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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:
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Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from their pacemaker
when the phone is turned ON
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Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket
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Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for
interference
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If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn your
phone OFF immediately.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phone 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