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Understanding How Your Phone Operates
Your phone is basically a radio transmitter and receiver. When it's turned on, it receives and transmits
radio frequency (RF) signals. When you use your phone, the system handling your call controls the power
level. This power can range from 0.006 watts to 0.2 watts in digital mode.
Maintaining Your Phone's Peak Performance
For the best care of your phone, only authorized personnel should service your phone and accessories.
Faulty service may void the warranty.
There are several simple guidelines to operating your phone properly and maintaining safe, satisfactory
service.
• If your phone is equipped with an external antenna, hold the phone with the antenna raised,
fully-extended and over your shoulder.
• 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.
• Avoid exposing your phone and accessories to rain or liquid spills. If your phone does get wet,
immediately turn the power off and remove the battery. If it is inoperable, call Customer Care
for service.
Availability of Various Features/Ring Tones
Many services and features are network dependent and may require additional subscription and/or
usage charges. Not all features are available for purchase or use in all areas. Downloadable Ring Tones
may be available at an additional cost. Other conditions and restrictions may apply. See your service
provider for additional information.
Battery Standby and Talk Time
Standby and talk times will vary depending on phone usage patterns and conditions. Battery power
consumption depends on factors such as network configuration, signal strength, operating
temperature, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage
patterns.
