Operating Environment; Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices - Samsung SGH-i617 User Manual

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Operating Environment

Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area and always
switch your phone off whenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it may cause
interference or danger. When connecting the phone or any accessory to another
device, read its user's guide for detailed safety instructions. Do not connect
incompatible products.
As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for the
satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is
recommended that the equipment should only be used in the normal operating
position (held to your ear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder if you are
using an external antenna).

Using Your Phone Near Other Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals.
However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF
signals from your wireless phone. Consult the manufacturer to discuss
alternatives.
Implantable Medical Devices
A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained between a
handheld wireless phone and an implantable medical device, such as a
pacemaker or implantable cardioverter defibrillator, to avoid potential
interference with the device. Persons who have such devices:
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Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their
implantable medical device when the phone is turned ON;
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Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
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Should use the ear opposite the implantable medical device to minimize
the potential for interference;
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Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect
that interference is taking place.
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Should read and follow the directions from the manufacturer of your
implantable medical device. if you have any questions about using your
wireless phone with such a device, consult your health care provider.
For more information see, http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
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