Most
modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency
(RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment may
not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless
phone.
Pacemakers
Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation
of 20 cm (6 inches) be maintained between a handheld wireless
phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference
with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent
with the independent research by and recommendations of
Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers:
- Should always keep the phone more than 20 cm (6
inches) from their pacemaker when the phone is switched
on;
- Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
- Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize
the potential for interference.
- If you have any reason to suspect that interference
is taking place, switch off your phone immediately.
Hearing aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with
some hearing aids. In the event of such interference,
you may want to consult your service provider.
Other medical devices
Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including
cellular phones, may interfere with the functionality
of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a
physician or the manufacturer of the medical device
to determine if they are adequately shielded from external
RF energy or if you have any questions. Switch off your
phone 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.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately
shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles (e.g.
electronic fuel injection systems, electronic anti-skid
(anti-lock) braking systems, electronic speed control
systems, air-bag systems). Check with the manufacturer
or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should
also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that
has been added to your vehicle.
Posted facilities
Switch your phone off in any facility where posted notices
so require.
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