Panasonic Toughbook CF-19ACUAL1M Operating Instructions Manual page 6

Read Me First
For Used in Motor Vehicle
Warning: Check the following Commission Recommendation to determine proper installation and usage of this product
while operating within a motor vehicle.
"Commission Recommendation on safe and effi cient in-vehicle information and communication systems: A European
statement of principles on human machine interface."
Commission Recommendation is available from Offi cial Journal of the European Communities.
Safety Precautions
<Only for model with wireless WAN>
The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage, service or repair of any
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem. Manufacturers of the cellular termi-
nal are advised to convey the following safety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these
guidelines into all manuals supplied with the product. Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety stan-
dards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Panasonic assumes no liability for customer failure to
comply with these precautions.
When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the use of mobiles. Switch Personal
Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem off, if instructed to do so by the guide-
lines posted in sensitive areas. Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF energy.
The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equipment and hearing aids can be affected
by interference from Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem placed
close to the device. If in doubt about potential danger, contact the physician or the manufacturer of the device
to verify that the equipment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are advised to keep their Personal Com-
puter or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem away from the pacemaker, while it is on.
Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem before boarding an
aircraft. Make sure it cannot be switched on inadvertently. The operation of wireless appliances in an aircraft
is forbidden to prevent interference with communications systems. Failure to observe these instructions may
lead to the suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.
For details on usage of this unit in aircrafts please consult and follow instruction provided by the airline.
Do not operate Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem in the pres-
ence of fl ammable gases or fumes. Switch off the cellular terminal when you are near petrol stations, fuel
depots, chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress. Operation of any electrical equipment in
potentially explosive atmospheres can constitute a safety hazard.
Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem receives and transmits
radio frequency energy while switched on. Remember that interference can occur if it is used close to TV sets,
radios, computers or inadequately shielded equipment. Follow any special regulations and always switch off
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem wherever forbidden, or when
you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.
Road safety comes fi rst! Do not use a Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless
WAN modem while driving a vehicle. Do not place the computer with wireless WAN modem in an area where
it could cause personal injury to the driver or passengers. It is recommended to stow the unit in the boot or
secure stowage area while driving.
Do not place the computer with wireless WAN modem in an area over an air bag or in the vicinity where an air
bag may deploy.
Air bags infl ate with great force and if the computer with wireless WAN modem is placed in the air bag deploy-
ment area may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
IMPORTANT!
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem operate using radio signals
and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed to connect in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely
solely upon any wireless device for essential communications, for example emergency calls.
Remember, in order to make or receive calls, Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wire-
less WAN modem must be switched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.
Some networks do not allow for emergency calls if certain network services or phone features are in use (e.g.
lock functions, fi xed dialing etc.). You may need to deactivate those features before you can make an emer-
gency call.
Some networks require that a valid SIM card be properly inserted in Personal Computer or Handheld Com-
puter incorporating wireless WAN modem.
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