ALTINEX CP7317RS User Manual

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CONTROLLERS
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PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS
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Please read this manual carefully before using your
CP7317RS RS-232 Controller. Keep this manual
handy for future reference. These safety
instructions are to ensure the long life of your
CP7317RS and to prevent fire and shock hazard.
Please read them carefully and heed all warnings.
1.1 GENERAL
 Unauthorized personnel shall not open the unit
since there are high-voltage components inside.
 Qualified Altinex service personnel, or their
authorized representatives must perform all
service.
1.2 SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR THE RACK-
MOUNTING OF THE CP7317RS
 Maximum operating ambient temperature is 35
(degrees C).
 Never restrict the air flow through the devices’
fan or vents.
 When installing equipment into a rack, distribute
the units evenly. Otherwise, hazardous
conditions may be created by an uneven
weight distribution.
 Connect the unit to a properly rated supply
circuit.
 Reliable Earthing (Grounding) of Rack-Mounted
Equipment should be maintained.
1.3 INSTALLATION
 For best results, place the  CP7317RS on a flat,
level surface in a dry area away from dust and
moisture.
 To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit
to rain or moisture. Do not place the  CP7317RS
in direct sunlight, near heaters or heat radiating
appliances, or near any liquid. Exposure to
direct sunlight, smoke, or steam can harm
internal components.
 Handle the CP7317RS carefully. Dropping or
jarring can damage internal components.
 Do not place heavy objects on top of the
CP7317RS. If the CP7317RS is to be mounted,
to a table or wall, use only Altinex made
mounting accessories (Rack Mount Shelf
DA1298FC, Rack Mount Ears DA1299RM) and
cables for optimum setup.
 To turn off the main power, be sure to remove
the cord from the power outlet. The power outlet
socket should be installed as near to the
equipment as possible, and should be easily
accessible.
 Do not pull the power cord or any cable that is
attached to the  CP7317RS.
 If the CP7317RS is not used for an extended
period of time, disconnect the power cord from
the power outlet.
1.4 CLEANING
 Unplug the CP7317RS power cord before
cleaning. Clean surfaces with a dry cloth. Never
use strong detergents or solvents such as
alcohol or thinner. Do not use a wet cloth or
water to clean the unit.
1.5 FCC / CE NOTICE
 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
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.
 This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation
of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference
at his own expense.
 Any changes or modifications to the unit not
expressly approved by Altinex, Inc. could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.