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when the phone is in use. Contact
with the antenna affects call quality
and may cause the phone to operate
at a higher power level than otherwise
needed.
Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is
shielded from RF signals. However,
certain electronic equipment may not
be shielded against the RF signals
from your wireless phone.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers
Association recommends that a
minimum separation of six (6) inches
be maintained between a handheld
wireless phone and a pacemaker to
avoid potential interference with the
pacemaker. These recommendations
are consistent with the independent
research by and recommendations of
Wireless Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
• Should ALWAYS keep the phone
more than six (6) inches from their
pacemaker when the phone is
turned ON;
• Should not carry the phone in a
breast pocket;
• Should use the ear opposite
the pacemaker to minimize the
potential for interference;
• Should turn the phone OFF
immediately if there is any reason to
suspect that interference is taking
place.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may
interfere with some hearing aids. In
the event of such interference, you
may want to consult your service
provider (or call the customer service
line to discuss alternatives).
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical
device, consult the manufacturer
of your device to determine if it is
adequately shielded from external
RF energy. Your physician may be
able to assist you in obtaining this
information.
Health Care Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in health care
facilities when any regulations posted
in these areas instruct you to do so.
