User's Manual

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Accessibility
k Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) for Wireless
Telecommunications Devices
PCD’s Commitment
PCD believes that all of our customers should be able to enjoy the
benefits of digital wireless technologies. We are committed to providing
a selection of compatible devices for our customers who wear hearing
aids.
THIS PHONE HAS HAC RATINGS OF M4 & T4
What is Hearing Aid Compatibility?
The Federal Communications Commission has implemented rules and
a rating system designed to enable people who wear hearing aids to
more effectively use these wireless telecommunications devices. The
standard for compatibility of digital wireless phones with hearing aids is
set forth in American National Standard Institute (ANSI) standard C63.19.
There are two sets of ANSI standards with ratings from one to four (four
being the best rating): an “M” rating for reduced interference making it
easier to hear conversations on the phone when using the hearing aid
microphone, and a “T” rating that enables the phone to be used with
hearing aids operating in the telecoil mode thus reducing unwanted
background noise.