Unimax Communications U673C Mobile phone User Manual Product Overview
Unimax Communications Mobile phone Product Overview
Users Manual
U673C
Quick Start Guide
Product Overview
Remove the back cover
Assemble MicroSD card
Assemble the battery
Assemble the back cover
Getting Started
Turning the phone On/Off
To turn On the phone
1. Press and hold the PWR key for a few seconds.
2. Unlock the screen with your finger.
To turn Off the phone
1. Press and hold the PWR key, select Power Off.
2. Tap OK. The phone will be off in a few seconds.
Unlocking Screen
The screen is locked by default when you turn on the phone. To unlock the screen.
1. Press the PWR key.
2. Up sliding screen to unlock the screen. Draw a pattern if the screen is protected by pattern lock.
Enter a PIN or a password if the screen is locked by a PIN or a password.
Locking screen
To lock the screen, press the PWR key. It is recommended to lock the screen to protect information in
the phone and reduce battery usage.
You can also configure your phone to automatically lock after a certain period of time. Tap → Settings
→ Display → Sleep to set the sleep time from 15 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, 5
minutes, 10 minutes, or 30 minutes.
Using touch screen
All of the functions of the phone, except for power and volume, are performed on the touch screen.
Therefore, it is essential to know how to use the touch screen.
The following finger actions might help you easily understand how to use the touch screen.
Tap: Touch an item (e.g. application or widget) once that appears on the screen with your finger
to run it or access a menu or an option
Double tap: Tap an item twice with your finger
Drag: Tap and hold your finger on an item and move it without losing contact with the screen
Flick: Place a finger on an empty space of the screen and move the screen up or down, or left or
right
Pinch: Place two fingers on the screen and move them apart to zoom in a picture, a document or
a web page, or move them together to zoom out
Select and tap: Tap an item in the list of options available
Press and hold: Press a key or any item for a few seconds until a list of options appears
Cautions:
Do not use sharp tools that can scratch the touch screen.
Do not allow the touch screen to come in contact with chemicals. The screen may malfunction in
chemicals.
Do not sit on the phone: the touch screen can be damaged.
Status bar
The status bar at the top of the screen notifications from various apps,
time, and the states of various devices such as battery status, WLAN status, Signal status and so on.
1. Notification panel displays notification icons to inform you of new
Email, messages, and so on. Slide the panel down to view the
notifications and then tap a notification icon to view details of the
notification.
2. Status panel displays status icons to show the current state of your
phone, such as battery charging progress, alarms, Bluetooth, and so on.
Slide the panel down to access more settings and configuration options.
Screen orientation
For optimal viewing experience, the screen orientation changes
automatically depending on how you hold the phone.
NOTE: To enable or disable auto-rotate, slide down the status panel and
tap the Auto-rotate icon.
Keys and functions
1. Back key
Tap to return to the previous screen and exit the running application.
Tap to close the on-screen keyboard in text input mode.
2. Home key
Tap to return to the main screen.
Tap and hold to open the Google search.
3. Menu key
Tap to open the applications list used recently.
Apps and widgets
Apps: Software that allows you to perform a specific task. Your phone is
preloaded with a variety of applications, and additional applications can
be downloaded from the Play Store.
Widgets: A small application which resides on the home screen and
provides quick and easy access to information.
Connecting to the Internet using WiFi
NOTE: The range and quality of the WiFi signal is affected by the
distance between the phone and the wireless router, the number of
connected devices, infrastructure, and objects through which the signal is transmitted.
1. Tap → Settings→ WIRELESS & NETWORKS→ WiFi.
2. Enable WLAN by moving the slider to On position. The phone scans
for WLAN networks in range.
3. Tap the network you want to connect to.
4. Type a password (if connecting to a secure network) and tap Connect to connect to the selected
WiFi network.
NOTE: To connect to a secured WiFi network, you must provide the security key. If you do not have
the security key, contact the person who
manages your WiFi network or the router manufacturer.
NOTE: To start a new search for available WiFi networks, on the WiFi
screen, tap → Refresh
Connecting to the Internet using mobile broadband
1. Tap Settings→ WIRELESS & NETWORKS→ WiFi, then touch
WiFi to disable it.
2. The phone automatically searches for the carrier signal and connects
to the network.When the phone is connected to a mobile broadband
network, the network type appears in the status bar.
NOTE: On the LTE/HSPA+ models, if both WiFi and mobile broadband networks are available, the
phone gives priority to WiFi connection.
Safety Information
The following list shows how to maintain your phone, together with precautions to take.
Keep your phone and its accessories out of the reach of pets.
Do not allow children to use your phone. If children use the device, make sure that they use the
phone properly.
Maintain your phone in dry conditions and keep it within normal operating temperatures.
Temperatures higher than 55°C (131°F) or lower than -20°C (-4°F) may damage your phone.
Do not try to dry your phone in a microwave oven. If you do, sparks can occur and cause an
explosion or fire.
Do not use or store your phone in dusty or dirty areas.
Do not attempt to disassemble your phone.
Do not drop or cause severe impact to your phone.
Do not use chemical products, cleaning solvents or detergents to clean your phone.
If your phone does not work properly, contact your dealer immediately.
Use only authorized batteries, battery chargers and accessories. Any
malfunction or damage caused by the use of unauthorized batteries, battery chargers and
accessories will void the limited product warranty.Ensure that the battery charger does not come
in contact with conductive objects.
Safety and Use
Please read before proceeding
THE BATTERY IS NOT FULLY CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX. DO NOT
REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK WHEN THE PHONE IS CHARGING. YOUR WARRANTY IS
INVALIDATED IF YOU DISASSEMBLE OR ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE DEVICE.
1. Privacy restrictions
Some countries require full disclosure of recorded telephone conversations, and stipulate that
you must inform the person with whom you are speaking that the conversation is being
recorded. Always obey the relevant laws and regulations of your country when using the
recording feature of your phone.
2. Disclaimers
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understood that Unimax Communications and / or its Affiliates are not responsible for any
use of the Accessed Information or the results arising from such use and that you use such
information at your own risk.
Limitation of damages
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COMMUNICATIONS OR ITS AFFILIATES BE LIABLE TO YOU, ANY USER, OR THIRD PARTY FOR ANY
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND,
ARISING IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INJURY, LOSS
OF REVENUE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF DATA, AND/OR
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THEORY UNDER WHICH THE CAUSE OF ACTION IS BROUGHT. THE FOREGOING DOES NOT AFFECT
ANY STATUTORY RIGHTS WHICH MAY NOT BE DISCLAIMED.
Important health information and safety precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible
legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product safety and operating
instructions. Observe all warnings in the operating instructions on the product.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire and damage to the equipment, observe the
following precautions.
1. Electrical safety
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the designated battery or
power supply unit. Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to
this product.
2. Safety precautions for proper grounding installation
Connecting to improperly grounded equipment can result in an electric
shock to your device.
This product is equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with desktop or
notebook computer. Be sure your computer is properly grounded (earthed)
before connecting this product to the computer. The power supply cord of a
desktop or notebook computer has an equipment grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
3. Safety precautions for power supply unit
1. Use the correct external power source
A product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of power source required, consult
your authorized service provider or local power company. For a product that operates from
battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions that are included with
the product.
This product should be operated only with the following designated power supply unit(s).
Travel charge: Input :100-240V,50/60Hz,
0.15A Output:5V, 750mA
2. Handle battery packs carefully
This product contains a Lithium-ion polymer or Lithium-ion battery. There is a risk of fire
and burns if the battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt to open or service
the battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts or circuits,
dispose of in fire or water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 140°F
(60°C).
Danger of explosion if
battery is incorrectly replaced. To reduce risk of fire or burns,
do not disassemble,crush,puncture, short external contacts, expose to
temperature above 140°F (60°C), or dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with
specified batteries. Recycle or dispose of used batteries according to the local
regulations or reference guide supplied with your product. Do not store
battery in unapproved containers, bags and / or other items. Do not place the
battery in a pocket, backpack, purse or other storage medium.
3. Take extra precautions
• Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a short
circuit. It may also cause an explosion.
• Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the battery or its connectors
as it may lead to short circuit during operation.
• The phone should only be connected to products that bear the USB-IF logo or have
completed the USB-IF compliance program.
• Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or discolored, or the
one that has any rust on its casing, overheats, or emits a foul odor.
• Do not incinerate, dispose of, and / or in anyway keep near a heat source or
fire. This is an explosion hazard.
• Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies, small children and animals to avoid
swallowing of the battery. Consult the doctor immediately if the battery is swallowed.
• Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this
standard, IEEE-Std-172
5-2006. Use of an unqualified battery and / or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion,
leakage or other hazard.
• Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified with the system per this
standard, IEEE-Std-172
5-2006. Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other
hazard.
• Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery is dropped, especially
on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a service center for
inspection.
• If the battery leaks:
• Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or clothing. If already in
contact, flush the affected area immediately with clean water and seek medical
advice.
• Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If already in contact, DO
NOT rub; rinse with clean water immediately and seek medical advice.
• Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there is a danger of
ignition or explosion.
4. Safety precautions for direct sunlight
Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Do not leave
the product or its battery inside a vehicle or in places where the temperature may exceed
140°F (60°C), such as on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind a glass that is exposed to
direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. This may damage the
product, overheat the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.
5. Prevention of hearing loss
Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or
headphones are used at high volume for prolonged
periods of time.
6. Safety in aircraft
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft’s navigation system
and its communications network, using this device’s phone function on board an airplane
is against the law in most countries. If you want to use this device when on board an
aircraft, remember to turn off your RF on your phone by switching to Airplane Mode.
7. Environment restrictions
Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where blasting
operations are in progress, or in potentially explosive atmospheres such as fueling areas,
fuel storehouses, below deck on boats, chemical plants, fuel or chemical transfer or
storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain,
dust, or metal powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas could cause an
explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. This device does not have any
sort of Intrinsically Safe (IS) certifications and should be treated as such.
8. Explosive atmospheres
When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where flammable materials exist,
the product should be turned off and the user should obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in
such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are
advised not to use the equipment at refueling points such as service or gas stations, and are
reminded of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots,
chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive
atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. These include fueling areas, below deck
on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
9. Road safety
Full attention must be given to driving at all times in order to reduce the risk of an accident.
Using a phone while driving (even with a hands free kit) causes distraction and can lead to
an accident. You must comply with local laws and regulations restricting the use of
wireless devices while driving.
10. Safety precautions for RF exposure
• Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example, the steel frame of a building).
• Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources, such as microwave ovens,
sound speakers, TV and radio.
• Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or accessories that do not contain
any metal.
• Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories may violate your local RF
exposure guidelines and should be avoided.
11. Interference with medical equipment functions
This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this device is
forbidden in most hospitals and medical clinics.
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device
to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician
may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas
instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that
could be sensitive to external RF energy.
12. Non-ionizing radiation
Your device has an internal antenna. This product should be operated in its normal-use
position to ensure the radioactive performance and safety of the interference. As with
other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for satisfactory
operation of the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that no
part of the human body be allowed to come too close to the antenna during operation of
the equipment.
Use only the supplied integral antenna. Use of unauthorized or modified antennas
may impair call quality and damage the phone, causing loss of performance and SAR
levels exceeding the recommended limits as well as result in non-compliance with
local regulatory requirements in your country.
To assure optimal phone performance and ensure human exposure to RF energy is within
the guidelines set forth in the relevant standards, always use your device only in its
normal-use position. Contact with the antenna area may impair call quality and cause your
device to operate at a higher power level than needed. Avoiding contact with the antenna
area when the phone is IN USE optimizes the antenna performance and the battery life.
13. Electrical safety
Accessories
• Use only approved accessories.
• Do not connect with incompatible products or accessories.
• Take care not to touch or allow metal objects, such as coins or key rings, to contact or
short circuit the battery terminals.
Connection to a car
Seek professional advice when connecting a phone interface to the vehicle electrical system.
Faulty and damaged products
• Do not attempt to disassemble the phone or its accessory.
• Only qualified personnel must service or repair the phone or its accessory.
14. General precautions
You alone are responsible for how you use your phone and any consequences of its use. You
must always switch off your phone wherever the use of a phone is prohibited. Use of your
phone is subject to safety measures designed to protect users and their environment.
Avoid applying excessive pressure to the device
Do not apply excessive pressure on the screen and the device to prevent damaging them and
remove the device from your pants’ pocket before sitting down. It is also recommended that
you store the device in a protective case and only use the device stylus or your finger when
interacting with the touch screen. Cracked display screens due to improper handling are not
covered by the warranty.
Device getting warm after prolonged use
When using your device for prolonged periods of time, such as when you’re talking on the
phone, charging the battery or browsing the Web, the device may become warm. In most cases,
this condition is normal and therefore should not be interpreted as a problem with the device.
Heed service markings
Except as explained elsewhere in the Operating or Service documentation, do not service any
product yourself. Service needed on components inside the device should be done by an
authorized service technician or provider.
Protect your phone
• Always treat your phone and its accessories with care and keep them in a clean and dust-free
place.
• Do not expose your phone or its accessories to open flames or lit tobacco products.
• Do not expose your phone or its accessories to liquid, moisture or high humidity.
• Do not drop, throw or try to bend your phone or its accessories.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or aerosols to clean the device or its
accessories.
• Do not paint your phone or its accessories.
• Do not attempt to disassemble your phone or its accessories, only authorized personnel must
do so.
• Do not expose your phone or its accessories to extreme temperatures, minimum
-4°F (-20°C) and maximum 122°F (50°C).
• Please check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Please recycle when
available.
• Do not carry your phone in your back pocket as it could break when you sit down. Damage
requiring service
Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service
technician or provider under the following conditions:
• Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen into the product.
• The product has been exposed to rain or water.
• The product has been dropped or damaged.
• There are noticeable signs of overheating.
• The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions.
• Once the battery is removed from OEM packaging, it
needs to be stored inside the battery compartment of
the device
Avoid hot areas
The product should be placed away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Avoid wet areas
Never use the product in a wet location.
Avoid using your device after a dramatic change in temperature
When you move your device between environments with very different temperature
and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the device. To avoid
damaging the device, allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the
device.
NOTICE: When taking the device from low-temperature conditions into a warmer
environment or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow the
device to acclimate to room temperature before turning on power.
Avoid pushing objects into product
Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings in the product.
Slots and openings are provided for ventilation. These openings must not be
blocked or covered.
Air bags
Do not place a phone in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Store
the phone safely before driving your vehicle.
Mounting accessories
Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand, tripod, or bracket. Any
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use
a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
Avoid unstable mounting
Do not place the product with an unstable base.
Use product with approved equipment
This product should be used only with personal computers and options identified as suitable for
use with your equipment.
Adjust the volume
Turn down the volume before using headphones or other audio
devices. Cleaning
Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, but NEVER use water to clean the LCD screen. Small
children
Do not leave your phone and its accessories within the reach of small children or allow them to
play with it. They could hurt themselves or others, or could accidentally damage the phone.
Your phone contains small parts with sharp edges that may cause an injury or which could
become detached and create a choking hazard.
Repetitive motion injuries
To minimize the risk of RSI, when Texting or playing games with your phone:
• Do not grip the phone too tightly
• Press the buttons lightly
• Make use of the special features in the handset which minimize the number of buttons
which have to be pressed, such as message templates and predictive text.
• Take lots of breaks to stretch and relax.
Operating machinery
Full attention must be given to operating the machinery in order to reduce the risk of an
accident.
Loud noise
This phone is capable of producing loud noises which may damage your hearing.
Emergency calls
This phone, like any wireless phone, operates using radio signals, which cannot guarantee
connection in all conditions. Therefore, you must never rely solely on any wireless phone for
emergency communications.
Regulatory agency identifications
1.FCC Regulations:
This mobile phone complies with part 15 of the 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 undesired operation.
This mobile phone has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiated radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures：
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user‘s authority to operate the equipment.
2.RF Exposure Information (SAR)
This mobile phone meets the government’s requirements for exposure to radio waves.
This phone is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio
frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S. Government.
The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known as the
Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC is 1.6W/kg. *Tests for SAR are
conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the phone transmitting at
its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at
the highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well
below the maximum value. This is because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power
levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network. In general, the closer you are to
a wireless base station, the lower the power output.
The highest SAR value for the model phone as reported to the FCC when tested for use at the ear is
1.178 W/kg and when worn on the body, as described in this user guide, is 1.178 W/kg (Body-worn
measurements differ among phone models, depending upon available accessories and FCC
requirements.)
While there may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at various positions,
they all meet the government requirement.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with all reported SAR levels
evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines. SAR
information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant
section of www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid after searching on FCC ID: P46-U673C
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for
use with an accessory that contains no metal and the positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm
from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure
guidelines. If you do not use a body-worn accessory and are not holding the phone at the ear,
position the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from your body when the phone is switched on.
HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY HAC FOR WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS
DEVICES
THIS PHONE HAS A HAC RATING OF M3/T3
WHAT IS HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY?
The Federal Communications Commission has implemented rules and a rating system designed to
enable people who wear hearing aids to more effectively use these wireless telecommunications
devices. The standard for compatibility of digital wireless phones with hearing aids is set forth in
American National Standard Institute (ANSI) standard C63.19. There are two sets of ANSI
standards with ratings from one to four (four being the best rating): an “M” rating for reduced
interference making it easier to hear conversations on the phone when using the hearing aid
microphone, and a “T” rating that enables the phone to be used with hearing aids operating in
the tele-coil mode thus reducing unwanted background noise.
HOW WILL I KNOW WHICH WIRELESS PHONES ARE HEARING AID COMPATIBLE?
The Hearing Aid Compatibility rating is displayed on the wireless phone box.
A phone is considered Hearing Aid Compatible for acoustic coupling (microphone mode) if it has an
“M3” or “M4” rating. A digital wireless phone is considered Hearing Aid Compatible for inductive
coupling (tele-coil mode) if it has a “T3” or “T4” rating.
HOW WILL I KNOW IF MY HEARING AID WILL WORK WITH A PARTICULAR DIGITAL WIRELESS PHONE?
You’ll want to try a number of wireless phones so that you can decide which works the best with your
hearing aids. You may also want to talk with your hearing aid professional about the extent to which
your hearing aids are immune to interference, if they have wireless phone shielding, and whether
your hearing aid has a HAC rating.
FCC Caution.
§ 15.19 Labelling requirements.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this
device does not cause harmful interference.
§ 15.21 Information to user.
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
§ 15.105 Information to the user.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment 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.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations. To comply with RF exposure
requirements, a minimum separation distance of 1.0 cm must be maintained between the user’s
body and the handset, including the antenna. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and similar
accessories used by this device should not contain any metallic components. Body-worn
accessories that do not meet these requirements may not comply with RF exposure
requirements and should be avoided. Use only the supplied or an approved antenna.
FCC Hearing-Ai d Compatibility (HAC)
The U673C has been tested for hearing aid compatibility. This device has an M3 and T3 rating.
When some wireless devices are used near some hearing devices such as hearing aids and
implants, users may detect a buzzing or humming noise. Some hearing devices are more immune
than others to this interference noise. Wireless devices may also vary in the amount of
interference they generate.
The ratings for compatibility of digital wireless devices with hearing aids are described in the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard:
M-Rating: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less
interference with hearing devices than phone that are not labeled. M3 is the better/higher of the
two ratings. U673C is rated M3.
T-Rating: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely be more usable with
hearing devices’ telecoil than unrated phones. T3 is the better/higher of the two ratings.
U673C is rated T3.
The more immune the hearing aid device is, the less likely one is to experience interference noise
from the wireless phone. Hearing aid devices may also be rated. Adding the rating of the hearing
aid and the phone would determine probable usability:
1. Any combined rating equal to or greater than six offers the best use.
2. Any combined rating equal to five is considered normal use.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing device and
hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to interference, you may not be
able to use this device successfully. Trying out this device with your hearing device is the best
way to evaluate it for your personal needs. This device has been tested and rated for use with
hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that it utilizes. However, there may be some
newer wireless technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for use with
hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of this phone thoroughly and in different
locations, using your hearing aid or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering
noise. Consult your service provider or the manufacturer of this phone for information on
hearing aid compatibility.
For information about hearing aids and digital wireless phones
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume Control:
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.html
Gallaudet University, RERC:
https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm
FCC Statement
1. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment 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.
SAR Information Statement
Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is
designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for
exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy set by the Federal
Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. These
limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish
permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The
guidelines are based on standards that were developed by
independent scientific organizations through periodic and
thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards include
a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all
persons, regardless of age and health. The exposure standard for
wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement known
as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by
the FCC is 1.6 W/kg. * Tests for SAR are conducted with the
phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all
tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the
highest certified power level, the actual SAR level of the phone
while operating can be well below the maximum value. This is
because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power
levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network.
In general, the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna,
the lower the power output. Before a phone model is available
for sale to the public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC
that it does not exceed the limit established by the government
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 by the FCC for each model. The highest SAR value
for this model phone when tested for use at the ear is
0.894W/Kg and when worn on the body, as described in this
user guide, is 1.402W/Kg(Body-worn measurements differ
among phone models, depending upon available accessories and
FCC requirements). The maximum scaled SAR in hotspot mode
is 1.402W/Kg. While there may be differences between the SAR
levels of various phones and at various positions, they all meet
the government requirement for safe exposure. The FCC has
granted an Equipment Authorization for this model phone with
all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the
FCC RFexposure guidelines. SAR information on this model
phone is on file with the FCC and can be found under the
Display Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/ oet/fccid after
searching on
FCC ID: P46-U673C Additional information on Specific
Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular
Telecommunications Industry Asso-ciation (CTIA) web-site at
http://www.wow-com.com. * In the United States 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 sub-stantial margin of safety to give additional
protection for the public and to account for any variations in
measurements.
Body-worn Operation
This device was tested for typical body-worn operations. To
comply with RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation
distance of 10mm must be maintained between the user’s body
and the handset, including the antenna. Third-party belt-clips,
holsters, and similar accessories used by this device should not
contain any metallic components. Body-worn accessories that
do not meet these requirements may not comply with RF
exposure requirements and should be avoided. Use only the
supplied or an approved antenna.
HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY HAC FOR WIRELESS
TELECOMMUNICATIONS DEVICES
THIS PHONE HAS A HAC RATING OF M4/T4
WHAT IS HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY?
The Federal Communications Commission has implemented
rules and a rating system designed to enable people who
wear hearing aids to more effectively use these wireless
telecommunications devices. The standard for compatibility
of digital wireless phones with hearing aids is set forth in
American National Standard Institute (ANSI) standard
C63.19. There are two sets of ANSI standards with ratings
from one to four (four being the best rating): an “M” rating
for reduced interference making it easier to hear
conversations on the phone when using the hearing aid
microphone, and a “T”
rating that enables the phone to be used with hearing aids
operating in the tele-coil mode thus reducing unwanted
background noise.
HOW WILL I KNOW WHICH WIRELESS PHONES ARE HEARING AID
COMPATIBLE?
The Hearing Aid Compatibility rating is displayed on the
wireless phone box.
A phone is considered Hearing Aid Compatible for acoustic
coupling (microphone mode) if it has an “M3” or “M4” rating.
A digital wireless phone is considered Hearing Aid Compatible
for inductive coupling (tele-coil mode) if it has a “T3” or “T4”
rating.
HOW WILL I KNOW IF MY HEARING AID WILL WORK WITH A
PARTICULAR DIGITAL WIRELESS PHONE?
You’ll want to try a number of wireless phones so that you
can decide which works the best with your hearing aids. You
may also want to talk with your hearing aid professional about
the extent to which your hearing aids are immune to
interference, if they have wireless phone shielding, and
whether your hearing aid has a HAC rating.
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC)
Regulations forWireless Devices
On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Report and Order inWT Docket 01-
309 modified the exception of wireless phones under the
Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to require
digital wireless phones be compatible with hearing-aids.
The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable accessto
telecommunications services for persons with hearing
disabilities.While some wireless phones are used near
some hearing devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants),
users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise.
Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this
interference noise, and phones also vary in the amount of
interference they generate. The wireless telephone
industry has developed a rating system for wireless phones,
to assist hearing device users find phones that may be
compatible with their hearing devices. Not all phones have
been rated. Phones that are rated have the rating on their
box or a label located on the box. The ratings are not
guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing
device and hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be
vulnerable to interference, you may not be able to use a rated
phone successfully. Trying out the phone with your hearing
device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
M-Ratings: Phones rated M4 meet FCC requirements and are
likely to generate less interference to
hearing devices than phones that are not rated. M4 is the
better/higherofthetworatings. This Phones rated T4 meet FCC
requirements
and are likely to be more usable with a hearing aid’s
telecoil than phones that are not rated.
r hearing aid compatibility with respect to the Wi-Fi
capability. Please power off the Bluetooth function while
devices may also be rated. Your hearing device
manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you
find this rating. Higher ratings mean that the hearing device
is relatively immune to interference noise.
The hearing aid and wireless phone rating values are then
added together. A sum of 5 is considered acceptable for
normal use. A sum of 6 is considered for better use. A sum
of 8 is considered for best use. In the above example, if a
hearing aid meets the M2 level rating and the wireless
phone meets the M3 level rating, the sum of the two values
equal M5. This should provide the hearing aid user with
“normal usage” while using their hearing aid with the
particular wireless phone. “Normal usage” in this context is
defined as a signal quality that is acceptable for normal
operation. This methodology applies equally for T ratings.
The M mark is intended to be synonymous with the U mark.
The T mark is intended to be synonymous with the UT mark.
The M and T marks are
recommended by the Alliance for Telecommunications
Industries Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT
marks are referenced in Section 20.19 of the FCC Rules. The
HAC rating and measurement
procedure are described in the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard. For
information about hearing aids and digital wireless phones
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and
Volume Control:
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.html
Gallaudet University, RERC:
https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm
Your device meets the M4/T4level rating.