE, GROUND START OR
PARTY LINE SERVICES.
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When the digital communicator activates, premise phones will be disconnected.
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Two separate phone lines are required. Do not connect both telephone interfaces to the
same telephone line.
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The digital communicator must be connected to the public switched telephone network
upstream of any private telephone system at the protected premises.
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This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises
wiring via terminal blocks.
3.16 FCC Required Information
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. The Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) is listed in Section 3.13, while the FCC Registration Number is listed in
Section 3.14. These numbers must be provided to the telephone company, if requested.
3.17 Repairs
The 7100-D Digital Communicator does not contain any user-serviceable parts. The unit
must be returned to the factory for repair through an authorized Gamewell-FCI distributor.
