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research needs in the context of the latest research 
developments around the world.What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radio 
frequency energy from my wireless phone?If there is a risk from these products - and at this point we do not 
know that there is - it is probably very small. But if you are 
concerned about avoiding even po tential risks, you can take a 
few simple steps to mi nimize your exposure to radio frequency 
energy (RF).
Since time is a key factor in how much exposure a person 
receives, reducing the amount of  time spent using a wireless 
phone will reduc e RF exposure.If you must conduct extended conv ersations by wireless phone every 
day, you could place more distance between your body and the source 
of the RF, since the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance. 
For example, you could use a headset and carry the wireless phone 
away from your body or use a wireless phone connected to a remote 
antenna.Again, the scientific data do  not demonstrate that wireless 
phones are harmful. But if you are concerned about the RF 
exposure from these products , you can use measures like 
those described above to reduce your RF exposure from 
wireless phone use.
What about children using wireless phones?The scientific evidence does  not show a danger to users of 
wireless phones, including children  and teenagers. If you want to 
take steps to lower exposure to radio frequency energy (RF), the 
measures described above wo uld apply to children and 
teenagers using wireless phones.  Reducing the time of wireless 
phone use and increasing the distance between the user and the 
RF source will reduce RF exposure.
Some groups sponsored by othe r national governments have 
advised that children be discou raged from using wireless phones 
at all. For example, the gove rnment in the United Kingdom 
distributed leaflets  containing such a recommendation in 
December 2000.
They noted that no evidence exists that using  a wireless phone 
causes brain tumors or other ill  effects. Their recommendation to 
limit wireless phone use by children  was strictly precautionary; it 
was not based on scientific evid ence that any health hazard 
exists.Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reduce 
risks from exposure to RF emissions?Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions 
from wireless phones, there is no  reason to believe that hands-
free kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits can be used with wireless 
phones for convenience and comf ort. These systems reduce the  
						

							168absorption of RF energy in the head because the phone, which is 
the source of the RF emissions, will not be placed against the 
head. On the other hand, if the phone is mounted against the 
waist or other part of the body during use, then that part of the 
body will absorb more RF energy. Wireless phones marketed in 
the U.S. are required to meet sa fety requirements regardless of 
whether they are used against the head or against the body. 
Either configuration should result in compliance with the safety 
limit.Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shield 
the head from RF radiation work?Since there are no known risks from exposure to RF emissions 
from wireless phones, there is no reason to believe that 
accessories that claim  to shield the head from those emissions 
reduce risks. Some produc ts that claim to shield the user from RF 
absorption use special  phone cases, while others involve nothing 
more than a metallic accessory attached to the phone.
Studies have shown that these pro ducts generally do not work as 
advertised. Unlike “hand-free” kits, these so-called “shields” 
may interfere with proper operat ion of the phone. The phone may 
be forced to boost its power to compensate, leading to an 
increase in RF absorption. In February 2002, the Federal trade 
Commission (FTC) charged two comp anies that sold devices that claimed to protect wi
reless phone users from radiation with 
making false and unsubstantiated claims.
According to FTC, these defendants  lacked a reasonable basis to 
substantiate their claim.
What about wireless phone interference with 
medical equipment?Radio frequency energy (RF) fr om wireless phones can interact 
with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA helped 
develop a detailed test method to measure electromagnetic 
interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and 
defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test method is now 
part of a standard  sponsored by the Association for the 
Advancement of Medical instrument ation (AAMI). The final draft, 
a joint effort by FDA, medical  device manufacturers, and many 
other groups, was completed in  late 2000. This standard will 
allow manufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakers and 
defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI. FDA has tested 
wireless phones and helped de velop a voluntary standard 
sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers 
(IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and performance 
requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that no 
interference occurs when a pers on uses a compatible phone and 
a compatible hearing aid at th e same time. This standard was 
approved by the IEEE in 2000. 
						

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FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible 
interactions with  other medical devices. Should harmful 
interference be found to occur, FD A will conduct testing to assess 
the interference and work to resolve the problem.
Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from various 
sources can be obtained from  the following organizations 
(Updated 1/1/2010):FCC RF Safety Program: http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):http://www.epa.gov/radiation/Occupational Safety and Health Administrations (OSHA):
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.htmlNational Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH):http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/World Health Organization (WHO):http://www.who.int/peh-emf/International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection:http://www.icnirp.deHealth Protection Agency:http://www.hpa.org.uk/radiation US Food and Drug Administration:
http://www.fda.gov/Radiation-EmittingProducts/
RadiationEmittingProductsandProcedures/HomeBusinessandEntertainment/CellPhones/default.htmRoad SafetyYour wireless phone gives yo u the powerful ability to 
communicate by voice, almost  anywhere, anytime. But an 
important responsibility accomp anies the benefits of wireless 
phones, one that every user must uphold. Always comply with 
road safety regulations on usin g a mobile phone while driving. 
Using a mobile phone while  driving can be dangerous.
When driving a car, driving is your  first responsibility. When using 
your wireless phone behind the wh eel of a car, practice good 
common sense and remember  the following tips:1.
Get to know your wireless phone and its features, such as 
speed dial and redial. If availa ble, these features help you 
to place your call without taki ng your attention off the road.
2.
When available, use a hands-f ree device. If possible, add 
an additional layer of convenience and safety to your 
wireless phone with one of the many hands free 
accessories available today. 
						

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Position your wireless phone wi
thin easy reach. Be able to 
access your wireless phone wi thout removing your eyes 
from the road. If you get an incoming call at an 
inconvenient time, let your voice mail answer it for you.
4.
Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving. 
Suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather 
conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, ice and even heavy traffic 
can be hazardous.
5.
Do not take notes or look up  phone numbers while driving. 
Jotting down a “to do” list or flipping through your address 
book takes attention aw ay from your primary 
responsibility, driving safely.
6.
Dial sensibly and assess the tr affic; if possible, place calls 
when you are not moving or befo re pulling into traffic. Try 
to plan calls when your car will  be stationary. If you need to 
make a call, dial only a few numbers, check the road and 
your mirrors, then continue.
7.
Do not engage in stressful or  emotional conversations that 
may be distracting. Make pe ople you are talking with 
aware you are driving and suspend conversations that 
have the potential to  divert your attention from the road.
8.
Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1 or other 
local emergency number in the ca se of fire, traffic accident 
or medical emergencies.
9.
Use your wireless phone to help  others in emergencies. If 
you see an auto accident,  crime in progress or other 
serious emergency where lives are in danger, call 9-1-1 or 
other local emergenc y number, as you would want others 
to do for you.
10.
Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency 
wireless assistance number when necessary. If you see a 
broken-down vehicle posing no  serious hazard, a broken 
traffic signal, a minor traf fic accident where no one 
appears injured, or a vehicle you know to be stolen, call 
roadside assistance or ot her special non-emergency 
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“The wireless industry reminds you to use your phone safely when 
driving.”For more information, please call 1-888-901-SAFE, or visit our 
web-site 
www.ctia.org
.
Important!: 
If you are using a handset other than a standard numeric keypad, please call 1-888-901-7233.
Provided by the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet 
Association.Responsible ListeningCaution!: 
Avoid potential hearing loss.
Damage to hearing oc curs when a person is exposed to loud 
sounds over time. The risk of he aring loss increases as sound is 
played louder and for longer dura tions. Prolonged exposure to 
loud sounds (including  music) is the most common cause of 
preventable hearing loss. Some scientific res earch suggests that 
using portable audio devices, such  as portable music players and 
cellular telephones, at high vo lume settings for long durations 
may lead to permanent noise-induc ed hearing loss. This includes 
the use of headphones (incl uding headsets, earbuds, and 
Bluetooth or other wire less devices). Exposure  to very loud sound 
has also been associated in some  studies with tinnitus (a ringing 
in the ear), hypersensitivity  to sound and distorted hearing. Individual susceptibility to 
noise-induced hearing loss and 
potential hearing problem varies . Additionally, the amount of 
sound produced by a portable au dio device varies depending on 
the nature of the sound, the de vice settings, and the headphones 
that are used. As a result, there is no single volume setting that is 
appropriate for everyone or for every combination of sound, 
settings and equipment.
You should follow some commonsense recommendations when 
using any portable audio device:
Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an 
audio source.Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume at  which you can hear adequately.When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people speaking near you or if the person sitting next to you can hear 
what you are listening to.Do not turn the volume up to block out noisy surroundings. If you choose to listen to your portable device in a noisy environment, use 
noise-cancelling headphones to block out background environmental 
noise. By blocking background environment noise, noise cancelling 
headphones should allow you to hear the music at lower volumes than 
when using earbuds.Limit the amount of time you listen. As the volume increases, less time  is required before you hearing could be affected. 
						

							172Avoid using headphones after exposure to extremely loud noises, such 
as rock concerts, that might cause temporary hearing loss. Temporary 
hearing loss might cause unsafe volumes to sound normal.Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you 
experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech or experience 
any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your portable audio 
device, discontinue use and consult your doctor.You can obtain additional information on this subject from the 
following sources:American Academy of Audiology11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300
Reston, VA 20190
Voice: (800) 222-2336
Email: [email protected]
Internet: 
http://www.audiology.org
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication DisordersNational Institutes of Health
31 Center Drive, MSC 2320
Bethesda, MD 20892-2320
Email: [email protected]
Internet: 
http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)395 E Street, S.W.
Suite 9200
Patriots Plaza Building
Washington, DC 20201
Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-356-4647)
1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
Outside the U.S. 513-533-8328
Email: [email protected]
Internet: 
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/default.html
1-888-232-6348 TTY 
						

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Operating EnvironmentRemember to follow any special regulations in force in any area 
and always switch your phone off whenever it is forbidden to use 
it, or when it may cause interference or danger.
When connecting the phone or any accessory to another device, 
read its users guide for detail ed safety instructions. Do not 
connect incompat ible products.
As with other mobile radio tr ansmitting equipment, users are 
advised that for the satisfactory operation of the equipment and 
for the safety of personnel,  it is recommended that the 
equipment should only be used in  the normal operating position 
(held to your ear with the antenn a pointing over your shoulder if 
you are using an external antenna).Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio 
frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment 
may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless 
phone. Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives.Implantable Medical DevicesA minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained 
between a handheld wireless phone and an implantable medical 
device, such as a pacemaker or implantable cardioverter 
defibrillator, to avoi d potential interferen ce with the device. Persons who have
 such devices:
Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their 
implantable medical device when the phone is turned ON;Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;Should use the ear opposite the implantable medical device to minimize the potential for interference;Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to 
suspect that interference is taking place;Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your implantable medical device. If you have any questions about using 
your wireless phone with such a device, consult your health care 
provider.For more information see:http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.htmlOther Medical DevicesIf you use any other personal  medical devices, consult the 
manufacturer of your de vice to determine if it is adequately 
shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to 
assist you in obtaining this information. Switch yo ur phone off in 
health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas 
instruct you to do so.  Hospitals or health care facilities may be 
using equipment that could be se nsitive to external RF energy. 
						

							174VehiclesRF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately 
shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the 
manufacturer or its representati ve regarding your vehicle. You 
should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has 
been added to your vehicle.Posted FacilitiesSwitch your phone off in any facility where posted notices require 
you to do so.Potentially Explosive EnvironmentsSwitch your phone off when in  any area with a potentially 
explosive atmosphere and obey al l signs and instructions. Sparks 
in such areas could cause an explos ion or fire resulting in bodily 
injury or even death.
Users are advised to switch the phone off while at a refueling 
point (service station). Users are reminded of the need to observe 
restrictions on the use of radio  equipment in fuel depots (fuel 
storage and distribution areas), chemical plants or where blasting 
operations are in progress.
Areas with a potentia lly explosive atmosphe re are often but not 
always clearly marked. They in clude below deck on boats, 
chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied 
petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), areas where the air  contains chemicals or particles,
 such as grain, dust or metal 
powders, and any other area  where you would normally be 
advised to turn off  your vehicle engine.
Emergency CallsThis phone, like any  wireless phone, operates using radio 
signals, wireless  and landline networks as well as user-
programmed functions, which cann ot guarantee connection in all 
conditions areas or circumstances. Therefore, you should never 
rely solely on any wireless phone for essential communications 
(medical emergencies, for example). Before traveling in remote 
or underdeveloped areas, plan an  alternate method of contacting 
emergency services personnel.
Remember, to make or receive any calls the phone must be 
switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength. 
Emergency calls may not be poss ible on all wireless phone 
networks or when certain network services and/or phone 
features are in use. Check with local service providers.
To make an emergency call:1.
If the phone is not on, switch it on.
2.
Key in the emergency number for  your present location (for 
example, 911 or other offi cial emergency number). 
Emergency numbers vary by location.
3.
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If certain features are in use (call barring, for example), you may 
first need to deactivate those features before you can make an 
emergency call. Consult this document and your local cellular 
service provider.
When making an emergency call, remember to give all the 
necessary information as accurate ly as possible. Remember that 
your phone may be the only me ans of communication at the 
scene of an accident; do not  cut off the call until given 
permission to do so.Restricting Childrens access to your PhoneYour phone is not a toy. Do not  allow children to play with it 
because they could hurt themse lves and others, damage the 
phone or make calls that increase your phone bill.FCC Notice and CautionsFCC NoticeThe phone may cause TV or radio interference if used in close 
proximity to receivi ng equipment. The FCC  can require you to 
stop using the phone if such in terference cannot be eliminated.
Vehicles using liquefied petrol eum gas (such as propane or 
butane) must comply with the National Fire Protection Standard 
(NFPA-58). For a copy of this standard, contact the National Fire 
Protection Association:
CautionsAny changes or modifications to your phone not expressly 
approved in this document coul d void your warranty for this 
equipment, and void your author ity to operate this equipment. 
Only use approved batteries, an tennas and chargers. The use of 
any unauthorized accessories may be dangerous and void the 
phone warranty if said accessories cause damage or a defect to 
the phone.
Although your phone is quite st urdy, it is a complex piece of 
equipment and can be  broken. Avoid dropping, hitting, bending 
or sitting on it.Other Important Safety InformationOnly qualified personnel should service the phone or install the phone 
in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may 
invalidate any warranty applicable to the device.NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency)1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts
USA  02169-7471
Internet: 
http://www.nfpa.org 
						

							176Ensure that any mobile phones or related equipment installed in your 
vehicle are securely mounted.Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases or explosive materials in 
the same compartment as the phone, its parts or accessories.For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that an air bag inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including both installed 
or portable wireless equipment near or in the area over the air bag or 
in the air bag deployment area. If wireless equipment is improperly 
installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.Switch your phone off before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless phone in aircraft is illegal and may be dangerous to the aircrafts 
operation.Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of telephone services to the offender, or legal action, or both.Product PerformanceGetting the Most Out of Your Signal ReceptionThe quality of each  call you make or receive depends on the 
signal strength in  your area. Your phone  informs you of the 
current signal strength by displayi ng a number of bars next to the 
signal strength icon. The  more bars displayed, the stronger the 
signal. If youre inside a building, being near a window may give you 
better reception.
Understanding the Power Save FeatureIf your phone is unabl
e to find a signal after searching, a Power 
Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it 
periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it 
yourself by pressing any key.
Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a message displays 
on the screen. When a signal is found, your phone returns to 
standby mode.Understanding How Your Phone OperatesYour phone is basically a radio tr ansmitter and receiver. When its 
turned on, it receives and transm its radio frequency (RF) signals. 
When you use your phone, the syst em handling your call controls 
the power level. This power ca n range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 
watts in digital mode.Maintaining Your Phones Peak PerformanceFor the best care of  your phone, only author ized personnel should 
service your phone  and accessories. Allowing unqualified 
personnel to service your phone  may result in damage to your 
phone and may vo id the warranty.
There are several simple guidel ines to operating your phone 
properly and maintaining sa fe, satisfactory service.