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Gigaset A510H – your high-quality accessory Gigaset A510H – your high-quality accessory Congratulations on your purchase of this latest generation Gigaset. Your Gigaset can do a lot more than just make calls: Directory for 150 entries Save phone numbers and names to the directory (¢ page 25). You can designate important entries as VIPs (Very Important Persons).
Display icons Display icons The following icons are displayed depending on the settings and the operating status of your telephone: Signal strength ¨ (¢ page 15) or Eco Mode + icon ¼ (¢ page 30) Keypad locked (¢ page 19) Ringtone switched off (¢...
Safety precautions Safety precautions Warning Read the safety precautions and the user manual before use. Explain their content and the potential hazards associated with using the telephone to your children. Use only the power adapter supplied, as indicated on the underside of the base. Use only rechargeable batteries that correspond to the specification provided on page 39, as this could otherwise result in significant health risks and personal injury.
First steps First steps Checking the package contents One Gigaset A510H handset Two batteries One battery cover One charger One power adapter One user guide...
First steps Setting up the charger The charger is designed for use in dry rooms in a temperature range of +5°C to +45°C. ¤ Set up the charger on a level, non-slip surface or mount the charger on the wall (¢...
First steps Setting up the handset for use The display is protected by a plastic film. Please remove the protective film! Inserting the battery and closing the battery cover ¤ Insert the batteries with the polarity in the correct direction. The polarity is indicated in the battery compart- ment.
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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 charger for 5.5 hours. 5.5 h Please note The handset may only be placed in the designated base/charger.
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. ¤ Press the keys L and 4 slowly one after the other. English The display for setting languages appears and the current language (e.g., English) is ³...
First steps Registering the handset Before you can use the phone, you must first register the handset to the base. The registration procedure will depend on the type of base. Automatically registering the A510H handset to the Gigaset A510/ A510A base Prerequisite: The handset must not already be registered to a base.
First steps Once registration is complete, the handset returns to idle status. The handset's internal number is shown in the display e.g., INT 2. If not, repeat the procedure. Please note For instructions on de-registering the handsets, please consult the base user guide.
First steps Enter Time: ¤ Enter the hours and minutes in 4-digit format via the keypad e.g., QM15 [07:15] for 07:15 am. Change the input position with the control key if necessary. Back ¤ Confirm with §OK§ μ The display shows Saved. You will hear a confirmation tone and the handset auto- Saved matically reverts to idle status, or returns...
First steps What would you like to do next? Now that you have successfully set up your Gigaset, you can immediately start call- ing – or you can adapt it to your personal requirements. Use the following guide to quickly locate the most important functions. Information on ...
Using the phone Using the phone Control key In the description below, the side of the control key (up, down, right, left) that you have to press in the different operating situa- tions is marked in black e.g., v for "press the right edge of the control key".
Using the phone Using the menu Your telephone's functions are accessed via a menu consisting of several levels (menu overview ¢ page 22). Main menu (first menu level) ¤ With the handset in idle status, press the display key §Menu§ or right on the con- trol key v to open the main menu.
Using the phone Activating/deactivating the handset In idle status, press and hold the end call key (confirmation tone). Activating/deactivating the keypad lock The keypad lock prevents any inadvertent use of the phone. In idle status, press and hold the hash key (confirmation tone). The key- pad lock is activated or deactivated.
Using the phone Understanding the operating steps The operating steps are shown in abbreviated form, for example: ¤ Settings ¤ Eco Mode+ (³ = on) §Menu§ ¤ This means you should proceed as follows: Redial Menu ¤ Press the key below §Menu§...
Using the phone Ï Eco Mode+ ... until the Eco Mode+ menu item ³ appears. Back ¤ Press the key below §OK§ on the display screen to switch the function on or off (³ = on). ¤ Press the key below §Back§...
Menu tree Menu tree The menu entries are divided into sections. The page numbers refer to the relevant description in the user guide. §Menu§ To open the main menu: press the display key when the phone is in idle mode. ì...
Making calls Making calls Ending a call Press the end call key. Making an external call Accepting a call External calls are calls using the public The handset indicates an incoming call in telephone network. three ways: by ringing, by a display on the screen and by the flashing talk key c.
Making calls Handsfree mode Switching to mute In handsfree mode, you activate the loud- You can deactivate your handset's micro- speaker so that you can hear the caller with- phone during a call. out having to hold the handset to your ear. Press right on the control key You therefore have both hands free and to mute the handset.
Using the directory and lists Using the directory and Saving the first number in the directory lists s ¤ Dir. empty New Entry? §OK§ Enter the number and press The options are: §OK§ Enter the name and press u Directory u Redial list Storing a number in the directory u Calls lists...
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Using the directory and lists Managing directory entries Using shortcut keys s ¤ s (Select entry) You can assign directory entries to the keys Q and 2– O: §Menu§ Press the display key. s ¤ q (select entry) ¤ ¤ Shortcut §Menu§...
Using the directory and lists Adding a displayed number to The following functions can be selected with q: the directory Use Number You can copy numbers displayed in a list, (As in the directory, ¢ page 26) e.g., the calls list or redial list, to the directory. Copy to Directory (¢...
Using the directory and lists ¤ Press Q or 1 to determine the setting Please note for new messages: If calls are saved on the network mailbox, The message key flashes (it you will receive a message if the list type goes off when the key is has been set accordingly (see your net- pressed)
Using the network mailbox Using the network Viewing the network mailbox message mailbox When a message is recorded, you receive a The network mailbox is your provider's voice call from the network mailbox. If you have mail feature within the network. More infor- requested Calling Line Identification, the mation is available from your provider.
ECO DECT ECO DECT Using the handset as an alarm clock You are helping to protect the environment with your Gigaset. Prerequisite: The date and time have already been set (¢ page 14). Reducing energy consumption Your telephone has a power-saving adapter Activating/deactivating the plug and uses less power.
Setting the handset Setting the handset Contrast Nine contrast settings are available. Your handset comes with default settings, Automatically activating/ but you can change the settings to suit your individual requirements. deactivating auto answer Changing the display If this function is activated, you can simply lift the handset out of the charger without having to press the talk key c when you language...
Setting the handset Changing ringtones For external calls: In idle status: u Volume: t ¤ Ringtones (Handset) You can choose between five volumes (e.g., volume 3 = ˆ ) and the External Calls §OK§ Select and press "crescendo" ring (volume increases with q can be used to select the following: each ring, volume 6 = ‡...
Setting the handset Activating/deactivating the ringer Restoring the handset default settings You can: u Permanently deactivate the ringer in idle You can reset any individual settings and status or when receiving a call changes that you have made. u Deactivate the ringer for the current call The following settings are not affected by a only.
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.
Service (Customer Care) Questions and answers The number of the caller is not displayed although CLIP has been set. If you have any queries about the use of your Calling Line Identification is not enabled. ¥ The caller should ask the network provider to telephone, visit our website at enable Calling Line Identification (CLI).
Service (Customer Care) u This Guarantee shall apply to new devices Guarantee Certificate purchased in the European Union. For United Kingdom Products sold in the United Kingdom the Guarantee is issued by: Gigaset Commu- Without prejudice to any claim the user (cus- nications UK Limited, Quatro House, Lyon tomer) may have in relation to the dealer or Way, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 7ER.
Service (Customer Care) u This Guarantee shall not apply to or Guarantee Certificate extend to services performed by the Ireland authorised dealer or the customer them- selves (e.g. installation, configuration, Without prejudice to any claim the user (cus- software downloads). User manuals and tomer) may have in relation to the dealer or any software supplied on a separate data retailer, the customer shall be granted a...
Environment Environment Ecological energy consumption The use of ECO DECT (¢ page 30) saves energy and makes an active contribution Our environmental mission towards protecting the environment. statement Disposal We, Gigaset Communications GmbH, bear social responsibility and are actively com- Batteries should not be disposed of in gen- mitted to a better world.
Appendix Appendix Specifications Batteries Care Technology: Nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) Wipe the base station, charging cradle and Size: AAA (Micro, HR03) handset with a damp cloth (do not use sol- Voltage: 1.2 V vent) or an antistatic cloth. Capacity: 550 - 1000 mAh Never use a dry cloth.
Appendix General specifications Setting upper/lower case or digits Repeatedly press the hash key # to change DECT standard Supported the text input mode. GAP standard Supported Digits No. of channels 60 duplex channels Radio frequency range 1880–1900 MHz Upper case * Duplex method Time multiplex, Lower case...
Accessories Accessories Compatibility You can find more information about the handset functions in connection with the individual Gigaset bases at: www.gigaset.com/compatibility Ordering Gigaset products All accessories and batteries are available from your phone 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.