Alcatel A50 User Manual page 8

US Information Concerning the Federal Communications Commission
("FCC") Requirements for Hearing Aid Compatibility with Wireless
Devices
When wireless devices are used near hearing devices (such as hearing aids and
cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some
hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference, and wireless
devices also vary in the amount of interference that they generate.
The wireless phone industry has developed ratings to assist hearing device users
in finding wireless devices that may be compatible with their hearing devices.
Not all wireless devices have been rated. Wireless devices that are rated will have
the rating displayed on the box together with other relevant approval markings.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user's hearing
device and hearing loss. If your hearing device is vulnerable to interference, you
may not be able to use a rated wireless device successfully. Consulting with your
hearing health professional and testing the wireless device with your hearing
device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
This smartphone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some
of the wireless technologies that the smartphone uses. However, other wireless
technologies may be used in this smartphone that have not been tested for use
with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of your smartphone
thoroughly and in different locations to determine if you hear any interfering
noise when using this smartphone with your hearing aid or cochlear implant.
Consult your wireless service provider about its return and exchange policies,
and for information about hearing aid compatibility.
Hearing aid compatibility rating for this smartphone: M4/T3
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How the ratings work
M-Ratings: Wireless devices rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are
likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than wireless devices that
are not labeled. M4 is the better or higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Wireless devices rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are
likely to be more usable with a hearing device's telecoil ("T Switch" or "Telephone
Switch") than unrated wireless devices. T4 is the better or higher of the two
ratings. (Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.)
Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to this type of interference.
Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you
find results for your hearing device. The more immune your hearing aid is, the
less likely you are to experience interference noise from wireless devices.
For more information about the actions that the FCC has taken with regard
to hearing aid compatibility with wireless devices and other steps that the
FCC has taken to ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to
telecommunications services, visit www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro.
FCC ID: 2ACCJH077
IC ID: 9238A-0078
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