LG GD570 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL GD570

OWNER’S MANUAL

GD570

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Congratulations on your purchase of the
advanced and compact GD570 phone by
LG, designed to operate with the latest
digital mobile communication technology.

Some of the contents in this manual may differ
from your phone depending on the software of
the phone or your service provider.

GD570 User Guide

Contents

For Your Safety .................3

Getting Started .............39

Understanding Your

Phone .............................. 49

Call Functions ................60

Menu Navigation ........... 74

Entering Text .................. 78

Understanding Your

Contacts ..........................84

Messages ........................ 96

Changing Your

Settings ......................... 109

web2go Browsing ....... 129

Organizer ...................... 132

Camera .......................... 143

Media ............................. 156

Fav es .............................. 164

Software Update ..........167

Accessories .................. 168

Trouble Shooting ........ 169

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For Your Safety

Safety Information

Please read and observe the following information
for safe and proper use of your phone and to
prevent damage.

Violation of the instructions may cause minor or
serious damage to the product.

Do not disassemble or open crush, bend or •
deform, puncture or shred.
Do not modify or remanufacture, attempt to •
insert foreign objects into the battery, immerse
or expose to water or other liquids, expose to fire,
explosion or other hazard.
Only use the battery for the system for which it •
is specified.
Only use the battery with a charging system •
that has been qualified with the system per
this standard. Use of an unqualified battery or
charger may present a risk of fire, explosion,
leakage, or other hazard.
Do not short circuit a battery or allow metallic •
conductive objects to contact battery terminals.
Replace the battery only with another battery •
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,

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explosion, leakage or other hazard.
Promptly dispose of used batteries in •
accordance with local regulations.
Battery usage by children should be supervised. •
Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the •
phone or battery is dropped, especially on a hard
surface, and the user suspects damage, take it
to a service center for inspection.
Improper battery use may result in a fire, •
explosion or other hazard.
For those host devices that utilize a USB port •
as a charging source, the host device’s user
manual shall include a statement that the phone
shall only be connected to products that bear
the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF
compliance program.

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.
Unplug the power cord and charger during •
lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.
Use the correct adapter for your phone when •
using the battery pack charger abroad.

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Battery Information and Care

Please read the manual of proper installation and •
removal of the battery.
Please read the manual of specified charger •
about charging method.
Do not damage the power cord by bending, •
twisting, or heating. Do not use the plug if it is
loose as it may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not place any heavy items on the power cord.
Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as it
may cause electric shock or fire.
Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your •
phone, and clean the power plug pin when it’s
dirty. When using the power plug, ensure that it’s
firmly connected. If not, it may cause excessive
heat or fire. If you put your phone in a pocket or
bag without covering the receptacle of the phone
(power plug pin), metallic articles (such as a coin,
paperclip or pen) may short-circuit the phone.
Short-circuit of the terminal may damage the
battery and cause an explosion. Always cover the
receptacle when not in use.
Recharge the battery after long periods of •
non-use to maximize battery life. Battery life will
vary due to usage pattern and environmental
conditions.

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Never store your phone in temperature less than •

-4 °F or greater than 122 °F.
Charging temperature range is between 32 •
°F and 113 °F. Do not charge the battery out of
recommended temperature range. Charging
out of recommended range might cause the
generating heat or serious damage of battery.
And also, it might cause the deterioration of
battery’s characteristics and cycle life.
Do not use or leave the battery under the blazing •
sun or in heated car by sunshine. The battery
may generate heat, smoke or flame. And also,
it might cause the deterioration of battery’s
characteristics or cycle life.
The battery pack has protection circuit to avoid •
the danger. Do not use near places that can
generate static electricity more than 100V which
could damage the protection circuit. Damaged
protection circuits may generate smoke, rupture
or ignite.
When using the battery for the first time, if it •
emits a bad smell, you see rust on it, or anything
else abnormal, do not use the equipment
and bring the battery to the shop which it was
bought.

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Keep batteries away from babies and small •
children. If children use the battery, their parents
or legal guardians are responsible for supervising
and teaching them about the safe handling of
batteries and how to use batteries according to
the manual with care.
If liquid from the battery rubs against skin or •
clothing, wash with fresh water. It may cause the
skin inflammation. Remove and do not use the
battery. Be careful that children do not swallow
any parts (such as earphone, connection parts of
the phone, etc.). This could cause asphyxiation or
suffocation resulting in serious injury or death.
Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it •
is being charged. It may cause an electric shock
or seriously damage your phone.
Do not place or answer calls while charging the •
phone as it may short-circuit the phone and/or
cause electric shock or fire.
Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, •
benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean
your phone. This could cause a fire.

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General Notice

An emergency call can be made only within a •
service area. For an emergency call, make sure
that you are within a service area and that the
phone is turned on.
Do not place items containing magnetic •
components such as a credit card, phone card,
bank book, or subway ticket near your phone.
The magnetism of the phone may damage the
data stored in the magnetic strip.
Talking on your phone for a long period of time •
may reduce call quality due to heat generated
during use.
When the phone is not used for a long period •
time, store it in a safe place with the power cord
unplugged.
Using the phone in proximity to receiving •
equipment (i.e., TV or radio) may cause
interference to the phone.
Do not use the phone if the antenna is •
damaged. If a damaged antenna contacts skin,
it may cause a slight burn. Please contact an
LG Authorized Service Center to replace the
damaged antenna.

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The data saved in your phone might be deleted •
due to careless use, repair of the phone, or
upgrade of the software. Please backup your
important phone numbers. (Ringtones, text
messages, voice messages, pictures, and videos
could also be deleted.) The manufacturer is not
liable for damage due to the loss of data.
When you use the phone in public places, set •
the ringtone to vibration so you don’t disturb
others.
Do not turn your phone on or off when putting it •

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 unnecessarily.

FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance

This device and its accessories comply with part 15
of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device and its accessories
may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device and its accessories must accept any
interference received, including interference that
causes undesired operation.

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Part 15.21

Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

Part 15.105 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 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 or more of the following
measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•
Increase the separation between the equipment •
and receiver.

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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.

FCC RF Exposure Information

WARNING! Read this information before operating
the phone.

In August 1996, the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) of the United States, with its
action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted
an updated safety standard for human exposure
to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy
emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those
guidelines are consistent with the safety standard
previously set by both U.S. and international
standards bodies. The design of this phone
complies with the FCC guidelines and these
international standards.

Bodily Contact During Operation

This device was tested for typical use with the
back of the phone kept 0.79 inches (2 cm)
from the body. To comply with FCC RF exposure
requirements, a minimum separation distance
of 0.79 inches (2 cm) must be maintained
between the user’s body and the back of the
phone, including the antenna, whether extended

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or retracted. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and
similar accessories containing metallic components
should not be used. Avoid the use of accessories
that cannot maintain 0.79 inches (2 cm) distance
between the user’s body and the back of the phone
and have not been tested for compliance with FCC
RF exposure limits.

Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna

(Optional, if available.)
To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements, keep
8 inches (20 cm) between the user / bystander
and vehicle-mounted external antenna. For more
information about RF exposure, visit the FCC
website at www.fcc.gov.

Caution

Use only the supplied antenna. Use of unauthorized
antennas (or modifications to the antenna) could
impair call quality, damage the phone, void your
warranty and/or violate FCC regulations.
Don’t use the phone with a damaged antenna.
A damaged antenna could cause a minor skin
burn. Contact your local dealer for a replacement
antenna.

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Consumer Information About Radio
Frequency Emissions

Your wireless phone, which contains a radio
transmitter and receiver, emits radio frequency
energy during use. The following consumer
information addresses commonly asked questions
about the health effects of wireless phones.

Are wireless phones safe?

Scientific research on the subject of wireless
phones and radio frequency (“RF”) energy has
been conducted worldwide for many years, and
continues. In the United States, the Food and
Drug Administration (“FDA”) and the Federal
Communications Commission (“FCC”) set policies
and procedures for wireless phones. The FDA
issued a website publication on health issues
related to cell phone usage where it states, “The
scientific community at large … believes that the
weight of scientific evidence does not show an
association between exposure to radiofrequency
(RF) from cell phones and adverse health
outcomes. Still the scientific community does
recommend conducting additional research to
address gaps in knowledge. That research is being
conducted around the world and FDA continues to
monitor developments in this field. You can access

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the joint FDA/FCC website at http://www.fda.gov
(under “c”
in the subject index, select Cell Phones >
Research). You can also contact the FDA toll-free
at [phone] or (888) INFO-FDA. In June
2000, the FDA entered into a cooperative research
and development agreement through which
additional scientific research is being conducted.
The FCC issued its own website publication stating
that “there is no scientific evidence that proves
that wireless phone usage can lead to cancer or
a variety of other problems, including headaches,
dizziness or memory loss.” This publication is
available at http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety or
through the FCC at [phone] or (888)
CALL-FCC.

What does “SAR” mean?

In 1996, the FCC, working with the FDA, the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and
other agencies, established RF exposure safety
guidelines for wireless phones in the United States.
Before a wireless phone model is available for sale
to the public, it must be tested by the manufacturer
and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed
limits established by the FCC. One of these limits is
expressed as a Specific Absorption Rate, or “SAR.”
SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF

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energy in the body. Tests for SAR are conducted
with the phone transmitting at its highest power
level in all tested frequency bands. Since 1996,
the FCC has required that the SAR of handheld
wireless phones not exceed 1.6 watts per kilogram,
averaged over one gram of tissue.
Although the SAR is determined at the highest
power level, the actual SAR value of a wireless
phone while operating can be less than the
reported SAR value. This is because the SAR value
may vary from call to call, depending on factors
such as proximity to a cell site, the proximity of
the phone to the body while in use, and the use
of hands-free devices. 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
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.
The highest SAR value for this model phone when
tested for use at the ear is 0.67 W/kg and when
worn on the body, as described in this user guide,
is 0.52 W/kg (body-worn measurements differ
among phone models, depending upon available
accessories and FCC requirements).

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While there may be differences between SAR
levels of various phones and at various positions,
they all meet the government requirement for safe
exposure.
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. 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 BEJGD570.
For more information about SARs, see the FCC’s
OET Bulletins 56 and 65 at http://www.fcc.gov/
Bureaus/Engineering_Technology/Documents/
bulletins or visit the Cellular Telecommunications
Industry Association website at http://www.ctia.org/
consumer_info/index.cfm/AID/10371. You may also
wish to contact the manufacturer of your phone.

Can I minimize my RF exposure?

If you are concerned about RF, there are several
simple steps you can take to minimize your RF
exposure. You can, of course, reduce your talk time.
You can place more distance between your body
and the source of the RF, as the exposure level
drops off dramatically with distance. The FDA/FCC
website states that “hands-free kits can be used

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with wireless phones for convenience and comfort.
These systems reduce the absorption of RF energy
in the head because the phone, which is the source
of the RF emissions, will not be placed against the
head. On the other hand, if the phone is mounted
against the waist or other part of the body during
use, then that part of the body will absorb more RF
energy. Wireless phones marketed in the U.S. are
required to meet safety requirements regardless
of whether they are used against the head or
against the body. Either configuration should result
in compliance with the safety limit.” Also, if you
use your wireless phone while in a car, you can
use a phone with an antenna on the outside of
the vehicle. You should also read and follow your
wireless phone manufacturer’s instructions for the
safe operation of your phone.

Do wireless phones pose any special risks to
children?

The FDA/FCC website states that “the scientific
evidence does not show a danger to users of
wireless communication devices, including children.”
The FDA/FCC website further states that “some
groups sponsored by other national governments
have advised that children be discouraged from
using wireless phones at all”. For example, the
Stewart Report from the United Kingdom [“UK”]

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made such a recommendation in December 2000.
In this report a group of independent experts noted
that no evidence exists that using a cell phone
causes brain tumors or other ill effects. [The UK’s]
recommendation to limit cell phone use by children
was strictly precautionary; it was not based on
scientific evidence that any health hazard exists.
A copy of the UK’s leaflet is available at http://
www.dh.gov.uk (search “mobile”), or you can write
to: NRPB, Chilton, Didcot, Oxon OX11 ORQ, United
Kingdom. Copies of the UK’s annual reports on
mobile phones and RF are available online at www.
iegmp.org.uk and http://www.hpa.org.uk/radiation/
(search “mobile”). Parents who wish to reduce their
children’s RF exposure may choose to restrict their
children’s wireless phone use.

Where can I get further information about RF
emissions?

For further information, see the following additional
resources (websites current as of April 2005):

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

FDA Consumer magazine
November-December 2000
Telephone: (888) INFO-FDA
http://www.fda.gov (Under “c” in the subject index,
select Cell Phones > Research.)

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U.S. Federal Communications Commission

445 12th Street, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20554
Telephone: [phone]
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety

Independent Expert Group on Mobile Phones

http://www.iegmp.org.uk

Royal Society of Canada Expert Panels on
Potential Health Risks of Radio Frequency Fields
from Wireless Telecommunication Devices

283 Sparks Street
Ottawa, Ontario K1R 7X9
Canada
Telephone: [phone]

World Health Organization

Avenue Appia 20
1211 Geneva 27
Switzerland
Telephone: [phone]
http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs193/
en/

International Commission on Non-Ionizing
Radiation Protection

c/o Bundesamt fur Strahlenschutz
Ingolstaedter Landstr. 1
85764 Oberschleissheim

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Germany
Telephone: [phone] 2156
http://www.icnirp.de

American National Standards Institute

1819 L Street, N.W., 6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20036
Telephone: [phone]
http://www.ansi.org

National Council on Radiation Protection and
Measurements

7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 800
Bethesda, MD 20814-3095
Telephone: [phone]
http://www.ncrponline.org

Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society,
Committee on Man and Radiation (COMAR)
of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics
Engineers

http://ewh.ieee.org/soc/embs/comar/

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

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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:
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).

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Antenna Care

Use only the supplied or an 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:
Don’t touch the antenna unnecessarily when the
phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects
call quality and may cause the phone to operate at
a higher power level than otherwise needed.

Electronic Devices

Most modern electronic equipment is shielded
from RF signals. However, certain electronic
equipment may not be shielded against the RF
signals from your wireless phone.

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.

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These recommendations are consistent with the
independent research by and recommendations of
Wireless Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers:

Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six •

(6) inches from their pacemaker when the phone

is turned ON;

Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;•

Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to •

minimize the potential for interference;

Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there •

is any reason to suspect that interference is

taking place.

Hearing Aids

Some digital wireless phones may interfere
with some hearing aids. In the event of such
interference, you may want to consult your service
provider (or call the customer service line to discuss
alternatives).

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical device,
consult the manufacturer of your device to
determine if it is adequately shielded from external
RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you
in obtaining this information.

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Health Care Facilities

Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when
any regulations posted in these areas instruct you
to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may use
equipment that could be sensitive to external RF
energy.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor
vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its
representative regarding your vehicle. You should
also consult the manufacturer of any equipment
that has been added to your vehicle.

Posted Facilities

Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted
notices so require.

Aircraft

FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while in
the air. Switch OFF your phone before boarding an
aircraft.

Blasting Areas

To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn
your phone OFF when in a “blasting area” or in
areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio”. Obey all
signs and instructions.

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Potentially Explosive Atmosphere

Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a
potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs
and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause
an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even
death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are
often, but not always marked clearly. Potential
areas may include: fueling areas (such as gasoline
stations); below deck on boats; fuel or chemical
transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied
petroleum gas (such as propane or butane); areas
where the air contains chemicals or particles (such
as grain, dust, or metal powders); and any other
area where you would normally be advised to turn
off your vehicle engine.

For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag

An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place
objects, including either installed or portable
wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or
in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless
equipment is improperly installed and the air bag
inflates, serious injury could result.

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when putting it 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 unnecessarily.

FDA
Consumer
Update

FDA Consumer Update

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s
Center for Devices and Radiological
Health Consumer Update on Mobile

Phones:

1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard?

The available 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 in the microwave range while being used.
They also emit very low levels of RF when in
standby mode. Whereas high levels of RF can
produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure
to low level RF that does not produce heating
effects causes no known adverse health effects.
Many studies of low level RF exposures have
not found any biological effects. Some studies
have suggested that some biological effects may
occur, but such findings have not been confirmed
by additional research. In some cases, other
researchers have had difficulty in reproducing
those studies, or in determining the reasons for
inconsistent results.

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2. 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 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 does not justify
FDA regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the
wireless phone industry to take a number of steps,
including the following:

Support needed research into possible biological •

effects of RF of the type emitted by wireless

phones;

Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes •

any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary

for device function; and

Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones •

with the best possible information on possible

effects of wireless phone use on human health.
The FDA belongs to an interagency working group

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of the 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:

National Institute for Occupational Safety and •
Health
Environmental Protection Agency•
Occupational Safety and Health Administration•
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 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

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