Icom D-STAR Instruction Manual - Page 2

IMPORTANT READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY before attempting to operate the re- peater. SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for the ID-RP4000V. Refer to the ID-RP2 instruction manual, supplied with the ID-RP2C, about D-star system repeater instruction, installation and precautions, etc. for details. Because of this instruction manual describes IDRP4000V's particular installation and precautions only. EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS WORD DEFINITION R WARNING sPheorscoknmalayinojucrcy,urf.ire hazard or electric CAUTION Equipment damage may occur. If disregarded, inconvenience only. NOTE No risk or personal injury, fire or electric shock. PRECAUTIONS R WARNING RF EXPOSURE! This device emits Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Extreme caution should be observed when operating this device. If you have any questions regarding RF exposure and safety standards please refer to the Federal Communications Commission Office of Engineering and Technology's report on Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields (OET Bulletin 65). R WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER attach an antenna or internal antenna connector during transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or burn. R NEVER expose the ID-RP4000V to rain, snow or any liquids. These units have no water protection. AVOID using or placing the ID-RP4000V in areas with temperatures below -10°C (+14°F) or above +50°C (+122°F). Be aware that temperatures can exceed 80°C (+176°F), resulting in permanent damage to the repeater if left there for extended periods. AVOID placing the ID-RP4000V in excessively dusty environments or in direct sunlig ht. Place the repeater in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by children. R WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER install the antenna at any place that person touch the antenna easily during transmission. This may result in an electrical shock or burn. R NEVER apply AC to the [DC 13.8V IN] connector. This could cause a fire or ruin the repeater. R NEVER apply more than 16 V DC, such as a 24 V battery, to the [DC 13.8V IN] connector on the repeater. This could cause a fire or ruin the repeater. R NEVER let metal, wire or other objects touch any internal part or connectors on the repeater. This may result in an electric shock. DO NOT use chemical agents such as benzine or alcohol when cleaning, as they can damage the repeater's surfaces. DO NOT modify the repeater for any reason. Use the specified fuse only. For the U.S.A. only CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this repeater, not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this repeater under FCC regulations. R NEVER operate or touch the ID-RP4000V with wet hands. This may result in an electric shock or damage to the repeater unit. Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other products or brands are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. i