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Enhanced 911 (E911) Information
Your BlackBerry device features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip
necessary for utilizing E911 emergency location services where available.
When you place an emergency 911 call, the GPS feature of your BlackBerry device begins to
seek information to calculate your approximate location. Depending on several variables,
including availability and access to satellite signals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more to
determine and report your approximate location.
Important:
Always report your location to the 911 operator when placing an emergency call.
Some
designated emergency call takers, known as Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) may not
be equipped to receive GPS location information from your BlackBerry device.
Note:
The GPS feature on your BlackBerry device can help emergency personnel determine your location
in instances where you are in a wireless coverage area, your device is able to communicate with a
GPS-enabled satellite, and your emergency response center is equipped to process such
information. However, successful determination of your location is not guaranteed.
YOU SHOULD NOT RELY ON ANY WIRELESS DEVICE FOR ESSENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS,
INCLUDING MEDICAL EMERGENCIES. Emergency numbers may vary by location and emergency
calls may be blocked or impeded by network, environmental, or interference issues.
You can only make emergency calls by typing official emergency access numbers (for example,
911 in North America).
