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FCC, ACTA and IC regulations
FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a
Class B digital device under Part of the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful 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 or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: () this device may not cause harmful interference, and () this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation. Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this telephone.
To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio
frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to
the intended usage of the product. This product has been tested and found to comply
with the FCC criteria. The handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. The
telephone base shall be installed and used such that parts of the user’s body other than
the hands are maintained at a distance of approximately 0 cm (8 inches) or more.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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 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 RJ
jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ 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 th 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 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 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
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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:
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.
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