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About this Setup and User Guide ..........1 1 Introduction.................. 3 2 Installation..................5 3 The THOMSON TG185n as Wireless Access Point ....7 Configuring The THOMSON TG185n As Access Point........8 Connecting a Wireless Client via WPS ............11 3.2.1...
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Contents THOMSON TG185n Web Interface ..............40 Saving/Restoring Your Configuration ............41 7 Support..................43 Assigning a Static IP to Your Computer ............44 7.1.1 Assigning a Static IP Address On Windows Vista ................45 7.1.2 Assigning a Static IP Address On Windows XP ................. 46 7.1.3...
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About this Setup and User Guide E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
Introduction Introduction Introduction This Setup and User Guide will show you how to set up your THOMSON TG185n. Supported wireless standards The THOMSON TG185n supports the following wireless standards: Standard Maximum Data Rate IEEE 802.11n 300 Mbps IEEE 802.11g 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11b...
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Introduction Wireless Repeater Use this mode to extend the coverage of an existing wireless network: Wireless Client Use this mode to connect a wired Ethernet device (for example: a laptop, a gaming console with Ethernet connectivity,...): E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
THOMSON TG185n. Plug the adapter into a nearby mains socket. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port of your THOMSON TG185n. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable in the Ethernet port on your computer.
The THOMSON TG185n as Wireless Access Point The THOMSON TG185n as Wireless Access Point Usage Use this mode if you are using a wired network and you now want to be able to access your network wirelessly. In this chapter...
The THOMSON TG185n as Wireless Access Point Configuring The THOMSON TG185n As Access Point Procedure Before you can use your THOMSON TG185n as wireless access point you have to complete following steps: Switch the THOMSON TG185n to access point mode.
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Configure the IP settings of your THOMSON TG185n (optional) If you still want to be able to access your THOMSON TG185n after connecting it to your Internet gateway, you have to make sure that they are both using the same IP range.
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The THOMSON TG185n as Wireless Access Point Configure your wireless clients In order to connect your wireless clients to the THOMSON TG185n you must configure them with the same Network ID (SSID) and security as your wireless access point. You can do this: Automatically via WPS.
The THOMSON TG185n supports the following options: Push Button Configuration (PBC): This is the easiest way to connect your wireless client. You have to push a button both on the THOMSON TG185n and the wireless client. For more information, see “3.2.1 Push Button Configuration”...
You now have two minutes to start WPS on your wireless client. If the LED does not start to blink, WPS is not enabled on your THOMSON TG185n. For more information on how to enable WPS, see “...
Start WPS on your wireless client and choose to enter a PIN from your access point. For example, on the TG121n Wireless Client Utility you will see the following screen: Enter the PIN code of your THOMSON TG185n and follow the instructions. For example, on the TG121n Wireless Client Utility you will see the following screen: At the end of the installation your utility will inform you that WPS was successful.
TG121n Wireless Client Utility you will see the following screen: Write down the PIN code generated by the configuration utility. Enter your wireless client’s PIN code in the THOMSON TG185n web interface Proceed as follows: On the Advanced Setting menu, click WPS Setting.
If none of your computers is connected to your network, connect a computer using a wired connection and follow the procedure above to find out what your wireless settings are. Another option is to reset your THOMSON TG185n and reconfigure it all over again. For more information, “7.4 Reset to Factory Defaults” on page Procedure Configure your computer with the same wireless settings as your THOMSON TG185n.
The THOMSON TG185n as Wireless Access Point Securing Your Wireless Network Introduction By using encryption, communication between the wireless clients and your THOMSON TG185n is protected by a passphrase. Only clients which use the correct network name (SSID) and passphrase can connect to your network.
8 to 63 alphanumeric characters or 64 hexadecimal characters (characters from 0 to 9 and from A to F). Click Apply. The THOMSON TG185n prompts you that the configuration was successful. Configure your wireless client(s) with the same settings. E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
SP3 on your Windows XP. You can find the WPS IE update on http://support.microsoft.com/kb/917021. Click Apply to immediately apply your changes. The THOMSON TG185n prompts you that the configuration was successful. Configure your wireless client(s) with the same settings. E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
A to F). In the text box next to this selection, type the network key of your choice. Click Apply. The THOMSON TG185n prompts you that the configuration was successful. Configure your wireless client(s) with the same settings. E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
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“4.1 Automatic Configuration (Via WPS)” on page Does not support WPS or you know if it does or not, see “4.2 Manual Configuration (Without WPS)” on page In this chapter This chapter will help your to configure your THOMSON TG185n as wireless repeater. E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
“4.1.2 PIN Code Entry On The Access Point” on page PIN code entry on the THOMSON TG185n: The access point generates a PIN code that you have to enter on the web interface of your THOMSON TG185n. For more information, see “4.1.3 PIN Code Entry On the THOMSON TG185n”...
Shortly press the WPS button on your THOMSON TG185n: The WPS button LED starts blinking green. If the LED does not start to blink, WPS is not enabled on your THOMSON TG185n. For more information on how to enable WPS, see “...
Proceed as follows: Open the configuration utility or web interface of your access point. Start WPS on your access point and choose to enter a PIN code. Enter the PIN code of your THOMSON TG185n and follow the instructions. E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
PIN Code Entry On the THOMSON TG185n Get your access point’s PIN code Check the documentation of your THOMSON TG185n to know where to find the PIN code of your access point. You may find this PIN code: On a label on the housing On the configuration utility or web interface Enter your access point’s PIN code in the THOMSON TG185n web interface...
For more information on how to find these items, consult the documentation of your access point. Procedure Before you can use your THOMSON TG185n as a repeater you have to complete following steps: Switch the THOMSON TG185n to repeater mode.
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Configure the IP settings of your THOMSON TG185n (optional) If you still want to be able to access your THOMSON TG185n after connecting it to your access point, you have to make sure that they are both using the same IP range.
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In the following pages we will just refer to it as your access point. Default behaviour If the THOMSON TG185n is still using its factory default settings, it will automatically repeat the strongest unsecured network. Configuring your THOMSON TG185n...
Your THOMSON TG185n as Wireless Client Automatic Configuration (Via WPS) Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) allows you to connect the THOMSON TG185n to your access point in a swift and easy way, without the need to enter all of your wireless settings (SSID, encryption,...).
You now have two minutes to start WPS on your wireless client. If the LED does not start to blink, WPS is not enabled on your THOMSON TG185n. For more information on how to enable WPS, see “...
Start WPS and choose generate a PIN code or enter a PIN code into your wireless client. Write down the PIN code. Enter the PIN code in the THOMSON TG185n web interface Proceed as follows: On the Advanced Setting menu, click WPS Setting.
The THOMSON TG185n lists all the access points that are within range. Select your access point and click Associate. If your access point is secured, the THOMSON TG185n will take you to the Wireless Settings page. Enter the passphrase/key used by your access point and click Apply.
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Use the DHCP client protocol to automatically get the IP address for this device if you want your access point to assign an IP address to your THOMSON TG185n. In this case you do not have to provide an IP address, IP Subnet Mask and Gateway IP Address.
THOMSON TG185n Basics THOMSON TG185n Basics In this chapter Topic Page THOMSON TG185n LED Behaviour THOMSON TG185n Web Interface Saving/Restoring Your Configuration E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
THOMSON TG185n Basics THOMSON TG185n LED Behaviour Content This chapter describes the behaviour of: Status LEDs WPS Button LED Ethernet LEDs E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
THOMSON TG185n Basics 6.1.1 Status LEDs Introduction On the top panel of your THOMSON TG185n, you can find a number of status LEDs, indicating the state of the device during normal operation. Power LED Colour State Description Green Solid on...
THOMSON TG185n Basics 6.1.2 WPS Button LED Introduction The WPS button allows you to connect the THOMSON TG185n with other wireless devices. WPS LED Colour State Description green Solid On Client successfully registered via WPS Blinking WPS registration ongoing No WPS registration ongoing.
THOMSON TG185n Basics 6.1.3 Ethernet LEDs Ethernet LED On the right of the Ethernet port, you can find a LED indicating the link integrity (or activity). LED Status Description No connection on this port Solid on Ethernet link up Blinking Data is flowing from/to this port E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
THOMSON TG185n Web Interface appears. You can now browse through all configurable items of the THOMSON TG185n using the menu on the left. If you have protected your THOMSON TG185n with a password, the THOMSON TG185n will prompt you to enter your password. Enter your password and click Log on.
Saving/Restoring Your Configuration Introduction Once you have configured your THOMSON TG185n to your needs, it may be a good idea to save your configuration for later use. This way you can always return to your working configuration in case of problems.
Topics This chapter describes the following topics: Topic Page Assigning a Static IP to Your Computer Restoring the IP Settings of Your Computer General THOMSON TG185n Troubleshooting Reset to Factory Defaults E-DOC-CTC-20080624-0009 v0.2...
Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. This server can be integrated in your (Internet) gateway or located on the Internet. But since your THOMSON TG185n is currently not connected to either of these, we will have to manually assign an address to your computer.
Support 7.1.1 Assigning a Static IP Address On Windows Vista Procedure Proceed as follows: On the Windows Start menu, click Network. In the top bar, click Networking and Sharing Center. In the Tasks list, click Manage network connections. Right-click Local Area Connection and click Properties. If Windows prompts you for your permission, click Continue.
Support 7.1.2 Assigning a Static IP Address On Windows XP Procedure Proceed as follows: On the Windows Start menu, click Control Panel. Double-click Network Connections (if needed, switch to Classic View first). Right-click Local Area Connection and click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window appears: In the This connection uses following items list, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
Support 7.1.3 Assigning a Static IP Address On Mac OS X Procedure Proceed as follows: In the apple menu, click System Preferences. Under Internet & Network, click Network. Select Built-in Ethernet and click Configure. In the Configure IPv4 list, select Manually. In the IP Address box, type an IP address between 192.168.1.14 and 192.168.1.63 (for example 192.168.1.20).
Support Restoring the IP Settings of Your Computer MS Windows Use the same procedure as described in “7.2 Restoring the IP Settings of Your Computer” on page 48, but select Obtain an IP address automatically instead of Use the following IP address. Mac OS X Use the same procedure as described in “7.2 Restoring the IP Settings of Your Computer”...
THOMSON TG185n. Only use the power adaptor supplied with your THOMSON TG185n. The THOMSON TG185n is turned on via the push button or rocker switch on the back panel. THOMSON TG185n unreachable If your THOMSON TG185n cannot be reached due to misconfiguration, you might consider a hardware reset to factory defaults as described in “7.4 Reset to Factory Defaults”...
Ethernet LED does not light up Make sure that: The Ethernet cable is securely connected to the Ethernet port on your THOMSON TG185n and your computer. You are using the correct cable type for your Ethernet equipment that is at least UTP CAT5 with RJ-45 connectors.
Check the signal strength, indicated by the wireless client manager. If the signal is low, try repositioning the THOMSON TG185n or directing the THOMSON TG185n’s antenna(s) for optimal performance. Make sure that the wireless client adapter is enabled (message like “radio on”).
Reset to Factory Defaults Resetting your THOMSON TG185n If at some point you can no longer connect to the THOMSON TG185n or you want to make a fresh install, it may be useful to perform a reset to factory defaults.
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Safety Instructions and Regulatory Notices Read this document prior to installation! Consignes de sécurité et informations réglementaires Lisez ce document avant d’effectuer l’installation! Sicherheitshinweise und Zulassungsbestimmungen Liest dieses Dokument vor Installation! Instrucciones de seguridad y avisos sobre regulaciones Lea este documento antes de proceder a la instalación! Regras de segurança e avisos de regulamentação Leia este documento antes de iniciar a instalaçio! Precauzioni di sicurezza e informazioni sulla normativa...
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Disseminate performance information or analysis (including, without limitation, benchmarks) from any source relating to the equipment. Such acts not expressly approved by THOMSON will result in the loss of product warranty and may invalidate the user's authority to operate this equipment in accordance with FCC Rules.
Environmental information - WEEE directive This symbol means that your inoperative electronic appliance must be collected separately and not mixed with the household waste.The European Union has implemented a specific collection and recycling system for which poducers' are responsible. This appliance has been designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused.
The power supply must be Class II and a Limited Power Source in accordance with the requirements of IEC60950-1/ EN60950-1, Clause 2.5 and rated or as indicated on the label on the bottom side of your product. It must be tested and approved to national or local standards.
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The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user. THOMSON and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.
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television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 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. >...
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Diffuser des informations ou analyses relatives aux performances de l'appareil (y compris et sans restriction, les tests de performance) provenant d'une source quelconque liée à l'appareil. Ces actes, réalisés sans l'accord exprès de THOMSON, entraînent la perte de la garantie du produit et enlèvent à l'utilisateur le droit d’utiliser l'équipement.
Environnement - Directive WEEE Ce symbole signifie que lorsque votre appareil électronique ne fonctionne plus, vous ne pouvez pas le jeter avec les déchets ménagers, mais dans un endroit de collecte approprié. L’Union européenne a instauré un système de collecte et de recyclage spécifique dont sont responsables les producteurs. Cet appareil a été...
Alimentation électrique L'alimentation du produit doit respecter les spécifications en matière d'alimentation figurant sur les étiquettes. L’alimentation doit être de Classe II et de source limitée conformément aux exigences de la norme IEC60950-1/ EN60950-1, Clause 2.5 et avoir une puissance de ou telle qu’indiquée sur l’étiquette sous le produit. Elle doit être testée et répondre aux normes nationales ou locales.
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(p. ex., les aéroports), nous vous conseillons de demander l'autorisation avant de mettre l'appareil sous tension. THOMSON n’est pas responsable des interférences dans la radio ou la télévision provoquées par une modification non autorisée de l’appareil ou par le remplacement ou la fixation de câbles de connexion et de matériel autres que ceux spécifiés par THOMSON.
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> das Gerät gemäß der Wi-Fi® Alliance „Wi-Fi® CERTIFIED™“ ist. Betriebsanleitung Sofern nicht ausdrücklich und eindeutig in schriftlicher Form von THOMSON erlaubt, ist es nicht gestattet: > das Gerät zu demontieren, den Inhalt zu extrahieren, die Betriebsweise oder Funktionalität nachzubauen,...
Umweltschutzinformationen – WEEE-Richtlinie Dieses Symbol bedeutet, dass dieses elektronische Gerät bei seiner Außerbetriebnahme separat entsorgt werden muss und nicht in den Hausmüll gehört. Die Europäische Union stellt ein spezielles Sammel- und Recycling-System bereit, für dessen Nutzung die Hersteller verantwortlich sind. Für dieses Gerät wurden ausschließlich qualitativ hochwertige Materialien und Komponenten verwendet, die recycelt und wiederverwendet werden können.
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Stromversorgung Die auf dem Typenschild des Produkts angegebene Netzspannung muss mit der Ihres Stromnetzes übereinstimmen. Die Stromversorgung muss gemäß IEC60950-1/EN60950-1, Abschnitt 2.5, der Klasse II entsprechen und aus einer begrenzten Stromquelle stammen. Die Gerät benötigt eine Versorgungsspannung von oder wie auf der Unterseite des Geräts angegeben.
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THOMSON ist nicht verantwortlich für den Radio- oder TV-Empfang beeinträchtigende Interferenzen, die von einer nicht erlaubten Modifizierung des Geräts oder von der Hinzufügung/Entfernung von Verbindungskabeln und Komponenten herrühren, die nicht von THOMSON spezifiziert sind. Der Benutzer ist dafür verantwortlich, Interferenzen zu beseitigen, die durch nicht genehmigte Änderungen, Hinzufügungen oder Entfernungen am Gerät entstanden sind.
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Aquellas actuaciones que no sean aprobadas expresamente por THOMSON acarrearán la pérdida de la garantía del producto y pueden invalidar la autoridad del usuario para trabajar con este equipo. THOMSON renuncia a todo tipo de responsabilidad en caso de utilización que no se ajuste a lo expuesto en estas instrucciones.
Información medioambiental - directiva RAEE Este símbolo indica que su aparato electrónico no operativo debe recogerse por separado y no mezclado con los residuos domésticos. La Unión Europea ha implementado un sistema de recogida y reciclado específico del que los productores son responsables. Este aparato se ha diseñado y fabricado con materiales y componentes de alta calidad que se pueden reciclar y reutilizar.
La fuente de alimentación debe ser de Clase II y una fuente de alimentación limitada de acuerdo con los requisitos de IEC60950-1/ EN60950-1, Cláusula 2.5 y debe estar clasificada como o como se indica en la etiqueta de la parte inferior del producto.
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(p. ej. aeropuertos), debe pedir autorización para usar este dispositivo antes de encenderlo. THOMSON no es responsable de ninguna interferencia de radio o televisión causada por una modificación no autorizada del dispositivo o por la sustitución o conexión de cables y equipos diferentes de los especificados por THOMSON.
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(ou as ideias subjacentes, os algoritmos, a estrutura ou a organização) a partir do equipamento, ou a partir de qualquer outra informação fornecida pela THOMSON, a menos que esta restrição seja expressamente proibida pela legislação local;...
Informação ambiental – Directiva REEE Este símbolo significa que os seus aparelhos electrónicos que já não utiliza têm de ser recolhidos à parte e não misturados com os resíduos domésticos. A União Europeia implementou um sistema de recolha selectiva e reciclagem pelo qual os produtores são responsáveis. Este aparelho foi concebido e fabricado com materiais e componentes de elevada qualidade, que podem ser reciclados e reutilizados.
A fonte de alimentação tem de ser de classe II e fonte de energia limitada, de acordo com os requisitos da norma IEC60950-1/ EN60950-1, cláusula 2.5 e de ou como indicado no rótulo, na base do produto. Tem de ser testado e aprovado em normas nacionais ou locais.
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(aeroportos, por exemplo), é aconselhável pedir autorização para utilizar este dispositivo antes de ligar o equipamento. A THOMSON não é responsável por qualquer interferência na rádio ou na televisão causada por alterações não autorizadas do dispositivo ou pelas substituição ou junção de equipamento e cabos de ligação não especificados pela THOMSON.
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> sia Wi-Fi® CERTIFIED™, secondo quanto definito da Wi-Fi® Alliance. Direttiva Salvo espressamente e precedentemente approvato da THOMSON per iscritto e nei limiti previsti dalle locali normative vigenti in materia, è vietato: > disassemblare, decompilare, decodificare, analizzare o altrimenti esaminare l'apparecchiatura, il suo contenuto, funzionamento o funzionalità...
Informazioni sulla protezione ambientale - Direttiva WEEE Questo simbolo indica che l'apparecchio elettronico non funzionante non deve essere gettato nei comuni rifiuti domestici. L'Unione Europea ha implementato uno specifico sistema di raccolta e riciclaggio del quale i produttori sono responsabili. Questo apparecchio è...
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sull'etichetta nella parte inferiore del prodotto. L'alimentazione deve essere collaudata e approvata in conformità con gli standard nazionali o locali. È vietato l'utilizzo di altri tipi di alimentazione elettrica. Se non si è sicuri del giusto tipo di alimentazione elettrica, consultare la documentazione per l'utente del prodotto oppure contattare il rivenditore locale.
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THOMSON. La responsabilità della correzione di tali interferenze è dell'utente. THOMSON e i suoi distributori o rivenditori autorizzati non possono essere ritenuti responsabili per alcun danno o violazione delle normative locali derivante dalla mancato rispetto di queste istruzioni.
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är förknippad med utrustningen. Dylika åtgärder, som inte uttryckligen godkänts av THOMSON, kommer att innebära förverkande av produktgaranti samt användarens rätt att använda utrustningen. THOMSON frånskriver sig allt ansvar i händelse av användning på ett sätt som inte överensstämmer med aktuella föreskrifter.
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Miljöinformation (WEEE-direktiv) Denna symbol anger att din obrukbara elektroniska apparat ska kasseras separat och inte kastas i hushållsavfallet. Därför har Europeiska unionen inrättat ett särskilt i uppsamlingssystem för vilket tillverkarna är ansvariga. Denna apparat har utformats och tillverkats av material och komponenter av hög kvalitet som kan återvinnas och komma till användning på...
Elförsörjningen måste vara av klass II och en begränsad strömkälla i enlighet med kraven i IEC60950-1-1/ EN60950-1-1, paragraf 2.5 och märkt som etiketten av produkten. Den måste vara testad och godkänd enligt nationell eller lokal standard. Användning av någon annan sorts strömtillförsel är förbjuden. Om du är osäker på vilken elförsörjning som behövs läser du användarhandboken eller kontaktar din lokala återförsäljare.
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THOMSON är inte ansvarig för radio- eller televisionsstörning som orsakas av obehörig ändring av enheten, eller av att du bytt ut eller kopplat in anslutningskablar och utrustning, annat än vad som specificerats av THOMSON. Korrigering av störningen som orsakats av obehörig ändring, obehörigt utbyte eller tillägg är användarens ansvar.
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Dergelijke handelingen die niet uitdrukkelijk zijn goedgekeurd door THOMSON leiden tot verlies van de garantie en kunnen het recht van de gebruiker om deze apparatuur te gebruiken ongeldig maken.
Informatie inzake milieuzorg – AEEA-richtlijn Dit symbool betekent dat uw niet-functionerende elektronische apparaat gescheiden van het huishoudelijk afval moet worden aangeboden. De Europese Unie heeft een specifiek systeem voor inzamelen en hergebruik opgezet waarvoor producenten verantwoordelijk zijn. Dit apparaat is ontworpen en gefabriceerd met hoogwaardige materialen en onderdelen die kunnen worden gerecycled voor hergebruik.
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Stroomvoorziening De stroomvoorziening van het product moet overeenkomen met de specificaties op de labels. De netvoeding moet beantwoorden aan Klasse II en de Limited Power Source-normen, conform de voorschriften van IEC60950-1/ EN60950-1, Artikel 2.5, met een nominale voeding van of zoals vermeld op het label aan de onderkant van het product.
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(zoals luchthavens), wordt u sterk aangeraden om toestemming voor gebruik van dit apparaat te vragen voordat u het apparaat inschakelt. THOMSON is niet verantwoordelijk voor enige radio- of tv-storing als gevolg van ongeoorloofde wijzigingen aan het apparaat of van het vervangen of aanbrengen van verbindingskabels en apparatuur anders dan aangegeven door THOMSON.