196Smart Practices While DrivingOn the Road - Off the PhoneThe primary responsibility of every driver is the safeoperation of his or her vehicle.Responsible drivers understand that no secondary taskshould be performed while driving whether it be eating,drinking, talking to passengers, or talking on a mobile phone- unless the driver has assessed the driving conditions and isconfident that the secondary task will not interfere with theirprimary responsibility. Do not engage in any activity whiledriving a moving vehicle which may cause you to take youreyes off the road or become so absorbed in the activity thatyour ability to concentrate on the act of driving becomesimpaired. Samsung is committed to promoting responsibledriving and giving drivers the tools they need to understandand address distractions.Check the laws and regulations on the use of mobile devicesand their accessories in the areas where you drive. Alwaysobey them. The use of these devices may be prohibited orrestricted in certain areas. For example, only hands-free usemay be permitted in certain areas.Before answering calls, consider your circumstances. Let thecall go to voicemail when driving conditions require.Remember, driving comes first, not the call!If you consider a call necessary and appropriate, follow thesetips:• Use a hands-free device;• 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 aredriving 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 inan automobile:Laws in some states may prohibit mounting this device on ornear the windshield of an automobile. In other states, the lawmay permit mounting this device only in specific locations inthe automobile. Be sure to consult the state and local laws orordinances where you drive before mounting this device inan automobile. Failure to comply with these restrictions couldresult in fines, penalties, or other damages.
