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  • Page 1 User Manual Avvio L500...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Avvio L500 Page | 2 Table of Contents A MESSAGE FROM AVVIO ................. 9 TRADEMARKS AND COPYRIGHTS [NEED AVVIO LEGAL RIGHTS VERBAGE] ..........................10 YOUR PHONE ......................11 FUNCTIONS OF KEYS ....................12 CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS GUIDE ............... 13 1.
  • Page 3 Avvio L500 Page | 3 2. MORE BASICS ..................... 16 How your phone looks ....................16 Screen-lock security options ..................18 Changing sound settings ................... 19 Changing other settings .................... 19 Taking screenshots ....................19 3. PHONE APPS MADE SIMPLE ................20 Making a call ......................
  • Page 4 Avvio L500 Page | 4 5. CUSTOMIZING & USING YOUR AVVIO L500 PHONE APPS ........24 Customizing your Home screen ................. 24 People ........................25 Setting up & using Gmail ................... 26 Getting familiar with your Email app ................ 26 Controlling your calendar ..................
  • Page 5 Avvio L500 Page | 5 Managing sleep settings ................... 33 Notifications ....................... 33 Airplane mode ......................34 7. WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS ................35 Turning on Wi-Fi ......................35 Changing network settings ..................36 Adding a Wi-Fi network ..................... 36 Setting advanced Wi-Fi options ................. 37 8.
  • Page 6 Avvio L500 Page | 6 Unpairing or aligning a Bluetooth device ..............40 Monitoring your phone’s data usage ................ 41 9. CREATING & SHARING VIDEOS AND PICTURES ........... 43 Creating a video ......................43 Taking a photo ......................43 Sharing a video or photo ................... 44 10.
  • Page 7 Mac OS transfer ......................50 13. OPTIMIZING YOUR PHONE’S BATTERY LIFE ............51 Battery settings......................51 14. AVVIO L500 SPECS & HARDWARE ..............53 List of In-Box Contents ..................55 Declaration of Hazardous Substances ............. 56 IMPORTANT HEALTH INFORMATION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......58 PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS ...................

  • Page 8: Avvio L500 Page

    Avvio L500 Page | 8 ) ........ 90 CONSUMER INFORMATION ON SAR (S PECIFIC BSORPTION...

  • Page 9: A Message From Avvio

    Exercise caution when editing User Registration Settings as this may cause functional or compatability problems for which Avvio will not be responsible. Most of all, we want you to thoroughly enjoy your new Avvio L500 phone and get the most out of all of its remarkable features!

  • Page 10: Trademarks And Copyrights [Need Avvio Legal Rights Verbage]

    All materials in this document including, without limitation, the design, the text, and any and all marks (unless otherwise indicated) are the property of Avvio.. Google, Android, Gmail, Hangouts, Google Play, YouTube. Additional related marks are trademarks of Google Inc. Swype is trademarks or registered trademarks of Nuance Communications, Inc.

  • Page 11: Your Phone

    Avvio L500 Page | 11 Your Phone...

  • Page 12: Functions Of Keys

    Avvio L500 Page | 12 Functions of Keys Keys Functions Menu key Enable the menu pop-up. Home key Return to the Home screen from an app screen. Back key Return to the previous screen. Volume keys Adjust the volume of calls, ringtone, music and videos.

  • Page 13: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Avvio L500 Page | 13 Conventions used in this guide This indicates some important tips of using the phones, such as what to do and what to avoid to keep good condition of the phone.  This explores different functionalities of an app or a setting.

  • Page 14: Getting You Started

    Avvio L500 Page | 14 1. Getting you started Get off to a running start with your new Avvio L500 Charging the battery Connect one end of the data cable to the USB/Power Port. This is located at the bottom of your phone.

  • Page 15: Power Phone On & Off

    Avvio L500 Page | 15 Power phone on & off The Power key is located on the upper, right-hand side of your phone. Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on your phone. To turn off your phone, press and hold the Power key for the menu to pops up, and then select Power Off.

  • Page 16: Other Touch Tips

    Avvio L500 Page | 16 Other touch tips  Touch and hold an object on your phone screen without lifting your finger, you can then reorganize your apps layout or drag apps to the Home screen.  To drag something, touch and hold an object without lifting your finger, then move your finger on the screen until you reach the desired spot.
  • Page 17 Avvio L500 Page | 17 Back key: Return to the previous screen. Home key: Return to the Home screen. Menu key: Show setting menus. Close or open recent apps: Holding the Menu key opens a list of your recent apps. Tap an app to open it or remove an app from the list by swiping left or right.

  • Page 18: Screen-Lock Security Options

    Avvio L500 Page | 18 Screen-lock security options 1. To lock your phone, press the Power key (on the phone’s right side) briefly, and let go. 2. To unlock, press Power key to turn on the screen, let go and slide the Padlock icon to the...

  • Page 19: Changing Sound Settings

    Avvio L500 Page | 19 Changing sound settings On the Home screen, tap > > DEVICE > Sound to change sound settings on your phone. You can adjust the volume by pressing volume keys on the left side of your phone.

  • Page 20: Phone Apps Made Simple

    Avvio L500 Page | 20 3. Phone apps made simple Making a call On the Home screen, tap > to enter Phone screen. Touch to enter the keypad, and dial a number to call it. to display your recent calls and tap to return the call.

  • Page 21: Answering & Redirecting Calls

    Avvio L500 Page | 21 Answering & redirecting calls The Incoming Call screen pops up when a call comes in, along with the caller ID and other information you’ve entered in your Contact Book. Any missed calls are logged in the Call log, along with a notification.

  • Page 22: Exploring The Call Log

    Avvio L500 Page | 22 Exploring the call log The Call log contains your history of calls received, missed or made. Tapping the number will reveal more information about the call. Tapping beside the number returns the call. In the call details screen, tap to send a text message.

  • Page 23: Texting & Keyboard Use

    Avvio L500 Page | 23 4. Texting & keyboard use Entering & editing text Enter text by using the screen’s keyboard. To open your phone’s keyboard, simply tap where you want to type. Otherwise, some apps will open the keyboard for you.

  • Page 24: Customizing & Using Your Avvio L500 Phone Apps

    Avvio L500 Page | 24 5. Customizing & using your Avvio L500 phone apps Customizing your Home screen 1. Go to the Home screen where you want to position an app. 2. Tap 3. Swipe right to locate an app or widget icon, and hold it until the Home screen comes up.

  • Page 25: People

    Avvio L500 Page | 25 People The People app easily saves all of your important contact information including contact names, numbers and email addresses. It also supports lots of other communication operations. To search for your contacts, tap at the lower left corner of the People screen, enter keywords in the search box.

  • Page 26: Setting Up & Using Gmail

    Avvio L500 Page | 26 Setting up & using Gmail 1. The Gmail app allows you to read and compose emails. 2. On the Home screen, tap > to enter the Gmail screen. Here Gmail has various uses. For instance, utilize your Gmail account for signing in to all Google apps & services that include but are not limited to: ...

  • Page 27: Avvio L500 Page

    Avvio L500 Page | 27 3. Tap the icon on the left of a mail thread to select it. 4. After opening a mail, swipe left or right to read earlier or later mail conversations. 5. Tap at the top of your phone screen to manage your mails.

  • Page 28: Controlling Your Calendar

    Avvio L500 Page | 28 Controlling your calendar On the Home screen, tap > to enter Calendar screen. If you have synced your Gmail account, the first time you open the Calendar app on your phone, it will show your current calendar events.

  • Page 29: Operating The Alarm

    Avvio L500 Page | 29 Operating the alarm On the Home screen, tap > to enter Clock screen. Then, tap to switch to the Alarm tab. and the time displayed to set your alarm. Once your alarm is set, you may add a label to it.

  • Page 30: Managing Your Downloads

    Avvio L500 Page | 30 Managing your downloads On the Home screen, tap > to enter Downloads screen. You can download files from Gmail or other areas. On the Downloads screen, tap an item to open it. Touch and hold an item and tap that appears.

  • Page 31: Phone Set-Up And Phone Management

    Avvio L500 Page | 31 6. Phone set-up and phone management Privacy settings & accounts Perform either of the following operations: • On the Home screen, tap > to enter Settings screen. Then, choose ACCOUNTS > Google > Search > Accounts & privacy.

  • Page 32: Managing Location Settings

    Avvio L500 Page | 32 Managing location settings On the Home screen, tap > to enter Settings screen. Then, choose PERSONAL > Location. On the Location screen, you can perform the following operations:  Turn on or off the location service.

  • Page 33: Managing Screen Settings

    Avvio L500 Page | 33 when ringing to enhance notifying effects. Managing screen settings On the Home screen, tap > to enter Settings screen. Then, choose DEVICE > Display > Brightness. Managing sleep settings On the Home screen, tap >...

  • Page 34: Airplane Mode

    Avvio L500 Page | 34 to view your settings for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, etc. Airplane mode On the Home screen, tap > to enter Settings screen. Then, choose WIRELESS & NETWORKS > More… > Airplane Mode. This mode is ideal for in-flight phone status, where no signal or Wi-Fi is connected.

  • Page 35: Wireless Network Settings

    Avvio L500 Page | 35 7. Wireless network settings Turning on Wi-Fi 1. On the Home screen, tap > to enter Settings screen. Then, choose WIRELESS & NETWORKS > Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi on/off. Note: If having been connected to a Wi-Fi network, your phone will be auto-connected once locating it.

  • Page 36: Changing Network Settings

    Avvio L500 Page | 36 Changing network settings Touch and hold the name of a connected network to change the network’s settings. Adding a Wi-Fi network 1. A Wi-Fi network may be added so that your phone will recognize it along with any of its security credentials, and then it will auto-connect.

  • Page 37: Setting Advanced Wi-Fi Options

    Avvio L500 Page | 37 Setting advanced Wi-Fi options On Wi-Fi settings screen, tap > Advanced. You will receive Wi-Fi notifications for available networks in your status bar by default. To disregard notifications, clear the Network notification check box. To save your phone’s data usage, your phone will remain connected to Wi-Fi when your...

  • Page 38: Bluetooth Settings

    Bluetooth has the capacity to connect several mobile devices at once, enabling superior synchronization while reversing challenges and problems that would otherwise occur. Use Bluetooth to maximize awesome phone capabilities and functions of your Avvio L500. Turning Bluetooth on/off On the Home screen, tap >...

  • Page 39: Pairing Your Phone With A Bluetooth Device

    Avvio L500 Page | 39 NETWORKS > Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on. 2. Tap Bluetooth. 3. On the Bluetooth settings screen, tap > Rename phone. 4. Enter a new name and tap Rename. Pairing your phone with a Bluetooth device When initially using a new Bluetooth device, it will be necessary to pair it with your phone, which is crucial in order to connect.

  • Page 40: Connecting To A Bluetooth Device

    Avvio L500 Page | 40 3. If your phone stops scanning before your Bluetooth device is ready, tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES. 4. Within the list, tap the ID of the Bluetooth device so as to pair with it. Follow the instructions to complete the pairing.

  • Page 41: Monitoring Your Phone's Data Usage

    Avvio L500 Page | 41 Some Bluetooth devices have multiple profiles. Profiles can include the ability to transmit your conversations, play music in stereo, or transfer files or other data. You can select which profiles you want to use with your phone. You can also change the name of the Bluetooth device as it appears on your phone.

  • Page 42: Avvio L500 Page

    Avvio L500 Page | 42 surpasses your plan’s limit. Therefore, it is imperative to monitor the data you’ve uploaded or downloaded on to your phone. To manage data usage and set mobile date limit, perform the following operations: On the Home screen, tap >...

  • Page 43: Creating & Sharing Videos And Pictures

    Avvio L500 Page | 43 9. Creating & sharing videos and pictures Creating a video 1. On the Home screen, tap > to enter Camera screen. 2. Tap the icon on the lower left of the screen to expand the list and select 3.

  • Page 44: Sharing A Video Or Photo

    1. On the Home screen, tap > to enter Gallery screen. 2. Select a video or photo and tap 3. From the drop-down list, select your desired sharing method. It really is that easy! Your new Avvio L500 makes it that way.

  • Page 45: Data Usage Settings

    10. Data usage settings Manage your data usage settings Here data usage settings for your new Avvio L500 are described, but they are carrier-specific. The following instructions will assist in tracing data usage, which may help avoid possible additional charges.

  • Page 46: Setting A Data Usage Limit Warning

    Avvio L500 Page | 46 4. Your actual data usage is shown below the graph. Setting a data usage limit warning Touch the orange line on its right side and drag it to the point where you wish to receive a data usage warning notification.

  • Page 47: Google Play Store

    Avvio L500 Page | 47 11. Google Play Store Google Play Store is all-in-one entertainment point with music, movies, books and apps on the web. Accessing Play Store 1. On the Home screen, tap > to enter Google Play Store screen.

  • Page 48: Google Play Settings

    Avvio L500 Page | 48 Google Play settings 1. On the Google Play Store screen, tap > Settings to change your Google Play settings. 2. The Google Play settings screen enables you to:  Control game & app updates’ notifications.

  • Page 49: Usb File Transfers

    12. USB file transfers With a USB cable, you can transfer pictures, music, and other data files between your Avvio L500 phone and your computer. For transferring files to Mac OS X, the Android File Transfer application can be utilized.

  • Page 50: Mac Os Transfer

    Avvio L500 Page | 50 Mac OS transfer 1. Install Android File Transfer from http://www.android.com/filetransfer and follow the directions. Double-click for first-time use. (Auto-connect will occur thereafter.) 2. Connect your phone to the computer using a USB cable. 3. The Android File Transfer will begin, including a window pop-up showing your phone contents &...

  • Page 51: Optimizing Your Phone's Battery Life

    Avvio L500 Page | 51 13. Optimizing your phone’s battery life Battery settings Prolong your phone battery life by shutting down apps not in use or not required. On the Home screen, tap > to enter Settings screen. Then, choose DEVICE > Battery.
  • Page 52 Avvio L500 Page | 52 Note: If auto-sync is turned off, you must manually sync to check emails, and related notifications will no longer pop up. Assess battery level and usage: > > DEVICE > Battery. • Battery usage for each app is displayed near the bottom of your phone screen.

  • Page 53: Avvio L500 Specs & Hardware

    Avvio L500 Page | 53 14. Avvio L500 specs & hardware Specifications Dimensions 141.9 mm x 71.4 mm x 9.9 mm Form Factor Bar, Touchscreen Antenna Built-in SIM Card Micro SIM Network Mode GSM+WCDMA+LTE Camera Front camera: 2.0 MP; Rear camera: 8.0 MP AF...
  • Page 54 Avvio L500 Page | 54 Accessories Battery Type Lithium Ion Polymer Rechargeable Battery Battery Rated Capacity 2200 mAh Nominal Voltage 3.7 V Prompt: The battery capacity changes with battery upgrade.

  • Page 55: List Of In-Box Contents

    Avvio L500 Page | 55 List of In-Box Contents Name Quantity Phone Battery Travel Charger USB Charger Data Line Headset Warranty Card Quick Start Guide Prompt: The accessory items are as per the final transaction. Please contact the dealer for further...

  • Page 56: Declaration Of Hazardous Substances

    Avvio L500 Page | 56 Declaration of Hazardous Substances Toxic or hazardous substances or elements Parts Name Polybrominated Plumbum Mercury Cadmium Chromium VI Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr(VI)) Biphenyls (PBB) (PBDE) PCB Board and × ○ ○ ○...
  • Page 57 Avvio L500 Page | 57 ×: indicates that the content of the toxic or hazardous substance in some homogeneous materials exceeds the limit of the SJ/T11363-2006 standard. The Environmentally Friendly Use Period of this product is 20 years, as shown by the symbol on the left.

  • Page 58: Important Health Information And Safety Precautions

    Avvio L500 Page | 58 IMPORTANT HEALTH INFORMATION AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions. Observe all warnings in the product operating instructions. To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire and damage to the equipment, closely observe the all of the following precautions.
  • Page 59 Avvio L500 Page | 59 For a product that operates from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions that are included with the product. ELECTRICAL SAFETY This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to this product.

  • Page 60: Prevention Of Hearing Loss

    Avvio L500 Page | 60 battery is swallowed. Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, discolored, has any rust on its casing, if it overheats, and/or if it emits a foul odor. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.
  • Page 61 Avvio L500 Page | 61 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT Store this product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a vehicle or in places where the temperature may exceed 60°C (140°F), such as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind glass that is exposed to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time.
  • Page 62 Avvio L500 Page | 62 In many jurisdictions, vehicle operators are not permitted to use communication services with handheld devices while the vehicle is in motion, except in the case of emergency. In some countries, using hands-free devices as an alternative is allowed.
  • Page 63 Avvio L500 Page | 63 metal powders. INTERFERENCE WITH MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this device is prohibited in most hospitals and medical clinics for which regulations and rules are commonly posted in such facilities. In these instances, turn your phone OFF as health care facilities frequently use equipment that is adversely affected by RF energy.
  • Page 64 Avvio L500 Page | 64 only it its normal-use position. Contact with the antenna area may impair call quality and cause your device to operate at a higher power level than needed which can reduce antenna performance and battery life.
  • Page 65 Avvio L500 Page | 65 damage or the capacity loss of the cell. ! Warning - Do not put cell into a heating vessel, washing machine or high-pressure container. - Do not use cell with primary batteries, or batteries of a different package, type, or brand.
  • Page 66 Avvio L500 Page | 66 expiration has occurred prematurely. Store cell in a low-humidity and low-temperature environment if cell is not used for an extended period of time. - Keep it far away from articles or materials with static electric charges while the cell is charged, used or stored.
  • Page 67 Avvio L500 Page | 67 Water and moisture – Do not use this product under moist environment. Self-servicing – Attempting to service this product on your own, or opening or removing device covers may result in exposure to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

  • Page 68: Tia Safety Information

    Avvio L500 Page | 68 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 69 Avvio L500 Page | 69 Frequency (RF) signals. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international standards ‘bodies, as follows:...
  • Page 70 Avvio L500 Page | 70 NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the antenna pointed up and over your shoulder. Tips on Efficient Operation For your phone to operate most efficiently, do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when operating the phone. Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed, thus reducing battery life.
  • Page 71 Avvio L500 Page | 71 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;...

  • Page 72: Safety Information

    Avvio L500 Page | 72 manufacturer or representative regarding this as well as manufacturer of any additional vehicle equipment. Health Care Facilities Please refer to pages 10 and 11 of this guide for information regarding medical interference with your device.
  • Page 73 Avvio L500 Page | 73 guide in an accessible place after reading it for ease in locating it for future reference. Violation of the instructions may cause minor or serious damage to the product. Do not disassemble, open, crush, bend or deform, puncture or shred your equipment.
  • Page 74 Avvio L500 Page | 74 The battery doesn’t need to be empty before recharging, and replace the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. Note: The battery can be recharged several hundred times and it does not need to be empty in order to recharge.
  • Page 75 Avvio L500 Page | 75 When using the power plug, ensure that it’s firmly connected. Placing the phone in a pocket or bag without covering the phone receptacle (power plug pin), metallic articles (e.g.: coins, paperclips, pens) may short-circuit the phone. Always cover the receptacle when not in use.
  • Page 76 Avvio L500 Page | 76 Phone data, including contact information, ringtones, text messages, voice messages, pictures or videos, etc., may be inadvertently deleted due to careless use, phone repair, or software upgrades. Please back up your important phone numbers and all other vital data. Note: Neither the manufacturer nor any person or entity associated therewith is liable for any damages whatsoever due to loss of any or all data stored on any of your devices.
  • Page 77 Avvio L500 Page | 77 nature of the sound, the device, the device settings and the headphones. Hence, individual susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss and other hearing problems can vary. Please follow these important guidelines for hearing loss prevention: Set the phone’s volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume for which you can hear clearly.

  • Page 78: Fda Consumer Update

    Avvio L500 Page | 78 American Academy of Audiology 11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300 Reston, VA 20190 Voice: (800) 222-2336 Email: info@audiology.org Internet: www.audiology.org National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders National Institutes of Health 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 Bethesda, MD USA 20892-2320 Voice: (301) 496-7243 Email: nidcdinfo@nih.gov...
  • Page 79 Avvio L500 Page | 79 1. What is the FDA's role concerning the safety of wireless phones? Under the law, the FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has authority to take action if wireless phones are shown to emit Radio Frequency (RF) energy at a level that is hazardous to the user.
  • Page 80 Avvio L500 Page | 80 Occupational Safety and Health Administration National Telecommunications and Information Administration The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities as well. The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that act to limit RF exposure.
  • Page 81 Avvio L500 Page | 81 Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not uncovered any biological effects. Although some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur, such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. In some cases, other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies, and/or determining the reasons for inconsistent results.
  • Page 82 Avvio L500 Page | 82 since the average period of phone use in these studies was approximately three years. 4. What kinds of phones are the subjects of this update? Here the term “wireless phone” refers to handheld wireless phones with built-in antennas, often called “cell”, “mobile”, or “PCS” phones.
  • Page 83 Avvio L500 Page | 83 EMF issues. The FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to conduct research on wireless phone safety. The FDA provides the scientific oversight, obtaining input from experts in government, industry, and academic organizations.
  • Page 84 Avvio L500 Page | 84 7. What has the FDA done to measure the Radio Frequency energy coming from wireless phones? The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) is developing a technical standard for measuring the Radio Frequency (RF) energy exposure from wireless phones and other wireless handsets with the participation and leadership of FDA scientists and engineers.
  • Page 85 Avvio L500 Page | 85 and the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement. The exposure limit takes into consideration the body’s ability to remove heat from the tissues that absorb energy from the wireless phone and is set well below levels known to have effects.
  • Page 86 Avvio L500 Page | 86 10. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to Radio Frequency energy from my wireless phone? If there is a risk from these products- and at this point we do not know that there is - it is probably very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) energy.

  • Page 87: Ten Driver Safety Tips

    Avvio L500 Page | 87 has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so that no interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible”...
  • Page 88 Avvio L500 Page | 88 When using your wireless phone behind the wheel of a car, when permitted by local law, practice good common sense and remember the following tips: When available and permitted by local law, use a hands-free device. A number of hands-free wireless phone accessories are readily available today.
  • Page 89 Avvio L500 Page | 89 stationary. But if you need to dial while driving, follow this simple tip - dial only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors, then continue. Don’t take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. If you are reading an address book or business card, or writing a “to-do”...
  • Page 90 Avvio L500 Page | 90 minor traffic accident where no one appears injured or a vehicle you know to be stolen, call roadside assistance or other special non-emergency wireless number. The above tips are meant as general guidelines. Before deciding to use your mobile device while operating a vehicle, it is recommended that you consult your applicable jurisdiction’s local laws or other regulations...
  • Page 91 Avvio L500 Page | 91 industry, government, and academia after extensive reviews of the scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy. The exposure limit for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg).
  • Page 92 Avvio L500 Page | 92 Body-worn accessories that cannot maintain 1.0 cm separation distance between the user's body and the back of the phone, and have not been tested for typical body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits and should be avoided.
  • Page 93 Avvio L500 Page | 93 In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any...

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