HTC PJ40100 Users Manual

Safety and

regulatory guide

2 Safety and regulatory guide

Please read before proceeding

THE BATTERY IS NOT FULLY CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE THE
DEVICE OUT OF THE BOX.
YOUR WARRANTY IS INVALIDATED IF YOU DISASSEMBLE OR
ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE DEVICE.

Privacy restrictions

Some countries require full disclos ure of recorded telephone
conversations, and stipulate that you must inform the person with
whom you are speaking that the conversation is being recorded.
Always obey t he relevant laws and regulations of your country
when using the recording feature of your phone.

Disclaimers

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DOCUMENTATION (“ACCESSED INFORMATION”) ARE
PROVIDED “AS IS” AND WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OR ANY
TECHNICAL SUPPORT. TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED
BY APPLICABLE LAW, HTC AND ITS AFFILIATES expressly
disclaim any and all representations and warranties, ar ising by law
or otherwise, related to t he Accessed Information, including
without limitation any express or implied representation or
warranty of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose,
non-infringeme nt, quality, accuracy, complete ness, effectiveness,
reliability, or usefulness. Without limiting the foregoing, it is further
understood that HTC and its Affiliates are not responsible for any
use of the Accessed Information or the results arising from such
use, and that you use s uch information at your own risk.

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Read this manual’s
Safety Information
and General
Precautions.

Do not use
hand-held while
driving

For body-worn
operation maintain
a separation of 1.5
cm

Small parts may
cause a choking
hazard

This device may
produce a loud
sound

Keep away from
pacemakers and
other personal
medical devices

Switch off when
instructed in
hospitals and
medical facilities

Switch off when
instructed in aircraft
and airports

Switch off in
explosive
environments

Do not use while
re-fuelling

This device may
produce a bright or
flashing light

Do not dispose of in
a fire

Avoid contact with
magnetic media

Avoid extreme
temperatures

Avoid contact with
liquid, keep dry

Do not try and
disassemble

Do not rely on this
device for
emergency
communications

Only use approved
accessories

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Limitation of damages

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTE NT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW,
IN NO EVENT SHALL HTC OR ITS AFFILIATES BE LIABLE TO
YOU, ANY USER, OR THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF
ANY KIND, ARISING IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LI MITED TO, INJURY, LOSS OF REVENUE,
LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS
OF DATA, AND/OR LOSS OF PRO FITS, REGARDLESS OF THE
FORESEEABILITY THEREOF OR WHETHER HTC OR ITS
AFFILIATES H AVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES. AND IN NO EVENT SHALL THE TOTAL
LIABILITY OF H TC OR ITS AFFILIATES EXCEED THE AMOUNT
RECEIVED FROM YOU, REGARDLE SS OF THE LEGAL THEORY
UNDER WHICH THE CAUSE OF ACTION IS BROUGHT. THE
FOREGOING DOES NOT AFFECT ANY STATUTORY RIGHTS
WHICH MAY NOT BE DISCLAIMED.

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 instr uctions.
Observe all warnings in the operat ing instructions on the product.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage
to the equipme nt, observe the following precautions.

Electrical safety

This product is intended for use w hen supplied with power from
the designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be
dangerous and will inva lidate any approval given to this product.

Safety precautions for proper grounding installation

CAUTION

: Connecting to improperly grounded equipment can
result in an electric shock to your device.
This product is equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with
desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is properly
grounded (earthed) 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 plug must be plugged into an appropriate

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outlet which 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 ratings 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.
This product should be operated only with the following
designated power supply unit(s).

AC adapter:

HTC, Model TC U250, TC B270, TCE 250, TC B250, TC A250,

 Handle battery packs carefully

This product contains a Lithium-ion polymer or Lithium-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 circ uits, dispose of in fire or water, or
expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 60˚C
(140˚F).

WARNING

: To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not
disassemble, crush, puncture, short external
contacts, expose to temperature above 60° C
(140° F), or dispose of in fire or water. Recycle or
dispose of used batteries according to the local
regulations or reference guide supplied with your
product.

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 Take extra precautions

 Keep the device dry and away from water or any liquid as it

may cause a short circuit.

 The phone should only be connected to prod ucts that bear

the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance
program.

 If the battery leaks:

 Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with skin or

clothing. If already in contact, flush the affected area
immediately with clean water and seek medical advice.

 Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with eyes. If

already in contact, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water
immediately and seek medical advice.

 Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away from

fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.

Safety precautions for direct sunlight

Keep this prod uct away from excessive moisture and extreme
temperatures. Do not leave the product 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 a 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.

Prevention of hearing loss

CAUTION

: Permanent hearing loss may occur if
earphones or headphones are used at high volume for
prolonged periods of time.

NOTE

: For France, Earphone (listed be low) for this device have
been tested to comply with the Sound Pressure Level requirement
laid down in t he applicable NF EN 50332-1:2000 and/or NF EN
50332-2:2003 standards as required by French Article L. 5232-1.

 Earphone, ma nufactured by HTC, Model HS S250.

Safety in aircraft

Due to the pos sible 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 against
the law in most countries. If you want to use this device when on
board an aircraft, remember to turn off your phone by switching to
Airplane Mode.