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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.
Individuals 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.
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