Maxon MX-3204 User manual

■ weight 88g*

Quick Guide

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International Calls .......=b('h o l d) COUNTRY CODEb

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Emergency Calls .........112 (or local number) b ,

Ending Calls ................\

Answering Calls ..........,

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■ volume 125cc

■ dimensions 131 x 45 x 21mm

■ SMS (send and receive)

■ cell broadcast

■ call forwarding

■ call barring

■ call hold / call waiting

■ conference calls

■ advice of charge

■ ring options

■ missed call counter

■ DTMF tones

■ key lock

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■ status indicator

■ scratch pad

■ plug-in SIM

■ fixed dialled numbers

■ vibrating battery option

■ 4 lines of 12 characters display

* without battery

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Dial a displayed number and
answer an incoming call

End a call, store an entry and
exit a feature

S w i t ch the phone ON and OFF
Upward search

Downward search
Enter the phone book or go back

one step in the menu
Enter the menu or select a menu

feature

Clear a number
Battery power level

Signal strength
Network operator name

Contents

Introduction
Security
Safety

Getting Started
Calls
Basics
The Phone Book

Network Features
Troubleshooting
Accessories
Index

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Menu Features

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Looking Up Phone Book Numbers

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By Location .................3b [ b -/]

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Earpiece

Microphone

Retractable antenna

Indicator

Ringing buzzer

Volume adjustment

The phone is normally set up to automatically show
display text in the language of the SIM. If this is not
the case, please refer to section 3 for language
change instructions.

Introduction

Security

Congratulations on choosing the Maxon MX-3204
GSM mobile phone.

The MX-3204 has been designed to operate on any
digital GSM network subject to individual network
roaming agreements. GSM is becoming a worldwide
standard communications system giving you the
freedom to stay in touch wherever you are.

Your mobile phone is intended for use with the
supplied rechargeable battery, quick charger and any
of the approved accessories shown in section 7 of this
user guide. Other usage will invalidate any approval
and warranties given to this equipment and may be
dangerous.

The MX-3204 conforms to the GSM type approval for
class 4 mobile phones and is prepared for phase 2
specification to meet future network development.

Maxon Cellular Systems (Denmark) A/S reserve the
right to make changes and improvements to any of the
products described in this guide without prior notice.

© Maxon Cellular Systems (Denmark) A/S 1997

■ if your phone is lost or stolen you must report it to your

network operator or service provider so that they can
bar the phone and SIM from use. This is important as
you may be liable for the cost of unauthorised calls
until the equipment is barred

■ when you ring the network operator or service provider

they will need the IMEI number of the phone. This is
printed on the label attached to the back of the phone
under the battery. Copy the number onto the label

below for future reference

■ you can help prevent mobile phone crime by taking the

following precautions:

- always have the SIM PIN enabled and change it if
you think someone else knows the number

- don’t leave your phone visible in a vehicle when you
leave it. Take the phone with you or lock it in the boot
or glove compartment

- set call bars to limit fraudulent use

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Safety

Personal

■ operation of any radio equipment including mobile

phones, may interfere with the function of inadequately
shielded medical devices such as hearing aids and
pacemakers. You must consult the manufacturer of
the device or your physician before use

■ observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in

fuel depots, chemical plants, in areas where explosive
gases are present or where blasting operations are in
progress. Your mobile phone will continue to transmit
call responses if left in standby mode. You must
switch off when requested to do so

■ do not move the antenna close to, or touching any

exposed part of the body when making a call, a
damaged antenna may cause a minor burn

Mobile Phone

■ your mobile phone produces magnetic fields, do not

place next to magnetic storage media such as
computer diskettes

■ operating your mobile phone close to other electrical

equipment such as televisions, phones, radios and
personal computers, may cause interference

■ do not expose your mobile phone to strong sunlight,

direct heat or liquids (such as water)

Battery

■ do not short circuit the battery terminals. This will

damage the battery, produce heat and may cause a
f i r e

■ never dispose of batteries in a fire as this can cause

them to explode. Return dead batteries to your
supplier or an approved recycling centre. DO NOT p u t
in with the household waste

W A R N I N G : If the battery case breaks, avoid contact
with the contents. Wash contaminated skin with lots
of water and seek medical attention if necessary.

On the Road

■ before making or receiving calls acquaint yourself

thoroughly with the applicable local laws and
guidelines regarding the use of mobile radio
telephones and observe them at all times

■ air safety bags, anti-lock brakes, speed control and

fuel injection systems are normally immune to radio
transmissions but if you experience problems, consult
your vehicle dealer

■ switch off your mobile phone when refuelling or where

there are signs restricting the use of 2-way radio
equipment. Do not store or carry flammable or
explosive materials in the same compartment as your
mobile phone, internal sparks could cause ignition

Inside Aircraft

■ switch off your mobile phone when in an aircraft. The

use of mobile phones in an aircraft may be dangerous
to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the cellular
network and is illegal

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Getting Started

Read this section before attempting to use your
phone. It tells you how to attach, charge and care for
the phone’s battery. We have also included general
information about the digital GSM network and given
instructions of how to insert and unlock the SIM. Your
phone has an indicator to visually show its status
when you cannot see the display. Details about the
indicator are also shown in this section.

The Battery 1.1

Attaching and Removing
the Battery 1.1

Charging the Battery 1.1
Battery Performance 1.3
Battery Power Level 1.3

Network Connection 1.4

The SIM 1.4
Inserting the SIM 1.4
Unlocking the SIM 1.5
Connecting to the Network 1.6

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The Indicator 1.7

Indicator Colours 1.7
Indicator Flash Speed 1.7
Indicator Operation 1.7

The Battery

Your phone is supplied with a rechargeable battery
and quick charger. Before you use the phone for the
first time, it is important that you F U L L Y C H A R G E

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THE BATTERY. Failure to do this will affect the life of

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the battery and reduce operating times between
recharges.

Full battery capacity will only be achieved after fully
charging and discharging the battery two or three times.

Removing and Attaching the Battery

■ to remove, press the release catch then slide the

battery off the phone

■ to attach, place the battery on the phone then slide

in the direction of the arrow to lock in position

Charging the Battery

■ insert the charger connecter into the base of the

p h o n e

■ plug the charger into the power supply. A filling

battery symbol and ‘CHARGING’ in the display
indicates charging

■ the battery is recharged when the symbol remains all

black and ‘CHARGING COMPLETED’ appears. This
takes approximately 1 hour dependent on the size of
the battery. It is normal for the battery, phone and
charger to become warm during charging

■ after charging, switch OFF the power supply then

disconnect the charger from the phone and the power
s u p p l y

WARNING: Charge the battery in a well ventilated
area between +5°C and +40°C using the supplied
charger. The use of non approved chargers could
result in a fire or injury through an electrical shock
and will invalidate all warranties given on this
product.

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1.2

Battery Performance

To maintain battery performance you should operate
the phone until you see the low power warning
message or preferably, the phone switches itself OFF,
then FULLY RECHARGE. If the battery is only partly
used before recharging it can self adjust to holding a

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reduced charge with the resultant progressive
reduction in operating times.

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Because it is not always convenient to wait for the
phone to switch off, there is a self discharge feature
which will safely discharge the battery in the minimum
time. This feature won’t work when the phone is
connected to the charger. Please refer to section 3 for
activate instructions.

The standby and talk times quoted are estimates
based on ideal operating conditions. Battery life
achieved in use will vary between networks and
with different conditions and applications.

Battery Power Level

The battery power level is shown in the top right corner
of the display when you switch the phone ON. Five
levels are displayed from full (all black) to empty.

■ fully charged

Network Connection

The SIM

Your network provider will supply you with a plug-in
SIM for use with your phone. The SIM (Subscriber
Identity Module) is your personal key to the digital
GSM network.

All the information needed to connect you to the
network and to initiate billing for your calls is stored in
the gold plated area along with names, numbers and
messages which you have entered into the phone
book or received. The SIM can be removed and
inserted into any GSM phone using the same size
reader (the new phone automatically takes the identity
of the SIM).

To prevent losing or corrupting information, avoid
touching the gold area and do not place the SIM near
electrical or magnetic fields. A damaged SIM will not
allow you to access the GSM network.

W A R N I N G : Always switch the phone OFF before
removing the battery or SIM. Never insert or remove
the SIM when an external power supply (e.g. the
quick charger) is connected, otherwise the SIM may
be damaged .

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■ d i s c h a r g e d

■ near auto power off

The phone will automatically switch OFF shortly after
the empty battery symbol starts flashing and ‘LOW
BATTERY’ appears on display. You can clear the
message temporarily by pressing any key.

The indicator also flashes red to warn of low battery
power provided that the feature is activated (refer to
page 1.7 for details).

Inserting the SIM

The SIM will probably be supplied in a card holder and
you’ll need to carefully press it free before fitting.

■ switch OFF the phone, remove the battery (if attached)

and any external power supply

■ insert the SIM under the two lugs so that the gold

area is facing down and the angled corner is
positioned as shown in the diagram

■ engage the lock and attach the battery

■ if you need to remove the SIM, remove the battery,

disengage the lock then carefully lift and slide the SIM
from the phone

Unlocking the SIM

To prevent unauthorised use, the SIM is protected by a
PIN1 (Personal Identity Number) code. When enabled,
you must enter the PIN1 each time you switch your
phone ON. This will unlock the SIM and allow you to
make and receive calls. You can choose to disable the

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PIN1 (refer to section 3) in which case your SIM will

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not be protected against unauthorised use.

■ press and hold

■ enter the PIN1 then

(use the
an error). For example if
the PIN is set to 1234

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to switch the phone ON

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key to clear

1234■;

If you enter the wrong PIN1 three times in succession,
your SIM will be barred from the network and the
phone will ask for the PUK 1. Refer to section 6 for
help.

IMPORTANT: The supplied PIN1 (4 to 8 digits) may
be a standard number used for all SIM’s issued by
your network operator, you should therefore change
it to any personal number of your choice as soon as
possible. Please refer to section 3 for instructions.

Connecting to the Network

After unlocking the SIM, the phone will make an
automatic search for your home network or another
suitable operator in your location (‘SEARCHING’
displayed). When connected, the name of the operator
appears in the top left of the display.

Your mobile phone is now in standby mode, ready to
make and receive calls.

‘EMERGENCY CALLS ONLY’ means that you are
outside co-operating network coverage but you can
still make emergency calls subject to signal strength.

The indicator also flashes green when your phone is
ready to make and receive calls provided that the
indicator feature is activated (refer to page 1.7 for
details).

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The Indicator

Calls

The phone has a built-in indicator which can show
Red, Green or Yellow and flashes at different speeds
according to the status of the phone and battery. You

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can switch the indicator OFF and ON again at any time

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to suit your operating needs.

■ to switch the indicator ON and OFF

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Indicator Colours

RED: Not connected to the network or low battery
GREEN: Connected to network
YELLOW: Battery discharging

Indicator Flash Speed

The indicator has the following flash speeds:

Normal

Information

Alert

Indicator Operation

Normal: In service

(select)

After setting up the phone, you’ll want to make and
receive calls. This section gives you all the basic
information you’ll need.

Making Calls 2.1

National Calls 2.1
Calls to a Fixed Phone

Extension 2.2
International Calls 2.2

Call List 2.2

Emergency Calls 2.3

Answering Calls 2.3

Missed Calls 2.3

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Information: Missed calls, low battery,

SMS messages etc.
Alert: Incoming call
The indicator will show solid RED if charging the

battery when the phone is switched OFF. It will turn to
solid GREEN when the battery is fully charged.