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  • Page 1 Congratulations By purchasing a Gigaset, you have chosen a brand that is fully committed to sustainability. This product’s packaging is eco-friendly! To learn more, visit www.gigaset.com.

  • Page 3: Brief Overview

    Brief overview Brief overview ¢ 1 Display in idle status 2 Battery charge status ( ¢ page 16) ¢ 3 Display keys ( page 19) 4 Message key ( page 35) 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 4: Display Symbols

    Display symbols Display symbols The following symbols are displayed independently from the settings and the operating status of your telephone: ¢ Signal strength ( page 16) ¢ or ECO Mode symbol ¼ ( page 53) Answering machine switched on (SL785 only) ¢...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety precautions ..........6 Gigaset SL780/SL785 – more than just a telephone ....7 First steps .
  • Page 6 Contents Making cost-effective calls ........36 Linking call-by-call numbers with one number .
  • Page 7 Contents Handset settings ..........63 Quick access to functions and numbers .

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Safety precautions Warning Read the safety precautions and the user guide before use. Explain their content and the potential hazards associated with using the telephone to your children. Only use the mains adapter supplied, as indicated on the underside of the base station.

  • Page 9: Gigaset Sl780/Sl785 - More Than Just A Telephone

    Gigaset SL780/SL785 – more than just a telephone Gigaset SL780/SL785 – more than just a telephone Your telephone sets new standards for the way you communicate at home. The configuration and user interface of the cordless phone are unique, providing you with first-class voice quality in speaker mode, while the various ports (Blue- tooth, USB) offer you high flexibility.

  • Page 10: First Steps

    First steps First steps Check the pack contents one Gigaset SL780/SL785 base one base cover stand one mains adapter for the base one Gigaset SL78H handset one battery one battery cover one belt clip one charging cradle with mains adapter...

  • Page 11: Connecting The Base

    First steps Connecting the base ¤ Connect the mains adapter and phone jack to the base and place the cables in the cable recesses. ¤ Place the cover in the notches on the back of the base and click into place (not if mounting on the wall).

  • Page 12: Installing The Base And Charging Cradle

    First steps Installing the base and charging cradle The base and charging cradle are designed for use in enclosed dry rooms with a temperature range of +5°C to +45°C. ¤ Install the base on a level, non-slip surface in a central location in your house or ¢...

  • Page 13: Setting Up The Handset For Use

    First steps Setting up the handset for use The display and keypad are protected by a plastic film. Please remove the protective film! Inserting the battery and closing the battery cover Warning ¢ Use only the rechargeable batteries ( page 76) recommended by Gigaset Communications GmbH, as this could otherwise result in significant health risks and damage to property.
  • Page 14 First steps If you need to reopen the battery cover to connect the USB data cable or change the battery: ¤ Remove the belt clip (if attached). ¤ Place your fingernail into the notch at the bottom of the casing and pull the battery cover upwards.
  • Page 15 First steps Placing the handset in the charging cradle ¤ Insert the mains adapter of the charging cradle into the mains socket. ¤ Place the handset in the charging cradle with its display facing forward. The handset is registered with the base at the factory. You do not need to complete a registration.

  • 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 and the calendar can be used. ¤ §Time§ Press the key below on the dis- play screen to open the input field.
  • Page 17 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 confirmation tone. Saved Date/Time Date: 14.10.2008 Time: 07:15 ¤ §Back§ Press the key below on the dis- Back Save...

  • Page 18: Battery Charge Status

    First steps Display in idle status i à Once the phone is registered and the time set, the idle display is shown as in this example. If the answering à machine is activated, the answering machine icon INT 1 will be displayed in the header. 07:15 2008 The following is displayed after successful registration:...

  • 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 The control key has a number of different functions. The sides of the control key that you must press for different operating situations,(top, bottom, right, left, centre), are marked with a black triangle as indicated in the diagrams below, e.g. v for "press right on the control key“...

  • Page 21: Display Keys

    Using the phone 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 Some important display keys: Options Open a context-dependent menu. Confirm selection. Û Delete key: Delete character/word by word 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. Main menu (first menu level) ¤ When the handset is in idle status press the right v control key to open the main menu.

  • Page 23: Activating/Deactivating The Handset

    Using the phone Activating/deactivating the handset With the phone in idle status, press and hold the end call key (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 a clock will be displayed for several seconds.

  • 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: ¢ ¢ ¢ Settings Telephony Auto Answer (³ = on) means: ¤ Press right on the control key v to open the main menu.
  • Page 25 Using the phone Telephony ´ The Auto Answer function has already Auto Answer been selected. Area Codes ´ Listening In Preselection Access Code Back Change ¤ §Change§ Press the display key activate/deactivate the function. Telephony Changes are effective immediately ³ and do not have to be confirmed.

  • Page 26: Menu Tree

    Menu tree Menu tree With the telephone in idle status, press v (open main menu): Ç Select Services ò Bluetooth ¢ Activation page 62 ¢ Search for Headset page 62 ¢ Search for DataDevice page 62 ¢ Known Devices page 62 ¢...
  • Page 27 Menu tree Ë You have activated an SMS mailbox (general or private) without a PIN ¢ New SMS page 38 ¢ Incoming page 41 ¢ Draft page 39 You have activated an SMS mailbox with a PIN or 2-3 mailboxes ¢...
  • Page 28 Menu tree Í Organizer ¢ Calendar page 54 ¢ Alarm Clock page 56 ¢ Missed Alarms page 55 Î ¢ Directory page 30 Ï Settings ¢ Date/Time page 14 ¢ Audio Settings Call Volume page 65 ¢ Ringer Settings page 66 ¢...

  • Page 29: Making Calls

    Pressing the talk key c. Making an external call ¤ Pressing the speaker key d. External calls are calls using the public tele- ¤ Gigaset SL780: Press the display key phone network. ~ c Enter the number and press the §Accept§ ¤ Ô...

  • Page 30: Speaker Talking

    ~ d Enter the number and press the in the upper section of the display. speaker key. ØÙÚ ¤ Gigaset SL780 You should inform your caller before you use the speaker function so that they know someone else is listening. Switching between earpiece and...

  • Page 31: Making Calls Using Network Services

    Making calls using network services Making calls using network services Network services are functions that your network provider makes available to you. You have to request these services from your network provider. ¤ It is not possible to reprogram the network services.

  • Page 32: Using The Directory And Lists

    Using the directory and lists Using the directory and Call-by-call list lists The call-by-call list is used to store the access codes for network providers ("Call-by-call numbers"). The options are: ¤ Open the call-by-call list in idle status by Directory pressing the C key.
  • Page 33 Using the directory and lists Caller Picture: Selecting entries in the directory If required, select a picture to be dis- and call-by-call list s / C Open the directory or call-by- played when the caller calls (see Resource directory, page 67). call list.
  • Page 34 Using the directory and lists Editing entries Sending the directory/call-by-call ¢ s / C s (Select entry). list to another handset §View§ §Edit§ Press the display keys one after Preconditions: the other. ¤ The sending and receiving handsets must Carry out changes and save. both be registered to the same base.
  • Page 35 Using the directory and lists Receiving a vCard with Bluetooth Saving an anniversary in the directory If a device from the "Known Devices" list ¢ page 62) sends a vCard to your handset, For each number in the directory, you can this occurs automatically.

  • Page 36: Redial List

    Using the directory and lists Reminder call on an anniversary Managing entries in the redial list In idle status, a reminder call is shown in the ¢ Press the key briefly. display of the handset ( page 2) and sig- Select entry.

  • Page 37: Opening Lists With The Message Key

    Using the directory and lists List entry Opening lists with the message key New messages are displayed at the top. You can use the message key f to open Example of list entries: the following list selection: All Calls Answering machine list (Gigaset SL785 ™...

  • Page 38: Making Cost-Effective Calls

    Making cost-effective calls List selection Linking call-by-call numbers The lists displayed after pressing the mes- sage key f depend on whether there are with one number any new messages. f key does not flash (no new mes- You can insert the dialling code of a network provider ahead of the number ("linking").
  • Page 39 Making cost-effective calls Saving preselection numbers Temporarily cancelling Ï ¢ ¢ ¢ preselection Telephony Preselection ¢ ¢ c (press and hold) §Options§ Preselection Number ¢ ¢ Preselection off (Select Enter or change the preselec- number) tion number (call-by-call number). Permanently deactivating §Save§...

  • 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 phone is supplied ready for sending page 77. SMS messages immediately. An SMS may contain up to 612 charac- Preconditions: ters.
  • Page 41 SMS (text messages) Setting input language Saving an SMS in the draft message list ¤ ¤ ¢ You are writing an SMS. Writing an SMS ( page 38). §Options§ §Options§ Press the display key. Press the display key. §OK§ Select Language Save Select and press §OK§...

  • Page 42: Receiving An Sms

    SMS (text messages) Sending SMS messages to an Receiving an SMS e-mail address All received SMS messages are saved in the If your service provider supports the SMS as incoming message list. Linked SMS mes- e-mail feature, you can also send your SMS sages are displayed as one message.
  • Page 43 SMS (text messages) The number and date of receipt are dis- Replying to or forwarding text played in the entry list. messages ¤ Reading an SMS 0123727859362922 §Options§ Press the display key. 10.10.08 09:07 You have the following options: Reply Opening the incoming message list via Write and send a new SMS in reply to the ¢...

  • Page 44: Sms With Vcard

    SMS (text messages) ¤ SMS with vCard Change multiple line input: The vCard is an electronic business card. It is Enter the number to which the SMS displayed by the Å symbol in the body of should be sent. the SMS. On Missed Call: A vCard can include: Select On if you require SMS notification.

  • Page 45: Setting Sms Centres

    SMS (text messages) Setting up and changing a Changing a mailbox's PIN and ID Ë ¢ ¢ ¢ personal mailbox Settings SMS Mailboxes ¢ s (Select mailbox) Setting up a personal mailbox Ë ¢ ¢ ¢ Enter mailbox PIN if necessary Settings SMS Mailboxes §OK§...

  • Page 46: Sms On A Pabx

    SMS (text messages) Entering/changing SMS centres SMS on a PABX ¤ You should find out about the services You can only receive an SMS when the and special functions offered by your Calling Line Identification is forwarded service provider before you make a new to the extension of the PABX (CLIP).The application and/or before you delete CLIP evaluation of the phone number for...

  • Page 47: Sms Troubleshooting

    SMS (text messages) Open the main menu. You receive an incomplete SMS. *#Q5# 2 L ¥ ¢ 1. Your phone's memory is full. Enter the digits. Delete old SMS messages ( page 39). §OK§ Deactivate SMS function. 2. The service provider has not yet sent the rest of the SMS.

  • Page 48: Operating The Answering Machine Of The Gigaset Sl785 Base

    Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset SL785 base Operating the answering If the Alternating mode is selected: Record from: machine of the Enter hours/minutes for the start of the period in 4-digit format. Gigaset SL785 base (The time must be set on the phone beforehand.) You can access the answering machine via Record until:...
  • Page 49 Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset SL785 base Please note: Playing back messages Recording ends automatically if the max- The date and time of each message is logged ¢ imum recording time of 170 seconds is (provided this has been set, page 14) and exceeded or there is a break in speech for displayed during the playback.

  • Page 50: Deleting Messages

    Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset SL785 base Stopping and controlling playback Deleting messages During message playback: You can either delete all old messages Pause playback. Press 2 together or individually. again to resume. Deleting all old messages During playback or pause: §Options§...

  • Page 51: Activating/Deactivating Call Screening

    Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset SL785 base Activating/deactivating two-way Activating/deactivating call record screening You can record an external call with the During recording of a message you can answering machine. ¤ screen a call via the loudspeaker of regis- Inform the caller that the call is being tered handsets.

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

    Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset SL785 base Information about call acceptance Operating when on the move In Automatic mode, the following applies (remote operation) for call acceptance: If there are no new messages, the answer- You can check and activate your answering ing machine answers a call after 18 sec- machine from any other telephone (hotel, onds.
  • Page 53 Operating the answering machine of the Gigaset SL785 base Activating the answering machine Initiating ringback from the ¤ answering machine with SMS and Phone home and let the phone ring until listening to messages you hear: "Please enter PIN". Precondition: You must have stored a notifi- Enter system PIN.

  • Page 54: Using The Network Mailbox

    If you take the call, the new messages are played back. If you do not take the call, the Gigaset SL780: 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

    ¢ Settings System ¢ You are helping to protect the environment Eco Mode Eco Mode+ with your Gigaset SL780/SL785. §Change§ Press the display key (³ = on). Reduced energy consumption Status displays Your telephone has a power-saving adapter Display icon plug and uses less power.

  • Page 56: Setting An Appointment (Calendar)

    Setting an appointment (calendar) Setting an appointment If appointments have already been entered, this will open the list of existing (calendar) appointments on that day. ¢ <New Entry> §OK§ Select to open the data input window. You can use your handset to remind yourself If no appointments have been entered, of up to thirty appointments.

  • Page 57: Displaying Missed Appointments, Anniversaries

    Setting an appointment (calendar) Signalling appointments and anniversaries §Options§ Open the menu for editing, deleting and activating/deacti- In idle status, an appointment reminder is vating. signalled with the selected ring tone ¢ page 66) and will sound for 60 seconds. Deleting all appointments The name is displayed for anniversaries, In the monthly view:...

  • Page 58: Setting The Alarm Clock

    Setting the alarm clock Setting the alarm clock Using several handsets Precondition: The date and time have ¢ Registering handsets already been set ( page 14). Activating/deactivating the alarm You can register up to six handsets to your clock and setting the wake-up time base.

  • Page 59: 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 60: Call Waiting

    Using several handsets Transferring a call to another §Conf.§ Press the display key. handset All 3 participants are connected You can transfer an external call to another with each other. handset (connect). Please note Open the list of handsets. This equipment may not provide for the The external participant hears effective handover of a call to another hold music if activated...

  • Page 61: Listening In To An External Call

    Using several handsets Optus: Internal listening in You are on the phone and hear the beeps. The line is engaged with an external call. To put the first caller on hold and talk to the Your screen will display information to that new caller (the caller on hold will hear noth- effect.

  • Page 62: Changing A Handset's Internal Number

    Using a handset as a room monitor Changing a handset's If you accept an incoming call, the room monitor is suspended for the duration of the internal number call, but the function remains activated. If you deactivate then reactivate the hand- A handset is automatically assigned the set, the room monitor remains activated.

  • Page 63: Using Bluetooth Devices

    Using Bluetooth devices Sensitivity: To reactivate the room function with the Select noise level sensitivity (Low or same phone number: ¤ High). Turn on the activation again and save ¤ ¢ §Save§ §Save§ Press to save the settings. with page 60). When the room monitor function is acti- vated, the idle display looks as shown below: Using Bluetooth devices...
  • Page 64 Using Bluetooth devices Activating/deactivating Bluetooth The device is saved in the list of known devices. mode ò ¢ ¢ Cancelling/repeating current search Activation §Change§ To cancel search: Press to activate or deactivate Blue- tooth mode (³ = activated). §Cancel§ Press the display key. In idle status, the ò...

  • Page 65: Name Of The Handset

    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 66: Changing The Display Language

    Handset settings Redial Changing the display Display the redial list. language More Functions... More features are available: You can view the display texts in different ¢ languages. Ï ¢ ¢ page 57). Internal calls ( Language The current language is indicated by a Ø. Assign menu for SMS functions to a ¢...

  • Page 67: Activating/Deactivating Auto Answer

    Handset settings Selection: Activating/deactivating auto Select screensaver or answer §View§ Press the display key. The active screensaver is displayed. If you activate this function, when you §OK§ Select screensaver and press receive a call you can simply lift the handset out of the charging cradle without having to §Save§...

  • Page 68: Changing Ring Tones

    Handset settings Changing ring tones Please note During this period, you will continue to Volume: receive calls from numbers to which you You can choose between five volumes (1– have assigned a personalised melody in 5; e.g. volume 3 = Š) and the "cre- the directory (VIP).

  • Page 69: Resource Directory

    Handset settings Resource directory Playing back sounds/viewing CLIP pictures É ¢ ¢ The resource directory on the handset man- Resource Directory ¢ ages sounds, which you can use as ring Screensavers / Caller Pictures / tones, and pictures (CLIP pictures and Sounds (select entry) screensavers), which you can use as caller pictures or as screensavers.

  • Page 70: Activating/Deactivating Advisory Tones

    Handset settings ¤ Activating/deactivating Change multiple line input: Select/change input field. advisory tones Navigate in the input field. Ñ Your handset uses advisory tones to tell you If necessary, delete number: about different activities and statuses. The press the display key. following advisory tones can be activated/ Enter number.

  • Page 71: Base Settings

    Base settings Base settings Activating/deactivating music on hold Ï The base settings are carried out using a reg- ¢ ¢ istered Gigaset SL78H handset. Audio Settings ¢ Music on hold Protecting against §Change§ Press to activate or deactivate the music on hold (³ = on). unauthorised access Repeater support Protect the system settings of the base with...

  • Page 72: 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 access code for external calls in your PABX, when your PABX requires them;...

  • Page 73: Setting Pauses

    Connecting the base to the PABX Setting pauses Changing a dialling pause (pause after access code) Precondition: You have saved an access ¢ Changing pause after line seizure code ( page 70). You can change the length of pause that is inserted between pressing the talk key c Open the main menu.

  • Page 74: Customer Service & Product Warranty - Australia And New Zealand

    Customer service & product warranty – Australia and New Zealand Customer service & product warranty – Australia and New Zealand IMPORTANT Please retain your sales receipt as proof of the date of purchase. Customer Service If you require assistance in operating this product please contact us AUS: 1300 780 878 or by e-mail at the Customer Care section of our website at www.gigaset.com/au NZ: 0800 780 878 or by e-mail at the Customer Care section of our website at...
  • Page 75 Customer service & product warranty – Australia and New Zealand Please ensure that: 1. You provide proof of purchase; 2. Your product is suitably packaged; and 3. You have included all components from the original purchase. Subject to your Statutory Rights: 1.

  • Page 76: Questions And Answers

    Customer service & product warranty – Australia and New Zealand Questions and answers You cannot hear a ring tone/dialling tone from the fixed line network. If you have any questions about using your The phone cord supplied has not been used or phone, visit us at has been replaced by a new cord with the wrong www.gigaset.com/service at any time.

  • Page 77: Environment

    Environment Gigaset SL785 only Further information on environmentally friendly products and processes is available No time is specified for a message in the call list. on the Internet under www.gigaset.com. ¥ ¢ Date and time have not been set. Environmental management Set the date/time ( page 14).

  • Page 78: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Handset operating times/charging times The operating time of your Gigaset depends Caring for your telephone on the capacity and age of the batteries and the way they are used. (All times are maxi- mum possible times). Wipe the base station, charging cradle and handset with a damp cloth (do not use sol- Capacity (mAh) approx.

  • Page 79: Writing And Editing Text

    Appendix Base power consumption Setting upper/lower case or digits Repeatedly press the hash key # to In standby condition approx. 1.3 W change the text input mode. During a call approx. 1.5 W Writing digits Pin connections on the telephone Upper case * jack Lower case...

  • Page 80: Additional Functions Via The Pc Interface

    Additional functions via the PC interface Additional functions via Completing a firmware update ¤ Connect your phone to your PC using a ¢ the PC interface USB data cable ( page 16). ¤ Start the "Gigaset QuickSync" program To enable your handset to communicate on your PC.
  • Page 81 Additional functions via the PC interface If the update procedure fails several times or you can no longer connect to the PC, pro- ceed as follows: ¤ Close the "Gigaset QuickSync" program on the PC. ¤ Remove the USB data cable from the tele- phone.

  • Page 82: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Gigaset handsets Upgrade your Gigaset to a cordless PABX: Gigaset SL78H handset Illuminated graphical colour display (256k colours) Illuminated keypad Speaker talking Polyphonic ring tones Directory for around 500 entries CLIP picture SMS (precondition: CLIP must be enabled) PC interface e.g.
  • Page 83 Accessories Gigaset C610H 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/gigasets610h All accessories and batteries are available from your phone retailer. Only use original accessories.

  • Page 84: Mounting The Base To The Wall

    Mounting the base to the wall Mounting the base to the wall 48 mm approx. 2.5 mm...

  • Page 85: Index

    Index Index Appointment ......Appointment/anniversary ..... . display missed Appointments .
  • Page 86 Index Connecting, base to PABX ......Consultation call (internal) ......Calendar .
  • Page 87 Index Display changing name ..........
  • Page 88 Index Input language (SMS) ....Listening in to a call ....
  • Page 89 Index Playing back announcement (answering machine) Name ..message (answering machine) ......of a handset .
  • Page 90 Index Setting up ......handset ......Talk key Signal tone, see Advisory tones .

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