Section 14: Health and Safety Information 201Product PerformanceSection 14Product PerformanceGetting the Most Out of Your Signal ReceptionThe quality of each call you make or receive depends onthe signal strength in your area. Your phone informs youof the current signal strength by displaying a number ofbars next to the signal strength icon. The more barsdisplayed, the stronger the signal.If you're inside a building, being near a window may giveyou better reception.Understanding the Power Save FeatureIf your phone is unable to find a signal after 15 minutes ofsearching, a Power Save feature is automaticallyactivated. If your phone is active, it periodically rechecksservice availability or you can check it yourself bypressing any key.Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a messagedisplays on the screen. When a signal is found, yourphone returns to standby mode.Understanding How Your Phone OperatesYour phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver.When it's turned on, it receives and transmits radiofrequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, thesystem handling your call controls the power level. Thispower can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digitalmode.
