PRIVORO SafeCase Mobile Security Solution User Manual
- June 10, 2024
- PRIVORO
Table of Contents
- SafeCase Mobile Security Solution
- SafeCase User Manual
- SafeCase Parts and Accessories
- Section 2: Setting up SafeCase
- Step 1: Prepare SafeCase and iPhone
- Section 3: Managing Audio/Video Surveillance Protections
- Protected Mode: For Full Protection
- Unprotected Mode: For Phone/Video Calls and Audio/Image Capture
- Use the Touch Bar
- Audio Passthrough Mode: For Siri and Audio Memos
- Use the Push-to-Talk Button
- Section 4: Using the Privoro App
- Verify Audio Masking
- Section 5: Managing Power
- Via the Privoro App
- Via SafeCase
- Charge
- Section 6: Adjusting Settings
- Section 7: Removing the iPhone from SafeCase
- Appendix A: User Interface Summary
- About SafeCase
- PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
- Setting up SafeCase
- Managing audio/video surveillance protections
- Using the Privoro app
- Managing power
- Adjusting settings
- Removing the iPhone from SafeCase
- Care and cleaning
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
SafeCase Mobile Security Solution
SafeCase User Manual
Section 1: About SafeCase
SafeCase is a phone case designed to protect your iPhone from audio and video surveillance. The case comes with parts and accessories that you can use to set it up.
SafeCase Parts and Accessories
The following are the parts and accessories that come with the SafeCase:
- SafeCase phone case
- Audio passthrough cable
- Charging cable
- Push-to-talk button
Section 2: Setting up SafeCase
Follow these steps to set up your SafeCase:
Step 1: Prepare SafeCase and iPhone
- Insert your iPhone into the SafeCase phone case.
- Connect the audio passthrough cable to the SafeCase and your iPhone’s audio jack.
- If you want to use the push-to-talk button, connect it to the SafeCase’s push-to-talk port.
Section 3: Managing Audio/Video Surveillance Protections
You can use different protection modes and features to manage audio and video surveillance:
Protected Mode: For Full Protection
In this mode, SafeCase blocks all microphone and camera signals. Use this mode when you want maximum protection from audio and video surveillance.
Unprotected Mode: For Phone/Video Calls and Audio/Image Capture
In this mode, you can use your phone for calls and capture audio and images using your iPhone’s microphone and camera. Use this mode when you want to use your phone’s basic features.
Use the Touch Bar
You can use the SafeCase’s touch bar to switch between protected and unprotected modes.
Audio Passthrough Mode: For Siri and Audio Memos
In this mode, the microphone signal is allowed for Siri commands and audio memos. Use this mode when you need to use Siri or record audio memos.
Use the Push-to-Talk Button
You can use the push-to-talk button to temporarily switch from protected to unprotected mode. Press and hold the button to switch back to protected mode.
Section 4: Using the Privoro App
You can use the Privoro app to manage SafeCase settings:
Verify Audio Masking
You can use the app to verify that SafeCase is blocking all microphone signals by tapping the “Verify Audio Masking” button.
Section 5: Managing Power
You can manage SafeCase’s power using the following methods:
Power On/Off
You can turn SafeCase on or off by pressing and holding the power button for five seconds.
Check Battery Status
You can check SafeCase’s battery status using either the Privoro app or SafeCase itself.
Via the Privoro App
Open the app and check the battery icon at the top of the screen.
Via SafeCase
Press the power button once and see the battery status on the LED lights.
Charge
You can charge SafeCase using the provided charging cable.
Section 6: Adjusting Settings
You can adjust SafeCase’s settings using the following methods:
Adjust LED Brightness
You can adjust the brightness of SafeCase’s LED lights using the Privoro app.
Adjust Audio Tone Volume
You can adjust the volume of SafeCase’s audio tone using the Privoro app.
Section 7: Removing the iPhone from SafeCase
To remove your iPhone from SafeCase, gently pull the case apart starting from the bottom corners of the case.
Appendix A: User Interface Summary
The following table summarizes SafeCase’s user interface:
Action | Touch Bar | Push-to-Talk Button | Power Button |
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Switch to Protected Mode | Swipe left | N/A | N/A |
Switch to Unprotected Mode | Swipe right | Press and hold | N/A |
Switch to Audio Passthrough Mode | Swipe up | N/A | N/A |
Turn SafeCase On/Off | N/A | N/A | Press and hold for 5 seconds |
About SafeCase
SafeCase is a first-of-its-kind security device for mobile devices that enables unique data protections and high-security services alongside your smartphone. Integrated within SafeCase are protections against audio and video surveillance resulting from the remote hijacking of your smartphone’s cameras and microphones. Audio capture is prevented via randomized audio masking for each of your smartphone’s microphones, while image/video capture is prevented via a physical barrier that blocks the cameras.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
SafeCase ships with a two-in-one charging cable which, when connected to a power source, charges both SafeCase and iPhone (Figure 1).
[Graphic: Two-in-one charging cable] Figure 1: Two-in-one charging cable
SafeCase parts and their main functions (Figure 2):
[Diagram: SafeCase parts] Figure 2: SafeCase parts (front, back, top and bottom)
Corner indicator LEDs
- Indicate when audio/video surveillance protections are engaged and disengaged.
Push-to-talk button
- Enables temporary audio passthrough while maintaining video surveillance protections.
Tray
- Interior of SafeCase where iPhone rests in place.
Base tray
- Slides open/closed to enable iPhone insertion/removal.
Touch bar
- Controls how audio/video surveillance protections are engaged and disengaged.
Brightness button
- Controls the brightness of the corner indicator LEDs and battery status LED.
Brightness LED
- Indicates active adjustment mode for brightness.
Volume button
- Controls the volume of audio tones.
Volume LED
- Indicates active adjustment mode for volume.
Latch slide
- Unlocks the base tray.
Battery status LED
- Indicates battery charge level.
Power button
- Controls power on/off and battery status.
Lightning port access
- For charging iPhone via charging cable.
USB-C port
- For charging SafeCase via charging cable.
Setting up SafeCase
STEP 1: PREPARE SAFECASE AND IPHONE
POWER SAFECASE ON
SafeCase is in shipping mode when it arrives. To power it on for the first
time, connect SafeCase to a USB power source (computer, wall wart or wall
plug) using the two-headed charging cable provided (Figure 3).
[Graphic: SafeCase and two-headed charging cable] Figure 3: Connect SafeCase to a power source
REMOVE IPHONE ACCESSORIES
Remove any protective cases or screen protectors from your iPhone (Figure 4).
Protective cases and screen protectors may prevent your iPhone from fitting
into the device and may disrupt audio protections.
[Graphic: Removing screen protector] Figure 4: Remove screen protectors
TURN ON BLUETOOTH
As communication between SafeCase and the Privoro app occurs over a Bluetooth
connection, ensure your Bluetooth is turned on. Do so using the following
steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- In the Settings app, tap the Bluetooth field.
- On the Bluetooth connections screen, toggle the switch to the right (on) position (Figure 5).
[Screenshot: Bluetooth toggle] Figure 5: Toggle Bluetooth on
STEP 2: PAIR SAFECASE AND THE PRIVORO APP
To enable notifications, audio masking verifications, firmware updates and
more, you’ll need to pair your SafeCase to the Privoro app.
DOWNLOAD/INSTALL AND OPEN THE PRIVORO APP
On your iPhone, download the Privoro app from the App Store using the
following steps:
- Open the App Store on your iPhone.
- In the App Store app, select the Search option, enter Privoro in the search field and then tap the Search key.
- Once the Privoro app is displayed, tap the Get button to download and install (Figure 6). You may be asked to enter your Apple passcode or use Face ID before downloading.
- Once installed, open the Privoro app by tapping the Open button (or by tapping the Privoro icon on your home screen).
[Screenshot: Get button]
Figure 6: Tap the Get button
Once the app has been opened for the first time, a setup assistant will
display. Before agreeing to the End User License Agreement (EULA) and the
Terms and Conditions, you can open each by tapping the appropriate option. Tap
the Agree & Continue button to proceed (Figure 7).
[Screenshot: Agree & Continue button]
Figure 7: Tap the Agree & Continue button
CHOOSE APP SETTINGS
You will then be prompted to grant access to four iPhone services: Location
(necessary for facilitating policy management), Motion & Fitness (to help
improve iPhone battery life while running the Privoro app), Notifications (for
receiving administrative notifications) and Camera (necessary for scanning the
device’s QR code). You may change these settings at any time from the Settings
app on your iPhone.
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Location settings: First, tap the Go anywhere field (Figure 8). When prompted to allowthe app to access your location, tap the Allow While Using App option (Figure 9).
[Screenshot: Go anywhere
field] Figure 8: Tap the Go anywhere field
[Screenshot: Allow While
Using App option] Figure 9: Tap the Allow While Using App option- If your organization requires continuous location validation, you can select this setting using the following steps:
- Open the Settings app.
- In the Settings app, scroll to the app section at the bottom and then tap the Privoro option.
- On the Privoro settings screen, tap the Location field.
- In the Location options screen, tap the Always option (Figure 10).
[Screenshot: Always option] Figure 10: Tap the Always option| |
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Motion & Fitness settings: After selecting location permissions, a notification will appear asking you to give access to Your Motion & Fitness Activity. Tap the OK option (Figure 11).
[Screenshot: Motion & Fitness screen] Figure 11: Tap the OK option| |
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Notification settings: Next, tap the Stay aware field (Figure 12). When prompted to allow the app to send you notifications, tap the Allow option (Figure 13).
[Screenshot: Stay aware field] Figure 12: Tap the Stay aware field| [Screenshot: Allow option] Figure 13: Tap the Allow option|
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Camera settings: Finally, tap the Scan and pair field (Figure 14). When prompted to allow the app to access your camera, tap the OK option (Figure 15).
[Screenshot: Scan and pair field] Figure 14: Tap the Scan and pair field| [Screenshot: OK option] Figure 15: Tap the OK option|
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Once access has been granted, tap the Next button (Figure 16).
[Screenshot: Next button] Figure 16: Tap the Next button
SCAN THE SAFECASE QR CODE
After choosing your app settings, a QR code scanner will open within the app.
Hold your iPhone’s rear-facing camera over the QR code included with your
SafeCase until the code is centered within the guidelines on the screen
(Figure 17). Upon successful scanning, you will receive a confirmation message
that you have successfully paired your SafeCase and app
(Figure 18).
[Screenshot: QR code scan]| [Screenshot: Confirmation message]|
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Figure 17: Scan the QR code included with your SafeCase| Figure 18:
Confirmation message|
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PAIR DEVICES WITHOUT CAMERA FUNCTIONALITY
Alternatively, you may select your device’s SafeCase ID from a list. On the QR
code scanner, tap the select from a list option (Figure 19), opening a
selection screen. Tap your device’s SafeCase ID (Figure 20), which can be
found in the MAC field on the back of your SafeCase. You will receive a
confirmation message that you have successfully paired your SafeCase and app.
Tap the Done button to close the setup assistant (Figure 21) .
[Screenshot: QR code scan]
Figure 19: Tap the select from a list option
| [Screenshot: Select a Case]
Figure 20: Tap the SafeCase ID
| [Screenshot: Successfully Paired]
Figure 21: Tap the Done button
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STEP 3: INSERT THE IPHONE INTO SAFECASE
Insert your iPhone into SafeCase using the following steps:
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Slide the base tray open: Gripping the sides of the base tray with one hand, slide the base tray until it’s fully extended (Figure 22).
[Graphic: Sliding base tray open] Figure 22: Slide the base tray open -
Insert the iPhone into the tray: Tuck the top of your iPhone under the hood/shutter area of the case and then rest your phone onto the tray (Figure 23).
[Graphic: Inserting iPhone] Figure 23: Insert the iPhone into the tray -
Push the base tray closed: Push up from the bottom of the base tray until it clicks into place (Figure 24).
[Graphic: Pushing base tray closed]
Figure 24: Push the base tray closed
Managing audio/video surveillance protections
When SafeCase is powered on, audio/video surveillance protections are
automatically engaged; this is the default mode, known as protected mode. In
addition to protected mode, there are two additional modes: unprotected mode
(used when capturing images/audio and
placing/receiving phone/video calls) and audio passthrough mode (for using
your voice assistant or recording audio memos with video protections still
engaged).
PROTECTED MODE: FOR FULL PROTECTION
Protected mode is the default audio/video surveillance protection mode. In
this state:
- The audio masking and camera blocking features are engaged.
- The corner indicator LEDs pulse green every 10 seconds.
It is normal to hear a soft white noise coming from SafeCase when in protected
mode, a result of the audio masking adapting to the noise level in the
environment surrounding
SafeCase/iPhone. While in protected mode, most phone features – including
apps, videos, emails, music and text messages – can still be accessed.
UNPROTECTED MODE: FOR PHONE/VIDEO CALLS AND AUDIO/IMAGE CAPTURE
Temporarily changing to unprotected mode is necessary for capturing
images/audio and placing/receiving phone/video calls. In this state:
- The audio masking and camera blocking features are disengaged.
- The corner indicator LEDs pulse red every three seconds.
Entering unprotected mode must take place before capturing images/audio; otherwise, the recorded photos, videos and audio will be indecipherable. Similarly, entering unprotected mode must take place before placing/receiving a phone/video call; otherwise, the other participant(s) in the call will not be able to understand what you’re saying.
USE THE TOUCH BAR
To change to unprotected mode, slide your finger from right to left (looking
at the front side) across the touch bar, toward the unlocked icon (Figure 25).
As the camera shutter opens, an ascending audio tone will play and the corner
indicator LEDs will blink red five times.
To change back to protected mode after the call/capture, swipe left on the touch bar, toward the locked icon (Figure 26). As the camera shutter closes, a descending audio tone will play and the corner indicator LEDs will blink green five times.
[Graphic: Swiping left]
Figure 25: Swipe left on the touch bar
| [Graphic: Swiping right]
Figure 26: Swipe right on the touch bar
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AUDIO PASSTHROUGH MODE: FOR SIRI AND AUDIO MEMOS
Temporarily changing to audio passthrough mode allows you to leave
camera/video protections engaged while using Siri (or another voice assistant)
or recording audio memos. In this state:
- The audio masking feature is disengaged while the camera blocking feature remains engaged.
- The corner indicator LEDs pulse red every three seconds.
USE THE PUSH-TO-TALK BUTTON
To change to audio passthrough mode, press and hold the push-to-talk button
(Figure 27). When first pressed, the corner indicator LEDs will blink red five
times.
When you have completed your voice action, release the button (and change back to protected mode). The corner indicator LEDs will blink green five times.
[Graphic: Pressing push-to-talk button]
Figure 27: Press and hold the push-to-talk button
Using the Privoro app
The Privoro app serves two critical functions: it provides a user interface for SafeCase and it creates a communications channel between SafeCase and cloud. For SafeCase to maintain its cloud connection, the Privoro app must be running in the background and Bluetooth must remain turned on.
From the home (My SafeCase) screen of the app, you can quickly check your connection status and battery level (Figure 28).
[Graphic: My SafeCase screen]
Figure 28: Privoro app’s My SafeCase screen
NAVIGATION GUIDE
My SafeCase| Displays the current SafeCase connection status (between
iPhone/SafeCase and cloud), battery charge level and firmware version
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Verification| Provides an interface for validating the audio masking
functionality of your SafeCase
Help| Provides tools and tips to help you maximize SafeCase features
Settings| Displays your current connection details and cloud environment
VERIFY AUDIO MASKING
The Privoro app allows you to verify audio masking for each of your iPhone’s
microphones. In the app, tap the Verification icon (Figure 29).
[Screenshot: Verification icon]
Figure 29: Tap the Verification icon
If using masking verification for the first time, you will be prompted to
allow the app to access your iPhone’s microphones, which is necessary for
verifying audio masking. Tap the OK option (Figure 30).
[Screenshot: OK option]
Figure 30: Tap the OK option
In the Verification screen:
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If not already selected, tap the option for the microphone you’d like to test (Back Mic, Front Mic or Bottom Mic), and then tap the Start Recording button (Figure 31).
[Screenshot: Front Mic option] Figure 31: Select the microphone to test and tap the Start Recording button -
In protected mode, look at the audio waveform captured on the screen to confirm that it doesn’t react to environmental noise, only the constant audio masking noise (Figure 32). If necessary, introduce noise into your environment by speaking or making other sounds. If the waveform doesn’t react to environmental noise, the audio masking is functioning correctly.
- You can change to unprotected mode (Page 9) – disengaging audio masking – to confirm that the audio waveform reacts to environmental noise while in unprotected mode. When finished, change back to protected mode.
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When finished recording, tap the Stop Recording button (Figure 33).
[Screenshot: Waveform]
Figure 32: Look at the audio waveform
[Screenshot: Stop Recording button]
Figure 33: Tap the Stop Recording button
To listen to the recording, tap the playback icon (Figure 34). Audio captured
while in protected mode will be unintelligible – only audio masking noise will
be heard.
[Screenshot: Playback icon]
Figure 34: Tap the playback icon
Managing power
POWER ON/OFF
To power off SafeCase, press and hold the power button for five seconds – a
beeping audio tone will play as the button is pressed (Figure 35). After
releasing the button, the corner indicator LEDs will blink white five times;
if in unprotected mode, SafeCase will revert to protected mode, closing the
camera shutter.
Similarly, to power on SafeCase, press and hold the power button for three seconds, until the corner indicator LEDs start blinking green and the battery status LED (and power button) blinks white.
SafeCase can also be turned on by connecting the device to a power source using the included two-headed charging cable.
[Graphic: Pressing and holding rear button]
Figure 35: Press and hold the rear button for three seconds
CHECK BATTERY STATUS
There are two ways to check SafeCase battery level: via the app or via the
battery status LED.
VIA THE PRIVORO APP
You can check current charge level on the My SafeCase screen of the Privoro
app (Figure 36).
[Graphic: My SafeCase home screen]
Figure 36: Check current charge level
VIA SAFECASE
To check the current charge level via SafeCase, press the power button (Figure
37). The battery status LED (and power button) will illuminate to show the
current charge level. The color of the battery status LED corresponds to the
percentage of charge that remains, from green (high) to yellow (moderate) to
red (low) (Figure 38a and Figure 38b).
[Graphic: Pressing power button]
Figure 37: Press the power button
[Graphic: Battery status LED]
Figure 38a: LED color corresponds to the percentage of charge that remains
Color of battery status LED | Approximate charge level |
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Green | 100% |
Green | 75% |
Green/Yellow | 50% |
Yellow/Orange | 25% |
Red | 10% |
Figure 38b: Charge levels associated with battery status LED
CHARGE
Included with SafeCase is a two-in-one charging cable (USB-A split to
Lightning and USB-C), allowing you to simultaneously charge your SafeCase and
iPhone (Figure 39).
[Graphic: Two-headed charging cable and associated ports
Labels: USB-A, Lightning, USB-C, 5V/2A USB power adapter (not included)]
Figure 39: Connect SafeCase to a power source
While charging, the battery status LED (and power button) will pulse to indicate the current charge level (see: Figure 38b).
Adjusting settings
Adjust LED brightness
To adjust the brightness of the corner indicator LEDs and battery status LED,
press and hold the brightness button for two seconds and then press the button
one or more times to cycle through the three brightness levels: high, medium,
and off (Figure 40). With each press of the brightness button, the corner
indicator LEDs and battery status LED (and power button) will illuminate to
the current brightness level and a single-beep audio tone will play. Stop
tapping when desired brightness is reached. After two seconds, a confirmation
tone will play and the brightness level will set.
[Graphic: Pressing brightness button]
Figure 40: Press and hold the brightness button for two seconds and then press
to cycle
Adjust audio tone volume
Similarly, to adjust the volume of the audio tones, press and hold the volume
button for two seconds and then press the button one or more times to cycle
through the three volume levels: high, low and off (Figure 41). With each
press of the volume button, a single-beep audio tone will play at the current
volume level (no audio tone will play at the off setting). Stop tapping when
desired volume is reached. After two seconds, a confirmation tone will play
and the volume level will set.
[Graphic: Pressing volume button]
Figure 41: Press and hold the volume button for two seconds and then press to
cycle
Removing the iPhone from SafeCase
To remove your iPhone from SafeCase, use the following steps:
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Unlock the base tray: Use your finger to pull the latch slide to the left (looking at the back side), unlocking the base tray (Figure 42).
[Graphic: Unlocking base tray]
Figure 42: Unlock the base tray -
Slide the base tray open: Grip the sides of the base tray and slide it open (Figure 43). If the iPhone remains in place, slide it all the way down until it meets the opened base tray.
[Graphic: Slide base tray open]
Figure 43: Slide the base tray open -
Remove the iPhone from the tray: Lift the top of the iPhone off the tray and slowly remove from the base tray (Figure 44).
[Graphic: Removing iPhone]
Figure 44: Remove the iPhone from the tray
To insert your iPhone back into SafeCase, use the same steps taken during setup (Page 8).
Appendix A: User interface summary
Goal | Action | Notification |
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Changing to protected mode (from unprotected mode) | Swipe right on the | |
touch bar | As camera shutter closes, descending audio tone plays and corner |
indicator LEDs blink white five times
In protected mode, corner indicator LEDs pulse green every 10 seconds
Changing to unprotected mode (from protected mode)| Swipe left on the touch bar| As camera shutter opens, ascending audio tone plays and corner indicator LEDs blink red five times
In unprotected mode, corner indicator LEDs pulse red every three seconds
Changing to audio passthrough mode (from protected mode)| Press and hold the case push- to-talk button| When push-to-talk button is first pressed, corner indicator LEDs blink red five times and a confirmation tone is played
In audio passthrough mode, corner indicator LEDs pulse red every three seconds
Powering on| Press and hold the power button for three seconds| Battery status LED (and power button) illuminate green for three seconds
Corner indicator LEDs blink white five times
Powering off| Press and hold the power button for five seconds| When power button is pressed, beeping audio tone plays
After button is released, corner indicator LEDs blink white five times
If in unprotected mode, camera shutter closes
Checking battery status| Press the power button| Battery status LED (and
power button) illuminate to indicate the current charge level for three
seconds
Charging| Connect SafeCase to a power source using the charging cable|
Battery status LED (and power button) pulse to indicate the current charge
level
When charging cable is disconnected, descending audio tone plays
Checking LED brightness| Press and hold the brightness button for two seconds| Three-beep audio tone plays
Brightness LED illuminates blue for five seconds
Corner indicator LEDs and battery status LED (and power button) illuminate to the current brightness level for five seconds
Adjusting LED brightness| After pressing and holding the brightness button for two seconds, press one or more times to cycle through the three brightness settings: high, medium, and off| Single-beep audio tone plays at each setting (tone volume corresponds to brightness setting)
Corner indicator LEDs and battery status LED (and power button) illuminate to the current brightness level
Checking audio volume| Press and hold the volume button for two seconds| Three-beep audio tone plays
Volume LED illuminates blue for five seconds
Corner indicator LEDs and battery status LED (and power button) illuminate for five seconds
Adjusting audio volume| After pressing and holding the volume button for
two| Single-beep audio tone plays at high and low settings
****| seconds, press one or more times to cycle through the three volume
settings: high, low and off|
Appendix B: Technical specifications
Size and weight
- Height: 170 mm
- Width: 79 mm
- Depth: 23 mm
- Weight: 142 g
Connectivity
- Bluetooth
- WIFI
- NFC (tag only)
Audio
- Digital signal processor for optimum audio quality and secure voice masking
- Masks speech intelligibility up to voice level of 90 dBA1
- Masks speech presence up to voice level of 80 dBA1
Battery and battery life
- Protected mode: Up to 20 hours
- Charge time: Up to 80% power level in two hours2
Electrical ratings
- 3.8V, 2,000 mAh lithium-ion battery
- Maximum input current: 1200mA
- Rated voltage: 5VDC
Environmental requirements
- Operating temperature: -4° and 113° F (-20° and 45° C)
- Relative humidity: Up to 95%
- Operating altitude: Up to 10,000 feet (3000 m)
- Tested one meter from audio source.
- Tested with 1-Amp charging supply (DCP) on the battery at 3% of its full capacity.
Appendix C: Safety and handling
WARNING: Follow these safety instructions to avoid fire, electric shock,
injury, damage to SafeCase or other property.
Handling
Handle the SafeCase with care. The SafeCase contains a lithium-ion battery,
metal, plastic and electronic components. To avoid damage to the SafeCase and
the battery, take care not to puncture, drop, burn or crush the SafeCase. The
SafeCase is not water-resistant or waterproof. Avoid exposing the SafeCase to
excessive moisture or liquid. Should the SafeCase become damaged, discontinue
use.
Repair
Do not attempt to open or repair the SafeCase. Opening the SafeCase will
invalidate any and all warranties.
Battery
Do not attempt to change the SafeCase battery. Improper replacement of the
battery could result in fire, overheating and injury. Attempting to replace
the battery will invalidate any and all warranties. The lithium-ion battery in
your device should be serviced or recycled by Privoro or an authorized service
provider and must be recycled or disposed of separately from
household/municipal waste.
Charging
The SafeCase comes with a 2-in-1 charging cable: USB-A split to Lightning
(charge and sync) and USB-C (charge only). For optimal charging it is
recommended you use a Privoro SafeCase charging cable. SafeCase has a maximum
input current of 1200mA.
Using damaged cables or charging when moisture is present can cause fire, electric shock, injury or damage to SafeCase or other property.
[Graphic: Charging cable]
Figure 45: 2-in-1 charging cable
Operating temperature
The SafeCase is designed to work in ambient temperatures between -4° and 113°
F (-20° and 45° C). The SafeCase may be damaged and battery life shortened if
stored or operated outside of these temperature ranges. SafeCase may be used
in tropical climate regions.
SafeCase battery charging may be limited if the interior temperature of the
SafeCase exceeds normal operating temperatures (for example, in a hot car or
in direct sunlight for extended periods of time).
Radio frequency (RF) interference
Observe signs and notices that prohibit or restrict the use of electronic
devices (for example, in healthcare facilities or blasting areas). Although
SafeCase is designed, tested and manufactured to comply with regulations
governing radio frequency emissions, such emissions from SafeCase can
negatively affect the operation of other electronic equipment, causing them to
malfunction. When use is prohibited, or when asked to do so by authorities,
turn off SafeCase to turn off its wireless transmitters.
Using the iPhone
The SafeCase works with the iPhone 12. While using SafeCase, follow all of the
iPhone safety and handling instructions, which can be found at
https://support.apple.com/manuals/iphone.
Care and cleaning
Avoid exposing the SafeCase to dirt, debris and acidic substances that might disrupt the ability to raise and lower the base tray. Avoid exposing the SafeCase to moisture or liquid that may impact the SafeCase performance and functionality. If the SafeCase comes in contact with any debris or liquid, immediately clean and dry the SafeCase with a lint-free cloth on exterior surfaces. Use a compressed air product to clean the lowered base tray. Do not use compressed air on the phone’s Lightning port or SafeCase’s USB-C port.
Using connectors, ports and buttons
The charging cable that comes with SafeCase has two connectors. Always confirm
the connector and port match. Do not force a connector into a port or apply
excessive pressure to a button. This may cause damage that is not covered
under the warranty.
[Graphic: Charging cable attached to SafeCase]
Figure 46: Charging cable attached
Appendix D: Recycling
Privoro has partnered with Call2Recycle for your device and battery recycling
needs (within the United States and Canada). To find a recycling location near
you, go to call2recycle.org/locator and enter your zip code.
Appendix E: Regulatory information
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Canadian Regulatory Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference; and
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification Information
This device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and
manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for Radio Frequency (RF) energy
set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government.
These FCC RF exposure limits are derived from the recommendations of two expert organizations: the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement (NCRP) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). In both cases, the recommendations were developed by scientific and engineering experts drawn from industry, government, and academia after extensive reviews of the scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy.
The RF exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless mobile devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC SAR limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection to the public and to account for any variations in measurements.
For more information about SAR, visit:
- fcc.gov./general/radio-frequency-safety-0
- fcc.gov/encyclopedia/specific-absorption-rate-sar-cellular-telephones
EU Compliance Statement
CE
Privoro hereby declares that this wireless device is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Radio Equipment
Directive 2014/53/EU, as applicable. A copy of the EU Declaration of
Conformity is available at privoro.com/legal. Legal, regulatory and compliance
documentation is also available review at the same link.
European Union—Disposal Information
The Wheeled Bin symbol means that according to local laws and regulations your
product and/or its battery shall be disposed of separately from household
waste. When this product reaches its end of life, take it to a collection
point designated by local authorities. The separate collection and recycling
of your product and/or its battery at the time of disposal will help conserve
natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects
human health and the environment.
References
- call2recycle.org/locator
- Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for Cellular Telephones | Federal Communications Commission
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