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This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. The
anticopy process is licensed for non-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
Article 820-40 of the NEC (National Electrical Code) provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point cable entry as practical.
WARNING
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC (U. S. A.) Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Regulations and Information
This equipment 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 interference
to radio or television reception (which you can determine by turning the equipment off and on), you are encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Change the position of the DIRECTV
®
Receiver with respect to the radio or television equipment that is receiving the interference.
2. Move the DIRECTV Receiver away from the equipment that is receiving the interference.
3. Plug the DIRECTV Receiver into a different outlet so that the DIRECTV Receiver and the equipment receiving the interference are
on different branch circuits.
4. Use shielded cables and I/O cords with this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations.
5. If these measures do not eliminate the interference, you should consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician
for help.
IMPORTANT
Any change or modifications to the equipment by the user not expressly approved by the warranty or manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Domestic use U. S. A – For units used at 110V, use only the power supply cord which is supplied with the product.
ANALOG DEVICE WARNINGS
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Part 68 and Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA)
This device complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. A label on the rear panel of this
equipment contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this information
must be provided to the telephone company. The REN is used to determine the number of devices that 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 RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be
connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.The REN for this product is part of the
product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point. For
the DSX 5500 or DSX 5540, 01 means a REN of 0.1.
Note: RENs are associated with loop-start and ground-start ports. Do not use for E & M or digital ports.
This equipment uses the following USOC jack: RJ-11C.
No modular plug is provided with this equipment.
If the DSX 5500 or DSX 5540 causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary
interruption of service may be required. But 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 necessary
modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.
If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the
equipment until the problem is resolved.
This equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service
is subject to state tariffs (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for
information).
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this DSX 5500 or
DSX 5540 does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your tele-
phone company or a qualified installer.
For repair or warranty information on hardware service only, please call: 1-800-464-1131.
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