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aring device is relatively immune to interference noise. The hearing aid and
wireless phone rating values are then added together. A
sum of 5 is considered acceptable for normal use. A sum
of 6 is considered for best use. In the above example, if
a hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless
phone meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two
values equal M5. This should provide the hearing aid user
with "normal usage" while using their hearing aid with the particular wireless
phone. "Normal usage" in this context is defined as a signal quality that is
acceptable for normal operation. The M mark is intended to be synonymous with
the U mark. The T mark is intended to be synonymous with the UT mark. The M
and T marks are recommended by the Alliance for Telecommunications Industries
Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT marks are referenced in Section 20.19 of the FCC
Rules. The HAC rating and measurement procedure are described in the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard.
For information about hearing aids and digital wireless
phone:
• FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume Control
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.html
• GallaudetUniversity,RERC
http://tap.gallaudet.edu/DigWireless.KS/DigWireless.htm
• Self Help for Hard of Hearing People Inc. [SHHH]
www.hearingloss.org/hat/TipsWirelessPhones.htm
• The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC Order
http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/ FCC-03-168A1.pdf
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GAMES
SEIZURES/BLACKOUTS
Warning
A very small percentage of individuals may experience epileptic seizures when
exposed to certain light patterns or flashing lights. Exposure to certain patterns
or backgrounds on a computer screen, or while playing video games, may induce
an epileptic seizure in these individuals. Certain conditions may induce previously
undetected epileptic symptoms even in persons who have no history of prior
seizures or epilepsy.
If you, or anyone in your family, have an epileptic condition, consult your physician
prior to playing. If you experience any of the following symptoms while playing
a video or computer game -- dizziness, altered vision, eye or muscle twitches,
loss of awareness, disorientation, any involuntary movement, or convulsions --
IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your physician before resuming play.
Repetitive Motion Injuries
When you play games on your phone, you may experience occasional discomfort
in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of your body. Follow these
instructions to avoid problems such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or
other musculoskeletal disorders:
• Take a minimum 15-minute break every hour of game playing.
• If your hands, wrists, or arms become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest
for several hours before playing again.
• If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, or arms during or after play, stop
playing and see a doctor.
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