User's Manual

56 Regulatory and safety information
Acoustics Warning
WARNING! Listening to this device at high volume levels and for extended
durations may damage your hearing. In order to reduce the risk of damage to
hearing, you should lower the volume to a safe, comfortable level, and reduce the
amount of time listening at high levels.
For your own safety, before using headsets or earphones, always reset the
volume. Some headphones are louder than other headphones, even if the volume
control setting is the same.
Changing the default audio or equalizer settings might lead to higher volume and should
only be done with caution.
HP recommends using the headset delivered with your device or offered through HP as
aftermarket options that are in compliance with EN 50332-1 and EN 50332-2.
General Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION. Read this
information before using your device. For the safe and efficient operation of your device,
observe these guidelines:
Potentially explosive atmospheres: Turn off your device when you are in any areas with a
potentially explosive atmosphere, such as fueling areas (gas or petrol stations, below deck
on boats), storage facilities for fuel or chemicals, blasting areas and areas near electrical
blasting caps, and areas where there are chemicals or particles (such as metal powders,
grains, and dust) in the air.
Interference to medical and personal electronic devices: Most but not all electronic
equipment is shielded from RF signals and certain electronic equipment may not be shielded
against the RF signals from your smartphone.
Pacemakers: The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum
separation of 15 centimeters be maintained between a device and a pacemaker to avoid
potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the
independent research by the recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers should do the following:
• ALWAYS keep the device more than 15 centimeters from their pacemaker when the device
is turned ON.
• Not carry the device in a breast pocket.
• Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.
• Turn the phone OFF immediately if they have any reason to suspect that interference is
taking place.
Audio safety: This device is capable of producing loud noises which may damage your
hearing. Music players and mobile devices, at high volume settings for long durations, may
lead to permanent noise-induced hearing loss. When using the speakerphone feature, it is
recommended that you place your device at a safe distance from your ear.
Other medical devices, hospitals: If you use any other personal medical device, consult the
manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF
energy. Your doctor may be able to assist you in obtaining this information. Turn your device
OFF 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.
Repetitive motion injuries: When using the keyboard or playing games on your device, you
may experience discomfort in your neck, shoulders, hands, arms, or other parts of the body.
To avoid injuries such as tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or other musculoskeletal
disorder, make sure to take necessary breaks from use, take longer rests (such as several
hours) if discomfort or tiring begins, and see a doctor if discomfort persists.
To minimize the risk of Repetitive Motion Injuries, when texting or playing games with your
device: Make sure to take lots of breaks to stretch and relax.
Operating machinery: Do not use your device while operating machinery. Full attention must
be given to operating the machinery in order to reduce the risk of an accident.
Vehicles with air bags: Your device should not be placed in a position that would affect the
operation of air bag deployment or in a position that could propel the device should the air
bag inflate. Air bags will inflate with great force and care should be taken to protect yourself
and your phone within a vehicle that has air bags. Do not place a device in the area over
an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Store the device safely before driving the
vehicle.
Hearing aids: People with hearing aids or cochlear implants may experience interference
when using wireless devices or when one is nearby. The level of interference will depend on
the type of hearing device and the distance from the interference source. Increasing the
separation between them may reduce the interference. You may also consult your hearing
aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Small children: Do not leave your device and its accessories within the reach of small
children or allow them to play with it. They could hurt themselves or others, or could
accidentally damage the device. Your device contains small parts with sharp edges that may
cause an injury or which could become detached and create a choking hazard. Keep the
device away from the abdomens of pregnant women and adolescents, particularly when
using the device hands-free. To reduce exposure to radiation, use your device in good
reception areas, as indicated by the bars on your device (at least 3 to 4 bars).
General statement on handling and use: Switch off your device wherever the use of a device
is prohibited. Use of your device is subject to safety measures designed to protect users and
their environment.
• Always treat your device and its accessories with care and keep it in a clean and dust-free
place.