Paradyne 3910 operation manual Government Requirements and Equipment Return, United States

Introduction

manner similar to the DCP on the Model 3910. For a better understanding of DCP operation, refer to Chapter 3, DCP Operation.

The COMSPHERE 3000 Series Carrier has a total of 17 slots. The first slot, Slot 0, is reserved for the shared diagnostic unit (SDU) while the remaining 16 slots can house up to 16 Model 3911 modems, or a combination of Model 3911 modems and other units. For more details on the COMSPHERE 3000 Series Carrier, refer to the COMSPHERE 3000 Series Carrier, Installation Manual.

Government Requirements and Equipment Return

Certain governments require that instructions pertaining to modem connection to the public switched telephone network be included in the installation and operation manual. Specific instructions are listed in the following sections.

United States

NOTICE TO USERS OF THE PUBLIC SWITCHED TELEPHONE NETWORK

1.This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. The label is located on the bottom of the Model 3910 modem. This label is located on the Model 3911's circuit card assembly. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

2.Page A of this manual contains the Universal Service Order Codes (USOC) associated with the services on which the equipment is to be connected.

3.An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. See Installation Instructions for details.

4.The ringer equivalence (REN) is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the telephone company to determine the maximum RENs for the calling area.

5.If the 391x Series modem causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

6.The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.

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