Panasonic KX-HNB600C - Home Network System HUB Manual

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Setup manual (48 pages)

Table of Contents

Contents

1 Accessory information
2 About this system
3 Setup
4 Wireless communication range (DECT)
5 Accessing the User's Guide
6 Wall mounting
7 Specifications
8 Open source software notice
9 Software information
10 For your safety
11 Important safety instructions
12 Security cautions
13 For best performance
- 13.1 Hub location/avoiding noise
- 13.2 Environment
14 Other information
15 Documents / Resources
- 15.1 References
- 15.2 Download manual

Panasonic KX-HNB600C - Home Network System HUB Manual

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www.panasonic.ca/english/support

Accessory information

Supplied accessories

No.	Accessory item/Part number	Quantity
1	AC adaptor/PNLV236	1
2	Telephone line cord	1
3	Wall mounting adaptor	1

Additional accessories

microSD card (not supplied)
A commercially-available microSD card must be inserted into the hub in order to record images from cameras. The following types of microSD cards are supported.

microSD / SDHC card: Up to 32 GB

Note:

Please contact your nearest Panasonic dealer for sales information.

Other information

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
The illustrations in these instructions may vary slightly from the actual product.

Notice
R The hub supports microSD and microSDHC memory cards. In this document, the term "microSD card" is used as a generic term for any of the supported cards.

Expanding the Panasonic Home Network System

The Panasonic Home Network System is a wireless system that lets you create a powerful network of devices, such as cameras, sensors, and smart plugs, and control them all with an easy-to-use app.

Compatible devices are explained below. For information about the Home Network app, refer to the User's Guide.

The maximum number of devices for each device type is listed below.

*Digital Cordless Handset (KX-HNH100C: 6 max.1)** Makes and receives calls using your home landline Can be used to change the system's arm mode Displays system status Receives notification when the sensors are triggered
*Indoor Camera (KX-HNC200C: 4 max.2)** Full-colour camera and built-in microphone for live monitoring and recording Built-in visual sensor, audio sensor, and temperature sensor can be used to trigger other actions (camera recording, turning on a light, etc.) Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way communication
*Outdoor Camera (KX-HNC600C: 4 max.2)** Full-colour camera with built-in microphone for live monitoring and recording Built-in visual sensor and infrared sensor can be used to trigger other actions (camera recording, turning on a light, etc.) Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way communication Splash proof design for permanent, outdoor installation
*Window/Door Sensor (KX-HNS101C: 50 max.2)** Detects when the corresponding window or door is opened Can be used to trigger other events (camera recording, turning on a light, etc.)
*Motion Sensor (KX-HNS102C: 50 max.2)** Detects motion in the surrounding area Can be used to trigger other events (camera recording, turning on a light, etc.)
*Smart Plug (KX-HNA101C: 50 max.2)** Can be turned on and off using the handset or Home Network app, when triggered by a sensor, or according to a schedule Built-in overcurrent and overwattage detection for added peace of mind Power consumption is logged for your reference

^*1 Optional handsets may be a different colour from that of the handset supplied as part of a pre-configured bundle.

^*2 A total of 6 cordless handsets, 4 cameras, and 50 other devices (motion sensors, window/ door sensors, smart plugs, etc.) can be registered to the hub.

The Home Network System product lineup is growing!
You can look forward to new devices that will make your Home Network System even more useful and convenient.

For information about the latest devices and bundles, visit the website below.
shopping.panasonic.ca

Mobile devices

Your mobile devices: 8 max.*1

You can expand the system by installing the Home Network app on your mobile devices (smartphones, tablets, etc.) and registering your mobile devices to the hub.

Note:

You must configure the hub's Wi-Fi settings before you can use the app.

^*1 8 mobile devices can be registered to the hub, however, only the first 4 can use phone features.

About this system

This system is an auxiliary system; it is not designed to provide complete protection from property loss. Panasonic will not be held responsible in the event that property loss occurs while this system is in operation.
The system's wireless features are subject to interference, therefore functionality in all situations cannot be guaranteed. Panasonic will not be held responsible for injury or damage to property that occurs in the event of wireless communication error or failure.

Setup

Part names and functions

Speaker
LED indicator
DC jack
LINE jack
[Wi-Fi SETUP]
Used when performing initial setup.
microSD card slot
Used when inserting a microSD card. Remove the label when inserting.
[ HANDSET/LOCATOR]
Used when registering a handset. You can also press this button to locate a misplaced handset.
[ CAMERA]
Used when registering a camera.
[ OTHER DEVICE]
Used when registering other devices, such as sensors and smart plugs.

LED indicator

You can use the LED indicator to confirm the hub's status.

Indicator	Status
Off	No power, or LED indicator is turned off^*1
Green, lit	Normal operation, connected to wireless router^*1
Green, blinking slowly	Registration mode
Green, blinking quickly	Hub is searching for wireless router
Alternating: Green, blinking slowly Yellow, blinking slowly	Hub is starting up (cannot be used yet)^*2
Red, lit	Alarm system is armed^*1
Red, blinking quickly	Alarm system was triggered
Yellow, lit	Initial setup required
Yellow, blinking slowly	Initial setup in progress, mobile device connected
Yellow, blinking	Initial setup is starting

*1 You can configure the hub s that its LED indicator does not light during normal operation. For more information, refer to the User's Guide.

*2 It may take some time for the hub to finish starting up.

Connections

Insert the AC adaptor plug firmly into the DC jack.
Secure the AC adaptor cord by wrapping it around the hook.
Connect the AC adaptor to the power outlet.
Insert the telephone line cord into the LINE jack and a single-line telephone jack (RJ11C) until you hear a click.^*1
DSL/ADSL service users only: Connect your DSL/ADSL filter (not supplied).*1
Outdoor Camera (KX-HNC600) or Indoor Camera (KX-HNC200) users only: Remove the label covering the card slot and then insert the microSD card (not supplied) into the slot with the notched corner (1) facing upwards (2) until it clicks into place.

*1 This step is only necessary if you want to use the landline phone features. For details about the landline phone features, refer to the User's Guide.

Note:

Use only the supplied Panasonic AC adaptor PNLV236.
A microSD card (not supplied) is required to record images from cameras. Refer to the information about the available microSD card.
To remove the microSD card, push in the microSD card and then remove it.

Note about power connections

AC adaptor connection

The AC adaptor must remain connected at all times. (It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use.)
The AC adaptor should be connected to a vertically oriented or floor-mounted AC outlet. Do not connect the AC adaptor to a ceiling-mounted AC outlet, as the weight of the adaptor may cause it to become disconnected.

Power failure

The hub will not work during a power failure.
The hub's telephone features will not work during a power failure. We recommend connecting a corded-type telephone that does not use an ACadaptor to your telephone line.

Wi-Fi® settings

After you have connected your hub, here is what you will need to do in order to access the system from your mobile device. Each procedure is explained in this chapter.

Download Download the [Home Network] app to your mobile device.
Initial setup Use the [Home Network] app to configure the hub to connect to your wireless router, and then register your mobile device to the hub.

Downloading the [Home Network] app

Download information is available at the web page listed below.

www.panasonic.net/pcc/support/tel/homenetwork/

Compatible mobile devices

iPhone 4 or later, iPad, or iPad mini (iOS 6.0 or later) or an Android™ device (Android 4.0 or later)

Note:

The[Home Network] app may not function properly depending on the system environment, such as the model of your mobile device, peripherals connected to your mobile device, and the apps installed on your mobile device.
The following Android devices are not compatible with the[Home Network] app.
- Android devices that are not supported by Google Play
- Android devices with limited hardware features (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and microphone support are required.)

Initial setup

Confirm the following before you begin.

Make sure you have installed the[Home Network] app on your mobile device
Make sure the hub and your wireless router are turned on and the hub's LED indicator is lit in yellow
Make sure the hub is located within range of your wireless router
Make sure your mobile device is connected to your wireless router
Make sure your mobile device can connect to the Internet
Make sure you know the network name(SSID) and password assigned to your wireless router

Initial setup for iPhone, iPad

Start the [Home Network] app.

If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions and select the appropriate region/country.
If prompted to select the device to be set up, tap[Hub].

When prompted, tap [Set up the Hub].
When prompted, press [Wi-Fi SETUP] on the hub.

The LED indicator blinks in yellow.

Change your mobile device's Wi-Fi setting temporarily so that it connects to the hub directly.

Open your mobile device's [Settings] app, tap [Wi-Fi], select "KX-HNB600_Panasonic", enter "00000000" as the password, and then tap [Join].
If more than 1 item named "KX-HNB600_Panasonic" is displayed, wait approx. 10 minutes and perform this procedure from the beginning.

Start the [Home Network] app again.
If necessary, enter the password required to connect to your wireless router and then tap [Next].

The hub and your mobile device connect to your wireless router.
If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions and connect your mobile device to your wireless router, start the app again, and then tap[Add This Mobile Device].
If you enter the wrong Wi-Fi password,[Setup failed.] is displayed and the hub's LED indicator lights. Proceed as follows according to the colour of the hub's LED indicator.
- If the LED indicator is lit in yellow, repeat the initial setup procedure from the beginning.
- If the LED indicator is blinking quickly in green, you must reset the hub's Wi-Fi settings. See "If the hub's LED indicator blinks in green".

When prompted, press [Wi-Fi SETUP] on the hub.

Your mobile device will be registered to the hub.

When prompted, follow the on-screen instructions and set the password used to log in to the hub while away from home and then tap [OK].
When prompted, enter a name for the hub and for your mobile device and then tap [OK].

The hub name setting is used by your mobile device to identify the hub. This is useful when you have multiple hubs.
The mobile device name setting is used by the hub and other system users to identify your mobile device. This is useful when performing certain operations, such as deregistering or making intercom calls using a cordless handset.

When prompted, select whether you want to customize device profiles, i.e., the device name, location, and other settings for your devices.

If you choose not to customize the device profiles now, you can change them later if desired. For details about customizing device profiles, refer to the User's Guide.
If you choose to customize the device profiles now, change each setting as desired. When finished, taprepeatedly until the "completed" message is displayed.
The app's home screen is displayed when initial setup is complete.

If the hub's LED indicator blinks in green If you enter the wrong Wi-Fi password during the initial setup procedure for iPhone or iPad, [Setup failed.] is displayed and the hub's LED indicator blinks quickly in green. In this case, perform the following.

Press and hold the 3 registration buttons on the side of the hub and [Wi-Fi SETUP] on the back of the hub at the same time (4 buttons total) until the hub's LED indicator blinks slowly in green and yellow.
Wait for the hub's LED indicator to light in yellow.
Repeat the initial setup procedure ("Initial setup for iPhone, iPad").

Initial setup for Android devices

Start the [Home Network] app.

If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions and select the appropriate region/country.
If prompted to select the device to be set up, tap[Hub].

When prompted, tap [Set up the Hub].
When prompted, press [Wi-Fi SETUP] on the hub.

The LED indicator blinks in yellow.
The app temporarily changes your mobile device's Wi-Fi setting so that it connects to the hub directly.

If necessary, enter the password required to connect to your wireless router and then tap [Next].

The hub and your mobile device connect to your wireless router.

When prompted, press [Wi-Fi SETUP] on the hub.

Your mobile device will be registered to the hub.

When prompted, follow the on-screen instructions and set the password used to log in to the hub while away from home and then tap [OK].
When prompted, enter a name for the hub and for your mobile device and then tap [OK].

The hub name setting is used by your mobile device to identify the hub. This is useful when you have multiple hubs.
The mobile device name setting is used by the hub and other system users to identify your mobile device. This is useful when performing certain operations, such as deregistering or making intercom calls using a cordless handset.

When prompted, select whether you want to customize device profiles, i.e., the device name, location, and other settings for your devices.

If you choose not to customize the device profiles now, you can change them later if desired. For details about customizing device profiles, refer to the User's Guide.
If you choose to customize the device profiles now, change each setting as desired. When finished, press your device's "back" button repeatedly until the "completed" message is displayed.
The app's home screen is displayed when initial setup is complete.

Information about Wi-Fi communication

The hub uses Wi-Fi to communicate with your wireless router. Refer to the following information when planning where to place the hub.

Do not use the hub in the following areas or locations. Malfunction or interference to radio communication may result.

Indoor areas that have certain types of radio or mobile communications equipment
Locations near microwave ovens or Bluetooth devices
Indoor areas where antitheft devices or 2.4 GHz frequency devices such as POS systems are used

Do not place the hub in areas where the following materials or objects are located between the hub and the wireless router. These materials and objects may interfere with wireless communication or cause wireless transmission speed to become slower.

Metallic doors or shutters
Walls containing aluminum-sheet insulation
Walls made of concrete, stone, brick, or tin
Multiple walls
Steel shelving
Fireproof glass

Registering another mobile device

In order to access the system from a mobile device, you must first register the mobile device to the hub. You can register up to 8 mobile devices to a hub. Confirm the following before you begin.

Make sure you have completed the initial setup procedure
Make sure your mobile device can connect to the Internet
Make sure your wireless router and the hub are turned on
Make sure your mobile device and the hub are connected to the same wireless router

Using the mobile device that you want to register, download the [Home Network] app and then start the app.

If prompted, follow the on-screen instructions and select the appropriate region/country.
If prompted to select the device to be set up, tap[Hub].

When prompted, tap [Add This Mobile Device].
When prompted, press MWi-Fi SETUPN on the hub.

Your mobile device will be registered to the hub.

When prompted, follow the on-screen instructions and enter the password used to log in to the hub while away from home.
When prompted, enter a name for your mobile device and then tap [OK].

This setting allows you to change the name assigned to your device. It can help you identify your mobile device when performing certain operations, such as deregistering or making intercom calls using a cordless handset.
The app's home screen is displayed when initial setup is complete.

Registering other devices to the hub

This procedure is not required for devices that were included as part of a bundle.

Before you can use devices such as cameras, sensors, and smart plugs, they must be registered to the hub.

If you purchased devices separately (i.e., not as part of a bundle), you must register each device to the hub.

You can register each device by using the registration buttons or the [Home Network] app.

Using registration buttons

Hub:
Press and hold the registration button until the LED indicator blinks slowly in green.

Press and hold the appropriate registration button according to the device you want to register.
[ HANDSET/LOCATOR]: For handsets
[ CAMERA]: For cameras
[ OTHER DEVICE]: For other devices

Handset:
Place the handset on the charger.
Devices other than handset:
Press and hold the device's registration button until the device's LED indicator blinks slowly in green.

When registration is complete, the hub sounds one long beep.

Note:

If registration fails, the hub sounds several short beeps.
To register a mobile device, use the procedure.

Using the app

Start the [Home Network] app.
From the [Home Network] app home screen, tap [Settings].
Tap [Device Registration].
Tap [Registration].
Select the type of device that you want to register.
Handset:
Place the handset on the charger.
Devices other than handset:
Press and hold the registration button on the device you want to register until the device's LED indicator blinks slowly in green.

When registration is complete, the hub sounds one long beep.

Note:

If registration fails, the hub sounds several short beeps.

Wireless communication range (DECT)

The wireless communication range of each device in the system from the hub is approximately 50 m (160 feet) indoors and approximately 300 m (1,000 feet) outdoors. Wireless communication may be unreliable when the following obstacles are located between the hub and other system devices.

Metal doors or screens
Walls containing aluminum-sheet insulation
Walls made of concrete or corrugated iron
Double-pane glass windows
Multiple walls
When using each device on separate floors or in different buildings

Accessing the User's Guide

The User's Guide is a collection of online documentation that helps you get the most out of the [Home Network] app.

iPhone/iPad
Tap in the app's home screen.
Android devices
Tap or press your mobile device's menu button in the app's home screen.
Tap [User's Guide].

Note:

Microsoft ® Windows ® Internet Explorer ® 8 and earlier versions are not supported.
Android 4.1 or later versions are recommended.
You can also access the User's Guide at the web page listed below.

www.panasonic.net/pcc/support/tel/homenetwork/manual/

Wall mounting

You can use the included wall mounting adaptor to wall mount the hub if desired.

Note:

Make sure that the wall and the fixing method are strong enough to support the weight of the unit.

Connect the AC adaptor and the telephone line cord to the hub.

Secure the AC adaptor cord by wrapping it around the hook.

Slide the wall mounting adaptor up until it clicks into place.

Make sure the "UP" mark on the wall mounting adaptor faces upwards.
Align and insert the tabs ( A ) of the wall mounting adaptor to the grooves ( B ) of the hub.

Mount the hub on a wall then slide down to secure in place.

Pass the AC adaptor cord and the telephone line cord through the groove (A) in the wall mounting adaptor. Wrap up the telephone line cord as shown to prevent the cord from being pinched.
This product is compliant with the following wall phone plate sizes (2 types).
B 83 mm (3 1/4 inches)
C 102 mm (4 inches)
Fit the slots of the hub onto the corresponding wall phone plate tabs for (D) and (E) respectively.

Removing the wall mounting adaptor
While pushing the release levers (1) away from the centre of the wall mounting adaptor, slide the adaptor down (2).
Wall mounting - Step 3

Specifications

Standards DECT:
DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications)
Wi-Fi:
IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Frequency range DECT:
1.92 GHz – 1.93 GHz
Wi-Fi:
2.412 GHz – 2.462 GHz (channels 1 – 11)
RF transmission power
DECT: 115 mW (max.)
Wi-Fi: 100 mW (peak transmission power)
Encryption
WPA2™-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA™-PSK (TKIP/AES), WEP (128/64 bit)
Simplified configuration WPS (PBC)
Power source 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
Standby: Approx. 3.5 W
Maximum: Approx. 4.0 W
Operating conditions
0°C – 40°C (32°F – 104°F)
20% – 80% relative air humidity (dry)
Alert tone volume
High alert level: approx. 90 dB
Low alert level: approx. 73 dB (measured approx. 10 cm (3 15/16 inches) in front of the centre of the unit)
Dimensions (height ´ width ´ depth)
Approx. 42 mm ´ 130 mm ´ 130 mm (1 21/32 inches ´ 5 1/8 inches ´ 5 1/8 inches)
Mass (weight)
Approx. 220 g (0.49 lb)

Open source software notice

Parts of this product use open source software supplied based on the relevant conditions of the Free Software Foundation's GPL and/or LGPL and other conditions. Please read all licence information and copyright notices related to the open source software used by this product. This information is available at the following web page: www.panasonic.net/pcc/support/tel/homenetwork/

At least three (3) years from delivery of this product, Panasonic Corporation will give to any third party who contacts us at the contact information provided below, for a charge of no more than the cost of physically distributing source code, a complete machine-readable copy of the corresponding source code and the copyright notices covered under the GPL and the LGPL. Please note that software licenced under the GPL and the LGPL is not under warranty. www.panasonic.net/pcc/support/tel/homenetwork/

Software information

R The End User Licence Agreement (EULA) for the Home Network app is available at the following web page:
www.panasonic.net/pcc/support/tel/homenetwork/

For your safety

To prevent severe injury and loss of life/ property, read this section carefully before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of your product.

Power connection

Use only the power source marked on the product.
Do not overload power outlets and extension cords. This can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
Completely insert the AC adaptor/power plug into the power outlet. Failure to do so may cause electric shock and/or excessive heat resulting in a fire.
Regularly remove any dust, etc. from the AC adaptor/power plug by pulling it from the power outlet, then wiping with a dry cloth. Accumulated dust may cause an insulation defect from moisture, etc. resulting in a fire.
Unplug the product from power outlets if it emits smoke, an abnormal smell, or makes an unusual noise. These conditions can cause fire or electric shock. Confirm that smoke has stopped emitting and contact us by visiting our support page on:www.panasonic.ca/english/support
Unplug from power outlets and never touch the inside of the product if its casing has been broken open. Danger of electric shock exists.
Never touch the plug with wet hands. Danger of electric shock exists.
Do not connect non-specified devices.

Installation

To prevent the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose the product to rain or any type of moisture.
Do not place or use this product near automatically controlled devices such as automatic doors and fire alarms. Radio waves emitted from this product may cause such devices to malfunction resulting in an accident.
Do not allow the AC adaptor or telephone line cord to be excessively pulled, bent or placed under heavy objects.
Keep small parts, such as microSD cards, out of the reach of children. There is a risk of swallowing. In the event they are swallowed, seek medical advice immediately.

Operating safeguards

Unplug the product from power outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Do not disassemble the product.
Do not spill liquids (detergents, cleansers, etc.) onto the telephone line cord plug, or allow it to become wet at all. This may cause a fire. If the telephone line cord plug becomes wet, immediately pull it from the telephone wall jack, and do not use.
Never put metal objects inside the product. If metal objects enter the product, turn off the circuit breaker and contact an authorized service centre.

Medical

Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices, such as pacemakers or hearing aids, to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF (radio frequency) energy. DECT features operate between 1.92 GHz and 1.93 GHz with a peak transmission power of 115 mW. Wi-Fi features operate between 2.412 GHz and 2.462 GHz with a peak transmission power of 100 mW.
Do not use the product in health care facilities if any regulations posted in the area instruct you not to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.

Installation and location

Never install wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone line jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the AC outlet is installed near the product and is easily accessible.
This product is unable to make calls when:
- there is a power failure.
- when the cordless handset or rmobiledevice's batteries need recharging or have failed.

Important safety instructions

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Use only the power cord indicated in this document.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Security cautions

Take appropriate measures to avoid the following security breaches when using this product.

Leaks of private information
Unauthorized use of this product
Unauthorized interference or suspension of the use of this product

Take the following measures to avoid security breaches:

Configure the wireless router that connects your mobile device to this product to use encryption for all wireless communication.
You may be vulnerable to security breaches if the unit is used with the login password, disarm code, or PIN code, or other settings at their defaults values. Configure your own values for these settings.
Do not use passwords that could be easily guessed by a third party. If you keep a record of your passwords, protect that record. Change passwords regularly.
If you lose your mobile device, change the password used to access this product.
If you enable the product's auto login feature, enable the screen lock or similar security feature on your mobile device.
Take care when performing important security related operations such as deleting MAC address, unit IDs, etc.
To prevent disclosure of personal information, enable the screen lock or similar security feature on your mobile device.
When submitting the product for repair, make a note of any important information stored in the product, as this information may be erased or changed as part of the repair process.
Before handing the product over to a third party for repair or other purposes, perform a factory data reset to erase any data stored in the product and remove the microSD card. Use only trusted repair services authorized by Panasonic.
Before disposing of the product, perform a factory data reset to erase any data stored in the product. Remove and erase the microSD card.
If your mobile device will no longer be used with the product, delete your mobile device's registration from the product and delete the corresponding app from your mobile device.
If this product experiences a power outage, its date and time setting may become incorrect. In this case, the date and time setting will be automatically corrected when your mobile device and this product are connected to the same wireless network.

Additionally, note the following.

Multiple hubs cannot be used on the same network.
Only one mobile device can access this product while away from home. If a second mobile device connects to this product while away from home, the first mobile device is disconnected.
Communications may be interrupted depending on network conditions and wireless signal quality.
This product may be used in ways that violate the privacy or publicity rights of others. You are responsible for the ways in which this product is used.

For best performance

Hub location/avoiding noise

The hub and other compatible Panasonic devices use radio waves to communicate with each other.

For maximum coverage and noise-free communications, place your hub:
- at a convenient, high, and central location with no obstructions between the devices and hub in an indoor environment.
- away from electronic appliances such as TVs, radios, personal computers, wireless devices, or other phones.
- facing away from radio frequency transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile phone cell stations. (Avoid putting the hub on a bay window or near a window.)
Coverage and voice quality depends on the local environmental conditions.
If the reception for a hub location is not satisfactory, move the hub to another location for better reception.

Environment

Keep the product away from electrical noise generating devices, such as fluorescent lamps and motors.
The product should be kept free from excessive smoke, dust, high temperature, and vibration.
The product should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the product.
When you leave the product unused for a long period of time, unplug the product from the power outlet.
The product should be kept away from heat sources such as heaters, kitchen stoves, etc. It should not be placed in rooms where the temperature is less than 0°C (32°F) or greater than 40°C (104°F). Damp basements should also be avoided.
The maximum communication range may be shortened when the product is used in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels, underground, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.
Operating the product near electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away from the electrical appliances.

Other information

Routine care

Wipe the outer surface of the product with a soft moist cloth.
Do not use benzine, thinner, or any abrasive powder.

Protecting your recordings

Do not remove the microSD card or disconnect the hub's AC adaptor while reading or writing data to the microSD card. Data on the card could become corrupted.
If a microSD card malfunctions or is exposed to electromagnetic waves or static electricity, data on the card could become corrupted or erased. Therefore we recommend backing up important data to a computer or other device.

Notice for product disposal, transfer, or return

This product can store your private/ confidential information. To protect your privacy/confidentiality, we recommend that you erase information such as phone book or caller list entries from the memory before you dispose of, transfer, or return the product.