Fcc hearing aid compatibility (hac), Regulations for wireless devices – Samsung SGH-I257AIAATT User Manual

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particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders, and any
other area where you would normally be advised to turn
off your vehicle engine. Vehicles using liquefied
petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply
with the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For
a copy of this standard, contact the National Fire
Protection Association.

When your Device is Wet

Do not turn on your device if it is wet. If your device is
already on, turn it off and remove the battery
immediately (if the device will not turn off or you cannot
remove the battery, leave it as-is). Then, dry the device
with a towel and take it to a service center.

FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility

(HAC) Regulations for Wireless

Devices

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has
established requirements for digital wireless mobile
devices to be compatible with hearing aids and other
assistive hearing devices.

When individuals employing some assistive hearing
devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants) use
wireless mobile devices, they may detect a buzzing,
humming, or whining noise. Some hearing devices are
more immune than others to this interference noise, and
mobile devices also vary in the amount of interference
they generate.

The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating
system for wireless mobile devices to assist hearing
device users find mobile devices that may be compatible

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