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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
C590 - C595
C 5 9 0 - C 5 9 5
GIGASET. INSPIRING CONVERSATION.

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  • Page 1 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.

  • Page 2: The Handset At A Glance

    2 Battery charge status page 16) ¢ 3 Display keys ( page 20) Gigaset service contact numbers: For personal advice on our range of products and for repairs or guarantee/warranty claims call: Service Centre UK: 08453 6708 12 (local call cost charge)

  • Page 3: Display Symbols

    Display symbols Display symbols The following symbols are displayed dependent on the settings and the operating status of your telephone: ¢ Signal strength i( page 54) ¢ or Eco Mode+ ¼ icon ( page 54) Answering machine activated (C595 only) ¢...

  • Page 4: The Base At A Glance

    (paging) page 56 and operate the inte- 5 Skip to next message (press once) or next mes- grated answering machine (Gigaset C595 sage but one (press twice). only). 6 Skip back five seconds (press briefly once), to skip back to the beginning of the message...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety precautions ..........7 Gigaset C590/C595 – more than just a telephone ....8 First steps .
  • Page 6 Answering machine list (Gigaset C595 only) ........
  • Page 7 Changing the Gigaset C595 base ringtones ........

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Do not use your phone in environments with a potential explosion hazard (e.g. paint shops). ƒ If you give your Gigaset to someone else, make sure you also give them the user guide. Please remove faulty bases from use or have them repaired by our Service depart- ment, as they could interfere with other wireless services.

  • Page 9: Gigaset C590/C595 - More Than Just A Telephone

    ). Menu options that are only available in expert mode are marked with the icon. Gigaset Green Home – be environmentally aware when using your phone. For more information, see www.gigaset.com/customercare. You can find additional information about your telephone at www.gigaset.com/ gigasetc590.

  • Page 10: First Steps

    First steps First steps Checking the pack contents one Gigaset C590/C595 base one mains adapter one Gigaset C59H handset one phone cord two batteries one battery cover one belt clip one user guide If you have purchased a model with multiple hand-...

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Base And Charging Cradle (If Included)

    Please note: 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 vapours. Connecting the base ¤ First connect the mains adapter 1.

  • Page 12: Connecting The Charging Cradle (If Included)

    First steps Connecting the charging cradle (if included) ¤ Connect the flat plug from the mains adapter 1. ¤ Plug the mains adapter into the plug socket 2. If you need to disconnect the plug from the charging cradle, press the release button and disconnect the plug 2.

  • Page 13: Setting Up The Handset For Use

    Warning ¢ Only use the rechargeable batteries ( page 73) recommended by Gigaset Communications GmbH, i.e. never use conventional (non-rechargeable) batter- ies, as this could result in significant health risks and personal injury. For exam- ple, the outer casing of the batteries could be damaged or the batteries could explode.
  • Page 14 First steps Attaching the belt clip The handset has notches on each side to attach the belt clip. ¤ To attach – press the belt clip onto the back of the handset so that the protrusions on the belt clip engage with the notches. ¤...
  • Page 15 First steps Initial charging and discharging of the batteries The correct charge level can only be displayed if the batteries are first fully charged and discharged. ¤ Place the handset in the base/charging cradle for 10 hours. ¤ Then remove the handset from the base/charging cra- dle and do not replace it 10 h...

  • Page 16: Setting The Date And Time

    First steps 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 can be used. ¤ §Time§ Press the key below on the screen display to open the input field.

  • Page 17: Battery Charge Status

    First steps ¤ Back Save §Save§ Press the key below on the dis- play screen to confirm your entry. Date/Time ‰ The display shows Saved. You will hear a Saved confirmation tone and the handset will automatically return to idle status. Display in idle status Once the phone is registered and the time set, the idle display is shown as in this Ã...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Headset

    First steps Connecting the headset You can connect a headset with a 2.5 mm jack connector. See the relevant product page at at www.gigaset.com for information on recommended headsets.

  • Page 19: What Would You Like To Do Next

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

  • Page 20: Using The Phone

    Using the phone Using the phone Control key Below, the side of the control key that you must press in the respective operating situation is marked in black (top, bottom, right, left, centre), e.g. v for "press right on the control key"...

  • Page 21: Display Keys

    Using the phone Display keys The functions of the display keys change depending on the particular operating sit- uation. Example: Current display key functions. Back Save Display keys Some important display keys: Open a context-dependent menu. Options Confirm selection. Û Delete key: delete one character/word at a time from right to left.

  • Page 22: Menu Guidance

    Using the phone Menu guidance Your telephone's functions are accessed using a menu that has a number of levels. • The menu display can be extended (Expert mode ) or reduced (Standard mode). Expert mode is activated by default. • Settings or functions that are only available in expert mode are marked in these instructions with the icon.

  • Page 23: Activating/Deactivating The Handset

    (confirmation tone) to switch off the handset. Press and hold the end call key again to switch the handset on. Please note When the handset is switched on, an animation of the Gigaset logo will be dis- played for several seconds. Activating/deactivating the keypad lock The keypad lock prevents any inadvertent use of the phone.

  • Page 24: Illustration Of Operating Steps In The User Guide

    Using the phone Illustration of operating steps in the user guide The operating steps are shown in abbreviated form. Example: The illustration: Ï ¢ ¢ ¢ Eco Mode Eco Mode+ (³ = on) means: ¤ Press right on the control key v to open the main menu.
  • Page 25 Using the phone Eco Mode ¤ Press down on the control key s ³ Eco Mode ´ Eco Mode+ until the menu appears Eco Mode+ on the display. Back Change ¤ §Change§ Press the display key activate/deactivate the function. Telephony Changes are effective immediately ³...

  • Page 26: Menu Overview

    Menu overview Menu overview Setting standard or expert mode • • The menu display can be extended (Expert mode ) or reduced (Standard mode). Menu options that are only available in expert mode are marked with the icon. The settings are carried out as follows: Ï...
  • Page 27 Menu overview Ì Voice Mail ¢ Play Messages Network Mailbox page 53 ¢ Answering Machine * page 47 ¢ Activation * page 47 ¢ Announcements * Rec. Announcement * page 47 ¢ Play Announcement * page 47 ¢ Del. Announcement * page 47 •...
  • Page 28 Menu overview Ï Settings ¢ Date/Time page 15 ¢ Audio Settings Handset Volume page 62 • ¢ Advisory Tones page 64 ¢ Ringtones(Handset) page 63 ¢ Ringtones (Base) • page 65 ¢ Music on hold page 65 ¢ Display Screensaver page 61 ¢...

  • Page 29: Making Calls

    ¤ Pressing the talk key c. Making an external call ¤ Pressing the speaker key d. ¤ Gigaset C590: Press the display key External calls are calls using the public tele- §Accept§ phone network. ¤ Ô Gigaset C595: Press the display key...

  • Page 30: Speaker Mode

    Switching between earpiece and speaker mode Press the speaker key. During a call and when listening to the answering machine (Gigaset C595 only), 1234567890 activate or deactivate speaker mode. If you wish to place the handset in the base/ charging cradle during a call: ¤...

  • Page 31: Making Calls Using Network Services

    Making calls using network services Making calls using Call waiting during an external call network services If the function is activated during an exter- Network services are functions that your nal call you will hear a call waiting tone to network provider makes available to you.

  • Page 32: Call Divert (Cd)

    Making calls using network services Call divert (CD) The phone number is dialled. You are connected to the second participant. When diverting a call, the call is forwarded to If the caller does not answer, select the dis- another connection. §End§...

  • Page 33: Using The Directory And Lists

    List of missed appointments page 74.) Answering machine list Phone (Home): / Phone (Office): / (Gigaset C595 only) Phone (Mobile): You can create a personalised directory for Enter a number in at least one of the your own individual handset. You can also fields.
  • Page 34 Using the directory and lists Order of directory entries Managing directory entries Directory entries are generally sorted alpha- Viewing entries ¢ s (Select entry). betically by surname. Spaces and digits take first priority. If only the first name was §View§ entered in the directory, this is incorporated Press the display key.
  • Page 35 ¢ Complete the entry page 32. available in the directory ( page 32). Gigaset C595: Message playback is inter- rupted during the number transfer from the Using shortcut keys ¤ answering machine list. Press and hold the required shortcut key ¢...

  • Page 36: Redial List

    Using the directory and lists Anniversary (time) Anniversaries that are indicated during a call Enter the hour/minute for the reminder and that are elapsed are entered in the ¢ call in 4-digit format. Missed Alarms list ( page 37). Anniversary (tone) Redial list Select the type of signal for the reminder.

  • Page 37: Answering Machine List (Gigaset C595 Only)

    You can use the answering machine list to listen to the messages that are on the – Calls recorded by the answering answering machine. machine (Ã, Gigaset C595 only) Press the talk key c to return the calls Call lists selected.

  • Page 38: List Of Missed Appointments

    Icon New message... Ã a phone call..in the answering machine list The handset is deactivated at the time of (Gigaset C595 only) or on the network the anniversary. mailbox ™ Open the list by pressing the messages ¢...

  • Page 39: Making Cost-Effective Calls

    Making cost-effective calls • Making cost-effective Saving preselection numbers Ï ¢ ¢ ¢ Telephony Preselection ¢ calls Preselection No. Enter or change the preselec- Make phone calls through a network pro- tion number (call-by-call vider who offers particularly low-cost call number).

  • Page 40: Sms (Text Messages)

    SMS (text messages) SMS (text messages) Please note For instructions on how to enter text and special characters, please see Your device is delivered ready to send SMS page 74. messages. An SMS can be up to 612 characters. If Preconditions: there are more than 160 characters, the SMS is sent as a linked SMS (up to...

  • Page 41: Receiving An Sms

    SMS (text messages) Draft SMS list You have the following options: Copy You can save an SMS in the draft SMS list, and Send stored SMS. edit and send it later. Edit Saving an SMS in the draft SMS list Edit the text of the saved SMS and then ¢...

  • Page 42: Incoming

    New SMS messages are signalled on all Or delete the SMS with ¢ ¢ Ë Gigaset C59H handsets by the icon in the §Options§ §OK§ Delete Entry display, the flashing message key f and an After you have read a new SMS, it is given the advisory tone.

  • Page 43: Sms With Vcard

    SMS (text messages) Copying the number to the SMS with vCard directory The vCard is an electronic business card. It is displayed by the Å symbol in the body of Copying the sender's number ¤ the SMS. Open the incoming message list and ¢...

  • Page 44: Notification By Sms

    SMS mailboxes You can be notified about missed calls or The general mailbox is the default setting. new answering machine messages (Gigaset Anyone can access this mailbox and it can- C595 only) via SMS. not be protected by a PIN. You can addition-...

  • Page 45: Setting Sms Centres

    SMS (text messages) §Save§ Press the display key. Setting SMS centres Active mailboxes are marked with μ in the SMS messages are exchanged between SMS mailbox list. They are shown in the SMS list centres operated by service providers. You and can, if necessary, be displayed by press- ing the message key f.

  • Page 46: Sms On A Pabx

    Activating/deactivating SMS (CLIP). The CLIP evaluation of the SMS centre number is completed in your function Gigaset. Depending on your PABX, you may have If you deactivate the SMS function, you can- to add the access code (external line pre- not send or receive any SMS messages with fix) before the number of the SMS centre.

  • Page 47: Sms Troubleshooting

    SMS (text messages) SMS troubleshooting The SMS is played back. 1. The "display call number" feature is not acti- ¥ Error codes when sending vated. Ask your service provider to activate this function (chargeable). E0 Calling Line Identification permanently with- held (CLIR) or Calling Line Identification not 2.

  • Page 48: Operating The Answering Machine Of The Gigaset C595 Base

    Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset C595 base ¤ Operating the answering Change multiple line input: Activation: machine of the Select On or Off to activate/deactivate the answering machine. • Gigaset C595 base Mode: Answer & record, Answer only or The answering machine is operated via the ¢...
  • Page 49 Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset C595 base ¤ • Now speak your announcement (at least Deleting announcements/ 3 seconds). advisory messages §End§ ¢ ¢ Press the display key to end the Ì Announcements ¢ recording. Cancel recording with a or Del.

  • Page 50: Deleting Messages

    Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset C595 base If there are new messages, playback then Mark as New §OK§ begins with the first new message. After the Select and press last new message you will hear the end tone...

  • Page 51: Activating/Deactivating Call Screening

    Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset C595 base • Diverting an external call to the Activating/deactivating answering machine call screening You can divert an incoming external call to While a message is recording, you can screen the answering machine even if it is deacti- calls via the loudspeaker of the base and reg- vated.

  • Page 52: Resetting Fast Access For The Answering Machine Using Key 1

    Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset C595 base Information about call acceptance Operating when on the move In Automatic mode, the following applies (remote operation) for ring delay: If there are no new messages, the answer- You can check and activate your answering...
  • Page 53 Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset C595 base Activating the answering machine ¤ Phone home and let the phone ring until you hear: "Please enter PIN". Enter system PIN. Your answering machine is activated. It tells you how much memory time is left.

  • Page 54: Using The Network Mailbox

    If you accept the call, the new messages are played back. If you do not accept the call, the Gigaset C590: Fast access is preset for the network mailbox number will be saved in network mailbox. You only need to enter the the missed call list and the message key ¢...

  • Page 55: Eco Dect

    ECO DECT ECO DECT Status displays Display icon You are helping to protect the environment with your Gigaset CS590/CS595. Signal strength: Ð i Ñ Ò – good to poor Reduced energy consumption (flashes) – no signal Ð By using an energy-saving power supply,...

  • Page 56: Setting The Alarm Clock

    You can register up to six handsets to your clock and setting the wake-up time base. É ¢ ¢ A Gigaset C59H handset can be registered Alarm Clock ¤ on up to four bases. Change multiple line input: Activation: Manual registration of the Select On or Off.

  • Page 57: De-Registering Handsets

    Using several handsets Registering other handsets Changing the base You can register other Gigaset handsets and If your handset is registered to more than handsets for other devices with GAP func- one base, you can set it to a particular base tionality as follows.
  • Page 58 Using several handsets Transferring a call to another either: handset §End§ Press the display key. You are reconnected with the You can transfer an external call to another external participant. handset (connect). Open the list of handsets. §Conference§ Press the display key. The external participant hears All 3 participants are connected hold music if activated...

  • Page 59: Listening In To An External Call

    Using several handsets Listening in to an external call Changing the name of a handset Precondition: The Listening In function must be activated. The names "INT 1", "INT 2" etc. are assigned You are conducting an external call. An inter- automatically on registration.

  • Page 60: Using A Handset As A Room Monitor

    Using a handset as a room monitor Using a handset as a Warning! You should always check the opera- room monitor tion of the room monitor before use. For example, test its sensitivity. Check the connection if you are If the room monitor is activated, a previously diverting the room monitor to an saved destination number is called as soon external number.

  • Page 61: Handset Settings

    Handset settings When the room monitor function is acti- Handset settings vated, the idle display looks as shown below: Ã Your handset is preconfigured, but you can change the settings to suit your individual 07:15 Á requirements. INT 1 22 Oct Quick access to numbers and functions Room Monitor...

  • Page 62: Changing The Display Language

    Handset settings Dialling a number/changing Changing the display assignment language Precondition: The digit key already has a You can view the display texts in different number assigned to it. languages. Ï When the handset is in idle status ¢ ¢ ¤...

  • Page 63: Activating/Deactivating Auto Answer

    Handset settings • §Save§ Press the display key. Activating/deactivating When the screensaver conceals the display, briefly press a to show the idle display. auto answer If you activate this function, when you Setting large font receive a call you can simply lift the handset You can increase the font size of print and out of the base/charging cradle without hav- ing to press the talk key c.

  • Page 64: Changing Ringtones

    Handset settings Changing ringtones Activating/deactivating the ringtone Volume: You can deactivate the ringtone on your You can choose between five volumes (1– 5; e.g. volume 3 = Š) and the "cre- handset before you answer a call or when the handset is in idle status; the ringtone can scendo"...

  • Page 65: Activating/Deactivating Advisory Tones

    Handset settings • • Activating/deactivating Setting your own area advisory tones code Your handset uses advisory tones to tell you In order to transfer phone numbers (e.g. in about different activities and statuses. The vCards), it is essential that your area code following advisory tones can be activated/ (international and local area code) is saved deactivated independently of each other:...

  • Page 66: Base Settings

    • Base settings Activating/deactivating music on hold Ï The base settings are carried out using a reg- ¢ ¢ istered Gigaset C59H handset. Audio Settings ¢ Music on hold Changing the Gigaset C595 §Change§ Press to activate or deactivate the music on hold (³...

  • Page 67: Protecting Against Unauthorised Access

    Enter the system PIN and the base (default setting: 0000) to a 4-digit §OK§ press PIN known only by you. §Yes§ Press the display key. Gigaset C595: Setting a system PIN facilitates remote operation of the answering machine ¢ page 51. Ï ¢ ¢...

  • Page 68: Connecting The Base To The Pabx

    Connecting the base to the PABX • Connecting the base to Saving an access code (outside line code) the PABX Precondition: You may have to enter an The following settings are only necessary if access code for external calls in your PABX, your PABX requires them;...

  • Page 69: Setting Pauses

    Connecting the base to the PABX Setting pauses Temporarily switching to tone dialling (DTMF) Changing the pause after line If your PABX still operates with dial pulsing seizure (DP), but you need tone dialling for a con- You can change the length of the pause that nection (e.g.

  • Page 70: Customer Service & Assistance

    UK: 0845 367 0812 (local call cost charge) Please note that if the Gigaset product is not sold by authorized dealers in the national territory the product may not be fully compatible with the national telephone network. It is clearly men- tioned on the box near to the CE mark as well as on the bottom of the base station for which country/countries the equipment has been developed for.

  • Page 71: Questions And Answers

    66). your phone, you can contact us 24/7 at Forgotten the system PIN. ¥ ¢ www.gigaset.com/customercare. Reset the system PIN to 0000 ( page 66). The table below contains a list of common The other party cannot hear you.

  • Page 72: Authorisation

    Change the system PIN ( page 66). manufacturing and/or material faults The answering machine is not recording any within 24 months of purchase, Gigaset messages/has switched to announce only. Communications shall, at its own option ¥ Its memory is full.

  • Page 73: Environment

    This Guarantee shall apply to new devices Environment purchased in the European Union. For Products sold in the United Kingdom the Guarantee is issued by: Gigaset Commu- Our environmental mission nications UK Limited, Faraday House, Sir statement William Siemens Square, Frimley, Cam- berley, Surrey, GU16 8QD.

  • Page 74: Appendix

    Appendix Ecological energy consumption Appendix ¢ The use of ECO DECT ( page 54) saves energy and makes an active contribution Care towards protecting the environment. ¤ Wipe the base station, charging cradle Disposal and handset with a damp cloth (do not use solvent) or an antistatic cloth.

  • Page 75: Writing And Editing Text

    DP (dial pulsing) Due to the constant progression in battery Pin connections on the telephone development, the list of recommended bat- teries in the FAQ section of the Gigaset Cus- 1 unused tomer Care pages is regularly updated: 2 unused www.gigaset.com/customercare...
  • Page 76 Appendix Press the star key * to display the table of special characters. Select the required character and press the display §Insert§ to insert the character at the cursor position. Press and hold Q to O to insert dig- its. Ñ...
  • Page 77 Accessories Accessories Gigaset handsets Upgrade your Gigaset to a cordless PABX: Gigaset C59H handset Illuminated graphic colour display (65k colours) Illuminated keypad Speaker mode Polyphonic ringtones Directory for around 150 entries SMS (precondition: CLIP must be enabled) Room monitor www.gigaset.com/gigasetc59h...
  • Page 78 Room monitor Walky-talky function www.gigaset.com/gigasetSL37H Gigaset repeater The Gigaset repeater can be used to increase the reception range of your Gigaset handset to the base. www.gigaset.com/gigasetrepeater All accessories and batteries are available from your phone retailer. Only use original accessories. This will avoid possible health risks and personal...

  • Page 79: Mounting The Base On The Wall

    Mounting the base on the wall Mounting the base on the wall C595: 64 mm C590: 43 mm approx. 2.5 mm Mounting the charging cradle on the wall 21 mm approx. 2.5...

  • Page 80: Index

    Index Index Area code ....setting own area code ....Assigning a number key Authorisation .
  • Page 81 Index ......Call waiting listening in ....
  • Page 82 Index ....earpiece volume ......idle status .
  • Page 83 Index ......Manual redial ..... . Medical appliances .
  • Page 84 Index ......Ring delay ......Ringback .
  • Page 85 Index ......Speaker mode ..... . Special functions .

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