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The Project has also helped develop a series of public information documents on EMF issues. FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to do research on wireless phone safety. FDA provides the scientific oversight, obtaining input from experts in government, industry, and academic or- ganizations. CTIA-funded research is conducted through contracts to independent investigators. The initial research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world.

7.How can I find out how much radiofrequency energy exposure I can get by using my wireless phone?

All phones sold in the United States must comply with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) guidelines that limit radiofrequency energy (RF) exposures. FCC established these guidelines in consultation with FDA and the other federal health and safety agencies. The FCC limit for RF exposure from wireless telephones is set at a Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCC limit is consistent with the safety standards developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (IEEE) and the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement. The exposure limit takes into consideration the body’s ability to remove heat from the tissues that absorb energy from the wireless phone and is set well below levels known to have effects. Manufacturers of wireless phones must report the RF exposure level for each model of phone to the FCC. The FCC website (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety) gives directions for locating the FCC identification number on your phone so you can find your phone’s RF exposure level in the online listing.

8.What has FDA done to measure the radiofrequency energy coming from wireless phones ?

The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) is developing a technical standard for measuring the radiofrequency energy (RF) exposure from wireless phones and other wireless handsets with the participation and leader-ship of FDA scientists and engineers. The standard, “Recommended Practice for Determining the Spatial-Peak Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in the Human Body Due to Wireless Communications Devices: Experimental Techniques,” sets forth the first consistent test methodology for measuring the rate at which RF is deposited in the heads of wireless phone users. The test method uses a tissue-simulating model of the human head. Standardized SAR test methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency of measurements made at different laboratories on the same phone. SAR is the measurement of the amount of energy absorbed in tissue, either by the whole body or a small part of the body. It is measured in watts/kg (or milliwatts/g) of matter. This measurement is used to determine whether a wireless phone complies with safety guidelines.

9.What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to radiofrequency 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 potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to radiofrequency 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

C reduce RF exposure.

H • If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless phone every day, you could place more distance between your body and the source of the RF, since

8 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.

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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.

10.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 radiofrequency energy (RF), the measures described above would 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 other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For example, the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no evidence exists that us- ing 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 evidence that any health hazard exists.

11.What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment? Radiofrequency energy (RF) from 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 instrumentation (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 hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless phones and helped develop 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 that no interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible” phone and a “compatible” hearing aid at the same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000. FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for possible interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful interference be found to occur, FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and work to resolve the problem.

12.Where can I find additional information?

For additional information, please refer to the following resources:

•FDA web page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/ phones/index.html)

•Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF Safety Program (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety)

•International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (http://www.icnirp.de)

•World Health Organization (WHO) International EMF Project (http://www.who.int/emf)

•National Radiological Protection Board (UK) (http://www.nrpb.org.uk/)

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Contents User Guide Table of Contents WelcomeChapter Table of Content ChapterInside the Package Handset DescriptionSystem Status BAR Indicator Display Area Text & Graphic area Soft Key Display AreaBattery Usage Battery InstallationBattery Removal Battery Charging Power ConnectionBattery Usage Times Battery Standby Times for NEW BatteryBattery Handling Information DOsDON’Ts Accessing the Menu Turning the Phone on / OFFTurning the Phone on Turning the Phone OFFMenu Summary ContactsBasic Functions Making a CallPress to make the call This icon will appear on the display To end a call, pressHARD/TIMED Pause Feature Answering CallsSpeaker Phone Answering a CallAdjusting Volume Enter Lock ModeWAY Calling Caller ID FunctionDuring a Call Lock Mode Using ANY Available SystemMaking AN Emergency Call Enter 911 then pressStoring a Phone Number SaveNew contact added! or Contact edited Standard Input Mode Entering LETTERS, Numbers & SymbolsT9 Input Mode Enter letters using the key pad as followsEntering LETTERS, Numbers & Symbols Numeric ModeSymbol Mode Contacts FindFind by Name Find by NumberADD NEW GroupADD NEW Group Change Group NameSpeed Dial MSG. GroupADD NEW MSG. Group Change MSG. Group NameSend Text MSG. Group Send Photo MSG. GroupErase MSG. Group Recent Calls MY Phone #ALL Calls Press Menu To return to the previous page, pressMissed Calls Received CallsCall Timers Dialed CallsLast Call ALL CallsData Calls Axcess Apps Downloading ApplicationsDownloading MELODIES/WALLPAPERS Applying MELODIES/WALLPAPERSMedia Gallery Erasing AN ApplicationImages GraphicsPhotos TonesShuffle WallpaperSettings SoundsSpeaker Phone AlertMinute RoamPower on Power OFFDisplay Tone LengthDialed Screen SaverSUB Screen Greeting MessageData Service Security 900#S Long DistanceChange Code Erase ALLRestrictive Dialing Others Answer Options Call AnswerActive Flip Auto AnswerTTY Mode LanguageVoice Privacy LocationSystem Airplane Mode Phone InfoVersion Axcess VersionTools ScheduleAlarm Snooze SettingSettings Memo PADCalculator ADD MemoWorld Clock Stop WatchCamera Take PhotoPhoto Gallery Photo MessagePress Menu or Press to select a picture Voice Service HelpVoice Tools Menu Voice MemoVoice Dial Press to erase all voice memosTrain Words YESWAKE-UP Undo Train ALLVoice Recognition Mode Voice SettingHFK Mode NameVoice MAIL, Text Photo Message MemoWhen a NEW Message Arrives Default call back number is automaticallyNEW Text MSG Press Menu Under Send To, input the phone number, thenNEW Photo MSG Under Send To, input the phone number, then PressVoice Mail InboxReply with Copy ForwardSave Media Save to ContactOutbox Checking Sent Text MessagesEdit Message ResendWEB Alerts SavedWEB Alerts SavedQuick Text Erase ALLQuick Text Erase MessagesAuto Save Auto EraseSave Sent MSG InboxDefault Callback Edit Voice CallbackRemind Edit SignatureEntry Mode Block or UnblockStart Internet Browser Browser MenuClear Show URLReload Send LinkSafety Information for Wireless Handheld Phones Driving SafetyExposure to Radio Frequency Signals Antenna CareOther Safety Guidelines Electronic DevicesSafety Information for FCC RF Exposure PrecautionsBODY-WORN Operation SAR Information FCC HEARING-AID Compatibility HAC FDA Consumer Update Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?141 Protect Your Warranty Month Limited Warranty144

PN-218 specifications

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