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REGULATORY AND SAFETY INFORMATION
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Interference in cars and to other Electronic Devices: Please note
that because of possible interference to electronic equipment, some
vehicle manufacturers forbid the use of mobile phones in their
vehicles unless a hands-free kit with an external antenna is included
in the installation. RF energy may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic operating and entertainment
systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or
representative to determine if these systems are adequately shielded
from external RF energy. Also check with the manufacturer of any
equipment that has been added to the vehicle.
Driving Safety
Driving Safety Tips Overview
Always obey all laws and regulations on the use of the smartphone in
your driving area.
Safety—Your most important call. The Wireless Industry reminds you
to use your smartphone safely when driving.
1 Get to know your smartphone and its features, such as speed-dial
and redial.
2 Use a hands-free device.
3 Position your smartphone within easy reach.
4 Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if
necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous weather
conditions.
5 Do not take notes, look up phone numbers, read/write e-mail, or
surf the internet while driving.
6 Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when
you are not moving or before pulling into traffic.
7 Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may
divert your attention from the road.
8 Dial your national emergency number to report serious
emergencies. This is a free call from your smartphone.
9 Use your smartphone to help others in emergencies.
10 Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless
number when necessary.
Driving Safety Tips Details
1 Get to know your smartphone and its features such as speed-dial
and redial. Carefully read your instruction manual and learn to
take advantage of valuable features most smartphone models
offer, including automatic redial and memory dial. Also, work to
memorize the smartphone keyboard so you can use the
speed-dial function without taking your attention off the road.
2 Use a hands-free device. A number of hands-free smartphone
accessories are readily available today. Whether you choose an
installed mounted device for your smartphone or a speakerphone
accessory, take advantage of these devices. If driving while using
a smartphone is permitted in your area, we recommend using a
phone headset or a hands-free car kit (sold separately). However,
be aware that use of a headset that covers both ears impairs your
ability to hear other sounds. Use of such a headset while
operating a motor vehicle or riding a bicycle may create a serious
hazard to you and/or others, and may be illegal. If you must use a
stereo headset while driving, place a speaker in only one ear.
Leave the other ear free to hear outside noises, and do so only if
it is legal and you can do so safely.
3 Make sure you place your smartphone within easy reach and
where you can grab it without removing your eyes from the road.
If you get an incoming call at an inconvenient time, let your
voicemail answer it for you.
4 Suspend conversations during hazardous driving conditions or
situations. Let the person you are speaking to know you are
driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or
hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow, and ice can be
hazardous, but so is heavy traffic. As a driver, your first
responsibility is to pay attention to the road.
5 Do not take notes, look up phone numbers, read/write e-mail, or
surf the internet while driving. If you are reading an address book
or business card while driving a car, or writing a to-do list, then
you are not watching where you are going. It's common sense.
Don't get caught in a dangerous situation because you are
reading or writing and not paying attention to the road or nearby
vehicles.
6 Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when
you are not moving or before pulling into traffic. Try to plan your
calls before you begin your trip, or attempt to schedule your calls
with times you may be temporarily stopped or otherwise
stationary. But if you need to dial while driving, follow this simple
tip: dial only a few numbers, check the road and your mirrors,
then continue
7 Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations that may
be distracting. Stressful or emotional conversations and driving
do not mix—they are distracting and even dangerous when you
are behind the wheel. Make people you are talking with aware
you are driving and if necessary, suspend phone conversations
which have the potential to divert your attention from the road.