BlackBerry RFE70UW GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900, WCDMA/HSDPA Bands (FDD II, IV, V), BT, 802.11 (b/g/n), FM Receiver, GPS Wireless Handset User Manual MAT 51214 001

BlackBerry Limited GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900, WCDMA/HSDPA Bands (FDD II, IV, V), BT, 802.11 (b/g/n), FM Receiver, GPS Wireless Handset MAT 51214 001

Contents

User Manual (Safety and Product Information)

Safety information
Excited to start using your BlackBerry smartphone? Before you get started, read this booklet
which contains important safety and regulatory information for your BlackBerry smartphone. Keep
this booklet in a safe place so that you can refer to it whenever you need it.
In some countries there may be restrictions on using Bluetooth enabled and wireless devices with
encryption software. Check with your local authorities for the restrictions in your area.
To find the latest safety and product information, visit www.blackberry.com/docs/smartphones .
Important safety precautions
Use only approved batteries and chargers with your BlackBerry smartphone. Use
of batteries or chargers that have not been approved by Research In Motion
might present a risk of fire or explosion, which could cause serious harm, death,
or property loss.
Use only RIM approved holsters. Use of holsters that have not been approved by
RIM might, in the long term, present a risk of serious harm.
When you wear the BlackBerry smartphone close to your body, use a RIM
approved holster with an integrated belt clip, or maintain a distance of 0.79 in.
(20 mm) between your BlackBerry smartphone and your body while the
BlackBerry smartphone is transmitting. Use of body-worn accessories, other than
RIM approved holsters with an integrated belt clip, might cause your BlackBerry
smartphone to exceed radio frequency exposure standards if the accessories are
worn on your body while the BlackBerry smartphone is transmitting. The long
term effects of exceeding radio frequency exposure standards might present a
risk of serious harm. For more information about the compliance of this
BlackBerry smartphone with the FCC radio frequency emission guidelines, visit
www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid and search for the FCC ID for your BlackBerry
smartphone listed below. The FCC ID is located on the information sticker on
your BlackBerry smartphone behind the battery. To view the FCC ID, remove the
battery door and the battery.
• BlackBerry Curve 9315 smartphone (model number RFE71UW ): FCC ID
L6ARFE70UW
Do not use your BlackBerry smartphone in surrounding temperatures that exceed
95°F (35°C). Use above this surrounding temperature could cause your
BlackBerry smartphone to become hot, which could result in serious injury,
death, or damage to property.
Do not rely on your BlackBerry smartphone for emergency communications. The
wireless networks that are necessary to make emergency calls or send messages
are not available in all areas, and emergency numbers, such as 911, 112, or 999,
might not connect you to emergency services in all areas. If you have the
BlackBerry Mobile Voice System installed on your BlackBerry smartphone, see
the "About emergency calls and the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System" section for
more information about emergency calls.
Do not disassemble your BlackBerry smartphone. Your BlackBerry smartphone
contains small parts that might be a choking hazard.
Keep your BlackBerry smartphone away from medical devices, including
pacemakers and hearing aids, because they might malfunction and cause serious
harm or death to you or others.
Do not put your BlackBerry smartphone in contact with liquids because this
might cause a short circuit, a fire, or an electric shock.
When you use your BlackBerry smartphone speakerphone, never hold the
BlackBerry smartphone to your ear. Serious and permanent hearing damage
could occur.
Exposure to flashing lights on your BlackBerry smartphone can cause epileptic
seizures or blackouts and might be dangerous to you or others. In the event that
you experience, or your use of your BlackBerry smartphone causes in others, any
disorientation, loss of awareness, twitching, convulsions, or any involuntary
movements, stop using your BlackBerry smartphone immediately and consult a
physician. The LED notification light is located on the front of your BlackBerry
smartphone, in the upper-right corner. If your BlackBerry smartphone model has
a camera, the camera flash LED aperture is located on the back of your
BlackBerry smartphone, either above or to the right of the camera lens. If you are
susceptible to epileptic seizures or blackouts, consult your physician before you
use your BlackBerry smartphone.
Do not use your BlackBerry smartphone while driving unless you are permitted by
law to use the BlackBerry smartphone in hands-free mode. Using your
BlackBerry smartphone while driving could put you and others at greater risk of
an accident causing serious injury, death, or property loss.
Do not use your BlackBerry smartphone in the presence of gas fumes because it
might present a risk of fire or explosion.
Do not dispose of your BlackBerry smartphone in a fire because this might cause
an explosion resulting in serious injury, death, or property loss.
Turn off your BlackBerry smartphone on aircrafts. Using your BlackBerry
smartphone on an aircraft might affect aircraft instrumentation, communication,
and performance; might disrupt the network; might otherwise be dangerous to
the operation of the aircraft, its crew, and its passengers; and might be illegal.
BlackBerry smartphones are not intrinsically safe and cannot be used in the
presence of explosive fumes, explosive dust, or other explosive chemicals. Sparks
in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in serious injury, death, or
damage to property.
Using your smartphone safely
• Do not place heavy objects on your BlackBerry smartphone.
• Do not attempt to modify or service your BlackBerry smartphone.
• Do not attempt to cover or push objects into openings on your BlackBerry smartphone unless
instructed to do so in the BlackBerry smartphone documentation supplied by Research In
Motion. This action might cause a short circuit, a fire, or an electric shock.
• Do not use sharp objects on the screen.
• Do not use excessive force on the screen.
• Do not use your BlackBerry smartphone or BlackBerry smartphone accessories near water (for
example, near a bathtub or a sink, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool).
• Do not place your BlackBerry smartphone or BlackBerry smartphone accessories on any
unstable surface. The BlackBerry smartphone or BlackBerry smartphone accessories could fall,
thereby potentially causing serious injury to a person and serious damage to the BlackBerry
smartphone or BlackBerry smartphone accessory.
• When using your BlackBerry smartphone, take frequent breaks. If you experience any discomfort
in your neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands (including thumbs and fingers), or other parts of the
body when using your BlackBerry smartphone, cease use immediately. If discomfort persists,
consult a physician.
Electrical safety
Charge the BlackBerry smartphone using only the charging accessories provided by or specifically
approved by Research In Motion for use with this BlackBerry smartphone. Any approval from RIM
under this document must be in writing and must be from a person authorized to provide such
approval. Use of any other charging accessory might invalidate any warranty provided with the
BlackBerry smartphone and might be dangerous.
Approved charging accessory models for the BlackBerry Curve 9315 smartphone
ASY-18072-002
ASY-18083-001
ASY-18683-001
ASY-18976-003
ASY-19137-002
ASY-24479-002
ASY-24479-003
ASY-24479-004
ASY-24479-005
ASY-24479-006
ASY-24479-007
ASY-24479-008
ASY-24479-011
ASY-24479-012
ASY-28109-003
ASY-31295-002
ASY-31295-003
ASY-31295-004
ASY-31295-005
ASY-31295-006
ASY-31295-007
ASY-31295-008
ASY-31295-009
ASY-31295-010
ASY-31295-011
ASY-31295-012
ASY-44303-001
ASY-44303-002
ASY-44303-003
ASY-44303-004
ASY-44303-005
ASY-44303-007
ASY-44307-001
ASY-46740-001
ASY-48415-001
Use the charging accessories provided with the BlackBerry smartphone or any other RIM approved
charging accessories only from the type of power supply indicated on the marking label. Before you
use any power supply, verify that the mains voltage is in accordance with the voltage printed on the
power supply. Connect the BlackBerry smartphone only to CTIA certified adapters, products that
bear the USB-IF logo, or products that have completed the USB-IF compliance program.
Do not overload power outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles because this might
result in a risk of fire or electric shock. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord or the plug, pull the
plug rather than the cord when you disconnect the charging accessory from the power outlet or
convenience receptacle.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where the power cord connects to the BlackBerry smartphone. Unplug
charging accessories during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. When you use
your BlackBerry smartphone with any charging accessories, ensure that you route the power cord in
a way that reduces the risk of injury to others, such as tripping or choking. Do not use charging
accessories outside or in any area exposed to the elements.
For more information about inserting the battery and connecting the power supply, see the
documentation that came with your BlackBerry smartphone.
To buy accessories for your BlackBerry smartphone, contact your wireless service provider or visit
www.shopblackberry.com .
Battery safety
Your BlackBerry smartphone contains a removable lithium-ion cell battery.
The battery might present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, crush, or
puncture the battery. If the battery has been disassembled, crushed, or punctured, cease use of the
battery immediately. Do not heat the battery above 140°F (60°C). Heating the battery above 140°F
(60°C) could cause the battery to catch fire or explode. Do not allow metal objects to contact the
battery terminals.
CAUTION: Use only the battery that Research In Motion specifies for use with your particular
BlackBerry smartphone model. RIM specifies batteries for use in BlackBerry smartphones in
compliance with IEEE Std 1725-200x. Using any other battery might invalidate any warranty
provided with the BlackBerry smartphone. In addition, there might be a risk of fire or explosion if you
replace the battery with an incorrect battery type. Please ensure you dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions set out in this safety information booklet.
Children should not handle batteries unless they are supervised by an adult.
When this icon appears on your BlackBerry smartphone, the battery is not inserted
correctly or an invalid battery is inserted. If you inserted the battery that is specified for use with your
particular BlackBerry smartphone model, remove and reinsert the battery. If you inserted an invalid
battery, remove it immediately and insert the battery that RIM specifies for use with your particular
BlackBerry smartphone model. Verify that the battery connectors align with the connectors on your
BlackBerry smartphone.
Driving and walking safely
Give your full attention to driving; driving safely is your first responsibility. You are responsible for
knowing and obeying the laws and regulations regarding the use of wireless devices in the areas
where you drive.
Research In Motion recommends that you do not use your BlackBerry smartphone while you drive.
Instead, consider having a passenger in the vehicle use your BlackBerry smartphone for you, or find
a safe location to stop your vehicle before you use your BlackBerry smartphone.
Store your BlackBerry smartphone safely before driving your vehicle. Do not use any charging
accessory as a means of storing your BlackBerry smartphone while you are in a vehicle. If your
vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not place your BlackBerry smartphone or other objects above
the air bag, or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly stored
or installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
Radio frequency signals might affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic
systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.
If any equipment has been added to your vehicle, you should also consult the manufacturer of that
equipment for information on radio frequency signals.
Do not use your BlackBerry smartphone while walking or engaging in any activity that requires your
full attention. Inattention to vehicular traffic or other pedestrian hazards could result in serious
injury, or damage to property.
Accessories
Use only those accessories approved by Research In Motion. Using any accessories not approved by
RIM for use with this particular BlackBerry smartphone model might invalidate any approval or
warranty applicable to the BlackBerry smartphone, might result in the BlackBerry smartphone
becoming inoperative, and might be dangerous.
Carrying solutions: Your BlackBerry smartphone might not come with a holster (body-worn
accessory). If you wear your BlackBerry smartphone on your body, always put your BlackBerry
smartphone in a BlackBerry smartphone holster equipped with an integrated belt clip supplied or
approved by Research In Motion. If you do not use a holster equipped with an integrated belt clip
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supplied or approved by RIM when you carry your BlackBerry smartphone, keep your BlackBerry
smartphone at least 0.79 in. (20 mm) from your body when the BlackBerry smartphone is
transmitting. When using any data feature of your BlackBerry smartphone (for example, email
messages, PIN messages, MMS messages, or browser service), with or without a USB cable, hold
your BlackBerry smartphone at least 0.79 in. (20 mm) from your body. Using accessories that are
not supplied by or approved by RIM might cause your BlackBerry smartphone to exceed radio
frequency exposure guidelines. For more information about radio frequency exposure, see the
"Compliance information" section of this guide.
Most BlackBerry carrying solutions for BlackBerry smartphones (for example, holsters, totes, and
pouches) incorporate a magnet into the physical structure of the carrying solution. Do not place
items containing magnetic strip components, such as debit cards, credit cards, hotel key cards,
phone cards, or similar items, near BlackBerry carrying solutions that incorporate a magnet into the
physical structure of the carrying solution. The magnet might damage or erase the data stored on
the magnetic strip.
Media
Certain jurisdictions might prohibit or restrict your use of certain features on your BlackBerry
smartphone. When taking, processing, or using pictures, obey all laws, regulations, procedures, and
policies, including, without limitation, any copyright, personal privacy, trade secret, or security laws
which might govern or restrict you while using your BlackBerry smartphone. Honor the personal
rights of others. Copyright protections might prevent you from copying, modifying, transferring, or
forwarding some pictures, music (including ring tones), or other content.
Audio files: Permanent hearing loss might occur if you listen to audio files at high volumes,
particularly with headphones. Avoid increasing the volume of your headphones to block out noisy
surroundings. If you experience ringing in your ears or muffled speech, consult a physician to have
your hearing checked.
Camera: If your BlackBerry smartphone has a camera, do not aim the camera directly at the sun or
any other bright light. This action could cause serious damage to your eyes or damage your
BlackBerry smartphone. When using the camera flash, keep the camera flash LED aperture at least
19.69 in. (50 cm) from the subject's eyes.
Antenna
Use only the supplied integrated antenna. Unauthorized antenna modifications or attachments
could damage the BlackBerry smartphone and might violate U.S. Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) regulations.
Interference with electronic equipment
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency signals. However, certain
electronic equipment might not be shielded against the radio frequency signals from your
BlackBerry smartphone.
Pacemakers: Consult a physician or the manufacturer of your pacemaker if you have any questions
regarding the effect of radio frequency signals on your pacemaker. Verify that you are using your
BlackBerry smartphone in accordance with the safety requirements associated with your particular
pacemaker, which might include the following requirements:
• Always keep your BlackBerry smartphone more than 7.88 inches (20 cm) from the pacemaker
when your BlackBerry smartphone is turned on.
• Do not carry your BlackBerry smartphone in your breast pocket.
• When using the phone on your BlackBerry smartphone, use the ear opposite the pacemaker for
making and receiving calls to minimize the potential interference.
• If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn off all wireless
connections on your BlackBerry smartphone immediately. Stop using your BlackBerry
smartphone and consult a physician.
Hearing aids: Some digital wireless devices might interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of
such interference, consult your wireless service provider or contact the manufacturer of your hearing
aid to discuss alternatives.
Other medical devices: If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of
your device to determine if the device is adequately shielded from external radio frequency energy.
Your physician might be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Health care facilities: Turn off all wireless connections on your BlackBerry smartphone in health
care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health
care facilities might be using equipment that could be sensitive to external radio frequency energy.
Aircraft: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
regulations prohibit using the radio of wireless devices while in the air. Turn off all wireless
connections on your BlackBerry smartphone before boarding an aircraft. The effect of using the
BlackBerry smartphone with wireless connections turned on in an aircraft is unknown. Such use
might affect aircraft instrumentation, communication, and performance, might disrupt the network,
might otherwise be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, and might be illegal. With all wireless
connections on your BlackBerry smartphone turned off, use only nonradio based device applications
in accordance with airline regulations for electronic devices.
Dangerous areas
Your BlackBerry smartphone is not an intrinsically safe device and is not suitable for use in
hazardous environments, where intrinsically safe devices are required, including without limitation,
in presence of gas fumes, explosive dust situations, operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation
or communication services, air traffic control, and life support or weapons systems.
Potentially explosive atmospheres: If you are in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere,
turn off all wireless connections on your BlackBerry smartphone and obey all signs and instructions.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They
include fueling areas such as gasoline or petrol stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical
transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas, such as propane or butane;
areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any
other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Do not use the phone on your BlackBerry smartphone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Leave the area and, if the phone is available and active on your BlackBerry smartphone, make the
call from a safe location.
Blasting areas: When in a "blasting area" or an area that indicates that two-way radios should be
turned off, to avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off all wireless connections on your
BlackBerry smartphone and obey all signs and instructions.
Operating and storage temperatures
Do not use your BlackBerry smartphone in surrounding temperatures that exceed 95°F (35°C). Use
above this surrounding temperature could cause your BlackBerry smartphone to become hot, which
could result in serious injury, or damage to property. Do not store your BlackBerry smartphone in
surrounding temperatures that exceed 86°F (30°C).
Keep your BlackBerry smartphone or BlackBerry smartphone accessories away from heat sources,
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
If you are not going to use your BlackBerry smartphone for more than two weeks, turn off the
BlackBerry smartphone power and remove the battery. Follow the operating and storage
temperatures listed in the following table:
Smartphone operating 32 to 95°F (0 to 35°C)
Smartphone storage 50 to 86°F (10 to 30°C)
Travel charger operating 32 to 95°F (0 to 35°C)
Travel charger storage -22 to 167°F (-30 to 75°C)
Smartphone cleaning and repair
Cleaning: Do not use liquid, aerosol cleaners, or solvents on or near your BlackBerry smartphone or
BlackBerry smartphone accessories. Clean only with a soft dry cloth. Disconnect any cables from
the computer and unplug any charging accessories from the electrical outlet before cleaning either
your BlackBerry smartphone or the charging accessory.
If it is necessary to clean the battery cover on your BlackBerry smartphone, remove the battery
cover carefully and keep your BlackBerry smartphone away from all liquids. Clean the battery cover
with a soft cloth that is dampened with water and mild liquid detergent. Verify that the battery cover
is completely dry before you put it back on your BlackBerry smartphone.
Repair: Do not attempt to disassemble your BlackBerry smartphone or any charging accessory. Only
qualified service personnel should perform repairs to your BlackBerry smartphone. If any of the
following situations occur, disconnect the power supply cables from the computer or electrical outlet
and refer your BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory for service to qualified service
personnel:
• The power supply cord, plug, or connector is damaged
• Liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the BlackBerry smartphone or charging
accessory
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory has been exposed to rain or water
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory becomes very hot to the touch
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory has been dropped or damaged in any way
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory does not operate normally by following the
instructions in the user documentation
• The BlackBerry smartphone or charging accessory exhibits a distinct change in performance
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, adjust only those controls that are covered in the user
documentation for your BlackBerry smartphone. An improper adjustment of other controls might
cause damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore your
BlackBerry smartphone, charging accessory, or any other accessory to normal operation.
Failure to observe all safety instructions contained in the user documentation for your BlackBerry
smartphone will void the Limited Warranty and might lead to suspension or denial of services to the
offender, legal action, or both.
Smartphone and battery disposal
Do not dispose of either your BlackBerry smartphone or the battery in a fire.
Your BlackBerry smartphone should not be placed in household waste bins. Check local
regulations for information about the disposal of electronic products in your area.
Dispose of the battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal of
such cell types.
About emergency calls and the BlackBerry Mobile Voice
System
If you have the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System installed on your BlackBerry smartphone, the
following statements are applicable to you:
Emergency calls to 911, 112, 000, 999, or other internationally recognized numbers intended to
connect to a public safety answering point or similar emergency services are not processed through
the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System, and are only processed from your BlackBerry smartphone
where mobile network coverage is available from a wireless service provider. The BlackBerry MVS is
not designed or intended to be a replacement for traditional telephone service. Additional
arrangements must be made, separate from the BlackBerry MVS, for you to obtain access to
traditional fixed or wireless telephone services, such as emergency calling capability. RIM and its
affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, and employees shall have no responsibility or
liability whatsoever for any personal injury, death, or damages arising out of or in connection with the
inability to access emergency call services (for example, 911, 112, 000, or 999) through the
BlackBerry MVS. By using the BlackBerry MVS Client, you agree to the above. If you do not agree to
the above, remove the BlackBerry MVS Client from your smartphone.
Compliance information
Exposure to radio frequency signals
The BlackBerry smartphone radio is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When the
BlackBerry smartphone radio is turned on, it receives and also sends out radio frequency signals.
The BlackBerry smartphone is designed to comply with Federal Communications Commission
(FCC), Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC), and Industry Canada (IC) guidelines
respecting safety levels of radio frequency exposure for wireless devices, which in turn are
consistent with the following safety standards previously set by Canadian, U.S., and international
standards bodies:
• ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 2005, American National Standards Institute/Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers Standard for Safety Levels with Respect to Human Exposure to Radio
Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz
• National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) Report 86, 1986,
Biological Effects and Exposure Criteria for Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields
• Health Canada, Safety Code 6, 2009, Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency
Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300 GHz
• EN 50360:2001+A1:2012, Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of mobile phones
with the basic restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields (300 MHz to 3
GHz)
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP), 2009, Guidelines for
Limiting Exposure to Time-Varying Electric, Magnetic, and Electromagnetic fields (up to 300
GHz)
• MIC, 2001, Article 14-2 of the Ordinance for Regulating Radio Equipment
To maintain compliance with FCC, IC and MIC radio frequency exposure guidelines when you carry
the BlackBerry smartphone on your body, use only accessories equipped with an integrated belt clip
that are supplied or approved by Research In Motion. Use of accessories that are not expressly
approved by RIM might violate FCC and IC radio frequency exposure guidelines and might void any
warranty applicable to the BlackBerry smartphone. If you do not use a body-worn accessory
equipped with an integrated belt clip supplied or approved by RIM when you carry the BlackBerry
smartphone, keep the BlackBerry smartphone at least 0.79 in. (20 mm) from your body when the
BlackBerry smartphone is transmitting. When using any data feature of the BlackBerry smartphone,
with or without a USB cable, hold the BlackBerry smartphone at least 0.79 in. (20 mm) from your
body. If you use a body-worn accessory not supplied by RIM when you carry the BlackBerry
smartphone, verify that the accessory does not contain metal and keep the BlackBerry smartphone
at least 0.79 in. (20 mm) from your body when the BlackBerry smartphone is transmitting.
To reduce radio frequency exposure consider these safety guidelines:
• Use the BlackBerry smartphone in areas where there is a strong wireless signal. The indicator
that provides information about the strength of the wireless signal is located in the upper-right
corner of the home screen and displays five ascending bars. Three or more bars indicate a strong
signal. A reduced signal display, which might occur in areas such as an underground parking
structure or if you are traveling by train or car, might indicate increased power output from your
BlackBerry smartphone as it attempts to connect to a weak signal.
• Use hands-free operation if it is available and keep the BlackBerry smartphone at least 0.79 in.
(20 mm) from your body when the BlackBerry smartphone is turned on and connected to the
wireless network. For more information about carrying your BlackBerry smartphone, see the
holster information in the "Accessories" section of this document.
• Reduce the amount of time spent on calls.
Specific absorption rate data
THIS WIRELESS DEVICE MODEL MEETS GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO
RADIO WAVES WHEN USED AS DIRECTED IN THIS SECTION.
The BlackBerry smartphone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not
to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government and Industry Canada of the Canadian
Government (IC). These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of
RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by
independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies.
The exposure standard for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific
Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC/IC is 1.6W/kg*. Tests for SAR are conducted
using standard operating positions specified by the FCC/IC with the device transmitting at its highest
certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest
certified power level, the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the
maximum value. This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to
use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base
station antenna, the lower the power output.
Before a wireless device model is available for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to
the FCC and IC that it does not exceed the limit established by the government-adopted requirement
for safe exposure under the recommendations of the International Commission on Non-Ionizing
Radiation Protection (ICNIRP). The tests are performed in positions and locations (for example, at
the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC and IC and for each model.
The highest SAR value for your BlackBerry smartphone model when tested for use at the ear is
outlined as follows:
Smartphone SAR (W/kg) for 1 g
BlackBerry Curve 9315 smartphone (model
number RFE71UW) 1.27
Carrying solutions, including RIM approved carrying solutions and carrying solutions not approved
by RIM, that do not come equipped with an integrated belt clip SHOULD NOT be worn or carried on
the body. For more information regarding the wearing or carrying of this BlackBerry smartphone
without using a RIM approved carrying solution equipped with an integrated belt clip, see the holster
information in the "Accessories" section of this document. The highest reported SAR value for this
BlackBerry smartphone when clipped on a belt, in a Research In Motion approved holster equipped
with an integrated belt clip, is outlined as follows:
Smartphone SAR (W/kg) for 1 g
BlackBerry Curve 9315 smartphone (model
number RFE71UW) 1.41
If your BlackBerry smartphone operates in Mobile Hotspot mode, the highest reported SAR value for
this BlackBerry smartphone when clipped on a belt, in a Research In Motion approved holster
equipped with an integrated belt clip, is outlined as follows:
Smartphone SAR (W/kg) for 1 g
BlackBerry Curve 9315 smartphone (model
number RFE71UW) 1.39
Body-worn measurements differ among wireless device and phone models, depending upon
available accessories and FCC and IC requirements.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this wireless device model with all reported
SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC radio frequency emission guidelines when the
BlackBerry smartphone is used as directed in this section. SAR information on this wireless device
model is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section at www.fcc.gov/oet/
ea after searching for the FCC ID for your BlackBerry smartphone listed below.
Smartphone FCC ID
BlackBerry Curve 9315 smartphone (model
number RFE71UW) L6ARFE70UW
Additional information on SAR can be found on the CTIA - The Wireless Association website at
www.ctia.org . In Japan, additional information on SAR can be found on the Association of Radio
Industries and Businesses (ARIB) website at www.arib-emf.org/index.html , or on the
Telecommunications Bureau of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) website at
www.tele.soumu.go.jp/e/index.htm .
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* In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile devices used by the public is 1.6 watts/
kg (W/kg) averaged over 1 gram of tissue for the body or head (4.0 W/kg averaged over 10 grams of
tissue for the extremities - hands, wrists, ankles and feet). The standard incorporates a substantial
margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in
measurements.
The long-term characteristics or the possible physiological effects of Radio Frequency
Electromagnetic fields have not been evaluated by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL).
FCC compliance statement (United States)
FCC Class B Part 15
This device complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause interference harmful to radio communications.
There is no guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning on and turning off the equipment, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
US Information Concerning the Federal Communications
Commission ("FCC") Requirements for Hearing Aid
Compatibility with Wireless Devices
When wireless devices are used near hearing devices (such as hearing aids and cochlear implants),
users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some hearing devices are more immune
than others to this interference, and wireless devices also vary in the amount of interference that
they generate.
The wireless telephone industry has developed ratings to assist hearing device users in finding
wireless devices that may be compatible with their hearing devices. Not all wireless devices have
been rated. Wireless devices that are rated will have the rating displayed on the box together with
other relevant approval markings.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user's hearing device and hearing
loss. If your hearing device is vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use a rated wireless
device successfully.
Consulting with your hearing health professional and testing the wireless device with your hearing
device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
This BlackBerry smartphone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the
wireless technologies that the BlackBerry smartphone uses. However, other wireless technologies
may be used in this BlackBerry smartphone that have not been tested for use with hearing aids. It is
important to try the different features of your BlackBerry smartphone thoroughly and in different
locations to determine if you hear any interfering noise when using this BlackBerry smartphone with
your hearing aid or cochlear implant. Consult your wireless service provider about its return and
exchange policies and for information about hearing aid compatibility.
How the ratings work
M-Ratings: Wireless devices rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less
interference to hearing devices than wireless devices that are not labeled. M4 is the better or higher
of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Wireless devices rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more usable
with a hearing device's telecoil ("T Switch" or "Telephone Switch") than unrated wireless devices.
T4 is the better or higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in
them.)
Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to this type of interference. Your hearing device
manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find results for your hearing device. The
more immune your hearing aid is, the less likely you are to experience interference noise from
wireless devices.
For more information about the actions that the FCC has taken with regard to hearing aid
compatibility with wireless devices and other steps that the FCC has taken to ensure that individuals
with disabilities have access to telecommunications services, visit www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro .
Industry Canada certification
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following conditions:
• This device may not cause interference.
• This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
The BlackBerry Curve 9315 smartphone (model number RFE71UW) complies with Industry Canada
RSS 102, RSS 132, RSS 133, RSS-139, RSS-GEN, and RSS 210 under certification number 2503A-
RFE70UW.
Class B compliance
This BlackBerry smartphone complies with the Class B limits for radio noise emissions as set out in
the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of Industry
Canada.
Additional regulatory conformance
Specific details about compliance to the following standards and regulatory bodies for your
BlackBerry smartphone may be obtained from Research In Motion:
Smartphone Applicable conformance information
BlackBerry Curve 9315
smartphone (model number
RFE71UW)
• PCS Type Certification Review Board (PTCRB)
• Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 60950-1 requirements for
Canada and the United States
Depending on the trackpad used on your BlackBerry
smartphone, the following standard might also apply:
• International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60825-1
2007: Safety of Laser Products
BlackBerry smartphone product information
Product information: BlackBerry Curve 9315 smartphone
Mechanical
properties • Weight: approximately 3.6 oz (103 g) including lithium-ion cell
battery
• size (L x W x H): 4.3 x 2.4 x 0.5 in. (109 x 60 x 12.7 mm)
• 512 MB RAM, 512 MB eMMC
The following trackpad properties might apply:
• Class 1 laser product
• Maximum radiated power: 0.77 mW
Power specifications • Removable, rechargeable lithium-ion cell battery
• Supports 3V, 1.8V SIM cards
• Micro-USB-compatible port for data synchronization and charging
Mobile network radio
specifications • Tri-band support: UMTS 800, UMTS 850, UMTS 1700, UMTS 1900
• Quad-band support: GSM 850, GSM 900, DCS 1800, PCS 1900 MHz
• Power class: Class 1 (DCS 1800, PCS 1900), Class 4 (GSM 850) as
defined in GSM 5.05, Class 4 (GSM 900) as defined in GSM 02.06,
Class E2 (GSM 850, GSM 900, DCS 1800, PCS 1900), Class 3
(UMTS)
• Transmitting frequency: GSM 824 to 849 MHz, GSM 880 to 915
MHz, DCS 1710 to 1785 MHz, PCS 1850 to 1910 MHz, AWS 1710 to
1755 MHz
• Receiving frequency: GSM 869 to 894 MHz, GSM 925 to 960 MHz,
DCS 1805 to 1880 MHz, PCS 1930 to 1990 MHz, AWS 2110 to 2155
MHz
Wi-Fi network radio
specifications • Wireless LAN standard: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
• Transmitting and receiving frequency: 2.412 to 2.472 GHz
Bluetooth radio
specifications • Single-band support: ISM 2.4 GHz
• Transmitting and receiving frequency: 2402 to 2480 MHz
• Bluetooth Class 1
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