LG VL600 Safety & Warranty
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1. NCRP Report 86 1986 ICNIRP 1996 American National Standards Institute National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements International Commission on Non lonizing Radiation Protection Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature For example over 120 scientists engineers and physicians from universities government health agencies and industry reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard 95 1 The design of your USB device complies with the FCC guidelines and those standards Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna Unauthorized antennas modifications or attachments could damage the USB Device and may violate FCC regulations Tips on Efficient Operation For your USB device to operate most efficiently Don t touch the antenna unnecessarily when the USB Device is in use Contact with the antenna affects call quality and may cause the USB Device to operate at a higher power level than otherwise needed Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF Signals However certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your USB Device Pacemakers he Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends hat a minimum separation of six 6 inches be maintained between a handheld USB Device and a pacemaker to avoid otential interference with t2. amage resulting from use of non LG approved accessories oS All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts hat are scratched or damaged due to normal customer use iS roducts operated outside published maximum ratings a Products used or obtained in a rental program Consumables such as fuses 3 WHAT LG WILL DO LG will at its sole option either repair replace or refund the purchase price of any unit that is covered under this limited warranty LG may choose at its option to use functionally equivalent re conditioned refurbished or new units or parts or any units In addition LG will not re install or back up any data applications or software that you have added to your USB Device It is therefore recommended that you back up any such data or information prior to sending the unit to LG to avoid the permanent loss of such information 4 STATE LAW RIGHTS DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE ABOVE b other express warranty is applicable to this product THE ADDRESS Please call or write for the location of the LG URATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE authorized service center nearest you and for the procedures PLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY IS LIMITED TOTHE fr Obtaining warranty claims URATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN LG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT CONVENIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABIL
3. United Kingdom Copies of the UK s annual reports on mobile USB Devices and RF are available online at www iegmp org uk and http www hpa org uk radiation search mobile arents who wish to reduce their children s RF exposure may choose to restrict their children s USB Device use Where can get further information about RF emissions For further information see the following additional resources websites current as of April 2005 U S Food and Drug Administration FDA Consumer magazine ovember December 2000 elephone 888 INFO FDA ttp www fda gov Under cin the subject index select Cell hones gt Research U S Federal Communications Commission 445 12th Street S W Washington D C 20554 Telephone 888 225 5322 http www fcc gov oet rfsafety Independent Expert Group on Mobile Phones http www iegmp org uk Royal Society of Canada Expert Panels on Potential Health Risks of Radio Frequency Fields from Wireless Telecommunication Devices 283 Sparks Street Ottawa Ontario K1R 7X9 Canada Telephone 613 991 6990 http www tsc ca index php page Expert_Panels_RF amp Lan g_id 120 World Health Organization Avenue Appia 20 1211 Geneva 27 Switzerland Telephone 011 41 22 79121 11 http www who int mediacentre factsheets fs 193 en International Commission on Non lonizing Radiation Protection c o Bundesamt fur Strahlenschutz ngolstaedter Landstr 1 85764 Oberschleissheim
4. Germany elephone 011 49 1888 333 2156 http www icnirp de American National Standards Institute 819 L Street N W 6th Floor Washington D C 20036 elephone 202 293 8020 ttp www ansi org National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements 7910 Woodmont Avenue Suite 800 Bethesda MD 20814 3095 Telephone 301 657 2652 http www ncrponline org Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society Committee on Man and Radiation COMAR of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers http ewh ieee org soc embs comar Consumer Information on SAR Specific Absorption Rate This model USB Device meets the government s requirements for exposure to radio waves Your USB Device is a radio transmitter and receiver It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for ex RF energy set by the Federal Com osure to Radio Frequency munications Commission of the U S Government These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and esta blish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population he guidelines are based on standards that were developed by independent scientific organizations t Scientific studies margin designe of age and hea The exposure s measurement The SAR limit se conducted using Tough periodic and he standards inc o assure the safe thoroug y of all p th andard for USB Devices emp nown as the Specific Absorp y the F
5. guidelines for USB Devices in the United States Before a USB Device model is available for sale to the public it must be ested by the manufacturer and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed limits established by the FCC One of these limits is expressed as a Specific Absorption Rate or SAR SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy in the body Tests for SAR are conducted with the USB Device transmitting at its highest power level in all tested frequency bands Since 1996 the FCC has required that the SAR of handheld USB Devices not exceed 1 6 watts per kilogram averaged over one gram o tissue Although the SAR is determined at the highest power level the actual SAR value of a USB Device while operating can be less than the reported SAR value This is because the SAR value may vary from call to call depending on factors such as proximity to a cell site the proximity of the USB Device to the body while in use and the use of hands free devices For more information about SARs see the FCC s OET Bulletins 56 and 65 at http www fcc gov Bureaus Engineering_Technology Docume nts bulletins or visit the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association website at http www ctia org consumer_info index cfm AID 10371 You may also wish to contact the manufacturer of your USB device Can minimize my RF exposure Ifyou are concerned about RF there are several simple steps you c
6. CC is 1 6 W kg Tes FCC with the power level in a SB Device transmitting at its evaluation of ude a substantial safety ersons regardless loys a unit of ion Rate or SAR s for SAR are standard operating positions specified by the ighest certified ested frequency bands Al hough SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual SAR level of the USB Device while operating can be well below the maximum value Because the USB Device is designed to operate at multiple power level power required to reach you are to a wireless base sta power output efore a USB device model is must be tested and certified he limit established by the g or safe exposure The tests ar locations e g at the ear an y the FCC for each model gt 5 onti ion antenna o the FCC tha e performed i worn on the e body as described in bo Whi a m com o 5 to use only the he network in general the closer he lower the available for sale to the public it it does not exceed overnment adopted requirement n positions and ody as required e highest SAR value for this model USB Device when worn his user guide is 1 34W kg y worn measurements differ among USB device models depending upon available accessories and FCC requirements e there may be differences between SAR levels o B Devices and at various positions they all meet the go
7. ITY Y 1 TO USE THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT Some states do not allow the exclusive limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 5 HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service please call or fax to the following USB Device numbers from anywhere in the continental United States Tel 1 800 793 8896 or Fax 1 800 448 4026 Or visit http us Igservice com Correspondence may also be mailed to LG Electronics Service Mobile Handsets PO Box 240007 Huntsville AL 35824 15
8. PRODUCT SAFETY AND WARRANT Y INFORMATION LG VL600 4 Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death A Warning uii e Never store your USB device in temperatures less than 4 F or greater than 122 F e Do not dispose of your device near fire or with hazardous or flammable materials e Do not use the USB Device in areas where its use is prohibited For example aircraft e Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or use it in places with high humidity such as a bathroom o e Do not use harsh chemicals such as alcohol benzene B thinners etc or detergents to clean your USB device e Do not drop strike or shake your USB device severely It may harm the internal circuit boards of the USB Device e Do not use your USB device in high explosive areas as the USB Device may generate sparks um LA Do not damage the device by bending twisting pulling or heating Do not place any heavy items on the device Do not handle the USB Device with wet hands while it is inserted into a USB port Do not disassemble the USB Device Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during use Store the device out of reach of children Be careful that children do not swallow the device This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation resulting in serious injury or death Only authorized personnel should service the USB Device and its accessories Faulty installation
9. Upon request from LG the consumer must provide information to reasonably prove the date of purchase 6 The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product to the Customer Service Department of LG LG shall bear the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer after the completion of service under this limited warranty 2 WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER 1 Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in other than its normal and customary manner 2 Defects or damages from abnormal use abnormal conditions improper storage exposure to moisture or dampness unauthorized modifications unauthorized connections unauthorized repair misuse neglect abuse accident alteration improper installation or other acts which are not the fault of LG including damage caused by shipping blown fuses spills of food or liquid 3 Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or workmanship 4 That the Customer Service Department at LG was not notified by consumer of the alleged defect or malfunction ofthe product during the applicable limited warranty period 5 Products which have had the serial number removed or made illegible 6 This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties express or implied either in fact or by operations of law Statutory or otherwise including but not limited to any implied warranty of marketability or fitness for a particular use Si
10. an take to minimize your RF exposure You can of course reduce your talk time You can place more distance between your body and the source of the RF as the exposure level drops off dramatically with distance USB Devices marketed in the U S are required to meet safety requirements regardless of whether they are used against the head or against the body Either configuration should result in compliance with the safety limit You should also read and follow your USB Device manufacturer s instructions for the safe operation of your USB device Do USB Devices pose any special risks to children The FDA FCC website states that the scientific evidence does not show a danger to users of wireless communication devices including children The FDA FCC website further states that some groups sponsored by other national governments have advised that children be discouraged from using USB Devices at all For example the Stewart Report from the United Kingdom UK made such a recommendation in December 2000 In this report a group of independent experts noted that no evidence exists that using a USB Device causes brain tumors or other ill effects The UK s recommendation to limit USB Device use by children was strictly precautionary it was not based on scientific evidence that any health hazard exists A copy of the UK s leaflet is available at http www dh gov uk search mobile or you can write to NRPB Chilton Didcot Oxon OX11 ORO
11. deral Communications Commission FCC set policies and procedures for USB Devices The FDA issued a website publication on health issues related to USB Device usage where it states The scientific community at large believes that the weight of scientific evidence does not show an association between exposure to radiofrequency RF from cell phones and adverse health outcomes Still the scientific community does recommend conducting additional research to address gaps in knowledge That research is being conducted around the world and FDA continues to monitor developments in this field You can access the joint FDA FCC website at http www fda gov under c in the subject index select USB Devices gt Research You can also contact the FDA toll free at 888 463 6332 or 888 INFO FDA In June 2000 the FDA entered into a cooperative research and development agreement through which additional scientific research is being conducted The FCC issued its own website publication stating that there is no scientific evidence that proves that wireless phone usage can lead to cancer or a variety of other problems including eadaches dizziness or memory loss This publication is available at http www fcc gov cgb cellular html or through he FCC at 888 225 5322 or 888 CALL FCC What does SAR mean n 1996 the FCC working with the FDA the U S Environmental rotection Agency and other agencies established RF exposure Safety
12. e to the product e Do not disassemble or open crush bend or deform puncture or shred e Do not modify or remanufacture attempt to insert foreign objects into the device immerse or expose to water or other liquids expose to other hazard e Only use the device for the system for which it is specified e Promptly dispose of used devices in accordance with local regulations e Device usage by children should be supervised e void dropping the USB Device or exposing the USB Device to a liquid If the USB Device is dropped especially on a hard surface or is exposed to a liquid or comes into contact with a sharp object take it to a service center for inspection e Atleast one of the Authentication methods may be implemented e g H W S W Mechanical Hologram etc e Improper use of the device may result in a other hazard 11 Information and Care e Please read the manual of proper installation and removal of the device e Do not damage the device by bending twisting or heating o not place any heavy items on the device e Always cover the receptacle when not in use e Never store your USB Device in temperature less than 4 F or greater than 122 F e Do not use or leave the device under the blazing sun or in heated car by sunshine The device may generate heat smoke or flame And also it might cause the deterioration of devices characteristics or cycle life e When the device has rust bad s
13. he damaged antenna sing the device in close proximity to receiving equipment i e tv or radio may cause interference to the device Do not immerse your USB Device in water liquid or expose to high humidity If this happens turn it off immediately and remove the device Immediately take it o an LG Authorized Service Center Do gt ot paint your USB Device Limited Warranty Statement 1 WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed device and its enclosed accessories if any will be free from defects in material and workmanship according to the following terms and conditions 1 The limited warranty for the product extends for TWELVE 12 MONTHS beginning on the date of purchase of the product with valid proof of purchase or absent valid proof of purchase FIFTEEN 15 MONTHS from date of manufacture as determined by the unit s manufacture date code 2 The limited warranty extends only to the original purchaser of the product and is not assignable or ransferable to any subsequent purchaser end user CS his warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in the U S including Alaska Hawaii U S Territories and Canada he external housing and cosmetic parts shall be free of defects at the time of shipment and therefore shall not be covered under these limited warranty terms 13 5
14. he pacemaker These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research ersons with pacemakers e Should ALWAYS keep the USB Device more than six 6 inches from their pacemaker when the USB Device is turned ON e Should not carry the USB Device in a breast pocket e Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference e Should turn the USB Device OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place Other Medical Devices f you use any other personal medical device consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately Shielded from external RF energy Your physician may be able 0 assist you in obtaining this information Health Care Facilities urn your USB device OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle You Should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle Posted Facilities Turn your USB Device OFF in any facility where posted notices 50 require Aircraft FCC regulations prohibit using you
15. mell or something abnormal at first time using do not use the equipment and go to bring the device to the shop which it was bought e n case younger children use the device their parents should teach them how to use the device according to the manual with care Do not handle the USB Device with wet hands e Donot use harsh chemicals such as alcohol benzene thinners etc or detergents to clean your USB Device Shock and other Hazards e Do not put your USB Device in a place subject to excessive dust and keep the minimum required distance between the power cord and heat sources e Ifyou put your USB Device in a pocket or bag without covering the receptacle of the USB Device power plug pin metallic articles such as a coin paperclip or pen may short circuit the USB Device Always cover the receptacle when not in use General Notice e Using a damaged device or placing a device in your mouth or animal s mouth may cause serious injury e Do not place items containing magnetic components Such as a credit card phone card bank book or subway icket near your USB Device The magnetism of the USB evice may damage the data stored in the magnetic strip e When the USB Device is not used for a long period of ime store it in a safe place e Do not use the USB Device if the antenna is damaged If a damaged antenna contacts skin it may cause a slight burn Please contact an LG Authorized Service Center to replace t
16. or service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty Body worn Operation This Mobile Broadband USB Modem model VL600 is approved for use in normal size laptop computers only typically with 12 or larger display screens To comply with FCC RF exposure requirements this modem Should not be used in configurations that cannot maintain at east 5mm approximately 0 2 inches from your body Also when using the USB extension cable with a dip place he USB modem with a clip away from your body or any other ransmitter of the laptop or PC his USB modem has been tested for compliance with FCC IC F exposure limits in the laptop computers configurations with horizontal and vertical USB slots and can be used in aptop computers with substantially similar physical dimensions construction and electrical and RF characteristics When using this USB modem in your computer it must not be co located or simultaneously transmit with any other radio for example Bluetooth or WiFi radios in the computer Part 15 19 statement This device and its accessories comply with part15 of FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device amp its accessories may not cause harmful interference 2 This device amp its accessories must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Part 15 21 statement Change or Modifications that are not expressl
17. r USB Device while in the air Switch OFF your USB Device before boarding an aircraft Blasting Areas To avoid interfering with blasting operations turn your USB Device OFF when in a blasting area or in areas posted Turn off two way radio Obey all signs and instructions Potentially Explosive Atmosphere Turn your USB Device OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but not always marked clearly Potential areas may include fueling areas such as gasoline stations below deck on boats fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities vehicles using liquefied 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 For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag An air bag inflates with great force DO NOT place objects induding either installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Safety Information Please read and observe the following information for safe and proper use of your USB Device and to prevent damage A Caution Violation of the instructions may cause minor or serious damag
18. to Radio Frequency RF electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated transmitters Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standard previously set by both U S and international standards bodies The design of this USB device complies with the FCC guidelines and these international standards Vehicle Mounted External Antenna Optional if available To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements keep 8 inches 20 cm between the user bystander and vehicle mounted external antenna For more information about RF exposure visit the FCC website at www fcc gov Caution Use only the supplied antenna Use of unauthorized antennas or modifications to the antenna could impair connection quality damage the USB Device void your warranty and or violate FCC regulations Don t use the USB Device with a damaged antenna A damaged antenna could cause a minor skin burn Contact your local dealer for a replacement antenna Consumer Information About Radio Frequency Emissions Your USB Device which contains a radio transmitter and receiver emits radio frequency energy during use The following consumer information addresses commonly asked questions about the health effects of USB Devices Are USB Devices safe Scientific research on the subject of USB Devices and radio frequency RF energy has been conducted worldwide for many years and continues In the United States the Food and Drug Administration FDA and the Fe
19. vernment requirement for safe exposure The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for thi del USB Device with all reported SAR levels evaluated as in liance with the FCC RF emission guidelines SAR information on this model USB Device is on file with and can be found under the Display Grant section of http www fcc gov oet fccid after searching on FCC BEJVL600 Additional information on Specific Absorpi various i he FCC D ion Rates SAR can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association CTIA website at http www c ia org n the United States and Canada the SAR limit for mobile USB devices used by the public is 1 6 watts kg W kg averaged over one gram of tissue The standard incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements TIA Safety Information The following is the complete TIA Safety Information for wireless handheld USB devices Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal Your wireless handheld portable USB device is a low power radio transmitter and receiver When ON it receives and sends out Radio Frequency RF signals In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commissions FCC adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld USB Devices Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by both U S and international standards bodies ANSI C95 1 1992
20. y approved by he manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate he equipment Part 15 105 statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the imits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules hese limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation his equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC RF Exposure Information WARNING Read this information before operating the USB Device In August 1996 the Federal Communications Commission FCC of the United States with its action in Report and Order FCC 96 326 adopted an updated safety standard for human exposure
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