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Important information
Using your SmartBand in wet and dusty conditions
Your SmartBand is waterproof and dust resistant in compliance with the Ingress
Protection (IP) ratings IP55 and IP58, as explained in the table below.
These specific IP ratings mean that your SmartBand is dust resistant and is protected
against low pressure water stream as well as against the effects of immersion for 30
minutes in fresh (non-saline) water up to 3 metres deep.
You can use your SmartBand:
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in dusty environments, for example, on a windy beach.
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when your fingers are wet.
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in some extreme weather conditions, for example, when it’s snowing or raining.
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in fresh (non-saline) water depths of 3 metres or less, for example, in a fresh water
lake or river.
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in a chlorinated swimming pool.
Even if your SmartBand is resistant to dust and water, you should avoid exposing it
unnecessarily to environments with excessive dust, sand and mud or to moist
environments with extreme high or low temperatures. The waterproof ability of the
micro USB port cannot be guaranteed in all environments or conditions.
Never immerse your SmartBand in salt water or let the micro USB port come in
contact with salt water. For example, if you’re at the beach, remember to keep your
SmartBand away from the sea water. Also, never expose the SmartBand to any liquid
chemicals. For example, if you’re washing dishes by hand using liquid detergent,
avoid bringing your SmartBand in contact with the detergent. After exposure to non-
fresh water, rinse your SmartBand using fresh water.
Normal wear and tear along with damage to your SmartBand can reduce its ability to
resist dust or moisture. After using the SmartBand in water, dry off the areas around
the micro USB port.
All compatible accessories, including batteries, chargers and micro USB cables, are
not waterproof and dust resistant on their own.
Your warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by abuse or improper use
of your SmartBand (including use in environments where the relevant IP rating
limitations are exceeded). If you have any further questions about the use of your
products, refer to our Customer support service for help. To view more specific
information about water resistance, go to
http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/
support/discover-more/water-and-dust-resistance/
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Ingress Protection Rating
Your SmartBand has an IP rating, which means it has undergone certified tests to
measure its resistance levels to both dust and water. The first digit in the two-digit IP
rating indicates the level of protection against solid objects, including dust. The
second digit indicates how resistant the device is to water.
Resistance to solid objects and dust Resistance to water
IP0X: No special protection IPX0. No special protection
IP1X. Protected against solid objects
> 50 mm in diameter
IPX1. Protected against dripping water
IP2X. Protected against solid objects >
12.5 mm in diameter
IPX2. Protected against dripping water when tilted up to 15
degrees from normal position
IP3X. Protected against solid objects >
2.5 mm in diameter
IPX3. Protected against spraying water
IP4X. Protected against solid objects > 1
mm in diameter
IPX4. Protected against splashing water
IP5X. Protected against dust; limited
ingress (no harmful deposit)
IPX5. Protected against water jet spray for at least 3 minutes
IP6X. Dust tight IPX6. Protected against heavy jet spray for at least 3 minutes
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