Samsung Galaxy Note Owners Manual

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Read the introduction information and tap Continue.
4.Your location is found using GPS. Tap OK to allow YP to use 
your current location.
5.Enter a subject or business name, city, and state in the 
search field and tap 
Search. 
– or –
Ta p   to use the voice search feature.
Results are displayed in list format. 
6.Tap the globe symbol ( ) to display a map of your 
present location.
7.Tap   to narrow down your search results.
8.Pinch the map screen inwards to zoom out or pinch...

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Section 11: Health and Safety Infor mation
This section outlines the safety precautions associated with using 
your phone. The terms “mobile device” or “cell phone” are used 
in this section to refer to your phone. 
Read this information before 
using your mobile device.
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published 
information for consumers relating to Radio Frequency (RF) 
exposure from wireless phones. The FDA publication includes the...

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While RF energy does not ionize particles, large amounts can 
increase body temperatures and cause tissue damage. Two 
areas of the body, the eyes and the testes, are particularly 
vulnerable to RF heating because there is relatively little blood 
flow in them to carry away excess heat.
Research Results to Date: Is there a connection between 
RF and cer tain health problems?
The results of most studies conducted to date say no. In addition, 
attempts to replicate...

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Risk of Brain Cancer from Exposure to Radio Frequency Fields 
in Childhood and Adolescence (MOBI-KIDS)
MOBI-KIDS is an international study investigating the relationship 
between exposure to radio frequency energy from 
communication technologies including cell phones and brain 
cancer in young people. This is an international multi-center 
study involving 14 European and non-European countries. 
Additional information about MOBI-KIDS can be found at...

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Hands-Free Kits
Hands-free kits may include audio or Bluetooth® headsets and 
various types of body-worn accessories such as belt-clips and 
holsters. Combinations of these can be used to reduce RF energy 
absorption from cell phones.
Headsets can substantially reduce exposure because the phone 
is held away from the head in the users hand or in approved 
body-worn accessories. Cell phones marketed in the U.S. are 
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FCC RF Safety Program:
 http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
http://www.epa.gov/radtown/wireless-tech.html.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): 
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/. 
(Note: This web address is case sensitive.)
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH):
 http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/.
World Health Organization (WHO): 
http://www.who.int/peh-emf/en/.
International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation...

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SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions 
accepted by the FCC with the phone transmitting at its highest 
certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the 
SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual 
SAR level of the phone while operating can be well below the 
maximum value. This is because the phone is designed to 
operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power 
required to reach the...

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phone. Additional product specific SAR information can also be 
obtained at www.fcc.gov/cgb/sar.
FCC Par t 15 Infor mation to User:
Pursuant to part 15.21 of the FCC Rules, you are cautioned that 
changes or modifications not expressly approved by Samsung 
could void your authority to operate the device.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is 
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not 
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any...

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The use of these devices may be prohibited or restricted in certain 
areas. For example, only hands-free use may be permitted in 
certain areas.
Before answering calls, consider your circumstances. Let the call 
go to voicemail when driving conditions require. Remember, 
driving comes first, not the call!
If you consider a call necessary and appropriate, follow these 
tips:
Use a hands-free device;
Secure your phone within easy reach;
Place calls when you are not...

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provider or contact Samsung, even if they appear to be working 
properly.
Do not place your battery in or near a heat source. Excessive 
heating can damage the phone or the battery and could cause the 
phone or the battery to explode. Do not dry a wet or damp battery with 
an appliance or heat source such as a microwave oven, hair dryer, 
iron, or radiator. Avoid leaving your phone in your car in high 
temperatures.
Do not dispose of the phone or the battery in a fire. The phone or 
the battery may...