Section 1: Health And Safety Information; Getting The Most Out Of Your Reception - Samsung T669Y Safety And Warranty Manual

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Section 1: Health and Safety Information

Getting the Most Out of Your Reception

Keeping Tabs on Signal Strength
The quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal
strength in your area. Your phone informs you of the current signal strength
by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon. The more
bars displayed, the stronger the signal. If you're inside a building, being
near a window may give you better reception.
Understanding the Power Save Feature
If your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a
Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your phone is active, it
periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it yourself by
pressing any key. Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, No Service
and an Antenna icon display on the screen. When a signal is found, your
phone returns to standby mode.
Understanding How Your Phone Operates
Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it's turned
on, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use
your phone, the system handling your call controls the power level. This
power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Knowing Radio Frequency Safety
The design of your phone complies with updated NCRP standards
described below. In 1991-92, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics
Engineers (IEEE) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
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