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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). This Product Complies With 47CFR PART 68.
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the
telephone network must comply with 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 Installation Instructions in the User’s
Guide.
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 local telephone company.
This equipment may 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 alarm equipment, consult your telephone company 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
company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone
company 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 company is required to
inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company
may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could
affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company 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:
• Remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up.
• Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.
General information