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E550 H

www.gigaset.com

You can find the most up-to-date

user guide at

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Gigaset E550H – Your reliable companion

This phone has the benefits of an ergonomic design, easy-to-use keys and a clear dis-

play with large font.

It is also impressively robust and has first-class sound quality in handsfree mode as

well as a long operating time.

In Eco Mode your Gigaset is radiation-free while in idle status .

If you use your Gigaset E550H in conjunction with an E550A base, you can use the

emergency function. See the user guide for your E550A base for further information.

Further information on your phone can be found at www.gigaset.com/e550h

Have fun using your new telephone!

Direct dialling keys

Dial frequently used numbers quickly and easily using special keys (¢ page 27).

Jumbo font and lighting

Improve the legibility of dialling digits by using a larger font and set the lighting of the

display to your preference (

¢ page 36).

Volume

Turn up the earpiece and handsfree volume quickly and easily using the boost key on

the right-hand side of the telephone ( page 37).

Directory for 150 entries

Save phone numbers and names to the directory (

¢ page 25).

Call list

Check who has called while you were out (

¢ page 30).

Redial

Use the last dialled numbers (

¢ page 29).

Environmentally friendly

Make low-radiation calls in Eco Mode (

¢ page 33).

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Overview

To change the display language, proceed as described on page 36.

1 Direct dialling key A (¢ page 27)

2 Direct dialling keys B to D

(¢ page 27)

3 Display (page4)

4 Display keys (page4)

5 Talk key

Flashes: Accepting a call

6 Control key (page21)

7 Key 1

Call the network mailbox ( page 32)

8 Star key

Ringers on/off (press and hold)

9 Torch and signal light (LED)

10 Side key for torch

11 Side key for boost function

Extra volume key, setting the volume

( page 25)

12 Handsfree key (page24)

Switch between earpiece and hands-

free mode;

Lights up: handsfree activated

13 End call key, On/Off key

End call; cancel function; go back one

menu level (press briefly); back to idle

status (press and hold); activate/deac-

tivate handset (press and hold in idle

status)

14 Hash key

Keypad lock on/off (press and hold,

( page 20)); upper/lower case and

digits ( page 22)

15 0 key/recall key

Consultation call (flash): press and hold

16 Microphone

Gigaset service contact numbers:

For personal advice on our range of products and for repairs or guarantee/warranty claims

call:

Service Centre UK: 020 369 53111 (local call cost charge)

Please have your proof of purchase ready when calling.

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Using the user guide effectively

Icons

Keys

Display icons

Warnings, the non-adherence to which can lead to injury to persons or damage to devices

or generate costs.

Prerequisite for carrying out the following action.

Important information regarding function and appropriate handling.

Talk key c/ End call key a Number/letter keys Q to O

Star key P/ Hash key # Message key f/ Recall key S

Control key

Centre of the control key

Display keys n o

Handsfree key î Direct dialling keys é to ì

Information

Please wait...

Action failed

Action complete

‰

Alarm call ( page 33)

ØgÚ

Display up/Down

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Using the user guide effectively

Understanding the operating steps

An example of a procedure is as follows:

¤¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q System ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Eco Mode+ ¤ §OK§

(³ =on)

This means you should proceed as follows:

Scroll upwards if you wish to select one of the last entries in a menu level with

numerous entries.

Press the control-key when you are in idle

mode. The main-menu will be opened.

¤ q:

Press up or down on the control key until ...

Settings

Back OK

¤ §OK§:

Press the key below §OK§ on the display screen

to open the submenu.

¤ q:

Press up or down on the control key until ...

Settings:

... the menu entry Settings appears on the screen.

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Eco

Mode+

Back OK

System

Back OK

Eco

Mode+

Back OK

Eco Mode+:

... the menu entry Eco Mode+ appears on the

screen.

System:

... the menu entry System appears on the screen.

¤ q:

Press up or down on the control key until ...

¤ §OK§:

Press the key below §OK§ on the display screen

to open the submenu.

¤ §OK :

Press the key below §OK§ on the display

screen to switch the function on or off

(³ =on).

The change is effective immediately and

does not need to be confirmed.

Press the key below §Back§ on the display

screen to jump back to the previous

menu level

Press and hold the end call key a to

return to idle status.

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Contents

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Using the user guide effectively . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

First steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Using the phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Using the network mailbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Further Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

ECO DECT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Using the handset as an alarm clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Baby monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

One touch call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Torch (Spot-LED) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Adjusting the telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Service (Customer Care) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Manufacturer's advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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Safety precautions

• Read the safety precautions and the user guide before use.

• Explain their content and the potential hazards associated with using the device to

your children.

• The device cannot be used in the event of a power failure. In case of a power failure

it is also not possible to make emergency calls.

• Emergency numbers cannot be dialled if the keypad/display lock is activated!

Do not use the devices in environments with a potential explosion hazard

(e.g. paint shops).

The devices are not splashproof. For this reason do not install them in a damp environ-

ment such as bathrooms or shower rooms.

Use only the power adapter indicated on the device.

Use only rechargeable batteries that correspond to the specification (see "Specifica-

tions"). Never use a conventional (non-rechargeable) battery or other battery types as

this could result in significant health risks and personal injury. Rechargeable batteries,

which are noticeably damaged, must be replaced.

If you give your Gigaset to a third party, make sure you also give them the user guide.

Remove faulty devices from use or have them repaired by our Service team, as these

could interfere with other wireless services.

Do not use the device if the display is cracked or broken. Broken glass or plastic can cause

injury to hands and face. Send the device to our Service department to be repaired.

Do not hold the rear of the handset to your ear when it is ringing or when speaker mode

is activated. Otherwise you risk serious and permanent damage to your hearing.

During a call, a very high call volume can be set on your handset. This setting can cause

damage to the hearing of people with good hearing and is only intended for people with

a hearing impairment .

Your Gigaset is compatible with the majority of digital hearing aids on the market. How-

ever, perfect function with all hearing aids cannot be guaranteed.

The phone may cause interference in analogue hearing aids (humming or whistling) or

cause them to overload. If you require assistance, please contact the hearing aid supplier.

Using your telephone may affect nearby medical equipment. Be aware of the technical

conditions in your particular environment, e.g. doctor's surgery. If you use a medical

device (e.g. a pacemaker), please contact the device manufacturer. They will be able to

advise you regarding the susceptibility of the device to external sources of high fre-

quency energy (for the specifications of your Gigaset product see "Specifications").

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First steps

Checking package contents

1. One Gigaset E550H handset

2. Two batteries

3. One battery cover

4. One charger

5. One power adapter

6. One user guide

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First steps

Setting up the charger

The charger is designed for use in dry rooms in a temperature range of +5°C to +45°C.

¤ Set up the charger on a level, non-slip surface or mount the charger on the wall

¢ page 49.

The phone's feet do not usually leave any marks on surfaces. However, due to the mul-

titude of different varnishes and polishes used on today's furnishings, the occurrence

of marks on the surfaces cannot be completely ruled out.

Connecting the charger

Pay attention to the range of the base. This is up to 300 m in unobstructed out-

door areas and up to 50 m inside buildings. The range is reduced when Eco

Mode is activated ( page 33).

• Never expose the telephone to the influence of heat sources, direct sunlight

or other electrical devices.

• Protect your Gigaset from moisture, dust, corrosive liquids and fumes.

¤ Plug the power adapter into the plug

socket 2.

¤ Connect the flat plug on the power

adapter 1.

Remove the plug from the charging cradle

To disconnect the plug from the charger, press the

release button 3 and disconnect the plug 4.

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Setting up the handset for use

The display is protected by a plastic film. Please remove the protective film!

Inserting the battery and closing the battery cover

Use only rechargeable batteries (¢ page 46) recommended by Gigaset Com-

munications GmbH, as this could otherwise result in significant health risks and

personal injury. For example, the outer casing of the batteries could be

destroyed or the batteries could explode. The phone could also malfunction or

be damaged as a result of using batteries that are not of the recommended

type.

¥ Insert the batteries

(for correct +/-

direction,

see diagram).

¥ Fit the cover from the

top .

¥ Then press the cover

until it clicks into place

To open the battery cover:

¥ Grip the notch on the

cover and slide it

downwards .

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Changing the display language

Change the display language if you do not understand the language currently set.

¤ Press the control key in the middle

¤ Press keys 5 and 4 slowly one after the

other.

The display for setting languages appears. The

current language (e.g., English) is selected.

¤ Press down on the control key

...

... until the language you wish to use is dis-

played e.g., French.

¤ Press the key below §OK§ to select this lan-

guage.

The selection is marked with ³.

¤ Press and hold the end call key a to

return to idle status.

English

Francais

Back

Francais

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First steps

Registering the handset

Before you can use the phone, you must first register the handset to the base. The reg-

istration procedure will depend on the type of base.

Automatically registering the E550H handset to the Gigaset E550/E550A

base

Prerequisite: The handset must not already be registered to a base.

• Each key press interrupts automatic registration.

• If the handset is already registered to at least one base or if automatic regis-

tration does not work, the handset will have to be registered manually.

¤ Place the handset in the base with its

display facing forward.

The handset registers automatically. Regis-

tration can take up to 5 minutes.

Do not remove the handset from the base

during this time.

After it has registered, the handset display

shows Handset registered briefly and then

returns to idle status.

Place handset

in base

Handset is

registering

‰

Handset

registered

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Manually registering the E550H handset

You must manually register the handset on both the handset (1) and the base (2).

A Gigaset E550H handset can be registered on up to four bases.

After it has registered, the handset returns to idle status. If it does not appear, repeat

the procedure.

1) On the handset

¤ §Menu§ ¤ Settings ¤ Registration ¤ Register Handset

If the handset is already registered to four bases:

s Select base, e.g., 3 and press §OK§.

~ If required, enter the system PIN for the base and press §OK§.

The display shows Handset is registering.

2) On the base

¤ Within 60 seconds, press and hold the registration/paging key on the base

(approx. 3 seconds).

For instructions on deregistering the handsets, please consult the base user

guide.

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First steps

Charging batteries

The correct charge status can only be displayed if the battery is first fully charged and

discharged.

• After the first battery charge and discharge, you may place your handset in

the charger after every call.

• Always repeat the charging and discharging procedure if you remove the

batteries from the handset and reinsert them.

• The batteries may warm up as they are charging. This is not dangerous.

• After a time the charge capacity of the batteries will decrease for technical

reasons.

¤ Place the handset in the charger with its display

facing forward for 9 hours.

The handset must only be placed in the

designated E550/E550A base or the corre-

sponding charger.

9 h

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Setting the date and time

Set the date and time so that the correct date and time can be assigned to incoming

calls, and so that the alarm clock can be used.

¤ Press the display key below §Time§ on the

display.

Time

Date:

01.04.2015

Back OK

¤ The input field opens.

Enter the day, month and year as an 8-digit

number via the keypad e.g., Q1Q4

2Q15 for 1 April 2015.

To correct errors: press left or right on

the control key to swap between fields.

¤ Press the key below §OK§ on the display

screen to confirm your entry.

Back OK

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¤ Enter the hours and minutes as four-digit num-

bers via the keypad

e.g., QM15 for 7.15 a.m.

If necessary, use the control key to swap

between fields.

¤ Press and hold the end call key a to return to

idle status.

The display shows Saved. You will hear a confirma-

tion tone.

¤ Press the key below §OK§ on the display

screen to confirm your entry.

Time:

07:15

Back OK

‰

Saved

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What would you like to do next?

Now that you have successfully set up your Gigaset, you can immediately start calling

– or you can adapt it to your personal requirements. Use the following guide to

quickly locate the most important functions.

Operating the phone page 19

Transferring an old directory to a new handset page 27

Storing numbers in the directory page 25

Changing the ringers and volume on the handset page 37

Changing the call volume on the handset page 37

Switching on Eco Mode / Eco Mode+ page 33

If you have any questions about using your phone, please read the tips on trou-

bleshooting ( page 41) or contact our Service team. Our technicians will be

pleased to assist ( page 40)!

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Using the phone

Activating/deactivating the handset

a In idle status, press and hold the end call key (confirmation tone).

Menu guidance

Your telephone's functions are accessed via a menu consisting of several levels.

Main menu (first menu level)

¤ When the handset is in idle status, press the display key §Menu§ to open the main

menu.

The functions in the main menu are shown by means of

an icon and the function's name.

Selecting a function:

¤ You can scroll between functions using the control

key q. The selectable function is shown in the dis-

play.

¤ Press the display key §OK§ to select the displayed

function. This opens the corresponding submenu and the first entry is displayed.

If you press the display key §Back§ or briefly press the end call key a, the display

returns to idle status.

Sub menu

The functions in the sub menu are indicated by name.

Selecting a function:

¤ You can scroll between functions using the control

key q. The relevant function is shown in the dis-

play.

¤ Press the display key §OK§ to select the displayed

function. This opens the corresponding submenu

and the first entry is displayed.

Briefly press the display key §Back§ or the end call key a to return to the previous

menu level.

Settings

Back OK

Display

Back OK

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Using the phone

Reverting to idle status

From any point in the menu:

¤ Press and hold the end call key a or

¤ Do not press any key: after 2 minutes, the display

will automatically revert to idle status.

Activating/deactivating the keypad lock

The keypad lock prevents any inadvertent use of the phone.

# In idle status, press and hold the hash key (confirmation tone). The key-

pad lock is activated or deactivated. If it is activated, the

Ø icon

appears in the display.

If the keypad lock is activated, a corresponding message is displayed when you press

a key.

The keypad lock deactivates automatically when you receive a call. It is reactivated

when the call is finished.

Display keys

The functions of the display keys change depending on the particular operating situ-

ation.

Example:

Examples:

Open redial list.

Open main menu/menu for further functions.

Confirm selection or save entry.

Missed calls or messages on the answer machine (base dependent)/net-

work mailbox.

Delete key: delete character by character/word by word from right to left.

Go back one menu level or cancel operation.

Mute the microphone ( page 24).

Ð ± U

07:15

01.04.2015

When the keypad lock is active, you cannot call emergency numbers.

Redial Menu

Current display key function

Display keys

Redial

Delete

Back

Mute

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Using the phone

Control Key

In the description below, the side of the control key (up, down, right, left) that you

have to press in the different operating situations is marked in black, e.g.

v for "press

right on the control key" or

w for "press the centre of the control key".

Side key

ä Upper side key: ¤ activates the spot LED (¢ page 35)

å Lower side key (Boost key): ¤ turns up the volume during a call

(¢ page 25)

The control key enables you to navigate the menus and input fields,

and also to call up certain functions depending on the situation.

In idle status

Open the directory

Press s briefly

Open the main menu

w or v

Open the list of handsets u

Call up the menu for setting the handset's call volume t

In submenus, selection and entry fields

Confirm a function

During a conversation

Open the directory

Mute the microphone v

Initiate an internal consultation call

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Using the phone

Writing and editing names

The following rules apply when writing names:

• Each key between Q and O is assigned several letters and characters.

• Control the cursor with

r .

• Characters are inserted at the cursor position.

• Press the display key §Delete§ to delete the character to the left of the cursor.

• The first letter of the name is automatically capitalised and then followed by lower

case letters.

• Briefly press the key several times in succession to select the required letter/char-

acter.

Setting upper/lower case or digits

Repeatedly press the hash key # to change the text input mode.

The change of mode is displayed in the middle of the display.

Correcting incorrect entries

You can correct incorrect characters in the input fields by navigating to the incorrect

entry using the control key. You can then:

• Use the display key §Delete§ to delete the character to the left of the cursor

• Insert characters at the cursor position

• Overwrite the highlighted (flashing) character e.g., when entering time and date.

1Writing digits

AUpper case *

aLower case

* First letter in capitals, all others in lower case

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Making calls

When the display backlight is switched off, pressing any key will activate the back-

light. The relevant key function is performed.

Making external calls and ending calls

External calls are calls using the public telephone network.

~ (Enter phone number) and press

¤ the talk keyc or

¤ the handsfree keyd

The number is dialled.

You can also first press

¤ and hold the Talk key c (dial tone) and then enter the number.

Ending a call/cancelling dialling:

Press the end call key a or place the handset in the base or charger.

Accepting a call

The handset indicates an incoming call in three ways: by ringing, by a display on the

screen and by the flashing talk key c.

You can accept the call on the handset by:

¤ Pressing the talk key c.

¤ Pressing the handsfree key d.

¤ Pressing the display key §Accept§.

If the handset is in the charger and the Auto Answer function is activated ( page 36),

the handset will automatically accept a call when you lift it out of the cradle.

To deactivate the ringer, press the §Silence§ display key. You can accept the call as long

as it is displayed on the screen.

Calling Line Identification

When you receive a call, the caller's number is displayed on the screen, if the follow-

ing prerequisites are met.

• Your network provider supports CLIP, CLI.

• CLI (Calling Line Identification): The caller's number is transmitted.

• CLIP (Calling Line Identification Presentation): The caller's number is displayed.

• You have requested CLIP from your network provider.

• The caller has arranged CLI with the network provider.

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Making calls

Call display

When you receive a call, the phone number is shown in the display.

If the number of the caller is stored in your directory, the

display is replaced by the corresponding directory entry.

The following is displayed in place of the number:

• Extern. Call, if no number is transmitted.

• Withheld, if the caller has withheld Calling Line Iden-

tification.

• Withheld, if the caller has not arranged Calling Line

Identification.

Using handsfree mode

In handsfree mode, you activate the loudspeaker so that you can hear the caller with-

out having to hold the handset to your ear. You therefore have both hands free and

other people can listen in on the conversation.

Activating/deactivating handsfree mode

Activating while dialling

~d Enter the number and press the handsfree key.

Switching between earpiece and handsfree mode

d Press the handsfree key.

Activate/deactivate handsfree during a call.

If you wish to place the handset in the charger during a call:

¤ Press and hold the handsfree key d while placing the handset in the charger and

for a further 2 seconds. Otherwise, the call is cancelled.

For instructions on adjusting the handsfree volume,

¢ page 37.

Muting

You can deactivate your handset's microphone during a call.

§Mute§ Press the display key to mute the handset.

§On§ Press the display key to reactivate the microphone.

v Press the control key (right) to activate/deactivate the microphone.

The ringer can be switched off for unknown calls (calls with Calling Line Identi-

fication withheld) (

¢ page 38).

Inform your caller before you use the handsfree function so that the caller

knows a third party may be listening.

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Turning up the volume during a call (extra volume key):

You can turn up the volume for the current mode by pressing the lower side key

(handsfree mode, earpiece).

å Press the side key (

¢ page 3).

The setting only applies for the duration of the call.

Pressing the key again lowers the volume to the original volume.

Using the directory, direct dialling keys and lists

The telephone offers a directory, direct dialling keys, redial list, answer machine list

(dependent on base), network mailbox list and missed calls list.

You can save up to 150 entries in the directory.

You can create a personalised directory for your own individual handset. You can copy

all of the entries or individual entries to other handsets ( page 27). It is also possible to

copy entries from old handsets providing they are registered to your (new) base.

Directory

You can store numbers and the associated names in the directory. In idle status, open

the directory with the s.

Length of an entry

Number: max. 30digits

Name: max. 16 characters

Storing the first number in the directory

¤ s ¤ Dir. empty - New entry? ¤ §OK§ ¤ ~ (Enter number) ¤ §OK§

¤ ~ (Enter name) ¤ §OK§

Storing further numbers in the directory

¤ s ¤ §Menu§ ¤ q New Entry ¤ §OK§ ¤ ~ (Enter number) ¤ §OK§

¤ ~ (Enter name) ¤ §OK§

• This setting can cause damage to the hearing of people with good hearing

and is only intended for people with a hearing impairment.

• It may amplify interference noise in the phone line.

Refer to the character set chart to see how to enter names ( page 22).

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Order of directory entries

The directory entries are sorted in alphabetical order. Spaces and digits take first pri-

ority. The sort order is as follows:

1. Space

2. Digits (0–9)

3. Letters (alphabetical)

4. Other characters

To get round the alphabetical order of the entries, insert a space or a digit in front of

the name. These entries will then move to the beginning of the directory.

Selecting a directory entry

s Open the directory.

You have the following options:

•Use q to scroll through the entries until the required name is selected.

• Enter the first character of the name, if necessary scroll to the entry with the q

key.

Dialling with the directory

¤ s ¤ q (Select entry) ¤ c

Managing directory entries

Select an entry.

Editing entries §Menu§

¤ q Edit Entry ¤ §OK§

¤ ~ (Change number if required) ¤ §OK§ ¤ ~ (Change name if required) ¤ §OK§

Using other functions

The following functions can be selected with §Menu§

¤ q:

¤ Show Number

Show number.

¤ Delete Entry

Delete selected entry.

¤ Send Entry

Send a single entry to another handset ( page 27).

¤ Delete List

Delete all directory entries.

¤ Send List

Send the complete list to another handset ( page 27).

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Sending the directory to another handset

You can transfer directory entries from other handsets to your new handset – even

entries from old handsets.

Prerequisites:

• The sending and receiving handsets must both be registered to the same base.

• The other handset and the base can send and receive directory entries.

¤ s ¤ q (Select entry) ¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Send Entry / Send List ¤ §OK§ ¤ q

(select the internal number of the receiving handset)

¤ §OK§

A successful transfer is confirmed by a message and confirmation tone on the receiv-

ing handset.

Adding a displayed number to the directory

You can copy numbers displayed in a list, e.g., the call list or redial list, to the directory.

A number is displayed.

¤ §Menu§ ¤ Copy to Directory ¤ §OK§

¤ Complete the entry ( page 25).

Direct dialling keys ; to >

You can save important phone numbers that you call often to the four direct dialling

keys. You can assign an external phone number to each direct dialling key.

To dial these saved numbers, press the corresponding direct dialling key ; to >.

Assigning a function to direct dialling keys

Prerequisite: The direct dialling key in question has not already been assigned a func-

tion.

¤ In idle status, press the direct dialling key (; to >) on the handset to which you

wish to assign a function.

Select the relevant function using q:

¤ Label with Ext. No.

Enter an external phone number directly.

~ Enter the number and press §OK§.

~ Enter the name and press §OK§.

When your handset is registered to a Gigaset E550A base, you can also assign

the emergency function to direct dialling key ; (refer to E550A base user

guide).

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¤ Label with Dir. Number

Label the key with a number from the directory.

The directory is opened. Select a number and press §OK§.

Changing the function of the direct dialling keys

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Direct Dial Keys ¤ §OK§

¤ q Select direct dialling key (A to D)

The current labelling is displayed after the key number, e.g.,

¤ A: <no entry>

i.e., the ; key is not currently labelled or

You can now change the labelling.

Select a function with §Menu§

¤ q. Not all functions may be available, depending on

the current labelling.

¤ Delete Entry

Delete current key labelling.

¤ Edit Entry

Change phone number and/or name.

Making internal calls

Internal calls are free calls between handsets that are registered with the same base.

u (press briefly) ¤ The list of handsets is opened. Your own handset is indicated by

<. ¤ q Select the handset or Call All (group call) from the list if required. ¤ c

Holding down u immediately starts a call on all registered handsets.

Accepting an internal call

Your telephone rings and the internal number of the caller (e.g., INT 2) or the assigned

name appears in the display.

Press the talk or handsfree key c/d on the handset to accept the call.

Ending a call

Press the end call key a on the handset.

Transferring a call to another handset/internal consultation

Transferring an external call: You have two options to transfer the call:

¤ Wait until the participant called answers, then hang up:

Press the End call key a.

Or:

¤ Hang up before the participant answers: Press the End call key a.

If the participant called does not answer or does not transfer the call, end the

consultation call with Back.

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External call, internal consultation:

u ¤ The list of handsets is opened. ¤ If more than two handsets are registered to

the base, select one handset or Call All

¤ c or OK.

Accepting a waiting call

If you receive an external call while conducting an internal call, you will hear the call

waiting tone (short beep). With Calling Line Identification, the caller's number will

appear in the display.

¤ Press the end call key a on the handset to end the internal call.

¤ Press the talk key c to accept the external call.

Using the redial list

The redial list contains the ten numbers last dialled with the handset (max. 30 digits).

If one of the numbers is in the directory, the corresponding name will be displayed.

Dialling from the redial list

c Press the talk key.

q Select an entry.

c Press the talk key. The number is dialled.

Managing entries in the redial list

c Press the talk key.

q Select an entry.

§Menu§ Press the display key.

The following functions can be selected with q:

¤ Use Number (as in the directory, page 26)

¤ Copy to Directory (as in the directory, page 26)

¤ Delete Entry (as in the directory, page 26)

¤ Delete List (as in the directory, page 26)

Answer machine list (dependent on base)

The answer machine list contains all the calls recorded by the answer machine. You

can use the list to listen to messages on the answer machine.

Network mailbox list

You can use this list to listen to messages on the network mailbox (¢ page 32).

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Missed calls list

Prerequisite: CLIP ( page 23)

Your telephone saves the last 25 missed calls.

Opening the missed calls list

¤ ’ ¤ q Missed Calls: (see also ¢ page 31)

The list is displayed as follows:

Number of new messages + number of old, read messages.

§OK§ Press the display key to open the list.

The last missed call is displayed as the first entry.

List entry

Example of a list entry:

• Status of entry

New Call: New missed call.

Old Call: Entry already read.

• Number of caller

You can add the number of the caller to the direc-

tory ( page 27).

Use the §Menu§ display key to select the following options:

¤ Delete Entry

Delete selected entry.

¤ Copy to Directory

Copy the caller's number to the directory.

¤ Date and Time

Display date and time of the call.

¤ Show Number

Display caller's phone number.

¤ Delete List

Delete all entries in the list.

After exiting the list, all entries are assigned the status "old".

Dialling from the missed calls list

Open list (¢ page 30).

q Select an entry.

c Press the talk key. The number is dialled.

Missed Calls:

01+02

Back

New Call

123456

Back

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Deleting all entries

Caution! All old and new entries will be deleted.

Open list (¢ page 30).

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Delete List ¤ §OK§

a Press and hold (idle status).

Calling up lists with new messages

If there are messages in a list, use the display key ’ to call up:

• The answer machine list (dependent on base)

• The network mailbox (if your network provider supports this function and the

number of the network mailbox has been entered, page 32)

• The missed calls list

An advisory tone sounds as soon as a new entry arrives in a list. In idle status, the dis-

play shows an icon for the new message.

The number of new entries is displayed beside the cor-

responding icon.

Press the display key ’ and select the required list.

To do this, refer to the following sections:

• Listening to messages on the network mailbox

¢ page 32

• Opening the missed calls list

¢ page 30

Icon New message...

... in the answer machine list (dependent on base) or on the network

mailbox

™ ... in the Missed Calls list

New calls on the network mailbox are only displayed correctly if your network

provider transmits this information (see user guide for your provider's network

mailbox).

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Using the network mailbox

The network mailbox is the answer machine in your provider's telephone network.

More information is available from your provider.

You cannot use the network mailbox unless you have requested it from your provider.

Entering network mailbox number

In order to use the network mailbox quickly and easily via the network mailbox list

and to use fast access, you will need to enter the number in your phone.

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Answer Machine ¤ §OK§ ¤ Network Mailbox ¤ §OK§

~ Enter the network mailbox number and press §OK§.

Accepting a new message from the network mailbox

When a message is recorded, you receive a call from the network mailbox. If you have

requested Calling Line Identification, the network mailbox number is displayed. If you

accept the call, the new messages are played back. If you do not accept the call, the

network mailbox number is saved in the missed calls list ( page 30).

Playing back messages

There are three ways to call the network mailbox.

• Call the network mailbox via the Answer Machine menu:

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Answer Machine ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Play Messages ¤ §OK§

• If there are new messages, access the network mailbox via the network mailbox

list:

¤ ’ ¤ q Network Mailbox: (see also ¢ page 31)

The list is displayed as follows:

00: The number of new messages is only displayed correctly if

your network provider transmits this information.

**: The number of old messages is not available.

§OK§ Press the display key to call the network mailbox.

• Fast access to the network mailbox:

To access the network mailbox, simply press and

hold the 1 key – you do not have to select it via the menu.

Enter the network mailbox phone number into your directory along with the

designation "Network mailbox"; the display and the call list will then show this

designation.

Network

Mailbox

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ECO DECT

You are helping to protect the environment with your Gigaset.

Reduced energy consumption

Your telephone has a power-saving adapter plug and uses <0.4 W when in idle status

and when the batteries are not being charged.

Reducing radiation (dependent on base)

The radiation can only be reduced if your base supports this function.

The transmission power of your telephone is automatically reduced depending on

the distance to the base.

You can further reduce the radiation from the handset and base by using Eco Mode

or Eco Mode+. For further information, please refer to your base user guide.

Using the handset as an alarm clock

Activating/deactivating the alarm clock

Requirement:

The time is set ( page 16).

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Alarm Clock ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Activation ¤ §OK§ (³=on)

After you activate the alarm clock, the menu for setting the wakeup time opens auto-

matically.

Setting the wakeup time

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Alarm Clock ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Wake-up Time ¤ §OK§ ¤ Enter wakeup

time

¤ §OK§

If the alarm clock is activated, you will see the Ñ icon in

the display and the wakeup time after it.

The wakeup time is shown in the display only when all calls in the call lists have

been listened to or read.

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Setting the alarm clock signal

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Alarm Clock ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Signal ¤ §OK§ ¤ q (³=on)

Switching off/repeating the alarm after an interval (snooze mode)

Prerequisite: An alarm call sounds.

¤ Deactivate until the next alarm call: Press Off.

Or:

¤ Snooze mode:

Press Snooze or any key. The wake-up call is deactivated and then repeated after

5 minutes.

Or:

Press nothing. The alarm call is deactivated after 60 seconds and then repeated

after 5 minutes. After the fourth repetition, the alarm call is deactivated for

24 hours.

Baby monitor

When the baby monitor is activated, a call to all internal handsets is activated as soon

as a defined noise level is exceeded in the vicinity of the handset.

In baby monitor mode, incoming calls are only signalled on the display (without

ringtone). The display backlight is reduced to 50%. Advisory tones are deactivated.

If you accept an incoming call, the baby monitor mode is suspended for the duration

of the call, but the function remains activated. The baby monitor mode is not

deactivated by switching the handset off and on again.

Activating/deactivating and setting the baby monitor

v ¤ Baby Monitor ¤ §OK§

The baby monitor is deactivated using the display key Off.

Cancelling the baby monitor alarm

Cancelling during a baby monitor alarm: Press a.

Ensure the following points:

• The handset should be positioned 1 to 2 metres away from the baby. The

microphone must be pointed towards the baby.

• Activating the function reduces the operating time of your handset. For that

reason, place the handset in the charging cradle if necessary.

• The baby monitor is activated 20 seconds after switching on.

Please always check the functionality and sensitivity when you switch on.

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One touch call

You can set up your phone so that you can dial a specific number when you press any

key on the keyboard. This allows children, who are unable to enter a number, to call a

certain number, for example.

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q One Touch Call ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Activation ¤ §OK§ (³=activated)

¤ Call to: Enter or change the number that you wish to dial.

¤ §OK§

The activated One Touch Call appears on the idle display. The saved number is dialled

by pressing any key. Press the End call key a to cancel dialling.

Ending one touch call mode:

¤ Press display key Off§ ¤ Press and hold the # key.

Or:

¤ Press and hold the # key.

Torch (Spot-LED)

You can use your telephone as a torch.

Activating/deactivating the torch function

Press the Spot-LED display key (

¢ page 3).

After 2 minutes the function is automatically deactivated or press the side key.

If you have already saved an emergency number on the ; key, this emer-

gency number will also be dialled when you use the A key direct dial function.

• The function is automatically deactivated if Emergency call is pressed.

• If the lights are activated, all functions are locked, Emergency call is

functioning.

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Handset settings

You can change the settings on your handset to suit your individual requirements.

Changing the display language

You can view the display texts in different languages.

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Language ¤ §OK§ ¤ q (Select language) ¤

§OK§

The current language is indicated by ³.

If you accidentally choose a language you do not understand:

¤ §Menu§ ¤ 54 ¤ q (Select language) ¤ §OK§

Setting jumbo font

You can improve the legibility of the digits when you dial.

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Display ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Big Dial Font ¤

§OK§ (³=on).

Changing the display lighting

In charger:

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Display ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Backlight ¤ OK§ ¤ In

Charger

¤ §OK§ (³=on)

or out of charger:

¤ Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Display ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Backlight ¤ OK§ ¤ q ¤

Out of Charger

¤ §OK§ ¤ Standby time will be reduced ¤ §OK§ ¤ (³=on).

Auto answer

When this function is activated, when a call arrives you can simply lift the handset out

of the base without having to press the talk key c.

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Telephony ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Auto Answer

¤ §OK§ (³=on)

When this function is deactivated, both the date and time are shown in idle

status.

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Changing the call volume

You can set the handsfree volume and the earpiece volume to five different levels (1–

5; e.g., volume 3 = ˆ).

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§

¤ q Call Volume ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Earpiece Volume / Handsfree Volume ¤ §OK§

q Adjust the volume and press §OK§.

Setting the volume during a call:

Boost function (

¢ page 3) via the side key.

Changing ringers

•Volume:

Five volume levels (1–5; e.g., volume 3 = ˆ).

•Melody:

List of pre-loaded ringer melodies. The first three melodies are the "classic" ring-

tones.

You can also set different ringer melodies for the following functions:

• External Calls

• Internal Calls

Setting the ringer volume

The ringer volume is the same for all types of ring.

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§ ¤ q ¤

Ringtones (Handset)

¤ §OK§ ¤ Volume ¤ §OK§ ¤ q ¤ Set the volume) ¤ §OK§

Setting the ringer melody

Set different ringer melodies for external calls, internal calls.

For external calls you can also specify that your phone should not ring at certain times

or if a call is from an unknown caller.

For internal calls

¤ §§Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§ ¤ q ¤

Ringtones (Handset)

¤ §OK§ ¤ Melody ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Internal Calls ¤ §OK§ ¤ q

(Select melody)

¤ §OK§ (³= selected)

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For external calls:

¤ §§Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§ ¤ q ¤

Ringtones (Handset)

¤ §OK§ ¤ Melody ¤ §OK§ ¤ q External Calls ¤ §OK§ ¤ q

(Select melody)

¤ §OK§ (³= selected)

Time Control

¤ §§Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§ ¤ q ¤

Ringtones (Handset) ¤ §OK§ ¤ Time Control ¤ §OK§

You can specify a time period when you do not want the telephone to signal external

calls e.g., during the night.

¤ q Activation ¤ §OK (³= activated)

¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ Starting Time: /Ending Time:

Enter each time as a 4-digit number and press §OK§ .

Anonymous Calls

You can set your handset so that it doesn't ring for calls where Calling Line Identifica-

tion has been withheld (not answer machine). The call will only be signalled on the

display.

¤ §§Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§ ¤ q ¤

Ringtones (Handset) ¤ §OK§ ¤ Anonymous Calls Silent ¤ §OK (³= activated)

Activating/deactivating the ringer

You can:

• Permanently deactivate the ringer in idle status or when receiving a call

• Deactivate the ringer for the current call only

The ringer cannot be re-activated while a call is in progress.

Deactivating the ringer permanently

P Press and hold the star key.

The

icon appears in the display.

Reactivating the ringer

P Press and hold the star key.

Deactivating the ringer for the current call

§Silence§ Press the display key.

Activating/deactivating visual call signal

Incoming calls are signalled visually (e.g. in noisy environments).

t ¤ q ¤ LED Call Signal ¤ OK (³ =activated)

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Advisory/warning tones

Your handset uses advisory tones to tell you about different activities and statuses.

The following tones can be activated and deactivated independently of each other:

• Advisory Tones

• Key click: Every key press is confirmed.

• Confirmation tone (rising tone sequence): at the end of the entry/setting,

when replacing the handset in the base and a new entry is made in the missed

calls list.

• Error tone (descending tone sequence): When you make an incorrect entry.

• Battery Low Signal

The battery requires charging.

You cannot deactivate the confirmation tone for placing the handset in the base.

Activating/deactivating advisory tones

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§

¤ q Advisory Tones ¤ §OK§ (³=on)

Activating/deactivating battery low beep

¤ §§Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§

¤ q Battery Low Signal ¤ §OK§ (³=on)

Range warning tone

¤ t ¤ Out of Range Signal ¤ OK

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Audio / Visual Signals ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Out of

Range Signal

¤ §OK§ (³=on)

Restoring the handset default settings

You can reset any individual settings and changes that you have made. This will not

affect entries in the directory, call list, date and time or the handset's registration to

the base.

¤ §Menu§ ¤ q Settings ¤ §OK§ ¤ q System ¤ §OK§ ¤ q Reset Handset ¤ §OK§

Cancel the reset with a.

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Appendix

Service (Customer Care)

Step by step towards your solution with Gigaset Customer Care

www.gigaset.com/service

Visit our Customer Care pages:

www.gigaset.com/service

Here you will find:

u Frequently asked questions

u Free software and user manual downloads

u Compatibility checks

Contact our Customer Care team:

Couldn't find a solution in the FAQs section?

We are happy to help...

... by eMail: www.gigaset.com/contact

... by telephone:

United Kingdom

www.gigaset.com/uk/service

Service Hotline: 020 36953111 (local call cost charge)

Ireland

www.gigaset.com/ie/service

Service Hotline: 0818 200 033 (6.6561 Ct./Call)

Please have your proof of purchase ready when calling.

Please note that if the Gigaset product is not sold by authorised dealers in the national territory

the product may not be fully compatible with the national telephone network. It is clearly spe-

cified on the box near the CE mark for which country/countries the equipment has been deve-

loped. If the equipment is used in a manner inconsistent with this advice or with the instructions

of the manual and on the product itself, this may have implications on the conditions for war-

ranty or guarantee claims (repair or exchange of product).

In order to make use of the warranty, the product purchaser is asked to submit a receipt which

proves the date of purchase (date from which the warranty period starts) and the type of goods

that have been purchased.

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Questions and answers

Possible solutions are available online at www.gigaset.com/service

In addition, the following overview provides troubleshooting assistance.

The display is blank

• The handset is not switched on:

¤ Press and hold the End call key a.

• The battery is empty:

¤ Charge the battery or replace it (¢ page 15).

The device will not charge

• The handset is not inserted correctly in the charging cradle:

¤ Insert handset

correctly

The device turns itself off even though the battery is still 2/3 charged according to

the display

• The contacts/batteries are unclean or corroded

¤ Clean the contacts/batteries or

replace the batteries (

¢ page 11)

The standby time of the batteries is less than that specified in the user guide

Call is interrupted or completely disconnected

• Radio signals are weakened by walls, ceilings, insulation etc. ¤ Do not place the

base behind/beneath metallic objects. Do not place the base in the cellar if

possible (

¢ page 10)

Handsfree sound quality is not good

• Dirt on the handset (e.g. make-up, dust, iron filings)

¤ Clean the handset

(

¢ page 46)

Loud crackling, background noises, interference, scratching, changing volume

• Interference from other devices (network components of fax, PC, printer, mobile

phone)

¤ Increase the distance to other devices (at least half a metre) (¢ page 10)

You cannot make calls and "BASE" or "No base" is flashing in the display

• The power cable is not connected to the base:

¤ Check the base power adapter

"Not possible!" appears in the display

• Telephoning externally is not possible whilst another external call is being made.

¤ Wait until the other call has ended (does not apply if the internal listening

function has been activated).

• Making an external call whilst another party is speaking on your answer

machine.

¤ Wait until the announcement on the answer machine has ended

Time has changed

• The time was changed on another handset and thus transferred to the other

devices

¤ Do not copy the date/time automatically

• Using the handset on systems from other manufacturers increases the

power consumption by up to 90%

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Time is reset to the default setting

• Base and handset were deactivated at the same time

¤ Reset the time

(

¢ page 16).

No time is specified in the call list

• Date/time is not set

¤ Set date/time (¢ page 16).

Consultation call, call swapping, conference not possible

• These functions that can be executed on the device must be provided and enabled

by the network provider. Operation can vary from one network provider to

another.

¤ Contact your network provider

Volume of the handset (earpiece volume) too quiet

• The volume is at the lowest level

¤ Change the earpiece volume setting (¢ page 37)

¤ Change the handset position on the ear

Handsfree volume too quiet

• The volume is at the lowest level

¤ Change the handsfree volume setting

(

¢ page 37)

A call is signalled in the display, however the handset does not ring or is too quiet

• You have recorded your own ringtone or downloaded a ringtone from the Internet

and the source file is too quiet

¤ Set the source or ringtone to a louder volume or

record again

You hear a tone during operation

• Action has failed/invalid input

¤ Repeat the process. Read the display and refer to

the user guide.

• The batteries are empty ¤ Charge the batteries (¢ page 15)

• The system PIN you have entered is incorrect

¤ Re-enter the system PIN or reset

You hear a tone during the call

• The batteries are empty

¤ Charge the batteries (¢ page 15)

Forgotten system PIN

• Reset the system PIN to 0000

Error tone sounds after system PIN prompt

• The system PIN you have entered is incorrect

¤ Re-enter the system PIN or reset

The device has come into contact with liquid

• Allow the device to dry.

¤ Contact with liquid (¢ page 46)

• The display background may differ in the nuance of colour.

• This is completely normal and does not indicate a fault.

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Authorisation

This device is intended for use within the European Economic Area and Switzerland.

If used in other countries, it must first be approved nationally in the country in ques-

tion.

Country-specific requirements have been taken into consideration.

We, Gigaset Communications GmbH, declare that this device meets the essential

requirements and other relevant regulations laid down in Directive 1999/5/EC.

A copy of the 1999/5/EC Declaration of Conformity is available at this Internet

address:

www.gigaset.com/docs

Guarantee Certificate - United Kingdom

Without prejudice to any claim the user (customer) may have in relation to the dealer

or retailer, the customer shall be granted a manufacturer's Guarantee under the con-

ditions set out below:

• In the case of new devices and their components exhibiting defects resulting from

manufacturing and/or material faults within 24 months of purchase, Gigaset Com-

munications shall, at its own option and free of charge, either replace the device

with another device reflecting the current state of the art, or repair the said device.

In respect of parts subject to wear and tear (including but not limited to, batteries,

keypads, casing), this warranty shall be valid for six months from the date of pur-

chase.

• This Guarantee shall be invalid if the device defect is attributable to improper treat-

ment and/or failure to comply with information contained in the user guides.

• This Guarantee shall not apply to or extend to services performed by the author-

ised dealer or the customer themselves (e. g. installation, configuration, software

downloads). User guides and any software supplied on a separate data medium

shall be excluded from the Guarantee.

• The purchase receipt, together with the date of purchase, shall be required as evi-

dence for invoking the Guarantee. Claims under the Guarantee must be submitted

within two months of the Guarantee default becoming evident.

• Ownership of devices or components replaced by and returned to Gigaset Com-

munications shall vest in Gigaset Communications.

• This Guarantee shall apply to new devices purchased in the European Union. For

Products sold in the United Kingdom the Guarantee is issued by: Gigaset Commu-

nications UK Limited, Quatro House, Lyon Way, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 7ER.

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• Any other claims resulting out of or in connection with the device shall be

excluded from this Guarantee.

Nothing in this Guarantee shall attempt to limit or exclude a Customers Statutory

Rights, nor the manufacturer's liability for death or personal injury resulting from

its negligence.

• The duration of the Guarantee shall not be extended by services rendered under

the terms of the Guarantee.

• Insofar as no Guarantee default exists, Gigaset Communications reserves the right

to charge the customer for replacement or repair.

• The above provisions does not imply a change in the burden of proof to the detri-

ment of the customer.

To invoke this Guarantee, please contact the Gigaset Communications telephone ser-

vice. The relevant number is to be found in the accompanying user guide.

Guarantee Certificate - Ireland

Without prejudice to any claim the user (customer) may have in relation to the dealer

or retailer, the customer shall be granted a manufacturer’s Guarantee under the con-

ditions set out below:

• In the case of new devices and their components exhibiting defects resulting from

manufacturing and/or material faults within 24 months of purchase, Gigaset Com-

munications shall, at its own option and free of charge, either replace the device

with another device reflecting the current state of the art, or repair the said device.

In respect of parts subject to wear and tear (including but not limited to, batteries,

keypads, casing), this warranty shall be valid for six months from the date of pur-

chase.

• This Guarantee shall be invalid if the device defect is attributable to improper care

or use and/or failure to comply with information contained in the user manuals. In

particular claims under the Guarantee cannot be made if:

• The device is opened (this is classed as third party intervention)

• Repairs or other work done by persons not authorised by Gigaset Communica-

tions.

• Components on the printed circuit board are manipulated

• The software is manipulated

• Defects or damage caused by dropping, breaking, lightning or ingress of moisture.

This also applies if defects or damage was caused by mechanical, chemical, radio

interference or thermal factors (e.g.: microwave, sauna etc.)

• Devices fitted with accessories not authorised by Gigaset Communications

• This Guarantee shall not apply to or extend to services performed by the author-

ised dealer or the customer themselves (e.g. installation, configuration, software

downloads). User manuals and any software supplied on a separate data medium

shall be excluded from the Guarantee.

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• The purchase receipt, together with the date of purchase, shall be required as evi-

dence for invoking the Guarantee. Claims under the Guarantee must be submitted

within two months of the Guarantee default becoming evident.

• Ownership of devices or components replaced by and returned to Gigaset Com-

munications shall vest in Gigaset Communications.

• This Guarantee shall apply to new devices purchased in the European Union. For

Products sold in the Republic of Ireland the Guarantee is issued by Gigaset Com-

munications UK Limited, Quatro House, Lyon Way, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 7ER.

• Any other claims resulting out of or in connection with the device shall be

excluded from this Guarantee. Nothing in this Guarantee shall attempt to limit or

exclude a Customers Statutory Rights, nor the manufacturer’s liability for death or

personal injury resulting from its negligence.

• The duration of the Guarantee shall not be extended by services rendered under

the terms of the Guarantee.

• Insofar as no Guarantee default exists, Gigaset Communications reserves the right

to charge the customer for replacement or repair.

• The above provisions does not imply a change in the burden of proof to the detri-

ment of the customer.

To invoke this Guarantee, please contact the Gigaset Communications helpdesk on

1850 777 277. This number is also to be found in the accompanying user guide.

Manufacturer's advice

Environment

Environmental management system

Gigaset Communications GmbH is certified pursuant to the interna-

tional standards EN 14001 and ISO 9001.

ISO 14001 (Environment): certified since September 2007 by TüV SÜD

Management Service GmbH.

ISO 9001 (Quality): certified since 17/02/1994 by TüV SÜD Manage-

ment Service GmbH.

Ecological energy consumption

The use of ECO DECT (¢ page 33) saves energy and makes an active contribution

towards protecting the environment.

Disposal

Batteries should not be disposed of in general household waste. Observe the local

waste disposal regulations, details of which can be obtained from your local authority.

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All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the

municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the govern-

ment or the local authorities.

This crossed-out wheeled bin symbol on the product means the

product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

The correct disposal and separate collection of your old appliance

will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environ-

ment and human health. It is a precondition for reuse and recycling

of used electrical and electronic equipment.

For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact

your local council refuse centre or the original supplier of the product.

Care

Wipe the unit with a damp cloth or an antistatic cloth. Do not use solvents or micro-

fibre cloths.

Never use a dry cloth. This can cause static.

Contact with liquid

If the handset has come into contact with liquid:

1. Switch the handset off and remove the battery immediately.

2. Allow the liquid to drain from the handset.

3. Pat all parts dry, then place the handset with the battery compartment open and

the keypad facing down in a dry, warm place for at least 72 hours (not in a micro-

wave, oven etc.).

4. Do not switch on the handset again until it is completely dry.

When it has fully dried out, you will usually be able to use it again.

Specifications

Batteries

Technology: Nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH)

Size: AAA (Micro, HR03)

Voltage: 1,2 V

Capacity: 750 mAh

The device is supplied with two approved batteries.

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Handset operating times/charging times

The operating time of the telephone depends on the capacity of the battery, its age

and the way it is used. (All times are maximum possible times).

General specifications

Standby time (hours) * 320 * / 180 **

Talktime (hours) 14

Operating time for 1.5 hours of calls per day (hours) * 120 * / 95 **

Charging time in base (hours) 9

Charging time in charging cradle (hours) 7,5

*Eco Mode deactivated, without display backlight in idle status

**Eco Mode activated, without display backlight in idle status

DECT standard Supported

GAP standard Supported

No. of channels 60 duplex channels

Radio frequency range 1880–1900 MHz

Duplex method Time multiplex, 10 ms frame length

Pulse repetition rate 100 Hz

Pulse transmission length 370 μs

Channel grid 1728 kHz

Bit rate 1152 kbit/s

Modulation GFSK

Language code 32 kbit/s

Transmission power 10 mW average power per channel,

250 mW pulse power

Range Up to 300 m outdoors, up to 50 m indoors

Environmental conditions for opera-

tion

+5°C to +45°C, 20% to 75% relative humidity

Dialling mode DTMF (tone dialling)/PD (pulse dialling)

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Characters

Standard characters

1) Space

1x 2x 3x 4x 5x 6x 7x 8x 9x 1

1 1£$¥¤

2abc2äáàâãç

I def 3ëéèê

4 gh i4ïíìî

5 jkl5

L mno6öñóòôõ

M pqr s 7ß

N t uv8üúùû

O wxyz9ÿýæøå

Q .,?!0+-:¿¡“‘;_

P * / ( ) <=>%

# #@\ &§

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Accessories

Mounting the charger on the wall

All accessories and batteries are available from your phone retailer.

Use only original accessories. This will avoid possible health risks and

personal injury, and also ensure that all the relevant regulations are

complied with.

21 mm

Approx. 3.5 mm

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Accepting a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Accessories

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Activating

advisory tones

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

auto answer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

handset

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

keypad lock

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Adapter plug

power saving

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Advisory tones

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Alarm clock

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Anonymous Calls

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Authorisation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Auto answer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 36

Baby monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Battery

battery low tone

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

inserting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Battery low tone

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Broken display

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Call

internal

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

transferring (connecting)

. . . . . . . . . .28

Call list

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 30

Call waiting, internal call

. . . . . . . . . . . .29

Callback from the call list

. . . . . . . . . . . .30

Calling

external

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

internal

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Calling back a caller

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Calling Line Identification

. . . . . . . . . . .23

Caring for your telephone

. . . . . . . . . . .46

Changing

display language

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Character set

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

CLI, CLIP

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Confirmation tone

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Control key

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Correcting incorrect entries

. . . . . .20, 22

Customer Care

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Deactivating

advisory tones

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

auto answer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

handset

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

keypad lock

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Delete key

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Deleting characters

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Dialling

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