Blackbe;rry 8300 - Curve - GSM User manual

Safety and Product Information
BlackBerry 8300 Smartphone

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Contents
Safety and product information ................................................................................................... 3
Safety information .................................................................................................................................. 3
Compliance information ...................................................................................................................... 15
Product information ............................................................................................................................. 23
Legal notice .................................................................................................................................... 27

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Safety and product information
Safety information
Please read these safety and operation instructions before using the BlackBerry®
device or any accessories provided with the device. Retain these instructions for
future use.
InsomecountriestheremayberestrictionsonusingBluetooth®enabledandwireless
devices with encryption software. Check with your local authorities.
Electrical safety
Charge the BlackBerry® device using only the USB cable HDW-06610-001, travel
charger ASY-12709-001, ASY-07040-001, or ASY-07559-001, automotive charger
ASY-04195-001 or ASY-09824-001, BlackBerry Power Station ASY-12733-005 or
ASY-12733-006, or other charging accessory provided or specifically approved by
Research In Motion Limited (RIM) for use with this BlackBerry device. Any approval
from RIM under this document must be in writing and must be from a person
authorized to provide such approval. Use of any other accessory might invalidate any
warranty provided with the BlackBerry device and might be dangerous.
Use the charging accessories provided with the BlackBerry device or any other RIM
approved charging accessories only from the type of power source indicated on the
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marking label. Before using any power supply, verify that the mains voltage is in
accordance with the voltage printed on the power supply.
Do not overload power outlets, extension cords, or convenience receptacles as this
might result in a risk of fire or electric shock. To reduce the risk of damage to the cord
or the plug, pull the plug rather than the cord when you disconnect the charging
accessory from the wall outlet or convenience receptacle.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where the power cord connects to the
BlackBerry device. Unplug charging accessories during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
Do not use charging accessories outside or in any area exposed to the elements.
For more information about inserting the lithium-ion battery and connecting the
power supply, see the documentation that came with the BlackBerry device.
Battery safety and disposal
The BlackBerry® device contains a removable lithium-ion battery. Do not dispose of
eithertheBlackBerrydeviceorthe lithium-ion batteryina fire. Disposeofthe lithium-
ion battery in accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing
disposal of such cell types.
The lithium-ion battery might present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the lithium-ion battery. Do not heat the
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lithium-ion battery above 140°F (60°C). Do not allow metal objects to contact the
battery terminals.
Use only the lithium-ion battery that Research In Motion (RIM) specifies for use with
your particular BlackBerry device model. Using any other lithium-ion battery might
invalidate any warranty provided with the BlackBerry device and might present a risk
of fire or explosion.
Battery usage by children should be supervised.
Whenthis iconappearson your BlackBerrydevice,the lithium-
ion battery is not inserted or an invalid lithium-ion battery is
inserted. If you have inserted an invalid lithium-ion battery,
remove it immediately and insert the lithium-ion battery that
RIM specifies for use with your particular BlackBerry device
model. If you have inserted the lithium-ion battery that is
specified for use with your particular BlackBerry device model,
remove and reinsert the lithium-ion battery. Verify that the
battery connectors align with the connectors on your
BlackBerry device.
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Device disposal
The BlackBerry® device should not be placed in household
waste bins. Please check local regulations for information
about the disposal of electronic products in your area.
Driving safety
Check the laws and regulations regarding the use of wireless devices in the areas
where you drive. Always obey them. Also, if using the BlackBerry® device in your car,
please use the following minimum guidelines:
• Give your full attention to driving; driving safely is your first responsibility.
• Use hands-free operation if it is available.
• Pull off the road and park before using your BlackBerry device in any way.
Research In Motion (RIM) recommends that you do not use the BlackBerry device
while driving. Instead, consider having a passenger in the vehicle use the BlackBerry
device for you, or find a safe location to stop your vehicle prior to using the device.
Store the BlackBerry device safely before driving your vehicle. Do not use any
charging accessory as a means of storing the BlackBerry device while you are in a
vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, do not place the BlackBerry device
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or other objects above the air bag, or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle
wireless equipment is improperly stored or installed, and the air bag inflates, serious
injury could result.
Radio frequency (RF) signals might affect improperly installed or inadequately
shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its
representative regarding your vehicle. If any equipment has been added to your
vehicle, you should also consult the manufacturer of that equipment for information
on RF signals.
Accessories
Use only those accessories approved by Research In Motion (RIM). Using any
accessoriesnotapprovedbyRIMforusewiththisparticularBlackBerry®devicemodel
might invalidate any approval or warranty applicable to the device, might result in
the non-operation of the device, and might be dangerous.
Antenna care
Use only the supplied integrated antenna. Unauthorized antenna modifications or
attachments could damage the BlackBerry® device and might violate U.S. Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) regulations.
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Operating and storage temperatures
Situate the BlackBerry® device or device accessories away from heat sources, such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
If you are not going to use the BlackBerry device for more than two weeks, turn off
the device power, remove the battery, and follow the operating and storage
temperatures listed in the following table:
Device operating 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Device storage 50 to 86°F (10 to 30°C)
Travel charger operating 32 to 113°F (0 to 45°C)
Travel charger storage -22 to 167°F (-30 to 75°C)
Interference with electronic equipment
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals.
However, certain electronic equipment might not be shielded against the RF signals
from the BlackBerry® device.
Pacemakers: Consult a physician or the manufacturer of your pacemaker if you have
any questions regarding the effect of RF signals on your pacemaker. If you have a
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pacemaker, verify that you are using the BlackBerry device in accordance with the
safety requirements associated with your particular pacemaker, which might include
the following requirements:
• Always keep the BlackBerry device more than 7 inches (20 cm) from the
pacemaker when the device is turned on.
• Do not carry the BlackBerry device in your breast pocket.
• When using the phone on the BlackBerry device, use the ear opposite the
pacemaker for making and receiving calls to minimize the potential
interference.
•If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn off all
wireless connections on the BlackBerry device immediately.
Hearing aids: Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids.
In the event of such interference, consult your wireless service provider or contact
the manufacturer of your hearing aid to discuss alternatives.
Other medical devices: If you use any other personal medical device, consult the
manufacturer of your device to determine if the device is adequately shielded from
external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this
information.
Health care facilities: Turn off all wireless connections on the BlackBerry device in
health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do
so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive
to external RF energy.
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Aircraft: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) regulations prohibit using the radio of wireless devices while in
the air. Turn off all wireless connections on the BlackBerry device before boarding
anaircraft. The effect ofusingtheBlackBerry device with wirelessconnectionsturned
on in an aircraft is unknown. Such use might affect aircraft instrumentation,
communication, and performance, might disrupt the network, might otherwise be
dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, and might be illegal. With all wireless
connections on the BlackBerry device turned off, use only non-radio based device
applications in accordance with airline regulations for electronic devices.
Dangerous areas
The BlackBerry device is not an intrinsically safe device and is not suitable for use in
hazardous environments, where such devices are required, including without
limitation, in presence of gas fumes, explosive dust situations, operation of nuclear
facilities, aircraft navigation or communication services, air traffic control, and life
support or weapons systems.
Potentially explosive atmospheres: Turn off all wireless connections on the
BlackBerry device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, and
obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire
resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly
marked. They include fueling areas such as gasoline or petrol stations; below deck
on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using liquefied
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petroleum gas (such as propane or butane); areas where the air contains chemicals
or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders; and any other area where you
would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine.
Do not use the phone on the BlackBerry® device to report a gas leak in the vicinity
of the leak. Leave the area and, if the phone is available and active on the BlackBerry
device, make the call from a safe location.
Blasting areas: To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off all wireless
connections on the BlackBerry device when in a “blasting area” or in areas posted:
“Turn off two-way radio”. Obey all signs and instructions.
Service
Only qualified service personnel should perform repairs to the BlackBerry® device.
Disconnect the power supply cables from the computer or electrical outlet and refer
the BlackBerry device or charging accessory for service to qualified service personnel
if any of the following situations occur:
• the power supply cord, plug, or connector is damaged
• liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the BlackBerry device or
charging accessory
•the BlackBerry device or charging accessory has been exposed to rain or water
• the BlackBerry device or charging accessory becomes very hot to the touch
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• the BlackBerry device or charging accessory has been dropped or damaged
in any way
• the BlackBerry device or charging accessory does not operate normally by
following the instructions in the user documentation
• the BlackBerry device or charging accessory exhibits a distinct change in
performance
Do not attempt to disassemble the BlackBerry device or any charging accessory.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, adjust only those controls that are covered
inthe user documentationforthe BlackBerry device.Animproperadjustment of other
controls might cause damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the BlackBerry device, charging accessory, or any other
accessory to normal operation.
Failure to observe all safety instructions contained in the user documentation for the
BlackBerry device will void the Limited Warranty and might lead to suspension or
denial of services to the offender, legal action, or both.
Additional safety guidelines
Speakerphone: The BlackBerry® device is equipped with a speakerphone that can
generate audio levels loud enough for phone call operation while holding the device
at an arm's length from your head. When using your BlackBerry device speakerphone,
never hold the device to your ear. Serious and permanent hearing damage could
occur.
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Camera: Certain jurisdictions might prohibit or restrict your use of certain features
on your BlackBerry device. When taking, processing, or using pictures, obey all laws,
regulations, procedures, and policies, including, without limitation, any copyright,
personal privacy, trade secret, or security laws which might govern or restrict you
while using your BlackBerry device. Honor the personal rights of others. Copyright
protections might prevent you from copying, modifying, transferring, or forwarding
some pictures, music (including ring tones), or other content. Do not aim the camera
directly at the sun or any other bright light. This action could cause serious damage
to your eyes or damage the BlackBerry device.
Camera flash, trackball lights, and LED aperture: Exposure to flashing lights on
the BlackBerry device can cause epileptic seizures or blackouts and might be
dangerous to you or others. In the event that you experience, or your use of the
BlackBerry device causes in others, any disorientation, loss of awareness, twitching,
convulsions, or any involuntary movements, stop using the BlackBerry device
immediately and consult a physician. If you are susceptible to epileptic seizures or
blackouts, consult your physician before using the BlackBerry device. Caution: Use
of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Audio files: The BlackBerry device has the capability to play audio files. When
listening to audio files using headphones, permanent hearing loss might occur if
headphones are used at a high volume. Avoid increasing the volume of your
headphones to block out noisy surroundings. If you experience ringing in your ears
or muffled speech, consult a physician to have your hearing checked.
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Liquids and foreign objects: Never push objects of any kind into the BlackBerry
device or device accessories through openings as this action might cause a short
circuit, a fire, or electric shock. Do not use the BlackBerry device or device accessories
near water (for example, near a bathtub or a sink, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool). Never spill liquid of any kind on the BlackBerry device or device
accessories.
Stability: Do not place the BlackBerry device or device accessory on any unstable
surface.Itcould fall, thereby potentially causing serious injury to a person and serious
damage to the BlackBerry device or device accessory. Take care when using the
BlackBerry device with any charging accessories to route the power cord in a way
that reduces the risk of injury to others, such as by tripping or choking.
Cleaning: Do not use liquid, aerosol cleaners, or solvents on or near the BlackBerry
device or device accessory. Clean only with a soft dry cloth. Disconnect any cables
from the computer and unplug any charging accessories from the electrical outlet
before cleaning either the BlackBerry device or the charging accessory.
Repetitive strain: When using the BlackBerry device, take frequent breaks. If you
experience any discomfort in your neck, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands (including
thumbs and fingers), or other parts of the body when using the BlackBerry device,
cease use immediately. If discomfort persists, consult a physician.
Holster:The BlackBerry device might not come with a holster (body-worn accessory).
If you wear the BlackBerry device on your body, always put the device in a BlackBerry
device holster supplied or approved by Research In Motion (RIM). If you do not use
a holster supplied or approved by RIM when you carry the BlackBerry device, keep
the device at least 0.98 inches (25 mm) from your body when the BlackBerry device
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is turned on and connected to a wireless network. When using any data feature of
the BlackBerry device, with or without a USB cable, keep the device at least 0.98
inches (25 mm) from your body. Using accessories that are not supplied or approved
by RIM might cause your BlackBerry device to exceed radio frequency (RF) exposure
guidelines.
Carrying solutions: Most BlackBerry® carrying solutions for BlackBerry devices, for
example holsters, totes, and pouches, incorporate a magnet into the physical
structure of the carrying solution. Do not place items containing magnetic strip
components such as debit cards, credit cards, hotel key cards, phone cards, or similar
items near BlackBerry carrying solutions which incorporate a magnet into the
physical structure of the carrying solution as the magnet might damage or erase the
data stored on the magnetic strip.
Compliance information
Exposure to radio frequency signals
The BlackBerry® device radio is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When the
BlackBerry device radio is turned on, it receives and also sends out radio frequency
(RF) signals. The BlackBerry device is designed to comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada (IC) guidelines respecting
safety levels of RF exposure for wireless devices, which in turn are consistent with
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the following safety standards previously set by Canadian, U.S., and international
standards bodies:
• ANSI/IEEE C95.1, 1999, American National Standards Institute/Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers Standard for Safety Levels with Respect
to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300
GHz
• National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) Report
86, 1986, Biological Effects and Exposure Criteria for Radiofrequency
Electromagnetic Fields
• Health Canada, Safety Code 6, 1999, Limits of Human Exposure to
Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz
to 300 GHz
•EN 50360, 2001, Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of mobile
phones with the basic restrictions related to human exposure to
electromagnetic fields (300 MHz to 3 GHz)
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP),
1998, Guidelines for Limiting Exposure to Time-Varying Electric, Magnetic,
and Electromagnetic fields (up to 300 GHz)
• Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU), 1999, Council
Recommendation of 12 July 1999 on the limitation of exposure of the general
public to electromagnetic fields (0 Hz to 300 GHz)
To maintain compliance with FCC, IC, and EU RF exposure guidelines when you carry
theBlackBerrydeviceonyourbody,useonlyaccessoriesthataresuppliedorapproved
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by Research In Motion (RIM). Use of accessories that are not expressly approved by
RIM might violate FCC, IC, and EU RF exposure guidelines and might void any
warrantyapplicable to the BlackBerry device. If you do notuse a body-worn accessory
supplied or approved by RIM when you carry the BlackBerry device, keep the device
at least 0.98 inches (25 mm) from your body when the BlackBerry device is turned
on and connected to a wireless network. When using any data feature of the
BlackBerry device, with or without a USB cable, keep the device at least 0.98 inches
(25 mm) from your body.
Specific absorption rate data
THIS WIRELESS DEVICE MODEL MEETS GOVERNMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR
EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES.
The BlackBerry® device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and
manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF)
energy set by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S.
Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and recommended
by The Council of the European Union. These limits are part of comprehensive
guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population.
The guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific
organizations through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The
standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all
persons, regardless of age and health.
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The exposure standard for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known
as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit set by the FCC/IC is 1.6W/kg*.
The SAR limit recommended by The Council of the European Union is 2.0W/kg**.
TestsforSAR are conducted using standard operatingpositionsspecifiedbythe FCC/
IC with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested
frequencybands.AlthoughtheSARisdeterminedatthehighestcertified power level,
the actual SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum
value. This is because the device 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.
Before a wireless device model is available for sale to the public, it must be tested
and certified to the FCC, IC, and The Council of the European Union that it does not
exceed the limit established by the government-adopted requirement for safe
exposure under the recommendations of the International Commission on Non-
Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP). The tests are performed in positions and
locations (for example, at the ear and worn on the body) as required by the FCC, IC,
and The Council of the European Union for each model.
The highest SAR value for each device model when tested for use at the ear is outlined
below:
Device 1 g / 10 g SAR (W/kg)
BlackBerry® 8300 smartphone 1.51/0.82
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