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Important Information 

for the Samsung Galaxy Note® 3

Important Health and Safety Information – page 2

Manufacturer's Warranty – page 44

 General Terms and Conditions of Service – page 54

Important Message from Sprint – page 89

Summary of Contents for Galaxy Note 3

Page 1: ...t Information for the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Important Health and Safety Information page 2 Manufacturer s Warranty page 44 General Terms and Conditions of Service page 54 Important Message from Sprint...

Page 2: ...ting on the mobile device or at www samsung com Read this information before using your mobile device End User License Agreement for Software The End User License Agreement EULA for this device is ava...

Page 3: ...n please call 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property as defined below owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the...

Page 4: ...product incorporate source code covered under GNU General Public License GPL GNU Lesser General Public License LGPL OpenSSL License BSD License and other open source licenses To obtain the source cod...

Page 5: ...AGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY INCLUDING INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFI...

Page 6: ...America Inc Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device For 24 hour information and assistance we offer a new FAQ ARS System...

Page 7: ...ked cell phones with any health problems Cell phones emit low levels of Radio Frequency RF energy Over the past 15 years scientists have conducted hundreds of studies looking at the biological effects...

Page 8: ...o cause ionization of atoms and molecules Therefore RF energy is a type of non ionizing radiation Other types of non ionizing radiation include visible light infrared radiation heat and other forms of...

Page 9: ...and a similar number of healthy controls Results of this study did NOT show that cell phones caused brain cancer In this study most people had no increased risk of brain cancer from using cell phones...

Page 10: ...gating the relationship between exposure to radio frequency energy from communication technologies including cell phones and brain cancer in young people This is an international multi center study in...

Page 11: ...cell phone use and human health concerns The FDA also is working with voluntary standard setting bodies such as the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE the International Commission...

Page 12: ...known risks from exposure to RF emissions from cell phones there is no reason to believe that hands free kits reduce risks Hands free kits can be used for convenience and comfort They are also require...

Page 13: ...een the head and the cell phone Some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using cell phones at all For example The Stewart Report from the Unit...

Page 14: ...n www icnirp de Health Protection Agency www hpa org uk Topics Radiation US Food and Drug Administration www fda gov Radiation Emitting Products RadiationEmittingProductsand Procedures HomeBusinessand...

Page 15: ...ial margin of safety to give additional protection to the public and to account for any variations in measurements SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with t...

Page 16: ...ltaneous Transmission Head 0 98 W Kg Simultaneous Transmission Body worn 1 50 W Kg The SAR information for this device can also be found on Samsung s website www samsung com sar SAR information on thi...

Page 17: ...rmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the li...

Page 18: ...receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Commercial Mobile Alerting System CMAS This device is also designed to receive CMAS alerts known as Personal Loc...

Page 19: ...tions on the use of mobile devices and their accessories in the areas where you drive Always obey them The use of these devices may be prohibited or restricted in certain areas For example only hands...

Page 20: ...a manner that will obstruct the driver s clear view of the street and traffic Never use wireless data services such as text messaging Web browsing or e mail while operating a vehicle Never watch video...

Page 21: ...a microwave oven hair dryer iron or radiator Avoid leaving your phone in your car in high temperatures Caution Some applications or prolonged usage may increase device temperature Prolonged skin cont...

Page 22: ...battery to touch metal objects Accidental short circuiting can occur when a metallic object coin key jewelry clip or pen causes a direct connection between the and terminals of the battery metal stri...

Page 23: ...the battery or charger Misuse or use of incompatible phones batteries and charging devices could result in damage to the equipment and a possible risk of fire explosion or leakage leading to serious...

Page 24: ...teries will be accepted at these locations for no fee Mail It In The Samsung Mobile Take Back Program will provide Samsung customers with a free recycling mailing label For more information about recy...

Page 25: ...le Warning Never dispose of batteries in a fire because they may explode UL Certified Travel Charger The Travel Charger for this phone has met applicable UL safety requirements Please adhere to the fo...

Page 26: ...ice is dropped or if it receives significant impact Do not use if screen is broken or cracked as this could cause injury to you WARRANTY DISCLAIMER PROPER USE OF A TOUCH SCREEN MOBILE DEVICE If your m...

Page 27: ...e GPS performance AGPS uses your wireless service provider s network and therefore airtime data charges and or additional charges may apply in accordance with your service plan Contact your wireless s...

Page 28: ...e device for as long as the emergency responder instructs you Navigation Maps directions and other navigation data including data relating to your current location may contain inaccurate or incomplete...

Page 29: ...ive any calls the mobile device must be switched on and in a service area with adequate signal strength Emergency calls may not be possible on all wireless mobile device networks or when certain netwo...

Page 30: ...help you fulfill any warranty obligations and allow you to enjoy this product for many years Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from Liquids of any kind Keep the mobile device dry Precipitation hum...

Page 31: ...soap and water to clean the lens Use a blower or brush or lens cleaning paper dampened in a lens cleaning solution Shock or vibration Do not drop knock or shake the mobile device Rough handling can b...

Page 32: ...sound produced by a portable audio device varies depending on the nature of the sound the device settings and the headphones that are used As a result there is no single volume setting that is appropr...

Page 33: ...Avoid 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 l...

Page 34: ...Bethesda MD 20892 2320 Email nidcdinfo nidcd nih gov Internet www nidcd nih gov National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH 395 E Street S W Suite 9200 Patriots Plaza Building Washingt...

Page 35: ...r certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless mobile device Consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives Implantable Medical Devices A minimum separa...

Page 36: ...adequately shielded from external RF energy Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information Switch your mobile device off in health care facilities when any regulations posted...

Page 37: ...ften but not always clearly marked They include below deck on boats chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas such as propane or butane areas where the air contain...

Page 38: ...evices to assist hearing device users find mobile devices that may be compatible with their hearing devices Not all mobile devices have been rated Mobile devices that are rated have the rating on thei...

Page 39: ...aring device is relatively immune to interference noise Under the current industry standard American National Standards Institute ANSI C63 19 the hearing aid and wireless mobile device rating values a...

Page 40: ...ver there may be some newer wireless technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids It is important to try the different features of this phone thoroughly and...

Page 41: ...access to services or content not approved by the parent Routinely check this mobile device to ensure that the device is working properly and is safe for children to use FCC Notice and Cautions FCC No...

Page 42: ...ly When using a headset in dry environments static electricity can build up in the headset and cause a small quick static electrical shock To minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge from the head...

Page 43: ...can occur when you are exposed to flashing lights while watching videos or playing games for extended periods If you feel any discomfort stop using the device immediately Reduce risk of repetitive mot...

Page 44: ...nd service Samsung Electronics America Inc 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park New Jersey 07660 Phone 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Standard Limited Warranty What is covered and for how long The warranty peri...

Page 45: ...damage resulting from the use of Product in conjunction or connection with accessories products or ancillary peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG g defects or damage resulting fro...

Page 46: ...ms of this Limited Warranty SAMSUNG will repair or replace the Product at SAMSUNG s sole option without charge SAMSUNG may at SAMSUNG s sole option use rebuilt reconditioned or new parts or components...

Page 47: ...s Limited Warranty you must pay all parts shipping and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product You should keep a separate backup copy of any contents of the Product before delivering th...

Page 48: ...ITY CAPABILITIES OPERATIONS PERFORMANCE OR SUITABILITY OF ANY THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PRODUCT OR THE ABILITY TO INTEGRATE ANY SUCH SOFTWARE OR EQUIPMENT WITH THE...

Page 49: ...or consolidated with a dispute involving any other person s or entity s Product or claim and specifically without limitation of the foregoing shall not under any circumstances proceed as part of a cl...

Page 50: ...alf of the total administrative facility and arbitrator fees or 50 00 of such fees whichever is less and SAMSUNG shall pay the remainder of such fees Administrative facility and arbitrator fees for ar...

Page 51: ...Serial Number can be found i on the Product box ii on the Product information screen which can be found under Settings iii on a label on the back of the Product beneath the battery if the battery is...

Page 52: ...it may be possible for someone to retrieve and reuse the data by means of special software To avoid unintended information leaks and other problems of this sort it is recommended that the device be re...

Page 53: ...Manufacturer s Warranty 53 No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior written approval Specifications and availability subject to change without notice 010115...

Page 54: ...ices 2 you your customer and user mean an account holder with us or any user of our Devices or Services 3 Device means any phone aircard mobile broadband device any other device accessory or other pro...

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Page 58: ...rvice If you lose your eligibility for a particular rate plan or if a particular rate plan is no longer supported or available we may change your rate plan to one for which you qualify We will provide...

Page 59: ...any manner restricted by or inconsistent with the Agreement and Policies g breaching failing to follow or abusing the Agreement or Policies h providing false inaccurate dated or unverifiable identifi...

Page 60: ...if you return or provide your Device to Sprint and fail to either deactivate service on the Device or activate another Device in connection with your Service we reserve the right to terminate your Ser...

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Page 62: ...our Deposit to any outstanding charges We ll send any remaining portion of the Deposit to your last known address within 90 days after your final invoice if it is returned to us we will forward it on...

Page 63: ...another carrier Except for any legal right you may have to port transfer your phone number to another carrier you have no and cannot gain any for example through publication use etc proprietary owners...

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Page 65: ...hat roaming coverage will be available Roaming coverage may exist both within and outside our network coverage areas Your Device will generally indicate when you re roaming Depending on your Services...

Page 66: ...r representatives access or load on your Device To protect our networks and Services or for other reasons we may place restrictions on accessing certain Data Content such as certain websites applicati...

Page 67: ...our networks performance or hinders access to our networks If your Services include Web or data access you also can t use your Device as a modem for computers or other equipment unless we identify th...

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Page 75: ...that Sprint may in our sole discretion treat any person who presents your credentials that we deem sufficient for account access as you or an authorized user on the account for disclosure of informati...

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Page 78: ...es have a safety feature that prevents use of the keypad after dialing 911 you should follow voice prompts when interacting with emergency service providers employing interactive voice response system...

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Page 80: ...riot strike war terrorism or government orders or acts You should implement appropriate safeguards to secure your Device computer or equipment and to back up your information stored on each YouAgreeTh...

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