Chapter 1 ________________________________________________________ General Information
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RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCY STATEMENT (USA)
The United States Federal Communications Commission (in 47 CFR
15.838) has specified that the following notice be brought to the attention
of users of this kind of product in the USA:
Federal communications commission radio frequency interference
statement
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used properly, that is in strict accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and
television reception. The Visibility Sensor is designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference in an airport
installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment causes 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 or more of the following measures:
- reorient the receiving antenna
- relocate the device with respect to the receiver
- move the device away from the receiver
If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions.
ESD Protection
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can cause immediate or latent damage to
electronic circuits. Vaisala products are adequately protected against
ESD for their intended use. However, it is possible to damage the product
by delivering electrostatic discharges when touching, removing, or
inserting any objects inside the equipment housing.
To make sure you are not delivering high static voltages yourself:
- Handle ESD sensitive components on a properly grounded and
protected ESD workbench. When this is not possible, ground yourself
to the equipment chassis before touching the boards. Ground yourself
with a wrist strap and a resistive connection cord. When neither of the
above is possible, touch a conductive part of the equipment chassis
with your other hand before touching the boards.
- Always hold the boards by the edges and avoid touching the
component contacts.