SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMATION

For your safety and protection, read this entire user manual before you attempt to use the Regional BGAN Satellite IP Modem. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary.

WARNING SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL

This section introduces the various types of warnings used in this document to alert you to possible safety hazards.

WARNING

Potential radio Frequency (RF) hazard. Where you see this alert symbol and WARNING heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid injury to eyes or other personal injury.

WARNING

Where you see this alert symbol and WARNING heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid personal injury.

DANGER

Electric shock hazard: Where you see this alert symbol and DANGER heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid electric shock injury or death.

WARNINGS FOR THE SATELLITE IP MODEM

Do not stand in front of the Antenna.

This device emits radio frequency energy when in the transmit mode. To avoid injury, do not place head or other body parts in front of the satellite antenna when system is operational. Maintain a distance of one meter away from the front of the Satellite IP Modem’s antenna.

Properly ground the Antenna

Failure to properly ground the optional external antenna may result in severe personal injury or death. Do not attempt to ground the optional external antenna unless you have the skills to do so in accordance with local electrical codes.

Do not operate during Electrical Storms

Operation of the Satellite IP Modem during electrical storms may result in severe personal injury or death. Disconnect the Satellite IP Modem from computer and store unit indoors if lightning is anticipated in the area of operation.

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