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Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for
GSM850/PCS1900 networks
The SAR is a value that corresponds to the relative
amount of RF energy absorbed in the head of a user
for a wireless handset. The SAR value of a phone is the
result of an extensive testing, measuring and calcula-
tion process. It does not represent how much RF the
phone emits. All phone models are tested at their
highest value in strict laboratory settings. But when in
operation, the SAR of a phone can be substantially less
that the level reported to the FCC. This is because of a
variety of factors including its proximity to a base sta-
tion antenna, phone design and other factors. What is
important to remember is that each phone meets strict
federal guidelines. Variations in SAR’s do not represent
a variation in safety. All phones must meet the federal
standard, which incorporates a substantial margin
of safety. As stated above, variations in SAR values
between different model phones do not mean variations
in safety. SAR values at or below the federal standard of
1.6W/kg are considered safe for use by the public. The
highest reported SAR values of NPQMGD3080 are :
GSM mode Head : 0.496W/kg,
Body-worn : 0.165W/kg
PCS mode Head : 0.493W/kg,
Body-worn : 0.053W/kg
Body-worn Operation
This device has been tested for body-worn operation
and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines. Body-worn
operation is restricted to accessories that maintain a
minimum of 1.5cm separation to the body and do not
contain metallic components. Use of any other body-
worn accessories may not provide compliance with
FCC RF exposure guidelines. For more information
about RF exposure, please visit the FCC website : www.
fcc.gov