Samsung SGH-T249 User Manual

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Health and Safety Information 126Product PerformanceGetting the Most Out of Your Signal ReceptionThe quality of each call you make or receive depends on the signal strength in your area. Your phone informs you ofthe current signal strength by displaying a number of bars next to the signal strength icon. The more barsdisplayed, the stronger the signal.If you're inside a building, being near a window may give you better reception.Understanding the Power Save FeatureIf your phone is unable to find a signal after searching, a Power Save feature is automatically activated. If yourphone is active, it periodically rechecks service availability or you can check it yourself by pressing any key.Anytime the Power Save feature is activated, a message displays 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, the system handling your call controls the power level. Thispower can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.Maintaining Your Phone's Peak PerformanceFor the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories. Allowingunqualified personnel to service your phone may result in damage to your phone and may void the warranty.There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory service.• To ensure that the Hearing Aid Compatibility rating for your phone is maintained, secondary transmitters such asBluetooth and WLAN components must be disabled during a call. For more information, refer to “Turn BluetoothOn or Off” on page 100.• If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, hold the phone with the antenna raised, fully-extended and over yourshoulder.• Do not hold, bend or twist the phone's antenna, if applicable.• Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged.• If your phone is equipped with an internal antenna, obstructing the internal antenna could inhibit call performance.• Speak directly into the phone's receiver.