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The FDA also is working with voluntary standard-setting 
bodies such as the Institute 
of Electrical and Electronics 
Engineers (IEEE), the International Commission on 
Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP), and others to 
assure that safety standards co ntinue to adequately protect 
the public.
Reducing Exposure: Hands-Free Kits and Other 
Accessories
Steps to Reduce Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy
If there is a risk from being exposed to radio frequency 
energy (RF) from cell phones - 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 RF exposure.
Reduce the amount of time spent using your cell phone;
Use speaker mode or a headset to place more distance between 
your head and the cell phone.
Hands-Free Kits
Hands-free kits may include audio or Bluetooth® headsets 
and various types of body-w orn 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 required to meet RF exposure compliance 
requirements when used against the head and against the 
body.
Because there are no known risks from exposure to RF 
emissions from cell phones, there is no reason to believe that 
hands-free kits reduce risks. Ha
nds-free kits can be used for 
convenience and comfort. They  are also required by law in 
many states if you want to use your phone while driving.
Cell Phone Accessories that Claim to Shield the Head 
from RF Radiation
Because there are no known risks from exposure to RF 
emissions from cell phones, there is no reason to believe that 
accessories which claim to sh ield the head from those 
emissions reduce risks. Some products that claim to shield 
the user from RF absorption use special phone cases, while 
others involve nothing more than a metallic accessory 
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Studies have shown that these products generally do not 
work as advertised. Unlike “hands-free” kits, these so-called 
“shields” may interfere with pr
oper operation of the phone. 
The phone may be forced to b oost its power to compensate, 
leading to an increas e in RF absorption.
Children and Cell Phones
The scientific evidence does not show a danger to any users 
of cell phones from RF expo sure, including children and 
teenagers. The steps adults can  take to reduce RF exposure 
apply to children and teenagers as well.
Reduce the amount of time spent on the cell phone;
Use speaker mode or a headset to place more distance between 
the head and the cell phone.
Some groups sponsored by other national governments have 
advised that children be discouraged from using cell phones 
at all. For example, The Stewart Report from the United 
Kingdom 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. Their recommendation to limit cell phone 
use by children was strictly precautionary; it was not based 
on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists. Additional information on the safety of RF exposures from 
various sources can be obtained from the following 
organizations (updated 10/1/2010):
FCC RF Safety Program:
  http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/
.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
http://www.epa.gov/radto wn/wireless-tech.html
.
Occupational Safety and Heal th Administration (OSHA): 
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/
. 
(Note: This web address is case sensitive.)
National Institute for Occupation al 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 Protection:
  http://www.icnirp.de
.
Health Protection Agency: 
http://www.hpa.org.uk/Topics/Radiation/
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US Food and Drug Administration: 
http://www.fda.gov/Radia tion-EmittingProducts/
RadiationEmittingProductsandProcedures/
HomeBusinessandEntertainment/CellPhones/default.htm.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 
Certification Information
Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is 
designed and manufactured not  to exceed the exposure 
limits for Radio Frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal 
Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government.
These FCC RF exposure limits are derived from the 
recommendations of two expert organizations: the National 
Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement (NCRP) 
and the Institute of Electric al and Electronics Engineers 
(IEEE). In both cases, the recommendations were developed 
by scientific and engineering experts drawn from industry, 
government, and academia after extensive reviews of the 
scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF 
energy.
The RF exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless mobile 
phones employs a unit of measurement known as the 
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure of the 
rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body  expressed in units of watts per kilogram (W/kg). The FCC 
requires wireless phones to comply with a safety limit of 1.6 
watts per kilogram (1.6 W/kg).
The FCC SAR limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety 
to give additional protection to the public and to account for 
any variations in measurements.
SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions 
accepted by the FCC with th
e phone transmitting at its 
highest certified power level in  all tested frequency bands. 
Although the SAR is determin ed at the highest certified 
power level, the actual SAR level of the phone while 
operating can be well below the maximum reported 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 network. In general, the closer you are to a wireless base 
station antenna, the lower the  power output of the phone.
Before a new model phone is available for sale to the public, 
it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not 
exceed the SAR limit established by the FCC. Tests for each 
model phone are performed in po sitions and locations (e.g. at 
the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC. For 
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FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory 
that contains no metal and that
 positions the mobile device a 
minimum of 1.5 cm from the body.
Use of other accessories may  not ensure compliance with 
FCC RF exposure guidelines. The FCC has granted an 
Equipment Authorization for this mobile phone with all 
reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance with the FCC 
RF exposure guidelines. The maximum SAR values for this 
model phone as reported to the FCC are:
Head: 0.66 W/kg.
Body-worn: 0.80 W/kg.
SAR information on this and  other model phones can be 
accessed online on the FCCs website through 
http://transition.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/sar.html. To find information that 
pertains to a particular model  phone, this site uses the phone 
FCC ID number which is usually printed somewhere on the 
case of the phone. Sometimes it may be necessary to 
remove the battery pack to fi nd the number. Once you have 
the FCC ID number for a particular phone, follow the 
instructions on the website and it should provide values for 
typical or maximum SAR for a  particular phone. Additional  SAR information can also be obtained at 
http://www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia
/specific-absorption-rate-sar-
cellular-telephones.
FCC Part 15 Information 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 interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: 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 installa tion. If this equipment does 
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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 re ceiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Commercial Mobile Alerting System 
(CMAS)
This device is designed to rece ive Wireless Emergency Alerts 
from CMAS. If your wireless provider has chosen to 
participate in CMAS, alerts  are available while in the 
providers coverage area. If you travel outside your providers 
coverage area, wireless emergency alerts may not be 
available. For more information, please contact your wireless 
provider.
Smart Practices While Driving
On the Road - Off the Phone
The primary responsibility of every driver is the safe 
operation of his or her vehicle. Responsible drivers understand that no secondary task 
should be performed while dr
iving whether it be eating, 
drinking, talking to passengers, or talking on a mobile phone 
- unless the driver has assessed the driving conditions and is 
confident that the secondary task will not interfere with their 
primary responsibility. 
Do not engage in any activity while 
driving a moving vehicle which may cause you to take your 
eyes off the road or become so absorbed in the activity that 
your ability to concentrate on the act of driving becomes 
impaired
. Samsung is committed to  promoting responsible 
driving and giving drivers the tools they need to understand 
and address distractions.
Check the laws and regulations  on the use of mobile devices 
and their accessories in the areas where you drive. Always 
obey them. 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:
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Secure your phone within easy reach;
Place calls when you are not moving;
Plan calls when your car will be stationary;
Do not engage in stressful or emotional conversations;
Let the person with whom you are speaking know that you are 
driving and will suspend the call if necessary;
Do not take notes or look up phone numbers while driving;
Notice regarding legal restrictions on mounting this device in 
an automobile:
Laws in some states may prohibit mounting this device on or 
near the windshield of an auto mobile. In other states, the law 
may permit mounting this device  only in specific locations in 
the automobile. Be sure to consult the state and local laws or 
ordinances where you drive befo re mounting this device in 
an automobile. Failure to comply with these restrictions could 
result in fines, penalties, or other damages.
Never mount this device in a manner that will obstruct the 
drivers clear view of the street and traffic.
Never use wireless data services  such as text messaging, Web 
browsing, or e-mail while operating a vehicle.
Never watch videos, such as a movie or clip, or play video 
games while operating a vehicle.
For more information, go to http://www.ctia.org.
Batter y Use and Safety
Important! Handle and store batteries properly to avoid injury or 
damage
. Most battery issues arise from improper 
handling of batteries and, particularly, from the 
continued use of damaged batteries.
Do not disassemble,  crush, puncture, shred, or otherwise 
attempt to change the form of your battery
. Do not put a high 
degree of pressure on the battery. This can cause leakage or an 
internal short-circuit, resulting in overheating.
Do not let the phone or battery  come in contact with liquids. 
Liquids can get into the phones circuits, leading to corrosion. 
Even when the phone appears to be dry and appears to operate 
normally, the circuitry could slowly corrode and pose a safety 
hazard. If the phone and/or battery get wet, have them checked 
by your service provider or contact Samsung, even if they appear 
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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 explode when overheated.
Do not handle a damaged or leaking battery. Do not let leaking 
battery fluid come in contact with your eyes, skin or clothing. For 
safe disposal options, contact  your nearest Samsung-authorized 
service center.
Avoid dropping the cell phone. Dropping the phone or the 
battery, especially on a hard surface, can potentially cause 
damage to the phone and battery. If you suspect damage to the 
phone or battery, take it to a service center for inspection.
Never use any charger or battery that is damaged in any way.
Do not allow the battery to touch metal objects. Accidental 
short-circuiting can occur when a metallic object (coin, key, 
jewelry, clip, or pen) causes a direct connection between the + 
and - terminals of the battery (met al strips on the battery), for 
example when you carry a spare battery in a pocket or bag. 
Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the 
object causing the  short-circuiting.
Important! Use only Samsung-approved batteries, and 
recharge your battery only with 
Samsung-approved chargers which are 
specifically designed for your phone.
WARNING!
Use of a non-Samsung-approved battery or charger may 
present a risk of fire, explos ion, leakage, or other hazard
. 
Samsungs warranty does not cover damage to the phone 
caused by non-Samsung-approved batteries and/or 
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Do not use incompatible cell phone batteries and chargers. 
Some websites and second-hand dealers not associated with 
reputable manufacturers and carriers, might be selling 
incompatible or even counterfeit batteries and chargers. 
Consumers should purchase manufacturer or 
carrier-recommended products and accessories. If unsure about 
whether a replacement battery or charger is compatible, contact 
the manufacturer of th e battery or charger.
Misuse or use of incompatible phones, batteries, and 
charging devices could result  in damage to the equipment 
and a possible risk of fire, expl osion, or leakage, leading to 
serious injuries, damages to your phone, or other serious 
hazard
.
Samsung Mobile Products and 
Recycling
Samsung cares for the environment and encourages its 
customers to recycle Samsung mobile devices and genuine 
Samsung accessories.
Proper disposal of your mobile device and its battery is not 
only important for safety, it benefits the environment. 
Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Recycling programs for your mo
bile device, batteries, and 
accessories may not be available in your area.
Weve made it easy for you to recycle your old Samsung 
mobile device by working with respected take-back 
companies in every state in the country.
Drop It Off
You can drop off your Samsung-branded mobile device 
and batteries for recycling at one of our numerous 
Samsung Recycling Direct (SM) locations. A list of these 
locations may be found at:
 
http://pages.samsung.com/us/recyclingdirect/
usactivities_environment_samsungrecyclingdirect_locations.jsp.
Samsung-branded devices and batteries will be accepted 
at these locations for no fee.
Consumers may also recycle their used mobile device or 
batteries at many retail or carrier-provided locations 
where mobile devices and batteries are sold. Additional 
information regarding specific locations may be found at: 
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/partnerships/plugin/cellphone/index.htm or at http://www.call2recycle.org/.
Mail It In 
						

							184The Samsung Mobile Take-Back Program will provide 
Samsung customers with a free recycling mailing label. 
Just go to
 
http://www.samsung.com/us/aboutsamsung/citizenship/
usactivities_environment_samsungrecyclingdirect.html?INT=ST
A_recyle_your_phone_page and follow the instructions to 
print out a free pre-paid postag e label and then send your 
old mobile device or battery to the address listed, via U.S. 
Mail, for recycling.
Dispose of unwanted electronics through an approved 
recycler.
To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website:
www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect 
Or call, (877) 278-0799.
Follow local regulations regarding disposal of mobile 
devices and batteries
Dispose of your mobile device and batteries in accordance 
with local regulations. In some areas, the disposal of these 
items in household or business trash may be prohibited. Help 
us protect the environment - recycle!
Warning! Never dispose of batteries in  a fire because they may 
explode.
UL Certified Travel Charger
The Travel Charger for this phone has met applicable UL 
safety requirements. Please adhere to the following safety 
instructions per UL guidelines:
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED MAY 
LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND POSSIBLE 
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE 
INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR 
ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE 
INSTRUCTIONS.
FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH 
AMERICA, USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR 
OF THE PROPER CONFIGURATION FOR THE 
POWER OUTLET.
THIS POWER UNIT IS INTENDED TO BE 
CORRECTLY ORIENTED IN A VERTICAL OR 
HORIZONTAL OR FLOOR MOUNT POSITION. 
						

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Display / Touch-Screen
Please note the following information when using your 
mobile device:
WARNING REGARDING DISPLAY
The display on your mobile device is made of glass or 
acrylic and could break if your mobile device is 
dropped or if it receives significant impact. Do not use 
if screen is broken or cracked as this could cause 
injury to you.
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER: PROPER USE OF A 
TOUCH-SCREEN MOBILE DEVICE
If your mobile device has a touch-screen display, 
please note that a touch-screen responds best to a 
light touch from the pad of your finger or a non-metallic 
stylus. Using excessive force or a metallic object when 
pressing on the touch-screen may damage the 
tempered glass surface and void the warranty. For 
more information, please refer to the “Standard 
Limited Warranty”.
GPS & AGPS
Certain Samsung mobile devices can use a Global Positioning 
System (GPS) signal for location-based applications. A GPS 
uses satellites controlled by the U.S. Government that are 
subject to changes implemented in accordance with the 
Department of Defense policy and the 2008 Federal Radio 
navigation Plan (FRP). Change s may affect the performance 
of location-based technology on your mobile device.
Certain Samsung mobile device s can also use an Assisted 
Global Positioning System (AGPS), which obtains information 
from the cellular network to improve GPS performance. AGPS 
uses your wireless service providers network and therefore 
airtime, data charges, and/or additional charges may apply in 
accordance with your servic e plan. Contact your wireless 
service provider for details.
Your Location
Location-based information includ es information that can be 
used to determine the approximate location of a mobile 
device. Mobile devices which are connected to a wireless 
network transmit location-based  information. Additionally, if 
you use applications that requ ire location-based information 
(e.g. driving directions), such applications transmit 
location-based information. The location-based information