Alcatel 3C User Manual page 11

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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
telephone 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
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of your smartphone thoroughly and in different locations
to determine if you hear any interfering noise when
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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.
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.
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/
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FCC ID: 2ACCJB109
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