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• In order for the dialer to be able to seize the phone line to report
an alarm or other event when other customer equipment
(telephone, answering system, computer modem, etc.)
connected to the same line is in use, the dialer
must
be
connected to a properly installed RJ-31X jack. The RJ-31X jack
must be connected in series with, and ahead of, all other
equipment attached to the same phone line. Series installation
of an RJ-31X jack is depicted in the wiring diagram. If you have
any questions concerning these instructions, you should
consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
Testing
When programming emergency numbers or making test calls to
emergency numbers, remain on the line and briefly explain to the
dispatcher the reason for the call. Perform programming and testing
activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or late
evenings.
Compliance
•
For equipment approved before July 23, 2001:
This dialer
complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. A label attached to the
dialer contains, among other information, the FCC registration
number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this
equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to
the telephone company.
For equipment approved after July 23, 2001:
This dialer
complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements
adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal
Attachments (ACTA). A label attached to the dialer contains,
among other information, a product identifier in the format
US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this information must be
provided to the telephone company.
• The plug and jack used to connect the dialer to the premises
wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable
FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by ACTA. The dialer
must be connected to a compliant RJ-31X or RJ-38X jack using
a compliant cord. If a modular telephone cord is supplied with
the dialer, it is designed to meet these requirements. See
installation instructions for details.
• A ringer equivalence number (REN) is used to determine how
many devices you can connect to a telephone line. If the total
REN value for all devices connected on a telephone line exceeds
that allowed by the telephone company, the devices may not
ring on an incoming call. In most (but not all) areas the total REN
value should not exceed 5.0. To be certain of the total REN value