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This product meets applicable 

national SAR limits of 2.0 W/kg. The 

specific maximum SAR values can 

be found in the SAR information 

section of this manual.
When carrying the product or using it 

while worn on your body, maintain a 

distance of 1.5 cm from the body to 

ensure compliance with RF exposure 

requirements.

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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered 

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trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their 

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respective owners..

This safety information contains content for mobile devices. 

Some content may be not applicable to your device. To 

prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your 

device, read the safety information about your device before 

using the device.

Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and 

explosion

Do not use damaged power cords or plugs, or loose electrical 

sockets

Do not touch the power cord with wet hands or disconnect 

the charger by pulling the cord

Do not bend or damage the power cord

Do not use your device while it is charging or touch your 

device with wet hands

Do not short-circuit the charger or the device

Do not drop or cause an impact to the charger or the device

Do not charge the battery with the charger that is not 

approved by the manufacturer

Do not use your device during a thunderstorm

Your device may malfunction and your risk of electric shock is 

increased.

Do not handle a damaged or leaking Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) 

battery

For safe disposal of your Li-Ion battery, contact your nearest 

authorised service centre.

Handle and dispose of the device and charger with care

Use only Samsung-approved battery and charger specifically 

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designed for your device. Incompatible battery and charger can 

cause serious injuries or damage to your device.

Never dispose of the battery or device in a fire. Follow all local 

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regulations when disposing of used battery or device.

Never place the battery or device on or in heating devices, such as 

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microwave ovens, stoves, or radiators. The device may explode 

when overheated.

Never crush or puncture the device. Avoid exposing the device to 

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high external pressure, which can lead to an internal short circuit 

and overheating.

Protect the device, battery and charger from damage

Avoid exposing your device and battery to very cold or very hot 

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temperatures.

Extreme temperatures can damage the device and reduce the 

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charging capacity and life of your device and battery.

Prevent the battery from coming into contact with metal objects, as 

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this can create a connection between the + and – terminals of your 

battery and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage.

Never use a damaged charger or battery.

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Caution: Follow all safety warnings and 

regulations when using your device in restricted 

areas

Do not use your device near other electronic devices

Most electronic devices use radio frequency signals. Your device may 

interfere with other electronic devices.

Do not use your device near a pacemaker

Avoid using your device within a 15 cm range of a pacemaker, if 

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possible, as your device can interfere with the pacemaker.

To minimise possible interference with a pacemaker, use 

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your device only on the side of your body that is opposite the 

pacemaker.

Comply with all safety warnings and regulations 

regarding mobile device usage while operating 

a vehicle

While driving, safely operating the vehicle is your first responsibility. 

Never use your mobile device while driving, if it is prohibited by law. 

For your safety and the safety of others, use your common sense 

and remember the following tips:

Get to know your device and its convenience features, such as 

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speed dial and redial. These features help you reduce the time 

needed to place or receive calls on your mobile device.

Position your device within easy reach. Make sure you can 

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access your wireless device without taking your eyes off the road. 

If you receive an incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your 

voicemail answer it for you.

Suspend calls in heavy traffic or hazardous weather conditions. 

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Rain, sleet, snow, ice, and heavy traffic can be hazardous.

Do not take notes or look up phone numbers. Jotting down a “to 

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do” list or flipping through your address book takes attention away 

from your primary responsibility of driving safely.

Dial sensibly and assess the traffic. Place calls when you are not 

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moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your car 

will be stationary.

Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may 

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be distracting. Make the person you are talking to aware that you 

are driving and suspend conversations that could potentially divert 

your attention from the road.

Use your device to call for help. Dial a local emergency number in 

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the case of fire, traffic accidents, or medical emergencies.

Use your device to help others in emergencies. If you see a car 

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accident, a crime in progress, or a serious emergency where lives 

are in danger, call a local emergency number.

Call roadside assistance or a special, non-emergency assistance 

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number when necessary. If you see a broken-down vehicle posing 

no serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident 

where no one appears injured, or a vehicle that you know to be 

stolen, call a number that is designated for reporting these types 

of situations.

Proper care and use of your mobile device

Keep your device dry

Humidity and liquids may damage the parts or electronic circuits 

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in your device.

Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is already on, 

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turn it off and remove the battery immediately (if the device will not 

turn off or you cannot remove the battery, leave it as-is). Then, dry 

the device with a towel and take it to a service centre.

Liquids will change the colour of the label that indicates water 

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damage inside the device. Water damage to your device can void 

your manufacturer’s warranty.

Do not use or store your device in areas with high 

concentrations of dust or airborne materials

Dust or foreign materials can cause your device to malfunction and 

may result in fire or electric shock.

Store your device only on flat surfaces

If your device falls, it may be damaged.

Do not store your device in very hot or very cold areas. It is 

recommended to use your device at temperatures from 5 

°C to 35 °C

Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the 

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internal temperature can reach up to 80 °C.

Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods 

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of time (on the dashboard of a car, for example).

Store the battery at temperatures from 0 °C to 45 °C.

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Do not allow children to use your device

Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they 

could hurt themselves and others or damage the device.

Install mobile devices and equipment with caution

Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in 

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your vehicle are securely mounted.

Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an airbag 

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deployment area. Improperly installed wireless equipment can 

cause serious injury when airbags inflate rapidly.

Allow only qualified personnel to service your device

Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in 

damage to your device and will void your manufacturer’s warranty.

Handle SIM cards or memory cards with care

Do not remove a card while the device is transferring or accessing 

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information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to 

the card or device.

Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity, and electrical 

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noise from other devices.

Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your fingers 

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or metal objects. If dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth.

Ensure access to emergency services

Emergency calls from your device may not be possible in some 

areas or circumstances. Before travelling in remote or undeveloped 

areas, plan an alternative method of contacting emergency services 

personnel.

Keep your personal and important data safe

While using your device, be sure to back up important data. 

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Samsung is not responsible for the loss of any data.

When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset 

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your device to prevent misuse of your personal information.

Do not store your device with metal objects, such as coins, 

keys, and necklaces

Your device may be scratched or may malfunction.

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If the battery terminals come into contact with metal objects, this 

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may cause a fire.

Do not store your device near magnetic fields

Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from 

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exposure to magnetic fields.

Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, 

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passbooks, and boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic 

fields.

Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures 

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or allow your device to come into contact with magnetic fields for 

extended periods of time.

Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot 

cooking equipment, or high pressure containers

The battery may leak.

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Your device may overheat and cause a fire.

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Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device

The screen of your device may be damaged.

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If bent or deformed, your device may be damaged or parts may 

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malfunction.

Do not use your device or applications for a while if the 

device is overheated

Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated device may cause 

low temperature burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation.

If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use it close 

to the eyes of people or pets

Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or 

damage to the eyes.

Carefully read the permissions screen when downloading 

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applications. Be particularly cautious with applications that have 

access to many functions or to a significant amount of your 

personal information.

Check your accounts regularly for unapproved or suspicious use. 

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If you find any sign of misuse of your personal information, contact 

your service provider to delete or change your account information.

In the event your device is lost or stolen, change the passwords on 

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your accounts to protect your personal information.

Avoid using applications from unknown sources and lock your 

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device with a pattern, password, or PIN.

Do not distribute copyright-protected material

Do not distribute copyright-protected material without the permission 

of the content owners. Doing this may violate copyright laws. The 

manufacturer is not liable for any legal issues caused by the user’s 

illegal use of copyrighted material.

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification 

information

THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR 

EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES

Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed 

not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (radio frequency 

electromagnetic fields) recommended by international guidelines. The 

guidelines were developed by an independent scientific organisation 

(ICNIRP) and include a substantial safety margin designed to assure 

the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.

The radio wave exposure guidelines use a unit of measurement 

known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit for 

mobile devices is 2.0 W/kg.

Use caution when exposed to flashing lights

While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do 

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not hold the screen too close to your eyes.

Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing 

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lights while watching videos or playing Flash-based games for 

extended periods. If you feel any discomfort, stop using the device 

immediately.

Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries

When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, 

drawing characters on a touch screen with your fingers, or playing 

games, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, 

neck, shoulders, or other parts of your body. When using your device 

for extended periods, hold the device with a relaxed grip, press 

the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks. If you continue to have 

discomfort during or after such use, stop using the device and consult 

a physician.

Ensure maximum battery and charger life

Avoid charging your device for more than a week, as overcharging 

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may shorten battery life.

Over time, unused device will discharge and must be recharged 

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before use.

Disconnect the charger from power sources when not in use.

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Use the battery only for their intended purposes.

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Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers, accessories, 

and supplies

Using generic battery or charger may shorten the life of your device 

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or cause the device to malfunction.

Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using 

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accessories or supplies that are not approved by Samsung.

Do not bite or suck the device or the battery

Doing so may damage the device or cause an explosion.

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If children use the device, make sure that they use the device 

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properly.

Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions 

with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all 

tested frequency bands. The highest SAR values under the ICNIRP 

guidelines for this device model are:

Maximum SAR for this model and conditions under which it 

was recorded
Head SAR

0.925 W/kg

Body-worn SAR

0.365 W/kg

During use, the actual SAR values for this device are usually well 

below the values stated above. This is because, for purposes of 

system efficiency and to minimise interference on the network, the 

operating power of your mobile device is automatically decreased 

when full power is not needed for the call. The lower the power output 

of the device, the lower its SAR value.

A body-worn SAR test has been performed on this device at a 

separation distance of 1.5 cm. To meet RF exposure guidelines during 

body-worn operation, the device must be positioned at least 1.5 cm 

away from the body.

Organisations such as the World Health Organisation and the US 

Food and Drug Administration have suggested that if people are 

concerned and want to reduce their exposure, they could use a 

hands-free accessory to keep the wireless device away from the 

head and body during use, or reduce the amount of time spent using 

the device.

For more information, visit www.samsung.com/sar and search for your 

device with the model number.

Use caution when using the device while walking or moving

Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injury to yourself 

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or others.

Make sure the headset cable does not become entangled in your 

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arms or on nearby objects.

Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around 

your waist

You could be injured or damage the device if you fall.

Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device

Any changes or modifications to your device can void your 

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manufacturer’s warranty. If your device needs servicing, take your 

device to a Samsung Service Centre.

Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause 

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explosion or fire.

Do not paint or put stickers on your device

Paint and stickers can clog moving parts and prevent proper 

operation. If you are allergic to paint or metal parts of the device, you 

may experience itching, eczema, or swelling of the skin. When this 

happens, stop using the device and consult your physician.

When cleaning your device:

Wipe your device or charger with a towel or an eraser.

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Clean the battery terminals with a cotton ball or a towel.

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Do not use chemicals or detergents.

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Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken

Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. 

Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired.

Do not use the device for anything other than its intended 

use

Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public

Do not use your device in a hospital or near medical 

equipment that can be interfered with by radio frequency

If you use medical equipment, contact the equipment manufacturer 

before using your device to determine whether or not the equipment 

will be affected by radio frequencies emitted by the device.

If you use a hearing aid, contact the manufacturer for 

information about radio interference

The radio frequency emitted by your device may interfere with some 

hearing aids. Before using your device, contact the manufacturer to 

determine whether or not your hearing aid will be affected by radio 

frequencies emitted by the device.

Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments

Turn off your device in potentially explosive environments instead of 

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removing the battery.

Always comply with regulations, instructions and signs in potentially 

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explosive environments.

Do not use your device at refuelling points (petrol stations), near 

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fuels or chemicals, or in blasting areas.

Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive 

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materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or 

accessories.

Turn off your device when on an aircraft

Your device may interfere with the aircraft’s electronic navigation 

instruments.

Your device may interfere with automotive equipment

Electronic devices in your car may malfunction, due to radio 

interference from your device. Contact the manufacturer for more 

information.

Do not insert the device or supplied accessories into the 

eyes, ears, or mouth

Doing so may cause suffocation or serious injuries.

When using the device:

Hold the device upright, as you would with a traditional phone.

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Speak directly into the microphone.

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Do not touch the device’s internal antenna. Doing so may result in 

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reduced call quality or cause the device to emit unintended levels of 

radio frequency (RF) energy.

Internal antenna

Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset

Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause 

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hearing damage.

Exposure to loud sounds while driving may distract 

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your attention and cause an accident.

Always turn the volume down before plugging the 

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earphones into an audio source and use only the 

minimum volume setting necessary to hear your 

conversation or music.

In dry environments, static electricity can build 

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up in the headset. Avoid using headsets in dry 

environments or touch a metal object to discharge 

static electricity before connecting a headset to 

the device.

Correct disposal of this product

(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)

This marking on the product, accessories or literature 

indicates that the product and its electronic accessories 

(e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed 

of with other household waste.

To prevent possible harm to the environment or human 

health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items 

from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote 

the sustainable reuse of material resources.

Household users should contact either the retailer where they 

purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of 

where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe 

recycling.

Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and 

conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic 

accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for 

disposal.

This EEE is compliant with RoHS.

Correct disposal of batteries in this product

(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)

This marking on the battery, manual or packaging 

indicates that the batteries in this product should not be 

disposed of with other household waste. Where marked, 

the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the 

battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference 

levels in EC Directive 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed 

of, these substances can cause harm to human health or the 

environment.

To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please 

separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through 

your local, free battery return system.

Safety information

Using the SOS message feature

Send an SOS message to your family or friends in an 

emergency.

<

Menu

> → 

Messages

 → 

Settings

 → 

SOS 

messages

Activate the SOS message feature

Press 

1. 

Sending options

 → <

Change

> and set 

Sending SOS

 to 

On

.

Enter recipient and press <

2. 

Options

> → 

Save

.

Set the number of times to repeat the message.

3. 

Press <

4. 

Back

> → <

Yes

>.

Send an SOS message

With the keypad locked, press [

1. 

] four times to 

send an SOS message to preset numbers.
To exit SOS mode, press [

2. 

].

Making fake calls

<

Menu

> → 

Settings

 → 

Applications

 → 

Call

 

→ 

Fake call

Activate the fake call feature

Press 

Fake call hot key

 and set to 

On

.

Make a fake call

Press and hold the Navigation key down.

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With the keys locked, press the Navigation key down 

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four times.

Declaration of Conformity (R&TTE)

We,

 

Samsung Electronics

declare under our sole responsibility that the product

GSM Mobile Phone : GT-E1280

to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or 

other normative documents.
SAFETY 

EN 60950-1 : 2006 + A12 : 2011

SAR 

EN 50360 : 2001 / AC 2006 

 

EN 62209- 1 : 2006 

 

EN 62209- 2 : 2010 

 

EN 62479 : 2010 

 

EN 62311 : 2008

EMC 

EN 301 489-01 V1.9.2 (09-2011) 

 

EN 301 489-07 V1.3.1 (11-2005) 

RADIO 

EN 301 511 V9.0.2 (03-2003)

We hereby declare that [all essential radio test suites have been carried out and that] 

the above named product is in conformity to all the essential requirements of Directive 

1999/5/EC.
The conformity assessment procedure referred to in Article 10 and detailed in Annex[IV] 

of Directive 1999/5/EC has been followed with the involvement of the following Notified 

Body(ies):

BABT, Forsyth House, 

Churchfield Road, 

Walton-on-Thames, 

Surrey, KT12 2TD, UK* 

Identification mark: 0168
The technical documentation kept at :
Samsung Electronics QA Lab.

which will be made available upon request. 

(Representative in the EU)

Samsung Electronics Euro QA Lab. 

Blackbushe Business Park, Saxony Way, 

Yateley, Hampshire, GU46 6GG, UK*
2012.09.07 

 

Joong-Hoon Choi / Lab Manager

(place and date of issue) 

(name and signature of authorised person)

*It is not the address of Samsung Service Centre. For the address or the phone number 

of Samsung Service Centre, see the warranty card or contact the retailer where you 

purchased your product.

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