background image

d

index

alarms

creating,

 

48

deactivating,

 

48

stopping,

 

48

battery

charging,

 

17

installing,

 

15

low battery indicator,

 

17

Bluetooth

activating,

 

38

receiving data,

 

39

sending data,

 

39

browser

see web browser

calculator

see tools, calculator

calendar

see tools, calendar

calls

advanced functions,

 

30

answering additional calls,

 

31

answering,

 

22

basic functions,

 

22

dialling additional calls,

 

31

dialling missed calls,

 

30

from Phonebook,

 

32

international numbers,

 

32

making fake calls,

 

42

making,

 

22

multiparty,

 

31

placing on hold,

 

31

recently dialled,

 

30

retrieving held calls,

 

31

viewing missed,

 

30

conference calls

see calls, multiparty

contacts

adding,

 

25

creating groups,

 

33

finding,

 

25

convertor

see tools, convertor

Summary of Contents for S5050

Page 1: ...tents in this manual may differ from your phone depending on the software of the phone or your service provider World Wide Web http www samsungmobile com Printed in Korea Code No GH68 xxxxxA English EU 01 2009 Rev 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...S5050 user manual ...

Page 3: ...ng your mobile phone and using basic functions Instructional icons Before you start familiarise yourself with the icons you will see in this manual Warning situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution situations that could cause damage to your phone or other equipment Note notes usage tips or additional information X Refer to pages with related information for example X p 12 re...

Page 4: ...emark of Sun Microsystems Inc Windows Media Player is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation Followed by the order of options or menus you must select to perform a step for example in Menu mode select Messages Create new message represents Messages followed by Create new message Square brackets phone keys for example represents the Power key Angled brackets softkeys that control different f...

Page 5: ...age information 7 introducing your mobile phone 10 Unpack 10 Phone layout 11 Keys 12 Display 13 Icons 13 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 15 Install the SIM card and battery 15 Charge the battery 17 Insert a memory card optional 18 using basic functions 19 Turn your phone on and off 19 ...

Page 6: ...e advanced music functions 35 using tools and applications 38 Use the Bluetooth wireless feature 38 Print images 40 Activate and send an SOS message 41 Activate the mobile tracker 41 Make fake calls 42 Record and play voice memos 43 Edit images 44 Use Java powered games and applications 46 View world clocks 47 Set and use alarms 48 Use the calculator 49 Convert currencies or measurements 49 Set a ...

Page 7: ... Check your product box for the following items Mobile phone Battery Travel adapter charger User manual The items supplied with your phone may vary depending on the software and accessories available in your region or offered by your service provider You can obtain additional accessories from your local Samsung dealer ...

Page 8: ...hpiece Volume key Dial key Left softkey Right softkey Earpiece Display Alphanumeric keys OK key Special function keys 4 way navigation key Power key Front camera lens Closing the phone automatically locks the exposed keys to prevent you from accidentally pressing them To unlock these keys press Unlock OK Rear camera lens Battery cover Camera key Multifunction jack Internal antenna Flash bulb ...

Page 9: ...or answer a call In Idle mode retrieve recently dialled missed or received numbers Menu exit End a call In Menu mode cancel input and return to Idle mode Alpha numeric Enter numbers letters and special characters In Idle mode press and hold 1 to access voice mails and 0 to enter an international call prefix Special function Enter special characters or perform special functions In Idle mode press a...

Page 10: ...nd information you enter Softkey line Displays the current actions assigned to each softkey Select Back Icon Definition Signal strength GPRS network status Blue GPRS network connected Red Transferring data via GPRS network EDGE network status Blue EDGE network connected Red Transferring data via EDGE network Voice call in progress Call diverting active SOS message feature activated Alarm activated...

Page 11: ...set connected Synchronised with PC New text message SMS New multimedia message MMS New email message New voice mail message Music playback in progress Music playback stopped Music playback paused FM radio on Icon Definition Memory card inserted Normal profile activated Silent profile activated Battery power level Current time Icon Definition ...

Page 12: ... the SIM card and battery When you subscribe to a cellular service you will receive a Subscriber Identity Module or SIM card with subscription details such as your personal identification number PIN and optional services To install the SIM card and battery 1 Remove the battery cover If the phone is on press and hold to turn it off ...

Page 13: ...16 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 2 Insert the SIM card 3 Insert the battery 4 Replace the battery cover Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold coloured contacts facing down ...

Page 14: ...adapter from the power outlet 4 Unplug the travel adapter from the phone 5 Close the cover to the multifunction jack Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone Any damages by misuse are not covered by the warranty With the triangle facing up About the low battery indicator When your battery is low the phone will emit a warning tone and a low battery message The ...

Page 15: ...les you must insert a memory card Your phone accepts microSD memory cards up to 8 GB depending on memory card manufacturer and type 1 Remove the battery cover 2 Insert a memory card with the label side facing up 3 Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place 4 Replace the battery cover ...

Page 16: ... Press and hold 3 Enter your PIN and press OK if necessary 4 When the setup wizard opens customise your phone as desired by following the screen To turn your phone off repeat steps 1 and 2 above Switch to the offline profile By switching to the offline profile you can use your phone s non network services in areas where wireless devices are prohibited such as aeroplane and hospitals ...

Page 17: ... mode Customise your phone Get more from your phone by customising it to match your preferences Adjust the volume of the key tones In Idle mode press the Volume key up and down to adjust the key tone volume Switch to or from the Silent profile In Idle mode press and hold to silence or unsilence your phone Change your ringtone 1 In Menu mode select Settings Phone profiles 2 Scroll to the profile yo...

Page 18: ...as desired 5 When you have finished press Save Select a wallpaper Idle mode 1 In Menu mode select Settings Display and light Home screen 2 Scroll left or right to Images 3 Select Wallpaper an image category an image 4 Press Save Select a skin colour Menu mode 1 In Menu mode select Settings Display and light My theme 2 Select a colour pattern Set menu shortcuts 1 In Menu mode select Settings Phone ...

Page 19: ...Idle mode enter an area code and a phone number 2 Press to dial the number 3 To end the call press Answer a call 1 When a call comes in press 2 To end the call press Adjust the volume To adjust the volume during a call press the Volume key up or down Use the speakerphone feature 1 During a call press OK to activate the speaker 2 To switch back to the earpiece press OK again During a call your phon...

Page 20: ... messages Send a text or multimedia message 1 In Menu mode select Messages Create new message Message 2 Enter a destination number and scroll down 3 Enter your message text X Enter text For sending as a text message skip to step 7 For attaching multimedia continue with step 4 4 Press Options Add multimedia and add an item 5 Press Options Advanced Add subject 6 Enter a subject 7 Press Options Send ...

Page 21: ...tch to Symbol mode Enter text in one of the following modes Mode Function ABC Press the appropriate alphanumeric key until the character you want appears on the display T9 1 Press the appropriate alphanumeric keys to enter an entire word 2 When the word displays correctly press to insert a space If the correct word does not display select an alternate word from the list that appears Number Press t...

Page 22: ...ou selected a header press Options Retrieve to view the body of the email Add and find contacts Learn the basics of using the phonebook feature Add a new contact 1 In Idle mode enter a phone number and press Options 2 Select Save a memory location phone or SIM New 3 Select a number type if necessary 4 Enter contact information 5 Press OK or press Options Save to add the contact to memory Find a co...

Page 23: ...s saved automatically 5 Press or Camera to take another photo step 3 Capture polaroid photos 1 In Idle mode press and hold Camera or press the navigation key down to turn on the camera 2 Rotate the phone anti clockwise to landscape view 3 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments 4 Press OK or Camera to take a photo The photo is saved automatically 5 Press Edit Polaroid maker 6 Enter a ...

Page 24: ...n an image and detects their smiles When the subject smiles the phone automatically takes a photo 6 Press or Camera to take another photo step 4 View photos In Menu mode select My files Images My photos a photo file Capture videos 1 In Idle mode press and hold Camera or press the navigation key down to turn on the camera 2 Press 1 to switch to Recording mode 3 Rotate the phone anti clockwise to la...

Page 25: ...ilable stations automatically 5 Scroll up or down to a radio station 6 To turn off the FM radio press OK Listen to music files Start by transferring files to your phone or memory card Download from the wireless web X p 29 Download from a PC with the optional Samsung PC Studio X p 35 Receive via Bluetooth X p 39 Copy to your memory card X p 36 Synchronise with Windows Media Player 11 X p 35 After t...

Page 26: ... select Browser Bookmarks 2 Scroll to an empty location 3 Press Options Add bookmark 4 Enter a page title and a web address URL 5 Press OK Key Function OK Pause or resume playback Volume Adjust the volume Navigation Left Skip backward Scan backward in a file press and hold Right Skip forward Scan forward in a file press and hold Up Open the playlist Down Stop playback Key Function Navigation Scrol...

Page 27: ... s additional calling capabilities View and dial missed calls Your phone will display calls you have missed on the display To dial the number of a missed call 1 Press View 2 Scroll to the missed call you want to dial 3 Press to dial Call a recently dialled number 1 In Idle mode press to display a list of recent numbers 2 Scroll to the number you want and press to dial ...

Page 28: ...lls 4 To end the call on hold press Options End Held call 5 To end the current call press Answer a second call If your network supports this function you can answer a second incoming call 1 Press to answer the second call The first call is automatically placed on hold 2 Press Swap to switch between the calls Make a multiparty call conference call 1 Call the first party you want to add to the multi...

Page 29: ...ok You can call numbers directly from the phonebook using stored contacts X p 25 1 In Menu mode select Phonebook 2 Scroll to the number you want to dial and press to dial Use advanced phonebook functions Learn to create namecards set speed dial numbers and create groups of contacts Create a namecard 1 In Menu mode select Phonebook 2 Press Options My namecard 3 Enter your personal details and press...

Page 30: ...of contacts you can assign ringtones and caller ID photos to each group or send messages and emails to an entire group Start by creating a group 1 In Menu mode select Phonebook 2 Scroll left or right to Groups 3 Press Options Create group 4 Enter a group name and press Options Save 5 Select the new group 6 Press Options Group settings 7 To set the caller ID image press OK an image category an imag...

Page 31: ...ate window 3 Enter your text and press OK to save the template Create a multimedia template 1 In Menu mode select Messages Templates Multimedia message templates 2 Press Options Add new to open a new template window 3 Create a multimedia message with a subject and desired attachments to use as your template X p 23 4 Press Options Save to Templates to save the template Insert text templates in new ...

Page 32: ...udio 1 In Menu mode select Settings PC connections Samsung PC studio 2 Using an optional PC data cable connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC 3 Run Samsung PC Studio and copy files from the PC to the phone Refer to the Samsung PC Studio help for more information Synchronise your phone with Windows Media Player 1 Insert a memory card 2 In Menu mode select Settings PC connections Media...

Page 33: ...ings PC connections Mass storage 3 Using an optional PC data cable connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a PC When connected a pop up window will appear on the PC 4 Open a folder to view files 5 Copy files from the PC to the memory card Create a playlist 1 Insert a memory card 2 In Menu mode select Music Playlists 3 Press Options Create playlist 4 Enter a title for your new playlist and ...

Page 34: ... the FM radio 4 Press Options Record to start recording 5 When you are finished recording press OK or Stop The music file will be saved in FM radio clips in Menu mode select My files Music Store radio stations automatically 1 Plug the supplied headset into the phone s multifunction jack 2 In Menu mode select FM radio 3 Press OK to start the FM radio 4 Press Options Self tuning 5 Press Yes to confi...

Page 35: ...r exchanging data and using hands free features Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 In Menu mode select Applications Bluetooth 2 Press Options Settings 3 Scroll down to Activation 4 Scroll left or right to On 5 To allow other devices to locate your phone scroll down to My phone s visibility and scroll left or right to On If you select Custom scroll down and set duration that your phone is vis...

Page 36: ...a using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Select the file or item from one of your phone s applications that you want to send 2 Press Options Send namecard via or Send via Bluetooth when sending contact data specify which data to send Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Enter the PIN for the Bluetooth wireless feature and press OK if necessary 2 Press Yes to confirm that you are wil...

Page 37: ...ble or the Bluetooth wireless feature To print an image using an optional PC data cable 1 Connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a compatible printer 2 Open an image X p 27 3 Press Options Print via USB 4 Set print options and press Print To print an image using the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 Open an image X p 27 2 Press Options Print via Bluetooth 3 Select a Bluetooth enabled printer a...

Page 38: ...st 8 Press Options Save to save the recipients 9 Scroll down and set the number of times to repeat the SOS message 10 Press Save Yes To send an SOS message the phone must be closed and the keys locked Press the Volume key four times Activate the mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM card in your phone the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to two recipients t...

Page 39: ...ls when you want to get out of meetings or unwanted conversations You can also make it appear as if you are talking on the phone by playing back a recorded voice To activate the fake call feature 1 In Menu mode select Settings Phone settings Shortcuts and set a shortcut key for Fake call 2 Press Back twice 3 Select Application settings Fake call Fake call voice Fake call voice To record a voice 1 ...

Page 40: ...memos Learn to operate your phone s voice recorder Record a voice memo 1 In Menu mode select Applications Voice recorder 2 Press OK to start recording 3 Speak your memo into the microphone 4 When you are finished speaking press the navigation key down Play a voice memo 1 From the voice recorder screen press Options Go to My voice clips 2 Select a file 3 Control the playback using the following key...

Page 41: ... the level To apply a blur effect to a specific area of an image move or resize the rectangle and press Options Done 7 When you are finished with applying effects press Options Save as Yes 8 Enter a new file name for the image and press Options Save Adjust an image 1 In Menu mode select Applications Image editor 2 Press Options New image Open or Take photo 3 Select an image or take a new photo 4 P...

Page 42: ... flip the image as desired and press Done To resize the image select a size Yes and skip to step 8 7 When you are finished with transforming options press Options Save as Yes 8 Enter a new file name for the image and press Options Save Crop an image 1 In Menu mode select Applications Image editor 2 Press Options New image Open or Take photo 3 Select an image or take a new photo 4 Press Load or 5 P...

Page 43: ...age if necessary To resize or rotate the added image press Options Resize or Rotate 8 Press Done or Options Done 9 When you are finished with adding visual features press Options Save as Yes 10 Enter a new file name for the image and press Options Save Use Java powered games and applications Learn to use games and applications powered by award winning Java technology Play games 1 In Menu mode sele...

Page 44: ... 3 Scroll left or right to a time zone 4 Scroll down to the bottom clock 5 Scroll left or right to a time zone 6 Press OK to save your world clock Add a world clock to your display In Dual Clock Display mode you can view clocks with two different time zones on your display After you have saved world clocks 1 In Menu mode select Organiser World clock 2 Scroll to the world clock you want to add and ...

Page 45: ...s Save or press Options Save Stop an alarm When the alarm sounds Press OK or any key to stop an alarm without snooze Press OK to stop an alarm with snooze or press Snooze or any key to silence the alarm for the snooze period Deactivate an alarm 1 In Menu mode select Alarms 2 Scroll to the alarm you want to deactivate and press OK 3 Scroll down if necessary 4 Scroll left or right to Off 5 Press Sav...

Page 46: ...n type 2 Enter the currencies or measurements and units in the appropriate fields Set a countdown timer 1 In Menu mode select Applications Timer 2 Press Set 3 Enter the length of time to count down and press OK 4 Press OK to begin or pause the countdown 5 When the timer expires press OK to stop the alert Use the stopwatch 1 In Menu mode select Applications Stopwatch 2 Press OK to begin and record ...

Page 47: ...iser Memo 2 Press Create 3 Enter your memo text 4 Press Options Save Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events Change the calendar view 1 In Menu mode select Organiser Calendar 2 Press Options View by Day or Week Create an event 1 In Menu mode select Organiser Calendar 2 Press Options Create an event type 3 Enter the details of the event as required 4 Press Save or p...

Page 48: ... correctly Phone lock When the phone lock feature is enabled you must enter the password you set for the phone Enter PIN When using the phone for the first time or when the PIN requirement is enabled you must enter the PIN supplied with the SIM card You can disable this feature by using the PIN lock menu Enter PUK Your SIM card is blocked usually as a result of entering your PIN incorrectly severa...

Page 49: ...he right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number Another caller cannot reach you Ensure that your phone is turned on Ensure that you have accessed the right cellular network Ensure that you have not set call barring for the phone number Another caller cannot hear you speaking Ensure that you are not covering the built in microphone Ensure that the microphone...

Page 50: ... enter and save the number if necessary The battery does not charge properly or sometimes the phone turns itself off The battery terminals may be dirty Wipe both gold coloured contacts with a clean soft cloth and try charging the battery again If the battery will no longer charge completely dispose of the old battery properly and replace it with a new battery Your phone is hot to the touch When yo...

Page 51: ...ools calendar calls advanced functions 30 answering additional calls 31 answering 22 basic functions 22 dialling additional calls 31 dialling missed calls 30 from Phonebook 32 international numbers 32 making fake calls 42 making 22 multiparty 31 placing on hold 31 recently dialled 30 retrieving held calls 31 viewing missed 30 conference calls see calls multiparty contacts adding 25 creating groups...

Page 52: ...Java accessing applications 47 launching games 46 key tones 20 lock see phone lock memo see text or voice memos memory card 18 messages sending email 23 sending multimedia 23 sending text 23 viewing email 25 viewing multimedia 25 viewing text 25 mobile tracker 41 multimedia see messages music player creating playlists 36 customising 37 listening to music 28 synchronising 35 namecards 32 offline pr...

Page 53: ...reating memos 50 creating tasks 50 entering 24 messages 23 timer see tools countdown timer tools alarm 48 calculator 49 calendar 50 convertor 49 countdown timer 49 image editor 44 stopwatch 49 task 50 videos capturing 27 viewing 28 voice memos playing 43 recording 43 volume call volume 22 key tone volume 20 wallpaper 21 web browser adding bookmarks 29 launching homepage 29 Window Media Player 35 w...

Page 54: ...blish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population The guidelines are based on the safety standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and through evaluation of scientific studies The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons regardless of age and health The exposure standard for wireless phones ...

Page 55: ...equirement for safe exposure The tests are performed in positions and locations e g at the ear and worn on the body as required by the FCC for each model While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions they all meet the government requirement The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated a...

Page 56: ...IA http www wow com com U S Food and Drug Administration FDA http www fda gov cdrh consumer World Health Organization WHO http www who int peh emf en Precautions when using batteries Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way Use the battery only for its intended purpose If you use the phone near the network s base station it uses less power talk and standby time are greatly affec...

Page 57: ... coin clip or pen causes a direct connection between the and terminals of the battery metal strips on the battery for example when you carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag Short circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the object causing the short circuiting Dispose used batteries in accordance with local regulations Always recycle Do not dispose batteries in a fire Road safety Your ...

Page 58: ...y and assess the traffic if possible place calls when you are not moving or before pulling into traffic Try to plan calls when your car will be stationary If you need to make a call while moving dial only a few numbers check the road and your mirrors then continue Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may be distracting Make the people with whom you are talking aware that you ...

Page 59: ...ded that the equipment should only be used in the normal operating position held to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder Electronic devices Most 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 Pacemakers P...

Page 60: ...is information Switch off your phone 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 sensitive to external RF energy Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles Check with the manufacturer or its representative reg...

Page 61: ...ins 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 calls This phone like any wireless phone operates using radio signals wireless and landline networks as well as user programmed functions which cannot guarantee connection in all conditions Therefore you should never rely solely on any wire...

Page 62: ...re 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 in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If wireless equipment is improperly installed and ...

Page 63: ...phone s electronic circuit boards Do not drop knock or shake the phone Rough handling can break internal circuit boards Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the phone Wipe it with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap and water solution Do not paint the phone Paint can clog the device s moving parts and prevent proper operation Do not put the phone in ...

Page 64: ...will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the ...

Page 65: ...o transmitter and receiver It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency RF energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U S Government These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population The guidelines are based on safety standards that were developed by independe...

Page 66: ...ed to FCC are GSM850 Head Max 0 149 W Kg Body Max 0 296 W Kg GSM1900 Head Max 0 297 W Kg Body Max 0 311 W Kg Body worn operations are restricted to Samsung supplied approved or none Samsung designated accessories that have no metal and must provide at least 1 5cm separation between the device including its antenna whether extended or retracted and the user s body None compliance to the above restr...

Page 67: ...irst responsibility A wireless phone can be an invaluable tool but good judgment must be exercised at all times while driving a motor vehicle whether on the phone or not The basic lessons are ones we all learned as teenagers Driving requires alertness caution and courtesy It requires a heavy dose of basic common sense keep your head up keep your eyes on the road check your mirrors frequently and w...

Page 68: ...reless phone within easy reach Make sure you place your wireless phone within easy reach and where you can grab it without removing your eyes from the road If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time if possible let your voice mail answer it for you 4 Suspend conversations during hazardous driving conditions or situations Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving if necessa...

Page 69: ... you can own to protect yourself and your family in dangerous situations with your phone at your side help is only three numbers away Dial 9 1 1 or other local emergency number in the case of fire traffic accident road hazard or medical emergency Remember it is a free call on your wireless phone 9 Use your wireless phone to help others in emergencies Your wireless phone provides you a perfect oppo...

Page 70: ...m com consumer issues driving articles cfm ID 85 Appendix C Consumer Update on Wireless Phones U S Food and Drug Administration 1 What kinds of phones are the subject of this update The term wireless phone refers here to hand held wireless phones with built in antennas often called cell mobile or PCS phones These types of wireless phones can expose the user to measurable radio frequency energy RF ...

Page 71: ...dditional research In some cases other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies or in determining the reasons for inconsistent results 3 What is FDA s role concerning the safety of wireless phones Under the law FDA does not review the safety of radiation emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold as it does with new drugs or medical devices Howev...

Page 72: ...nsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications Commission FCC All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RF exposure FCC relies on FDA and other health agencies for safety questions about wireless phones FCC also regulates the base stations that the wireless phone networks rely upon While these base stations operate at higher po...

Page 73: ...sment of additional research needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world 5 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 potential risks you can take a few simple ste...

Page 74: ...ses 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 7 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 han...

Page 75: ...a reasonable basis to substantiate their claim 9 What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment Radio frequency 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 no...

Page 76: ...ausing chemicals so as to be pre disposed to develop cancer in the absence of RF exposure Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hours per day These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which people use wireless phones so we don t know with certainty what the results of such studies mean for human health Three large epidemiology studies have been published since Decembe...

Page 77: ...easurement such as the angle at which the phone is held or which model of phone is used 12 Which other federal agencies have responsibilities related to potential RF health effects Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from various sources can be obtained from the following organizations FCC RF Safety Program http www fcc gov oet rfsafety Environmental Protection Agency EPA http www...

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