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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: The Handset At A Glance

    The handset at a glance The handset at a glance ¢ 1 Display in idle status 2 Battery charge status ( ¢ page 16) ¢ 3 Display keys ( page 19) 4 Message key ( page 33) Access to 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...
  • Page 4: 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 36) ¢ or Eco Mode+ ¼ icon ( page 16) ¢ Ringtone switched off ( page 41) ¢...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety precautions ..........5 Gigaset C610H – more than just a telephone ......6 First steps .
  • Page 6 Contents Using the network mailbox ........35 Configuring fast access for the network mailbox .
  • Page 7: 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 power adapter supplied. ¢...
  • Page 8: Gigaset C610H - More Than Just A Telephone

    Gigaset C610H – more than just a telephone Gigaset C610H – more than just a telephone Your telephone sets new standards for the way you communicate at home. The large TFT display, user-friendly keypad and clearly laid out menu are very sim- ple to use.
  • Page 9: First Steps

    First steps First steps Checking the package contents One Gigaset C610H handset Two batteries One battery cover One charging cradle One power adapter One belt clip One user guide...
  • Page 10: Setting Up The Charging Cradle

    First steps Setting up the charging cradle The charging cradle is designed for use in dry rooms in a temperature range of +5°C to +45°C. ¤ Set up the charging cradle on a flat, non-slip surface or mount it on the wall ¢...
  • Page 11: Setting Up The Handset For Use

    First steps Setting up the handset for use The display is protected by a plastic film. Please remove the protective film! Inserting the batteries and closing the battery cover Warning ¢ Use only the rechargeable batteries ( page 49) 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.
  • Page 12 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 13 First steps Initial charging and discharging of the batteries The correct charge status can only be displayed if the batteries are first fully charged and discharged. ¤ Charge the handset in the charging cradle for 10 hours. 10 h Please note The handset must only be placed in the designated Gigaset C610/C610A base or charging cradle.
  • Page 14: Changing The Display Language

    First steps Changing the display language Change the display language if you do not understand the language currently set. ¤ Press right on the control key. ¤ Slowly press keys L and 5 one after the other. ± Deutsch Ø The display for setting languages appears.
  • Page 15: Registering The Handset

    First steps Registering the handset A Gigaset C610H handset can be registered on up to four bases. You must initiate handset registration on the handset and on the base. When the registration process has completed successfully, the handset returns to idle status.
  • 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 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.
  • Page 18: Battery Charging

    First steps Display in idle status Once the phone is registered and the time set, the idle display is shown as in this example. Displays Reception signal between the base and handset: – Poor to good: Ð i Ñ Ò 07:15 –...
  • 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 Using the control key Below, the side of the control key that you must press in the respective operating situation is marked in black (top, bot- tom, right, left, centre), e.g., v for "press right on the control key"...
  • Page 21: Using The Display Keys

    Using the phone Using the 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: Options Open a menu for further functions. Confirm selection.
  • Page 22: Using The Menus

    Using the phone Using the menus 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. •...
  • Page 23: Activating/Deactivating The Handset

    Using the phone Reverting to idle status You can revert to idle status from anywhere in the menu as follows: ¤ Press and hold the end call key a. ¤ Do not press any key: after 2 minutes the display will automatically revert to idle status.
  • Page 24: Using This Guide

    Using the phone Using this guide The operating steps are shown in abbreviated form. Example: The illustration: Ï ¢ ¢ ¢ Display Large Font (³ = on) means: ¤ Press right on the control key v to open the main menu. ¤...
  • Page 25 Using the phone Display Press down on the control key s ¤ Screensaver ´ until the Large Font menu appears Large Font on the display. Colour Schemes Back Change ¤ §Change§ Press the display key to acti- vate/deactivate the function. Display Changes are effective immediately and do not have to be confirmed.
  • 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 Ï Settings ¢ Date/Time page 14 ¢ Audio Settings Handset Volume • page 40 ¢ Advisory Tones page 42 ¢ Ringtones(Handset) • page 41 Music on hold (dependent on base) ¢ Display Screensaver page 39 ¢ Large Font page 40 ¢...
  • Page 28: Making Calls

    Making calls Making calls When the function is activated, the idle dis- play appears as shown below: ¢ If the backlight is deactivated ( page 40) it is switched on by pressing any key. Digit 07:15 ” keys appear on the display for pre-dialling; INT 1 22 Oct all other keys do not have any further func-...
  • Page 29: Using Handsfree Mode

    Making calls Using handsfree mode Switching to mute In handsfree mode, instead of holding the You can deactivate the microphone in your handset to your ear, you can put it down, for handset during an external call. example on the table in front of you. This Press key to mute the handset.
  • Page 30: Using The Directory And Lists

    Using the directory and lists Using the directory and Saving a number in the directory ¢ <New Entry> lists ¤ You can enter data in the following fields: First Name: / Surname: The options are: Enter first names and/or surnames. Directory If a name is not entered in any of the Redial list...
  • Page 31 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 32: The Directory

    Using the directory and lists Copy Entry A successful transfer is confirmed by a mes- to Internal: Send a single entry to a hand- sage and confirmation tone on the receiving ¢ set ( page 30). handset. vCard via SMS: Send a single entry in Please note: vCard format via SMS (dependent on Entries with identical numbers are not...
  • Page 33: Using The Redial List

    Using the directory and lists §Off§ Scroll to the Anniversary line. Press the display key to acknowledge and end the Select On. ¤ reminder call. You can enter data in the following fields: When you are on the phone a reminder call Annivers.
  • Page 34: Using The Incoming Sms Message List (Dependent On Base)

    Using the directory and lists Using the incoming SMS List type (in header) Status of entry message list (dependent on Bold: New entry base) Number or name of caller Date and time of call (if set, page 14) All received SMS messages are saved in the Type of entry: ›...
  • Page 35: Message Key Function

    Using the directory and lists Message key function Lists containing new messages are at the top of the list and are marked in a bold font. Messages & Calls Opening lists You can use the message key f to open the Calls: following list selection: Missed Alarms...
  • Page 36: Using The Missed Alarms List

    Using the directory and lists ¤ Press key Q or , to set the behavior for new messages: message key flashes (it stops when the key is pressed) or message key does not flash Your selection is displayed (e.g. 1): System 975 SET: [ 1 ]...
  • Page 37: Using The Network Mailbox

    Select and press Ø = selected). Bases without an answering machine: Ì ¢ ¢ Network Mailbox Continue by: Entering the number for the network mailbox. §Save§ Pressing the display key. The setting for fast access applies to all Gigaset C610H handsets.
  • Page 38: Eco Dect

    ECO DECT ECO DECT Setting the alarm clock You are helping to protect the environment Prerequisite: The date and time have ¢ with your Gigaset handset. already been set ( page 14). Reducing energy consumption Activating/deactivating the alarm clock and setting the wake-up time É...
  • Page 39: Using A Handset As A Room Monitor (Babyphone)

    Using a handset as a room monitor (Babyphone) Using a handset as a Warning! Always check the operation of room monitor the room monitor before use. For example, test its sensitivity. (Babyphone) If you are diverting the room moni- tor to an external number, check the connection.
  • Page 40: Setting The Handset

    Setting the handset ¤ ¤ §Save§ §Save§ Press to save the settings. Reactivate and save with ¢ page 37). When the room monitor function is acti- vated, the idle display looks as shown below: Setting the handset 07:15 Á Your handset is preconfigured, but you can INT 1 22 Oct change the settings to suit your individual...
  • Page 41: Changing The Display Language

    Setting the handset Dialling a number/changing Changing the display assignment language Prerequisite: 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 42: Activating/Deactivating Auto Answer

    Setting the handset • Setting large font Activating/deactivating You can increase the font size of print and auto answer symbols in call lists and in the directory to improve readability. After doing this, only When this function is activated, when a call one entry instead of multiple entries can be arrives, you can simply lift the handset out of shown at the same time on each display and...
  • Page 43: Changing Ringtones

    Setting the handset Changing ringtones Suspend ring. 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 During this period, you will continue to scendo"...
  • Page 44: Activating/Deactivating Advisory Tones

    Setting the handset Activating/deactivating the alert Battery: Select On or Off. tone §Save§ Press the display key. In place of the ringtone you can activate an alert tone. When you receive a call, you will Please note hear a short tone ("Beep") instead of the You can also set the call volume, the ring- ringtone.
  • Page 45: Restoring The Handset Default Settings

    Setting the handset • Restoring the handset default settings You can reset individual settings and changes that you have made. The following settings are not affected by a reset: Registration to the base Date and time Directory entries, the call lists, the SMS lists Ï...
  • Page 46: Service (Customer Care)

    Service (Customer Care) Service (Customer Care) You have questions? As a Gigaset customer, you can take advantage of our comprehensive serv- ice offerings. You can find help quickly in this User Manual and in the service pages of our Gigaset online portal. Please register your phone right after purchase.
  • Page 47: Questions And Answers

    Service (Customer Care) Questions and answers You hear an error tone when keying an input (a descending tone sequence). If you have any queries about the use of your Action has failed/invalid input. ¥ telephone, visit our website at Repeat the operation. Watch the display and refer to the user guide www.gigaset.com/service if necessary.
  • Page 48: Guarantee Certificate

    Without prejudice to any claim the user (cus- nications UK Limited, Faraday House, Sir tomer) may have in relation to the dealer or William Siemens Square, Frimley, Cam- retailer, the customer shall be granted a berley, Surrey, GU16 8QD. manufacturer's Guarantee under the condi-...
  • Page 49: Guarantee Certificate

    Guarantee is issued by Gigaset Com- and tear (including but not limited to, munications UK Limited, Faraday House, batteries, keypads, casing), this warranty Sir William Siemens Square, Frimley, Cam- shall be valid for six months from the date berley, Surrey, GU16 8QD. of purchase.
  • Page 50: Protecting Our Environment

    Protecting our environment Protecting our Disposal Batteries should not be disposed of in gen- environment eral household waste. Observe the local waste disposal regulations, details of which can be obtained from your local authority. Our environmental mission All electrical and electronic products should statement be disposed of separately from the munici- pal waste stream via designated collection...
  • Page 51: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Specifications Technology: Nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) Size: AAA (Micro, HR03) Care Voltage: 1.2 V ¤ Capacity: 550 - 1000 mAh.We recom- Wipe the base station, charging cradle mend the following battery types, because and handset with a damp cloth (do not these are the only ones that guarantee the use solvent or a microfiber cloth) or an specified operating times, full functionality...
  • Page 52: Writing And Editing Text

    Appendix General specifications hold to delete the word to the left of the cursor. The first letter of the name of directory DECT standard is supported entries is automatically capitalised, fol- GAP standard is supported lowed by lower case letters. No.
  • Page 53: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories Ordering Gigaset products You can order Gigaset products from your specialist retailer. Use only original accessories. This will avoid possible health risks and personal injury, and also ensure that all the relevant regulations are complied with. Mounting the charging cradle on the wall 21 mm approx.
  • Page 54: Index

    Index Index Changing ....display language ....earpiece volume .
  • Page 55 Index Display keys ......set up for use ......
  • Page 56 Index ..........Language, display On/Off key .
  • Page 57 Index Viewing the network mailbox ......message ..VIP group (directory entry) Volume .

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