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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/fccid after searching on FCC ID A3LSGHE715.
What has FDA done to measure the radio 
frequency energy coming from wireless 
phones?
The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) is 
developing a technical standard for measuring the radio 
frequency energy (RF) exposure from wireless phones and 
other wireless hand sets with the participation and 
leadership of FDA scientists and engineers. The standard, 
“Recommended Practice for Determining the Spatial-Peak 
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in the Human Body Due to 
Wireless Communications Devices: Experimental 
Techniques,” sets forth the first consistent test methodology 
for measuring the rate at which RF is deposited in the heads 
of wireless phone users. The test method uses a tissue-
simulating model of the human head. Standardized SAR test 
methodology is expected to greatly improve the consistency 
of measurements made at different laboratories on the same 
phone. SAR is the measurement of the amount of energy 
absorbed in tissue, either by the whole body or a small part 
of the body. It is measured in watts/kg (or milliwatts/g) of 
matter. This measurement is used to determine whether a 
wireless phone complies with safety guidelines.
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What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to 
radio frequency energy from my wireless 
phone?
If there is a risk from these products--and at this point we 
do not know that there is--it is probably very small. But if 
you are concerned about avoiding even potential risks, you 
can take a few simple steps to minimize your exposure to 
radio frequency energy (RF). Since time is a key factor in 
how much exposure a person receives, reducing the amount 
of time spent using a wireless phone will reduce RF 
exposure.
If you must conduct extended conversations by wireless 
phone every day, you could place more distance between 
your body and the source of the RF, since the exposure level 
drops off dramatically with distance. For example, you could 
use a headset and carry the wireless phone away from your 
body or use a wireless phone connected to a 
 remote antenna.Again, the scientific data does not demonstrate that wireless 
phones are harmful. But if you are concerned about RF 
exposure from these products, you can use measures like 
those described above to reduce your RF exposure from 
wireless phone use.
What about children using wireless phones?
The scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of 
wireless phones, including children and teenagers. If you 
want to take steps to lower exposure to radio frequency 
energy (RF), the measured described above would apply to 
children and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing the 
time of wireless phone use and increasing the distance 
between the user and the RF source will reduce RF 
exposure.
Some groups sponsored by other national governments 
have advised that children be discouraged from using 
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wireless phones at all. For example, the government in the 
United Kingdom distributed leaflets containing such a 
recommendation in December 2000. They noted that no 
evidence exists that using a wireless phone causes brain 
tumors or other ill effects. Their recommendation to limit 
wireless phone use by children was strictly precautionary; it 
was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard 
exists.
What about wireless phone interference with 
medical equipment?
Radio frequency energy (RF) from wireless phones can 
interact with some electronic devices. For this reason, FDA 
helped develop a detailed test method to measure 
electromagnetic interference (EMI) of implanted cardiac 
pacemakers and defibrillators from wireless telephones. This 
test method is now part of a standard sponsored by the 
Association for the Advancement of Medical instrumentation 
(AAMI). The final draft, a joint effort by FDA, medical device 
manufacturers, and many other groups, was completed on 
late 2000. This standard will allow manufacturers to ensure 
that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators are safe from 
wireless phone EMI.
FDA has tested hearing aids for interference from handheld 
wireless phones and helped develop a voluntary standard 
sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic 
Engineers (IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and 
performance requirements for hearing aids and wireless 
phones so that no interference occurs when a person uses a 
“compatible” phone and a “compatible” hearing aid at the 
same time. This standard was approved by the IEEE in 
2000.
FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless phones for 
possible interactions with other medical devices. Should 
harmful interference be found to occur, FDA will conduct 
testing to assess the interference and work to resolve 
 the problem.
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Where can I find additional information?
 OFor additional information, please refer to the following 
resources:
 OFDA web page on wireless phones (http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/phones/index.html) OFederal Communications Commission FCC) RF  Safety Program (http://www.fda.gov/oet/rfsafety) OInternational Commission on Non-Ionizing  Radiation Protection (http://www.icnirp.de) OWorld Health Organization (WHO) International  EMF Project (http://www.who.int/emf) ONational Radiological Protection Board (UK) (http://www.nrpb.org.uk)
CTIA Safety Information
Exposure to radio frequency signals
Your wireless hand held portable telephone is a low power 
radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and 
also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
In August, 1996, the Federal Communications Commissions 
(FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for 
hand-held wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent 
with the safety standards previously set by both U.S. and 
international standard bodies:
 OANSI C95.1 (1992) ONCRP Report 86 (1986) OICNIRP (1996)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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Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless 
telephones in the areas where you drive. Always obey them. 
Also, if using your phone while driving, please:
 OGive full attention to driving--driving safety is your  first responsibility. OUse hands-free operation, if available. OPull off the road and park before making or answering a call if 
driving conditions so require.
Electronic devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF 
signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be 
shielded against 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 hand-held wireless phone and a pacemaker to 
avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These 
recommendations are consistent with the independent 
research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology 
Research.
Persons with pacemakers: OShould ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from their 
pacemaker when the pacemaker is turned on;
 OShould not carry the phone in a breast pocket; OShould use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the 
potential for interference.
 OIf you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking 
place, turn your phone OFF immediately.
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.) Optional for each phone 
manufacturer.
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Other medical devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the 
manufacturer of your device to determine if they are 
adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician 
may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
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 be using 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.
Potentially explosive atmospheres
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 of even death.
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Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but 
not always clearly marked. They include fueling areas such 
as gasoline stations; below deck on boats; fuel or chemical 
transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liguefied 
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 airbag
An airbag inflates with great force. DO NOT place objects, 
including both installed or portable wireless equipment, in 
the area over the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle 
wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag 
inflates, serious injury could result.
Owners Record
The model number, regulatory number and serial number 
are located on a nameplate inside the battery compartment. 
Record the serial number in the space provided below. This 
will be helpful if you need to contact us about your phone in 
the future.
Model: SGH-e715
Serial No.: 
User Guide Proprietary Notice
T9 Text Input is licensed by Tegic Communications and is 
covered by U.S. Pat. 5,818,437, U.S. Pat. 5,953,541, U.S. 
Pat. 6,011,554 and other patents pending.
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STANDARD LIMITED 
WARRANTY
What is Covered and For How Long? SAMSUNG 
TELECOMMUNICATIONS AMERICA, L.P. (SAMSUNG) 
warrants to the original purchaser (Purchaser) that 
SAMSUNG’s Phones and accessories (Products) are free 
from defects in material and workmanship under normal use 
and service for the period commencing upon the date of 
purchase and continuing for the following specified period of 
time after that date:
Phone                                     1 Year
Batteries                                 1 YearLeather Case/Pouch                90 Days Holster                                   90 Days
Other Phone Accessories         1 Year
What is Not Covered?  This Limited Warranty is 
conditioned upon proper use of Product by Purchaser.  This 
Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage 
resulting from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, unusual 
physical, electrical or electromechanical stress, or 
modification of any part of Product, including antenna, or 
cosmetic damage; (b) equipment that has the serial number 
removed or made illegible; (c) any plastic surfaces or other 
externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due 
to normal use; (d) malfunctions resulting from the use of 
Product in conjunction with accessories, products, or 
ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by 
SAMSUNG; (e) defects or damage from improper testing, 
operation, maintenance, installation, or adjustment; (f) 
installation, maintenance, and service of Product, or (g) 
Product used or purchased outside the United States or 
Canada.  
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This Limited Warranty covers batteries only if battery 
capacity falls below 80% of rated capacity or the battery 
leaks, and this Limited Warranty does not cover any battery 
if (i) the battery has been charged by a battery charger not 
specified or approved by SAMSUNG for charging the battery, 
(ii) any of the seals on the battery are broken or show 
evidence of tampering, or (iii) the battery has been used in 
equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for which it is 
specified. 
What are SAMSUNG’s Obligations?  During the 
applicable warranty period, SAMSUNG will repair or replace, 
at SAMSUNG’s sole option, without charge to Purchaser, any 
defective component part of Product.  To obtain service 
under this Limited Warranty, Purchaser must return Product 
to an authorized phone service facility in an adequate 
container for shipping, accompanied by Purchaser’s sales 
receipt or comparable substitute proof of sale showing the 
date of purchase, the serial number of Product and the 
s e lle rs ’  n a m e  a n d  a d dr es s .  To  ob ta in  a s si sta n ce  o n  w h e re  to  
deliver the Product, call Samsung Customer Care at 1-888-
987-4357.  Upon receipt, SAMSUNG will promptly repair or 
replace the defective Product.  SAMSUNG may, at 
SAMSUNG’s sole option, use rebuilt, reconditioned, or new 
parts or components when repairing any Product or replace 
Product with a rebuilt, reconditioned or new Product. 
Repaired/replaced leather cases, pouches and holsters will 
be warranted for a period of ninety (90) days.  All other 
repaired/replaced Product will be warranted for a period 
equal to the remainder of the original Limited Warranty on 
the original Product or for 90 days, whichever is longer.  All 
replaced parts, components, boards and equipment shall 
become the property of SAMSUNG.  If SAMSUNG determines 
that any Product is not covered by this Limited Warranty, 
Purchaser must pay all parts, shipping, and labor charges for 
the repair or return of such Product. 
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