Blackberry Q5 Safety And Product Information page 3

• Use the BlackBerry smartphone in areas where there is a strong wireless signal. The indicator that provides
information about the strength of the wireless signal is located in the top right-hand corner of the home screen and
displays five ascending bars. Three or more bars indicate a strong signal. A reduced signal display, which might
occur in areas such as an underground parking structure or if you are travelling by train or car, might indicate
increased power output from your BlackBerry smartphone as it attempts to connect to a weak signal.
• Use hands-free operation if it is available and keep the BlackBerry smartphone at least 15 mm (0.59 in) from your
body (including the abdomen of pregnant women and the lower abdomen of teenagers) when the BlackBerry
smartphone is turned on and connected to the wireless network. For more information about carrying your
BlackBerry smartphone, see the holster information in the "Accessories" section of this document.
• Reduce the amount of time spent on calls, or send a text message or BBM message instead.
Specific absorption rate data
THIS WIRELESS DEVICE MODEL MEETS GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES WHEN
USED AS DIRECTED IN THIS SECTION.
The BlackBerry smartphone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the
emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the
US Government, Industry Canada (IC) of the Canadian Government, and recommended by The Council of the European
Union when used as directed in the previous section. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish
permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by
independent scientific organisations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies.
The exposure standard for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or
SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC/IC is 1.6 W/kg*. The SAR limit recommended by the Council of the European Union is
2.0 W/kg**. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions specified by the FCC/IC with the device
transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the
highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value. This
is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the
network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output.
Before a wireless device model is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC, IC and the
Council of the European Union that it does not exceed the limit established by the government-adopted requirement for
safe exposure under the recommendations of the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection
(ICNIRP). The tests are performed in positions and locations (for example, at the ear and worn on the body) as required by
the FCC, IC and the Council of the European Union for each model.
The highest SAR value for your BlackBerry smartphone model when tested for use at the ear is outlined as follows:
Smartphone SAR (W/kg) for 1 g
(FCC/IC)
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-2 smartphone 1.33
(model number RFS121LW)
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-3 smartphone 1.38
(model number RFT81UW)
The highest reported body SAR value for this BlackBerry smartphone when clipped on a belt, in a Research In Motion
approved holster equipped with an integrated belt clip, is outlined below. Carrying solutions, including RIM approved
carrying solutions and carrying solutions not approved by RIM, that do not come equipped with an integrated belt clip
SHOULD NOT be worn or carried on the body. For more information regarding the wearing or carrying of this BlackBerry
smartphone without using a RIM approved carrying solution equipped with an integrated belt clip, see the holster
information in the "Accessories" section of this document.
Smartphone SAR (W/kg) for 1 g
(FCC/IC)
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-2 smartphone 0.85
(model number RFS121LW)
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-3 smartphone 0.85
(model number RFT81UW)
If your BlackBerry smartphone operates in Mobile Hotspot mode, the highest reported body SAR value for this BlackBerry
smartphone when clipped on a belt, in a Research In Motion approved holster equipped with an integrated belt clip, is
outlined below.
Smartphone
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-2 smartphone (model number RFS121LW)
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-3 smartphone (model number RFT81UW)
Body-worn measurements differ among wireless device and phone models, depending upon available accessories and
FCC, IC and the Council of the European Union requirements.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorisation for this wireless device model with all reported SAR levels evaluated as
in compliance with the FCC radio frequency emission guidelines when the BlackBerry smartphone is used as directed in
this section. SAR information on this wireless device model is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display
Grant section of www.fcc.gov/oet/ea after searching for the FCC ID for your BlackBerry smartphone listed below.
Smartphone
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-2 smartphone (model number
RFS121LW)
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-3 smartphone (model number
RFT81UW)
Additional information on SAR can be found on the CTIA - The Wireless Association website at www.ctia.org. In Japan,
additional information on SAR can be found on the Association of Radio Industries and Businesses (ARIB) website at
www.arib-emf.org/index.html, or on the Telecommunications Bureau of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and
Communications (MIC) website at www.tele.soumu.go.jp/e/index.htm.
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* In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile devices used by the public is 1.6 W/kg averaged over 1 g of
tissue for the body or head (4.0 W/kg averaged over 10 g of tissue for the extremities - hands, wrists, ankles and feet).
** In Europe, the SAR limit for mobile devices used by the public is 2.0 W/kg averaged over 10 g of tissue for the body or
head (4.0 W/kg averaged over 10 g of tissue for the extremities - hands, wrists, ankles and feet). Studies suggest that the
standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any
variations in measurements.
FCC compliance statement (United States)
FCC Class B Part 15
This smartphone complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This smartphone may not cause harmful interference.
• This smartphone must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. 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 manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference harmful to radio communications.
SAR (W/kg) for 1 g SAR (W/kg) for 10 g
(India) (R&TTE)
Not applicable 1.28
1.36 0.92
SAR (W/kg) for 1 g SAR (W/kg) for 10 g
(India) (R&TTE)
Not applicable 0.86
1.07 0.86
SAR (W/kg) for 1 g (FCC)
1.15
1.24
FCC ID
L6ARFS120LW
L6ARFT80UW
There is no guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning on and turning off the
equipment, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
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 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.
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 labelled. 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.
Industry Canada certification
This smartphone complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
• This smartphone may not cause interference.
• This smartphone must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
smartphone.
The BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-2 smartphone (model number RFS121LW) complies with Industry Canada RSS 102, RSS
132, RSS 133, RSS-GEN and RSS 210 under certification number 2503A-RFS120LW.
The BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-3 smartphone (model number RFT81UW) complies with Industry Canada RSS 102, RSS 132,
RSS 133, RSS-GEN, and RSS 210 under certification number 2503A-RFT80UW.
Class B compliance
This BlackBerry smartphone complies with the Class B limits for radio noise emissions as set out in the interference-
causing equipment standard entitled "Information Technology Equipment (ITE) – Limits and methods of measurement",
ICES-003 of Industry Canada.
EU regulatory conformance
Research In Motion hereby declares that this BlackBerry smartphone is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC.
Smartphone
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-2 smartphone
BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-3 smartphone
The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 1999/5/EC (HG no. 88/2003) is available for viewing at the following
location in the EU community: www.blackberry.com/go/declarationofconformity.
Research In Motion UK Limited
200 Bath Road
Slough, Berkshire SL1 3XE
United Kingdom
If you have a Wi-Fi enabled BlackBerry smartphone, your BlackBerry smartphone may be operated on Wi-Fi networks in
all European Union member countries. This equipment may be operated in Turkey.
Additional regulatory conformance
Specific details about compliance to the standards and regulatory bodies for your BlackBerry smartphone may be
obtained from Research In Motion.
For additional Type Approval information please view the Regulatory Approvals drop-down list on the About screen on your
smartphone.
Product information: BlackBerry Q5 Smartphone
Mechanical properties for BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-2 smartphone:
• Weight: approximately 120 g (4.2 oz) including lithium-ion cell battery
• Size (L x W x H): 120 x 66 x 10.8 mm (4.7 x 2.6 x 0.4 in)
• 2 GB RAM, 8 GB flash memory, micro SD card slot
Mechanical properties for BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-3 smartphone:
• Weight: approximately 120 g (4.2 oz) including lithium-ion cell battery
• Size (L x W x H): 120 x 66 x 10.5 mm (4.7 x 2.6 x 0.4 in)
• 2 GB RAM, 8 GB flash memory, micro SD card slot
Power specifications:
• Non-removable, rechargeable lithium-ion cell battery
• Supports 3V, 1.8V micro SIM cards
• Port compatibility for data synchronisation and charging: micro USB 2.0
Mobile network radio specifications for BlackBerry Q5 SQR100-2 smartphone (model number: RFS121LW)
• Quad-band LTE support: LTE 800, LTE 900, LTE 1800, LTE 2600 MHz band
• Quad-band HSPA+ support: UMTS 800/UMTS 850, UMTS 900, PCS 1900, IMT 2100 MHz band
Applicable CE marking