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Gigaset Communications GmbH
Frankenstr. 2a, D-46395 Bocholt
Manufactured by Gigaset Communications GmbH
under trademark license of Siemens AG.
As of 1 Oct. 2011 Gigaset products bearing the
trademark 'Siemens' will exclusively use the trademark 'Gigaset' .
© Gigaset Communications GmbH 2010
All rights reserved. Subject to availability.
www.gigaset.com
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  • Page 1 Manufactured by Gigaset Communications GmbH under trademark license of Siemens AG. As of 1 Oct. 2011 Gigaset products bearing the trademark 'Siemens' will exclusively use the trademark 'Gigaset' . © Gigaset Communications GmbH 2010 All rights reserved. Subject to availability.

  • Page 2: Brief Overview

    Brief overview Brief overview ¢ 1 Display in idle status 2 Battery charge status ( ¢ page 14) ¢ 3 Display keys ( page 18) 4 Message key ( page 32) Access to Calls and Message lists; flashes: new message or new call 5 End Call key, On/Off key End call, cancel function, go back one menu level (press briefly), back to idle status...
  • Page 3 Display symbols Display symbols The following symbols are displayed regardless of the settings and the operating status of your phone: ¢ Signal strength ( page 14) ¢ or ECO Mode symbol ¼ ( page 34) ¢ Bluetooth activated ( page 38) or ô/ õ...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Brief overview ........... . . 1 Safety precautions .
  • Page 5 Contents Using a handset as a room monitor ....... . 37 Using Bluetooth devices .

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Safety precautions Warning Be sure to read this user guide and the safety precautions before using your telephone. Explain their content and the potential hazards associated with using the telephone to your children. Use only the charging cradle supplied with the power adapter. ¢...

  • Page 7: First Steps

    First steps First steps Checking the package contents One Gigaset SL78H handset One battery One battery cover One belt clip One charging cradle with power adapter One user guide USB cable CD-ROM (with driver for the USB cable)

  • Page 8: Installing The Charging Cradle

    First steps Installing the charging cradle The charging cradle is designed to be operated in closed, dry areas at temperatures ranging from +5°C to +45°C. Please note Keep in mind the range of the base station. It is up to 985 feet (300 m) in unobstructed outdoor areas and up to 165 feet (50 m) inside buildings.

  • Page 9: Setting Up The Handset For Use

    First steps Setting up the handset for use The display and keypad are protected by a protective plastic film. Please remove the protective film. Inserting the battery and closing the battery cover Warning ¢ Use only the rechargeable batteries ( page 49) recommended by Gigaset Communications GmbH;...
  • Page 10 First steps ¤ Remove the belt clip (if attached). ¤ Place a coin into the notch at the bottom of the casing and pull the battery cover upwards. To change the battery, place a coin in the cavity on the casing and pull the battery upwards.
  • Page 11 First steps Registering handsets A Gigaset SL78H handset can be registered to up to four base stations. Registration of Gigaset SL78H You must initiate handset registration on the handset (1) and on the base station (2). Once it has been registered, the handset returns to idle status. The handset's inter- nal number is shown on the display (e.g., INT 1).
  • Page 12 First steps 2) On the base station Within 60 seconds, press and hold the Registration/Paging key on the base station (approx. 3 sec.). Please note Information on how to deregister can be found in your base station's user guide. First battery charge and discharge The correct charge status can only be displayed if the battery is first fully charged and then discharged.

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    First steps Setting the date and time Set the date and time so that the alarm and the calendar can be used. ¤ §Time§ Press the key below on the dis- play screen to open the input field. Time (If you have already entered the date and time, open the input field using ¢...
  • Page 14 First steps ¤ am/pm Save §Save§ Press the key below on the dis- play screen to save your entries. ‰ The display shows Saved. You will hear a confirmation tone. Saved Date/Time Date: 10/14/2009 Time: 07:15am ¤ §Back§ Press the key below on the dis- am/pm Save...

  • Page 15: Setting Up Area Codes

    First steps Display in idle status Once the phone is registered and the time set, the idle display is shown, as in this example. After successful reg- istration, the following is displayed: INT 1 The strength of the signal between the base station 14, 2009 and handset: –...

  • Page 16: Connecting The Usb Cable

    First steps Connecting the USB cable You can connect the supplied USB cable to the back panel of your telephone to connect the tel- ¢ ephone to a PC ( page 50). ¤ ¢ Remove the belt clip (if attached) ( page 9).

  • Page 17: What Would You Like To Do Next

    First steps What would you like to do next? Now that you have successfully started your phone, you will probably want to adapt it to your personal requirements. Use the following guide to quickly locate the most important topics. If you are unfamiliar with menu-driven devices, such as other Gigaset telephones, ¢...

  • Page 18: Using The Phone

    Using the phone Using the phone Using the Control key In the text below, the side of the Control key that you must press in the operating situation described is marked in black (top, bot- tom, right, left, center), for example, v for "press right on the Control key"...

  • Page 19: Using The Display Keys

    Using the phone Using the Display keys The function of the Display keys changes depending on the particular operating sit- uation. Example: Current Display key functions Back Save Display keys Important Display keys include: Options Open a menu for further functions. Confirm selection.

  • Page 20: Using The Menus

    Using the phone Using the menus Your telephone's functions are accessed using a menu that has a number of levels. Main menu (first menu level) ¤ Press the Control key right v in the handset's idle status to open the main menu.

  • Page 21: Activating/Deactivating The Handset

    Using the phone Activating/deactivating the handset With the phone in idle status, press and hold the End Call key to switch off the handset. A confirmation tone plays as the phone turns off. Press and hold the End Call key again to switch the handset on. Please note When switching on, an animation of a clock will be displayed for several sec- onds.

  • Page 22: Using This Guide

    Using the phone Using this guide The operating steps are shown in abbreviated form. Example: The illustration: ¢ ¢ ¢ Settings Telephony Auto Answer (³ = on) means: ¤ Press right on the Control key v to open the main menu. ¤...
  • Page 23 Using the phone Telephony ´ The Auto Answer function is already Auto Answer selected. Area Codes Listening In Dialing Mode Back Change ¤ §Change§ Press the Display key activate/deactivate the function. Telephony The change is immediately effective ³ and does not need to be confirmed. Auto Answer Area Codes Listening In...

  • Page 24: Menu Tree

    Menu tree Menu tree With the telephone in idle status, press v (open main menu): · ¢ Alarm Clock page 36 ò Bluetooth ¢ Activation page 38 ¢ Search for Headset page 39 ¢ Search for DataDevice page 39 ¢ Known Devices page 39 ¢...
  • Page 25 Menu tree Ï Settings ¢ Date/Time page 12 ¢ Audio Settings Call Volume page 42 ¢ Ringer Settings page 43 ¢ Advisory Tones page 45 Music on Hold (dependent on base station) ¢ Display Screensaver page 41 ¢ Backlight page 42 ¢...

  • Page 26: Making Calls

    Making calls Making calls Ending a call ¢ Press the End Call key. If the backlight is deactivated ( page 42) it is switched on by pressing any key. In this Accepting a call case the pressed key has no other function. The handset indicates an incoming call in Making an external call three ways: by ringing, by a display on the...

  • Page 27: Using The Handsfree Feature

    Making calls Using the handsfree feature Making internal calls In handsfree mode, instead of holding the Internal calls to other handsets registered on handset to your ear, you can put it down, for the same base station are free. example, on the table in front of you. This Calling a specific handset allows others to participate in the call.

  • Page 28: Using The Directory And Lists

    Using the directory and lists Using the directory and Quick list A list of name/numbers that can be Person/ lists Business name and phone number; dial- around name and code; descriptive name The options are: and PIN, etc. ¤ Directory Open the Quick list in idle status by press- ing the C key.
  • Page 29 Using the directory and lists Caller Melody (VIP): Selecting entries in the directory You can mark a directory entry as a VIP and Quick list s / C Open the directory or Quick list. (very important person) by assigning a specific ringer to it.
  • Page 30 Using the directory and lists Editing entries Linking Quick list numbers with ¢ s / C s (select entry) one number §View§ §Edit§ Press Display keys one after the You can insert the dialing code of a network other. provider ahead of the number ("linking"). ¤...
  • Page 31 Using the directory and lists Transferring the directory as a Saving an anniversary in the vCard with Bluetooth directory ¢ In Bluetooth mode ( page 38), you can For each number in the directory, you can transfer directory entries in vCard format, for save an anniversary and specify a time at example, to exchange entries with your which a reminder call should be made on...

  • Page 32: Using The Last Number Redial List

    Using the directory and lists Reminder call on an anniversary Display Number (as in the directory, page 29) In idle status, a reminder call is signaled in ¢ Delete Entry (as in the directory, page 29) the handset display ( page 2) and with the selected ringer.

  • Page 33: Opening Lists With The Message Key

    Using the directory and lists Press the Talk key c to return the The number of new entries is displayed on selected call. the right, next to the corresponding symbol. §View§ Press the Display key to display addi- ™ Ë Ã...

  • Page 34: Using The Network Mailbox

    Using the network mailbox Using the network Viewing the network mailbox report mailbox When a message is recorded, you receive a The network mailbox is your network pro- call from the network mailbox. If you have vider's voice mail within the network. You requested caller ID, the network mailbox cannot use the network mailbox unless you number will be displayed.

  • Page 35: Eco Dect

    ECO DECT ECO DECT Saving an appointment Requirement: The date and time have ¢ You are helping to protect the environment already been set ( page 12). Í ¢ with your Gigaset SL78H. Reducing energy consumption October 2009 By using a power-saving adapter plug, your telephone consumes less power.
  • Page 36 Setting an appointment (calendar) Text: Managing appointments Enter text (max. 16 characters). The text appears as the appointment name in the Editing individual appointments r / q Select the day in the graphic cal- list and will be displayed on the screen endar and press the w Control during the appointment reminder.

  • Page 37: Displaying Missed Appointments, Anniversaries

    Setting the alarm clock Displaying missed Setting the alarm clock appointments, anniversaries Requirement: The date and time have ¢ already been set ( page 12). Missed appointments/anniversaries ¢ page 30) are displayed in the Missed Alarms list if: Activating/deactivating the alarm clock and setting the wake-up time You do not accept an appointment/anni- Í...

  • Page 38: Using A Handset As A Room Monitor

    Using a handset as a room monitor Deactivating the wake-up call/ Warning! repeat after pause (snooze mode) Always check the operation of the Requirement: A wake-up call is sounding. room monitor before use. For exam- ple, test its sensitivity. Check the §OFF§...

  • Page 39: Using Bluetooth Devices

    Using Bluetooth devices When the room monitor is activated, the idle Using Bluetooth devices display appears as follows: Your Gigaset SL78H handset can communi- cate wirelessly with other devices using INT 1 Á Bluetooth™ technology. 07:15am 2009 Before you can use your other Bluetooth devices, you must first activate Bluetooth and then register the devices to the handset.

  • Page 40: Search For Headset

    Using Bluetooth devices Registering Bluetooth devices Canceling/repeating current search To cancel search: The distance between the handset in Blue- §Cancel§ Press the Display key. tooth mode and the activated Bluetooth device (headset or data device) should be no To repeat the current search, if necessary: more than 33 feet (10 m).

  • Page 41: Handset Settings

    Handset settings Changing the name of a Bluetooth Handset settings device ¢ s (select entry) Open list Your handset is preconfigured, but you can §Options§ Press the Display key. change the settings to suit your individual requirements. §OK§ Edit Name Select and press Change the name.

  • Page 42: Changing The Display Language

    Handset settings Redial Changing the display Displaying the Last Number Redial list. language More Functions... Depending on your base station, addi- You can view the display texts in different tional key assignments are also possible. languages. Ï ¢ ¢ Language Starting the function, dialing the The current language is indicated by a Ø.

  • Page 43: Activating/Deactivating Auto Answer

    Handset settings If the screensaver covers the display, briefly Changing the handsfree/ press a to show the idle display. earpiece volume Please note If the analogue clock has been set as You can set the loudspeaker volume for screensaver, the second hand is shown handsfree talking and the earpiece volume only when the handset is in the charger.

  • Page 44: Changing Ringers

    Handset settings Changing ringers Suspend ringing until: Enter the end of the period in 4-digit for- mat. Volume: You can choose between five volumes (1– 5; e.g., volume 3 = Š) and the "cre- Please note Your telephone will ring during this time scendo"...

  • Page 45: Using The Resource Directory

    Handset settings Activating/deactivating the alert Viewing pictures/playing back tone sounds á ¢ ¢ In place of the ringer, you can activate an Screensavers / Caller alert tone. When you get a call, you will hear Pictures / Sounds (select entry) a short tone ("Beep") instead of the ringer.

  • Page 46: Activating/Deactivating Advisory Tones

    Handset settings Activating/deactivating Setting long-distance and advisory tones area codes Your handset uses advisory tones to tell you To transfer phone numbers (e.g., in vCards), about different activities and statuses. The it is essential that your area code (interna- following advisory tones can be activated/ tional and local area code) is saved on the deactivated independently of each other: phone.

  • Page 47: Restoring The Handset Default Settings

    Handset settings Restoring the handset default settings You can reset individual settings and changes that you have made. The following settings are not affected by the reset Registration of the handset to the base station Date and time Calendar entries Entries in the directory, Quick list, and Call lists as well as the content of the Resource Directory...

  • Page 48: Questions And Answers

    Questions and answers Questions and answers Please register handset " " flashes in the dis- play. Handset has not yet been registered to the base If you have any questions about using your ¥ ¢ station or has been de-registered. phone, visit us at Register the handset ( page 10).

  • Page 49: Protecting Our Environment

    Protecting our environment Protecting our Ecological energy consumption ¢ The use of ECO DECT ( page 34) saves environment energy and actively contributes to environ- mental protection. Our environmental mission Disposal statement Batteries should not be disposed of in gen- At Gigaset Communications GmbH, we take eral household waste.

  • Page 50: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Specifications Recommended batteries Caring for your telephone Technology: Lithium ion (Li-ion) Wipe the charger and handset with a damp Voltage: 3.7 V cloth (do not use solvent or a microfiber Capacity: 750 - 830 mAh cloth) or an antistatic cloth. Type: V30145-K1310-X444 Never use a dry cloth as this can cause static.

  • Page 51: Writing And Editing Text

    Additional functions in the PC interface Writing and editing text Setting uppercase/lowercase or digits Press the Pound key # briefly to switch The following rules apply when writing text: from "Abc" mode to "123" and from "123" to Control the cursor with u v t "abc"...
  • Page 52 Additional functions in the PC interface To install the USB Driver: Updating the firmware ¤ Insert the supplied CD into the CD-ROM Connect your telephone and PC using ¢ drive. If the program doesn’t load the USB data cable ( page 15) sup- automatically, start the plied.

  • Page 53: Industry Canada Certification

    FCC / ACTA Information Industry Canada Certification FCC / ACTA Information Operation is subject to the following two condi- Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit tions (1) this device may not cause interference, not expressly approved by Gigaset Communica- and (2) this device must accept any interference, tions USA LLC could void the FCC authority to including interference that may cause undesired...
  • Page 54 FCC / ACTA Information The telephone company may make changes in its 1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. facilities, equipment, operations or procedures 2. Increase the separation between the base sta- that could affect the operation of the equipment. tion and receiver.

  • Page 55: Safety Precautions

    FCC / ACTA Information Safety precautions d.) If the product does not operate normally by fol- lowing the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating Before using your telephone equipment, basic instructions because improper adjustment of safety instructions should always be followed to other controls may result in damage and may reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to...

  • Page 56: End-User Limited Warranty

    Service (Customer Care) Service (Customer Care) Customer Care Warranty for Cordless Products To obtain Customer Care Warranty service, product operation information, or for problem resolution, call: 1-866 247-8758 Toll Free: End-user limited warranty 3. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER AND IS VOID WITH RESPECT This product is covered by a one year limited war- TO THE FOLLOWING: ranty.
  • Page 57 Service (Customer Care) 5. LIMITATION OF WARRANTY – Signal reception problems (unless caused by defect in material or workmanship in the Prod- Gigaset NAM makes no warranty or representa- uct). tion that the software in the Products will meet – Products operated outside published maxi- your requirements or will work in combination mum ratings.
  • Page 58 TO THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROD- Manufactured by Gigaset Communications GmbH UCT, THE PROVISION OF OR FAILURE TO PROVIDE under trademark license of Siemens AG. SUPPORT SERVICES, OR OTHERWISE UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY PROVISION OF THIS LIM- ©...
  • Page 59 Accessories Accessories Ordering Gigaset products You can order Gigaset products from your specialist retailer. Use only original accessories. This prevents possible health risks and property dam- age and also ensures compliance with all relevant regulations.

  • Page 60: Index

    Index Index Birthday, see Anniversary Bluetooth ..... accepting a call ......activating .
  • Page 61 Index Environment ............Error tone Deactivating .
  • Page 62 Index Incorrect input (correction) ... . Menu ........Industry Canada Certification end tone .
  • Page 63 Index ........Range Viewing the network mailbox report .

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