User guide

Rev 6 Dec.10 19
The driver or operator of any vehicle should not use a wireless data device
while in control of a vehicle. Doing so detracts from the driver or operator's
ability to control and operate the vehicle. In some countries, using such com-
munications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence.
Regulatory information for North America
Note: Regulatory infor-
mation in this section
applies to these models:
AirCard 503
AirCard 890
CAUTION: Unauthorized modifications or changes not expressly approved by
Sierra Wireless, Inc. could void compliance with regulatory rules, and thereby
your authority to use this equipment.
The design of the modem complies with U.S. Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC) guidelines respecting safety levels
of radio frequency (RF) exposure for portable devices, which in turn are
consistent with the following safety standards previously set by Canadian, U.S.
and international standards bodies:
• ANSI/IEEE C95.1-2005, IEEE Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to
Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300
GHz
• National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) Report
86, -1986, Biological Effects and Exposure Criteria for Radio Frequency
Electromagnetic Fields
• Health Canada, Safety Code 6, 1999, Limits of Human Exposure to Radio
frequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300
GHz
• International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP)
1998, Guidelines for limiting exposure to time-varying electric, magnetic, and
electromagnetic fields (up to 300 GHz)
Caution: The modem must be 1.0 cm or more from users during operation, to satisfy
FCC / IC RF exposure requirements. This modem must not be used with any other
antenna or transmitter that has not been approved to operate in conjunction with this
modem. Note: This modem must not be used in any unapproved configurations. For
details, contact Sierra Wireless.
Note: The modem is approved for normal-size notebook computers only (typically with
12 inches or larger display screens). For notebook computers with a display screen
smaller than 12 inches, ensure a safe distance between the modem antenna and users or
bystanders.
These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
condition that these devices do not cause harmful interference.
Where appropriate, the use of the equipment is subject to the following
conditions: