MaxCom MM461 User Guide

GSM cell

Instruction

Easiphone MM461

phone
manual

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If you need technical assistance, call the following hotline
([phone] or [e-mail]
Our website:
http://www.maxcom.pl/

Set content:

GSM cell phone
Charger
Battery 600mAh
Instruction manual
Warranty card
Desktop charger

Keep the package, it may be useful in
the case of possible transport.

Keep the receipt, it is inseparable part
of warranty.

Note – The phone operates in GSM 900/1800 network. Before
switching the phone on insert the SIM card correctly.

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Large highlighted keys
SOS button (Emits an alarm and automatically calls and
sends SMS to a previously specified number)
ICE button (Press and hold „2 ICE” button to display the
contacts you may call in the case of an accident as well as
the information about the user)
Large type, simple Menu
Hands-free function
Phonebook -300 entries
Receiving and sending SMS
Quick dialing of 7 numbers
Displaying the time of a call
Loud ringtone (10 melodies)
Torch
Calculator
Alarm clock
Bluetooth
Micro SD card slot
Standby time: to 120 hours*.
Talking time: to 3 hours*
Weight:91g
Dimensions: 106 X 53 X 15mm
*depending on conditions and GSM network signal

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Table of contents

1 Buttons localisation......................................................... 9

2 Rules of safe use.......Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

2.1 GSM network ............................................................. 14

3 Installation .................................................................... 14

3.1 SIM card installation .................................................. 15

3.1 Micro SD card installation .......................................... 16

3.2 Battery installation ..Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

3.3 Battery charging .....Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

3.3.1 Desktop charger (option) ........................................ 19

3.4 Low battery alarm ...Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

3.5 Switching on the phoneBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

3.6 Switching off the phoneBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

3.7 Keylock ................... Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

3.8 Standby mode ........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

3.9 Icons on the display ................................................... 23

3.10 Basic functions of the buttons .Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano
zakładki.

4 Using MENU................................................................. 25

5 Torch ......................... Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

6 ICE button. ................................................................... 26

7 Emergency calls ........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

7.1 SOS button ................................................................ 27

7.1.1 Emergency procedureBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

7.1.2 Emergency contactsBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

7.1.3 Emergency text ....Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

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7.1.4 SOS information/Information about the owner ........ 29

7.1.5 Deactivation of SOS alarm...................................... 30

8 Calls .......................... Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

8.1 Making a call...........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

8.1.1 Quick dialing ........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

8.2 Hands free mode ....Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

8.1 Volume regulation...Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

8.2 Conference .............Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9 SMS............................................................................. 33

9.1 Writing SMS............................................................... 33

9.2 Changing the method of entering the text .................. 34

9.3 Sending messages .Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9.4 Saving messages ...Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9.5 Reading SMS ............................................................ 36

9.6 SMS boxes ................................................................ 37

9.6.1 Inbox .................... Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9.6.2 Sent messages ....Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9.6.3 Drafts ................... Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9.7 SMS templates .......................................................... 38

9.8 Voice mail ...............Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9.9 SMS settings ............................................................ 39

9.9.1 Number of message center..................................... 39

9.9.2 Message validity ..Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9.9.3 Report of delivery.................................................... 40

9.9.4 Saving sent messages............................................ 40

9.9.5 Memory settings ..Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

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9.10 Deleting all messagesBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

9.11 Memory state ..........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

10 Phonebook ................ Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

10.1 Scrolling contacts ...................................................... 41

10.2 Creating a new contactBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

10.3 Deleting contacts ....Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

10.4 Copying contacts ....Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

10.5 Transferring contactsBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

10.6 Programming quick dialing ........................................ 44

10.7 Adding a contact to the black list ............................... 45

10.8 Other settigs of the phonebook.................................. 45

10.8.1 My number .............................................................. 45

10.8.2 Numbers of services ............................................... 46

10.8.3 Memory status .....Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

11 Call list....................... Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

11.1 Deleting entries.......Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

11.2 Call time.................. Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

12 Multimedia .................................................................... 47

12.1 Picture browser.......................................................... 48

12.2 Music player ...........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

12.3 Dictaphone ................................................................ 49

13 FM radio ....................................................................... 49

14 Alarm clock (alarm)....................................................... 49

14.1 Alarm clock settings Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

14.2 Deleting the alarm clockBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

15 Applications .................................................................. 50

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15.1 SIM services .............................................................. 51

15.1 Scrolling files ..........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

15.2 Torch ...................... Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

15.3 Calendar ................. Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

15.4 Calculator ...............Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

15.5 Bluetooth ................................................................... 53

16 Settings ..................... Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.1 Call settings ............Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.1.1 Call transfer .........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.1.2 Waiting call ..........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.1.3 Call barring ..........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.1.4 Hiding the numberBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.1.5 Additional call settingsBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.2 Phone settings ........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.2.1 Time and date ......Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.2.2 Phone language...Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.2.3 Automatic switching on/off the phone .................... 58

16.2.4 Factory settings ...Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.3 Display settings ......Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.3.1 Wallpaper.............Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.3.2 Display contrast ...Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.3.3 Display highlightingBłąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.3.4 Automatic keylock ................................................... 60

16.3.5 Highlighting ..........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.3.6 Signalling events..Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.4 Security settings .....Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

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16.4.1 PIN.......................................................................... 61

16.4.2 PIN 2....................................................................... 61

16.4.3 Phone lock ...........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.4.4 Privacy protection Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.4.5 Locking the key with red receiver button ..... Błąd! Nie

zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.4.6 Set numbers ........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.4.7 Black list...............Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.5 Profile settings ........Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.5.1 Ringtone settings .Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.5.2 Volume settings ...Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.5.3 Vibration settings .Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

16.5.4 Keys and warnings tones ........................................ 65

16.6 Network selection ...Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

17 Connecting to the computer ......Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano

zakładki.

18 FAQ (Solving problems) ............................................... 67

19 Use and safety term ..Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano zakładki.

20 Warranty conditions...................................................... 72

21 Information concerning the battery ............................... 73

22 Information about SAR ................................................ 74

23 Information concerning environment protection............ 76

24 Declaration of conformity .............................................. 78

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1 Buttons localisation

Speaker

Display
Call button/

Confirming the
function

Entering the
phonebook/ “Down”
navigation key

Type change
MENU

Press and hold
to change the
type size

Torch button

Press and hold to
switch on/off the
torch

Entering
MENU/”Up
navigation
key

Call end button/
Cancelling the
function

Press and hold
to switch on/off
the phone

ICE button

Press and hold to
display important
contacts and
information about
the user

Silent mode

Press and hold to
switch on/off the
ringtone

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SOS button

Press and hold to
activate the emergency
procedur . This button

allows to call the
defined number and
send SMS

Speaker

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Top view

Torch

Bottom view

Charging contacts

Charging jack

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2 Rules of safe use
Reading the following rules will minimize the risk of

improper use of the phone. The rules are described in
details in further part of the instruction manual.
USE – do not use the phone in the places where it is
forbidden for example in petrol stations or hospitals. Using
the phone in such places may be dangerous for other
people.

TORCH– do not look directly on the light beam.
HEARING AID– If the user has got a hearing aid, set the

phone volume carefully and properly set the sensitivity of
the hearing aid.
WATERTIGHTNESS – the phone is not watertight. Keep it
in dry place.
HANDS-FREE SET –the phone may be used in hands
free mode using Bluetooth wireless technology. The
hands-free set may be purchased separately in shops with
GSM accessories.

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2.1 GSM network

The phone is set to operate in GSM 900/1800 network.
Before using the phone functions ask the GSM operator

whether the functions are available.
Note: No all operators make it possible to send polish
characters in text messages. Consult your operator.

3 Installation
Before switching on the phone install SIM card and the

battery. Pay attention not to damage the card while
inserting it.
Keep SIM cards away from children.

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3.1 SIM card installation

Before inserting SIM card make sure that the phone is
switched off. The charger should be disconnected.

1. Lever the battery cover with your nail in the notch,
located at the bottom of the phone (as shown in the
figure)

Notch

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2. Insert the SI M card to „SIM slot” as shown in the
figure.

3.1 Micro SD card installation

On the right, next to the SIM card slot there is a slot for
MicroSD card. Move the cotter pin to OPEN side and then
lift it up. Insert the microSD card so that the contacts touch
the phone contacts, close the cotter pin moving it to LOCK.

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Exercise caution while using the memory card, particularly
when inserting and removing it. Some memory cards must
be first formatted with the use of a computer.
Regularly prepare backups of the information saved on
cards used in other devices, if you use card of SD type!
Incorrect use or other factors may cause the damage or
the loss of cards content. The set does not include the
micro SD card. Micro SD card increases the phone
memory, which may be used for saving multimedia files.

3.2 Battery installation

1. Insert the battery so that +/- contacts were directed

downwards.

2. After inserting the battery place the battery cover on

the phone and press the edges gently.

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3.3 Battery charging

Note! Use the battery included in the set. Using other
battery may cause the damage of the phone and the loss
of warranty. Do not connect the charger when the battery
cover is removed.

To charge the phone:

1. Connect the charger to the jack located at the
bottom of the phone.

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2. Connect the plug to the wall socket. In the right
upper corner information about battery charging will
appear. The battery symbol shows the battery
charging state.

3. Whe n the battery is fully charged

dis

connect the
charger from the wall socket and then the cable
from the phone.

3.3.1 Desktop charger (option)
In the case of using the desktop charger, first connect the

small plug of the charger to the desktop charger and then
connect the adapter to the wall socket. To charge the
battery insert the phone to the desktop charger with the
contacts directed downwards.

3.4 Low battery alarm

The phone will generate a sound signal (if warning sounds
are activated in profiles) together with the message on the
display when the battery level will be too low. The display
will show the red symbol of empty battery. Charge the
battery when this message will appear.

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3.5 Switching on the phone

Press and hold the red call end button , to switch on
the phone.
If you are asked for PIN code you need to enter it. You will
find it in the SIM card starter set.
After entering the code confirm it pressing the green

receiver button .

Warning: Entering incorrect PIN code three
times in a raw will cause that the SIM card will
be locked. It can be unlocked with the use of
PUK code. Entering incorrect PUK code 10
times will cause that the card will be locked
permanently.

After first switching on the phone you will be asked to enter
the cur rent date and time. Enter appropriate digits of the

date and time and then confirm with . Then in similar
way enter current time and confirm with .

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You may use UP/DOWN keys to switch
between the digits.

3.6 Switching off the phone

To switch off the phone press and hold the call end key

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3.7 Keylock

To lock the keys press : and .
The keys will be locked automatically after specified period
of time of idle operation. This period of time may be
changed or deactivated by entering: MENU > Settings >
Display > Automatic keylock.
You may also set the function of locking the keys only by
pressing the red receiver button (it will not be necessary to

press key)
MENU > Settings > Security > Red receiver button lock

To unlock the keys press:

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and .

It is not necessary to unlock the keys to answer the call.

3.8 Standby mode

When the phone is switched on but no actions are taken
then it is in the standby mode.

Range of the
network

Time
Date

Missed calls

Display

description:

(Mon)

Battery level

Unread
messages

Flashing display indicates the new message or a missed
call. The display flashes for about 1 hour. This function
may be deactivated in:

MENU > Settings > Display > Events signalling

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3.9 Icons on the display

Alarm clock

New message

Missed calls

Silent mode

Button

Functions

Call button

(green

receiver)

Making and answering calls. Standby mode:
press to enter the call history.
Navigation in MENU: ”Confirm” Press to
confirm the function you have chosen.

Call end button

(red receiver)

Switching on/off the phone.
Navigation in MENU: ”Back” Press to return
to the previous MENU

3.10 Basic functions of buttons

„UP” navigation

key

Standby mode: Press to enter the main
MENU
Navigation in MENU: Press to move the
cursor up

„DOWN”

navigation key

Standby mode: Press to enter the
phonebook.
Navigation in MENU: Press to move the
cursor down

1 key

Press: digit 1
Press and hold: voice mail

2 key

Press: digit 2
Press and hold: Displaying MENU ICE „In
emergency”

3-9 keys

Press: digits 3 to 9
Press and hold: dials the programmed
quick dialing number

Button

Standby mode: Press and hold to change
the mode into silent or normal
Writing SMS: Press to change the mode of
entering

Button

Writing SMS: Press to use symbols

Torch button

Standby mode: Press and hold to switch
on/off the torch.

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Emergency
button (SOS )

If the emergency calls are activated press
and hold to start SOS procedure

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To enter MENU in standby mode press UP .

To move in MENU use UP and DOWN .
To confirm the selected function press the call button .

To return to the previous MENU (return), press .

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5 Torch
To switch on/off the torch press and hold ZERO key .

or enter:

MENU > Applications>Torch
6 ICE button.

ICE (In Case of Emergency) – the abbreviation informing
the rescuemen to whom they should call in the case of
emergency. Pressing and holding 2 ICE button results in
displaying the contacts and information about the user.
ICE abbreviation is known by the rescuremen all around
the world and allows to obtain important information about
the injured person, that is why it is recommended to enter
emergency contacts, page Błąd! Nie zdefiniowano

zakładki. and information about the user, page 29.
7 Emergency calls

When the phone is switched on you may always in the
case of emergency enter 112 and dial the number using

green receiver button .

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Most of – but not all – networks accept emergency
numbers(112, 999 etc.) without active or inserted SIM
card.