User Manual

14221-1200-2000, Rev. A
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2 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE INFORMATION
2.1 RF ENERGY EXPOSURE AWARENESS, CONTROL INFORMATION,
AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCC OCCUPATIONAL USE
REQUIREMENTS
Before using your mobile two-way radio, read this important RF energy awareness and control
information and operational instructions to ensure compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure
guidelines.
NOTE
This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions, where users have full
knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to meet FCC
limits. This radio device is NOT authorized for general population, consumer, or any
other use.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Harris could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide
communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses RF energy or radio waves to send and
receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other forms include, but are not limited
to, electric power, sunlight, and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be confused with these other
forms of electromagnetic energy, which, when used improperly, can cause biological damage. Very high
levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic material.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop
standards for exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF exposure for
both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include substantial margins
of protection. All two-way radios marketed in North America are designed, manufactured, and tested to
ensure they meet government established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend
specific operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they
inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it. Please refer
to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how to control your
exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits.
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
http://www.osha.gov./SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
2.1.1 Federal Communications Commission Regulations
Your Harris Unity mobile two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with the FCC RF energy
exposure limits for mobile two-way radios before it can be marketed in the United States. When two-way
radios are used as a consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to
control their exposure to meet occupational requirements. Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the
use of a label directing users to specific user awareness information. Your Harris Unity two-way radio has
an RF exposure product label. Also, your Unity Installation and Operator’s Manuals include information
and operating instructions required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements.