HTC Hero HERO200 User manual

Your HTC Hero
User guide

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Please Read Before Proceeding
THE BATTERY IS NOT CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT OUT OF THE
BOX.
DO NOT REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK WHEN THE DEVICE IS
CHARGING.
YOUR WARRANTY IS INVALIDATED IF YOU DISASSEMBLE OR
ATTEMPT TO DISASSEMBLE THE DEVICE.
PRIVACY RESTRICTIONS
Some countries require full disclosure of recorded telephone
conversations, and stipulate that you must inform the person with
whom you are speaking that the conversation is being recorded.
Always obey the relevant laws and regulations of your country when
using the recording feature of your phone.
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marks of HTC Corporation.
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WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, YOU
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DATA AND/OR DOCUMENTATION MAY INCLUDE INACCURACIES
AND YOU WILL USE COMMON SENSE AND FOLLOW STANDARD
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE
OF THE WEATHER INFORMATION, STOCK DATA, DATA OR
DOCUMENTATION.
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USER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY
KIND, IN CONTRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, INJURY, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF GOODWILL, LOSS OF
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DATA, DATA OR DOCUMENTATION HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF
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Important Health Information and Safety
Precautions
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken
to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages.
Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions.
Observe all warnings in the operating instructions on the product.
To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to
the equipment, observe the following precautions.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from
the designated battery or power supply unit. Other usage may be
dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PROPER GROUNDING INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Connecting to an improperly grounded equipment can
result in an electric shock to your device.
This product is equipped with a USB Cable for connecting with a
desktop or notebook computer. Be sure your computer is properly
grounded (earthed) before connecting this product to the computer.
The power supply cord of a desktop or notebook computer has an
equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must
be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT
Use the correct external power source
A product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are not sure
of the type of power source required, consult your authorized
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service provider or local power company. For a product that
operates from battery power or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions that are included with the product.
Handle battery packs carefully
This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and
burns if the battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt
to open or service the battery pack. Do not disassemble, crush,
puncture, short external contacts or circuits, dispose of in fire
or water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than
60˚C (140˚F).
WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
To reduce risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush,
puncture, short external contacts, expose to temperature above
60˚C (140˚F), or dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with
specified batteries. Recycle or dispose of used batteries according
to the local regulations or reference guide supplied with your
product.
Take extra precautions
Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or
any liquid as it may cause a short circuit.
Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact
with the battery or its connectors as it may lead to short
circuit during operation.
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The phone should be only connected to products that bear
the USB-IF logo or have completed the USB-IF compliance
program.
Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed,
or discolored, or the one that has any rust on its casing,
overheats, or emits a foul odor.
Always keep the battery out of the reach of babies and
small children, to avoid swallowing of the battery. Consult
the doctor immediately if the battery is swallowed.
Only use the battery with a charging system that has been
qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-
1725-2006. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may
present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.
Replace the battery only with another battery that has
been qualified with the system per this standard, IEEE-Std-
1725-2006. Use of an unqualified battery may present a
risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.
Avoid dropping the phone or battery. If the phone or
battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and
the user suspects damage, take it to a service centre for
inspection.
If the battery leaks:
Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with
skin or clothing. If already in contact, flush the affected
area immediately with clean water and seek medical
advice.
Do not allow the leaking fluid to come in contact with
eyes. If this occurs, DO NOT rub; rinse with clean water
immediately and seek medical advice.
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Take extra precautions to keep a leaking battery away
from fire as there is a danger of ignition or explosion.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
Keep this product away from excessive moisture and extreme
temperatures. Do not leave the product or its battery inside a vehicle
or in places where the temperature may exceed 60˚C (140˚F), such as
on a car dashboard, window sill, or behind a glass that is exposed to
direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time.
This may damage the product, overheat the battery, or pose a risk to
the vehicle.
PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS
CAUTION: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or
headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time.
SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft’s
navigation system and its communications network, using this device’s
phone function on board an airplane is against the law in most
countries. If you want to use this device when on board an aircraft,
remember to turn off your phone by switching to Airplane Mode.
ENVIRONMENT RESTRICTIONS
Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or
where blasting operations are in progress, or in potentially explosive
atmospheres such as fuelling areas, fuel storehouses, below deck on
boats, chemical plants, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities,
and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain,
dust, or metal powders. Please be aware that sparks in such areas
could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even
death.
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EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where
flammable materials exist, the product should be turned off and the
user should obey all signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could
cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Users are advised not to use the equipment at refueling points such
as service or gas stations, and are reminded of the need to observe
restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical
plants, or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a
potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly
marked. These include fueling areas, below deck on boats, fuel or
chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
ROAD SAFETY
Vehicle drivers in motion are not permitted to use telephony services
with handheld devices, except in the case of emergency. In some
countries, using hands-free devices as an alternative is allowed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR RF EXPOSURE
Avoid using your phone near metal structures (for example, the
steel frame of a building).
Avoid using your phone near strong electromagnetic sources,
such as microwave ovens, sound speakers, TV and radio.
Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or
accessories that do not contain any metal.
Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories may
violate your local RF exposure guidelines and should be avoided.
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