ViA User Manual v2.0

1.The power cable and battery must be removed from the device for Power Disconnection.

2.Remove phone or ISDN cables from the codec before removing a module or servicing.

THUNDERSTORM AND LIGHTNING WARNING:

DO NOT USE Tieline codecs during thunderstorms and lightning. You may suffer an injury using a phone, Tieline codec, or any device connected to a phone during a thunderstorm. This can lead to personal injury and in extreme cases may be fatal. Protective devices can be fitted to the line, however, due to the extremely high voltages and energy levels involved in lightning strikes, these devices may not offer protection to the users, or the Tieline codec and equipment connected to the codec.

Secondary strikes can occur. These secondary strikes are induced by lightning strikes and also produce dangerously high currents and energy levels. You only need to be near an object struck by lightning to lead to personal injury or damage to equipment. e.g. if you are located near a lighting tower at a sports facility, water features and drains on golf courses, you may be affected by these secondary strikes.  

Damage to personnel and Tieline codecs may occur during thunderstorm, even if the codec is turned off but remains connected to the phone or ISDN system, LAN or the power.

ANY DAMAGE TO A TIELINE PRODUCT CAUSED BY LIGHTNING or an ELECTRICAL STORM WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

DIGITAL PHONE SYSTEM WARNING:

DO NOT CONNECT THE ANALOG POTS MODULE TO A DIGITAL PHONE SYSTEM. PERMANENT DAMAGE MAY OCCUR! If you are unfamiliar with any facility, check that the line you are using is NOT a digital line.  If the Tieline codec becomes faulty due to the use of a digital phone system, the WARRANTY WILL BE VOID.

SAFETY PRECAUTION:

•Any procedures that involve opening panels or changing components must be performed by qualified service personnel only.

SERVICING WARNINGS:

•Do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

•All work should be carried out by suitably qualified personnel.

LINE VOLTAGE:

•Before connecting the AC adapter to the power line, make sure the voltage of the power source matches the requirements of the device. Refer to the device Specifications for information about the correct power rating for the unit.

WARNING: To Reduce the Risk of Electrical Shock and Fire

1.All servicing must be undertaken only by qualified service personnel. There are not user serviceable parts inside the unit.

2.DO NOT plug in, turn on or attempt to operate an obviously damaged unit.

3.Ensure that the chassis ventilation slots/holes in the unit are NOT COVERED OR BLOCKED.

4.Do not operate the device in a location where the maximum ambient temperature exceeds 40°C (104°F), or is below 0°C (32°F).

LITHIUM-ION BATTERY WARNINGS:

1.Please read the RRC2057 battery user manual shipped with this product before use. It includes very important safety, charging, operational and disposal information. This user manual can also be downloaded at http://www.rrc-ps.com/.

2.For safety reasons, the battery is prevented from discharging (i.e. from powering the codec) if the internal temperature reaches a pre-set threshold. If a battery temperature warning is displayed, the battery should be removed from the codec and allowed to cool.

3.For safety reasons, the battery is prevented from charging if the internal temperature reaches a pre-set threshold. Move the codec to a cooler location to allow the battery to continue charging.

4.If a battery is installed and the “battery unavailable” icon appears (or the battery icon doesn’t appear at all). The battery should immediately be removed from the codec. Please contact Tieline if this situation persists.

5.The battery may continue to charge when external power is applied to the codec even when the codec is off.

6.When external power is not being applied to the codec, the battery will discharge slowly even if the codec is off. To avoid depleting the battery it should be removed from the codec when not in use.

BATTERY TRANSPORTATION

1.This device includes a Lithium-ion battery and it is the owner’s responsibility to ship this device in full compliance with all of the latest applicable transportation regulations. For air transport, refer to current IATA and FAA regulations, as appropriate, and to your carrier for air transport compliance information. For worldwide sea transportation compliance information refer to the IMO-IMDG code (special provision 188). For European road transportation compliance information see ADR (special provision 188).

2.When the codec is first shipped from Tieline to the customer the battery pack is delivered in shipping-mode (status display off, no measurable voltage at the connector).

3.Please request the RRC2057 Material Safety Data Sheet from RRC at http://www.rrc-ps.com/ for additional transportation and regulatory information.

GENERAL WARNINGS:

1.Do not operate the codec on a hot surface.

2.Only operate the codec within the specified environmental conditions. The codec is considered to be in an operational state when external power is being supplied or the battery is installed, even if the codec is off.

3.If the environmental conditions exceed the specified values, the codec should be switched off, external power should be removed and the battery should be removed from the codec.

RADIO FREQUENCY SAFETY INFORMATION:

IMPORTANT: To satisfy radio frequency exposure compliance requirements, the antenna and transmitter in the ViA codec must be at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be used in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

The device has an internal Wi-Fi antenna which is located at the rear of the unit. For optimum performance with minimum power consumption do not shield the device or cover with any object. Covering the antenna affects signal quality, may cause the product to operate at a higher power level than needed, and may shorten battery life.

SAFE LISTENING GUIDANCE

WARNING: LISTENING TO AUDIO AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE. USE AS LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE.

Over exposure to excessive sound levels can damage your ears resulting in permanent noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Please use applicable health and safety authority guidelines on maximum exposure limits. As a rule of thumb, avoid extended periods listening to sound pressure levels (SPLs) of 85dBA or higher.

CHINESE SAFETY WARNINGS:

This device must only be used in not-tropical climate regions.

This device must only be used at altitude not exceeding 2000 meters.

JAPANESE SAFETY WARNINGS:

Statement for Class A VCCI-certified Equipment:

Translation of previous Class A VCCI Statement: This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective action.

Special Notices for North American Users:

For North American power connection, select a power supply cord that is UL Listed and CSA Certified 3 - conductor, [18 AWG], terminated in a molded on plug cap rated 125 V, [5 A], with a minimum length of 1.5m [six feet] but no longer than 4.5m.

Special Notices for European Users:

For European connection, select a power supply cord that is internationally harmonized and marked “<HAR>”, 3 - conductor, 0,75 mm2 minimum mm2 wire, rated 300 V, with a PVC insulated jacket. The cord must have a molded on plug cap rated 250 V, 3 A.

Interconnection Cabling:

Cables for connecting to the unit's RS232 and Ethernet Interfaces must be UL certified type DP-1 or DP-2. (Note: when residing in non-LPS circuit)

Overcurrent Protection:

A readily accessible listed branch-circuit over current protective device rated 15 A must be incorporated in the building wiring for the power input.

Replaceable Batteries:

The equipment is provided with replaceable batteries, and if replaced by an incorrect battery type, then an explosion may occur.

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT BATTERY TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

This equipment is provided with a long life replaceable Panasonic CR2032 model 3V manganese dioxide lithium coin battery. Service personnel should only replace this battery with the same brand and type of battery. If this is replaced by an incorrect battery type, then an explosion may occur. Contact the manufacturer to view the Material Safety Data Sheet for this battery.

This equipment is provided with a replaceable RRC2057 Lithium-ion battery. Service personnel should only replace this battery with the same brand and type of battery. If this is replaced by an incorrect battery type, then an explosion may occur. Contact the manufacturer to view the Material Safety Data Sheet for this battery.