General Dynamics Itronix IX550AC555 Laptop with build-in Dual Band CDMA PCMCIA Card User Manual

General Dynamics Itronix Corporation Laptop with build-in Dual Band CDMA PCMCIA Card Users Manual

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Identification GoBook MAX (IX550) Help August 2001 · Revision 003 Copyright Notice © Copyright 2001 Itronix Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any other language or computer language in whole or in part, in any form or by any means, whether it be electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual, or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Itronix Corporation, South 801 Stevens Street, Spokane, Washington 99204. Disclaimer This document is printed in the U.S.A. Itronix Corporation reserves the right to revise the manual and make periodic changes to the content without a direct or inferred obligation to Itronix to notify any person of such revision or changes. Itronix Corporation does not assume responsibility for the use of this help manual, nor for any patent infringements or other rights or third parties who may use the manual. This document contains valuable trade secrets and proprietary information of Itronix Corporation. This product is available for purchase under the terms of the Itronix Hardware Purchase and Software License Agreement. Itronix hardware products may be reconditioned, or be manufactured from parts and components that may be new, used, rebuilt, or recycled and in some cases, the hardware product may not be new and may have been previously installed. In any event, Itronix warranty terms apply. Trademark Notice Itronix is a registered trademark of Itronix Corporation. GoBook MAX is a registered trademark of Itronix Corporation Microsoft, MS, Windows, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Compliance Statements The GoBook MAX (IX550) computer has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed 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. The GoBook MAX (IX550) computer complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the GoBook MAX™ Help  Legal Information Page 1 of 3Legal Information4/16/2003mk:@MSITStore:C:\IX550manualmods\AC550555\IX550AC555%20AC550\GBOOKM...
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 REN for the calling area. The GoBook MAX (IX550) computer may be connected to the telephone network using the RJ-11 jack provided. If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. If advance notice isn’t 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. 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. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact the equipment manufacturer for repair and/or warranty information. Do not attempt repairs of this equipment yourself without obtaining manufacturer authorized parts and documentation. If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. Compliance Statement for Canada NOTICE The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility , telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. CAUTION! Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. The GoBook MAX (IX550) computer may be connected to the telephone network using the RJ-11 jack provided. Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in 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 and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. In order to program this information into your fax machine, you should complete the following: This information is entered through the FAX application software you have installed. Consult your FAX software documentation for instructions about entering this information. Warnings and Cautions WARNING It is important that only authorized Itronix personnel attempt repairs on Itronix equipment as this might void any maintenance contract with your company. Unauthorized service personnel might be subject to shock hazard on some Itronix equipment if removal of protective covers is attempted. The product you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable and, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Do not crush the battery or place it in a fire. Check with your local solid-waste officials for details on recycling options or proper disposal. Page 2 of 3Legal Information4/16/2003mk:@MSITStore:C:\IX550manualmods\AC550555\IX550AC555%20AC550\GBOOKM...
CAUTION Internal components of the GoBook MAX (IX550) computer will be damaged if exposed to contaminants. When dust covers, the PC card door, or the bottom access panel are open on the computer, shield the unit from all contaminants such as liquids, rain, snow, and dust. CAUTION "To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements this device must be operated with a minimum separation distance of 20.0cm (8.0 inches) between the user/nearby persons and the antenna, with the antenna in the vertical upright position, which is the intended operating position of the antenna when using the Sierra Wireless AirCard 555/550 CDMA modem with this unit." "The antenna location is fixed in the upper left edge of the display screen and is not to be relocated" "The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision "CTR21"] for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance. Safety Information The following safety symbols are used in this manual to indicate potentially dangerous situations. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING or CAUTION until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met. 79_0100_003 13 August 2001 Page 3 of 3Legal Information4/16/2003mk:@MSITStore:C:\IX550manualmods\AC550555\IX550AC555%20AC550\GBOOKM...

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