Filter
Top Products
174
Safety & Warranty
RF Safety Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy (SAR)
Radio transmitting devices radiate Radio Frequency (RF) energy during its operation. RF energy
can be absorbed into the human body and potentially can cause adverse health effects if
excessive levels are absorbed. The unit of measurement for human exposure to RF energy is
“Specific Absorption Rate” (SAR).
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Industrie Canada (IC), and other agencies
around the world have established limits that incorporate a substantial safety margin designed to
assure the safety of all persons using this equipment.
In order to certify this unit for sale in the US, Canada and Europe this unit has been tested for RF
exposure compliance at a qualified test laboratory and found to comply with the regulations
regarding exposure to RF Energy.
SAR was measured with the unit transmitting at its maximum certified RF power. Often,
however, during normal operation the unit will transmit much less than maximum power.
Transmit power is controlled automatically and, in general is reduced as you get closer to a
cellular base station. This reduction in transmit power will result in a lower RF energy exposure
and resulting SAR value.
FCC RF Safety Statement
In order to comply with FCC RF exposure safety guidelines, users MUST use one of the
following types of body-worn accessories.
1. A Handspring brand body-worn accessory that has been tested for SAR compliance and is
intended for use with this product.
2. An accessory that contains NO metal (snaps, clips, etc.) and provides AT LEAST 1 cm of
separation between the users body and the unit.
Do NOT use the device in a manner such that it is in direct contact with the body (i.e. on the lap
or in a breast pocket). Such use will likely exceed FCC RF safety exposure limits See
www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/ for more information on RF exposure safety.
Antenna Care/Unauthorized Modifications
Use only the supplied integral antenna. Unauthorized antenna modifications or attachments
could damage the unit and may violate FCC regulations. Any changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Start Here.book Page 174 Monday, September 8, 2003 11:13 AM