LG Leon 4G LTE Quick Start Manual

Printed in China

Welcome

Start Guide

Guia de inicio

Welcome

MBM65218001 (1.0)

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By selecting a rate plan and activating your
phone, you agree to the MetroPCS Terms and
Conditions of Service available at metropcs.com.

This Start Guide is to get you up and running. For
the complete User Guide,
please visit www.lg.com/us. After searching for
the model name, click on
PRODUCT SUPPORT on the model page.

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el nombre del modelo, haga clic en PRODUCT
favor visite www.lg.com/us. Después de buscar
teléfono. Para la guía de usuario completa, por
Esta Guía de inicio le ayuda a iniciar el uso del

de MetroPCS disponible en metropcs.com.
acuerda a los términos y condiciones de servicio
Al seleccionar un plan y activar su teléfono, usted

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION .........................................2

Your Phone .................................................3

Setup .........................................................5

Unlocking the screen ..................................7

Making a call ..............................................7

Adding a new contact .................................7

Sending a message ....................................8

Gesture shot ...............................................9

QuickMemo+ ............................................10

Wi-Fi Calling .............................................11

Account Detail ..........................................12

Payment Options ......................................12

®

MyMetro

For Assistance ..........................................13

MetroPCS Terms and Conditions of

Service (“Agreement”) ...............................16

Safety .......................................................20

Open Source Software Notice Information ...59

Limited Warranty Statement......................60

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INTRODUCTION

Service

You will need the following information when
activating service:

•

Your name, address and an eight-digit
number that you will use to access your
account (your personal identification number
“PIN”).

•

Your serial number (IMEI) and SIM card
number. To locate the serial number, remove
the phone from the box and remove the
battery cover from the phone. The serial
number is located near the bar code. It will be
either 14 or 18 digits. The SIM card number
can be located below the bottom bar code
on the back of the SIM card holder.

•

If your phone does not have a removable
battery, check the box label or phone
settings to locate the serial number.

•

Your choice of MetroPCS plan and services
including unlimited data, talk and text plans.

•

Install the battery, if applicable, and SIM card
in your new phone by following the step by
step instructions in this phone’s User Guide.

•

Once your phone is powered up, dial

1.888.8metro8 (1.888.863.8768) to connect
with an activation representative who will
assist you in activating your phone. You can
also activate your phone online by visiting
metropcs.com. (As soon as your service is
activated, be sure to fully charge the phone’s
battery before using it again.)

Don’t hesitate to ask your MetroPCS
representative for more information on additional
features and services or visit metropcs.com.

2

Your Phone

Headset Jack
Microphone
Earpiece
Proximity Sensor

Front Camera Lens
Charger/USB port
Microphone

3

Rear Camera Lens
Flash
Volume Keys

4

Speaker
Power/Lock Key

Setup

Turning on the phone

Press and hold the
seconds.

Charging the phone

•

The Charger/USB port is at the bottom of
the phone.

•

To maximize battery life, make sure that the
battery is fully charged before you use it the
first time.

Power/Lock Key

for a few

5

Before you start using the phone, you must
insert the SIM or USIM card and battery.

Installing the SIM or USIM card
and battery

1

Remove the back cover.

2 Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot as

shown in the figure below.

3 Insert the battery.
4 Replace the back cover.

NOTE

Only microSIM card types work with this

device.

6

Unlocking the screen

By default, your screen will lock after a period
of inactivity, then turn off.

1

Press the
on the screen.

2 Swipe the screen in any direction to unlock it.

Power/Lock Key

or double-tap

Making a call

1

From the Home screen, tap >
(if necessary) >

2 Enter the number using the dialer. To delete a

digit, tap

3 After entering the desired number, tap

place the call.

4 To end the call, tap

TIP!

To enter “+” to make international calls, touch

and hold

to open the dialer.

.

.

.

Apps

tab

to

Adding a new contact

1

From the Home screen, tap >
tab (if necessary) >
contact’s number.

2 Tap > Add to Contacts.
3 If you want to add a picture to the new

contact, tap the image icon. Choose Take

photo or Select from Gallery.
4 Enter the desired information for the contact.
5 Tap Save.

and enter the new

Apps

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Sending a message

1

From the Home screen, tap >

(if necessary) >

> to create a new

message.
2 Enter a contact name or contact number into

the To field. As you enter the contact name,

matching contacts appear. You can tap a

suggested recipient and add more than one

contact.

NOTE

You may be charged for each text message

you send. Please consult with your service provider.

3 Tap the text field and begin composing your

message.
4 Tap

to open the messaging options.

TIP!

You can tap to attach a fi le that you want

to share.

5 Tap Send to send your message.

TIP!

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country, depending on the language and how the
text message is coded.

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message, it is automatically converted into a
multimedia message and you may be charged
accordingly.

Apps

tab

8

Gesture shot

The Gesture shot feature allows you to take
a picture with a hand gesture using the front
camera.

To take a photo

There are two methods for using the Gesture
shot feature.

• Raise your hand, with an open palm, until

the front camera detects it and a box

appears on the screen. Then close your

hand into a fist to start the timer, allowing

you time to get ready.

• Raise your hand, in a clenched fist, until the

front camera detects it and a box appears

on the screen. Then unclench your fist to

start the timer, allowing you time to get

ready.

OR

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QuickMemo+

The QuickMemo+ feature allows you to
capture screen shots and use them to create
memos.

1

While the screen is off, press and hold the

Volume Up Key.

OR

While the screen is on, slide the Status Bar
downward and tap

2 Use the toolbar to create a memo.

3 Tap to save the memo. To exit

QuickMemo+ at any time, tap

.

.

10

Wi-Fi Calling

Wi-Fi Calling allows you to make and receive
phone calls and messages over a Wi-Fi
connection.

Important!

You must have an E911 address registered
with your account in order to use Wi-Fi
Calling. Log into your account at metropcs.
com and go to your profile to register your
address. You can also register an E911
address via the myMetro

To enable/disable Wi-Fi Calling

1

From any Home screen, touch and hold

the

Recent Apps Button
settings > Networks tab > Tethering &
networks.

2 Tap the Wi-Fi Calling switch

activate/deactivate the feature.

To change the connection
preference for Wi-Fi Calling

1

From any Home screen, touch and hold
the

Recent Apps Button
settings > Networks tab > Tethering &
networks > Wi-Fi Calling.

2 Select your connection preference.

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app.

>

>

System

to

System

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Account Detail

• Text Message Reminder.

provides a text message reminder on your
phone before payment is due.

• E-statement.

summary online.
(Only available in select states.)

• Call Detail.

a listing of all local calls made during the
service cycle. (Additional charge applies.)

View your statement

View your call detail online for

MetroPCS

Payment Options

There are several ways to pay for your
MetroPCS service.

•

Auto Pay. Your credit or debit card is

automatically debited five days before
payment is due.

•

Express Pay. Pay by credit or debit card

online at metropcs.com.

•

Drop Box.* Drop a check made

payable to MetroPCS or money order in a
MetroPCS store drop box.

•

By Mail. Include your account number

and phone number on your check or
money order and mail to: MetroPCS, P.O.

Box 5119, Carol Stream, IL 60197-5119.

•

By Phone via Automated System.

Pay by credit or debit card from your
MetroPCS phone by dialing 1.888.8metro8.
(Convenience fee applies.)

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•

Store Payment Machine.* Accepts

cash, debit or credit card (with PIN).
(Convenience fee applies.)

•

Over the Counter.* Pay at an

Authorized Payment Location with cash,
check, credit or debit card. (Fees vary
based on location.)

•

eWallet. Sign up for MyAccount through

metropcs.com and create your own secure
eWallet where you can safely store cards for
quick payment and set up auto pay.

•

Text to Pay. The secure and easy way

to pay your monthly MetroPCS service.
Register your credit or debit card with
the MetroPCS eWallet service and simply
respond to a text from PAYNOW (729699)
to pay.

* Not available at all locations.

MyMetro

•

Manage your MetroPCS account right on
your phone.
By dialing any of the customer service
numbers you can change your rate plan,
change your features and pay your bill. Just
follow the instructions on your phone.

®

For Assistance

Please visit your local MetroPCS store or refer
to the following options if you need additional
assistance.

•

Sign up for MyAccount to view account
details, check your balance, make a
payment, manage eWallet and more.

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•

MetroPCS automated customer service

from any phone...............1.888.8metro8

and follow the prompts (1.888.863.8768)

•

Online information..............metropcs.com

Please follow us at:

@MetroPCS
facebook.com/MetroPCS

Coverage: Coverage and services not

available everywhere. Nationwide long
distance only available to the continental U.S.
and Puerto Rico. Coverage, rates, services
and features subject to change.

Text Messages: Text messages can only

be sent while in a MetroPCS coverage area or
in a compatible roaming area. No guarantee
of text message delivery.

General: Family Plan is limited to five lines

attached to one account and use of qualifying
phones. Limited time offer. Certain restrictions
apply. Phone selection and availability may
vary by store. Compatible MetroPCS device
required; not all features or plans available
with all devices. MetroPCS features and
services for personal use only. Not all services
are available in all covered areas.

Data Plans: For $40 and $50 plans, full

available speeds apply up to monthly data
allotment; then speeds slowed to average
MetroPCS network speeds for remainder
of billing cycle. Your phone will continue to
indicate that it is receiving a MetroPCS 4G
or 4G LTE signal even if your usage is not
at full available speed. Wi-Fi usage does not

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count toward your monthly data allotment.
Use of some content, features, or services
may incur separate, additional charges and/
or require a qualifying data plan or access
to Wi-Fi connection. Data Top-Up purchase
provides an additional 1GB of high speed
data. Data Top-Up allotments may only be
used during the Billing Cycle in which they
were purchased.

Abnormal Usage: Service may be

slowed, suspended, terminated, or restricted
for misuse, abnormal use, interference with
our network or ability to provide quality
service to other users, or roaming usage
predominance. See store or metropcs.com for
coverage, details and Terms and Conditions
of Service (including arbitration provision).

Copyright: MetroPCS related trademarks

and other intellectual property are the
exclusive properties of T-Mobile USA, Inc.
All other trademarks and other intellectual
property are the properties of their respective
owners. Copyright ©2015 T-Mobile USA, Inc.

Your device may not work if you alter its
original software. This device will only operate
with firmware versions that have been
approved for use by MetroPCS and the
device manufacturer. If unauthorized firmware
is placed on the device it will not function.

Hearing aid compatibility: 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

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use with hearing aids. It is important to try the
different features of this phone thoroughly 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.

Your phone’s GPS system is enabled by
default in order to permit use of planned
future services; see your phone’s manual for
instructions should you wish to disable your
GPS for non-911 purposes.

MetroPCS Terms and
Conditions of Service
(“Agreement”)

For the most recent and up-to-date
version of the MetroPCS Terms and
Conditions of Service to which you
agree and will be bound when you
activate, use, change or pay for
your MetroPCS service, please visit
metropcs.com/terms.

Welcome to MetroPCS. We are pleased
that you have selected us as your wireless
carrier. Please use this page as a reference for
questions about your service and the terms
and conditions of service that govern the
service you have purchased from MetroPCS.
These Terms and Conditions of Service apply
to all devices and wireless services provided

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by us to you and consist of several parts,
which may be amended from time to time:

•

The MetroPCS Terms and Conditions of
Service

(http://www.metropcs.com/terms);

•

Your MetroPCS Rate Plan

(http://www.metropcs.com/plans);

•

The MetroPCS Privacy Policy

(http://www.metropcs.com/privacy-policy);

•

The MetroPCS Online Terms of Use

(http://www.metropcs.com/metropcs-online-terms-of-use);

•

The MetroPCS Network Disclosure

(www.metropcs.com/terms-network-disclosure);

•

The MetroPCS Wi-Fi Terms of Use

(http://www.metropcs.com/wi-fi-terms-of-use);

•

The terms and conditions relating to any
additional features you may have selected
or as may be included in your Rate Plan,

including, but not limited to:

•

MetroWEB® Terms of Use

(http://www.metropcs.com/metroweb-terms-of-use)

•

Bring Your Own Phone Terms of Use

(http://www.metropcs.com/byod-terms-and-conditions)

•

Rhapsody® Unlimited Music Terms of Use

(http://www.metropcs.com/rhapsody-unlimited-music-terms)

•

Metro Block-it® Terms of Use

(http://www.metropcs.com/block-it)

•

Metro411 Terms of Use

(http://www.metropcs.com/metro411-terms-of-use)

•

MyExtras® Terms of Service

(http://www.metropcs.com/myextras-terms-of-use)

and

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•

Premium Handset Protection® Terms of
Use

(http://www.mymetrophp.com)

•

Lookout Mobile Security® Premium Terms
of Use

(http://www.mymetrophp.com)

•

MetroPCS International Calling

(http://www.metropcs.com/international-long-distance)

In the event that the terms and conditions
relating to a feature you may have selected
or may be included in your Rate Plan conflict
with the MetroPCS Terms and Conditions of
Service, the MetroPCS Terms and Conditions
of Service shall control.

By: (a) giving us a written or electronic
signature or telling us orally that you accept
the MetroPCS Terms and Conditions of
Service; (b) activating Service (if you are a
new subscriber); (c) using your Service after
your Service is activated or after you make
a change or addition to your Service; (d)
paying for the Service; or (e) failing to activate
Service within 30 days after the purchase of
your wireless device, unless you return your
wireless device within MetroPCS’ applicable
return period, you agree to the MetroPCS
Terms and Conditions of Service and the
terms and conditions of service and use
related to any feature you may have selected
or may be included in your Rate Plan,
including, but not limited to:

•

You waive your right to a jury trial in
disputes with MetroPCS;

•

Your disputes with MetroPCS will be
decided by an arbitrator;

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•

You waive your right to institute or
participate in class action litigation against
MetroPCS;

•

You will provide MetroPCS with accurate
information about yourself;

•

MetroPCS may communicate with you from
time to time about your Service;

•

You will pay all taxes and regulatory fees
even if your rate plan is inclusive of taxes
and regulatory fees; and

•

MetroPCS may terminate your Service if
you fail to timely pay for your Service or
violate the Terms and Conditions of Service
in any way, including abuse of the Service
or violations of applicable laws.

Customer Service. If you have any questions
regarding your Service or information in
this Agreement, you may call our activation
center at 1-888-8metro8 (1.888.863.8768).

Billing for Premium and Third-Party Services

California Residents Only

Certain parties besides MetroPCS have
the ability to place charges on your bill for
premium services. You may access these
services and authorize the placement of
charges on your bill through your phone or
online account. MetroPCS also provides
customers, at no additional cost, with the
ability to restrict the placement of charges
for premium and third-party services on
your account. Contact customer care or go
to www.metropcs.com/cramming for more
information.

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Safety

HAC

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. It is important to try the
different features of this phone thoroughly 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.

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.

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Body-worn Operation

This device was tested for typical body-worn
operations with the back of the phone kept

0.39 inches (1cm) between the user’s body
and the back of the phone. To comply with
FCC RF exposure requirements, a minimum
separation distance of 0.39 inches (1cm)
must be maintained between the user’s body
and the back of the phone. Any belt-clips,
holsters, and similar accessories containing
metallic components may not be used. Body­worn accessories that cannot maintain 0.39
inches (1cm) 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.

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.

Part 15.19 statement

This device complies with part15 of FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference.

(2) This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

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Part 15.21 statement

Changes or modifications that are not
expressly approved by the manufacturer for
compliance 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 to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one 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 help.

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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 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

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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/cgb/ cellular.html 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 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. For more information
about SARs, see the FCC’s OET

Bulletins 56 and 65 at http://www.fcc.
gov/Bureaus/Engineering_Technology/

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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 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

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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”] 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 November­December 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]
http://www.rsc.ca/index.php?page=Expert_
Panels_RF&Lang_id=120

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 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

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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/

Consumer Information on SAR

(Specific Absorption Rate)

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 Radio Frequency (RF) energy set by
the Federal Communications Commission
of the U.S. Government. These limits are
part of comprehensive guidelines and
establish permitted levels of RF energy for
the general population. The guidelines are
based on standards that were developed by
independent scientific organizations through
periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific
studies. The standards include a substantial
safety margin designed to assure the safety of
all persons, regardless of age and health. The
exposure standard for wireless mobile phones
employs a unit of measurement known as the
Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR
limit set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg. Tests for
SAR are conducted using standard operating
positions specified by the FCC with the phone

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