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Radio frequency (RF) exposure and SAR
Your mobile phone is a low-power radio transmitter and
receiver. When it is turned on, it emits low levels of radio
frequency energy (also known as radio waves or radio frequency
fields). Governments around the world have adopted
comprehensive international safety guidelines, developed by
scientific organizations, e.g. ICNIRP (International Commission
on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection) and IEEE (The Institute
of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.), through periodic
and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. These guidelines
establish permitted levels of radio wave exposure for the general
population. The levels include a safety margin designed to assure
the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health, and to
account for any variations in measurements.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) is the unit of measurement for
the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body
when using a mobile phone. The SAR value is determined at the
highest certified power level in laboratory conditions, but the
actual SAR level of the mobile phone while operating can be
well below this value. This is because the mobile phone is
designed to use the minimum power required to reach the
network.
Variations in SAR below the radio frequency exposure
guidelines do not mean that there are variations in safety. While
there may be differences in SAR levels among mobile phones,
all Sony Ericsson mobile phone models are designed to meet
radio frequency exposure guidelines.
For phones sold in the U.S., before a phone model is available
for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC
that it does not exceed the limit established by the government-
adopted requirement for safe exposure. The tests are performed
P990i
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in positions and locations (that is, at the ear and worn on the
body) as required by the FCC for each model. For body worn
operation, this phone has been tested and meets FCC RF
exposure guidelines when the handset is positioned a minimum
of 15 mm from the body without any metal parts in the vicinity
of the phone or when used with the original Sony Ericsson body
worn accessory intended for this phone. Use of other accessories
may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
A separate leaflet with SAR information for this mobile phone
model is included with the material that comes with this mobile
phone. This information can also be found, together with more
information on radio frequency exposure and SAR, on:
www.sonyericsson.com.
Accessible Solutions/Special Needs
For phones sold in the U.S., you can use your TTY terminal with
your Sony Ericsson mobile phone (with the necessary
accessory). For information on Accessible Solutions for
individuals with special needs call the Sony Ericsson Special
Needs Center at 877 878 1996 (TTY) or 877 207 2056 (voice),
or visit the Sony Ericsson Special Needs Center at
www.sonyericsson-snc.com.
Disposal of old electrical &
electronic equipment
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to
the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of
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