Option OGLHW-E WLAN/GSM/GPRS/UMTS/HSDPA QUAD BAND PC DATA CARD User Manual General Release Procedure

Option NV WLAN/GSM/GPRS/UMTS/HSDPA QUAD BAND PC DATA CARD General Release Procedure

Users manual Annex 2

Safety manual:
Option Globetrotter Data Card
OPTION WIRELESS Technologies, Kolonel Begaultlaan 45, B-3012 Leuven
Tel +32 16 317 411 Fax +32 16 207 164 http://www.option.com
Option Confidential
Integration Manual
Author: Roeland Timmermans Version: 2
Creation Date: September 26, 2005 Page: 1 of 6
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About this document
Overview and Purpose
This document describes the safety measurements that have to be taken into account
when using an Option Globetrotter datacard.
Confidentiality
All data and information contained or disclosed by this document is confidential
and proprietary of Option NV, and all rights therein are expressly reserved. By
accepting this document, the recipient agrees that this information is held in
confidence and in trust and will not be used, copied, reproduced in whole or in
part, nor its contents revealed in any manner to others without prior and written
permission of Option NV
Version History
Date Release Version Author(s) Revision(s) Remarks Phase
15/09/05 1.0 – Draft 1 RoelT Initial
version 1.0.0
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Table of contents
1. Introduction............................................................................................................... 3
2. Safety Measurements................................................................................................ 3
General recommendations for use....................................................................... 3
Extreme temperatures.......................................................................................... 3
Explosive atmosphere........................................................................................... 3
Blasting areas – construction sites....................................................................... 4
Do not use on aircraft ........................................................................................... 4
Do not use in hospitals.......................................................................................... 4
Interference from radio signals ........................................................................... 4
Immunity to interference ..................................................................................... 4
Cardiac pacemakers, implanted defibrillators & other medical...................... 5
Hearing devices ..................................................................................................... 5
Children ................................................................................................................. 5
Driving ................................................................................................................... 5
SIM cards............................................................................................................... 5
Accessories............................................................................................................. 5
Traveling................................................................................................................ 6
Safe distance .......................................................................................................... 6
Supply voltage ....................................................................................................... 6
Integration Manual
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1. Introduction
When using the Option Globetrotter it is necessary to pay attention to all safety aspects
described in this document. Using these guidelines is mandatory to provide certainty of
the safe use of the card for the end-user . Breaking these rules may be dangerous or
illegal.
2. Safety Measurements
Following items contain simple recommendations relevant to the use of the Option
datacard, please read them carefully. Not following these guidelines can cause harm to
the card, yourself or other persons in your immediate environment.
General recommendations for use
¾ Always treat your product with care and keep in a clean and
dust-free place. Do not expose your product to open flames or lit
tobacco products.
¾ Do not expose to liquid, moisture or humidity. Do not expose the
datacard to rain, or other liquids. Do not drop, throw or try to
bend your product.
¾ Do not paint your product.
¾ Do not attempt to disassemble your product. Doing so will void
the warranty. Only authorised personnel should do so.
¾ Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
Extreme temperatures
Do not expose the datacard or the antenna to extreme temperatures i.e. outside
of minimum -25 and maximum +70 degrees Celsius.
Explosive atmosphere
Turn off your PC in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is
rare, but your PC could generate sparks. Sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Areas with a
potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always, clearly marked.
They include fuelling areas (petrol filling stations), below deck on boats, fuel
or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Do not transport
or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives in the compartment of your
vehicle which contains your PC and accessories.
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Blasting areas – construction sites
Turn off your PC when in a blasting area in order to avoid interfering with
two-way radios used in blasting operations.
Do not use on aircraft
Using a wireless devices on aircraft can cause interference and is illegal. If
you intend to use your laptop/PDA whilst on an aircraft, you MUST remove
your the datacard before boarding any aircraft. Do not use it on the ground
without permission from the aircraft crew.
Do not use in hospitals
Follow any regulations or rules. In most cases in hospitals, datacards do not
pose any problems. However, using a datacard close to sensitive electronic
devices could possibly result in interference. If you intend to use your
laptop/PDA in such areas, you SHOULD remove the datacard. People are
usually asked to switch off all electronic devices in some selected areas in
hospitals, a recommendation that Option fully supports.
Interference from radio signals
Option relies on health authorities and relevant expert bodies for advice on
any potential undesired responses to radio frequency fields from datacard
technology such as interference to electronic or electrical equipment and
transmission in hazardous environments.
Immunity to interference
In electromagnetic terms, interference is the disturbance of the normal
operation of an electronic or electrical device due to an undesired response to
radio signals from an external source. In relation to the datacard, it is for
example possible to detect a short audible signal over radios or multimedia
personal computers just seconds before the phone rings. These audible signals
do not, however interfere with the operation of the radio, computer or phone.
1989 Directive from the European Commission (89/336/ECC)13 governing all
forms of electronic equipment concerns interference that such equipment
produces and its immunity to interference from outside. Any equipment
compliant with that directive is unlikely to suffer interference. All wireless
devices may get interference which could affect performance.
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Cardiac pacemakers, implanted defibrillators & other medical
implant devices
It is possible that some datacards may interfere with some types of
pacemakers or implanted defibrillators when operated close to the implanted
device. You should seek advice from your doctor for advice for your specific
implant. Health authorities in many countries have set up advisory services for
medical devices and implants including providing advice about maintaining
separation distances between datacards or other radio frequency terminal
equipment and the embedded device. Option operating companies reflect the
advice given by their relevant health authority or national advisory service
and/or as a minimum indicate a separation distance of at least 15cm between
datacards or other radio frequency terminal equipment and the embedded
device.
Hearing devices
People with hearing aids or other cochlear implants may experience
interfering noises when using mobile devices or when one is nearby. The level
of interference will depend on the type of datacard, the type of hearing device
and the distance between the two. Interference may be reduced by keeping a
distance between the mobile device and hearing device.
Children
Do NOT allow children to play with datacard. They could hurt themselves or
others, or could accidentally damage the datacard. Your datacard also contains
small parts with sharp edges that may cause an injury or which could become
detached and create a choking hazard.
Driving
Do NOT use Fusion data card while driving; park the vehicle first.
SIM cards
Inserting and removing the SIM card - precautions against electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Do NOT touch the SIM card connectors. As a precaution,
always make sure that datacard is already in your hand before you insert or
remove the SIM card.
Accessories
Use only approved accessories. Do NOT connect with incompatible products.
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Traveling
Handle the card with care while traveling. It is recommended to remove the
card from the laptop.
Safe distance
Concerning specific safety guidelines we advise the end-user to keep a
minimum distance of 20 cm between himself and the device.
Supply voltage
The PCMCIA card has to be supplied by a limited power source according to
EN 60950-1:2001.

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