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C530 User guide online on your smartphone or tablet: Download the Gigaset Help app from Detailed information on the telephone system: User guide of your Gigaset telephone www.gigaset.com/manuals Documentation relating to your base/router...
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You can use your handset with several different DECT bases. On a Gigaset base Connect your HX handset to a Gigaset base and use the many features with the quality you would expect from Gigaset. If your Gigaset base is IP-compatible, you can also make broadband calls using your HX handset with the highest voice quality (HDSP).
Overview Overview 4 Message key Access to the call 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 Return to idle status Press and hold Switch the handset on/off Press...
Contents Additional information Regarding the telephone system, if the handset is connected to a Gigaset base: User guide for your Gigaset telephone Regarding the telephone system, if the handset is connected to another base/router: Documentation regarding your base/your router You can obtain all Gigaset user guides in PDF format: www.gigaset.com/manuals...
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Illustration in the user guide Illustration in the user guide Warnings, which, if not heeded, can result in injury to persons or damage to devices. Important information regarding function and appropriate handling or functions that could generate costs. Prerequisite for being able to carry out the following action. Additional helpful information.
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 frequency energy (for the specifications of your Gigaset product see "Specifications").
Getting started Getting started Contents of the package • One handset • One charging cradle including power adapter • One battery cover • Two batteries • One belt clip • One user guide The charging cradle is designed for use in enclosed, dry rooms within a temperature range of +5 °C to +45 °C.
Getting started Setting up the handset for use The display is protected by a plastic film. Please remove the protective film! Inserting the batteries Only use rechargeable batteries, 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.
OK . . . an available base is sought . . . if required: enter system PIN (default setting on Gigaset bases: 0000) Once registration is complete, the handset returns to idle status. The internal number of the handset appears in the display, e. g. INT 1. If not, repeat the procedure.
Connect the headset with 2.5 mm jack to the left side of the handset For information on recommended headsets, refer to the relevant product page on www.gigaset.com. The headset volume corresponds with the setting for the receiver volume. Availability and operation of the functions...
"press the centre of the control key". In idle status Open the directory Press briefly Open the list of available online directories (Gigaset GO-Box 100) or Press and hold central directory of the base (e.g. CAT-iq base) Open the main menu...
Getting to know your telephone During a conversation Open the directory Open the list of available online directories (Gigaset GO-Box 100) or Press and hold central directory of the base (e.g. CAT-iq base) Initiate an internal consultation call Adjust the loudspeaker volume for receiver and handsfree mode Display keys The display keys perform a range of functions depending on the operating situation.
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Getting to know your telephone Main menu In idle status: Press the centre of the control key . . . use Example the control key to select a submenu Settings The main menu functions are shown in the display as icons. The icon for the selected function is highlighted in colour and the name of the associated function appears in the display header.
Getting to know your telephone Entering text Input position ¤ to select an entry field. A field is activated when the New Entry cursor is blinking inside it. ¤ to move the position of the cursor. First Name: Peter Correcting incorrect entries Surname: •...
Dialling from a public/central directory Depending on the base to which the handset is connected to, you can dial from a public directory, the Gigaset.net directory (e.g. Gigaset GO-Box 100) or a central directory on a CAT-iq base. ¤...
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Making calls Dialling from the redial list The redial list contains the 20 numbers last dialled with the handset. ¤ Briefly press the Talk key . . . the redial list opens . . . use to select an entry press the Talk key If a name is displayed: ¤...
Making calls Incoming calls An incoming call is indicated by ringing, by a display on the screen and by the flashing Talk key . Accepting a call: • Press the Talk key • If Auto Answer is activated: Remove the handset from the charging cradle •...
Local answer machine Local answer machine (only on Gigaset bases with local answer machine) Switching the answer machine on/off: ¤ . . . use to select Answer Machine Activation . . . use to select an answer machine (if there are several) Change .
The local directory is unique to the handset. However, it is possible to send entries to other handsets ( p. 22). Information about online directories (e.g. on a Gigaset GO-Box 100) or central directories on CAT-iq bases user guide of the base.
Local handset directory Searching for/selecting a directory entry ¤ . . . use to browse searched names ¤ . . . use to enter initial letters (max. 8 letters) . . . the display jumps to the first name starting with these initial letters .
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Local handset directory Copying number to the directory Copy numbers to the directory: • From a list e.g. the call list or the redial list • When dialling a number The number is displayed or highlighted. ¤ Press the display key or Options Copy to Directory OK .
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Local handset directory Copying individual entries ¤ . . . use to select the desired entry Options Copy Entry Internal . . . use to select the receiving handset OK . . . the entry is copied Copy the next entry after successful transfer: Press Yes or No Copying the entire directory ¤...
Network mailbox: The network mailbox number is dialled. Back The message list contains an entry for every answer machine assigned to the handset, e.g. for the local answer machine on a Gigaset base / CAT-iq router or for a network mailbox. Availability and operation of the functions...
Call lists Call lists The telephone saves different types of calls (missed, accepted and outgoing calls) in lists. List entry The following information is displayed in the list entries: Example • The list type (in the header) All calls • Icon for the type of entry: Frank Missed calls,...
Additional information Regarding the telephone system, if the handset is connected to a Gigaset base: User guide for your Gigaset telephone Regarding the telephone system, if the handset is connected to another base/router:...
Calendar Calendar You can remind yourself of up to 30 appointments. July 2016 In the calendar, the current day is outlined in white; on days with appointments, the numbers are displayed in colour. When a day Mo Tue We Th Fri Sat Su is selected, it will be outlined in colour.
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Calendar Notification of appointments/anniversaries Anniversaries are transferred from the directory and displayed as an appointment. An appointment/anniversary is displayed in idle status and the selected ringtone plays for 60 seconds as a notification. • Acknowledge and stop the reminder: Press the display key OFF During a call, a reminder is indicated on the handset once with an advisory tone on the handset.
Alarm clock Alarm clock Date and time have been set. Activating/deactivating the alarm clock and setting the wake-up time ¤ . . . use to select Additional Features Alarm Clock OK . . . then ¤ Switch on/off: Activation: . . . use to select On or Off Setting the wake-up time: ¤...
Baby monitor Baby monitor When the baby monitor is switched on, the stored (internal or external) destination number is called as soon as a defined noise level is exceeded in the vicinity of the handset. The alarm to an external number is cancelled after approximately 90 seconds. You can answer the alarm using the Two Way Talk function.
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Baby monitor Deactivate baby monitor/cancel alarm ¤ Deactivate the baby monitor: In idle status press the display key OFF ¤ Cancel the alarm: Press the End call key during an alarm Deactivate the baby monitor remotely The alarm is forwarded to an external destination number. The receiving phone supports tone dialling.
Audio Settings Ringtones (Handset) Anon. Calls Silent Edit ( = on) . . . the call is only signalled on the display For all handsets (only on some Gigaset bases) ¤ . . . use to select Settings Telephony Anonymous...
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Protection against unwanted calls Black list (only on some Gigaset bases) When the black list function is activated, calls from black list numbers are not indicated or are only indicated in the display. These settings apply to all registered handsets.
. . . the display changes to idle status Display of info services as screensaver (only on a Gigaset GO-Box 100 or other Gigaset-IP base) Info Services are activated via the web configurator. The telephone is connected to the Internet.
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Switching the information ticker on/off (only on a Gigaset GO-Box 100 or other Gigaset-IP base) The text information from the Internet that is set for the screensaver Info Services can be displayed as a scrolling message in idle status.
Handset Display backlight The display backlight always illuminates when the handset is taken out of the base station/ charging cradle or when a key is pressed. Any digit keys that are pressed appear on the display for pre-dialling. Switch the display backlight on/off when in idle status: ¤...
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Handset Changing the earpiece and handsfree volume You can set the volume of the earpiece and speaker at 5 levels independently of each other. During a conversation ¤ Handset Volume . . . use to select volume Save . . . the setting is saved Without saving, the setting is automatically saved after around 3 seconds.
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Handset Ringtone melody Set different ringtones for internal and external calls for every available receive connection of the telephone (Landline, IP1) or set the same ringtone for All calls. ¤ . . . use to select Settings Audio Settings Ringtones (Handset) Melodies .
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Handset Fast access to numbers and functions Number keys: It is possible to assign a number from the directory to the keys Display keys: The left and right display keys have a function preset by default, but the keys can be re-assigned.
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Handset Assigning display keys, changing assignments ¤ Press and hold the left or right display key in idle status . . . the list of possible key assignments is opened . . . use to select function OK . . . possible options: Baby Monitor Set and activate/deactivate baby monitor Alarm Clock...
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Handset Changing the name of a connection (line) (only on a CAT-iq router) ¤ . . . use to select Settings Telephony Connections OK . . . all available connections (lines) are displayed . . . use to select connection Connection Name .
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Handset Handset update (only on a CAT-iq router) ¤ . . . use to select Settings System Handset Update Update OK . . . updating of the handset firmware is carried out Resetting the handset to the default settings Reset any individual settings and changes that you have made. ¤...
System System The following settings can be set via the menu on a registered handset or using the web configurator of the telephone/router. Refer to the relevant documentation for which settings can be configured on your base/router. Setting the date and time manually (depending on the base) To ensure you have the correct time for incoming calls and to use the alarm clock and calendar, for example, the date and time must be set.
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= on) Setting the IP address of the base station in LAN (only on a Gigaset GO-Box 100 or other Gigaset-IP base) Your base station is connected to a router or a PC. An IP address is required in order for the LAN to "recognise" your phone. The IP address can be assigned to the phone automatically (by the router) or manually.
Press the Paging key on the base station Updating the phone firmware (only on a Gigaset GO-Box 100 or other Gigaset-IP base) The firmware update is downloaded directly from the Internet by default. The relevant web page is preconfigured in your phone.
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You can deactivate the automatic version check via the Web configurator. Checking the base station's MAC address (only on a Gigaset base) Depending on the network configuration, you may require the MAC address of the base station, e.g. in order to enter it in the router's access control list.
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. . . use to enter new system PIN Save Resetting system PIN (only on a Gigaset base) Resetting the base station to the original PIN 0000: ¤ Unplug the network cable from the base station Press and hold the Registration/Paging...
Appendix Customer Service & Assistance Do you have any questions? As a Gigaset customer, you can find help quickly in this User Manual and in the service section of our Gigaset online portal www.gigaset.com/service. Please register your phone online right after purchase.
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Switzerland) is subject to national approval. Country-specific requirements have been taken into consideration. We, Gigaset Communications GmbH, declare that this device meets the essential requirements and other rel- evant regulations laid down in Directive 1999/5/EC. The EC declaration of your country according to 1999/5/EC can be found at: www.gigaset.com/docs.
Customer Service & Assistance Environment Environmental management system Gigaset Communications GmbH is certified pursuant to the international standards ISO 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 Management Service GmbH.
1.2 V Capacity: 750 mAh Handset operating times/charging times The operating time of your Gigaset depends on the capacity of the battery, its age and the way it is used. (All times are maximum possible times.) Standby time (hours) 320/200 * Talktime (hours) Operating time with 1.5 hours of calls per day (hours)
Display icons Display icons The following icons are displayed depending on the settings and the operating status of your telephone. Icons in the status bar Icon Meaning Icon Meaning Signal strength (No Radiation off ) "Beep" ringtone activated 1% -100% Keypad lock activated white, if Maximum Range on;...
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Display icons Other display icons Icon Meaning Icon Meaning Alarm clock is activated, display with Information alarm time (Security) prompt Action complete (green) Please wait ... Action failed (red)
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