coolpad Belleza 8GB Moody Grey Boost Mobile User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- Coolpad
Table of Contents
- Health and Safety Information
- FCC Notice and Cautions
- Antenna Care
- Other Medical Devices
- Charger and Adapter Safety
- Battery Information: Care and Proper Disposal
- General Notice
- FDA Consumer Update
- FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Health & Safety
Warranty Guide
Health and Safety Information
Important Health Information and Safety Precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid
possible legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product safety
and operating instructions.
Observe all warnings in the product operating instructions. To reduce the risk
of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, closely
observe all of the following precautions.
Safety Precautions for Proper Grounding Installation
Caution: Connecting to improperly grounded equipment can result in an electric
shock to either you or your device. This product is equipped with a USB Cable
for connecting to a desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is
properly grounded before connecting this product to the computer. The power
supply cord of a desktop or notebook computer has an equipment-grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The grounding plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
Safety Precautions for Power Supply Unit
Use the correct external power source. A product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the electrical rating label. If you are
not sure of the type of power source required, consult your authorized service
provider or local power company. For a product that operates from battery
power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions that are included
with the product.
Electrical Safety
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the designated
battery or power supply unit. Another usage may be dangerous and will
invalidate any approval given to this product. Handle battery packs carefully.
This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if
the battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt to open or service the
battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts or
circuits, dispose of in fire or water, or expose a battery pack to
temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F).
Note: Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with specified batteries. To replace the battery, take the device to an
authorized service center. Recycle or dispose of used batteries according to
all applicable local regulations, or in accordance with the instructions in
the reference guide. Follow these other specific precautions:
- Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
- The phone should be connected only to products that bear the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance program.
- Keep metal objects away so they do not come in contact with the battery or its connectors as it may lead to short circuits during operation.
- Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and small children to avoid swallowing. Consult a doctor immediately if the battery is swallowed.
- Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, discolored, has any rust on its casing, if it overheats, and/or if it emits a foul odor.
- Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or another hazard.
- Only use the battery with a charging system that has been qualified with the system per this standard: IEEE-Std-1725-200x.
- Use of an unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or another hazard.
- Replace the battery only with another battery that has been qualified with the system per this standard: IEEE-Std-1725-200x.
- Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface causing damage, take it to a service center for inspection.
- If the battery leaks: Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, DO NOT rub the eyes. Rinse with clean water immediately and seek medical advice. Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or clothing. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately with clean water and seek medical advice. Take other precautions to keep a leaking battery away from fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.
Prevention of Hearing Loss
Caution: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used
at high-volume levels for prolonged periods of time.
Safety Precautions for Direct Sunlight
Store this product away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Do
not leave the product or its battery inside a vehicle or in places where the
temperature may exceed 60°C (140°F), such as on a car dashboard, window sill,
or behind glass that is exposed to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light
for extended periods of time. This may damage the product, overheat the
battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle.
Environmental Restrictions
Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where
blasting operations are in progress, or in potentially explosive atmospheres
such as fueling areas, fuel storehouses, below deck on boats, chemical plants,
fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders. Please
be aware that sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting
in bodily injury or even death.
Aircraft Safety
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft’s
navigation system and its communications network, using this device’s phone
function on board an airplane is prohibited in most countries. If flight
personnel authorize the use of electronic devices, switch the device to
Airplane Mode (consult User Guide for instructions) to turn off RF functions
that may cause interference.
Road Safety
In many jurisdictions, vehicle operators are not permitted to use
communication services with handheld devices while the vehicle is in motion,
except in the case of emerging countries, using hands-free devices as an
alternative is allowed.
Safety Precautions for RF Exposure
- Use of non-original, non-manufacturer-approved accessories may violate your local RF exposure guidelines and should be avoided.
- Use only original, manufacturer-approved accessories when such accessories contain metal of any kind.
- Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources, such as microwave ovens, sound speakers, TV, and radio.
- Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example, the steel frame of a building).
Explosive Atmospheres
When in an area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where flammable
materials exist, the device should be turned off and the user should obey all
signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire
resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised not to use the
equipment at refueling points such as service or gas stations and are reminded
of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel
depots, chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas
with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly
marked such as fueling areas, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer
or storage facilities, and including, but not limited to areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
Interference with Medical Equipment Functions
This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this
device is prohibited in most hospitals and medical clinics for which
regulations and rules are commonly posted in such facilities. In these
instances, turn your phone OFF as health care facilities frequently use
equipment that is adversely affected by RF energy. If you use any personal
medical device(s), consult the manufacturer of your device(s) to determine if
the device(s) is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your health care
provider may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Non-ionizing Radiation
Your device has an internal antenna. This product should be operated in its
normal-use position to ensure radiative performance and safety from
interference. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are
advised that for satisfactory operation of the equipment and for personal
safety, it is recommended that no part of the human body should come too close
to the antenna during equipment operation. Use only the supplied integral
antenna. Use of unauthorized or modified antennas may impair call quality and
damage the phone, causing loss of performance and SAR levels exceeding the
recommended limits, as well as causing non-compliance with local and national
regulatory requirements. In order to limit RF energy exposure and to ensure
optimal phone performance, operate the device only it its normal-use position.
Contact with the antenna area may impair call quality and cause your device to
operate at a higher power level than needed which can reduce antenna
performance and battery life.
Battery Information and Precautions
To assure product safety, there shall be precautions below.
Danger!
– Use dedicated chargers and follow the specified conditions when charging the
cell.
– Use the cell only with the specified equipment.
– Do not put or store cells together with metal articles such as necklaces,
hairpins, coins, or screws.
– Do not short circuit the (+) and (-) terminals with metal conductors.
– Do not place a cell in a device with the (+) and (-) in a reverse way.
– Do not penetrate cells with sharp articles such as a needle.
– Do not disassemble the cell.
– Do not weld the cell directly.
– Do not use a seriously damaged or deformed cell.
– Thoroughly read the user’s manual before use, Inaccurate handling of the
lithium-ion cell may result in heat, fire, explosion, damage or the capacity
loss of the cell.
Warning!
– Do not put the cell into a heating vessel, washing machine, or high-pressure
container.
– Do not use cells with primary batteries, or batteries of a different
package, type, or brand.
– Stop charging the cell if charging is not completed within the specified
time.
– Stop using the cell if abnormal heat, odor, discoloration, deformation, or
abnormal condition is detected during use, charge, or storage.
– Keep away from the cell immediately when leakage or foul odor is detected.
– Wash well with clean water immediately if liquid leaks onto your skin or
clothes.
– If liquid leaking from the cell gets into your eyes, do not rub your eyes.
Wash them well with clean water and call a physician immediately.
Caution!
– Store batteries out of reach of children so that they are not accidentally
swallowed or handled.
– If younger children use the cell, their guardians should explain the proper
handling.
– Be sure to read the user’s manual and caution on handling thoroughly before
using the cell.
– Batteries have a cycle life. Replace failed cell with a new cell that is the
same brand immediately after normal life cycle expiration, or if expiration
has occurred prematurely.
Store the battery in a low-humidity and low-temperature environment if the
battery won’t be used for an extended period of time.
– Keep it far away from articles or materials with static electric charges
while the cell is charged, used, or stored.
– Wipe with a dry cloth before using the cell if the terminals of the cell
become dirty.
Safety Instructions of Travel Charger
Please read the following information carefully.
- The maximum ambient temperature of the travel charger shall not exceed 40°C (104 degrees F).
- The Travel Charger shall be installed according to specification. The current of load and output power shall not exceed the following value: Input: AC100-240V~ 50/60Hz 0.25A Output: DC5V 1A
- The Travel Charger shall be used for I.T. equipment only.
- For indoor use only.
- Cleaning – Unplug this from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners to clean; use only a dry cloth.
- Water and moisture – Do not use this product in a moist environment.
- Self-servicing – Attempting to service this product on your own, or opening or removing device covers may result in exposure to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for lengthy durations. This Travel Charger is not intended to be repaired by service personnel in case of failure or component defect.
FCC Notice and Cautions
This device and its accessories comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
(1) This device and its accessories may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device and its accessories must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Part 15.21 Statement :
Changes or modifications that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Part of Statement 15.105:
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 you experience interference with reception (e.g.,
television), determine if this equipment is causing the harmful interference
by turning the equipment off and then back on to see if the interference is
affected. If necessary, try correcting the interference by one or more 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 further
assistance.
HAC
This phone meets the M3/T4 level rating.
This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the
wireless technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer wireless
technologies used in this phone that have not been tested yet for use with
hearing aids. Therefore, it is important to experiment with the various
features of this phone and in different locations using your hearing aid or
cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Consult your
service provider or the manufacturer of this phone for information on hearing
aid compatibility. If you have questions about return or exchange policies,
consult your service provider or phone retailer.
TIA Safety Information
The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for wireless handheld
phones: Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless handheld portable
phone is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. When ON, it receives and
sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signals. In August 1996, the Federal
Communications Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety
levels for handheld wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the
safety standards previously set by both U.S. and international standards
‘bodies, as follows:
ANSI C95.1 (1992) *
NCRP Report 86 (1986)
ICNIRP (1996)
- American National Standards Institute; National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements; International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection. Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. For example, over 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, government health agencies, and industry reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1). The design of your phone complies with the FCC guidelines (and those standards).
Antenna Care
Use only the supplied or approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas,
modifications, or attachments could damage the phone and may violate FCC
regulations.
Phone Operation
NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would any other telephone with the
antenna pointed up and over your shoulder.
Tips on Efficient Operation
For your phone to operate most efficiently, do not touch the antenna
unnecessarily when operating the phone. Contact with the antenna affects call
quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than
otherwise needed, thus reducing battery life.
Driving
Always observe the laws and regulations regarding wireless phone usages while
driving.
Where cell phone use is permitted while driving, you MUST observe the
following:
- Give full attention to driving — driving safely is your first responsibility;
- Use hands-free operation, if available;
- Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions or the law requires that you do so.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum
separation of six (6) inches be maintained between a handheld wireless phone
and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These
recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and
recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
- 1. Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six (6) inches from their pacemaker when the phone is turned ON;
2. Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;
3. Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference;
4. Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is occurring.
Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals but some
equipment or devices might not be.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless phones may interfere with hearing aids. In the event of
such interference, you please consult your service provider, or call customer
service regarding alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use other personal medical devices, consult the device manufacturer to
determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy, or your health
care provider may be
able to advise about any harmful device interactions.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic
systems in motor vehicles. Be certain to contact the manufacturer or
representative regarding this as well as the manufacturer of any additional
vehicle equipment.
Posted Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted notices are so required.
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag
DO NOT place objects, including installed or portable wireless equipment, in
the area over the airbag or in the airbag deployment area. If in-vehicle
wireless equipment is improperly installed and the airbag inflates, serious
injury could result since airbags inflate with great force.
Safety Information
Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of
your phone and to prevent damage. Also, keep the user guide in an accessible
place after reading it
for ease in locating it for future reference. Violation of the instructions
may cause minor or serious damage to the product.
- Do not disassemble, open, crush, bend or deform, puncture, or shred your equipment.
- Do not modify or remanufacture your equipment. Do not attempt to insert foreign objects into the battery. Do not immerse your equipment in water or other liquids, or expose it to water or other liquids, fire, explosions, or other hazards.
- Do not short-circuit the battery or allow metallic conductive objects to contact the battery terminals.
- Avoid dropping the phone. If the phone is dropped on a hard surface or elsewhere, take it to a service center for inspection if the damage is suspected.
Charger and Adapter Safety
- The charger and adapter are intended for indoor use only.
- Insert the battery pack charger vertically into the wall power socket.
- Only use the approved battery charger so as to avoid serious damage to your phone.
- When traveling abroad, only use the approved battery pack charger along with the correct phone adapter.
Battery Information: Care and Proper Disposal
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Please dispose of your battery properly or take it to your local wireless carrier for recycling.
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The battery doesn’t need to be empty before recharging and replacing the battery when it no longer provides acceptable performance. Note: The battery can be recharged several hundred times and it does not need to be empty in order to recharge.
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Use only manufacturer-approved chargers specific to your phone model as they are designed to maximize battery life.
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Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.
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Keep the battery’s metal contacts clean.
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Recharge the battery after long periods of non-use to maximize battery life.
Note: The battery life will vary due to usage patterns and environmental conditions. -
The use of extended backlighting, Browser, and data connectivity kits affect battery life as well as talk/standby times.
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The self-protection function of the battery cuts the power of the phone when its operation is in an abnormal state. In this case, remove the battery from the phone, reinstall it, and turn the phone on.
Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards
1. Do not put your phone in a place that is subject to excessive dust, and
always keep the minimum required distance between the power cord and heat
sources.
2. Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your phone, and clean the power
plug pin when necessary.
3. When using the power plug, ensure that it’s firmly connected.
4. Placing the phone in a pocket or bag without covering the phone receptacle
(power plug pin), metallic articles (e.g.: coins, paperclips, pens) may short-
circuit the phone. Always cover the receptacle when not in use.
5. Metallic articles that come into contact with the phone may short-circuit
the + and – battery terminals (metal strips) which may result in battery
damage or even an explosion.
General Notice
- Using a damaged battery or placing a battery in your mouth may cause serious injury.
- Placing items containing magnetic strip components (e.g.: credit cards, phone cards, bank books, subway tickets) near your phone may damage the data stored in the magnetic strips.
- Talking on the phone for long periods of time may reduce call quality due to heat generation.
- Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged as it may cause a slight contact burn. Please communicate with the Authorized Service Center to replace the damaged antenna.
- Do not immerse your phone in water. If this happens, immediately turn the phone OFF and remove the battery. If the phone does not work, take it to the Authorized Service Center.
- Do not paint your phone.
- Phone data, including contact information, ringtones, text messages, voice messages, pictures or videos, etc., may be inadvertently deleted due to careless use, phone repair, or software upgrades. Please back up your important phone numbers and all other vital data. Note: Neither the manufacturer nor any person or entity associated therewith is liable for any damages whatsoever due to loss of any or all data stored on any of your devices.
- When using the phone in public places, set the ringtone to vibration so you don’t disturb others.
- Do not turn your phone on or off while the device is in close proximity to your ear.
- Use accessories, such as earphones and headsets with caution. Ensure that cables are tucked away safely and do not touch the antenna.
Caution:
Avoid potential hearing loss.
Prolonged exposure to loud sounds (including music) is the most common cause
of preventable hearing loss. Some scientific research suggests that using
portable audio devices, such as portable music players and cellular
telephones, at high volume settings for long durations may lead to permanent
hearing loss. This includes the use of headphones (including headsets,
earbuds, and Bluetooth®, or other wireless devices). Exposure to very loud
sound has also been associated in some studies with tinnitus (ringing in the
ear), hypersensitivity to sound, and distorted hearing. The amount of sound
produced by a portable audio device varies depending on the nature of the
sound, the device, the device settings, and the headphones. Hence, individual
susceptibility to noise-induced hearing loss and other hearing problems can
vary. Please follow these important guidelines for hearing loss prevention:
1. Set the phone’s volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest volume
for which you can hear clearly.
2. When using headphones, turn the volume down if you cannot hear the people
speaking near you or if the person sitting next to you can hear what you are
listening to.
3. Do not turn the volume up to block out noisy surroundings. If you choose
to listen to your portable device in a noisy environment, consider using
noise-canceling headphones to block out background noise.
4. As the volume increases, less time is required before your hearing could
be affected, so consider limiting your listening time.
5. Avoid using headphones after exposure to extremely loud noises (e.g.: live
concerts) that might cause temporary hearing loss which, in turn, might cause
unsafe volume levels to sound like normal levels.
6. Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you experience
ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech or experience any temporary hearing
difficulty after listening to your portable audio device, discontinue use, and
consult your health care provider.
You can obtain additional information on this subject from the following
sources:
American Academy of Audiology
11730 Plaza American Drive, Suite 300 Reston, VA 20190
Voice: 800-222-2336
Email: info@audiology.org
Internet: www.audiology.org
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
National Institutes of Health
31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 Bethesda, MD USA 20892-2320
Voice: 301-496-7243
Email: nidcdinfo@nih.gov
Internet: http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Hubert H. Humphrey Bldg. 200 Independence Ave., SW Washington, DC 20201
Voice: 1-800-35-NIOSH (1-800-232-4636)
Internet:
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/default.html
FDA Consumer Update
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Devices and Radiological Health Consumer Update on Mobile Phones:
1. What is the FDA’s role concerning the safety of wireless phones?
Under the law, the FDA does not review the safety of radiation-emitting
consumer products such as wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does
with new drugs or medical devices. However, the agency has the authority to
take action if wireless phones are shown to emit Radio Frequency (RF) energy
at a level that is hazardous to the user. In such a case, the FDA could
require the manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users of the health
hazard and to repair, replace, or recall the phones so that the hazard no
longer exists.
Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory actions,
the FDA has urged the wireless phone industry to take a number of steps,
including the following:
1. Support current and future research regarding possible biological effects
of the type of RF emitted by wireless phones;
2. Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the user
that is not necessary for device function; and
3. Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones with complete and accurate
information regarding the possible effects of wireless phone use on human
health and safety. The FDA belongs to an interagency working group of federal
agencies that have responsibility for different aspects of RF safety to ensure
coordinated efforts at the federal level. The following agencies belong to
this working group:
1. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
2. Environmental Protection Agency
3. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
4. National Telecommunications and Information Administration The National
Institutes of Health participates in some interagency working group activities
as well. The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for wireless phones with
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the
United States must comply with FCC safety guidelines that act to limit RF
exposure. The FCC relies on the FDA and other health agencies for safety
questions about wireless phones. The FCC also regulates the base stations that
the wireless phone networks rely upon. While these base stations operate at
higher power than do the wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that
people get from these base stations are typically thousands of times lower
than those they can get from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not the
subject of the safety questions discussed in this document.
2. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?
Current scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are
associated with using wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that
wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless phones emit low levels of Radio
Frequency (RF) energy while operating microwave ranges (which also emit very
low levels of RF when they are in standby mode). While high levels of RF can
produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low-level RF that does
not produce heating effects results in no known adverse health effects. Many
studies of low-level RF exposures have not uncovered any biological effects.
Although some studies have suggested that some biological effects may occur,
such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. In some cases,
other researchers have had difficulty in reproducing those studies, and/or
determining the reasons for inconsistent results.
3. What are the results of the research done already?
The research conducted thus far has produced conflicting results, and many
studies have suffered from flaws in their research methods. Animal experiments
investigating the effects of Radio Frequency (RF) energy exposures
characteristic of wireless phones have yielded conflicting results that often
cannot be repeated in other laboratories. A few animal studies, however, have
suggested that low levels of RF could accelerate the development of cancer in
laboratory animals. However, many of the studies that showed increased tumor
development used animals that had been genetically engineered or treated with
cancer-causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to develop cancer in the
absence of RF exposure. Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22
hours per day. These conditions are not similar to the conditions under which
people use wireless
phones, so it is largely unknown what the results of such studies mean for
human health and safety. Three large epidemiology studies have been published
since December 2000.
These studies investigated possible associations between the use of wireless
phones and primary brain cancer (glioma, meningioma, acoustic neuroma, other
brain tumors, and salivary gland tumors), leukemia, or other types of cancer.
None of the studies demonstrated the existence of any harmful health effects
from wireless phone RF exposures. However, none of the studies can provide
absolute findings of long-term exposures since the average period of phone use
in these studies was approximately three years.
4. What kinds of phones are the subjects of this update?
Here the term “wireless phone” refers to handheld wireless phones with built-
in antennas, often called “cell” or “mobile” phones. These types of wireless
phones can expose the user to measurable Radio Frequency (RF) energy because
of the short distance between the phone and the user’s head. These RF
exposures are limited by FCC safety guidelines that were developed with the
advice of the FDA and other federal health and safety agencies. When the phone
is located at greater distances from the user, the exposure to RF is
drastically reduced due to a person’s RF exposure rapidly decreasing with
increasing distance from the source. The so-called “cordless phones,” which
have a base unit connected to the telephone wiring in a house, typically
operate at far lower power levels, thus producing RF exposures far below the
FCC safety limits.
5. What is the FDA doing to find out more about the possible health effects
of wireless phone RF?
The FDA is working with the U.S. National Toxicology Program and with groups
of investigators around the world to ensure that high-priority animal studies
are conducted to address concerns about the effects of exposure to Radio
Frequency (RF) energy. The FDA has been a leading participant in the World
Health Organization International Electro Magnetic Fields (EMF) Project since
its inception in 1996. An influential result of this work has been the
development of a detailed agenda of research needs that has implemented new
research programs around the world. The project has also resulted in a series
of public information documents on EMF issues. The FDA and the Cellular
Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) have a formal Cooperative
Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to conduct research on wireless
phone safety.
The FDA provides the scientific oversight, obtaining input from experts in
government, industry, and academic organizations. CTIA-funded research is
conducted through contracts with independent investigators. The initial
research will include both laboratory studies and studies of wireless phone
users. The CRADA will also include a broad assessment of additional research
needs in the context of the latest research developments around the world.
6. What research is needed to decide whether RF exposure from wireless
phones poses a health risk?
A combination of laboratory studies and epidemiological studies of people
actually using wireless phones would provide some of the vital data. Lifetime
animal exposure studies
could be completed in a few years. However, very large numbers of animals
would be needed to provide reliable proof of a cancer-promoting effect, if one
exists. Epidemiological studies can provide data that is directly applicable
to human populations, but ten or more years of follow-up research may be
needed to provide answers about certain health effects, such as cancer. This
is due to the interval between exposure time to a cancer-causing agent and the
rate for which tumors develop – if they do. This could take several years into
the future. The interpretation of epidemiological studies is hampered by
difficulties in measuring actual RF exposure during day-to-day use of wireless
phones. Many factors affect this measurement, such as the angle at which the
phone is held, or which model of phone is used.
7. What has the FDA done to measure the Radio Frequency energy coming from
wireless phones?
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) is developing a
technical standard for measuring the Radio Frequency (RF) energy exposure from
wireless phones and other wireless handsets with the participation and
leadership of FDA scientists and engineers. The standard, “Recommended
Practice for Determining the Spatial-Peak Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in
the Human Body Due to Wireless Communications Devices: Experimental
Techniques”, sets forth the first consistent test methodology for measuring
the rate at which RF is deposited in the heads of wireless phone users. The
test method uses a tissue-stimulating model of the human head. Standardized
SAR test methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency of
measurements made at different laboratories on the same phone. SAR is the
measurement of the amount of energy absorbed in tissue, either by the whole
body or a small part of the body. It is measured in watts/kg (or mill-watts/g)
of matter. This measurement is used to determine whether a wireless phone
complies with safety guidelines.
8. How can I find out how much Radio Frequency energy exposure I can get by
using my wireless phone?
All phones sold in the United States must comply with Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) guidelines that limit Radio Frequency (RF) energy exposures.
The FCC established these guidelines in consultation with the FDA and the
other federal health and safety agencies. The FCC limit for RF exposure from
wireless phones is set at a Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of 1.6 watts per
kilogram (1.6W/kg). The FCC limit is consistent with the safety standards
developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (IEEE) and
the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement. The exposure
limit takes into consideration the body’s ability to remove heat from the
tissues that absorb energy from the wireless phone and is set well below
levels known to have effects. Manufacturers of wireless phones must report the
RF exposure level for each model of phone to the FCC. The FCC website
(http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/cellular.html))
gives directions for locating the FCC identification number on your phone, so
you can find your phone’s RF exposure level in the online listing.
9. What about children using wireless phones?
The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless phones,
including children and teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower exposure
to Radio Frequency (RF) energy, the measures described above would apply to
children and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing the time of wireless
phone use and increasing the distance between the user and the RF source will
reduce RF exposure. Some groups sponsored by other national governments have
advised that children be discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For
example, the government in the United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing
such a recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no evidence exists
that using a wireless phone causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their
recommendation to limit wireless phone use by children was strictly
precautionary; it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard
exists.
10. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to Radio Frequency energy
from my wireless phone?
If there is a risk from these products- and at this point, we do not know that
there is – it is probably very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding
even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps to minimize your
exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) energy. Since time is a key factor in how
much exposure a person receives, reducing the amount of time spent using a
wireless phone will reduce RF exposure. If you must conduct extended
conversations by wireless phone on a daily basis, consider placing more
distance between your body and the source of the RF, since the exposure level
drops off dramatically with distance. For example, you could use a headset and
carry the wireless phone away from your body or use a wireless phone connected
to a remote antenna. Again, the scientific data do not demonstrate that
wireless phones are harmful. But if you are concerned about the RF exposure
from these products, you can use measures like those described above to reduce
your RF exposure from wireless phone use.
11. What about wireless phone interference with medical equipment?
Radio Frequency (RF) energy from wireless phones can interact with some
electronic devices. For this reason, the FDA helped develop a detailed test
method to measure Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac
pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test method is
now part of a standard sponsored by the
Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI). The final
draft, a joint effort by the FDA, medical device manufacturers, and many other
groups, was completed in late 2000. This standard will allow manufacturers to
ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from wireless phone
EMI. The FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld wireless
phones and helped develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). This standard specifies test
methods and performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless phones so
that no interference occurs when a person uses a “compatible” hone and a
“compatible” hearing aid simultaneously. This standard was approved by the
IEEE in 2000. The FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for
possible interactions with other medical devices. Should harmful interference
be found to occur, the FDA will conduct testing to assess the interference and
work to resolve the problem.
12. Where can I find additional information?
For additional information, please refer to the following resources: FDA web
page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov), under “C” in
the subject index, select Cell Phones > Current Research Results. Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) RF Safety Program
(http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/cellular.html))
International Commission on Nonionizing Radiation Protection
(http://www.icnirp.de) World Health Organization (WHO)
International EMF Project (http://www.who.int/emf) Health
Protection Agency
(http://www.hpa.org.uk/)
Consumer Information on SAR
This Model Phone Meets the Government’s Requirements for Exposure to Radio
Waves. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed
and manufactured
not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy
set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government.
These FCC 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 exposure limit for wireless mobile phones employs a unit of measurement
known as the Specific Absorption Rate or 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 requires wireless phones to comply with a safety
limit of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg). The FCC exposure limit
incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection to
the public and to account for any variations in measurements. Tests for SAR
are conducted using standard operating positions specified by the FCC with the
phone transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested
frequency bands. Although SAR is determined at the highest certified power
level, the actual SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the
maximum value. Because the phone is designed to operate at multiple power
levels to use only the power required to reach the network, generally, the
closer you are to a wireless base station antenna, the lower the power output.
Before a phone model is available for sale to the
public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the
limit established by the government adopted a requirement for safe exposure.
The tests are performed in positions and locations (e.g., at the ear and worn
on the body) as required by the FCC for each model. This device was tested for
typical body-worn operations with the back of the phone kept 0.59 inches (1.5
cm) between the user’s body and the back of the phone. To comply with FCC RF
exposure requirements, a minimum separation
distance of 0.59 inches (1.5 cm) must be maintained between the user’s body
and the back of the phone. Third-party belt clips, holsters, and similar
accessories containing metallic components should not be used. Body-worn
accessories that cannot maintain 0.59 inches (1.5 cm) separation distance
between the user’s body and the back of the phone, and have not been tested
for typical body-worn operations may not comply with FCC RF exposure limits
and should be avoided. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this
model phone with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the
FCC RF emission guidelines.
The highest SAR value for this model phone, when tested for use at the ear, is
XXX W/kg and when worn on the body, as described in this user’s manual, is XXX
W/kg. While there may be differences between SAR levels of various phones and
at various positions, they all meet the government requirement for safe
exposure. SAR information on this model phone is on file with the FCC and can
be found under the Display Grant section of
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/ea/fccid/ after
searching on FCC ID: R38YLCP3321AT. To find information that pertains to a
particular model phone, this site uses the phone FCC ID number which is
usually printed somewhere on the case of the phone. sometimes
it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number. Once you
have the FCC ID number for your phone, follow the instructions on the website
and it should provide values for typical or maximum SAR for that phone.
Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the
Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA) website at
http://www.ctia.org/ In the United States and Canada, the
SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg (W/kg) averaged
over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a substantial margin of
safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any
variations in measurements.
FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices
On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Report and
Order in WT Docket 01- 309 modified the exception of wireless phones under the
Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to require digital wireless
phones be compatible with hearing aids. The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure
reasonable access to telecommunications services for persons with hearing
disabilities. While some wireless phones are used near some hearing devices
(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 noise, and phones also vary in the amount of interference they
generate. The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating system for
wireless phones, to assist hearing device users to find phones that may be
compatible with their hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated. Phones
that are rated have the rating on their box or a label located on the box. The
ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary depending on the user’s hearing
device and hearing loss. If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to
interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone successfully. Trying
out the phone with your hearing device is the best way to evaluate this.
M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to
generate less interference to hearing devices than phones that are not
labeled. M4 is the better/higher of the two ratings. T-Ratings: Phones rated
T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements and are likely to generate less interference to
hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. T4 is the better/ higher of
the two ratings. Hearing devices may also be rated. Your hearing device
manufacturer or hearing health professional may help you find this rating.
Higher ratings mean that the hearing device is relatively immune to
interference noise. The hearing aid and wireless phone rating values are then
added together. A sum of 5 is considered acceptable for normal use. A sum of 6
is considered for best use. In the example illustrated above, if a hearing aid
meets the M2 level rating and the wireless phone meets the M3 level rating,
the sum of the two values equals M5. This should provide the hearing-aid user
with “normal usage” while using their hearing aid with the particular wireless
phone. “Normal usage” in this context is defined as a signal quality that’s
acceptable for normal operation. The M mark is intended to be synonymous with
the U mark. The T mark is intended to be synonymous with the UT mark. The M
and T marks are recommended by the Alliance for Telecommunications Industries
Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT marks are referenced in Section 20.19 of the
FCC Rules. The HAC rating and measurement procedure are described in the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard. When you’re
talking on a cell phone, it’s recommended that you turn the BT (Bluetooth)
mode off for HAC. For information about hearing aids and digital wireless
phones Wireless Phones and Hearing Aid
Accessibilityhttp://www.accesswireless.org/Home.aspx
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume Control
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/hac_wireless.htm
Standard Limited Warranty
(This standard Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces for all purposes the
Standard Limited Warranty that appears in the enclosed documentation if any)
COOLPAD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.(“COOLPAD”) warrants that COOLPAD’s handsets and
accessories enclosed herein (“Products”) are free from defects in material and
the workmanship under normal use and service for the period commencing upon
the date of purchase by the first consumer purchaser and continuing for the
following specified period of time after that date:
Phone | 12 months |
---|---|
Battery and Charger | 6 months |
Other Accessories(If included in the box set) | 3 months |
This Limited Warranty is conditioned upon proper use of the Products. This
Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting from
accident, misuse, abnormal use, abnormal conditions, improper storage,
exposure to liquid, moisture, dampness, sand or dirt, neglect, or unusual
physical, electrical or electromechanical stress; (b) cratches, dents, and
cosmetic damage unless caused by COOLPAD; (c) defects or damage resulting from
excessive force or use of a metallic object when pressing on a touch screen;
(d) equipment from which the serial number and/or the enhancement data code
have been removed, defaced, damaged, altered, made illegible, and/or otherwise
tampered with; (e) ordinary wear and tear; (f) defects or damage resulting
from the use of Product in conjunction or connection with accessories,
products, or ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by
COOLPAD; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper testing, operation,
maintenance, installation, service, or adjustment not furnished or pproved by
COOLPAD; (h) defects or damage resulting from external causes such as
collision with an object, fire, flooding, dirt, windstorm, lightning,
earthquake, exposure to weather conditions, theft, blown fuse, or improper use
of any electrical source; (i) defects or damage resulting from cellular signal
reception or transmission, viruses, and/or other software problems introduced
into the Product; or (j) Product used or purchased outside the United States.
This Limited Warranty covers batteries only if battery capacity falls below
80% of rated capacity or the battery leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not
cover any battery if: (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger
not specified or approved by COOLPAD for charging the battery; (ii) any of the
seals on the battery are broken or show evidence of tampering; or (iii) the
battery has been used in equipment other than the COOLPAD phone for which it
is specified.
During the applicable warranty period, provided the Product subject to the
warranty claim is returned in accordance with the terms of this Limited
Warranty, COOLPAD will repair or replace such Product, at COOLPAD’S sole
option, without charge. COOLPAD may, at COOLPAD’s sole option, use rebuilt,
reconditioned, or new parts or components when repairing any Product, or may
replace the Product with a rebuilt, reconditioned or new Product. All other
repaired/replaced Products will be warranted for a period equal to the
remainder of the original Limited Warranty on the original Product or for
ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. All replaced Products, parts,
components, boards, and equipment shall become the property of COOLPAD. Except
to any extent expressly allowed by applicable law, transfer or assignment of
this Limited Warranty is prohibited. To obtain service under this Limited
Warranty, you must return the Product to an authorized phone service facility
in an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by the sales receipt or
comparable proof of sale showing the original date of purchase, the serial
number of the Product, and the seller’s name and address. Replacement parts
and related service manual and diagnostic tools are available in our
authorized service center within ninety (90) days after the launch of the
Product. Replacement parts and/or services are available for three years after
the end of production of the product. To obtain assistance on where to deliver
the Product, please call COOLPAD Customer Care at
1-877-606-5753. If COOLPAD determines
that any Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, you must pay all
parts, shipping, and labor charges for the repair or return of such Product.
You should keep a separate backup copy of any contents of the Product before
delivering the Product to COOLPAD for warranty service, as some or all of the
contents may be deleted or reformatted during the course of warranty service.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SETS OUT THE FULL EXTENT OF COOLPAD’S RESPONSIBILITIES
AND THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY REGARDING THE PRODUCTS. ALL DISPUTES WITH COOLPAD
ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE SALE, CONDITION, OR
PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCTS SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY BY ANY COURT WITH
COMPETENT JURISDICTION. Any such dispute shall not be combined or consolidated
with a dispute involving any other person’s or entity’s Product or claim, and
specifically, without limitation of the foregoing, shall not under any
circumstances proceed as part of a class action. The laws of the State of
California, without reference to its choice of laws principles, shall govern
the interpretation of the Limited Warranty and all disputes arising out of the
products or services.
This settlement of disputes also applies to claims against COOLPAD’S
employees, contractors, agents, and/or other representatives, as well as any
of all of its affiliated entities, regardless of the place of incorporation,
if any such claim arises from the Product’s sale, condition or performance.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, neither this warranty nor provision of any
Product shall, in and of itself, provide for in persona jurisdiction over any
of COOLPAD’s employees, contractors, agents, and/or other representatives, or
over its affiliated entities.
Severability
If any portion of this Limited Warranty is held to be illegal or
unenforceable, such partial illegality or unenforceability shall not affect
the enforceability of the remainder of the limited Warranty.
Coolpad Technologies, Inc.
Email: hello@coolpad.com
Customer Service: 1-877-606-5753