Users Manual Statement

FCC ID: NM8PJ75100

Users Manual

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                                                                                                                         Important Safety Information
                                                            Retain and follow all product safety and operating
    Important Safety                                        instructions. Observe all warnings in the operating
                                                            instructions on the product.
    Information                                             To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire,
                                                            and damage to the equipment, observe the following
                                                            precautions.
This section contains important operational and safety      Electrical Safety
information that will help you safely use your device.
Failure to read and follow the information provided in      This product is intended for use when supplied
this guide may result in serious bodily injury, death, or   with power from the designated battery or power
property damage.                                            supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous and will
                                                            invalidate any approval given to this product.
Important Health Information and                            Safety Precautions for Proper Grounding
Safety Precautions                                          Installation
When using this product, the safety precautions below       CAUTION: Connecting to an improperly grounded
must be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and       equipment can result in an electric shock to your
damages.                                                    device.
                                                            This product is equipped with a USB cable for
                                                            connecting with desktop or notebook computer.


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Be sure your computer is properly grounded (earthed)        This product should be operated only with the
before connecting this product to the computer.             following designated power supply unit(s).
The power supply cord of a desktop or notebook              AC Adapter HTC, Model TC U250
computer has an equipment-grounding conductor
                                                          • Handle battery packs carefully
and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed      This product contains a Lithium-ion polymer
and grounded in accordance with all local codes and         or Lithium-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and
ordinances.                                                 burns if the battery pack is handled improperly.
                                                            Do not attempt to open or service the battery
Safety Precautions for Power Supply Unit                    pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture,
• Use the correct external power source                     short external contacts or circuits, dispose
  A product should be operated only from the                of in fire or water, or expose a battery pack to
  type of power source indicated on the electrical          temperatures higher than 140°F (60°C).
  ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of
  power source required, consult your authorized
  service provider or local power company. For
  a product that operates from battery power or
  other sources, refer to the operating instructions
  that are included with the product.




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                                                                                                                       Important Safety Information
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is               Take Extra Precautions
incorrectly replaced. To reduce risk of fire or          • Keep the device dry and away from water or any
burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture,                liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
short external contacts, expose to temperatures          • The device should only be connected to products
above 140°F (60°C), or dispose of in fire or water.        that bear the USB-IF logo or have completed the
Replace only with specified batteries. Recycle or          USB-IF compliance program.
dispose of used batteries according to the local         • Only use the battery with a charging system that has
regulations or reference guide supplied with your          been qualified with the system per this standard,
product.                                                   IEEE-Std-1725-2006. Use of an unqualified battery
                                                           or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion,
                                                           leakage or other hazard.
                                                         • Avoid dropping the device. If the device is dropped,
                                                           especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects
                                                           damage, take it to a service center for inspection.
                                                         • If the battery leaks:
                                                               ▪▪Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact
NOTE: This product should be operated only with                  with skin or clothing. If already in contact, flush
the following designated Battery Pack(s).                        the affected area immediately with clean water
HTC, Model BJ75100.                                              and seek medical advice.


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     ▪▪Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact    Prevention of Hearing Loss
       with eyes. If already in contact, DO NOT rub;        CAUTION: Permanent hearing loss may occur if
       rinse with clean water immediately and seek          earphones or headphones are used at high volume
       medical advice.                                      for prolonged periods of time.
     ▪▪Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery
       away from fire as there is a danger of ignition or   Safety in Aircraft
       explosion.                                           Due to the possible interference caused by this
                                                            product to an aircraft’s navigation system and its
Safety Precautions for Direct Sunlight                      communications network, using this device’s phone
Keep this product away from excessive moisture and          function on board an airplane is against the law in
extreme temperatures. Do not leave the product inside       most countries. If you want to use this device when on
a vehicle or in places where the temperature may            board an aircraft, remember to turn off your phone by
exceed 60°C (140°F), such as on a car dashboard,            switching to airplane mode.
window sill, or behind a glass that is exposed to direct
sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods   Environmental Restrictions
of time. This may damage the product, overheat the          Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots,
battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.                     chemical plants or where blasting operations are in
                                                            progress, or in potentially explosive atmospheres
                                                            such as fuelling areas, fuel storehouses, below deck
                                                            on boats, chemical plants, fuel or chemical transfer
                                                            or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains

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                                                                                                                       Important Safety Information
chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal        where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as
powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas           grain, dust, or metal powders.
could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily
injury or even death.                                        Road Safety
                                                             Full attention must be given to driving at all times in
Explosive Atmospheres                                        order to reduce the risk of an accident. Using a phone
When in any area with a potentially explosive                while driving (even with a hands-free device) causes
atmosphere or where flammable materials exist, the           distraction and can lead to an accident. You must
product should be turned off and the user should             comply with local laws and regulations restricting the
obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas        use of wireless devices while driving.
could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily
injury or even death. Users are advised not to use the       Safety Precautions for RF Exposure
equipment at refueling points such as service or gas         • Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for
stations, and are reminded of the need to observe              example, the steel frame of a building).
restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel           • Avoid using your phone near strong
depots, chemical plants, or where blasting operations          electromagnetic sources, such as microwave
are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive            ovens, sound speakers, TV and radio.
atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked.
                                                             • Use only original manufacturer-approved
These include fueling areas, below deck on boats,
                                                               accessories, or accessories that do not contain any
fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas
                                                               metal.


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• Use of non-original manufacturer-approved             Nonionizing Radiation
  accessories may violate your local RF exposure        Your device has an internal antenna. This product
  guidelines and should be avoided.                     should be operated in its normal-use position to
Interference with Medical Equipment                     ensure the radiative performance and safety of the
Functions                                               interference. As with other mobile radio transmitting
                                                        equipment, users are advised that for satisfactory
This product may cause medical equipment to             operation of the equipment and for the safety of
malfunction. The use of this device is forbidden in     personnel, it is recommended that no part of the
most hospitals and medical clinics.                     human body be allowed to come too close to the
If you use any other personal medical device, consult   antenna during operation of the equipment.
the manufacturer of your device to determine if they    Use only the supplied integral antenna. Use of
are adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your   unauthorized or modified antennas may impair
physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this   call quality and damage the phone, causing loss
information.                                            of performance and SAR levels exceeding the
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when      recommended limits as well as result in non-
any regulations posted in these areas instruct you      compliance with local regulatory requirements in your
to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be    country.
using equipment that could be sensitive to external     To assure optimal phone performance and ensure
RF energy.                                              human exposure to RF energy is within the guidelines
                                                        set forth in the relevant standards, always use your


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                                                                                                                      Important Safety Information
device only in its normal-use position. Contact with the       ▪▪Do not attempt to disassemble the device or its
antenna area may impair call quality and cause your              accessories.
device to operate at a higher power level than needed.         ▪▪Only qualified personnel should service or
Avoiding contact with the antenna area when the                  repair the device or its accessories.
phone is IN USE optimizes the antenna performance
and the battery life.                                      General Precautions
                                                           You alone are responsible for how you use your
Electrical Safety                                          device and any consequences of its use. You must
• Accessories                                              always switch off your phone wherever the use of a
    ▪▪Use only approved accessories.                       phone is prohibited. Use of your phone is subject to
    ▪▪Do not connect with incompatible products or         safety measures designed to protect users and their
      accessories.                                         environment.
    ▪▪Take care not to touch or allow metal objects,       • Avoid applying excessive pressure to the
      such as coins or key rings, to contact or short-       device.
      circuit the battery terminals..                        Do not apply excessive pressure on the screen
• Connection to a car                                        and the device to prevent damaging them and
                                                             remove the device from your pants’ pocket
  Seek professional advice when connecting a                 before sitting down. It is also recommended
  phone interface to the vehicle electrical system.          that you store the device in a protective case
• Faulty and damaged products                                and only use the device stylus or your finger

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  when interacting with the touchscreen. Cracked        • Protect your device.
  display screens due to improper handling are              ▪▪Always treat your device and its accessories
  not covered by the warranty.                                with care and keep them in a clean and dust-
• Device getting warm after prolonged use.                    free place.
  When using your device for prolonged periods              ▪▪Do not expose your device or its accessories to
  of time, such as when you’re talking on the                 open flames or lit tobacco products.
  phone, charging the battery or browsing the               ▪▪Do not expose your device or its accessories to
  Web, the device may become warm. In most                    liquid, moisture or high humidity.
  cases, this condition is normal and therefore
                                                            ▪▪Do not drop, throw or try to bend your device or
  should not be interpreted as a problem with the
                                                              its accessories.
  device.
                                                            ▪▪Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents,
• Heed service markings.
                                                              or aerosols to clean the device or its accessories.
  Except as explained elsewhere in the Operating
                                                            ▪▪Do not paint your device or its accessories.
  or Service documentation, do not service
  any product yourself. Service needed on                   ▪▪Do not attempt to disassemble your device or
  components inside the device should be done                 its accessories. Only authorized personnel may
  by an authorized service technician or provider.            do so.




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                                                                                                                Important Safety Information
     ▪▪Do not expose your device or its accessories to   • Avoid operating the product in hot areas.
       extreme temperatures, minimum -4°F (-20°C)          The product should be placed away from heat
       and maximum 122°F (50°C).                           sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
     ▪▪Please check local regulations for disposal of      or other products (including amplifiers) that
       electronic products.                                produce heat.
     ▪▪Do not carry your device in your back pocket as   • Avoid operating the product in wet areas.
       it could break when you sit down.                   Never use the product in a wet location.
• Send the product for service.                          • Avoid using your device after a dramatic change
  Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and        in temperature.
  refer servicing to an authorized service technician      When you move your device between
  or provider under the following conditions:              environments with very different temperature
     ▪▪Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen     and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form
       into the product.                                   on or within the device. To avoid damaging the
     ▪▪The product has been exposed to rain or water.      device, allow sufficient time for the moisture to
                                                           evaporate before using the device.
     ▪▪The product has been dropped or damaged.
                                                           NOTICE: When taking the device from
     ▪▪There are noticeable signs of overheating.
                                                           low-temperature conditions into a warmer
     ▪▪The product does not operate normally when          environment or from high-temperature
       you follow the operating instructions.              conditions into a cooler environment, allow the


                                            Important Safety Information                                   9


  device to acclimate to room temperature before         • Avoid unstable mounting.
  turning on power.                                        Do not place the product with an unstable base.
• Avoid pushing objects into product.                    • Use only manufacturer-approved equipment.
  Never push objects of any kind into cabinet              This product should be used only with personal
  slots or other openings in the product. Slots and        computers and options identified as suitable for use
  openings are provided for ventilation. These             with your equipment.
  openings must not be blocked or covered.               • Adjust the volume before using headphones.
• Avoid placing device near air bags.                      Turn down the volume before using
  Do not place a phone in the area over an air             headphones or other audio devices.
  bag or in the air bag deployment area. Store the       • Clean the product.
  device safely before driving your vehicle.
                                                           Unplug the product from the wall outlet before
• Use only manufacturer-approved mounting                  cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
  accessories.                                             cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, but
  Do not use the product on an unstable table,             NEVER use water to clean the LCD screen.
  cart, stand, tripod, or bracket. Any mounting of       • Keep the product out of reach of small children.
  the product should follow the manufacturer’s
                                                           Do not leave your device and its accessories
  instructions, and should use a mounting
                                                           within the reach of small children or allow them
  accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
                                                           to play with it. They could hurt themselves or


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                                                                                                                   Important Safety Information
  others, or could accidentally damage the device.       • Be attentive when operating machinery.
  Your device contains small parts with sharp              Full attention must be given to operating the
  edges that may cause an injury or which could            machinery in order to reduce the risk of an
  become detached and create a choking hazard.             accident.
  edges that may cause an injury or which could
                                                         • Product produces loud noise.
  become detached and create a choking hazard.
                                                           This device is capable of producing loud noises
• Avoid repetitive motion injuries.
                                                           which may damage your hearing.
  To minimize the risk of RSI, when texting or
                                                         • Using the product during emergencies.
  playing games with your device:
                                                           Your device, like any wireless phone, operates
    ▪▪Do not grip the device too tightly.
                                                           using radio signals, which cannot guarantee
    ▪▪Press the buttons lightly.                           connection in all conditions. Therefore, you
    ▪▪Make use of the special features in the handset      must never rely solely on any wireless phone for
      which minimise the number of buttons                 emergency communications.
      which have to be pressed, such as message
      templates and predictive text.
    ▪▪Take lots of breaks to stretch and relax.




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Additional Safety Information                               Never store or transport flammable liquids, gases or
                                                            explosive materials in the same compartment of your
Do Not Use the PC Functions of Your Device                  automobile as the device or any of its accessories, as
While Driving or Walking                                    possible sparking in the device could cause ignition
Never use the personal computer functions of your           or explosion.
device while driving an automobile or any other             Never use your device while walking. Usage while
moving vehicle. Always pull out of traffic and come to      walking could result in bodily injury caused by
a stop in a legally permissible and safe location before    inattention to automobile traffic or other pedestrian
using your device. Failure to do so could result in         hazards.
serious bodily injury in a traffic accident.
                                                            Using The Phone While Driving Is Extremely
When driving:
                                                            Dangerous
• Never place your device on the passenger seat or
                                                            Talking on or using your device while driving is
   anyplace else in the car where it can become a
                                                            extremely dangerous and is illegal in some states.
   projectile during a collision or stop.
                                                            Remember, safety comes first. Check the laws and
• An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place        regulations on the use of phones in the areas where
   objects, including either installed or portable          you drive. Always obey them.
   wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or
                                                            If you must use the phone function while driving,
   in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless
                                                            please:
   equipment is improperly installed and the air bag
   inflates, serious injury could result.

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                                                                                                                      Important Safety Information
• Give full attention to driving. Driving safely is your     wireless device; therefore, use of your device must be
  first responsibility.                                      restricted in certain situations.
• Use hands-free operation or one-touch, speed               In addition, the computer portion of your device
  dialing, and auto-answer modes.                            produces low levels of RF energy due to the
• Pull off the road and park before making or                generation of digital timing pulses by its clock
  answering a call.                                          oscillator circuits. Your device has been equipped
                                                             with internal shielding to minimize stray emissions of
 WARNING: Failure to follow these instructions               RF energy. However, use of the computer functions of
 could lead to serious personal injury and                   your device must be restricted in certain situations.
 possible property damage.                                   Electronic Devices in Vehicles
When Using Your Device Near Other                            RF signals may affect improperly installed or
                                                             inadequately shielded electronic systems in
Electronic Devices
                                                             motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its
Your wireless handheld portable device is a low power        representative regarding your vehicle. You should also
radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives   consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has
and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.             been added to your vehicle.
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from            Posted Facilities
RF energy. However, certain electronic equipment
                                                             Turn your device OFF where posted notices so require.
may not be shielded against the RF signals from your



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Turn Off Your Device Before Flying                         Turn Off Your Device in Dangerous Areas
Aircraft                                                   Blasting Areas
FCC regulations prohibit using the transmitting and        To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn
phone functions of your device while in the air. In        your device OFF when in a “blasting area” or in areas
addition, most airline regulations prohibit the on-board   posted “Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and
use of portable PCs (and all other portable electronic     instructions.
devices that could potentially emit stray RF energy),      Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
particularly during take-offs and landings, to prevent
                                                           Turn your device OFF when in any area with a
any possible interference with the reception of signals
                                                           potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs
by airborne electronic navigational devices.
                                                           and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an
Turn your device OFF before boarding an aircraft.          explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Always request and obtain prior consent and approval
                                                           Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are
of an authorized airline representative before using
                                                           often, but not always, clearly marked. They include
your device aboard an aircraft. Always follow the
                                                           fueling areas such as gas stations; below deck on
instructions of the airline representative whenever
                                                           boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities;
using your device aboard an aircraft, to prevent
                                                           vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as
any possible interference with airborne electronic
                                                           propane or butane); areas where the air contains
equipment.
                                                           chemicals or articles, such as grain, dust, or metal



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                                                                                                                     Important Safety Information
powders; and any other area where you would               DO NOT disassemble the device or its accessories.
normally be advised to turn off your vehicle’s engine.    If service or repair is required, return unit to an
                                                          authorized Sprint service center. If the unit is
General Safety and Other Precautions                      disassembled, the risk of electric shock or fire may
Your device is a high quality piece of equipment.         result.
Before operating, read all instructions and cautionary    Never allow metallic objects, such as staples and
markings on the product, battery and AC charger.          paper clips, to get into the inside of your device.
Failure to follow the directions below could result       Never touch the liquid that might leak from a broken
in serious bodily injury or property damage due to        liquid crystal display. Contact with this liquid could
battery liquid leakage, fire or rupture.                  cause a skin rash. If the crystal display liquid should
DO NOT use or store this equipment in a place where       come into contact with the skin or clothing, wash it
it will be exposed to high temperatures, such as near     immediately with clean water.
an open flame or heat-emitting equipment.                 In the event that the device emits an unusual odor or
DO NOT drop your device or subject it to severe shock.    sound or generates smoke, immediately disconnect
When not using, lay down the unit to avoid possible       the AC charger from the power outlet.
damage due to instability.
DO NOT expose this equipment to rain or spilled
beverages.
DO NOT use unauthorized accessories.


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Antenna Safety                                              The AC charger designed by Sprint for this unit
Use only the supplied or an approved replacement            requires the use of a standard 120 V AC power source
antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or           for device operation.
attachments could impair call quality, damage your          Never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC charger.
device, or result in violation of FCC regulations. Please   Never use an AC charger if it has a damaged or worn
contact your local dealer for replacement antenna.          power cord or plug. Always contact a Sprint authorized
Do not use the device with a damaged antenna. If a          service center, if repair or replacement is required.
damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin,           Never alter the AC cord or plug on an AC charger. If the
a minor burn may result. Please contact your local          plug will not fit into the available outlet, have a proper
dealer for replacement antenna.                             outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
                                                            Never allow any liquids or water to spill on an AC
AC Charger
                                                            charger when it is connected to an AC power source.
Use the Correct External Power Source
                                                            Always use the authorized Sprint AC charger to avoid
A product should be operated only from the type of          any risk of bodily injury or damage to your wireless
power source indicated on the electrical ratings label.     device or battery.
If you are not sure of the type of power source required,
                                                            Never attempt to connect or disconnect the AC
consult your authorized service provider or local
                                                            charger with wet hands. Always unplug the AC
power company. For a product that operates from
                                                            charger from the power source before attempting
battery power or other sources, refer to the operating
                                                            any cleaning. Always use a soft cloth dampened
instructions that are included with the product.


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                                                                                                                     Important Safety Information
with water to clean the equipment, after it has been
                                                           NOTE: This product is intended for use with a
unplugged.
                                                           certified Class 2 Limited Power Source, rated
Handling the cord on this product or cords associated      5 Volts DC, maximum 1 Amp power supply unit.
with accessories sold with this product, will expose
you to lead, a chemical known to the State of             Federal Communication Commission
California to cause birth defects or other reproductive   Interference Statement
harm. Wash hands after handling.
                                                          This equipment has been tested and found to
Always disconnect the travel charger or desktop           comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
charger from the power source when it is not in use.      pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
                                                          designed to provide reasonable protection against
Regulatory Agency Identifications                         harmful interference in a residential installation. This
For regulatory identification purposes, your product is   equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
assigned a model number of PJ75100.                       frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
To ensure continued reliable and safe operation of        accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
your device, use only the accessories listed below with   interference to radio communications. However, there
your PJ75100.                                             is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
The Battery Pack has been assigned a model number         particular installation. If this equipment does cause
of BJ75100. Operating temperature range: 32°F to          harmful interference to radio or television reception,
104°F (0°C to 40°C)                                       which can be determined by turning the equipment



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off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the   Operation on the 5.15-5.25 GHz frequency band is
interference by one of the following measures:             restricted to indoor use only. The FCC requires indoor
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.              use for the 5.15-5.25 GHz band to reduce the potential
                                                           for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite
• Increase the separation between the equipment
                                                           Systems.
   and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a                Important Note
   circuit different from that to which the receiver is    Radiation Exposure Statement:
   connected.                                              This equipment complies with FCC radiation
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or            exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
   television technician for help.                         environment. End users must follow the specific
FCC CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not              operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
expressly approved by the party responsible for            compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate      exposure compliance requirements, please follow
this equipment.                                            operation instruction as documented in this manual.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.        This transmitter must not be co-located or operating
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:      in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter,
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,        except the transmitters built-in with the device.
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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                                                                                                                      Important Safety Information
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC)                       are rated have the rating on their box or a label located
Regulations for Wireless Devices                          on the box. The ratings are not guarantees. Results
                                                          will vary depending on the user’s hearing device and
On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal Communications
                                                          hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be
Commission (FCC) Report and Order in WT Docket
                                                          vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use
01- 309 modified the exception of wireless phones
                                                          a rated phone successfully. Trying out the phone with
under the Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC
                                                          your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for
Act) to require digital wireless phones be compatible
                                                          your personal needs.
with hearing-aids. The intent of the HAC Act is to
ensure reasonable access to telecommunications            M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC
services for persons with hearing disabilities. While     requirements and are likely to generate less
some wireless phones are used near some hearing           interference to hearing devices than phones that are
devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), users       not rated. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings.
may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise.          Your PJ75100 is rated M4.
Some hearing devices are more immune than others          T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC
to this interference noise, and phones also vary in the   requirements and are likely to be more usable with a
amount of interference they generate. The wireless        hearing aid’s telecoil than phones that are not rated.
telephone industry has developed a rating system for      T4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. Your PJ75100
wireless phones, to assist hearing device users find      is rated T3.
phones that may be compatible with their hearing          Please power off the Bluetooth function while using
devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones that      hearing aid devices with your PJ75100.


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Hearing devices may also                                    This methodology applies equally for T ratings.
be rated. Your hearing device                               The M mark is intended to be synonymous with the
manufacturer or hearing                                     U mark. The T mark is intended to be synonymous with
health professional may help                                the UT mark. The M and T marks are recommended
you find this rating. Higher                                by the Alliance for Telecommunications Industries
ratings mean that the hearing                               Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT marks are referenced
device is relatively immune to                              in Section 20.19 of the FCC Rules. The HAC rating
interference noise.                                         and measurement procedure are described in the
The hearing aid and wireless phone rating values            American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19
are then added together. A sum of 5 is considered           standard.
acceptable for normal use. A sum of 6 is considered
                                                            This phone has been tested and rated for use with
for better use. A sum of 8 is considered for best use. In
                                                            hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that
the above example, if a hearing aid meets the
                                                            it uses. However, there may be some newer wireless
M2 level rating and the wireless phone meets the
                                                            technologies used in this phone that have not been
M3 level rating, the sum of the two values equal M5.
                                                            tested yet for use with hearing aids. It is important
This should provide the hearing aid user with “normal
                                                            to try the different features of this phone thoroughly
usage” while using their hearing aid with the particular
                                                            and in different locations, using your hearing aid
wireless phone. “Normal usage” in this context is
                                                            or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any
defined as a signal quality that is acceptable for
                                                            interfering noise. Consult your service provider or the
normal operation.
                                                            manufacturer of this phone for information on hearing


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                                                                                                                   Important Safety Information
aid compatibility. If you have questions about return    For body worn operation, this device has been
or exchange policies, consult your service provider or   tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines
phone retailer.                                          when used with the HTC Corporation. Accessories
                                                         supplied or designated for this product. Use of other
 For information about hearing aids and digital          accessories may not ensure compliance with the FCC
 wireless phones                                         RF exposure guidelines.
 FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume                Your wireless mobile device is a radio transmitter
 Control:                                                and receiver. It is designed and manufactured
                                                         not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to
 http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.html
                                                         radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal
 Gallaudet University, RERC:                             Communications Commission of the U.S.
 https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/            Government. These limits are part of comprehensive
 Generic- Search.cfm                                     guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy
                                                         for the general population.
SAR Information                                          The guidelines are based on the safety standards
0.724 W/kg @ 1g (HEAD)                                   previously set by both U.S. and international standards
1.29 W/kg @ 1g (BODY)                                    bodies:
THIS MODEL DEVICE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S                 • American National Standards Institute (ANSI) IEEE.
REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.                   C95.1-1992.



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• National Council on Radiation Protection and               Additional information on Specific Absorption
   Measurement (NCRP). Report 86. 1986.                      Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing                   Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA)
   Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1996.                       website as http://www.phonefacts.net.
• Ministry of Health (Canada), Safety Code 6. The            In the U.S. and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile device
   standards include a substantial safety margin             used by the public is 1.6 Watts/kg (W/kg) averaged
   designed to assure the safety of all persons,             over one gram of tissue.
   regardless of age and health.                             The standard incorporates a substantial margin of
The exposure standard for wireless mobile device             safety to give additional protection for the public
employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific          and to account for any variations in usage. Normal
Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC        condition only to ensure the radiative performance
is 1.6 W/kg.                                                 and safety of the interference. As with other mobile
                                                             radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization
                                                             for satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the
for this model device with all reported SAR levels
                                                             safety of personnel, it is recommended that no part of
evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure
                                                             the human body be allowed to come too close to the
guidelines. SAR information on this model device
                                                             antenna during operation of the equipment.
is on file with the FCC and can be found under the
Display Grant section of: https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/
eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm after searching on
FCC ID: NM8PJ75100.

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                                                                                                                     Important Safety Information
Body-worn Operation                                        Telecommunications & Internet
This device was tested for typical body-worn               Association (TIA) Safety Information
operations. To comply with RF exposure requirements,
a minimum separation distance of 0.4 inch (1 cm)           Pacemakers
must be maintained between the user’s body and the         The Health Industry Manufacturers Association
handset, including the antenna. Third-party belt-clips,    recommends that a minimum separation of six inches
holsters, and similar accessories used by this device      be maintained between a handheld wireless phone
should not contain any metallic components. Body-          and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference
worn accessories that do not meet these requirements       with the pacemaker. These recommendations are
may not comply with RF exposure requirements and           consistent with the independent research by and
should be avoided.                                         recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.
Use only the supplied or an approved antenna.              Persons with pacemakers:
Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments       • Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six
could impair call quality, damage the phone, or result        inches from their pacemaker when the phone is
in violation of regulations. Do not use the phone with a      turned ON.
damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into
                                                           • Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket.
contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Please
contact your local dealer for replacement antenna.         • Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to
                                                              minimize the potential for interference. If you have
                                                              any reason to suspect that interference is taking
                                                              place, turn the phone OFF immediately.

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Hearing Aids                                             European law on 13th February 2003, resulted in a
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some     major change in the treatment of electrical equipment
hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you     at end-of-life.
may want to consult your service provider, or call the   The purpose of this Directive is, as a first priority, the
customer service line to discuss alternatives.           prevention of WEEE, and in addition, to promote the
                                                         reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery of such
Other Medical Devices                                    wastes so as to reduce disposal.
If you use any other personal medical device, consult                    The WEEE logo (shown at the left) on the
the manufacturer of your device to determine if they                     product or on its box indicates that this
are adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your                    product must not be disposed of or
physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this                    dumped with your other household
information.                                                             waste. You are liable to dispose of all
Turn the phone OFF in health care facilities when any                    your electronic or electrical waste
regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do                     equipment by relocating over to the
so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using     specified collection point for recycling of such
equipment that could be sensitive to external RF         hazardous waste. Isolated collection and proper
energy.                                                  recovery of your electronic and electrical waste
                                                         equipment at the time of disposal will allow us to help
WEEE Notice                                              conserving natural resources. Moreover, proper
The Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic         recycling of the electronic and electrical waste
Equipment (WEEE), which entered into force as            equipment will ensure safety of human health and

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                                                                                Important Safety Information
environment. For more information about electronic
and electrical waste equipment disposal, recovery,
and collection points, please contact your local city
center, household waste disposal service, shop from
where you purchased the equipment, or manufacturer
of the equipment.

RoHS Compliance
This product is in compliance with Directive 2002/95/
EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of
27 January 2003, on the restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment (RoHS) and its amendments.




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