The handset at a glance The handset at a glance 1 Display in idle status 2 Charge status of the batteries (page 2) 3 Display keys 4 Control key t Access to base station’s Calls list. s Access to base station’s directory. 5 Line keys Answer an incoming call for Line 1/Line 2.
The handset at a glance Overview of handset’s display icons Ä Ó Reception indicator Calls list icon Handset is linked with the base station. Entries stored in the base station‘s Calls list. Flashes: the handset is out of range or not Flashes: New missed calls in the Calls list registered î...
Safety precautions Safety precautions Only use the power supply unit supplied as indicated on the bottom of the device. Only insert approved rechargeable batteries of the same type. Never use ordinary (non-rechargeable) batteries, as they may pose a health hazard or cause injury.
Notes on the operating instructions Notes on the operating What you need to do is explained in the box. ¢ ¢ instructions §Menu§ Settings Handset ¢ ¢ Language English / Español / This section explains the meaning of certain Français ¤...
Gigaset C28H – Setting up the handset for First Steps Inserting the batteries Package contents Caution: One Gigaset C28H handset with battery Use only rechargeable Nickel-metal hydride cover (NiMH) UL-approved AAA batteries. Never use a conventional (non-rechargeable) battery or Two batteries...
§Menu§ Settings Registration ¢ A Gigaset C28H handset can be registered Select Base with up to four base stations. Select one of the registered base stations or Best Base and Registering the Gigaset C28H §OK§...
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You must set date and time format at each device separately. Your phone is now ready to use. This user manual describes the functions of your Gigaset C28H handset. For all base sta- tion related functions, please consult the Gigaset C285 user manual.
Making calls Making calls Answering 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. Making an external call The base station indicates an incoming call External calls are calls using the outside tele- in three ways: by ringing, by a display on the screen, and by the flashing line key C or...
Operating the handset Last number redial list Operating the handset The Last Number Redial list contains the ten numbers last dialed with the handset (max. Activating/deactivating the 32 digits). If a number has been dialed sev- handset eral times, only the last try is shown in the list.
Operating the handset When the handset is off the hook or Returning to idle status when the answering machine is playing You can return to idle status from anywhere in the menu as follows: Increase/decrease volume ¤ Press the End Call key a. In the main menu, lists and submenus ¤...
Using several handsets Correcting incorrect entries Changing the name of a handset You can correct incorrect characters in the text by navigating to the incorrect entry The names "INT 1", "INT 2", etc., are assigned using the control key. You can then: automatically during registration.
Handset settings ¢ ¢ §Menu§ Activating/deactivating Settings Audio Settings ¢ ¢ HS Ring Tones Line 1 / Line 2 auto answer §OK§ Select a melody and press This function is active by default, so that Activating/deactivating the ring when you get a call, you can simply lift the tone handset out of the charging cradle or the base station without having to press the Talk...
Questions and answers If you have any questions about the use of your telephone, you can contact us at any time atwww.gigaset.com/service The troubleshooting section (page 14) con- tains a list of common problems and possi- ble solutions.
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 operate the equipment.
FCC / ACTA Information Notice for Direct Inward Dialing until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunction- ("DID") ing. ALLOWING THIS EQUIPMENT TO BE OPERATED IN If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for SUCH A MANNER AS TO NOT PROVIDE FOR repair or warranty information, please contact PROPER ANSWER SUPERVISION IS A VIOLATION...
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FCC / ACTA Information 5. Place this product securely on a stable surface. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak Serious damage and/or injury may result if the in the vicinity of the leak. unit falls. 15.
– Products which have been repaired, main- tained or modified (including the antenna) by This product is covered by a one year limited war- anyone other than Gigaset NAM or a Gigaset ranty. Any repair replacement or warranty service, NAM-approved repair facility, or that have and all questions about this product should be been improperly installed.
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IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES All warranty claims must be made by notifying (IF ANY) CREATED BY ANY DOCUMENTATION OR Gigaset NAM prior to the expiration of the war- PACKAGING EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WAR- ranty period. Gigaset NAM's obligation to provide...
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International Sale of Goods. TIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS If you want to learn more about Gigaset Service or OR CONFIDENTIAL OR OTHER INFORMATION, FOR for Support on your Gigaset phone, visit our web BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, FOR PERSONAL INJURY, site at http://www.gigaset.com or please call...
Menu of the handset Menu of the handset Directory Opens the base station’s directory Answer Machine Only on base stations with answering machine: Opens the base station’s menu for the control of the answering machine Voice Mail Call VM Line 1 Line 2 Settings Line 1...