Performance and Safety
Important Information About Your Phone and Service
Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength
The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength
in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength by
displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon. The more bars
displayed, the stronger the signal. If you’re inside a building, being near a
window may give you better reception.
Understanding the Power Save Feature
If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a
Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it
periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it yourself by
pressing any key. Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a message
displays on the screen. When a signal is found, your phone returns to
Standby mode.
Understanding How Your Phone Operates
Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it's turned on,
it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your
phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This power
can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Knowing Radio Frequency Safety
The design of your phone complies with updated NCRP standards described
below. To further limit RF exposure, you can limit the duration of your calls
and operate your phone in the most power-efficient manner. In 1991-92, the
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI) joined in updating ANSI's 1982
standard for safety levels with respect to human exposure to RF signals. More
than 120 scientists, engineers and physicians from universities, government
health agencies and industries developed this updated standard after
reviewing the available body of research. In 1993, the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) adopted this updated standard in a
regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted hybrid standard consisting of
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Accessories for Your Phone
Standard Battery
Provides up to 2.5 hours continuous talk time or up to six days
continuous standby time.
Vehicle Power Adapter
Charges your phone in your vehicle using the cigarette
lighter adapter.
Desktop Charger
Charges your phone’s battery when the phone (with battery
installed) is inserted in the charger’s phone slot.
Travel Charger
Compact and lightweight, it’s a convenient way to charge your
phone while traveling.
Belt Clip
Attaches to the back of your phone and provides a safe and
convenient way to carry your phone.
How to Order
Purchase at your local Sprint Store. Or call the Sprint PCS Accessory
Hotline
SM
(1-800-974-2221) or visit
www.sprintpcs.com
.
Next day delivery is offered in select areas.
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