1. The versions of FernTel 3 can be operated in the analogue, public telephone network
and connected to analogue terminals of branch exchanges.
2. The receiver is equipped with a leakage field spool for coupling of hearing aids. Users
of a hearing aid with inductive receiver may receive the signal from the receiver inset
directly.
3. The version without keypad does not offer you all the performance features available
in other versions.
4. The telephone has a receiver accommodation with a magnetic contact as hook
switch. To terminate an existing connection, the receiver must be replaced. For
disconnecting an existing connection, all you need to do is press the disconnect key
on the keypad.
5. When programming the settings, the handset must be off the hook. On the version
with 16 keys, you enter programming mode by simultaneously pressing the asterisk
and the hash key. For the version with 21 keys and a display, programming takes
place in the Select menu, which appears when the
6. If a procedure has been completed successfully, you will hear an acknowledgement
signal. An error tone informs you of any operating mistakes.
7. Should more than 2 minutes pass before you start dialling, the exchange may cut off
the power supply. The dial tone can no longer be heard. In this case you should put
the handset back on the hook and wait approximately 2 seconds before you lift it
again. Programming sessions that have been started, but have not been completed,
must be repeated.
8. If you get a call, the FernTel 3 rings with the volume and melody you have chosen.
The display version also signals the incoming call in the display.
9. Entering your personal identification number (PIN) you may partly or completely
restrict functions and settings. Forgetting your PIN can be compared to losing a key.
If you have forgotten your PIN, please contact our technical support service.
key is pressed.
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Device overview / Dimensions (mm / inch)
Device versions
The telephone FernTel 3 is available in three versions.
- with keypad (21 keys) and display
- with keypad (16 keys), without display
- without keypad, without display (with a device-internal programming keypad)
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Controls and indicators
Version with keypad (21 keys) and display
Keypad
________________________
Number keys
Display
Menu operations keys
Short / Speed code dialling
Disconnect
Last number redial
Enquiry key
The two uppermost lines display
numbers or the menu settings.
The lower line displays pictograms
that correspond to the functions.
Last number redial
Direct dialling
Dual-tone multifrequency (DTMF)
Pulse dialling
Menu operation
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Version with keypad (16 keys), without display
Keypad
Amplified listening in receiver
Disconnect
Last number redial
Enquiry key
________________________
Number keys
Version without keypad, without display
Device-internal programming keypad (12 keys)
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As-delivered condition
Box contents
The scope of the delivery includes:
- 1 telephone
- 1 telephone mount
- 1 handset accommodation for the table version with 2 screws
- 4 washers Ø 18 mm
- this operating manual
Telephone presetting
Valid for version
Dialling modeDual-tone multifrequency (DTMF),
Enquiry key function (R key)Flash 120 msxx
Exchange codenonexx
Pause following exchange code3 secondsxx
Last number redial memoryEmptyxx
Speed code dialling memoryEmptyx
Short code dialling memory
Mode
key
Direct call memory
RestrictionsProgramming restrictedxx
Amplified listening in receiverTwo levels (6 dB / 12 dB)x
PIN0000xx
Ringing melody7xxx
Ringing volume6 = maxxxx
Receiver volume1 = min, default valuex
A) with keypad (21 keys) and display
B) with keypad (16 keys), without display
C) without keypad, without display (with a device-internal programming keypad)
Using the programming menu, you may reset this as-delivered condition at any time. The
PIN and the menu language, however, will not be altered by resetting.
signal duration 90 ms
Empty
Speed code
Empty
ABC
xxx
x
x
x
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Mounting and installing
Wall version
Fasten the telephone mount with 4 screws (2). Place the provided washers Ø 18 mm under
the screw head.
Bore
illustration
(not to scale)
Place the telephone in the upper latches (A), swing it downwards until the lower latches
audibly engage (B).
Remove the keypad plate (6), and tighten the two locking screws (3) as far as they will go.
Important: This preserves the IP65 degree of protection.
Pull the telephone line through the cable gland (4) and connect it with terminal (5) TCP/La TCP/Lb (TCP : Terminal Connection Point).
Use cables with a sheath diameter of 5 to 9 mm only, otherwise the IP65 degree of
protection can not be guaranteed.
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Plug the ribbon cable onto the pin contact strip (7) of the keypad plate.
Tighten the keypad plate (6) using four screws (8).
Table version
Place the telephone in the lower latches (A), swing it backwards until the upper latches
audibly engage (B).
Pull the telephone line through the cable gland (4) and connect it with terminal (5) TCP/La TCP/Lb.
Use cables with a sheath diameter of 5 to 9 mm only, otherwise the IP65 degree of
protection can not be guaranteed.
The standard handset accommodation (for the wall version) (9) can be replaced for the table
version.
After loosening the two screws (12) on the bottom of the keypad plate you can remove the
standard handset accommodation.
Fasten the table version handset accommodation (11) to the keypad plate by using the
included screws (12).
Plug the ribbon cable onto the pin contact strip (7) of the keypad plate. Tighten the keypad
plate (6) using four screws (8).
Lay the telephone cord according to the instructions, in order to prevent accidents.
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Mounting the sling holder (optional)
Remove the keypad plate (6) by loosening the screws (8).
Lever out the duct cover (13).
Fasten the sling holder (14) by using the two included screws (15).
Insert the duct cover (16) with groove.
Screw the keypad plate (6) back on again.
Connection of a secondary sounder
If you want the telephone to control a secondary sounder, the blind plug must be replaced by
a cable gland M20x1.5 IP65. The cable diameter must correspond to the demands of the
cable gland, otherwise the IP degree of protection will not be reached. Remove the keypad
plate, install the cable gland and connect the secondary sounder to the terminals W and W1.
After all the connections are made, screw the keypad plate onto the housing again, using 4
screws (8).
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Operation and programmin
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Operation
Seize (Make / answer a call)
When you pick up the handset, you may answer a call or make a call to a conversation
partner.
Receiver volume
During a call you can adjust the volume in the receiver for the duration of the call, using the
and . If you want to change the receiver volume permanently, please use the
keys
programming menu „Settings/Receiver volume“
Make a call
Dial the desired number by using the number keys. When using the dialling mode Pulse
dialling, the asterisk and hash keys have no function.
Speed code dialling
By pressing the key, a pre-programmed number can be dialled automatically.
Short code dialling
One of 12 pre-programmed telephone numbers can be automatically dialled by pressing the
key and then pressing one of the number keys (0…9) or the asterisk key (*) or the pound
sign key (#).
You have to choose between Speed code dialling or Short code dialling. Select by programming
Short / Speed code dialling Mode key). The as-delivered condition is Speed code dialling.
(
Last number redial
By pressing the last number redial key, the last entered number is automatically dialled.
Disconnect
To end a call and start a new call immediately afterwards, there is no need to put the handset
down, just press the disconnect key. When disconnecting, the old call ends, and after a short
while you hear the dialling tone. You may now enter the number for the new call.
Enquiry call (dual-tone multifrequency only)
If the telephone is connected to a private branch exchange, you may press the enquiry key R
in order to establish a connection with another subscriber, who is also connected to the
private branch exchange. By pressing this key a second time, you will be connected with the
first subscriber again.
Telephone book
You can dial numbers from the telephone book. Pick up the handset and press the key.
„Telephone book“ appears in the display. If you press the
names is shown. Using the keys
display. If you press the
(„Telephone book“ appears in the display only if the telephone book contains one or more
entries.)
key, the number associated with the displayed name is dialled.
and you can scroll to the name you want on the
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key again, the first of the stored
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Programming
In order to program the telephone, you have to allow modifications of the settings.
General
Use the Programming menu to modify the operating settings of the telephone. After lifting the
handset or pressing the disconnect key, a welcome message appears in the display.
Begin the programming procedure by pressing the
In the top line of the display, the text „Main menu“ appears. In the second line, you see the
first menu item of the Main menu. The arrow > in front of the menu item indicates that this
item has been selected. Provided you have access to other menu items, pressing the
takes you to the next menu items, one at a time. Pressing the
top of the list of menu items.
The display shows a maximum of two menu items. When an arrow > is visible in front of an
item, it indicates that the item has been selected. The menu items denote further sub-menus.
Pressing the
Any sub-menu may contain further sub-menus as menu items. These sub-menus are
selected in the same manner as in the Main menu. Press the
or to leave the Main menu.
At the lower menu levels, so-called radio buttons are displayed for the selection of possible
settings.
Example:
---Activate---Title line
(
( ) Direct callOption
>( ) No callsSelected option
=== End===End of menu list
Pressing the C key activates a selected option.
In certain menus, values may be changed. These changes are made by pressing the
keys.
For all programming goes: Changes are applied and stored upon pressing the
By pressing the
If a programming session has not been completed, the telephone leaves the Programming
menu after a certain amount of time (time-out).
If you want to modify the settings, you will be required to enter a four-digit PIN. The PIN set
by the factory is 0000.
key activates a selected menu item.
DisplaySignificance
) NoneActivated option
key, you leave the menu without applying the changes.
key.
key
key takes you back to the
key to go to a higher menu,
and
key only.
Initial programming
In the as-delivered condition, the telephone already has a basic configuration enabling you to
make and answer calls. If you want certain settings regarding telephone book entries,
volume, dialling mode, or operation from private branch exchanges, you must use the
Programming menu.
Press the
The sub-menu „Programming“ appears. Pressing the
where you may activate the sub-item „allow“ by pressing the C key. You will be prompted to
enter the PIN (factory setting 0000). Programming is now allowed, and the complete Main
menu is at your disposal, including the following items:
key to go to the Main menu.
key takes you to the next level,
- Telephone book
- Short /Speed code dialling
- Settings
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- Restrictions
- Programming
- SW version
Press the
key to select a menu item.
Telephone book
In the telephone book, you press the and keys to display the entered names (and
numbers). Press the
- dial
- modify
- add
- delete
- delete all
In case of an empty telephone book, only the sub-menu „add“ appears.
For using the menus „add“, „modify“, „delete“, „delete all“, you are also required to enter the
PIN.
How it works
dial
The number stored with the displayed name is dialled.
add
A new telephone book entry is added to the telephone book.
modify
Names and number of the displayed telephone book entry is modified.
delete
The displayed telephone book entry is deleted.
delete all
All entries of the telephone book are deleted.
key to choose between the following sub-menus:
Short / Speed code dialling
Under Short / Speed code dialling you can decide if you want to use the key for Speed
code dialling (
key (0…9, +, #)).
The first sub menu shows if Speed code dialling or Short code dialling has been set.
Having pressed the
dialling memory, or a maximum of 12 telephone numbers in the Short code dialling memory.
The second sub menu „Mode key“ enables switching from Speed code dialling to Short
code dialling and the other way round.
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key alone) or for Short code dialling ( key in combination with a further
key you may then program a telephone number in the Speed code
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Settings
Under Settings, use the and keys to display the following sub-menus:
- Ringing signal
- Volume
- Dialling mode
- PBX
- Menu
- As-delivered condition
- PIN
Ringing signal
The volume and melody of the ringing signal are set.
Volume
The receiver volume is set permanently.
Dialling mode
Here, one of four dialling modes is selected. The options are:
- Dual-tone multifrequency (DTMF) with a tone duration of 90 ms
- Dual-tone multifrequency (DTMF) with unlimited tone duration (corresponding to key
usage)
- Pulse dialling (PD) pulse duty ratio 1.5:1
- Pulse dialling (PD) pulse duty ratio 2:1
PBX
If the telephone is connected to a private branch exchange, this is where you perform the
following settings:
- Enter or delete an exchange code
- The duration of the pause following the exchange code
- The flash time upon operation of the enquiry key (dual-tone multifrequency dialling
only)
Menu
Here you can set the menu language, the welcome message and the display contrast.
As-delivered condition
The as-delivered condition is reset. This will not alter the PIN or the menu language.
PIN
Here you may change the 4-digit PIN. The PIN is 0000 upon delivery.
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Restrictions
Under Restrictions, use the and keys to display the following sub-menus:
- Activate
- Direct call number
Activate
Choose from
- none The telephone is not restricted.
- Telephone book Numbers can be dialled from the telephone book
- Direct callWhen pressed, all keys except the Disconnect key
- Total lock The telephone is fully restricted. Calls can be
Direct call number
Here, enter the number to call when Direct call is enabled.
only.
and the
received only.
key dial the direct call number.
Lift restrictions by pressing the
from the telephone book. You may choose to lift the restrictions on the telephone for good or
just for this one call. You will be required to enter the PIN.
key, in case of total lock, Direct call and exclusive dialling
Programming
Using the key you reach the sub menu with the items:
- allowed
- restricted
If you modify the setting, you will be prompted to enter the PIN.
SW version
The software version is shown.
Signalling tones during programming
ToneNumberSignificance
Acknowledgement tone 1 long toneCompletion of a correctly performed
Error tone4 short tonesAn error occurred within a procedure. The
PIN tone1 short tone sequence Prompt to enter the PIN.
procedure.
procedure is cancelled.
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y
Operation
Seize (Make / answer a call)
When you pick up the handset, you may answer a call or make a call to a conversation
partner.
Amplified listening in receiver
Press the key to increase the receiver volume during a call. Depending on the presetting,
the volume is increased in one or two steps. Pressing the
volume to the previous level.
Make a call
Dial the desired number by using the number keys. When using the dialling mode Pulse
dialling, the asterisk and hash keys have no function.
Last number redial
By pressing the last number redial key, the last entered number is automatically dialled.
Disconnect
To end a call and start a new call immediately afterwards, there is no need to put the handset
down, just press the disconnect key. When disconnecting, the old call ends, and after a short
while you hear the dialling tone. You may now enter the number for the new call.
Enquiry call (dual-tone multifrequency only)
If the telephone is connected to a private branch exchange, you may press the enquiry key R
in order to establish a connection with another subscriber, who is also connected to the
private branch exchange. By pressing this key a second time, you will be connected with the
first subscriber again.
key one more time reduces the
Programming
In order to program the telephone, you have to allow modifications of the settings.
Allow settings modifications
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press the # and 0 keys consecutively.
- Enter the PIN
- Press the key to allow settings modifications.
- Replace the handset.
(PIN)
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Restrict settings modifications
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press the # and 1 keys consecutively.
- Enter the PIN
- Press the key to disable settings modifications.
- Replace the handset.
(PIN)
Adjust ringing volume
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 5 (the ringing sound is played back with the selected volume setting).
- Set the desired volume using the keys 1 to 6.
- Press the key to store the selected volume.
- Replace the handset.
(1…6)
Adjust the ringing melody
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 6 (the set melody is played back)
- Set the desired melody using the keys 1 to 9.
- Press the key to store the selected melody.
- Replace the handset.
(1…9)
Amplified listening in receiver, setting the levels
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 2.
- Set the code for the desired number of levels, or steps.
- Press the key to store the setting.
- Replace the handset.
Code / KeyAmplified listening in receiver, levelsComment
11 level, 6 dB
22 levels, 6 dB, 12 dBAs-delivered condition
(1, 2)
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Set dialling mode
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 9.
- Enter the code for the desired dialling mode.
- Press the key to store the selected dialling mode.
tone duration 90 ms
3Pulse dialling (PD), 1.5:1
4Pulse dialling (PD), 2:1
(1, 2, 3, 4)
The DTMF tone is being generated as
long as the associated key is being
pressed.
As-delivered condition
Enter the exchange code
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 0.
- Enter the exchange code (a digit or the R key;* and # not allowed)
- Press the key to store the entered exchange code.
- Replace the handset.
(0…9, R)
Delete the exchange code
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 0.
- Press the # key.
- Press the key to delete.
- Replace the handset.
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Program the pause following the exchange code
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 1.
- Press a key from 1 to 5 (the key number corresponds to the duration in seconds)
- Press the key to store the entered duration of the pause.
- Replace the handset.
(1…5)
Program the Enquiry Key (flash time)
For dual-tone multifrequency only. Pressing the enquiry key briefly interrupts the loop to the
private branch exchange (flash) to enable an enquiry to another private branch connection.
The flash time is programmable.
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 8.
- Enter the code for the desired flash time.
- Press the key to store the selected flash time.
- Replace the handset.
Code / KeyFlash timeComment
1 80 ms
2120 msAs-delivered condition
3600 ms
(1, 2, 3)
Restore to as-delivered condition
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press key 3.
- Press the key to reset the as-delivered condition.
- Replace the handset.
Upon „Resetting to the as-delivered condition“ the PIN is not reset to 0000.
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Change Personal Identification Number (PIN)
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * and # keys simultaneously.
- Press the # and 2 keys consecutively.
- Enter the old PIN.
- Enter new PIN.
- Repeat new PIN.
- Press the key to store the new PIN.
- Replace the handset.
(old PIN) (new PIN) (new PIN)
Signalling tones during programming
ToneNumberSignificance
Acknowledgement tone1 long toneCompletion of a correctly performed
Error tone4 short tonesAn error occurred within a procedure.
PIN tone1 short tone sequencePrompt to enter the PIN.
procedure.
The procedure is cancelled.
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Operation
Seize (Make / answer a call)and dialling
Receive a call by lifting the handset. If you want to make a call, lift the handset. The private
branch exchange then automatically establishes a connection.
The telephone is equipped with an internal keypad on the inside of the front plate. You may
use this to program a speed code dialling number. When the handset is lifted, this
programmed number is then dialled automatically. This operating mode is set using the
programming keypad. Using this keypad you can also reset the ringing volume, ringing
melody and the dialling procedure, as well as the telephone to factory settings.
Programming using the device-internal 12-key programming keypad
Setting operating mode
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * key.
- Enter the operating mode code.
- Press the # key to store the selected operating mode.
- Replace the handset.
Code / KeyOperating modeComment
1Normal telephone, dialling by private
branch exchange
4Automatic speed dialling
(1, 4)
As-delivered condition
Enter speed code dialling number
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * key.
- Press the # key.
- Enter speed code dialling number
- Press the # key to store the speed code dialling number.
- Replace the handset.
(speed code dialling number)
Adjust ringing volume
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * key.
- Press key 5 (the ringing sound is played back with the selected volume setting).
- Set the desired volume using the keys 1 to 6.
- Press the # key to store the selected volume.
- Replace the handset.
(1…6)
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Adjust the ringing melody
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * key.
- Press key 6 (the set melody is played back)
- Set the desired melody using the keys 1 to 9.
- Press the # key to store the selected melody.
- Replace the handset.
(1…9)
Set dialling mode
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * key.
- Press key 9.
- Enter the code for the desired dialling mode.
- Press the # key to store the selected dialling mode.
tone duration 90 ms
3Pulse dialling (PD), 1.5:1
4Pulse dialling (PD), 2:1
(1, 2, 3, 4)
The DTMF tone is being generated as
long as the associated key is being
pressed.
As-delivered condition
Restore to as-delivered condition
- Lift the handset.
- Press the * key.
- Press key 3.
- Press the # key to reset the as-delivered condition.
- Replace the handset.
Signalling tones during programming
ToneNumberSignificance
Acknowledgement tone1 long toneCompletion of a correctly performed
Error tone4 short tonesAn error occurred within a procedure. The
procedure.
procedure is cancelled.
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General information
Service
You have bought a modern FHF product subject to meticulous quality control. If any
questions regarding the telephone, or malfunctions should occur – even after the guarantee
has expired – please contact FHF. Please have the type denomination and product number
(to be found on the nameplate) ready.
Care and maintenance
The telephone is maintenance-free. Still, if the operating area is highly contaminated by dust,
fat, oil etc., the device should be cleaned from time to time. Use a moist cloth to dust off the
handset and the device.
Warning! Never use sharp objects for cleaning. Do not use other polishing or abrasive
substances.
Warnings and security information
This device is a weatherproof telephone especially designed for use in rugged industrial
environments. Please note the following warnings and security information:
1. The telephone is a Insulation Class II device and may only be connected to and
operated at the voltage it was designed for. Make sure the connections are in perfect
order. The connecting cable must be laid in a manner not to cause a tripping hazard.
2. The telephone may only be operated at the given ambient conditions (see also under
“Technical data”). Adverse ambient conditions, as for instance too high or too low
ambient temperatures are not allowed, due to increased risk of an electronic parts
breakdown.
3. Make sure the telephone, the connecting cable, etc. are not damaged. If the telephone
is damaged, it may not be operated.
4. While the telephone is in operation please follow all relevant legal and professional
regulations, the accident prevention regulations of the Employers' Liability Insurance
Association, and laws and regulations governing the use and connection of electric
devices.
5. In case of repairs, use only original spare parts. Replace such parts according to
professional standards. Other spare parts may cause damage. The guarantee is
rendered invalid.
6. Before the telephone is repaired or replaced, it must be disconnected from the power
supply. If the maintenance or repair of a live device cannot be avoided, this must be
done by authorised personnel only.
7. Do not damage the covers keeping the housing tight when mounting or demounting the
device.
8. Take into consideration the required operating positions.
9. Magnetic fields with technical energy frequencies may cause an insignificant reduction
in listening quality.
10. This product is subject to technical improvements without prior notice.
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Technical Data
Connection data
Supply voltage24….66 Vdc
Supply current 19…100 mA
Ringing alternating current 30….90 Vac
Ringing frequency16….68 Hz
Ringer input impedance≥ 6.0 kΩ at 25 Hz
Enquiry key (flash)only for DTMF 80 ms, 120 ms, 600 ms
Dialling mode
DTMFFrequencies according to ITU-T Q.23
PDPulse/Pause ratio
Ringing volumemax. approx. 95 dB(A) at 1 m distance
Housing293 x 191 x 128 mm
(Height x Width x Depth)
Weightapprox. 2.300 g
(telephone incl. telephone mount)
Display2 lines, 16 positions per row, 7x 5 matrix
Operating utilization position Table or vertical wall mounting
Handset
MouthpieceElectret-foil microphone
Receiver insetdynamic receiver inset with magnetic field generator
≥ 3.5 kΩ at 50 Hz
Tone duration unlimited or 90 ms
1.5:1 (60/40 ms) or
2:1 (66.7/33.3 ms)
Pictograms
ConnectionsSingle- or multiwired up to 2.5 mm
Labelling
Protection against external
mechanical stressDegree of protection IK08 according to EN50102
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EC Declaration of Conformity
EMC-Directive
The device complies with the requirements of the new EMC-directive 2004/108/EC,
the low voltage directive 2006/95/EC and the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC.
The conformity with the above directives is confirmed by the CE sign.
If you experience problems during operation, please contact the FHF’s technical
support service.
Electric and electronic devices carrying this symbol may contain substances harmful to
people and the environment. Therefore, it must not be disposed of together with unsorted
municipal waste (household rubbish). In order to protect the environment please use public
collecting points for the disposal of electric and electronic devices carrying this symbol.