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DIGITAL CELLULARTELEPHONESPH-A840User’s ManualPrinted in KoreaCode No. : GH68-00000AEnglish. 4/05. Rev.1.0World Wide Webhttp://www.samsungmobile.comELECTRONICS

Please read this manual before operating your phone, andkeep it for future reference .Important SafetyPrecautionsRead these guidelines before using your wirelessphone. Failure to comply with them may bedangerous or illegal. Road Safety at All TimesDo not use a hand-held phone while driving; park thevehicle first. Switching Off When RefuelingDo not use the phone at a refueling point (servicestation) or near fuels or chemicals.Switching Off in AircraftWireless phones can cause interference. Using themin aircraft is both illegal and dangerous.Switching Off in HospitalsSwitch off your phone near medical equipment.Follow any regulations or rules in force.InterferenceAll wireless phones may be subject to interference,which could affect their performance.Special RegulationsMeet any special regulations in force in any area andalways switch off your phone whenever it isforbidden to use it, or when it may causeinterference or danger (in a hospital for example).

1YOUR PHONE Unpacking ........................................................................................... 4Key Descriptions................................................................................... 5Display ................................................................................................ 6Built-in Antenna..................................................................................... 6GETTING STARTEDCharging a Battery .................................................................................9Switching the Phone On/Off ................................................................ 11CALL FUNCTIONSMaking a Call ......................................................................................12Answering a Call.................................................................................. 17In-Call Options .................................................................................... 18Using Caller ID .................................................................................... 19Viewing Missed Calls ........................................................................... 20Three-Way Calling ............................................................................... 21Call Waiting ........................................................................................ 22Call Forwarding ....................................................................................22Adjusting the Volume........................................................................... 23ENTERING TEXTChanging Text Input Mode ................................................................... 24T9 Mode .............................................................................................. 25Alpha Mode ..........................................................................................26Symbol Mode ...................................................................................... 28Number Mode ..................................................................................... 28Table of ContentsSensible UseUse only in the normal position (held to the ear). Avoidunnecessary contact with the antenna when the phoneis switched on.Emergency CallEnsure the phone is switched on and in service. Key in the emergency number for your present location,then press TALK. If certain feature are in use,deactivate those features before you can make anemergency call. Give all the necessary information asaccurately as possible. Do not cut off the call until givenpermission to do so.Water ResistanceYour phone is not water-resistance. Keep it dry.Accessories and BatteriesUse only Samsung-approved accessories and batteries. Qualified ServiceOnly qualified service personnel may install or repairyour phone.For more detailed safety information, see “Healthand Safety Information” on page 65.

2 3USING THE MENUSAccessing a Menu Functions by Scrolling .............................................. 29Accessing a Menu Functions by Using its Shortcut.................................. 30Your Phone’s Main Menu .................................................................... 31CALL HISTORYMissed Calls (MENU 1-1) ............................................................... 33Outgoing Calls (MENU 1-2) ........................................................... 34Incoming Calls (MENU 1-3) ........................................................... 35Erase History (MENU 1-4) .............................................................. 36CONTACTSFind (MENU 2-1) ........................................................................... 37Add New Entry (MENU 2-2) ........................................................ 39My Phone # (MENU 2-3) ................................................................ 41Speed Dial # (MENU 2-4) ............................................................... 41Group Setting (MENU 2-5) ............................................................ 41Services (MENU 2-6) ...................................................................... 42MESSAGINGSend Message (MENU 3-1).............................................................. 43Text (MENU 3-2) ............................................................................ 43Picture Mail (MENU 3-3)................................................................. 44Voice SMS(MENU 3-4) .................................................................... 44Email (MENU 3-5) .......................................................................... 44Instant Message (MENU 3-6) .......................................................... 44Voicemail (MENU 3-7) .................................................................... 44Settings (MENU 3-8)....................................................................... 44PICTURESCamera (MENU 4-1) ..................................................................... 45My Pictures (MENU 4-2) ............................................................... 45Online Albums (MENU 4-3) ........................................................... 45Order Print (MENU 4-4) ................................................................ 45Account Info (MENU 4-5) .............................................................. 45Cam. Key Guard (MENU 4-6) ....................................................... 45DOWNLOADSGames (MENU 5-1) ...................................................................... 46Ringers (MENU 5-2) ..................................................................... 46Screen Savers (MENU 5-3) ............................................................ 46Applications (MENU 5-4) ............................................................... 48WEB ................................................................................................... 47Launch (MENU 6-1) ...................................................................... 47VOICE MEMORecord (MENU 7-1) ....................................................................... 48Review (MENU 7-2) ...................................................................... 48Erase All (MENU 7-3) .................................................................... 48TOOLSToday (MENU 8-1) ........................................................................ 49Scheduler (MENU 8-2) .................................................................. 49World Time (MENU 8-3) ................................................................. 50Alarm Clock (MENU 8-4) ................................................................ 50Task List (MENU 8-5) .................................................................... 50Memo Pad (MENU 8-6) ................................................................. 51Claculator (MENU 8-7) .................................................................. 51Countdown (MENU 8-8) ................................................................. 52SETTINGDisplay (MENU 9-1) ....................................................................... 54Sounds (MENU 9-2) ...................................................................... 56PCS Vision (MENU 9-3) .................................................................. 59Voice Service (MENU 9-4) ............................................................. 59Security (MENU 9-5) ...................................................................... 60Airplane Mode (MENU 9-6) ........................................................... 63Launch Pad (MENU 9-7) ................................................................ 63Others (MENU 9-8) ........................................................................ 63Phone Info (MENU 9-9) ................................................................ 64HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................ 65APPENDIX ........................................................................................ 81

5MENU : Enters the menu facility.Up/Down Navigation : Adjusts the volume levelor type of incoming calls.Key FunctionsOK :In the menu facility, selects a menu function or stores information that you have entered (such as a name) in the phone memory. In Standby mode, enters the Mail Kit Menu.Key DescriptionsBACK: Deletes characters from the display.In the menu facility, returns to the previousmenu level.TALK : Makes or answers a call.In Standby mode, redials the last outgoingnumber when pressed twice.END: Ends a call. Also switches the phone on andoff when pressed and held. In the menu facility, returns to Standby mode and cancels your input.Volume : During a call, adjusts the voice volume. In Standby mode with the phone open, adjusts the ringer volume.4Your PhoneYYoouurr PPhhoonneeUnpacking•Handset•Battery•DTC•User Manual•CD

76YYoouurr PPhhoonneeYYoouurr PPhhoonneeDisplayLayoutThe display comprises two areas; an upper line of fixedicons, and the lower text and graphic area. Thefollowing icons display at power-on:*: Use this key for the special star calling feature.Key Functions#:Use this key when you make a call to an automate systemm, especially when using teleservices.Key Descriptions (continued...)IconsText andgraphic areaSignal strength : Shows the receivedsignal strength. The greater the number ofbars, the better the signal strength.IconsService: Appears when a call is inprogress.No service indicator: Appears when youare outside a service area. When itappears, you cannot make or receive calls. New voice message: Appears when youhave a new voice message.New text message: Appears when youhave a new text message.Alarm on: Appears when you set an alarm.Roaming: Appears when you are out ofyour home area and have registered with adifferent network (when travelling in othercountries, for example).GPS on: Appears when GPS mode is on.Vibration mode: Appears when a vibrationmode on.Battery strength: Shows the level of yourbattery. The more bars you see, the morepower you have left.

98YYoouurr PPhhoonneeBacklightThe display is illuminated by a backlight. When youpress any key, the backlight illuminates. It turns off if nokey is pressed within a given period of time.Built-in AntennaYour phone has a built-in antenna. As with other mobileradio transmitting equipment, do not touch the antennaunnecessarily when the phone is switched on.Contact with the antenna affects call quality and maycause the phone to operate at a higher power level thanneeded.Getting StartedCharging a BatteryYour phone is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery.A travel adapter is provided with your phone. Use onlyapproved batteries and chargers. Ask your localSAMSUNG dealer for further details.The phone can be used while the battery is charging.Note: You must fully charge the battery before usingyour phone for the first time. 1. Connect the lead from the travel adapter to thebottom of the phone. Check that the arrow on the lead connector is facing towards the front of thephone.2. Connect the adapter to a standard AC wall outlet.The LEDs on the front of the charger indicate the following:- Red indicates that the battery is charging.- Green indicates that the battery is fully charged.- Yellow indicates that the battery is operating at atemperature that is too high or too low, or that somethingis not plugged in correctly. Check the charger and batteryfor proper connections.

11GGeettttiinngg SSttaarrtteeddSwitching the Phone On/Off1. Press the Flip Up button to flip up.2. Hold down END for more than one second to switchthe phone on.When the system locates services, the greeting message displays along with the date and time. If the phone is out of service, the icon appears inthe display. In this case, you cannot place and receivecalls. You can try again later when service isavailable.3. When you wish to switch the phone off, hold downEND for more than two seconds.10GGeettttiinngg SSttaarrtteedd3. When charging is finished, disconnect the adapterfrom the power outlet.Disconnect the adapter from the phone by pressingthe grey tabs on either side of the connector andpulling the connector out.Low Battery IndicatorYou can easily tell if your battery needs to be rechargedby checking the battery strength indicator in theupper-right corner of your phone’s display. The presenceof all three bars indicates a full charge, two barsindicates a smaller charge, and one bar indicates aneven smaller charge. No bars (the battery icon is empty)means your battery must be charged.When the battery charge level gets low, the batterysensor blinks an empty battery icon ( ), sounds atone. If the battery level gets too low, the phone willturn off automatically. Unfortunately, if this happensyou’ll lose whatever you are doing, including droppingyour call. Watch the battery strength icon and make sureyour battery is adequately charged.

13CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnssUsing Call LogPress TALK to access call log in Standby mode.To recall any number of these log, proceed as follows.1. Use the navigation key to scroll through the list untilyou select the required name or number.2. Press TALK to dial the number displayed.Speed DialingOnce you have stored phone numbers in the phone book memory, you can dial them easily whenever you want.You can dial the stored phone number automaticallywithout pressing TALK. See below.One-Touch DialMemory locations 01 through 09 are special one-touch locations. You can dial the phone numbers stored in thePhone Book memory from 01 through 09 simply bypressing one button. Press and hold the third digit of the memory location containing the number to be dialed.For example: Location no. 009Press and hold 9.The number (and name) stored is displayed, then dialed.12Call FunctionsMaking a CallIn Standby mode, key in the area code and phone numberand press TALK .Correcting the NumberTo clear ... Then ....The last digit displayed Press BACK .The whole display Hold down BACK formore than one second.Ending a CallWhen you have finished your call, briefly press END orclose the phone.If you press END, the call time (length of the call)displays briefly and the phone returns to Standby mode.

15CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnssPause DialingWhen you call automated system, like banking services,you are often required to enter a password or accountnumber. Instead of manually entering the numbers eachtime, you can store the numbers in your Phone Book,separated by special characters called pauses.Your phone has two pause dialing methods:• Pause dialing from the Phone Book• Manual pause dialingStoring Pauses in a Phone Book EntryTo store a number in your Phone Book that containspauses:1. Enter the phone number you want to store (such asthe bank’s tele-service phone number).2. Press MENU . The pause menu options display.• ‘P’ pause : The letter ‘P’ displays within the number,meaning that a hard pause will occur at that point inthe calling sequence. Enter digits that need to follow the pause.• ‘T’ pause: The leletter ‘T’ displays in the number, meaning that a “Timed (2 second) pause will occur atthat point in the calling sequence. • Hyphen: Places a hyphen between characters. 14CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnssTwo-Touch DialMemory locations 10 through 99 are special two-touch locations.Press the second digit briefly, then hold down the thirddigit of the memory cell.For example: Location no. 023Press 2 briefly and hold down 3.The number (and name) stored is displayed, then dialed.Three-Touch DialMemory locations 100 through 300 are special three-touch locations.Press the first and the second digit briefly, then holddown the third digit of the memory cell.For example: Location no. 123Press 1 and 2 briefly, then hold down 3. The number (and name) stored is displayed, then dialed.

17CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnssAnswering a CallWhen somebody calls you, the phone rings and thephone icon is displayed in the middle of the externaldisplay.If the caller can be identified, the caller’s phone number(or name if pre-stored in your Phone Book) is displayed.If the caller cannot be identified, only the phone iconappears.1. To answer a call, open the phone. If the phone isalready open, press TALK.2. End the call by closing the phone or pressing END.Note: You can answer a call while using the phonebook or menu features. The current operation will beinterrupted.16CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnss3. Press OK to select an option. Continue entering thenumber and press OK to store the number in your Phone Book.4. Store the number in your Phone Book as you normallywould by pressing OK and following the screenprompts..Pause Dialing from a Stored Phone Book Entry1. Dial the number from the Phone Book.2. Wait for the appropriate prompt for the number (creditcard number, bank account number, etc.). 3. When prompted, press TALK to send the DTMFnumber that follows your hard pause.“SENDING DTMF” flashed on the display and thetransmitted tone sounds.Manual Pause DialingYou can enter pauses manually during the dialingprocess.1. Enter the phone number of the service you want toconnect to (such as a bank’s tele-service phonenumber).2. Press MENU. The pause menu options display.3. Press OK to select an option.4. After connecting, press TALK again to transmit theadditional number at the prompt from the tele-service.

19CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnss18CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnssUsing Caller IDThis feature tells you who is calling you by displayingthe caller’s number when the phone rings. If a caller’sname and number are stored in your Phone Book, thecorresponding name is also displayed. If you callsomeone who has this feature, your phone number willbe displayed on the their phone.Note: Contact your service provider to setup the CallerID service.In-Call OptionsYour phone provides a number of functions that you canuse during a call. You may not utilize all of thesefunctions at all times. Many of the in-call options arenetwork services. Press MENU during a call to access the following in-call options:Phone Book: allows you to access the Phone Bookmenu.Mute/Quit: allows you to switch your phone’s microphone off, so that the other party cannot hear you. Example: You wish to say something to another personin the room but do not want the other party to hear you.Silent/Quit: does not transmit the key tones. It allowsyou to press keys without hearing annoying key tonesduring a call.Send Tel #: Sends the telephone number to the othercaller.My Phone #: shows your phone number.SEND: Sends the DTMF..

21CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnss20CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnssThree-Way CallingThis feature enables you to conduct conference callswith two separate parties at the same time. The phonerecords each party into the Outgoing Calls Log. Also,You are billed airtime for each outgoing call separately. Note: Contact your service provider to activate Three-Way Calling.To place a Three-Way call:1. During a conversation, press TALK. The phone placesthe other party on hold.2. Enter the phone number for the third party, and thenpress TALK . The phone dials the third party.3. When you are connected to the third party, pressTALK again to begin your three-way call.If one of the callers (not you) hangs up, you andremaining caller stay connected. If you initiated the calland you hang up first, all three parties are disconnected.Viewing Missed CallsYour phone keeps a list of calls that you do not answerwhen the phone is on and service is available. Thephone indicates a missed call by displaying a textnotification on the screen. Additionally, if callerinformation is available, the screen displays the phonenumber of the most recent missed call.Press TALK to call the displayed number, or OK to savethe number in Phone Book.Dropped CallsA dropped call can occur during a conversation inresponse to a signal fade or leaving a service area. Inthis case, the call ends and “Call Dropped” displays.Failed CallsA failed call can occur if your phone is out of callingrange or the network is temporarily busy. Your phoneresponds to a failed call by displaying an appropriatemessage: “Call Failed Out of Range” or “Call FailedNetwork Busy.”

23CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnss22CCaallll FFuunnccttiioonnssAdjusting the VolumeDuring a call, if you want to adjust the voice volume,use the volume keys on the left side of the phone. In Standby mode, you can adjust the ring volume usingthe same keys.Call WaitingCall Waiting lets you receive a second call duringconversation. Your phone notifies you of a call waitingby beeping an displaying “Call Waiting.”Your phone provides the option of turning the CallWaiting feature on and off (if you have subscribed to theservice). Call Waiting is on by default in the phone. Ifyou choose to have a undisturbed conversation, simplyturn off the feature for the current call.Note: Contact your service provider to activate the CallWaiting service.To answer a waiting call:1. To answer the call, press TALK . The phone connectsthe calling party, and places the current party on hold.2. Press TALK again to switch between two parties.Note: If you do not respond to a Call Waitingnotification, the phone will forward the call to voicemailor another number that you have set up. Contact yourservice provider for more information. Call ForwardingThis feature provides the option of forwarding incomingcalls to another phone number, even while your phone isoff. Activating Call Forwarding does not affect outgoingcalls made from this phone. Contact your serviceprovider to activate Call Forwarding.

25EEnntteerriinngg TTeexxtt24T9 ModeThe T9 predictive text input mode allows you to enterwords easily with a minimum of key presses. As youpress each key, the phone selects a letter that makes upthe word that it thinks you are typing, based on a built-in dictionary. As a new letter is added, the wordchanges based on the key that you have pressed.1. When you are in the T9 predictive text input mode,start entering a word by pressing keys 2to 9. Presseach key only once for one letter. The word that you are typing appears in the display. Itmay change with each key that you press.2. Enter the whole word before editing or deleting anykeystrokes.3. If the word is correct, start entering the next word. Otherwise, press 0repeatedly to display alternateword choices for the keys that you have pressed. 4. Complete each word with a space by pressing the #key.To type words not found in the T9 mode, change the textinput mode to the ABC mode.To delete letters, press BACK. Press and hold downBACK to erase entire words.Entering TextChanging Text Input ModeWhen using your phone, you will need to enter text atmany times. For example, when storing a name in thePhone Book, creating your personal greeting orscheduling events in your calendar. You can enteralphanumeric characters into your phone by using yourphone’s keypad.When you are prompted to enter text, the current text entrymethod will appear in the bottom of the display as T9, Alpha,Symbol or Number. To change the input mode, press MENUand then press thenavigation key to scroll to the mode you want and press OK.

27EEnntteerriinngg TTeexxtt26EEnntteerriinngg TTeexxttTo shift the case of the next letter(s) that you type, press *one or more times. There are three shift states: LowerCase is indicated by abc in the right corner of thedisplay, Initial Capital is Abc, and Capitals Lock is ABC.The cursor moves to the right when you press a differentkey. When entering the same letter twice (or a differentletter on the same key), just wait for a few seconds forthe cursor to move right automatically, and then selectthe next letter. If you enter a specific word in this mode the first time,the word is automatically added to your phone’sdatabase, and offers the new word as an option for itskeystroke sequence when you are in the T9(English)mode.• Press # to insert a space.• To move the cursor left or right through your text message, press the navigation key.• Press BACK one or more times to clear letters to theleft. Alpha ModeWhen typing in Alpha mode, you should press keylabeled with the required letter:-Once for the first letter-Twice for the second letter-And so on.For example, you press 2 three times quickly to display the letter “C” , 5two times quickly to display theletter “K”. So, this method is called Multi-tap typing.Refer to the table on next page for the list of charactersassigned on each key.. , - ? ! ‘ @ : / 1 AB C2DE F 3GH I 4JK L5MN O 6PQ RS7TU V8WX Y Z 90(Caps Lock mode)List of characters available:Key Characters in the Order Displayed1234567890

2928EEnntteerriinngg TTeexxttSymbol ModeSymbol mode enables you enter symbols into a text message. Press the navigation key to display more symbols up toSet 6.Press keys corresponding to the desired mark, then thephone automatically switches back to the text entrymode used just prior to selecting the Symbol mode.Number ModeNumber mode enables you to enter numbers into a text message. Press keys corresponding to the desired digits,and manually switch back to text entry mode of choice.Using the MenusThe phone offers a range of functions that allows you totailor the phone to your needs. These functions arearranged in menus and submenus.The menus and submenus can be accessed by scrollingor by using the shortcuts.Accessing a Menu Functions by Scrolling1. In Standby mode, press MENU to access the menufacility. Scroll with the navigation key to reach thedesired main menu. Press OK.2. If the menu contains any submenus,find the one youwant by scrolling with the navigation key.Press the OK key to enter the submenu.If the menu you have selected contains submenus,repeat this step.3. Scroll with the navigation key to find the setting ofyour choice. Press the OK key to confirm the chosensetting.Notes:• You can return the previous menu level by pressingBACK.• You can exit the menu without changing the menusettings by pressing END .

31UUssiinngg TThhee MMeennuussMain menu Main menu 1 Main menu 21. Call History 1. Missed Calls2. Outgoing Calls3. Incoming Calls4. Erase History 1. Missed Calls2. Outgoing Calls3. Incoming Calls4. All Calls2. Contacts 1. Find 2. Add New Entry3. My Phone #4. Speed Dial #5. Group setting6. My Phone #7. Services 1. Account Info2. Sprint Customer Care3. Dir Assist3. Messaging 1. Send Message2. Text 3. Picture Mail 4. VoiceSMS5. Email6. Instant Message7. Voicemail8. Settings4. Pictures 1. Camera2. My Pictures 3. Online Albums4. Order Print5. Account Info6. Cam. Key Guard5. Downloads 1. Games2. Ringers3. Screen Savers4. Applications6. Web 1. Launch7. Voice memo 1. Record2. Review3. Erase All8. Tools 1. Today2. Scheduler3. World Time4. Alarm Clock5. Task List6. Memo Pad7. Calculator8. CountdownYour Phone’s Main Menu30UUssiinngg TThhee MMeennuussAccessing a Menu Functions by Using itsShortcutThe menu items (menu, submenus and setting options)are numbered and can be accessed quickly by usingtheir shortcut number. 1. In Standby mode, press MENU to access the mainmenu.2. Within three seconds, key in the first digit of theshortcut number. Repeat this for each digit of theshortcut number.3. Find the setting of your choice pressing the navigationkey and then press OKNote: The numbers assigned to each menu function areindicated on the list on the next page.

3332UUssiinngg TThhee MMeennuussMain menu Main menu 1 Main menu 29. Settings 1. Display 1. Screen Saver2. Slide Show3. Menu style4. Icoming Call5. Greeting6. Backlight7. LCD Contrast8. Service light2. Sounds 1. Ringer Volume2. Ringer Type3. Alerts 4. Key Tone5. Tone Length6. App. Volume3. PCS Vision 1. Enable PCS Vision2. Net Guard3. Update PCS Vision Profile4. Voice Service 1. Launch VSuit2. Settings5. Security 1. Lock Phone2. Lock Pictures3. Change Lock4. Sepcial #5. Lock Services6. Erase 7. Reset Phone8. Reset Picture Account6. Airplane Mode7. Launch Pad 1. Up Key2. Down Key3. Left Key4. Right Key8. Others 1. Apprev.Dial2. Contacts Match3. Restriction4. Call Answer5. Auto Answer6. Language7. Roaming8. Location9. Phone Info 1. Phone Number2. Icon Glossary3. Version4. AdvancedCall HistoryYou can use the Call History menu to:•View and dial the missed, outgoing or incoming numbers. •Erase the numbers in the Call Log memory.Missed Calls Menu 1-1This option lets you view the last 10 calls missed. (if youare subscribed to the caller ID service). When youaccess this menu, the last missed calls are displayed.To... Press ... Select entry navigation keyDial the selected entry TALK View the details OKWhen you press OK, you can view the date/time stampfor the selected entry. If there is a Phone Book match,the name and the label display.Press MENU to access Options. The following optionsare available:Talk: dials the selected number.Show Entry (or Save if the phone number is notcurrently stored in the Phone Book): showsthe phone book entry (or stores thenumber) in the Phone Book.Prepend: allows to add an area code or feature code tothe number before calling the number.

35CCaallll HHiissttoorryyIncoming Calls Menu 1-3This option lets you view the last 10 calls received. (ifyou are subscribed to the caller ID service). When youaccess this menu, the last incoming calls are displayed.To... Press ... Select entry up or down navigation keyDial the selected entry TALKView the details OKWhen you press OK, you can view the date/time stampfor the selected entry. If there is a Phone Book match,the name and the label display.Press MENU to access Options. The following optionsare available:Talk: dials the selected number.Show Entry (or Save if the phone number is notcurrently stored in the Phone Book): showsthe phone book entry (or stores thenumber) in the Phone Book.Prepend: allows to add an area code or feature code tothe number before calling the number.34CCaallll HHiissttoorryyOutgoing Calls Menu 1-2The phone stores up to 10 outgoing calls you dialed.When you access this menu, the list of outgoing calls isdisplayed.To ... Press ... Select an entry up or down naviagiton key Dial the selected entry TALKView the details OKWhen you press OK, you can view the date/time stampfor the selected entry. If there is a Phone Book match,the name and the label display.Press MENU to access Options. The following optionsare available:Talk: dials the selected number.Show Entry (or Save if the phone number is notcurrently stored in the Phone Book): showsthe phone book entry or stores the numberin the Phone Book.Prepend: allows to add an area code or feature code tothe number before calling the number.

37ContactsThe Phone book allows you to store frequently usedphone numbers and the associated names in yourpersonal directory to make it easy for you to make a callwithout having to remember or enter the phone number.You can store up to 500 entries including the voice dialentries.Find Menu 2-1This option allows you to find an entry.Note:You can access this menu by pressing the upnavigation key in Standby mode.1. Press left or right navigation to scroll to the desiredmethod.By Name: enter the character(s) you want with the desired Input mode. Then the phone shows the entries containing that character(s).By Group: Select the group containing the entry youwant to find using left or right navigationkey. The phone lists all entries in theselected group. By Entry: enter the location by pressing the numeric keys. 36CCaallll HHiissttoorryyErase History Menu 1-4You can erase the numbers stored in the Call Logmemory.Missed Calls: The numbers you missed are erased.Outgoing Calls: The numbers you called are erased. Incoming Calls: The numbers you received are erased.All Calls: All calls you dialed and received are erased.

39PPhhoonnee BBooookkCCoonnttaaccttssAdd New Entry Menu 2-2This menu allows you to store a number with a name inyour Phone Book. You can save a person’s variousnumbers, such as workplace number, mobile number andfax number, into one entry. Using this feature, you cankeep someone’s information together. It also helps youto find numbers easily in the Phone Book.Creating a New Entry1. Enter a phone number and press OK. 2. Press OK to add a new entry.3. Select the type to save the phone number using navigation key and press OK. 4. Enter a name and press OK. 5. Highlight the desired option you want to customize byusing the navigation key. The following options areavailable:• Entry: The first available location displays. If necessary, enter the location number using thenumber keys.• Mobile/Home/Office/Pager/Fax/No label: Select the label to edit the number. • No Lable: To enter the desired name. You canenter up to 12 characters.• Speed Dial: To set the speed dial for the number.• E-Mail: To edit the e-mail address.38PPhhoonnee BBooookkCCoonnttaaccttss2. When the desired entry is highlighted, press OK toaccess the entry.3. The phone shows the details on the name. Press TALK to place a call or press MENU to see thefollowing options.Talk: allows you to place a call.Edit: allows you to edit phone number, name, locationnumber, label category and so on. Erase: erases the entry.When the desired entry is highlighted press MENU toaccess the following options:Edit: allows you to edit phone number, name, locationnumber, label category and so on. Erase: erases the number.Add New: allows you to add a new entry.Refer to Add New Entry menu(2-2) for details.

41PPhhoonnee BBooookkCCoonnttaaccttss2. To store the phone number, press OK . 3. To complete storing the number, follow theinstructions in “Creating a New Entry.”My Phone # Menu 2-3This option displays the phone number of the phonebeing used.Speed Dial #s Menu 2-4Once you have stored phone numbers in contacts, youcan dial them quiickly. This option allows you to edit thethe phone number stored in contacts .Group Setting Menu 2-5This option allows you to edit the name of the group andthe ringer type.1. Scan through the list using navigation key.2. Press MENU to show the options and select one of the options, Rename/ Ringer. and then press OK.3. If you select Rename, edit the group name.If you select Ringer, select the ringer type.4. Press OK to save it.40PPhhoonnee BBooookkCCoonnttaaccttss• Group: To set the group containing the entry.• Name Ringer: Select the unique ring type for theentry. By selecting different tones, incoming voicecalls which have caller ID can be distinguishedfrom those that do not. • Birthday: To edit the birthday.• Secret: To set the number in secret, select On. This prevents a number from being displayed or dialled when it is accessed by unautorized user. When you have made the number secret, only a person with your phone’s lock code can view the number.• Image: To set the image.4. Press MENU to edit the setting for the selectedoption.5. Repeat steps 5 to customize another option.6. Press OK to save the entry.After storing, the phone displays the phonebook entry number you saved and the remaining entries you can further store phone numbers.Storing Phone Numbers at Call EndTo store a phone number at your call end:1. Press END to end the call. The call time and thephone number display.

43MessagesSend Message Menu 3-11. Enter the number or e-mail address of the recipient and press OK.2. Enter your message using the keypad. Press theOption soft key. A pop-up menu appears in thedisplay. Also use the navigation key to choose thetext format, or if you wish to Add Media such as apicture, animation, melody, or a canned message.4. Once you’re finished entering your message, pressOK.5. Press the Send soft key. Your message is sent to theintended recipient.Text Menu 3-2You can use following options in this menu : InboxNew messages are stored in your inbox.1. Use the navigation key to highlight the message youwish to view.2. Press OK to view the contents of the message.OutboxYour phone stores messages in Outbox, regardless ofwhether the message was successfully transmittedDraftsDraft messages are those that have been composed butnever sent. You can return to the Draft folder at any timeto view, edit, or send a draft message.42PPhhoonnee BBooookkCCoonnttaaccttssServices Menu 2-6Account Info: allows you to call for accountinformation.Sprint Customer Care: allows you to call SprintCustomer Service.Dir Assit: allows you to call information.

Send MessageYou can send message from Inbox. For further details,see “Send Message” on page 43.Picture Mail Menu 3-3You can send or receive picture mail in this menu.VoiceSMS Menu 3-4You can send or receive Voice SMS in this menu.E-mail Menu 3-5You can access the e-mail server and read or send e-mail messages.Instant Message Menu 3-6You can send or receive Instant message in this menu.Voicemail Menu 3-7When the voice mail list display, press navigation key toscroll to a voice message and press the Select soft keyto review the message.Settings Menu 3-8In this menu, you can preset several options for usingthe messaging feature. 45PicturesCamera Menu 4-1In this menu, you can take a picture. The cameraproduces JPEG pictures.My Pictures Menu 4-2In this menu option, you can review the pictures youhave taken.Online Albums Menu 4-3Using this menu option, you can manage the picturesuploaded to the wireless web page assigned to youfrom the server when you are subscribed to theassociated service.Order Print Menu 4-4In this menu option, you can print the pictures you havetaken. Account Info Menu 4-5Using this menu option, you can change informationabout your web page account. Accessing the Online Albums menu option connectsyour phone to the wireless web. Once you areconnected to the web, the setting options displays.Cam. Key Guard Menu 4-6This option allows you to set the phone to lock camerakey so that a photo will not be taken, even if the key ispressed by mistake when the phone closed.44CCaallll HHiissttoorryyMMeessssaaggeess

47WebYour phone comes equipped with a web browser whichmakes it possible for you to access the wireless web.Launch Menu 6-1In standby mode, press the right navigation key. If thisis the initial launch of Mobile Web, you’re prompted toenable security before proceeding.46DownloadsGames Menu 5-1You can download game.Ringers Menu 5-2You can download melody.Screen Savers Menu 5-3You can download image.Applications Menu 5-4You can download application software.

49ToolsToday Menu 8-1You can schedule up to 9 events for the current dayindicating each event’s start and end time. You can evenhave your phone's calendar alert you before an event isto start. Events scheduled for future dates automaticallyappear on your Today events schedule on that day. Scheduler Menu 8-2This option allows you to view in calendar format thecurrent month, or a past of future month. In this option,the current date is highlighted on the calendar. Dayswith the scheduled events are underlined. Creating a New Event Scroll to the desired date in the calendar using thenavigation keys and volume keys and then pressto confirm the selected date. And schedule a new eventreferring “Today”. Adding, Editing, or Erasing a EventWhen a stored memo is displayed, press MENU toaccess the Options. For further details on Options, refer “Today”.48Voice MemoRecord Menu 7-1You can record up to 30 voice memos in 4 minutes.When recording, a 60-second timer displays and an alertsouds to indicate when recording time expires.When you speak into the phone to record the voicememo, press OK to stop recording.The record finished screen is displayed with thefollowing choices:Review: to review the voice memo. The screen displaysthe length of the recording with the date and time.Rerecord: to rerecord the voice memo.Save: to save the voice memo and add a title.Quit: to quit the voice mem without saving.You can to enter this menu by pressing the rightnavigation key in standby mode.Review Menu 7-2When a list of your stored voice memo displays,scroll to the desired entry and press OK to play thevoice memo.Erase All Menu 7-3This option erases all entries in the Voice Memo list.

51VVooiiccee TToooollssMemo Pad Menu 8-6This feature allows you to write down memos.You can enter up to 60 characters for each memo.If memos are already saved, scroll to the desired item bypressing up or down navigation key.The following options available when you press MENU .Add new: allows you to add a new memo.Edit: allows you to edit a saved memo. Erase: allows you to erase a selected memo. Erase All: allows you to erase memos. After you select an option, press OK . Then follow thescreen prompt.Calculator Menu 8-7Using this feature, you can use the phone as a calculator.The calculator provides the basic arithmetic functions:addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Using the Calculator1. Enter the first number using the numeric keys. 2. Press the navigation key to set the operator for yourcalculation until the required arithmetic symbolappears: + (add), - (subtract), x (multiply), / (divide).3. Enter the second number. 4. To calculate the result, press OK .50VVooiiccee TToooollssWorld Time Menu 8-3This menu allows you to check the current time forGreenwich Mean Time (GMT) and 24 major citiesaround the world: Select the city corresponding to your time zone bypressing the navigation keys one or more times. Thelocal date and time are displayed.Alarm Clock Menu 8-4Your phone has an alarm clock function with threeseparate alarms.Each alarm can be set to go off once, ordaily at a set programmed time. Once you set an alarm,it is easy to change it’s time or to turn it off.1. Select the alarm you want to set by pressing thenavigation key. Your choices are Once, Daily, or Off.2. Press the OK to select the desired alarm.3. Follow the prompts to save the alarm setting ofchoice.4. Press the CLR to return to the previous menu.Task List Menu 8-5This feature allows you to draw up a list of tasks to bedone and assign a priority and deadline to each task.

53TToooollssIf there are more than one items defined in the menu,scroll to the desired item by pressing left or right softkey. The following options are available when you pressMENU.Add new: allows you to create a new item.Edit : allows you to edit the item. Erase : allows you to delete the item.Erase All: allows you to erase all items. After you select an option, press OK . Then follow thescreen prompt.52TToooollss 5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 as many times as required. Each time you change the operator, the previouscalculation is performed and the result is displayed asthe top number in the display.Notes: • To erase any mistakes and clear the display, press CLR.• Use * to enter a decimal point and # to change thesign of a number to a negative (-).Countdown Menu 8-8This menu help you know how much time it takes you todo something, or how many months, days, hours andminutes until a specific day. You can create up to 20Count down timers using this menu. To create a new count down timer;1. Enter a name for your new Count down item andpress OK .2. Enter the date and time that you want to Count downto or from.Notes: You can enter the years between 1980 and2099 for dates.3. Press OK to save the item.If a Count Down timer is already defined when you selectthe Countdown menu option, the defined Count Downtimer is displayed.

55SSeettuuppSSeettttiinnggssBacklightYou have several options for setting how the LCD,keypad backlight operates. Remember that backlight usedrains your battery faster. LCD: allows you to set how long the LCD backlight stayson.Flip up: The backlight comes on when the flip up.30 seconds: The backlight comes on when youpress a key or receive a call andswitches off 30 seconds after the lastkey is pressed.15 seconds: The backlight comes on when youpress a key or receive a call andswitches off 15 seconds after the lastkey is pressed.8 seconds: The backlight comes on when you press a key or receive a call and switches off 8 seconds after the last key is pressed.KeyPad: allows you to set how long the keypadbacklight stays on.Off: The backlight remains off.File up, 30,15, 8 Seconds is same to LCD option.Pwr Save Mode: allows you to set power save modefor display.54SettingsMany different features of your phone can becustomized to suit your preferences.Display Menu 9-1Screen saverYou can select an image to be displayed in idle mode.Slide ShowYou can show pictures or images in slide show.Menu StyleYou can select an menu style to be displayed whenpress MENU key.Incomig CallTo display the picture for all incoming calls. You canselect either With Caller ID or No Caller IDGreetingThe banner option allows you to edit the greetingdisplayed on the standby screen. Enter your greetingusing the alphanumeric keys.

57SSeettuuppRinger TypeThis option allows you to set a unique ring for voicecalls, messages, data/fax, alarm, and planner. Select aunique ring tone for each status. As you change it, itsounds for a few seconds. Note: You can download 5 melodys using PC Link.Voice Calls: allows you to set a unique ring for anincoming voice call. Messages: allows you to have a distinctive ring for avoice mail, page, text message or browsermessage.Schedule: allows you to have a distinctive ring for aplanner alarm.AlertsMinute Beep: With this menu option set to ON, thephone sounds an alert 10 seconds beforeeach elapsed minute to remind you ofthe length of the current call.Service : With this menu option set to ON, the phonebeeps when you exit service area or whenyou return to a service area. Connect: You can set your phone to sound the connecttone when your call is connected to thesystem.Disconnect: You can set your phone to sound thedisconnect tone when your call isdisconnected to the system.SSeettttiinnggss56SSeettuuppSSeettttiinnggss LCD ContrastThis menu allows you to adjust the brightness of theLCD screens.Service lightThis menu allows you to select whether or not theservice light on.Sounds Menu 9-2Ringer Volume This menu option allows you to adjust the ringervolume. Calls: allows you to adjust the ringer volume for theincoming calls.Messages: allows you to adjust the ringer volume forthe messages.Alarms: allows you to adjust the ringer volume for thealarms.Press up or down navigation key to adjust the volume orselect the type. Volume Level: adjust the volume level (the more bars, the louder).Vibrate: switches the phone to vibration mode. An incoming call vibrates the phone.1 Beep: sounds a beep.Off: does not sound the ring.

59SSeettuuppSSeettttiinnggssPCS Vision Menu 9-3To access detailed instructions on using PCS Visionservices, visit www.sprintpcs.com/manage anddownload your phone’s complete User’s Guide.With PCS Vision, you will have access to applicationsthat let you stay in touch with family and friends, havefun, stay informed on the go, and make your phoneunique.Features such as Web access, graphically-enrichedgames, and sending/receiving digital pictures will beavailable on select PCS Phones through the SprintNationwide PCS Network.Voice Service Menu 9-4Adapt DigitsAllows you to further train digit dialing to betterrecognize voice.Reset DigitsAllows you to reset digit dial back to factory defaultrecognition.Set ActiveTalk Only: voice dial activates when you press and holdTALK.Talk and Flip: voice dial activates when the flip up andpress and hold TALK. 58SSeettuuppSSeettttiinnggssKey toneUsing this menu, you can set up the keypad tonethat the phone sounds when you press a key.Tone LengthThe tone length setting enables you to select Short orLong DTMF (dual-tone multi-frequency) tones. Whenyou use a teleservice (such as your bank account) andpress the keys to enter numbers into the teleservice, youare sending DTMF tones. The system used by the bankor other service determines if you need short or longDTMF tones. If the service is digital (which most arethese days) short DTMF will almost always work.However, some new systems and almost all older(analog) systems require you to use long DTMF tones.Many home answering machines require long DTMFtones.App. Volume This menu option allows you to adjust the ringervolume. Volume Level: adjust the volume level (the more bars, the louder).Vibrate: switches the phone to vibration mode. An incoming call vibrates the phone.Silence All: does not sound the ring.

61SSeettttiinnggssLock PicturesWhen the picture is locked, you cannot enter the cameramode until you enter the lock code.Change LockThis feature allows you to change your current lock codeto a new one. The lock code is preset to 0000 at factory.Enter a new, four-digit lock code, then press OK.Special #Your phone provides the option of storing emergencynumbers. All emergency numbers can be manuallydialed at any time even when your phone is locked or alldefault priority numbers are depending on your serviceprovider.To store an emergency number, select a location using anumeric keys or up or down navigation key and enter thedesired number. Each priority number can be up to 32digits long. The number already stored in the location isautomatically deleted when you enter the new number.To make an emergency call in Lock mode, simply enterthe emergency number, then press SEND. 60SSeettttiinnggssChoice ListAllows you to enable or disable the Digit Dial, NameDial, or Name Lookup.HelpYou can get the voice help about how to use the VoiceDial feature.Security Menu 9-5Your phone provides many security options, including a user-programmable lock code and call restrictionfeatures. To access the security menu, you must enter a four-digitlock code. The lock code is preset to 0000 at factory.Lock PhoneWhen the phone is locked, you cannot operate thephone until you enter the lock code. The following options are available:Never: the phone remains unlocked.On power up: the phone locks automatically at thenext time your phone turned on.Now: the phone locks immediately.

63SSeettttiinnggssAirplane Mode Menu 9-6When your phone is in Airplane Mode, it cannot send orreceive any calls or access online information. You maystill use the phone’s other features, such as Games,Memo Pad, Voice Memos, etc. When Airplane Mode isenabled, a message ( phone off ) is displayed on screen.Launch Pad Menu 9-7The Navigation Keys can be used as shortcut keys. Instanby mode, they allow you to access specific menudirectly.To assign a shortcut to a key.1. Select the key to be used as a shortcut key bypressing the navigation keys, and then press the OK key.2.Select the menu to be assigned to the key by pressingthe navigation keys.3. Press the OK key to save the selection.Others Menu 9-8Abbrev. Dial: Sets the abbreviation dialling on or off.Contacts Match: Contacts Match allows you to enterthe last 3-6 digits of a phone number stored in theContacts and press TALK key to dial without having toenter the remaining digits.62SSeettttiinnggssErase ContactsThis menu allows you to erase all the numbers in yourContacts and the voice dial.When a confirmation message displays, press OK toclear the memory.Erase DownloadsThis menu allows you to erase all the downloads in thememory.Erase PicturesThis menu allows you to erase all the pictures in mypictures.Reset PhoneResetting the phone erases all of your saved optionsand returns them to the factory default settings. YourPhone Book, Call Logs, and SMS messages remain.The phone reboots (turns itself off then on), restores thedefault settings, and then returns to Standby mode.Reset Picture AccountResetting the Account Info erases all of your savedoptions and returns them to the factory default settings.

6564SSeettttiinnggssRestriction: Allows you to limit the phone from makingoutgoing calls to only those listed in the phonebook orprogrammed in special #’s.Call Answer: Allows you to determine what actionwill answerFlip up or TALK: You can answer by flipping up orpressing TALK.Flip up Only: You can answer only when the flip up.TALK Only: You can answer only when you press TALK.Auto Answer: With this menu option activated, thephone automatically answers calls after predefinedtime. This option is useful while driving, for instance.Language: Sets the language of voice prompts, menusand key input. Select the desired language by pressing the navigationkey. Location:Your PCS Phone is equipped with a Locationfeature for use in connection with location-basedservices that may be available in the future.Phone Info Menu 9-9Allows you to view phone nubmer, icon glossary, s/wand h/w version and advanced information.Health and Safety InformationExposure to Radio Frequency (RF) SignalsYour wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.It is designed and manufactured not to exceed theemission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF)energy set by the Federal Communications Commission(FCC) of the U.S. Government. These limits are part ofcomprehensive guidelines and establish permittedlevels of RF energy for the general population. Theguidelines are based on the safety standards that weredeveloped by independent scientific organizationsthrough periodic and through evaluation of scientificstudies.The standards include a substantial safety margindesigned to assure the safety of all persons, regardlessof age and health.The exposure standard for wireless phones employs aunit of measurement known as Specific AbsorptionRate (SAR). The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg **In the U.S. and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg)averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to giveadditional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements.

6766SAR tests are conducted using standard operatingpositions specified by the FCC with the phonetransmitting at its highest certified power level in alltested frequency bands. Although the SAR isdetermined at the highest certified power level, theactual SAR level of the phone while operating can bewell below the maximum value. This is because thephone is designed to operate at multiple power levelsso as to use only the power required to reach thenetwork. In general, the closer you are to a wirelessbase station antenna, the lower the power output ofthe phone. Before a new model phone is available for sale to thepublic, it must be tested and certified to the FCC thatit does not exceed the limit established by thegovernment adopted requirement for safe exposure.The tests are performed in positions and locations(e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as required bythe FCC for each model. While there may bedifferences between the SAR levels of various phonesand at various positions, they all meet the governmentrequirement.The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization forthis model phone with all reported SAR levelsevaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposureguidelines. SAR information on this model phone is onfile with the FCC and can be found under the DisplayGrant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid aftersearching on FCC ID printed in the label on the phone.For Body OperationTo maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure require-ments, use only belt-clips, holsters or similar accessories that maintain a 1.5 cm. separation distance between the user's body and the back of the phone, including the antenna. The use of belt-clips, holsters and similar accessories should not contain metallic componentsin its assembly. The use of accessories that do not Tsatisfy these requirements may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, and should be avoided.Non compliance with the above conditions may violateFCC RF exposure guidelines.For more Information concerning exposure to radiofrequency signals, see the following websites:Federal Communications Commission (FCC)http://www.fcc.govCellular Telecommunications Industry Association(CTIA):http://www.wow-com.comU.S.Food and Drug Administration (FDA)http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/consumerWorld Health Organization (WHO)http://www.who.int/peh-emf/en

68Precautions When Using Batteries• Never use any charger or battery that is damagedin anyway.• Use the battery only for its intended purpose.• If you use the phone near the network’s basestation, it uses less power; talk and standby time aregreatly affected by the signal strength on the cellularnetwork and the parameters set by the networkoperator.• Battery charging time depends on the remainingbattery charge, the type of battery and the chargerused. The battery can be charged and dischargedhundreds of times, but it will gradually wear out.When the operation time (talk time and standbytime) is noticeably shorter than normal, it is time tobuy a new battery.• If left unused, a fully charged battery willdischarge itself over time.• Use only Samsung-approved batteries andrecharge your battery only with Samsung-approvedchargers. When a charger is not in use, disconnect itfrom the power source.Do not leave the battery connected to a charger formore than a week, since overcharging may shortenits life.• Extreme temperatures will affect the chargingcapacity of your battery: it may require cooling orwarming first.69• Do not leave the battery in hot or cold places, suchas in a car in summer or winter conditions, as youwill reduce the capacity and lifetime of the battery.Always try to keep the battery at room temperature.A phone with a hot or cold battery may temporarilynot work, even when the battery is fully charged. Li-ion batteries are particularly affected bytemperatures below 0 °C (32 °F).• Do not short-circuit the battery. Accidental short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object (coin, clipor pen) causes a direct connection between the +and – terminals of the battery (metal strips on thebattery), for example when you carry a spare batteryin a pocket or bag. Shortcircuiting the terminals maydamage the battery or the object causing the short-circuiting.• Dispose of used batteries in accordance with localregulations. Always recycle. Do not dispose ofbatteries in a fire.

70Road SafetyYour wireless phone gives you the powerful ability tocommunicate by voice - almost anywhere, anytime.But an important responsibility accompanies thebenefits of wireless phones, on that every user mustuphold.When driving a car, driving is your first responsibility.When using your wireless phone behind the wheel ofa car, practice good common sense and rememberthe following tips:1. Get to know your wireless phone and its featuressuch as speed dial and redial. If available, thesefeatures help you to place your call without takingyour attention off the road.2. When available, use a hands free device. Ifpossible, add an additional layer of convenience andsafety to your wireless phone with one of the manyhands free accessories available today.3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach. Beable to access your wireless phone without removingyour eyes from the road. If you get an incoming callat an inconvenient time, if possible, let your voicemail answer it for you.4. Let the person you are speaking with know you are driving; if necessary, suspend the call in heavy trafficor hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow,ice, and even heavy traffic can be hazardous.5. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving. Jotting down a “to do” list or flippingthrough your address book takes attention away fromyour primary responsibility, driving safely.716. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible,place calls when you are not moving or beforepulling into traffic. Try to plan calls when your carwill be stationary. If you need to make a call whilemoving, dial only a few numbers, check the road andyour mirrors, then continue.7. Do not engage in stressful or emotionalconversations that may be distracting. Make peopleyou are talking with aware you are driving andsuspend conversations that have the potential todivert your attention from the road.8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Dial 9-1-1or other local emergency number in the case of fire,traffic accident or medical emergencies. Remember,it is a free call on your wireless phone! 9. Use your wireless phone to help others inemergencies. If you see an auto accident, crime inprogress or other serious emergency where lives arein danger, call 9-1-1 or other local emergencynumber, as you would want others to do for you.10. Call roadside assistance or a special non-emergency wireless assistance number whennecessary. If you see a broken-down vehicle posingno serious hazard, a broken traffic signal, a minortraffic accident where no one appears injured, or avehicle you know to be stolen, call roadside assistance or other special non-emergency wirelessnumber.

72Operating EnvironmentRemember to follow any special regulations in forcein any area and always switch off your phonewhenever it is forbidden to use it, or when it maycause interference of danger.When connecting the phone or any accessory toanother device, read its user’s guide for detailedsafety instructions. Do not connect incompatibleproducts.As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment,users are advised that for the satisfactory operationof the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it isrecommended that the equipment should only beused in the normal operating position (held to yourear with the antenna pointing over your shoulder).Electronic DevicesMost modern electronic equipment is shielded fromradio frequency (RF) signals. However, certainelectronic equipment may not be shielded againstthe RF signals from your wireless phone.consult the manufacturer to discuss alternatives.PacemakersPacemaker manufacturers recommend that aminimum separation of 6 inches (15 cm) bemaintained between a wireless phone and apacemaker to avoid potential interference with thepacemaker. These recommendations are consistent 73with the independent research by and recommen-dations of Wireless Technology Research.Persons with pacemakers:• Should always keep the phone more than 6inches (15cm) from their pacemaker when thephone is switched on;• Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;• Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker tominimize the potential for interference.• If you have any reason to suspect thatinterference is taking place, switch off yourphone immediately.Hearing AidsSome digital wireless phones may interfere withsome hearing aids. In the event of such interference,you may want to consult your hearing aidmanufacturer to discuss alternatives.Other Medical DevicesIf you use any other personal medical devices,consult the manufacturer of your device to determineif they are adequately shielded from external RFenergy. Your physician may be able to assist you inobtaining this information. Switch off your phone inhealth care facilities when any regulations posted inthese areas instruct you to do so.Hospitals or healthcare facilities may be using equipment that could besensitive to external RF energy.VehiclesRF signals may affect improperly installed orinadequately shielded electronic systems in motorvehicles. Check with the manufacturer or itsrepresentative regarding your vehicle.

74You should also consult the manufacturer of anyequipment that has been added to your vehicle.Posted FacilitiesSwitch off your phone in any facility where postednotices so require.Potentially Explosive AtmospheresSwitch off your phone when in any area with apotentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signsand instrutions. Sparks in such areas could cause anexplosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or evendeath.Users are advised to switch off the phone while at arefueling point (service station). Users are remindedof the need to observe restrictions on the use ofradio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage anddistribution areas), chemical plants or where blastingoperations are in progress.Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere areoften but not always clearly marked. They includebelow deck on boats; chemical transfer or storagefacilities; vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas(such as propane or butane); areas where the aircontains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dustor metal powders; and any other area where youwould normally be advised to turn off your vehicleengine.75Emergency CallsThis phone, like any wireless phone, operates usingradio signals, wireless and landline networks as wellas user-programmed functions which cannot guaranteeconnection in all conditions. Therefore, you shouldnever rely solely upon any wireless phone for essentialcommunications (for example, medical emergencies).Remember, to make or receive any calls the phonemust be switched on and in a service area withadequate signal strength. Emergency calls may not bepossible on all wireless phone networks or whencertain network services and/or phone features are inuse. Check with local service providers.To make an emergency call:1. If the phone is not on, switch it on.2. Key in the emergency number for your presentlocation (for example, 911 or other official emergencynumber). Emergency numbers vary by location.3. Press the <SEND> key.If certain features are in use (keyguard, restrict calls,etc.), you may first need to turn those features offbefore you can make an emergency call. Consult thisdocument and your local cellular service provider.When making an emergency call, remember to give allthe necessary information as accurately as possible.Remember that your phone may be the only means ofcommunication at the scene of an accident - do not cutoff the call until given permission to do so.

76Other Important Safety Information• Only qualified personnel should service thephone, or install the phone in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty which may apply tothe unit.• Check regularly that all wireless phone equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly.• Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases orexplosive materials in the same compartment asthe phone, its parts or accessories.• For vehicles equipped with an air bag, rememberthat an air bag inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including both installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over theair bag or in the air bag deployment area. If invehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.• Switch off your phone before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless phones in aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, and may be illegal.• Failure to observe these instructions may lead tothe suspension or denial of telephone services to the offender, or legal action, or both.77Care and MaintenanceYour phone is a product of superior design andcraftsmanship and should be treated with care. Thesuggestions below will help you to fulfill anywarranty obligations and allow you to enjoy thisproduct for many years. When using your phone,battery, charger, or any accessory:• Keep it and all its parts and accessories out ofsmall children’s reach.• Keep it dry. Precipitation, humidity and liquidscontain minerals that will corrode electroniccircuits.• Do not use or store it in dusty, dirty areas as itsmoving parts can be damaged.• Do not store it in hot areas. High temperaturescan shorten the life of electronic devices, damagebatteries, and warp or melt certain plastics.• Do not store it in cold areas. When the phonewarms up (to its nomal operating temperature),moisture can form inside the phone, which maydamage the phone’s electronic circuit boards.• Do not drop, knock or shake it. Rough handlingcan break internal circuit boards.

78• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, orstrong detergents to clean it. Wipe it with a softcloth slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-watersolution.• Do not paint it. Paint can clog the device’s movingparts and prevent proper operation.• Use only the supplied or an approved replacementantenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications ofattachments could damage the phone and mayviolate regulations governing radio devices.• If the phone, battery, charger, or any accessory isnot working properly, take it to your nearestqualified service facility. The personnel there willassist you, and if neccessary, arrange for service.79Acknowledging Special Precautions and theFCC and Industry Canada NoticeCautionsModifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user'sauthority to operate the equipment. FCC ComplianceInformationThis device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) This device must accept any interference received.Including interference that may cause undesiredoperation. Information to UserThis equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant topart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, thereis no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:

8180• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.Appendix A: CERTIFICATION INFORMATION(SAR)THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’SREQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter andreceiver. It is designed and manufactured not toexceed theemission limits for exposure to radiofrequency(RF) energy set by the FederalCommunications Commission of the U.S.Government.These limits are part of comprehensive guidelinesand establish permitted levels of RF energy for thegeneral population. The guidelines are based onsafety standards that were developed byindependent scientific organizations through periodicand thorough evaluation of scientific studies. Thestandards include a substantial safety margindesigned to assure the safety of all persons,regardless of age and health.The exposure standard for wireless mobile phonesemploys a unit of measurement known as theSpecific Absorption Rate(SAR). The SAR limit set bythe FCC is 1.6 W/kg. SAR Tests are conducted usingstandard operating positions accepted by the FCCwith the phone transmitting at its highest certifiedpower level in all tested frequency bands. Althoughthe SAR is determined at the highest certified powerlevel, the actual SAR level of the phone whileoperating can be well below the maximum value.This is because the phone is designed to operate atmultiple power levels so as to use only the powerrequired to reach the network. In general, the closeryou are to a wireless base station antenna, the lowerthe power output.

8382Before a new model phone is available for sale tothe public, it must be tested and certified to the FCCthat it does not exceed the limit established by thegovernmentadopted requirement for safe exposure.The tests are performed in positions andlocations(e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) asrequired by the FCC for each model.The highest SAR values for this model phone asreported to the FCC are Head: 0.694 W/Kg(CDMA),1.04 (PCS), 0.896 W/Kg(AMPS), Body-worn: 0.664 W/Kg(CDMA),0.353 (PCS),0.815 W/Kg(AMPS). The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization forthis model phone with all reported SAR levelsevaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposureguidelines. SAR information on this model phone ison file with the FCC and can be found under theDisplay Grant section ofhttp://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after searching on FCCID A3LSPHA840.In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit formobile phones used by the public is 1.6watts/kilogram(W/kg) averaged over one gram oftissue.The standard incorporates a substantial margin ofsafety to give additional protection for the public andto account for any variations in measurements.Appendix B: Guide to Safe and ResponsibleWireless Phone UseCellular Telecommunications & Internet Association“Safety is the most important call you will evermake.”A Guide to Safe and Responsible Wireless PhoneUseTENS OF MILLIONS OF PEOPLE IN THE U.S. TODAYTAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE UNIQUE COMBINATIONOF CONVENIENCE, SAFETY AND VALUE DELIVEREDBY THE WIRELESS TELEPHONE. QUITE SIMPLY, THEWIRELESS PHONE GIVES PEOPLE THE POWERFULABILITY TO COMMUNICATE BY VOICE-ALMOSTANYWHERE, ANYTIME-WITH THE BOSS, WITH ACLIENT, WITH THE KIDS, WITH EMERGENCYPERSONNEL OR EVEN WITH THE POLICE. EACHYEAR, AMERICANS MAKE BILLIONS OF CALLSFROM THEIR WIRELESS PHONES, AND THENUMBERS ARE RAPIDLY GROWING.But an important responsibility accompanies thosebenefits, one that every wireless phone user mustuphold. When driving a car, driving is your firstresponsibility. A wireless phone can be an invaluabletool, but good judgment must be exercised at alltimes while driving a motor vehicle-whether on thephone or not.The basic lessons are ones we all learned asteenagers. Driving requires alertness, caution andcourtesy. It requires a heavy dose of basic commonsense-keep your head up, keep your eyes on theroad, check your mirrors frequently and watch out forother drivers. It requires obeying all traffic signs andsignals and staying within the speed limit. It meansusing seatbelts and requiring other passengers to dothe same.

8584• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

8786But with wireless phone use, driving safely means alittle more. This brochure is a call to wireless phoneusers everywhere to make safety their first prioritywhen behind the wheel of a car. Wirelesstelecommunications is keeping us in touch,simplifying our lives, protecting us in emergenciesand providing opportunities to help others in need.When it comes to the use of wireless phones, safetyis your most important call.Wireless Phone “Safety Tips”Below are safety tips to follow while driving andusing a wireless phone which should be easy toremember.1. Get to know your wireless phone and its featuressuch as speed dial and redial. Carefully read yourinstruction manual and learn to take advantage ofvaluable features most phones offer, includingautomatic redial and memory. Also, work tomemorize the phone keypad so you can use thespeed dial function without taking your attention offthe road.2. When available, use a hands free device. Anumber of hands free wireless phone accessories arereadily available today. Whether you choose aninstalled mounted device for your wireless phone ora speaker phone accessory, take advantage of thesedevices if available to you.3. Position your wireless phone within easy reach.Make sure you place your wireless phone withineasy reach and where you can grab it withoutremoving your eyes from the road. If you get anincoming call at an inconvenient time, if possible, letyour voice mail answer it for you.4. Suspend conversations during hazardous drivingconditions or situations. Let the person you arespeaking with know you are driving; if necessary,suspend the call in heavy traffic or hazardousweather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow and ice can behazardous, but so is heavy traffic. As a driver, yourfirst responsibility is to pay attention to the road.5. Do not take notes or look up phone numbers whiledriving. If you are reading an address book orbusiness card, or writing a “to do” list while drivinga car, you are not watching where you are going. It’scommon sense. Don’t get caught in a dangeroussituation because you are reading or writing and notpaying attention to the road or nearby vehicles.6. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible,place calls when you are not moving or beforepulling into traffic. Try to plan your calls before youbegin your trip or attempt to coincide your calls withtimes you may be stopped at a stop sign, red light orotherwise stationary. But if you need to dial whiledriving, follow this simple tip-dial only a fewnumbers, check the road and your mirrors, thencontinue.7. Do not engage in stressful or emotionalconversations that may be distracting. Stressful oremotional conversations and driving do not mix-theyare distracting and even dangerous when you arebehind the wheel of a car. Make people you aretalking with aware you are driving and if necessary,suspend conversations which have the potential todivert your attention from the road.

89888. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Yourwireless phone is one of the greatest tools you canown to protect yourself and your family in dangeroussituationswith your phone at your side, help is onlythree numbers away. Dial 9-1-1 or other localemergency number in the case of fire, trafficaccident, road hazard or medical emergency.Remember, it is a free call on your wireless phone!9. Use your wireless phone to help others inemergencies. Your wireless phone provides you aperfect opportunity to be a “Good Samaritan” in yourcommunity. If you see an auto accident, crime inprogress or other serious emergency where lives arein danger, call 9-1-1 or other local emergencynumber, as you would want others to do for you.10. Call roadside assistance or a special wirelessnonemergency assistance number when necessary.Certain situations you encounter while driving mayrequire attention, but are not urgent enough to merita call for emergency services. But you still can useyour wireless phone to lend a hand. If you see abroken-down vehicle posing no serious hazard, abroken traffic signal, a minor traffic accident whereno one appears injured or a vehicle you know to bestolen, call roadside assistance or other special non-emergency wireless number. Careless, distracted individuals and people drivingirresponsibly represent a hazard to everyone on theroad.Since 1984, the Cellular Telecommunications IndustryAssociation and the wireless industry haveconducted educational outreach to inform wirelessphone users of their responsibilities as safe driversand good citizens. As we approach a new century,more and more of us will take advantage of thebenefits of wireless telephones.And, as we take to the roads, we all have aresponsibility to drive safely.“The wireless industry reminds you to use yourphone safely when driving.”Cellular Telecommunications & Internet AssociationFor more information, please call 1-888-901-SAFE.For updates: http://www.wowcom.com/consumer/issues/driving/articles.cfm?ID=85

9190Appendix C: Consumer Update on WirelessPhonesU.S. Food and Drug Administration1. What kinds of phones are the subject of thisupdate?The term wireless phone refers here to hand-heldwireless phones with built-in antennas, often calledcell, mobile, or PCS phones. These types of wirelessphones can expose the user to measurableradiofrequency energy (RF) because of the shortdistance between the phone and the user s head.These RF exposures are limited by FederalCommunications Commission safetyguidelines that were developed with the advice ofFDA and other federal health and safety agencies.When the phone is located at greater distances fromthe user, the exposure to RF is drastically lowerbecause a person’s RF exposure decreases rapidlywith increasing distance from the source. The so-called “cordless phones,” which have a base unitconnected to the telephone wiring in a house,typically operate at far lower power levels, andthus produce RF exposures well within the FCC’scompliance limits.2. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?The available scientific evidence does not show thatany health problems are associated with usingwireless phones. There is no proof, however, thatwireless phones are absolutely safe. Wirelessphones emit low levels of radiofrequency energy (RF)in the microwave range while being used. They alsoemit very low levels of RF when in the stand-bymode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce healtheffects (by heating tissue), exposure to low levelRF that does not produce heating effects causes noknown adverse health effects. Many studies of lowlevel RF exposures have not found any biologicaleffects. Some studies have suggested that somebiological effects may occur, but such findings havenot been confirmed by additional research. In somecases, other researchers have had difficulty inreproducing those studies, or in determining thereasons for inconsistent results.3. What is FDA’s role concerning the safety ofwireless phones?Under the law, FDA does not review the safety ofradiation-emitting consumer products such aswireless phones before they can be sold, as it doeswith new drugs or medical devices. However, theagency has authority to take action if wirelessphones are shown to emit radiofrequency energy (RF)at a level that is hazardous to the user. In such acase, FDA could require the manufacturers ofwireless phones to notify users of the health hazardand to repair, replace or recall the phones so that thehazard no longer exists.Although the existing scientific data do not justifyFDA regulatory actions, FDA has urged the wirelessphone industry to take a number of steps, includingthe following:Support needed research into possible biologicaleffects of RF of the type emitted by wireless phones;Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes anyRF exposure to the user that is not necessary fordevice function; and Cooperate in providing users ofwireless phones with the best possible informationon possible effects of wireless phone use on humanhealth

9392FDA belongs to an interagency working group of thefederal agencies that have responsibility for differentaspects of RF safety to ensure coordinated efforts atthe federal level. The following agencies belong tothis working group:National Institute for Occupational Safety and HealthEnvironmental Protection Agency FederalCommunications Commission Occupational Safetyand Health Administration NationalTelecommunications and Information AdministrationThe National Institutes of Health participates insome interagency working group activities, as well.FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wirelessphones with the Federal CommunicationsCommission(FCC). All phones that are sold in the United Statesmust comply with FCC safety guidelines that limit RFexposure. FCC relies on FDA and other healthagencies for safety questions about wireless phones.FCC also regulates the base stations that thewireless phone networks rely upon. While thesebase stations operate at higher power than do thewireless phones themselves, the RF exposures thatpeople get from these base stations are typicallythousands of times lower than those they can getfrom wireless phones. Base stations are thus not theprimary subject of the safety questions discussed inthis document.4. What is FDA doing to find out more about thepossible health effects of wireless phone RF?FDA is working with the U.S. National ToxicologyProgram and with groups of investigators around theworld to ensure that high priority animal studies areconducted to address important questions about theeffects of exposure to radiofrequency energy (RF).FDA has been a leading participant in the WorldHealth Organization International ElectromagneticFields (EMF) Project since its inception in 1996. Aninfluential result of this work has been thedevelopment of a detailed agenda of research needsthat has driven the establishment of new researchprograms around the world. The Project has alsohelped develop a series of public informationdocuments on EMF issues.FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & InternetAssociation (CTIA) have a formal CooperativeResearch and Development Agreement (CRADA) todo research on wireless phone safety. FDA providesthe scientific oversight, obtaining input from expertsin government, industry, and academic organizations.CTIA-funded research is conducted through contractsto independent investigators. The initial research willinclude both laboratory studies and studies ofwireless phone users. The CRADA will also include abroad assessment of additional research needs in thecontext of the latest research developments aroundthe world.5. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure toradiofrequency energy from my wireless phone?

9594If there is a risk from these products—and at thispoint we do not know that there is—it is probablyvery small. But if you are concerned about avoidingeven potential risks, you can take a few simple stepsto minimize your exposure to radiofrequency energy(RF). Since time is a key factor in how much exposurea person receives, reducing the amount of time spentusing a wireless phone will reduce RF exposure.If you must conduct extended conversations bywireless phone every day, you could place moredistance between your body and the source of the RF,since the exposure level drops off dramatically withdistance. For example, you could use a headset andcarry the wireless phone away from your body or usea wireless phone connected to a remote antennaAgain, the scientific data do not demonstrate thatwireless phones are harmful. But if you areconcerned about the RF exposure from theseproducts, you can use measures like those describedabove to reduce your RF exposure from wirelessphone use.6. What about children using wireless phones?The scientific evidence does not show a danger tousers of wireless phones, including children andteenagers. If you want to take steps to lowerexposure to radiofrequency energy (RF), themeasures described above would apply to childrenand teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing thetime of wireless phone use and increasing thedistance between the user and the RF source willreduce RF exposure.Some groups sponsored by other nationalgovernments have advised that children bediscouraged from using wireless phones at all. Forexample, the government in the United Kingdomdistributed leaflets containing such arecommendation in December 2000. They noted thatno evidence exists that using a wireless phonecauses brain tumors or other ill effects. Theirrecommendation to limit wireless phone use bychildren was strictly precautionary; it was not basedon scientific evidence that any health hazard exists.7. Do hands-free kits for wireless phones reducerisks from exposure to RF emissions?Since there are no known risks from exposure to RFemissions from wireless phones, there is no reasonto believe that hands-free kits reduce risks. Hands-free kits can be used with wireless phones forconvenience and comfort. These systems reduce theabsorption of RF energy in the head because thephone, which is the source of the RF emissions, willnot be placed against the head. On the other hand, ifthe phone is mounted against the waist or other partof the body during use, then that part of the bodywill absorb more RF energy. Wireless phonesmarketed in the U.S. are required to meet safetyrequirements regardless of whether they areused against the head or against the body. Eitherconfiguration should result in compliance with thesafety limit.8. Do wireless phone accessories that claim to shieldthe head from RF radiation work?

9796Since there are no known risks from exposure to RFemissions from wireless phones, there is no reasonto believe that accessories that claim to shield thehead from those emissions reduce risks. Someproducts that claim to shield the user from RFabsorption use special phone cases, while othersinvolve nothing more than a metallic accessoryattached to the phone. Studies have shown thatthese products generally do not work as advertised.Unlike “hand-free” kits, these so-called “shields”may interfere with proper operation of the phone.The phone may be forced to boost its power tocompensate, leading to an increase in RF absorption.In February 2002, the Federal trade Commission (FTC)charged two companies that sold devices thatclaimed to protect wireless phone users fromradiation with making false and unsubstantiatedclaims. According to FTC, these defendants lacked areasonable basis to substantiate their claim.9. What about wireless phone interference withmedical equipment?Radiofrequency energy (RF) from wireless phones caninteract with some electronic devices. For thisreason, FDA helped develop a detailed test methodto measure electromagnetic interference (EMI) ofimplanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators fromwireless telephones. This test method is now part ofa standard sponsored by the Association for theAdvancement of Medical instrumentation (AAMI).The final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical devicemanufacturers, and many other groups, wascompleted in late 2000. This standard will allowmanufacturers to ensure that cardiac pacemakersand defibrillators are safe from wireless phone EMI.FDA has tested hearing aids for interference fromhandheld wireless phones and helped develop avoluntary standard sponsored by the Institute ofElectrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). Thisstandard specifies test methods and performancerequirements for hearing aids and wireless phonesso that that no interference occurs when a personuses a compatible phone and a compatible hearingaid at the same time. This standard was approved bythe IEEE in 2000.FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phonesfor possible interactions with other medical devices.Should harmful interference be found to occur, FDAwill conduct testing to assess the interference andwork to resolve the problem.10. What are the results of the research donealready?The research done thus far has produced conflictingresults, and many studies have suffered from flawsin their research methods. Animal experimentsinvestigating the effects of radiofrequency energy(RF) exposures characteristic of wireless phones haveyielded conflicting results that often cannot berepeated in other laboratories. A few animal studies,however, have suggested that low levels of RF couldaccelerate the development of cancer in laboratoryanimals. However, many of the studies that showedincreased tumor development used animals that hadbeen genetically engineered or treated with cancer-causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed todevelop cancer in the absence of RF exposure. Otherstudies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22 hoursper day. These conditions are not similar to theconditions under which people use wireless phones,

99so we don t know with certainty what the results ofsuch studies mean for human health.Three large epidemiology studies have beenpublished since December 2000. Between them, thestudies investigated any possible associationbetween the use of wireless phones and primarybrain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acousticneuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland,leukemia, or other cancers. None of the studiesdemonstrated the existence of any harmful healtheffects from wireless phone RF exposures.However, none of the studies can answer questionsabout long-term exposures, since the average periodof phone use in these studies was around threeyears.11. What research is needed to decide whether RFexposure from wireless phones poses a health risk?A combination of laboratory studies andepidemiological studies of people actually usingwireless phones would provide some of the data thatare needed. Lifetime animal exposure studies couldbe completed in a few years. However, very largenumbers of animals would be needed to providereliable proof of a cancer promoting effect if oneexists. Epidemiological studies can provide data thatis directly applicable to human populations, but10 or more years follow-up may be needed to provideanswers about some health effects, such as cancer.This is because the interval between the time ofexposure to a cancer-causing agent and the timetumors develop - if they do - may be many, manyyears. The interpretation of epidemiological studiesis hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RFexposure during day-to-day use of wireless phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as theangle at which the phone is held, or whichmodel of phone is used.12. Which other federal agencies haveresponsibilities related to potential RF healtheffects?Additional information on the safety of RF exposuresfrom various sources can be obtained from thefollowing organizations.FCC RF Safety Program:http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):http://www.epa.gov/radiation/Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s(OSHA):http://www.oshaslc.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.htmlNational Institute for Occupational Safety and Health(NIOSH):http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/emfpg.htmlWorld health Organization (WHO):http://www.who.int/peh-emf/International Commission on Non-Ionizing RadiationProtection:http://www.icnirp.deNational Radiation Protection Board (UK):http://www.nrpb.org.ukUpdated 4/3/2002: US Food and Drug Administrationhttp://www.fda.gov/cellphones