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Maintaining Your Device Peak Performance
There are several simple guidelines to operating your device properly and
maintaining safe, satisfactory service.
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Don’t use the device if the antenna is damaged.
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Speak directly into the mouthpiece.
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Avoid exposing your device and accessories to rain or liquid spills.
If your device does get wet, immediately turn the power off and
remove the battery. If it’s inoperable, return it to a SprintStore or
call PCS Customer Solutions for service.
Note: For the best care of your device, only Sprint authorized personnel
should service your device and accessories. Faulty service may void
the warranty.
Maintaining Safe Use of and Access to
Your Device
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY LEAD TO
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE
Using Your Device While Driving
Talking on your device while driving (or operating the device without a
hands-free device) is prohibited in some jurisdictions. Laws vary as to
specific restrictions. Remember that safety always comes first.
When using your device in the car:
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Get to know your device and its features, such as speed dial
and redial.
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When available, use a hands-free device.
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Position your device within easy reach.
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Let the person you are speaking to know you are driving; if
necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardous
weather conditions.
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Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving.
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Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, place calls when
stationary or before pulling into traffic.
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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 device 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 device is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes of searching, a
Power Save feature is automatically activated. If your device is active, it
periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it yourself by
pressing any key. When a signal is found, your device returns to Standby
mode.
Understanding How Your Device Operates
Your device is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it’s turned
on, it receives and transmits radiofrequency (RF) signals. When you use
your device, 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 Radiofrequency Safety
The design of your device 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) joined in updating
ANSI’s 1982 standard for safety levels with respect to human exposure to
RF signals. More than 120 scientists, engineers and physicians from
universities, government health agencies and industries developed this
updated standard after reviewing the available body of research. In 1993,
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted this updated
standard in a regulation. In August 1996, the FCC adopted hybrid
standard consisting of the existing ANSI/IEEE standard and the
guidelines published by the National Council of Radiation Protection and
Measurements (NCRP).
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