User manual

PREFACE

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1. PREFACE

1.1 Copyright Notice

This manual covers the operation of the CalAmp Dataradio Vanguard 3G CDMA Cellular

Modem. Specifications described are typical only and are subject to normal manufacturing

and service tolerances.

CalAmp reserves the right to modify the equipment, its specifications or this manual without

prior notice, in the interest of improving performance, reliability, or servicing. At the time of

publication all data is correct for the operation of the equipment at the voltage and/or

temperature referred to. Performance data indicates typical values related to the particular

product.

No part of this documentation or information supplied may be divulged to any third party

without the express written consent of CalAmp Corp.

Products offered may contain software which is proprietary to CalAmp Corp. The offer or

supply of these products and services does not include or infer any transfer of ownership.

1.2 Modem Use

The Dataradio Vanguard 3G cellular modem is designed and intended for use in fixed,

nomadic, or mobile applications. “Fixed” assumes the device is physically secured at one

location and not easily moved to another location. “Mobile” assumes the modem is

physically secured in a vehicle and is operated when the vehicle is moving. “Nomadic”

assumes the modem is installed in a vehicle but is operated when the vehicle is stationary.

Please keep the cellular antenna of the Vanguard 3G radio modem at a safe distance from

your head and body while the modem is in use (see below).

Caution:

Maintain a distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) between the transmitter antennas

and any person while in use. This modem is designed for use in applications that

observe the 20 cm separation distance.

1.3 Interference Issues

Avoid possible radio frequency (RF) interference by following these guidelines:

• The use of cellular telephones or devices in aircraft is illegal. Use in aircraft may

endanger operation and disrupt the cellular network. Failure to observe this

restriction may result in suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender,

legal action or both.

• Do not operate in the vicinity of gasoline or diesel-fuel pumps unless use has been

approved and authorized.

• Do not operate in locations where medical equipment that the device could interfere

with may be in use.

• Do not operate in fuel depots, chemical plants, or blasting areas unless use has been

approved and authorized.

• Use care if operating in the vicinity of protected personal medical devices, i.e.,

hearing aids and pacemakers.