ME401-2
M-Tec ME401-2, Technical Manual v.1.3a, September 2012
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It is recommended that a minimum separation of ten (8”) inches (20 cm) is to be
maintained between the ME401 unit and any persons’ body at all times. The device
is SAR tested and approved for a separation distance of only (2") inches (5 cm)
between the ME401 and any person’s body.
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Do not carry the ME401 on your person.
Other Medical Devices
If any other personal medical devices are used in the vicinity of a ME401 unit, consult the
manufacturers of the medical devices to determine if they are adequately shielded from
external RF energy. Physicians may be able to assist in obtaining this information.
The ME401 unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving machinery,
construction machinery installed with the ME401 etc. must not operate near health care
facilities when any regulations posted in these areas prohibit the use of wireless phones or
two-way radios. Hospitals and health care facilities may be using equipment that could be
sensitive to external RF energy.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in
motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding the vehicle.
Also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to the vehicle.
Posted Facilities
The ME401 unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving machinery,
construction machinery installed with the ME401 etc. must not enter any facility where
posted notices prohibit the use of wireless phones or two-way radios.
Aircrafts
FCC and FAA regulations prohibit using wireless phones while in the air. Do not carry the
ME401 unit aboard an aircraft as it cannot be turned off.
The ME401 unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving machinery,
construction machinery installed with the ME401 etc. must not enter a “blasting area” or in
areas posted “turn off two way radio” to avoid interfering with blasting operations. Obey all
signs and instructions.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
The ME401 unit cannot be turned off after installation, so any vehicle, moving machinery,
construction machinery installed with ME401 etc. must not enter any area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could
cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always marked clearly.
Potential areas may include: fueling areas (such as gasoline stations); below deck on
boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas
(such as propane or butane); areas where the air contains chemicals or particles (such as
grain, dust, or metal powders); and any other area where it would normally be advisable to
turn off motor vehicle engines it is not allowed to enter with a vehicle, moving machinery,
construction machinery installed with the ME401.
