Appendix
FCC Part 68 and ACTA
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements
adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label
on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, a product
identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. This identifier must be provided to your
telephone service provider upon request.
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the telephone
network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements
adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with
this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also
compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an
RJ14 jack for two lines. See the installation instructions in the user’s manual.
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine how many devices you may
connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. The REN for
this product is encoded as the 6th and 7th characters following the US: in the product
identifier (e.g., if ## is 03, the REN is 0.3). In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs
should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your telephone service
provider.
This equipment must not be used with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm
dialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this
equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what
will disable the alarm equipment, consult your telephone service provider or a qualified
installer.
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until
the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be
made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the
instructions outlined under the Limited warranty.
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone service
provider may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone service
provider is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not
practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to
correct the problem and the telephone service provider is required to inform you of
your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone service provider may make
changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the
proper functioning of this product. The telephone service provider is required to notify
you if such changes are planned.
If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid
compatible.
If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store emergency
telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire, medical) in these locations. If you do store or test
emergency numbers, please:
f
Remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up.
f
Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.
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