Consumer Information and FCC Requirements
Telephone Connection
•This equipment complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission rules. These rules permit this device to be directly connected to the telephone network. Standardized jacks are used for these connections. This equipment should not be used on party lines or coin lines.
•If this device is malfunctioning, it may also cause harm to the telephone network; this device should be disconnected until the source of the problem can be determined and until it has been repaired. If this is not done, the telephone company may temporarily disconnect your service.
•The telephone company may make changes in its technical operations and procedures. If such changes affect the compatibility or use of this device, the telephone company is required to give adequate notice of the changes.
•If the telephone company requests information on what equipment is connected to their lines, inform them of:
a The telephone number this unit is connected to b The ringer equivalence number
c The USOC jack required:
Items (b) and (c) are indicated on the label. The ringer equivalence number (REN) is used to determine how many devices can be connected to your telephone line. In most areas, the sum of the RENs on any one line should not exceed five (5.0). If too many devices are attached, they may not ring properly.
•In the event of equipment malfunction, the manufacturer or an authorized repair center should perform all repairs. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the problem to the manufacturer, or an authorized agent. Refer to “Where to Get Help” in this document for contact information.
Statement of Fax Branding
The Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via telephone fax machine, unless it clearly contains: a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent, identification of the business or other entity, or individual sending the message, the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, entity, or individual.
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