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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 wireless telephone industry has developed ratings to assist hearing device users in finding wireless devices that may be compatible with their
hearing devices. Not all wireless devices have been rated. Wireless devices that are rated will have the rating displayed on the box together with other
relevant approval markings.
The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing device and hearing loss. If your hearing device is vulnerable to
interference, you may not be able to use a rated wireless device successfully. Consulting with your hearing health professional and testing the wireless
device with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal needs.
This smartphone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that the smartphone uses. However, other
wireless technologies may be used in this smartphone that have not been tested for use with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of
your smartphone thoroughly and in different locations to determine if you hear any interfering noise when using this smartphone 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.
Hearing aid compatibility rating for this smartphone: M4/T4
How the ratings work
M-Ratings: Wireless devices rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to hearing devices than wireless devices
that are not labeled. M4 is the better or higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Wireless devices rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to be more usable with a hearing device’s telecoil (“T Switch” or
“Telephone Switch”) than unrated wireless devices. T4 is the better or higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing devices have telecoils in them.)
Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to this type of interference. Your hearing device manufacturer or hearing health professional may
help you find results for your hearing device. The more immune your hearing aid is, the less likely you are to experience interference noise from wireless
devices.
For more information about the actions that the FCC has taken with regard to hearing aid compatibility with wireless devices and other steps that the
FCC has taken to ensure that individuals with disabilities have access to telecommunications services, visit www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro.
FCC ID for 5049S: 2ACCJB083
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