User Guide

72 pdQ Basics Handbook
QUALCOMM Proprietary 80-68788-1 Rev X2, PRELIMINARY - 10/26/98
Medical Devices
Medical Devices
Pacemakers
If your portable wireless phone is too close to a pacemaker, the phone’s RF
energy may interfere with the pacemaker’s operation. The Health Industry
Manufacturers Association and the wireless technology research community
recommend that you follow these guidelines to minimize the potential for
interference.
■ Always keep the phone at least six inches (15 centimeters) away from
your pacemaker when the phone is turned on.
■ Do not carry your phone near your heart.
■ Use the ear opposite the pacemaker.
■ If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn
off your phone immediately.
Hearing aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with hearing aids. In the event
of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider or call
the customer service line to discuss alternatives.
Other medical devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of
the device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy.
Your physician may be able to help you obtain this information.
In health care facilities
Turn your phone off in health care facilities when instructed. Hospitals and
health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external
RF energy.
Potentially Unsafe Areas
Posted facilities
Turn your phone off in any facility when posted notices require you to do so.
Aircraft
FCC regulations prohibit using your phone on a plane that is in the air. Turn
your phone off before boarding aircraft.
pdQ basic.book Page 72 Monday, October 26, 1998 8:46 AM