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Introducing Vega

Out of the home

emergency support

and locator

Helping you stay safe and sound,

both in and out of the home.

In partnership with Everon

About the User Manual

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A) System Components

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Vega

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Vega Base

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Battery pack

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Bracelet parts

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Release key

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B) Getting started: Vega System

Installation and Charging

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Step 1: Bracelet selection

and fitting

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Step 2: Vega Base location

and installation

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Step 3: Charging the

battery pack

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Step 4: Charging Vega

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C) Vega Operating Modes

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1. Inside the home zone

(Sleep mode)

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2. Outside the home zone

(Regular mode AND INSIDE

SAFE ZONE)

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3. Exiting the safe zone

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4. Vocal communication

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D) In case of an emergency:

press the red button

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E) Automatic Low

battery alert

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F) Locating Vega

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G) Environmental Conditions

and Restrictions

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1. General instructions

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2. Water

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3. Special restrictions

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4. Customer Service

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5. Recycling Vega and

Components

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H) Specifications

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1. Technical specifications

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2. Battery autonomy

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3. Network services

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4. Specific Absorption Rate

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I) Legal Advice

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1. Intellectual property

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2. Statement of compliance

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Table of Contents to become fully

acquainted with the VEGA gps bracelet

This Guide is published by Everon, who may at any time make changes, improvements or typographical corrections

without prior notice.
At the time that this Guide went to press, the information it contains was deemed, by Everon Oy, to be true and accurate.
The trademarks “Vega” and “Everon” are the property of Everon Oy.
Other products and/or company names cited in this Guide may be trademarks of their respectiveholders.
Publication number: EUC2-200908-A-EN
Copyright ©2009

About the User Manual

Vega

A. Display
B.   Emergency button
C.  Display button
D. Speaker/microphone
E.  Latches to hold battery pack in place on
  Vega during charging

A) System Components

Vega Base

A. Latches to hold battery pack in place

  on the Vega Base during charging
B.  Receptacle for latch release key
C.  Radiofrequencies (RF) antenna
D.  Battery pack base
E.  Electrical contacts for recharging

  battery pack (back)
F.   Blue LED – Vega Base working when ON
G.  Red and green LEDs – Battery pack

charging when Red, and goes Green

  when fully charged
H.  Holes for optional wall mounting
I.  Telephone jack
J.  DC power jack

Battery pack

A. Latch – Push in, to hold battery pack

either on the Vega Base or on the Vega
B. Holes for inserting key to release

battery pack from latches on the Vega

Base or on the Vega
C. Blue LED – Vega charging when ON,

and goes OFF when battery pack charge

is transferred to Vega battery
D. DC power jack for recharging

Bracelet parts

A. Wrist straps with holes

  (2 sizes)
B.   Steel pin
C.  Wrist straps with

  safety snaps
D.   Clasp with two screws
E.   Vega bracelet support

Release key

A. Two-pin key to release mechanism

Step 1: Bracelet selection and fitting

Vega comes with two wrist straps of different sizes to ensure a proper fit

on a wide range of wrist sizes. In addition, the length of each wrist strap

can be adjusted for greater wearer comfort and maximum safety.
Bracelet parts are shipped semi-assembled and

must be disassembled to adjust the parts before

the bracelet can be fitted.

Insert the wrist strap with safety snaps

into the slot on the Vega support.

Insert one of the two wrist straps with

holes, depending on the size of the

wearer’s wrist, with the grooved side

facing the skin.

To select the wrist strap providing a better

fit, wrap each of the straps provided

around the wearer’s wrist. Select the strap

with the end holes that line up with the end

holes on the other strap.
Choose the holes that allow the best possible fit

so the wearer cannot remove the bracelet without

unlocking it, while being loose enough to be

comfortable and not impede blood circulation.

Once you have selected the right size wrist

strap, slip the steel pin through the strap to

lock it onto the Vega support, as illustrated.

Remove the strap with safety snaps by

inserting the key into the mating holes on

the Vega support.

Gently push the strap with safety snaps.

B) Getting started:

Vega System Installation and Charging

Assemble the Vega on its support using

the four screws to attach it onto the back of

the support.

Slip the end of the bracelet with safety

snaps into the lock and line it up with the

holes previously found to ensure a proper

fit. Then screw the lock onto the strap with

holes using the screwdriver provided in

the Vega package.

Next, place the bracelet with the Vega

assembled around the wearer’s wrist,

slipping the strap with safety snaps into

the slot of the Vega support.
If you need to take the Vega off the wearer’s

wrist, follow steps 5 and 6 above.

TO AVOID INJURY, DO NOT

OVERTIGHTEN THE BRACELET.

Step 2: Vega Base location and installation

Power Supply

First, connect the power adapter into the DC-in jack located underneath

the Vega base. Then, connectthe power adapter into the home power

outlet. The blue LED turns on. It indicates that the Vega base is functional.

Positioning the base in the home

The Vega Base has a radiofrequency (RF) transmitter that creates an

area, called the home zone, in which the Vega goes into economy mode

(details found further in the Guide).
It is very important that the Vega Base be properly located in the wearer’s

home. It is best placed near the middle of the home so that the home zone

covers the largest possible indoor area, or in the area where the wearer

is most often found, including at night. If the Vega Base is in a poor

location, Vega will consume more power since it is more often outside the

home zone and cannot benefit from the lower power battery consumption

in economy mode.

Step 2: Vega Base location and installation (cont.)

Vega displays the home icon when inside the RF zone.

Everon recommends that you use the display on the Vega to test

the covered area by the Vega Base and determine the most efficient

location. Simply press the display button when in a specific place

indoor, and look for the home icon presence on the screen. The

detection of the RF signal requires a synchronization time of one

(1) minute.
The Vega Base may be set down horizontally on a flat surface or

mounted vertically using the holes in the back of the Vega Base. It

is recommended to put the Vega Base in a location that is not easily

reachable by the Vega wearer.

Step 3: Charging the battery pack

Place the battery pack on the base station

by first inserting the hooked-end side into

the cavity provided on the base station,

and then flipping it down to rest on

the base.

Next, press the latch mechanism

forward on the end of the battery pack.

This mechanism secures the battery pack

to the latches on the Vega Base. When the

latch mechanism is pushed forward

correctly, the Vega Base’s red LED and

the battery pack’s blue LED turn on to

show that charging is in progress. The red

LED turns green and the blue light turns

off when the pack is fully recharged.

Charging the battery pack takes on

average two and a half hours.

The charging system is designed so that the battery pack is always

resting either on the Vega Base or on the Vega. During a power failure,

the battery pack can supply backup power to the Vega Base. For this

to happen, place the battery pack in its normal position on the Vega

Base and the Vega Base’s blue LED will turn on.When the battery pack

charge is too low, the red LED will start to flash.

The battery pack may be charged using

the AC/DC power supply provided in the

package and connecting it directly to the

DC power jack of the battery pack.

Assemble the Vega on its support using

the four screws to attach it onto the back

of the support.

Slip the end of the bracelet with safety

snaps into the lock and line it up with the

holes previously found to ensure a proper

fit. Then screw the lock onto the strap with

holes using the screwdriver provided in

the Vega package.

Next, place the bracelet with the Vega

assembled around the wearer’s wrist,

slipping the strap with safety snaps into

the slot of the Vega support.
If you need to take the Vega off the wearer’s

wrist, follow steps 5 and 6 above.

Step 4: Charging Vega

Vega’s built-in battery can only be recharged

using the battery pack. Before charging

the Vega, the battery pack itself must be

fully charged.
To attach the battery pack onto the Vega,

first insert the hooked-end side into the

cavity provided on the Vega, and then flip

it down to rest on the Vega. Next, press the

latch mechanism forward onto the end of the

battery pack. This mechanism secures the

battery pack to the latches on Vega.
If the mechanism is inserted correctly, the

battery pack’s blue LED turns on to show that

Vega is charging. The battery pack’s LED

turns off when it is discharged. Charging the

VEGA gps bracelet can take up to three hours.
It should be noted that both the Vega base

and the battery pack can be charged using the

AC/DC adapters provided with the VEGA gps

bracelet at the time of delivery or subscription.
When you charge the Vega for the first time

or when the battery charge level is very low, it is best to perform the

charging process twice for an optimal charge or to connect the battery

pack to the power outlet while secured on Vega.
At all times, the battery icon displayed on the Vega indicates the

battery charge level.
A red empty battery icon sends a warning that Vega’s battery charge

level is low. Automatically, Vega generates an optional email alert.
To remove the battery pack from the Vega, release the latch by

inserting the key into the two holes on the battery pack. You will hear

a click when the mechanism has been released. Always put the key

and the battery pack back on the base after using it so that it doesn’t

get lost.

DO NOT FORCE THE MECHANISM, IT MAY CAUSE DAMAGE.

1. Inside the home zone (Sleep mode)

The Vega Base emits radiofrequency (RF) waves similar to those of a

home cordless telephone.
The waves have a maximum range of 50 m but that range will vary

depending on the Vega Base’s surroundings (e.g., thickness of the walls

and what they are made of).
When Vega is inside the home (RF) zone, some of its features

(including its GPS) go into sleep mode, because the Vega

communicates with its base by using very little battery power. It places

itself in an economy state: the sleep mode.

Vega displays the home icon when inside the home zone.

The emergency button still works and can be used in the event of a

malaise or other serious problems.

Warning!

If you move your Vega Base with the battery pack clipped

on it (e.g., during a trip), the Vega Base will continue to emit RF signals

giving the false impression that Vega is still in its usual home zone and

safe zone. Therefore, the application will read that the wearer is within

its homezone. However, should the battery charge reach a low level

point, the watch will transmit its position to the response center.

C) Vega Operating Modes

2. Outside the home zone

(Regular mode AND INSIDE SAFE ZONE)

When Vega is outside the home zone, all Vega features are in function

and the home icon is no longer displayed. Vega regularly searches for

and records in memory its geographic location using its assisted GPS

(A GPS) module. It regularly compares its location to the preloaded

map of the safety zone. The icons on the Vega display show the

operations it is performing.

The magnifying glass indicates that the GPS is

working, and trying to determine its position.

The push-pin indicates that the A-GPS was able

to determine its position with accuracy.

The emergency button works at all times, regardless of the

wearer ‘s location and can be used in the event of a malaise or

other serious problems.

Warning!

Keep in mind that this feature only works in areas covered

by the GPS and GSM/GPRS systems.

This icon indicates that no GSM/GPRS signals

are available; therefore the Vega will not be able

to transmit information to the response center such

as its position, and no alert can be sent.

The Vega MUST indicate at least a “one-bar icon” to

transmit information.

GEOLOCALISATION

– Vega regularly searches for and records in

memory its geographic location using its assisted GPS (A GPS)

module when outside of its home (RF) zone.When Vega is in its home

zone, the address associated with the home zone is transmitted to the

response center.

3. Exiting the safe zone

When Vega detects that it is outside the safe zone (geofence), it

automatically generates an out-of-safe-zone alert to notify the response

centre of this situation. The alert is handled by the response centre

following the procedure set down with the subscriber (e.g., the wearer’s

emergency contacts are notified so that they can take action to correct

the situation).

Note: During an alert, it is possible that the operator at the response

centre or a familly member talk to the wearer.
The emergency button works at all times, regardless of the

wearer‘s location and can be used in the event of a malaise or

other serious problems.
Keep in mind that this feature only works in areas covered by the GPS

and GSM/GPRS systems.

4. Vocal communication

OPERATION

– Vega has a built-in hands-free telephone. Vega was not

designed for the wearer to dial a phone number and initiate a call. Vega

can only receive calls from the response centre or emergency contacts.
For incoming calls, communication is automatically established between

the caller and wearer: the latter has nothing to do to accept the call. To

optimize sound quality, the wearer should put Vega in front of his or her

face and speak in a normal voice. To end a call, press the display button

for 2 seconds.

CONTACTING THE VEGA WEARER

– In an emergency situation

or when help is needed, authorized emergency contacts may talk to

the Vega wearer by calling the response centre using the hands-free

telephone feature.

D) In case of an emergency: press the red button

The emergency button must be pushed down for at least two seconds

to work. This is done to avoid false alarms by inadvertently pressing

on the button.
The Vega displays an exclamation mark that shows that the alert has

been sent.
The emergency button must only be used in emergency situations, in the

event of a malaise or other serious problems.
Vega then transmits its position and an alert to the response centre.

The alert is handled by the centre following the procedure set down

with the subscriber (e.g., the centre may try to establish vocal contact

with the Vega™wearer in order to assess the situation, or it may call the

emergency contacts, inform them of the situation and request that they

take action). Please, keep in mind that the wearer should not move since

his or her geographic location was sent immediately to the response

centre so help can be quickly dispatched if the procedure so specifies.

Obviously, this feature only works in areas covered by the GPS and

GSM/GPRS systems(minimum of one bar shown on the display screen).
Note: it is possible to disable the alert button by contacting the

customer service.

E) Automatic Low battery alert

Vega automatically transmits an alert when its battery level reaches

a low level or has been recharging for more than 24 hours. The low

battery level alert is transmitted only once a day.
The alert is handled following the procedure set down with the

subscriber (e.g. an e mail is sent to emergency contacts).

F) Locating Vega

Authorized emergency contacts may request that Vega be located by

calling the response centre and by identifying themselves.
The location provided will be the latest position transmitted by Vega.

G) Environmental Conditions

and Restrictions

1. General instructions

Follow applicable rules in all locations. Vega must not be used where

portable telephones are prohibited or where it could create interference or

a hazard (e.g., in places where chemicals or inflammable substances are

found or stored and in vehicles using petrol or inflammable liquid gas).
Do not use Vega in dusty or dirty places. It may cause damage to

certain components.
Only use approved Vega accessories after having read the user’s manual.

Otherwise, you could permanently damage your system. Also avoid short-

circuits, which may damage the batteries or electronic components.
Though designed to be rugged, your Vega system does contain delicate

electronic circuitry.
Avoid dropping or shaking it.
Your Vega and its battery pack contain lithium polymer batteries and

should be kept near room temperature. They should never be exposed

to temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +50°C (140°F). Store your

system in a dry place at room temperature so its sensitive electronic

components are not damaged.
Do not try to open your Vega system to avoid potentially serious injuries

or burns, or damage to the system.

Do not paint or put stickers on your Vega system, since this could prevent

it from working properly.

2. Water

While Vega is designed to be water-resistant, the battery pack and Vega

Base are not. Keep them in a dry location. Rain, humidity and liquids of

any sort may lead to corrosion of the circuitry.

3. Special restrictions

PACEMAKERS

– Based on independent research and

recommendations byWireless Technology Research, we recommend

that people wearing a pacemaker i) always keep Vega more than 20 cm

away from their pacemaker; ii) wear Vega on their right wrist; and iii)

remove the bracelet immediately if they think interference may occur.

HEARING AIDS

– Vega may interfere with some hearing aids, so

please consult the manufacturer.

MEDICAL APPARATUS

– Any device emitting radio waves, be it a cell

phone or your Vega, may interfere with the functioning of insufficiently

protected medical apparatus. If in doubt, consult a physician or the

medical apparatus manufacturer. Do not use Vega in hospitals or

health-care centres where it goes against regulations.

AIRCRAFT

– It is prohibited to use Vega during flights. You should

plan on discharging your Vega prior to flight time. Using Vega aboard

an aircraft could prevent onboard apparatus from working properly.

MAGNETISM

– Vega contains some magnetic components. Do not

place credit cards or other magnetic recording media near Vega, since

the information they contain may be erased.

4. Customer Service

Everon provides information online at www.everon.net.
You may also contact your Customer Service. The phone number

can either be found on the website, or in your Vega kit along with the

documents it contains.

5. Recycling Vega and Components

To recycle your Vega, or its components, please refer to the regulations

in effect in your area.

H) Specifications

1. Technical specifications

GSM/GPRS

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850/900/1800/1900 MHz

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868 MHz (Europe) or 921.4 MHz (North

America) ............................. 10dBm(max output)
GPS

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-159 dBm (Maximum sensitivity)

Electrical supply

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220 V 50 Hz 350 mA (Europe) or

120V 60 Hz 350 mA (North America)

2. Battery autonomy

Though Vega runs in energy-saving mode inside the home (RF) zone,

we recommend that you recharge it daily.

3. Network services

Vega is certified for use on GSM/GPRS networks using the

850*/900/1800/1900 MHz bands. It is designed to be used only in

those bands. Vega service depends on network coverage at the

frequencies above. It is important to check coverage in your area

before activating Vega.
Like any mobile telephone, Vega uses radio signals from mobile or wire

line networks that may not always guarantee the connection under all

conditions. It is thus important that you do not depend entirely upon

Vega for your essential emergency and assistance communications.
Everon cannot be held liable for interruptions to GSM/GPRS

network services.Do not try to open your Vega system to avoid

potentially serious injuries or burns, or damage to the system. Do not

paint or put stickers on your Vega system, since this could prevent it

from working properly.

4. Specific Absorption Rate

Your Vega is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and

manufactured not to exceed limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF)

energy. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish

permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines

are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific

organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific

studies. The guidelines include a substantial safety margin designed to

ensure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
The exposure standard for mobile phones employs a unit of

measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The

SAR limit set is 2W/Kg* in European Union and 1.6W/Kg** in North

America. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating

positions with the phone transmitting at its highest certified power

level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined

at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of the phone, while

operating, can be well below the maximum value. This because the

phone is designed to operate at multiple power levels, therefore using

only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you

are to a base station, the lower the power output of the phone.
The highest SAR value for this model phone is lower than the limit in

the 850/900/1800/1900 MHz bands.While there may be differences

between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions,

they all meet the government requirement for RF exposure.
Before a new model is available for sale to the public, compliance with

the regulations must be shown.

*The SAR limit recommended by international authorities (CIPRNI) for mobile phones used by

the public is 2 watts/kilogram (W/Kg) averaged over ten grams of body tissue. The standard

incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to

account for any variations in measurements.
**In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/

kilogram (W/kg) averaged over one gram of body tissue

I) Legal Advice

In addition to this User Guide, you must read the General Conditions

and Vega service Subscription Form, provided by your local operator.

These documents contain important information and legal notices that

you must be aware of, and accept before activating Vega.

1. Intellectual property

PATENTS AND COPYRIGHTS

– The technologies and methods

used in Vega are protected by patents pending worldwide and are the

property of Everon Oy or its subsidiaries.
All softwares contained in the Vega system are protected by patents

or copyright. Copying, modifying or reverse engineering is strictly

prohibited and may lead to prosecution.

TRADEMARKS

– Everon and Vega are registered trademarks of

Everon Oy, or its subsidiaries. Other logos or products of Everon Oy

or its subsidiaries, whether protected or not, are the property of

Everon Oy, or its subsidiaries.
You agree not to display or use in whatsoever manner said trademarks

without the prior written consent of Everon Oy Other products and

company names mentioned in this User’s Manual or on the websites

belonging to Everon are either trademarks pending or registered

trademarks that are the property of their respective holders.

2. Statement of compliance

CE MARKING

– Everon hereby attest that the Vega product complies

with standards ETSI EN 301-357-1, ETSI EN 300-220-1, ETSI EN 301-

489-3, EN 60950-1, EN 50392:2004, EN 60950-1, EN 301 511, 3GPP

51.010 1, in accordance with the provisions of directives EMC 89/336/

EEC, 73/23/EEC and R&TTE 1999/5/EC.
For more details, please contact us.

FCC STATEMENT

– 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. Any changes or modifications not expressly

approved by Medical Intelligence Canada could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

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 communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 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.
—   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

Vega
FCC ID: YLO201001
IC: 9150A-201001
Model: URG-BRA-002

Vega Base
FCC ID: YLO201002
IC: 9150A-201002
Model: URG-BAS-002

Reminder

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