Safety and Product Information BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930 Smartphones
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Contents Safety information......................................................................................... 5 Important safety precautions......................................................................... 5 Using your device safely.................................................................................. 9 Electrical safety ............................................................................................ 10 Battery safety....................................................
About emergency calls and the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System................ 23 Compliance information.............................................................................. 25 Exposure to radio frequency signals............................................................. 25 Specific absorption rate data........................................................................ 27 FCC compliance statement (United States)..................................................
Legal notice ..................................................................................................
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Safety information Excited to start using your BlackBerry device? Before you get started, read this booklet which contains important safety and regulatory information for your BlackBerry device. Keep this booklet in a safe place so that you can refer to it whenever you need it. In some countries there may be restrictions on using Bluetooth enabled and wireless devices with encryption software. Check with your local authorities for the restrictions in your area.
BlackBerry device and your body while the BlackBerry device is transmitting. Use of body-worn accessories, other than RIM approved holsters with an integrated belt clip, might cause your BlackBerry device to exceed radio frequency exposure standards if the accessories are worn on your body while the BlackBerry device is transmitting. The long term effects of exceeding radio frequency exposure standards might present a risk of serious harm.
Do not rely on your BlackBerry device for emergency communications. The wireless networks that are necessary to make emergency calls or send messages are not available in all areas, and emergency numbers, such as 911, 112, or 999, might not connect you to emergency services in all areas. If you have the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System installed on your BlackBerry device, see the "About emergency calls and the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System" section for more information about emergency calls.
others, any disorientation, loss of awareness, twitching, convulsions, or any involuntary movements, stop using your BlackBerry device immediately and consult a physician. The LED notification light is located on the front of your BlackBerry device, in the upper-right corner. If your BlackBerry device model has a camera, the camera flash LED aperture is located on the back of your BlackBerry device, either above or to the right of the camera lens.
disrupt the network; might otherwise be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, its crew, and its passengers; and might be illegal. BlackBerry devices are not intrinsically safe and cannot be used in the presence of explosive fumes, explosive dust, or other explosive chemicals. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in serious injury, death, or damage to property. Using your device safely • Do not place heavy objects on your BlackBerry device.
• Do not place your BlackBerry device or BlackBerry device accessories on any unstable surface. The BlackBerry device or BlackBerry device accessories could fall, thereby potentially causing serious injury to a person and serious damage to the BlackBerry device or BlackBerry device accessory. • When using your BlackBerry device, take frequent breaks.
Approved charging accessory models for the BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone ASY-18083-001 ASY-18976-003 ASY-24479-002 ASY-24479-003 ASY-24479-004 ASY-28109-001 ASY-28109-003 ASY-31295-002 ASY-31295-003 ASY-31295-004 ASY-31296-001 ASY-31296-003 ASY-38170-003 Approved charging accessory models for the BlackBerry Bold 9930 smartphone ASY-04195-002 ASY-14396-015 ASY-18080-003 ASY-18083-001 ASY-18976-003 ASY-24479-002 ASY-24479-003 ASY-24479-004 ASY-24479-006 ASY-24479-007 ASY-24479-008 ASY-28109-001 ASY-2810
verify that the mains voltage is in accordance with the voltage printed on the power supply. Connect the BlackBerry device only to products that bear the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance program. Do not overload power outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles because this might result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not heat the battery above 140°F (60°C). Heating the battery above 140°F (60°C) could cause the battery to catch fire or explode. Do not allow metal objects to contact the battery terminals. CAUTION: Use only the battery that Research In Motion specifies for use with your particular BlackBerry device model. RIM specifies batteries for use in BlackBerry devices in compliance with IEEE Std 1725-200x. Using any other battery might invalidate any warranty provided with the BlackBerry device.
Research In Motion recommends that you do not use your BlackBerry device while you drive. Instead, consider having a passenger in the vehicle use your BlackBerry device for you, or find a safe location to stop your vehicle before you use your BlackBerry device. Store your BlackBerry device safely before driving your vehicle. Do not use any charging accessory as a means of storing your BlackBerry device while you are in a vehicle.
Carrying solutions: Your BlackBerry device might not come with a holster (body-worn accessory). If you wear your BlackBerry device on your body, always put your BlackBerry device in a BlackBerry device holster equipped with an integrated belt clip supplied or approved by Research In Motion. If you do not use a holster equipped with an integrated belt clip supplied or approved by RIM when you carry your BlackBerry device, keep your BlackBerry device at least 0.59 in.
negatively affect the accuracy of the magnetometer. Do not rely solely on applications that use the magnetometer to determine your location. In an emergency situation, do not rely solely on applications that use the magnetometer. Media Certain jurisdictions might prohibit or restrict your use of certain features on your BlackBerry device.
Antenna Use only the supplied integrated antenna. Unauthorized antenna modifications or attachments could damage the BlackBerry device and might violate U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. Interference with electronic equipment Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency signals. However, certain electronic equipment might not be shielded against the radio frequency signals from your BlackBerry device.
• If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn off all wireless connections on your BlackBerry device immediately. Stop using your BlackBerry device and consult a physician. Hearing aids: Some digital wireless devices might interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, consult your wireless service provider or contact the manufacturer of your hearing aid to discuss alternatives.
and performance, might disrupt the network, might otherwise be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, and might be illegal. With all wireless connections on your BlackBerry device turned off, use only nonradio based device applications in accordance with airline regulations for electronic devices.
Do not use the phone on your BlackBerry device to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Leave the area and, if the phone is available and active on your BlackBerry device, make the call from a safe location. Blasting areas: When in a "blasting area" or an area that indicates that twoway radios should be turned off, to avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off all wireless connections on your BlackBerry device and obey all signs and instructions.
Keep your BlackBerry device or BlackBerry device accessories away from heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. If you are not going to use your BlackBerry device for more than two weeks, turn off the BlackBerry device power and remove the battery. Device cleaning and repair Cleaning: Do not use liquid, aerosol cleaners, or solvents on or near your BlackBerry device or BlackBerry device accessories.
• The BlackBerry device or charging accessory has been exposed to rain or water. • The BlackBerry device or charging accessory becomes very hot to the touch. • The BlackBerry device or charging accessory has been dropped or damaged in any way. • The BlackBerry device or charging accessory does not operate normally by following the instructions in the user documentation. • The BlackBerry device or charging accessory exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Your BlackBerry device should not be placed in household waste bins. Check local regulations for information about the disposal of electronic products in your area. Dispose of the battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal of such cell types.
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Compliance information Exposure to radio frequency signals The BlackBerry device radio is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When the BlackBerry device radio is turned on, it receives and also sends out radio frequency signals.
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP), 2009, Guidelines for Limiting Exposure to Time-Varying Electric, Magnetic, and Electromagnetic fields (up to 300 GHz) • Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU), 1999, Council Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields (0 Hz to 300 GHz) • MIC, 2001, Article 14-2 of the Ordinance for Regulating Radio Equipment To maintain compliance with FCC, IC, MIC, and EU radio
• Use the BlackBerry device in areas where there is a strong wireless signal. The indicator that provides information about the strength of the wireless signal is located in the upper-right corner of the home screen and displays five ascending bars. Three or more bars indicate a strong signal.
when used as directed in the previous section. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The exposure standard for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC/IC is 1.6W/kg*.
Smartphone SAR (W/kg) for 1 g SAR (W/kg) for 10 g BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDE71UW or RDE72UW) 1.19 0.76 BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDV71UW or RDV72UW) 1.13 1.13 BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDY71UW or RDY72UW) 1.12 0.77 BlackBerry Bold 9930 smartphone (model number RDU71CW or RDU72CW) 1.38 0.
of this document. The highest reported body SAR value for this BlackBerry device when clipped on a belt, in a Research In Motion approved holster equipped with an integrated belt clip, is outlined as follows: Smartphone SAR (W/kg) for 1 g SAR (W/kg) for 10 g BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDE71UW or RDE72UW) 1.03 0.90 BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDV71UW or RDV72UW) 0.74 1.24 BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDY71UW or RDY72UW) 0.76 1.
If your BlackBerry device operates in Mobile Hotspot mode, the highest reported body SAR value for this BlackBerry device when clipped on a belt, in a Research In Motion approved holster equipped with an integrated belt clip, is outlined as follows: Smartphone SAR (W/kg) for 1 g BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDE71UW or RDE72UW) 1.27 BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDV71UW or RDV72UW) 1.27 BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDY71UW or RDY72UW) 1.
directed in this section. SAR information on this wireless device model is on file with the FCC and can be found under the Display Grant section of www.fcc.gov/oet/ea after searching for the FCC ID for your BlackBerry device listed below.
___________________________________ * In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile devices used by the public is 1.6W/kg averaged over 1 g of tissue for the body or head (4.0W/kg averaged over 10 g of tissue for the extremities - hands, wrists, ankles, and feet). ** In Europe, the SAR limit for mobile devices used by the public is 2.0W/kg averaged over 10 g of tissue for the body or head (4.0W/kg averaged over 10 g of tissue for the extremities - hands, wrists, ankles, and feet).
CAUTION: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
US Information Concerning the Federal Communications Commission ("FCC") Requirements for Hearing Aid Compatibility with Wireless Devices When wireless devices are used near hearing devices (such as hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some hearing devices are more immune than others to this interference, and wireless devices also vary in the amount of interference that they generate.
the different features of your BlackBerry device thoroughly and in different locations to determine if you hear any interfering noise when using this BlackBerry device with your hearing aid or cochlear implant. Consult your wireless service provider about its return and exchange policies and for information about hearing aid compatibility.
Industry Canada certification This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause interference • This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device The BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDE71UW or RDE72UW) complies with Industry Canada RSS 102, RSS 132, RSS 133, RSSGEN, and RSS 210 under certification number 2503A-RDE70UW.
The maximum antenna gain permitted for BlackBerry devices in the band 5725-5825 MHz shall comply with the EIRP limits specified for point-topoint and non point-to-point operation as appropriate. Be advised that high-power radars are allocated as primary users (i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and that these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.
Smartphone Applicable CE marking BlackBerry Bold 9930 smartphone (model number RDU71CW or RDU72CW) The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 1999/5/EC (HG nr. 88/2003) is available for viewing at the following location in the EU community: www.blackberry.com/go/declarationofconformity.
Additional regulatory conformance Specific details about compliance to the following standards and regulatory bodies for your BlackBerry device may be obtained from Research In Motion: Smartphone BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone (model number RDE71UW, RDE72UW, RDV71UW, RDV72UW, RDY71UW, RDY72UW) BlackBerry Bold 9930 smartphone (model number RDU71CW or RDU72CW) Applicable conformance information • PCS Type Certification Review Board (PTCRB) • Underwriters Laboratories (UL) 60950-1 requirements for Canada an
Smartphone Applicable conformance information • International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60825-1 2007: Safety of Laser Products This BlackBerry device supports the Turkish SMS characters as outlined in ETSI TS 123.038 V8.0.0 (or newer version code) and ETSI TS 123.040 V8.1.0 (or newer version code). This BlackBerry device is in conformity with Turkey’s AEEE Directive.
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Product information: BlackBerry Bold 9900 smartphone Mechanical properties: • weight: approximately 4.6 oz (130 g) including lithium-ion cell battery • size (L x W x H): 4.5 x 2.6 x 0.4 in. (115 x 66 x 10.5 mm) • 768 MB RAM, 8 GB eMMC The following trackpad properties might apply to your BlackBerry device: • • Class 1 laser product maximum radiated power: 0.77 mW Power specifications: • • • removable, rechargeable lithium-ion cell battery supports 3V, 1.
• quad-band support: GSM 850, GSM 900, DCS 1800, PCS 1900 MHz • power class: Class 1 (DCS 1800, PCS 1900), Class 4 (GSM 850) as defined in GSM 5.05, Class 4 (GSM 900) as defined in GSM 02.
• transmitting frequency: GSM 824 to 849 MHz, GSM 880 to 915 MHz, DCS 1710 to 1785 MHz, PCS 1850 to 1910 MHz, UMTS 880 to 915 MHz, UMTS 1710 to 1755 MHz, UMTS 1920 to 1980 MHz • receiving frequency: GSM 869 to 894 MHz, GSM 925 to 960 MHz, DCS 1805 to 1880 MHz, PCS 1930 to 1990 MHz, UMTS 925 to 960 MHz, UMTS 2110 to 2155 MHz, UMTS 2110 to 2170 MHz, A-GPS 1575 MHz, A-GPS E911 1575 MHz Wi-Fi network radio specifications: • wireless LAN standard: IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.
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Product information: BlackBerry Bold 9930 smartphone Mechanical properties: • weight: approximately 4.6 oz (130 g) including lithium-ion cell battery • size (L x W x H): 4.5 x 2.6 x 0.4 in. (115 x 66 x 10.5 mm) • 768 MB RAM, 8 GB eMMC The following trackpad properties might apply to your BlackBerry device: • • Class 1 laser product maximum radiated power: 0.77 mW Power specifications: • • • removable, rechargeable lithium-ion cell battery supports 3V, 1.
• • • • • quad-band support: GSM 850, GSM 900, DCS 1800, PCS 1900 MHz, UMTS 800, UMTS 850, UMTS 1900, UMTS 2100 MHz band networks: UMTS, HSPA+, CDMA2000, 1xEV-DO Rev A, GSM power class: Class 3 (UMTS 2100), Class 3 (UMTS 900), Class 3 (CDMA 800), Class 2 (CDMA 1900), Class 1 (DCS 1800, PCS 1900), Class 4 (GSM 850) as defined in GSM 5.05, Class 4 (GSM 900) as defined in GSM 02.06, Class E2 (GSM 850, GSM 900, DCS 1800, PCS 1900) transmitting frequency: UMTS 1920 to 1980 MHz, UMTS 880 to 915, CDMA 824.
• Bluetooth Class 1 If your device supports NFC technology, the following specifications apply: • • operating frequency: 13.
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