Specifications

WM_PRJ_Q2501_PTS_001 – 003

March 2004

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6.2 Safety recommendations (for information only)

IMPORTANT

FOR THE EFFICIENT AND SAFE OPERATION OF

YOUR GSM APPLICATION BASED ON WISMO Quik Q2501

PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION CAREFULLY

6.2.1 RF safety

6.2.1.1 General

Your application using the WISMO Quik Q2501 module is based on the GSM

standard for cellular technology. The GSM standard is spread all over the world.

It covers Europe, Asia and some parts of America and Africa. This is the most

used telecommunication standard.

Your GSM terminal is actually a low power radio transmitter and receiver. It

sends out and receives radio frequency energy. When you use your GSM

application, the cellular system which handles your calls controls both the radio

frequency and the power level of your cellular modem.

6.2.1.2 Exposure to RF energy

There has been some public concern about possible health effects of using GSM

terminals.

Although research on health effects from RF energy has focused on the current

RF technology for many years, scientists have begun research regarding newer

radio technologies, such as GSM.

After existing research had been reviewed, and after compliance to all applicable

safety standards had been tested, it has been concluded that the product was

fitted for use.

If you are concerned about exposure to RF energy there are things you can do to

minimize exposure. Obviously, limiting the duration of your calls will reduce

your exposure to RF energy. In addition, you can reduce RF exposure by

operating your cellular terminal efficiently by following the below guidelines.

6.2.1.3 Efficient terminal operation

For your GSM terminal to operate at the lowest power level, consistent with

satisfactory call quality:

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If your terminal has an extendible antenna, extend it fully. Some models

allow you to place a call with the antenna retracted. However your GSM

terminal operates more efficiently with the antenna fully extended.

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Do not hold the antenna when the terminal is « IN USE ». Holding the

antenna affects call quality and may cause the modem to operate at a

higher power level than needed.