Palm Series 3 - Manual (Page 25)

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is automatically passed to the device. Then, when the device is
connected to another device such as a docking station, a discharge
event can occur.
Precautions against ESD
Make sure to discharge any built-up static electricity from yourself
and your electronic devices before touching an electronic device or
connecting one device to another. The recommendation from Palm is
that you take this precaution before connecting your Palm
smartphone to your computer, placing the smartphone in a cradle, or
connecting it to any other device. You can do this in many ways,
including the following:
• Ground yourself when you’re holding your mobile device by
simultaneously touching a metal surface that is at earth ground.
For example, if your computer has a metal case and is plugged
into a standard three-prong grounded outlet, touching the case
should discharge the ESD on your body.
• Increase the relative humidity of your environment.
• Install ESD-specific prevention items, such as grounding mats.
Conditions that enhance ESD occurrences
Conditions that can contribute to the buildup of static electricity in the
environment include the following:
• Low relative humidity.
• Material type. (The type of material gathering the charge. For
example, synthetics are more prone to static buildup than natural
fibers like cotton.)
• The rapidity with which you touch, connect, or disconnect
electronic devices.
While you should always take appropriate precautions to discharge
static electricity, if you are in an environment where you notice ESD
events, you may want to take extra precautions to protect your
electronic equipment against ESD.