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Use the stopwatch

1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> 

→

 Applications 

→

 

Stopwatch.

2. Press [ ] or [ ] to begin and record lap times.

3. When you are finished, press <Stop>.

4. Press <Reset> to clear recorded times.

Create a text memo

1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> 

→

 Applications 

→

 

Memo.

2. Press <Options> 

→

 Create.

3. Enter your memo text and press [OK].

Manage your calendar

Learn to change the calendar view and create events.

Change the calendar view

1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> 

→

 Applications 

→

 

Calendar.

2. Press <Options> 

→

 View by 

→

 Day or Week.

Create an event

1. In Idle mode, press <Menu> 

→

 Applications 

→

 

Calendar.

2. Press <Options> 

→

 Create 

→

 an event type.

3. Enter the details of the event as required.

4. Press <Options> 

→

 Save or press <Save>.

Summary of Contents for SGH-U900L

Page 1: ...ents 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 LTN 03 2008 Rev 1 0 ...

Page 2: ...SGH U900L user manual Draft 01 2008 03 19 SW Version U900LUMHB1 ...

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: ...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 Press Menu Messages Create new message represents Menu followed by Messages followed by Create new message Square brackets phone keys for example represents the Power Menu exit key Angled brackets softkeys that control di...

Page 5: ...rmation 7 introducing your mobile phone 10 Unpack 10 Phone layout 11 Keys 12 Display 13 Icons 14 assembling and preparing your mobile phone 16 Install the SIM card and battery 16 Charge the battery 18 Insert a memory card optional 19 using basic functions 20 Turn your phone on and off 20 Access menus 21 ...

Page 6: ...ng functions 34 Use advanced music functions 36 using tools and applications 39 Use the Bluetooth wireless feature 39 Activate and send an SOS message 40 Activate the mobile tracker 41 Record and play voice memos 42 Edit images 43 Print images 46 Use Java powered games and applications 46 View world clock 47 Set and use alarms 48 Use the calculator 49 Convert or measurements 49 Set a countdown tim...

Page 7: ...our phone away from small children and pets Keep your phone and all accessories out of the reach of small children or animals Small parts may cause choking or serious injury if swallowed Protect your hearing Safety warnings Listening to a headset at high volumes can damage your hearing Use only the minimum volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or music ...

Page 8: ... in a fire Follow all local regulations when disposing used batteries or phones Never place batteries or phones on or in heating devices such as microwave ovens stoves or radiators Batteries may explode when overheated Never crush or puncture the battery Avoid exposing the battery to high external pressure which can lead to an internal short circuit and overheating Avoid interference with pacemake...

Page 9: ...sending text messages or playing games on your phone hold the phone with a relaxed grip press the keys lightly use special features that reduce the number of keys you have to press such as templates and predictive text and take frequent breaks Drive safely at all times Avoid using your phone while driving and obey all regulations that restrict the use of mobile phones while driving Use hands free ...

Page 10: ...from damage Avoid exposing batteries to very cold or very hot temperatures below 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F Extreme temperatures can reduce the charging capacity and life of your batteries Prevent batteries from contacting metal objects as this can create a connection between the and terminals of your batteries and lead to temporary or permanent battery damage Never use a damaged charger or batt...

Page 11: ...by exposure to magnetic fields Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow your phone to come in contact with magnetic fields for extended periods of time Avoid interference with other electronic devices Your phone emits radio frequency RF signals that may interfere with unshielded or improperly shielded electronic equipment such as pacemakers hearing aids medical devi...

Page 12: ...charge and must be recharged before use Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use Use batteries only for their intended purpose Handle SIM cards and memory cards with care Do not remove a card while the phone is transferring or accessing information as this could result in loss of data and or damage to the card or phone Protect cards from strong shocks static electricity and electrica...

Page 13: ...uency RF energy emitted by radio and telecommunications equipment These standards prevent the sale of mobile devices that exceed a maximum exposure level known as the Specific Absorption Rate or SAR of 1 6 watts per kilogram of body tissue During testing the maximum SAR values recorded for this model were Network Frequency Specific Absorption Rate W kg Held to ear Worn on body When used with acces...

Page 14: ...cally emitting lower levels when possible your device reduces your overall exposure to RF energy The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone based on the compliance of all reported SAR levels with the FCC RF exposure guidelines The authorization can be found on the FCC Office of Engineering and Technology website at http www fc gov oet ea search for grantee code A3L and pro...

Page 15: ... 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 16: ...Menu exit key Alphanumeric keys Mouthpiece Left softkey Dial Volume key Multifunction Special function keys Touch panel Display Right softkey Delete key Music player key FM radio key Closing the phone automatically locks the exposed keys to prevent you from accidentally pressing them To unlock these keys press Unlock OK Camera lens Memory card slot Battery cover Camera key Mirror Flashbulb ...

Page 17: ...n Dial Make or answer a call In Idle mode retrieve recently dialed missed or received numbers Power Menu exit Turn the phone on and off press and hold End a call In Menu mode cancel input and return to Idle mode Music player In Idle mode launch the music player Delete Delete characters or items in an application FM radio In Idle mode launch the FM radio Alpha numeric Enter numbers letters and spec...

Page 18: ...or Silent profile Press and hold to enter a pause between numbers Volume Adjust the phone s volume Camera In Idle mode turn on the camera In Camera mode take a photo or record a video Key Function Icon line Displays various icons Text and graphic area Displays messages instructions and information you enter Softkey line Displays the current actions assigned to each softkey Select Back ...

Page 19: ...ferring data via EDGE network Voice call in progress No service available Bluetooth hands free car kit or headset connected Bluetooth activated Music playback in progress Music playback paused FM radio on Connected with PC Alarm activated Memory card inserted Browsing the web Connecting to secured web page Call diverting activated Roaming outside of normal service area Normal profile activated Sil...

Page 20: ...ne profile activated User created profile activated New text message SMS New multimedia message MMS New email message New push message New configuration message Text message full Icon Definition Multimedia message full Email message full Push message full Configuration message full Battery power level Icon Definition ...

Page 21: ... 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 22: ...assembling and preparing your mobile phone 17 2 Insert the SIM card 3 Insert the battery 4 Replace the battery cover Place the SIM card in the phone with the gold colored contacts facing down ...

Page 23: ...to the multifunction jack 3 Plug the large end of the travel adapter into a power outlet 4 When the battery is fully charged the icon is no longer moving unplug the travel adapter from the power outlet 5 Unplug the travel adapter from the phone 6 Close the cover to the multifunction jack With the triangle facing up Improperly connecting the travel adapter can cause serious damage to the phone Any ...

Page 24: ...d with the label side facing up 3 Push the memory card in the memory card slot until it locks in place To remove the memory card push it gently until it disengages from the phone and then pull the memory card out of the memory card slot About the low battery indicator When your battery is low the phone will emit a warning tone and a low battery message The battery icon will also be empty and blink...

Page 25: ... Press and hold 3 Enter your PIN and press OK if necessary 4 When the setup wizard opens customize 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 airplanes and hospitals ...

Page 26: ...mize your phone Get more from your phone by customizing it to match your preferences Adjust the volume of the key tones In Idle mode press the Volume key up or 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 Idle mode press Menu Settings Phone settings Phone profiles 2 Scroll to the pro...

Page 27: ...ize the sound settings as desired 5 When you have finished press Options Save profile Select a wallpaper Idle mode 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Display settings Home screen Wallpaper 2 Select an image category an image 3 Press Save Select a theme for the display To create a theme 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Display settings My theme Main LCD Create theme 2 Press Next and customize the...

Page 28: ...ht to set the color of the icons and press Next 3 Scroll left or right to set the color of the effects and press Next Set menu shortcuts 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Phone settings Shortcuts 2 Select a key to use as a shortcut is fixed as a shortcut to My menu mode 3 Select a menu to assign to the shortcut key Lock your phone 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Security settings Phone lock 2 ...

Page 29: ...djust the volume during a call press the Volume key up or down Use the speakerphone feature 1 During a call press Options Turn speaker on to activate the speaker 2 To switch back to the earpiece press Options Turn speaker off again Use the headset By connecting the supplied headset to the multifunction jack you can make and answer calls To redial the last call press the headset button and then pre...

Page 30: ...n item type 5 Select the item you want to add and press Add 6 Press Options Advanced Add subject 7 Enter a subject 8 Press Options Send to send the message Send an email 1 In Idle mode press Menu Messages Create new message Email 2 Enter an email address and scroll down 3 Enter a subject and scroll down 4 Enter your email text 5 Press Options Attach multimedia or Attach organiser and attach a file...

Page 31: ...or a header 4 If you selected a header press Options Retrieve to view the body of the email 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 ...

Page 32: ...d a contact 1 In Idle mode press Menu Phonebook Contact list You can also press Contacts in Idle mode 2 Enter the first few letters of the name you want to find 3 Select the contact s name from the search list Use basic camera functions Learn the basics to capture and view photos and videos Capture photos 1 In Idle mode press and hold the Camera key to turn on the camera 2 Rotate the phone counter...

Page 33: ...to switch to Recording mode 3 Rotate the phone counter clockwise to landscape view 4 Aim the lens at the subject and make any adjustments 5 Press the Camera key or to start recording 6 Press to stop recording The video is saved automatically 7 Press to record another video step 4 View videos In Idle mode press Menu My Files Videos My video clips a video file Listen to music Learn how to listen to ...

Page 34: ...h X p 40 Copy to your memory card X p 36 Synchronize with Windows Media Player 11 X p 36 After transferring music files to your phone or memory card 1 In Idle mode press Menu Music 2 Select a music category a music file 3 Control playback using the following keys The first time you turn on the FM radio you will be prompted to start automatic tuning Key Function Pause or resume playback Volume Adju...

Page 35: ...s homepage 2 Navigate web pages using the following keys Bookmark your favorite web pages 1 In Idle mode press Menu Browser Bookmarks 2 Select an empty location Add bookmark 3 Enter a page title and a web address URL 4 Press OK Key Function Scroll up or down on a web page OK Select an item Back Return to the previous page Options Access a list of browser options ...

Page 36: ...ut your phone 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 dialed 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 37: ...d 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 multiparty call 2 While connected to the first party cal...

Page 38: ...You can also press Contacts in Idle mode 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 Idle mode press Menu Phonebook My namecard 2 Enter your personal details and press OK Set speed dial numbers 1 In Idle mode press Menu Phonebook Speed dial 2 Scroll t...

Page 39: ...2 Scroll left or right to Group 3 Press Options Add 4 Enter a group name and scroll down 5 To set the caller ID image press an image category an image Select 6 To set a group ringtone scroll down and press a ringtone category a ringtone 7 Press Save Use advanced messaging functions Learn to create templates and use templates to create new messages Create a text template 1 In Idle mode press Menu M...

Page 40: ...ay Insert text templates in new messages 1 To start a new message press Menu Messages Create new message Message 2 Scroll down to the text field and press Options Advanced Insert Template a template Create a message from a multimedia template 1 In Idle mode press Menu Messages Templates Multimedia message templates 2 Scroll to the template you want and press Options Edit Your template opens as a n...

Page 41: ...card 1 Insert a memory card 2 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Phone settings USB settings Mass storage Save 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 Select Open folder to view files in the pop up window on the PC 5 Copy files from the PC to the memory card Synchronize your phone with Windows Media...

Page 42: ...a memory card 2 In Idle mode press Menu Music Playlists 3 Press Options Create playlist 4 Enter a title for your new playlist and press Save 5 Select the new playlist 6 Press Options Add Tracks 7 Select the files you want to include and press OK Customize your music player settings Learn to adjust the playback and sound settings for your music player 1 In Idle mode press Menu Music 2 Press Options...

Page 43: ...tically 1 Plug the supplied headset into the phone s multifunction jack 2 In Idle mode press Menu FM radio 3 Press to start the radio 4 Press Options Self tuning 5 Press Yes to confirm if necessary The radio scans and saves available stations automatically ...

Page 44: ...to other wireless devices for exchanging data and using hands free features Turn on the Bluetooth wireless feature 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Bluetooth Activation On 2 To allow other devices to locate your phone select My phone s visibility On Find and pair with other Bluetooth enabled devices 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Bluetooth My devices Search new device 2 Scroll to a d...

Page 45: ...ant to send 2 Press Options 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 willing to receive data from the device if necessary Activate and send an SOS message When you have an emergency you can send an SOS mess...

Page 46: ...e mobile tracker When someone inserts a new SIM or USIM card in your phone the mobile tracker feature will automatically send the contact number to two recipients to help you locate and recover your phone To activate the mobile tracker 1 In Idle mode press Menu Settings Security settings Mobile tracker 2 Enter your password and press OK 3 Scroll left or right to On 4 Scroll down and press to open ...

Page 47: ...rd and play voice memos Learn to operate your phone s voice recorder Record a voice memo 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Voice recorder 2 Press to start recording 3 Speak your memo into the microphone 4 When you are finished speaking press 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 keys Key...

Page 48: ...re finished applying effects press Options Save as 7 Press Yes to confirm 8 Enter a new file name for the image and press OK Adjust an image 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Image editor 2 Press Options New image Open or Take photo 3 Select an image or capture a new photo 4 Press Options Adjust an adjustment option auto level brightness contrast or color 5 Using the touch panel adjust the im...

Page 49: ...nsforming options press Options Save as 7 Press Yes to confirm 8 Enter a new file name for the image and press OK Crop an image 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Image editor 2 Press Options New image or Take photo 3 Select an image or capture a new photo 4 Press Options Crop 5 Using the touch panel move the rectangle over the area you want to crop and press OK To resize the rectangle press O...

Page 50: ...Done or OK 7 When you are finished adding visual features press Options Save as 8 Press Yes to confirm 9 Enter a new file name for the image and press OK Merge images 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Image stamp 2 Press Options Add image Open or Take photo 3 Select an image or capture a new photo The photo appears in the foreground image box 4 Scroll down and press Options Add image Open or ...

Page 51: ...1 Using an optional PC data cable connect the multifunction jack on your phone to a compatible printer 2 Open an image or capture a new photo X p 27 3 Press Options Print via 4 Set print options and press Print Use Java powered games and applications Learn to use games and applications powered by award winning Java technology Play games 1 In Idle mode press Menu My files Games more 2 Select a game...

Page 52: ...or right to select a time zone 4 Scroll down to the bottom clock 5 Scroll left or right to select 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 created a world clock 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications World clock 2 Scroll to either the middle or bottom...

Page 53: ...Press any key to stop an alarm without snooze Press OK or 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 Idle mode press Menu 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 Save The auto power up feature sets the phone to automatically turn...

Page 54: ...cal operations Convert or measurements 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Converter a conversion type 2 Enter the measurements and units in the appropriate fields Set a countdown timer 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Timer 2 Press Set 3 Enter hours or minutes to count down and press OK 4 Press or to begin or pause the countdown 5 When the timer expires press OK to stop the alert ...

Page 55: ...ress Menu Applications Memo 2 Press Options Create 3 Enter your memo text and press OK Manage your calendar Learn to change the calendar view and create events Change the calendar view 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Calendar 2 Press Options View by Day or Week Create an event 1 In Idle mode press Menu Applications Calendar 2 Press Options Create an event type 3 Enter the details of the eve...

Page 56: ...nstalled 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 incorrectl...

Page 57: ...Ensure that you have pressed the Dial key Ensure that you have accessed the 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 tha...

Page 58: ...Ensure that the correct number is stored in the contact list Re 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 colored 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 replac...

Page 59: ...ools calendar calls advanced functions 31 answering additional calls 32 answering 24 basic functions 24 dialling additional calls 32 dialling missed calls 31 from Contacts 33 international numbers 33 making 24 multiparty 32 placing on hold 32 recently dialled 31 retrieving held calls 32 viewing missed 31 clock see world clock conference calls see calls multiparty contacts adding 27 creating groups...

Page 60: ...tions 47 launching games 46 key tones 21 lock see phone lock memo see text or voice memos memory card copying files 36 inserting 19 messages sending email 25 sending multimedia 25 sending text 25 viewing email 26 viewing multimedia 26 viewing text 26 mobile tracker 41 multimedia see messages music player creating playlists 37 customising 37 listening to music 29 synchronising 36 namecards 33 offli...

Page 61: ...ering 25 messages 25 theme 22 timer see tools countdown timer tools alarm 48 calculator 49 calendar 50 converter 49 countdown timer 49 image editor 43 stopwatch 50 videos capturing 28 viewing 28 voice memos playing 42 recording 42 volume call volume 24 key tone volume 21 wallpaper 22 web browser adding bookmarks 30 launching homepage 30 Windows Media Player 36 world clock setting dual display 47 v...

Page 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ...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 65: ... 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 66: ...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 67: ...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 68: ...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 69: ...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 70: ...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 71: ...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 72: ...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 73: ...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 74: ...ted to FCC are GSM850 Head Max 0 635W Kg Body Max 0 711W Kg GSM1900 Head Max 0 593W Kg Body Max 0 923 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 restric...

Page 75: ...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 76: ...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 77: ... 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 78: ...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 79: ...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 80: ...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 81: ...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 82: ...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 83: ...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 84: ...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 85: ...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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