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Operating Instructions
5GHz
Wireless LAN Access
Point
PCWA-A500
4-658-124-11(1)
© 2002 Sony Corporation


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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the
bottom of the product. Record the serial number in
the space provided below. Refer to them whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. PCWA-A500
Serial No.______________
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your warranty.
FCC ID: AK8PCWAA500
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
The radiated output power of the Wireless LAN
Access Point is far below the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits.
Nevertheless, the Wireless LAN Access Point
shall be used in such a manner that the potential
for human contact during normal operation is
minimized.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio or communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
­ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
­ Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
­ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
­ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
If you have questions about this product, call the
Sony Customer Information Center at
1-877-760-7669; or write to the Sony Customer
Information Center at 12451 Gateway Boulevard,
Fort Myers, FL 33913. The number below is for
FCC-related matters only.
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: Sony
Model No: PCWA-A500
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road,
Oradell, NJ 07649 USA
Telephone: 201-930-6972
This phone number is for FCC-related matters
only.
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.
The supplied interface cable must be used with the
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.


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Note
The power outlet should be installed near the
equipment and should be easily accessible.
Safety Information
WARNING
· Opening the unit, for whatever reason, could
lead to damages that are not covered by the
warranty.
· Do not touch the device or accessories during
thunder storms. Electrical shock could result.
· This device is made for use in the USA only.
· For indoor use only.
· While using the Access Point, do not cover it or
turn it on its side. Do not cover the Access
Point with objects such as magazines or
newspapers or use it in confined, enclosed
places, such as the spaces between walls and
furniture. Further, do not turn the Access Point
on its side while using it. Either situation could
cause heat to build up inside the Access Point,
leading to overheating and possible fire.
· Carefully place the Ethernet cable, AC adapter,
and other wiring. Personal injury or damage to
the Access Point could result from people
tripping over the Ethernet cable, AC adapter, or
power cord. Protect wiring by locating it in
places where people do not walk.
· Do not swing the AC adapter. Injury could
result if the adapter strikes a person or fragile
material, such as glass.
· Keep the Access Point out of the reach of
children. Unforeseeable injury could result
from swallowing loose parts, etc.
· Place the Access Point on a stable surface. Do
not place the Access Point on wobbly or tilted
surfaces. Tipping or falling could result in
injury.
· When using wall mounting, make sure that the
wall is strong enough to support the Access
Point. The Access Point could fall if the wall is
not strong enough, leading to unforeseeable
accidents. Further, be careful not to drop the
unit or the tools used for mounting it. Doing so
could result in unforeseeable accidents.
· Avoid locations that are directly exposed to
sunlight or heaters.
· Internal overheating could result in fire or
damage to the unit.
· Make sure connectors are properly connected.
­ Do not insert any metallic objects inside the
connectors. Short-circuiting the pins could
cause fire or damage to the unit.
­ Be careful to insert connectors squarely.
Crooked insertion could cause pins to short-
circuit, possibly causing fire or damage to
the unit.
· Use only the supplied AC adapter with your
Sony Wireless LAN Access Point. To
disconnect your Wireless LAN Access Point
from the power supply, unplug the AC adapter.


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