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Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Follow these safety precautions when using your cordless phone to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and injury to persons or property:
Reduce risk of fire and shock by:
1. Keep all slits and openings of the phone unblocked. Do not set the phone on a
heating register or over a radiator. Ensure that proper ventilation is provided at the
installation site.
2. Do not use while wet or while standing in water.
3. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or
swimming pool).
4. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Place the power cord so that it will
not be walked on.
5. Never insert objects of any kind into the product slits as that may result in fire or
shock.
6. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7. Do not disassemble this product. If service or repair work is required, contact the
Warranty Service phone number found in the back of this user’s guide.
8. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
9. Avoid using during an electrical storm. Use a surge protector to protect the
equipment.
10. Do not use this cordless phone to report a gas leak, especially if you are in the
vicinity of the gas line.
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Important Safety Instructions
Unplug this cordless phone immediately from an outlet if:
•The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
•Liquid has been spilled into the product.
•The product has been exposed to rain or water. Do not retrieve the handset or base
until after you have unplugged the power and phone from the wall. Then retrieve
the unit by unplugged cords.
•The product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
•The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Installation Guidelines
1. Read and understand all instructions and save them for future reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Do not install this product near a bath tub, sink or shower.
4. Operate this phone using only the power source that is indicated on the marking
label. If you are unsure of the power supply to your home, consult with your dealer
or local power company.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. This product may fall,
causing serious damage to the product.
6. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work to restore the product to normal operation.
7. Clean this product with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use chemicals or cleaning agents
to clean this phone.
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Important Safety Instructions
8. Use only the power supply that came with this unit. Using other power supplied
may damage the unit.
9. Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone
in your home that isn't cordless, in case the power in your home goes out.
10.To avoid interference to nearby appliances, do not place the base of the cordless
phone on or near a TV, microwave oven, or VCR.
Tec hnical Amendments
These Operating Instructions are issued for information purposes.
Their content is not subject of a contract.
All indicated data are merely nominal values. The described equipment and options
may differ depending on requirements which are specific to each country.
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Installation
Package Contents
Base station
111
Handset
123
Mains Adaptor123
Telephone Line Cord
111
Rechargeable Batteries
246
(type AAA rechargeable)
Charger Unit (Handset)
012
User's Guide
ME4851- 2ME4851-3ME4851- 4
Single PackTwin PackTriple Pack
Please check the contents of the package carefully. If something is missing
or has become damaged in transit, you should NOT use the telephone.
In such a case you should return to the dealer with your sales receipt or contact the
Motorola's distributor directly. (For details, please refer to the Warranty section.)
Note: Retain the packaging of your appliance to prevent it from being damaged should
you ever need to return it.
(type Li-Poly)
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111
111
111
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Setting up the Base Station and Charger Unit
Place the base station and charger unit in an easily accessible location near to a mains
power socket. Make sure that the location is stable and flat and that the surface is
non-slip. Make sure that all cables can be routed so as to prevent people tripping over
them. Furthermore, avoid placing the base station and charger unit too close to other
electronic appliances such as microwaves, PCs or HiFis, for example.
Connecting the Base Station and Mains Adaptor
1. Feed the mains power adaptor cord and the
telephone line cord through the small hole in
the base stand as shown.
2. Insert the telephone line cord into the
corresponding socket on the base station.
3. Connect the mains power adaptor plug in the
corresponding socket on the underneath of
the base station.
4. Attach the base stand to the main part of
the base:
Insert the 2 small plastic tabs on the stand
into the 2 upper slotson the base (as shown).
Holding the stand with one hand on each of
the 2 clips, gently squeeze the clips inwards and down into the lower slots on the
base (as shown). The stand will click into place. Check the stand is secure before
placing on your chosen surface.
5. Connect the mains power adaptor to the mains wall socket and switch the
power on.
6. Connect the telephone line cord to the telephone socket.
The base station is now ready for use.
Note: The base station does not have a power switch.
Only use the mains adaptor supplied with your phone.
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Connecting the Charger Unit
Plug the mains adaptor into the wall socket .
The charger unit is now ready to use.
Preparing the Handset(s)
Inserting and Charging the Batteries
Open the battery compartment, by pushing downwards on the cover.
Insert the 2 x AAA (600mAh/1.2V) Ni-MH re-chargeable batteries supplied,
observing the correct polarity.
CAUTION : PLEASE DO NOT USE ALKALINE OR NON- RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES. IT MAY CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO
THE UNIT AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
Push the battery cover back on until you hear it click into place.
Place the handset in the base station/charger unit to charge the batteries.
A confirmation beep and the charging indicator confirm that the handset is charging.
Note: Before first use, the batteries should be allowed to charge for at least 16 hours,
without interruption. If possible, only take the handset out of the base station when
charging is complete. This will help to guarantee optimum operation.
Note: To ensure no interruptions during the initial charging period, you may prefer to
connect the telephone line cord after charging so as not to be disturbed by any
incoming calls.
Note: To ensure the battery charging properly, clean the charging contacts on the
handset and charger with a soft, dry cloth once a month. Clean more often if the unit is
subject to grease, dust or high humidity.
If the batteries are inserted incorrectly
the handset will not operate and there is
also a possibility that the handset
may become damaged.
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LOW BATTERY WARNING
If the handset batteries are low and need charging you will hear a beep every 30
seconds and the icon will be displayed.
Attaching a Headset
Note: A headset is not included as standard.
You can connect a headset to your handset.
Lift the small rubber flap on the right side of the handset to reveal the
headset socket. Connect the jack plug into the jack socket.
With a headset connected the handset microphone and receiver
loudspeaker are switched off and all communication is via the headset
earpiece and mouthpiece.
Technical data
Receiver impedance :32 ohm
Microphone impedance :2.2K ohm
Receiver output power :20mW
Plug :2.5mm headset jack plug
Microphone sensitivity :-42dBV/pa
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Features
Telephone Features
Congratulations on your purchase of this high quality, cordless telephone set.
The set offers the following features:
Digital sound quality (DECT)
4K Colour alphanumeric display with icons
16 Polyphonic ringtones
Phone book for 80 names, each with 3
contact numbers
4 Wallpapers (exclusive to Motorola)
Handsfree/Headset operation
Caller ID* function with 40 name/number
call log
Caller ID on Call Waiting
(dependent on network)
11 Display languages
Walkie Talkie Function between Handsets
Backlit LCD with power save mode
20 Last number redial
Alarm
2 Games - Snake and Guess Number
Microphone mute
Low battery warning tone
Keypad lock
GAP compatible - Operation of up to 6
handsets with ME4851 base Use ME4851
handset on up to 4 bases
Teleconference
Internal, free communication
between handsets
Priority call alert
Message waiting alert
Emergency call number
9 Speed dial numbers
Separate ringtones for internal/
external/group and page calls
5 Earpiece volume levels
5 Ringer volume levels and ringer mute
5 Base ringtones
Pre-fix dialling
Display clock
Handset name
Call duration on display
Automatic call answering on/off
Key input tone on/off
Paging function from base station
to handset
Programmable number barring
Up to 100 hours standby
Up to 10 hours continuous talk time
Recall/Pause/Hold
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Tone and pulse dialling modes
More than one handset required.
* User must subscribe to service via network provider
DECT : Digitally Enhanced Cordless Telephone Ð Standard for cordless telephones.
GAP : Generic Access Profile Ð Standard for the Interoperation of handsets and base
stations from other manufacturers.
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Control Buttons
1. Display
2. Left Soft Key (SKL)
Press from standby to view the menu
Press to select and confirm display items.
Use to mute/unmute the microphone.
In games mode, press to pause/play.
3. Right Soft Key (SKR)
Press from standby to access the Phone Book.
Press to go back to the previous menu.
Press to delete an incorrect character/digit.
4. Up Key
Use to scroll up through the menu/display options.
Shortcut key to access Missed Calls Log.
5. Down Key
Use to scroll down through the menu/display items.
Shortcut key to access Received Calls Log.
6. External Call Key
Use to make an external call.
7. Handsfree/Speaker Key
Use to activate/de-activate handsfree.
8. OFF Key
Use to end a call.
Press to return to standby mode.
Press and hold to switch the power on/off.
9. Pause/Voice Message Key
When storing a number, press and hold to
enter a pause.
Shortcut key to activate voice mail in
standby mode.
10.
11. INT Key
Press to make an intercom call.
Use to put an external call on hold.
12. * Key
Press to enter an asterisk.
Shortcut key to switch from Pulse to DTMF
dialing mode.
13. #/Keypad Lock Key
Press to enter a hash.
Shortcut key to lock/unlockthe keypad
14. Page (Find Handset) Key
Press to locate a missing handset/page all
handsets registered to the base.
15. Charging Indicator
Illuminates when handset is charging in the
base station.
16. Message Waiting/Incoming call indicator
Illuminates when handset is connected to a
call in the base station.
17. Charge contacts
Control Buttons
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Redial/Flash Key
Access a Call Waiting Line / Hold and transfer
calls when connected to PABX
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Display Icons
Display Icons
Menu Icons
Phonebook iconPhonebook in use.
Call log iconCall log in use.
Timer iconTime being set.
Handset settings icon Used to access handset settings.
Base settings iconUsed to access base settings.
Function iconUsed to indicate other available functions.
Display Backlight
The backlight on your handset display comes on when any key is pressed. The light
remains on for 15 seconds after the last button press if you selected ‘power save
mode’ or for 30 seconds if you selected ‘extended mode’. The backlight also comes
on when you receive an incoming call (and goes out 3 seconds after the call ends)
and when the alarm time is up (the light comes on for 5 seconds).
Signal icon Disappear if the handset moves out of
communication range with the base.
Key lock iconKeypad lock is active.
Line in use iconIndicates that the line is in use.
Alarm iconAlarm is set.
Ring iconExternal ring volume is set to on.
Battery iconShows the battery charge level.
No ring iconExternal ring volume is set to off.
No Line iconBase not connected with PSTN.
Mic mute iconMicrophone is muted.
Message waiting icon Indicates that there is message waiting.
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Menu Structure
Menu Structure
Navigating the menu
In standby mode:
Press the SKL key to open the main menu and display the first menu option.
When you access a sub-menu the relevant menu icon will be displayed.
Press the or key to scroll through and display all the available sub-menus.
Press the SKL key to select the currently displayed option. Or
Press the SKR
Phone book
1. Search
2. Add
3. Group
4. Speed Dial
5. Check
6. Emergency Call
7. Area Code
Call log
1. Missed Call
2. Received Call
3. Dialled Call
4. Delete
1. Games
Timer
2. Walkie Talkie
1. Clock
2. Alarm
Handset settings
1. Ring Type
2. Ring Volume
3. Ring On/Off
4. Pre Fix
5. Outgoing Call Bar
6. Message Waiting
7. Wallpaper
8. Language
9. Contrast
10. Key Tone
11. Auto Answer
12. Handset Name
13. LCD Mode
14. Default
key to go back to the previous display.
Base settings
1. Base Ring Tone
2. Base Ring On/Off
3. Priority Call Alert
4. Dial Mode
5. Register
6. De-register
7. Select Base
8. System PIN
9. Flash Time
10. Default
Function
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Using the Telephone
Using the Telephone
Note: If the handset is in the base station or charger unit, only the key and
key will function.
Lift the handset out of the base station/charger unit for use.
Switching the handset On/Off
When the handset is put in the base station/charger unit it switches on automatically
and charges up.
Allow the batteries to charge for 16 hours without interruption before first use.
To switch the handset off:
1. In ON mode, press and hold the
key for 2 seconds.
To switch the handset on:
1. In OFF mode, press and hold the
key for 2 seconds.
Making External Calls
There are two ways to dial a number: direct dialling or on-hook dialling.
Whenever the line is in use the icon is displayed.
If another internal handset is already engaged on an external call, the icon will be
displayed. No further calls can be made until this call is ended.
Handset range
If the handset moves out of communication range with the base station,
the display will show Out Of Range and theicon will disappear.
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Using theTelephone
Direct dialling
1. Press the key and wait for the dialling tone.
2. Dial the telephone number and complete the call.
When the call is connected, the call duration will be displayed and will remain in the
display until 3 seconds after the call is ended.
The call timer format is HH:MM:SS.
3. Press the key to end the call.
On-hook dialling (pre-dialling)
1. Dial the telephone number.
2. Delete any incorrect digits by pressing the SKR key.
3. Press the key. The displayed number is dialled.
4. To end the call, press the key.
Hands-free Mode
There are two methods with which to have telephone conversations in hands-free mode ,namely
using direct dialing or by switching over during the call.
Direct dialing
1. Dial the call number and press the key to start dialing.
2. Carry out the conversation.
3. Press the key to end the call.
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Switching During a Call
1. Dial the call number and press the key to start dialing.
2. Carry out the conversation.
3. Press the key to switch hand-free mode on or off.
4. Press or key to adjust the handset volume.
5. Press the key to end the call.
Taking calls
When an external call is received, all registered handsets ring and the LCD backlight
will be on during ringing. The display shows Incoming call.
The green incoming call light on the base flashes.
Note: If you have subscribed to caller ID, the caller's name or number will be shown
(if available from the network).
Handset is in the base station/charger (auto-answer):
If auto-answer is set to on, the line will be automatically connected when you lift the
handset from the base/charger.
1. Lift the handset to answer the call.
Note: If auto-answer is set to off, lift the handset and press the key or thekey
to answer the call.
Handset is not in the base station/charger:
1. Press the key or the key to answer the call.
Prefix Dialling
When prefix dialling is set to ON, the prefix number that you set will be dialled out
first whenever you make an external call. The prefix can be a number up to 5 digits.
You can use the prefix memory to store an area code that you frequently use, for
example 0207 or 08457, to save you dialling it each time you make a call.
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Using theTelephone
See page 37 for details on how to store a prefix number.
Dialling from the Phone Book
Note: To store a number in the Phone Book, see "Storing entries" on page 23.
In standby mode:
1. Press the SKR key to enter the phone book.
Note: If the phonebook is empty, No Records will be displayed for 2 seconds.
2. The first entry in the phone book is displayed. Press the or key to display the
entry you want.
3. Press the key to dial the number.
4. Press the key to end the call.
Calling with MoreThan One Handset
Access a Call Waiting Line/Holding and transferring calls (PABX)
When on an external call, press key to access a Call Waiting Line when you hear the
call waiting prompt signal. Press key again to toggle between the two calls.
When on an external call (PABX line)
1. Press key to put the call on hold.
2. Dial the number of the extension.
3. Press key again if you would like to take back the call, or to transfer the call.
Note: If several handsets are registered on the base station and a call should be put on hold or
transferred, press the key instead of .
Note: To make/receive internal calls, transfer calls or hold a teleconference you need to
have more than one handset registered to your base station.
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Making Internal Calls
With more than one handset registered to the same base as you, you can make
internal calls between handsets.
To call another internal handset:
1. Press the key.
2. Press the or key to display the handset you want to call and press the
key or key.
The called handset will ring and show the caller's handset number.
When the other handset answers hold your conversation.
3. Press the key to end the call.
Receiving Internal Calls
When you receive an internal call, the handset will ring and show the calling handsets
number, and the backlight will come on for 15 seconds after call is picked up by thehandset.
1. Press the key or the key to answer the call.
2. Press the key to end the call.
Transferring/Forwarding a Call to Another Handset
To transfer/forward an external call to another internal handset.
1. Press the key to put the external call on hold.
2. Enter the internal handset number you want. The called handset will ring.
3. When the handset answers, press the key to transfer the call. Or
If the called handset does not answer, press the key to forward the call.
After 30 seconds the call will ring back at your handset if the call is still not
answered. Press thekey to speak to the caller.
Using the Telephone
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Using the Telephone
Teleconference
If you are already on an external call, it is possible to include another internal handset
in the conversation and hold a three-way conference call.
1. Press the key to put the external call on hold.
2. Enter the internal handset number you want to include in the call.
The called handset will ring.
3. When the handset answers, press the 3 key to begin the teleconference.
4. Either internal handset can press the key at any time to leave the teleconference.
The other internal handset will remain connected to the external call.
Paging Handsets
If you cannot locate a handset you can use the page key on the base to help find it.
1. Press the Page key on the base.
All handsets registered to the base will ring and the display on each handset will
show Paging.
2. To stop the paging ring, press the Page key on the base again, or press any key on the handset.
Note: All paged handsets will stop ringing if any key on the handset or page key on
the base is pressed.
Muting the Microphone
During a call (internal or external), you can mute the microphone so your caller cannot
hear you while you speak privately to someone else in the room. The icon is
displayed when the microphone is muted.
During a call:
1. Press the SKL
key to mute/unmute the microphone.
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Changing the Handset Volume
You can adjust the handset volume during a call (external or internal), the volume level is
displayed. There are 5 different volume levels.
During a call:
1. Press the or key to adjust the handset volume.
Key Lock
You can use the key lock to prevent accidental button presses activating the
handset. When the key lock is on, the icon is displayed.
You will still be able to make calls to the emergency
numbers when the key lock is on.
In standby mode:
1. Press and hold the #key to lock/unlock the keypad.
Note: When the key lock is on, the # and keys will still function and you will be able
to accept an incoming call and turn off the alarm.
Shortcut Keys
The ME4251 telephone has three shortcut keys: , , and .
When pressed in standby mode, each key will give you automatic access to a different
telephone function.
In standby mode:
Press the key to view the missed call log.
(See page 30-32 for more information on the missed call log.)
Press the key to view the received call log.
(See page 30 for more information on the received call log.)
press key to access message waiting server.
(See page 39 for more information on the message waiting server.)
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