
Chapter 5 General specifications
Important note: Indicates a situation that can result in damages to this instrument if it is not
avoided. Information that must be particularly emphasised.
Note: Information that supplements the specifications in the main text.
5.5.2 Safety and preventative measures for handling GSM/GPRS modems
Observe the following safety and preventative measures during all phases of installation, operation,
maintenance or repair of a GSM/GPRS modem. The manufacturer shall not be held liable if the
customer disregards these preventative measures.
CAUTION:
The GSM/GPRS modem connection may not be used in hazardous environments.
No guarantee of any kind, whether implicit or explicit, is given by the manufacturer and its
suppliers for the use with high risk activities.
In addition to the following safety considerations, all directives of the country in which the device is
installed must be complied with.
Important note: No liability shall be assumed at any time and under no condition for the
connection via a GSM/GPRS modem for whose use radio signals and networks are utilized,
The GSM/GPRS modem must be switched on and be operated in an area where sufficient
signal strength is present.
5.5.2.1 Safety and precautionary measures for the installation of the GSM/GPRS modem
lThis device must only be installed by a trained technician who applies the recognised
installation practices for a radio frequency transmitter including the correct grounding of
external antennas.
lThe device must not be operated in hospitals and/or in the vicinity of medical equipment such
as heart pacemakers or hearing aids.
lThe device must not be subjected to strong vibrations or impacts.
lThe GSM/GPRS modem can cause interferences if it is in the vicinity of television sets, radios
or computers.
lDo not open the GSM/GPRS modem. Any modification to the equipment is prohibited and will
result in the operating licence being revoked.
lThe use of GSM services (SMS messages/data communication/GPRS, etc.) may lead to
additional costs. The user alone is responsible for any resulting damages and costs.
lDo not install the device in any other way to the one described in the operating instructions.
Improper use will invalidate the warranty.
5.5.2.2 Safety measures for installing the antenna
lOnly use antennas that are recommended or supplied by the manufacturer.
lThe antenna must be installed at a distance of at least 20cm from individuals.
lThe antenna must not be extended outside protected buildings and must be protected against
lightning strikes.
Rev. 03 15