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Hearing loss Listening to sound at high volumes may damage your hearing. Background noise,
as well as continued exposure to high volume levels, can make sounds seem quieter than they
actually are. Use only compatible receivers, earbuds, headphones, speakerphones, or earpieces
with your device. Turn on the audio and check the volume before inserting anything in your ear.
For more information about hearing loss, see www.apple.com/sound. For information about how
to set a maximum volume limit on iPod touch, see Music settings on page 46.
WARNING: To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for
long periods.
Apple headsets The headsets sold with iPhone 4S or later in China (identiable by dark
insulating rings on the plug) are designed to comply with Chinese standards and are compatible
with iPhone 4S or later, iPad 2 or later, and iPod touch 5th generation. Use only compatible
headsets with your device.
Radio signals iPod touch uses radio signals to connect to wireless networks. For information
about the amount of power used to transmit these signals, and about steps you can take to
minimize exposure, see Settings > General > About > Legal > RF Exposure.
Radio frequency interference Observe signs and notices that prohibit or restrict the use of
electronic devices (for example, in healthcare facilities or blasting areas). Although iPod touch
is designed, tested, and manufactured to comply with regulations governing radio frequency
emissions, such emissions from iPod touch can negatively aect the operation of other electronic
equipment, causing them to malfunction. Turn o iPod touch or use Airplane Mode to turn o
the iPod touch wireless transmitters when use is prohibited, such as while traveling in aircraft, or
when asked to do so by authorities.
Medical devices iPod touch contains radios that emit electromagnetic elds. These
electromagnetic elds may interfere with pacemakers or other medical devices. If you wear
a pacemaker, maintain at least 6 inches (approximately 15 cm) of separation between your
pacemaker and iPod touch. If you suspect iPod touch is interfering with your pacemaker or any
other medical device, stop using iPod touch and consult your physician for information specic
to your medical device. iPod touch has magnets near the bottom, and the included headphones
also have magnets in the earbuds, which may interfere with pacemakers, debrillators or other
medical devices. Maintain at least 6 inches (approximately 15 cm) of separation between your
pacemaker or debrillator and iPod touch or the earbuds.
Medical conditions If you have any other medical condition that you believe could be aected
by iPod touch (for example, seizures, blackouts, eyestrain, or headaches), consult with your
physician prior to using iPod touch.
Explosive atmospheres Do not charge or use iPod touch in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere, such as at a fueling area, or in areas where the air contains chemicals or particles
(such as grain, dust, or metal powders). Obey all signs and instructions.
Repetitive motion When you perform repetitive activities such as typing or playing games on
iPod touch, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, arms, wrists, shoulders,
neck, or other parts of your body. If you experience discomfort, stop using iPod touch and
consult a physician.
High-consequence activities This device is not intended for use where the failure of the device
could lead to death, personal injury, or severe environmental damage.