Wireless Safety And Compliance; Use Airplane Mode When Flying; Using Your Kindle Around Other Electronic Devices; Steps To Minimize Interference - Amazon Kindle User Manual

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Appendix A Product Information
• Using your Kindle while operating a vehicle is not recommended and may be prohibited or
restricted in some areas. If you are in an area where using your Kindle while operating a
vehicle is allowed, always give full attention to the operation of the vehicle and stop using
your Kindle if it becomes a distraction.

Wireless Safety and Compliance

You should turn your wireless connection off and use Airplane Mode in areas where wireless
use is forbidden or when it may cause interference or danger. Some specific situations are
described below. In general, you should not use your Kindle with your wireless connection
turned on any place you are not allowed to use a cellular device.

Use Airplane Mode When Flying

To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, the U.S. Federal Aviation
Administration regulations and many other aviation agencies require you to have permission
from a crewmember to use your device's wireless service.

Using Your Kindle Around Other Electronic Devices

Kindle generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency (RF) energy and, if not used in
accordance with its instructions, may cause interference to radio communications and
electronic equipment. External RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately
shielded electronic operating systems, entertainment systems, and personal medical devices.
While most modern electronic equipment is shielded from external RF signals, if in doubt,
check with the manufacturer. For personal medical devices (such as pacemakers and hearing
aids), consult with your physician or the manufacturer to determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF signals.

Steps to Minimize Interference

If your Kindle does cause interference to radio or television reception (which you can
determine by turning your Kindle off and on), you can try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures: reorient or relocate the receiving antenna for the radio or
television; increase the separation between the radio or television and your Kindle connect
equipment and receivers to different outlets; or consult the radio or television manufacturer
or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Watch for Signs

There are some places where RF signals could constitute a hazard, such as health care
facilities and construction sites. If you are not sure, look around for signs indicating that two-
way radios or cell phones should be turned off.
In addition, turn off and do not charge your device if you are in any area with a potentially
explosive atmosphere, as sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire. Such areas
are usually, but not always, clearly identified, and include areas where you would normally be
advised to turn off your vehicle engine.