Safety and Product Information BlackBerry Curve 8520 Smartphone
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Contents Important safety precautions........................................................................ 3 Safety information......................................................................................... 7 Electrical safety .............................................................................................. 7 Battery safety and disposal ............................................................................ 9 Device disposal.....................................................
Additional safety guidelines ......................................................................... 17 Compliance information.............................................................................. 21 Exposure to radio frequency signals............................................................. 21 Specific absorption rate data ....................................................................... 23 FCC compliance statement (United States)..................................................
Important safety precautions Before you use your BlackBerry device, it is important that you read the compliance information and the guidelines for the safe use of your BlackBerry device that are found in this guide. To find the latest safety and product information, visit www.blackberry.com/docs/smartphones. Use only approved batteries with your BlackBerry device.
while the BlackBerry device is transmitting. The long term effects of exceeding RF exposure standards might present a risk of serious harm. For more information about the compliance of this BlackBerry device with the FCC RF emission guidelines, visit www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid and search for the FCC ID for your BlackBerry device as listed below: • BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone: FCC ID L6ARCG40GW Do not rely on your BlackBerry device for emergency communications.
Do not put your BlackBerry device in contact with liquids as this might cause a short circuit, a fire or an electric shock. When you use your BlackBerry device speakerphone, never hold the BlackBerry device to your ear. Serious and permanent hearing damage could occur. Exposure to flashing lights on the BlackBerry device can cause epileptic seizures or blackouts and might be dangerous to you or others.
Turn off your BlackBerry device when on an aircraft. Using your BlackBerry device on an aircraft might affect aircraft instrumentation, communication and performance; might 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 inherently safe and cannot be used in the presence of explosive fumes, explosive dust or other explosive chemicals.
Safety information Please read these safety and operating instructions before using the BlackBerry® device or any accessories provided with the device. Keep these instructions for future use. In some countries there may be restrictions on using Bluetooth® enabled and wireless devices with encryption software. Check with your local authorities.
Use the charging accessories provided with the BlackBerry device or any other RIM approved charging accessories only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. Before you use any power supply, 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 programme.
Battery safety and disposal The BlackBerry device contains a removable lithium-ion battery. Do not dispose of either the BlackBerry device or the lithium-ion battery in a fire. Dispose of the lithium-ion battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal of such cell types. The lithium-ion battery might present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, crush or puncture the lithium-ion battery. Do not heat the lithium-ion battery above 140°F (60°C).
battery that RIM specifies for use with your particular BlackBerry device model. Verify that the battery connectors align with the connectors on your BlackBerry device. Device disposal The BlackBerry device should not be placed in household waste bins. Please check local regulations for information about the disposal of electronic products in your area. Safe use guidelines • Do not place heavy objects on the BlackBerry device. • Do not attempt to modify or service 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.
Antenna care 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. Operating and storage temperatures Situate the BlackBerry device or device accessories away from heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Interference with electronic equipment Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals. However, certain electronic equipment might not be shielded against the RF signals from the BlackBerry device. Pacemakers: Consult a physician or the manufacturer of your pacemaker if you have any questions regarding the effect of RF signals on your pacemaker.
Other medical devices: If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if the device is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician might be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Health care facilities: Turn off all wireless connections on the BlackBerry device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.
situations, operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication services, air traffic control and life support or weapons systems. Potentially explosive atmospheres: Turn off all wireless connections on the BlackBerry device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
• • • • • • • the power supply cord, plug or connector is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the BlackBerry device or charging accessory 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 do
About emergency calls and the BlackBerry Mobile Voice System The BlackBerry MVS is not designed or intended to be a replacement for traditional telephone service. Additional arrangements must be made, separate from the BlackBerry MVS, for you to obtain access to traditional fixed or wireless telephone services, such as emergency calling capability.
When taking, processing or using pictures, obey all laws, regulations, procedures and policies, including, without limitation, any copyright, personal privacy, trade secret or security laws which might govern or restrict you while using the BlackBerry device. Honour the personal rights of others. Copyright protections might prevent you from copying, modifying, transferring or forwarding some pictures, music (including ring tones) or other content.
Liquids and foreign objects: Never push objects of any kind into the BlackBerry device or device accessories through openings as this action might cause a short circuit, a fire or electric shock. Do not use the BlackBerry device or device accessories near water (for example, near a bath or a sink, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool). Never spill liquid of any kind on the BlackBerry device or device accessories. Stability: Do not place the BlackBerry device or device accessory on any unstable surface.
Repetitive strain: When using the BlackBerry device, take frequent breaks. If you experience any discomfort in your neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands (including thumbs and fingers) or other parts of the body when using the BlackBerry device, cease use immediately. If discomfort persists, consult a physician. Holster: The BlackBerry device might not come with a holster (body-worn accessory).
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 (RF) signals.
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP), 1998, 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 RF expos
• 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.
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 organisations 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*.
Device SAR (W/kg) for 1g SAR (W/kg) for 10g BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone 1.22 1.02 Device SAR (W/kg) for 1g SAR (W/kg) for 10g BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone 0.83 0.78 Body-worn measurements differ among wireless device and phone models, depending upon available accessories and FCC, IC and The Council of the European Union requirements.
Device FCC ID BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone L6ARCG40GW ___________________________________ * 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.
• • This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
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 The BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone complies with Industry Canada RSS 102, RSS 132, RSS 133, RSS 210, under certification number 2503ARCG40GW. Class B compliance EU regulatory conformance Research In Motion hereby declares that this BlackBerry device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Research In Motion UK Limited 200 Bath Road Slough, Berkshire SL1 3XE United Kingdom If you have a Wi-Fi enabled BlackBerry device, your BlackBerry device may be operated on Wi-Fi networks in all European Union member countries. This equipment may be operated in Turkey.
Device Applicable conformance information • Global Certification Forum Certification Criteria (GCF CC) requirements 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 EEE Directive.
Product information: BlackBerry Curve 8520 smartphone Mechanical properties: • weight: approximately 3.7 oz (106 g) including lithium-ion battery • size (L x W x H): 4.29 x 2.36 x 0.54 in. (109 x 60 x 13.88 mm) • 256 MB flash memory Power specifications: • • • removable, rechargeable lithium-ion cell battery supports 1.
• receiving frequency: GSM 869 to 894 MHz, GSM 925 to 960 MHz, DCS 1805 to 1880 MHz, PCS 1930 to 1990 MHz Wi-Fi network radio specifications: • • wireless LAN standard: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g transmitting and receiving frequency: 2412 to 2472 MHz Bluetooth® radio specifications: • • • 34 single-band support: ISM 2.
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